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Chapter 144: Recruiting Fujitora! The Empress Arrives!

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Noir hesitated. His words could potentially alter Issho's future.

Issho, destined to become a Marine Admiral, possessed top-tier combat prowess. If he joined Noir's crew, their lack of high-level fighters would be resolved.

However, rushing things might backfire and cause Issho to resent him.

So, Noir decided on honesty, laying out his thoughts plainly. "The Marines are a powerful organization, but ultimately, they are subordinate to the World Government. Their resources, their very core, are provided by the Government."

"Because of this, they face limitations in what they can truly accomplish."

"I know many Marines. Despite being their enemy due to our differing stances, I admire their unwavering convictions and their personal sense of justice."

Issho pondered for a moment. "So you're saying there are many honorable individuals within the Marines?"

Noir nodded, then added, "Everything has two sides. Just as there are occasionally good people among pirates, there are bound to be some bad folks in the Marines as well."

"Most of the corrupt Marines are found in the Four Blues branches. There are far fewer at Marine Headquarters."

Issho seemed to have a revelation. He bowed his head slightly. "I am enlightened by your words."

Noir wasn't afraid of Issho running off to join the Marines after this conversation.

In the original story, Issho only considered joining the Marines after the Marineford War, when external pirate activity surged, and his skills as an unknown master swordsman were needed.

Coincidentally, after the Marineford War, a power struggle for the Fleet Admiral position erupted within the Marines, and the World Military Draft propelled Issho to a position of high authority.

But now, having met Noir and heard his perspective, Issho gained an early understanding of the inner workings of the Marines.

He would realize that to truly uphold his justice, he needed significant power, at least the rank of Admiral.

However, with the current stability within the Marines, there was no opportunity for him to rise quickly.

And with Noir, a transmigrator, altering the course of history, the events of the Marineford War and the subsequent power struggle were uncertain...

"Based on your opinion, should I join the Marines?" Issho asked, his gaze fixed on Noir.

Noir coughed. "I have a better suggestion."

"Join my pirate crew."

Issho was momentarily stunned, then burst into hearty laughter. "You just praised the Marines' internal atmosphere, and now you're trying to recruit me into a pirate crew?"

Noir shook his head. "The higher-ups in the Marines may be righteous, but they are also individuals driven by power. Are you confident you can climb to that level within the Marines?"

Issho's laughter subsided as he considered Noir's words.

At his core, Issho was a free-spirited wanderer with a strong sense of justice. He wasn't well-versed in power struggles and bureaucratic maneuvering.

Seeing Issho's hesitation, Noir continued. "So, what kind of person do you think I am?"

Issho looked at Noir, his expression serious.