One Piece: Ulquiorra Template

Chapter 69: Justice

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After all, disobeying orders alone was enough to warrant a discharge. It was a fundamental breach of duty.

However, during his months-long absence, he had eliminated numerous pirates, potentially earning him the title of a second "Marine Hero."

As for the Vice Admirals, they were seething with resentment, yet dared not voice their displeasure, fearing the wrath of this ruthless individual. Garp and Sengoku exchanged knowing glances, a silent acknowledgment of their shared experience with rebellious subordinates.

"Youth is a wonderful thing," Garp remarked wistfully.

"In your office, in broad daylight? How romantic. You're much more daring than we were back in the day," Momousagi teased.

Realizing the misunderstanding, Ian immediately turned to glare at Momousagi, only to be met with Tashigi's blushing face. The entire Marine Headquarters knew that she was Ian's subordinate, and their relationship was close.

Now, even if he jumped into all four seas, he wouldn't be able to wash away the implications. His fellow graduates, especially the women, would never let him live this down.

Good heavens, he wanted to crawl into a hole and disappear.

But wasn't this also an opportunity for Tashigi to stake her claim? Indeed, misfortune and fortune often went hand in hand.

"Haha! Don't be angry, Ian. I was just joking. Besides, wasn't I just helping you two out?" Momousagi said with a laugh, sensing Ian's displeasure.

Both Ian and Tashigi were surprised. Momousagi had only recently acquired her Devil Fruit ability, yet she wielded it with remarkable proficiency. Even Diamante, the original user, had only reached this level of mastery after years of practice.

"At our level, we're already considered top-tier fighters. Even without Diamante's example, we can quickly master any ability." Momousagi's explanation made sense. Perspective and environment played a crucial role in one's growth and potential.

Momousagi and her peers had witnessed countless Devil Fruit users, making it easy for them to replicate and adapt their abilities.

"I still feel like I can push it further." Momousagi expressed her dissatisfaction, then raised a slender, jade-like finger and flicked it gently.

Whoosh! A ripple emanated from her fingertip, leaving Ian and Tashigi speechless. "Gion-mama, you're leaving us in the dust! You've already awakened your Devil Fruit?!"

"Not fair!" Ian exclaimed, earning a deadly glare from Momousagi for calling her "mama." Tashigi, on the other hand, received an affectionate head pat. Favoritism much?

Even with his Dimensional Template System and its limitless potential, he still needed to devour souls to progress. Every ability, even those granted by Devil Fruits, required time and effort to master. Yet, powerhouses like Momousagi could achieve mastery and even awaken their abilities seemingly effortlessly.

Indeed, if hard work alone were enough, what need would there be for genius? By the time others began their arduous training, those blessed with innate talent had already reached the summit.

Those who pursued them could only trail in their wake, choking on their dust.

"With this, you've solidified your position as an Admiral candidate. You've surpassed even Vice Admiral Chaton." Ian acknowledged. Being comparable to an Admiral was still inferior to actually being one.