Pirate: This navy is so despicable!

There are very few bases that have colonel, lieutenant colonel and major at the same time.

The same situation is also happening at the 88th Branch Base.

Colonel Hammond serves as the base commander and is in charge of the overall situation. Next is Captain Petyr Dash, who is responsible for handling the daily affairs of the base.

Colonel Hammond also has the authority to appoint lieutenants and non-commissioned officers.

However, if Colonel Hammond wanted to be promoted to major, he could only report to his superiors and rely on his luck.

So this promise is really sincere.

But relatively speaking, the difficulty is also very high.

How difficult it is to find and arrest the murderer within 5 days!

Court-martial is no joke.

Even if he was not killed by the murderer and escaped, he would still die.

Most people were not sure, so they quickly calmed down after being excited and kept silent.

In the eerie silence, everyone was anxious and kept signaling with their eyes to the people next to them to take over the task.

It’s not that they are too humble, but if no one takes the offer, everyone will be demoted!

Colonel Hammond's words just now have already blocked their retreat.

Chapter 56: Humility and Blackmail (Please collect and read!)

Jay stood among the crowd and continued to remain invisible.

He is determined to seize this opportunity of second consecutive promotion.

But he couldn't be too active, lest he arouse suspicion.

The waiting time is always very painful.

Some people lost their patience and started stabbing in the back, "Mali, don't you always say that you're a talent that's not appreciated? Why don't you take up this great opportunity?"

"Fuck you! Why don't you go yourself? You want to push me into the fire pit? Dream on!"

"Bain, you are so powerful, why don't you give it a try?"

"My strength is nothing. It's still Brother McCarthy who's really capable."

"Right, right, right. As long as Brother McCarthy takes action, it will be easy to capture him."

"You bastards, didn't I just win some money from you last time? Why are you so cruel?"

"Everyone, stop for a moment. If anyone among us can really catch this murderer, it's probably only Jay."

When they heard the name Jay, everyone fell silent.

Although he was reluctant to admit it, judging from the fact that Jay had shown off a few times before, this guy was indeed capable.

No matter if it was the famous killer in the West Sea or the pirate with a bounty of 600 million berries, they all fell into the hands of this kid.

Ask yourself, if you really let them confront each other, they may not be able to do it.

It's just that he had been humiliated several times before, and Jay didn't associate with them, so he kept isolating him and ignored him in everything he did.

But now seems like... a good opportunity.

They could totally take this opportunity to flatter this kid and trick him into taking on this task. In this way, they would not only escape disaster, but also successfully eliminate a competitor, killing two birds with one stone!

As for the possibility of this guy successfully catching the murderer...

It’s not that there is no possibility at all, but the possibility is too low.

Otherwise, if Jay really has this ability, why doesn't he take the initiative to step forward and take on this task?

Are you unwilling to be promoted twice in a row?

Then the answer is obvious, Jay doesn’t dare either!

Then what are you worried about!

Several people exchanged glances and suddenly began to praise Jay collectively.

"That's right! I'm optimistic about Jay too."

"Brother Jay is much stronger than us. Even the West Sea Killer and the pirate with a 600 million bounty are no match for him. It's easy for him to catch a small-time thief who dares not show his face!"

"I think so. With Jay's abilities, being only a sergeant is a bit of a waste. After completing this mission, he will be promoted twice, which is just right for him to enter the ranks of lieutenant in one fell swoop."

"My God, some people may not even be able to become a lieutenant even after ten years."

"But if it's Brother Jay, then I'm not jealous at all. After all, his strength and achievements are there."

"I'm voting for Jay too!"

. . . . . .

Looking at the fake smiles on these people's faces, Jay sneered in his heart but remained calm on the surface.

He looked hesitant and said, "But I'm just a small sergeant. There are so many seniors here. How can I take the lead?"

"Hey! What nonsense! When it comes to missions, there's no such thing as seniority or juniority. Whoever has the ability takes the lead!"

"That's right, Jay, stop being so modest. Who else but you can handle this mission?"

Jay seemed a little flattered, a smug look on his face. "Looking at it this way, it really seems like I'm the best candidate."

Everyone was immediately delighted, "So you agree?"

