The New Roommate is a Tough Guy
### Chapter 4: The New Roommate is a Tough Guy (Dense Fog)
"You mean my single dorm room got canceled?"
Kizaru looked at the marine boy at the door suspiciously.
The sailor boy named Eton, who was in charge of Kizaru's information registration and went to investigate his situation just now, scratched his head and said with some embarrassment, "Yes, Colonel Malvern just asked me to inform you that you have a new roommate."
"New roommate? Did he move from another dormitory? Or is he a sailor who enlisted in the navy a few days ago?"
Kizaru frowned.
"No, he's just like you, a new recruit who just joined the navy today."
"Joined the navy today like me?"
"That's right."
Enlisting in the navy on the same day as himself, instead of waiting for the three-day review notice at home like other sailors, meant that this new roommate, like himself, was specially approved by Colonel Malvern. And since he was specially approved by Colonel Malvern and was arranged in his own dormitory, it meant that this guy was no ordinary person like himself – he was very likely to be a Devil Fruit user.
Thinking of this, Kizaru couldn't help but start to feel curious and look forward to meeting this new roommate.
…
At the same time, on the other side, in the office of the branch chief of the North Sea Naval Branch, Colonel Malvern felt like his day could only be described as a dream.
He is a veteran navy soldier with nearly twenty years of service experience. Before he was assigned to the North Sea Branch as a colonel, he followed the Warring States General and performed many missions in the dangerous New World.
He has not only witnessed the strength of top seafarers like his old leader but also has mentored rookie recruits who have just joined the navy. Although due to personal talent issues, he himself failed to become a famous strongman on the sea, in terms of knowledge, even if we look at the entire navy, he is among the most knowledgeable.
But today's situation is a bit beyond his understanding from decades of life.
…
"You said there are two natural Devil Fruit users in your branch today?! Hey, is this true? Marvin!"
On the table in the office, the Den-Den Mushi wearing round-frame glasses widened his eyes and opened his mouth, vividly showing the shock of the recipient on the other end of the line.
"This is true, Warring States General…"
Colonel Malvern smiled helplessly, "I have tested them both. One of these two people has the Glint-Glint Fruit ability, and the other has the Magma-Magma Fruit ability."
"Glint-Glint Fruit and Magma-Magma Fruit?!"
"Yes, that's why I wanted to inform you specifically. Honestly, I can't believe it myself, but it really happened… Two natural Devil Fruit users came to my branch on the same day and said they wanted to join the navy…"
"Are their backgrounds clean?"
"I have sent someone to conduct a preliminary investigation. These two individuals are ordinary people who were born and raised in the North Sea. The parents of the Glint-Glint Fruit ability user named Kizaru were merchants who died in a shipwreck not long ago. As for the Magma-Magma Fruit user named Sakazuki…"
Colonel Malvern paused, as if considering how to phrase his words.
"What about this Sakazuki? Is there something wrong with his background?"
"How should I put it…"
Colonel Malvern smiled bitterly and said, "According to my men's investigation, his parents were killed when he was very young due to pirates looting the village. He was adopted by his father's younger brother, his uncle, and the couple who adopted him had no children of their own, so they treated him as their own. But not long ago, the merchant ship the couple was traveling on was also attacked by pirates, and everyone on board was killed, with no survivors…"
"There's no doubt that Sakazuki wants to join the navy, but it seems that because of these two unfortunate incidents, his hatred for pirates can be said to be quite extreme, and it's written directly on his face… I asked him earlier why he wanted to join the navy, and he said, 'To eliminate all the scum on the sea without leaving a trace'… If you didn't see it, his eyes were really frightening, and he even entered an emotional state, igniting all our chairs…"
"Hahaha, you're still the same, Malvin. You've been a branch colonel for so many years, and you still care so much about a chair…"
"I can't help it. It's a habit I picked up from being the quartermaster on your ship. I probably won't be able to change it in this lifetime…"
Colonel Malvern shrugged.
"I can imagine."
After teasing his old subordinates and reminiscing about the past together, the Warring States General, who was far away at Marine Headquarters in Marijoa, stopped smiling and became serious. "Anyway, these two are quite young, right?"
"Yes,"
Colonel Malvern nodded, "Kizaru is 26 years old, and Sakazuki is 23 years old."
"Such young natural types, if properly cultivated, will definitely become the future backbone of our navy…" sighed the Warring States General.
"Yes, I thought so too, which is why I swiftly approved their enlistment and promptly contacted you,"
Colonel Malvern said, "Although I am confident that our North Sea branch is the finest among the naval branches worldwide, for these two natural Devil Fruit ability users, the naval branch of the Great Sea is still quite small. Only an environment like this one can provide them with the nurturing they need to flourish."
"You're still so confident?"
The Warring States General on the other end of the line stroked his beard in anger and glared, "I have been a soldier for almost twenty years and still don't know how to master the art of seeing, hearing, sex, and domineering. It's my fault that I took the time to teach you for several days."
"…"
Known as the "Devil Colonel" in the North Sea branch, the formidable Colonel Malvern, who stands over two meters tall, was now being trained by his former superior so he couldn't hold his head up, much like a child who had done something wrong.
"Anyway, I will personally escort the two of them to Marine Headquarters,"
The Warring States General changed the subject and said, "It's been a long time since I last saw you. I came to your branch this time to see you."
"By the way, I would be very appreciative if you could consider sending some of the most recent pairs of seastone shackles to our branch. Dear old leader~ I've been yearning for those things for a long time!"
The Warring States General entirely ignored his former subordinate, who was serious in front of others but entirely casual before him, and continued:
"By the way, did they know each other beforehand?"
"I inquired of Sakazuki specifically, and he said they didn't know one another, but I made special arrangements for them to reside in the same dormitory,"
Colonel Malvern smiled and said, "Whether it's fierce competition or a close comrade-in-arms relationship, these two individuals with significant personalities are sure to create interesting sparks!"
"Is that so?"
The Warring States General on the other end of the line removed his spectacles and wiped them clean. He paused for a moment in silence, "...Natural Devil Fruit users are indeed some unusual characters, and they are exceptionally dangerous. You must keep a close eye on them. Regarding their relationship, prevent any serious conflicts to avoid irreversible consequences. I will leave headquarters tomorrow and be there in about a week. If anything occurs during this time, don't hesitate to contact me at any time."
"Yes, sir!"
Although the Warring States General couldn't witness it, Colonel Malvern still stood at attention respectfully and saluted.
…
At the same time, on Kizaru's side, not long after Brother Eton notified him, there was a knock on his dormitory door once again.
He rose to his feet, opened the door, and peered at the person outside the entrance with narrowed eyes.
He stood about the same height as himself and wore a peaked cap, but his physique was evidently more robust than his. The buttons on his crimson shirt were not fastened correctly, exposing the tanned muscles under the shirt.
His face bore a fierce expression, with a cold demeanor. Combined with the floral tattoo on his right chest and the large black bag in his hand, to the ordinary observer, he might seem like the boss of a gang, a significant one.
While Kizaru scrutinized the newcomer, the man's gaze remained fixed on Kizaru.
In the face of this intimidating stare, Kizaru flashed his signature smile:
"Yooo~"
***Author note***
Sakazuki was born 55 years ago in the North Blue. It was clear that he lived a rough childhood, as he already had a grim disposition, and a sense of justice showcased on the hat he wore.At the age of 23, Sakazuki joined the Marines alongside a 26-year-old porsalino.
Oda the old thief did not write in detail about the life experiences of the three navy generals. I can only arrange it according to my plot as much as possible.
***End***