At the same time, in the Kingdom of Goa.
"Captain Kadjoer, according to the reconnaissance unit, the Jekasfa pirate group has been annihilated."
"And it was the pirates from that small ship we detected a few days ago."
Lu Yu had just defeated the Jekasfa pirate group, and the navy had received the report.
"What!?" Kadjoer was stunned.
The Kingdom of Goa was under the protection of Vice Admiral Garp. Originally, they had dismissed Lu Yu's ship, seeing that it carried only two people. But now, those two had managed to annihilate a pirate group with a bounty of 18 million, proving they were far from ordinary.
Moreover, Lu Yu's ship had remained in the waters near the Kingdom of Goa for three days. Their intentions were becoming clear—these pirates were targeting the kingdom.
As an ally of the World Government, and with Garp's personal interest in protecting the region—particularly for the sake of Curly Dadan in Windmill Village and Mount Colubo—Kadjoer's expression turned solemn.
"Upload the information to headquarters immediately to identify this pirate crew."
"Everyone, remain on high alert."
"Officer Gula, come with me. We need to assess the strength of these pirates ourselves."
Kadjoer wasted no time giving orders. Pirates of this level could not be ignored—if left unchecked, they could pose a serious threat to the world.
Soon, the stationed navy began mobilizing.
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Meanwhile, on Lu Yu's ship.
"Ding! Congratulations to the host for being noticed by the navy and triggering an investigation. You have gained 500 reputation points."
As Lu Yu and Akame enjoyed their lunch, the system notification rang in his ears.
"The navy!?" Lu Yu was momentarily stunned.
He hadn't engaged the navy since setting out, so why were they suddenly investigating him? Could it be that Garp had taken an interest in him? But Luffy had already gone to sea—shouldn't Garp be chasing after him instead?
Lu Yu was confused.
"Akame, finish eating quickly. We need to leave this area and head to Shells Town."
He took out a map and handed it to Akame. Aside from combat and cooking, she was skilled in nearly everything else, including navigation.
"Got it, Captain Lu Yu." Akame nodded, quickly finishing her meal before preparing the ship for departure.
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Although their small, modified ship had been improved, its speed was still lacking.
A day later, navy warships appeared on the horizon.
"Captain Lu Yu, we're being followed."
"Two navy warships are approaching quickly from behind."
"Should we engage?"
Akame unsheathed her katana, Murasame.
"Not yet."
"If they attack first, we'll retaliate."
Lu Yu stopped Akame.
Since the navy ships came from the Kingdom of Goa, they were likely affiliated with Garp. Lu Yu had a good impression of Garp and didn't want to provoke the navy unnecessarily.
"Understood, Captain Lu Yu."
Akame assumed a battle-ready stance. If the navy made a move, she would counter immediately. Protecting the captain and ship was her duty.
Soon, the navy warships closed in.
"Pirate ship ahead, stop immediately! This is the naval fleet under Captain Kadjoer from Navy Headquarters."
"Do not resist, or we will be forced to take action."
"Repeat, cease all movement..."
Lu Yu, deep in thought about his next move, snapped out of it as the navy broadcasted their warning.
"So it really is Garp's subordinates."
"What a hassle..."
Then a thought struck him—his reputation points.
Simply being investigated by the navy had already earned him 500 points. If the navy issued a bounty on him, how much more could he gain?
"Akame, prepare for battle."
"Once I give the signal, we retreat immediately."
Lu Yu gripped his sword, Ame-no-Habakiri. During his fight with Jekasfa, Akame had taken care of most of the battle, leaving him with little opportunity to test his own strength. This time, he wanted a proper fight.
"Understood."
Akame leaped into action.
Lu Yu activated his Armament Haki and charged forward.
The navy's warning was ignored as the two pirates attacked first.
Seeing this, Kadjoer ordered his men to fire.
Dozens of Mauser rifles locked onto Lu Yu and Akame.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Gunfire erupted, but their bullets proved ineffective.
Before long, Lu Yu and Akame landed on the navy warship's bow.
"Brother Kadjoer, long time no see!"
Lu Yu smirked.
If he wanted to build a notorious pirate reputation, he needed to act the part. Since they had made the first move, he felt no guilt about playing along.
"Lu Yu!?"
Kadjoer recognized him immediately.
Hadn't he been working in Makino's bar in Windmill Village? When had he become a pirate?
More importantly, Kadjoer had never sensed anything extraordinary about Lu Yu before. But now, the killing intent radiating from him and Akame was unmistakable.
"Brother Kadjoer, will you let us go?"
"Or do you want to fight first before letting me leave?"
Lu Yu held his sword horizontally, eyes locked onto Kadjoer with amusement.
"As a pirate, you stand against justice."
"Today, I will—"
Before Kadjoer could finish, Lu Yu vanished and reappeared in front of him, swinging his sword.
Kadjoer barely blocked with his own blade, but a massive crack appeared on it.
Lu Yu's power and speed were overwhelming, and his attack angle was dangerously precise.
Kadjoer was shocked. Had Lu Yu trained under the Red-Haired Pirates? But his flag was different...
His thoughts were cut short as Akame attacked. The navy soldiers rushing to aid Kadjoer fell to her deadly strike.
"Brother Kadjoer, I am Lu Yu, captain of the Hunter Pirates!"
"I look forward to seeing my bounty."
"Akame, retreat!"
With that, Lu Yu and Akame vanished.
Kadjoer did not pursue. He simply watched as their ship disappeared over the horizon, his face filled with frustration.
He had no chance of winning.
A Captain of Navy Headquarters, yet Lu Yu and Akame had made him feel powerless.
Another dangerous figure had emerged in the East Blue...
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