"No, I don't agree."

"Huh? Why?"

"fear death."

Jay seemed a little embarrassed, "Ever since I almost died trying to show off my bravery and defeat the Hammer Pirates last time, I've figured it out!"

"Nothing is more important than your life!"

"So I won't get involved in something as thankless and dangerous as this. Whoever wants to go can go. If I don't go, the worst that can happen is I'll be demoted. I'm only a sergeant anyway, so a demote doesn't matter."

what?

this.....

Everyone was dumbfounded.

Jay's reason sounded perfectly sound, and they all thought so too.

but...

Heartache!

He was such a good kid, how come he suddenly lost his ambition and became so smooth?

Is it because he is disheartened because the achievements he fought so hard for were snatched away by others?

Yes, that's for sure.

Anyway, in the end most of the credit will go to others, so why bother fighting for your life?

Colonel Hammond has done so much harm!

Many people looked at this guy with something strange in their eyes.

"Sir, won't you say a word?"

Colonel Hammond: "..."

"Jay, I've actually memorized all your achievements in defeating the Hammer Pirates last time."

"Oh."

It’s no use keeping it in mind, why don’t you record it in your resume?

Seeing that Jay was completely unmoved, Colonel Hammond knew that he would have to pay a price this time.

So he simply said, "As long as you can handle this matter, not only will I give you two promotions, but when you get promoted next time, I won't charge you a single berry. Okay?"

For Colonel Hammond, not making money is equivalent to losing money.

Moreover, the price of being promoted from warrant officer to second lieutenant is not low.

This promise saved Jay a lot of money.

Of course, if Colonel Hammond continued to suppress him and refused to give him a promotion, then this promise would be worthless.

Jay wasn't afraid that this guy would default on his debt, so he decided to quit while he was ahead.

"Since you've said so, leave this mission to me. I promise to bring the murderer back within five days."

"Very good, let's get going without further delay."

After the meeting, Jay blocked everyone outside.

"Jay, what are you doing?"

"Just now, you seniors deliberately put me on the spot, trying to flatter me to death. You didn't think I didn't see it, did you?"

There was something dangerous in the smile on Jay's face, and everyone felt like they were being stared at by a poisonous snake.

Some people are silent, but some are very tough.

"So what? You won't be able to jump around for a few days. What? Do you want to beat us up again?"

Jay's smile widened. "Really? I wonder who among you will be next after I die."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's expression changed.

Yes, as long as this matter does not come to a conclusion, it will be their turn sooner or later.

"So I think you'd better pray that I can complete this task. Then I'll be promoted and you won't have to worry about anything. Isn't that a win-win situation?"

"Okay, I admit you have a point, but why are you blocking us? Are you expecting us to join you in arresting someone? Forget it, it's impossible."

"I'm not stupid, how could I expect such an impossible thing."

Jay suddenly changed the subject, "But since we can't provide more manpower, then it shouldn't be a problem to provide some financial support, right?"

Everyone immediately looked at each other.

Good guy!

Is this a blackmail on them?!

Chapter 57: Late Night Talk (Please save and read!)

Although everyone was annoyed, Jay assured them that he was confident that he could resolve the incident, but it would require a certain amount of funding.

After much consideration, they agreed.

Each person took out 100,000 berries.

This amount is not much for them.

It's done, they have contributed a bit, and it sounds good to say it out loud.

If it doesn't work out, this little money will be wasted and I'll have to buy a coffin for Jay.

Jay didn't think it was too little. Ten thousand per person, he could earn more than one million.

If it weren't for the recent deaths of so many non-commissioned officers and lieutenants, this number would have doubled.

If you take the money, you have to do the work.

Jay called Buck and others, and boarded the old small warship and headed towards the island where the accident occurred.

Two days later late at night.

An ordinary pub.

Jay, wearing a black hooded coat, pushed the door open and walked in.

There was only a short man inside, sitting at the bar, dressed in a suit and tie, tasting red wine with a cigar in his hand.

Jay walked over and sat down, reached out and poured himself a glass, then took out an expensive cigar from the box without any hesitation, trimmed it and lit it skillfully.

The whole process went smoothly, as if no one was around.