Chapter 24: He Doesn’t Cough at All Anymore

Chapter 24: He Doesn't Cough at All Anymore

With the newspaper Lina had brought him in hand, Charlotte couldn't help but tremble.

He... was in the newspaper! Though it was just a small corner, the description was vague, and his appearance wasn't clear due to dust and smoke.

But what did they say? That the swordsman Niskin seemed to have been defeated by a mysterious swordsman never seen before.

There were proofs and evidence.

The weapon in his hand, the famous sword Shigure, came from Niskin.

There were speculations that Niskin's death was also the trigger for the incident in Food City on the island.

The whole report was detailed and analyzed! Charlotte's eyelids twitched uncontrollably.

What kind of analysis was that? "Was I the trigger? That was planned a long time ago; I was just in the wrong place at the wrong time."

Bam! Charlotte slammed the table hard.

"Damn bastards! Who? Who was the idiot that took pictures of me and then made up all this?"

You can't say things lightly; being famous isn't good; it can cause a lot of problems.

"This is blatant slander."

"Slander against me!"

"This is unacceptable, is there justice in the world?!"

"The World Economic News is incredible, right?!"

Charlotte was very angry, extremely angry.

Being famous is not only troublesome but also very dangerous; the more famous you are, the more problems you attract.

Moreover, to survive in this world, you need a background.

He had no money, no power, no backing, and it was very easy for someone to kill him.

Especially if the Ochoku pirate gang linked some things to him, although the probability was not high, it was not impossible.

People who go crazy are totally irrational.

The most important thing is that appearing in that newspaper would attract the attention of various factions.

The big pirates were already quite troublesome, but if the Navy and the World Government set their eyes on him...

It would be the end!

The Navy, as the world's strongest organization, controls the four seas, has countless bases, an enormous military budget, and its strength is hard to imagine, with military leaders that would scare anyone.

Besides, the Navy is backed by the World Government, which has ruled for 800 years, and no one knows what kind of terrifying power they hide.

Underestimating the power of the World Government is like wanting to shorten your life.

Charlotte calmed down for a moment.

The anger that had invaded him slowly faded away.

Finally, he realized a problem: the photo wasn't clear, and all the relevant information was ambiguous, they didn't even know his name.

Although there was some risk of exposure, for now, it hadn't reached a point of no return.

There wasn't even a Navy arrest warrant.

Of course, he hadn't done anything particularly evil. Why would they capture him?

Thinking about it, it seemed the situation was still under control.

So, what did this mean? He had become famous, but not completely famous.

"Thank goodness, thank goodness!"

With this result, Charlotte felt he could accept it; after all, it was much better than the initial outcome.

Charlotte sighed in relief; he didn't want to appear in the world's spotlight while he was still weak.

Without the backing of power, everything is fleeting.

Fame is not a good thing; for him, in his current state, it was a burden, a real danger.

Isn't a quiet and relaxed life better?

Seeing girls, enjoying good food, drinking a bit, enjoying life, what a marvel!

If he became famous, the quiet life would be unattainable, and even his safety would be a big problem.

He couldn't bear it.

The current situation was fine, quietly developing in the shadows, accumulating enough strength to protect himself.

So, in the future, he must be more careful, avoid conflicts, and secretly accumulate strength.

To be cautious, Charlotte decided not to go to sea in the short term, no matter what.

As long as he doesn't go to sea, no one will know about him.

He would remember this grievance against the World Economic News.

Better not let him find out who the damn journalist was who took those photos, because he would teach them a lesson.

And their boss, Morgans, wouldn't get away either; he'd be blacklisted.

Charlotte gritted his teeth.

He had calculated everything, but he didn't expect something like this to happen; he almost got into trouble himself.

"Boss Charlotte."

Ivan arrived with a radiant expression, walking quickly.

Charlotte looked at him distrustfully, why did he have that premonition that something bad was going to happen?

"Ivan, what good news do you bring?"

"Boss Charlotte, the Hiberfield flagship you ordered has already arrived at the port, we're painting it now, do you want to go see it?"

Charlotte listened to Ivan and let out a sigh of relief, "No need, you handle it yourself."

Ivan nodded.

Quickly, with bright eyes, he said:

"Boss, once we finish painting the Hiberfield, will you start becoming famous at sea?"

Hmm... What?

Charlotte's brain went blank for a moment, he reacted abruptly, looking at Ivan in amazement.

Are you talking nonsense?

Isn't it enough with the problems I have?

Ivan didn't seem to notice Charlotte's strange look and continued, completely excited.

"Cough cough..." Charlotte tactically coughed twice, going to sea was out of the question, that ship was just a precautionary measure.

He had to stop that crazy idea.

"Ivan, our comrades are very weak, going to sea is very dangerous, the lives of our comrades are the most important, so we must be patient for now."

Ivan was a bit puzzled, but quickly understood, looking at Charlotte with teary eyes.

"Boss, you're absolutely right, our comrades are very weak and going to sea is very dangerous, I admit I was impatient and disappointed Boss Charlotte."

That response from Ivan touched Charlotte's heart.

Admitting mistakes and correcting them is a great thing!

Good attitude, Ivan!

This is the good Ivan!

Charlotte was about to console Ivan, but Ivan continued:

"Boss, don't worry, I'll make sure everyone trains hard, so we can soon go to sea and make Hiberfield's name famous, and spread your will around the world."

"???"

Charlotte was stunned.

Is that what you meant?

Becoming famous at sea is terrible! Why do you say that so irresponsibly? What is this about my will? What are you talking about? (See, this is how they're forming a cult XD)

Charlotte began to doubt himself.

However, Ivan was looking at Charlotte silently, thinking: "Of course! Boss Charlotte surely wants to spread his will, but for everyone's safety, he has to endure."

Thinking this, Ivan felt a kind of shame, and he firmly resolved himself.

Charlotte, somewhat disoriented, felt a chill.

He didn't have time to think about anything else.

Although he couldn't discourage Ivan's motivation, going to sea had to meet his standards, and that wasn't something he decided.

With this thought, he felt more at ease.

Charlotte no longer coughed at all.

Then, calmly and confidently, he said:

"Ivan, there's no rush, train well, life is the most important thing."

Ivan stood firm.

"Yes, boss, I'll remember your teachings."

Charlotte felt a bit more at ease, seeing that Ivan seemed to have calmed down.

(End of the chapter)

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