Chapter 11: Future Direction

Although the person in front of him was still a young girl and not the mature woman he would encounter in the future, Qin Ge couldn't deny that being admired by a cute little girl was satisfying.

"It's not as exaggerated as you think. There was indeed a pirate with a bounty of five million berries, but the group of pirates at that time was less than a hundred!" Qin Ge couldn't resist the temptation from the little girl and pinched her delicate face.

"That's still amazing. If it were me, I would have been scared to death!" The young girl was still young and didn't understand the dynamics between men and women, so she didn't pay much attention to Qin Ge's actions and continued to look at him with admiration.

Qin Ge smiled and remained silent. After pinching her face, he turned around and gazed at the faintly visible outline of the island in the distance.

With his current strength, he was already formidable compared to ordinary people. However, when compared to the monstrous beings in this world, he still had a long way to go. His next step was to gradually bridge this gap and even surpass the monsters.

"After we go ashore, I can start the second extraction!" Qin Ge silently thought to himself.

After the battle with the pirates, he not only experienced his first killing but also gained a certain amount of soul energy after killing nearly a hundred pirates. Although it only satisfied the lowest-level extraction, it was enough to make him excited with anticipation.

After more than ten minutes, the merchant ship that had been sailing at sea for three days finally arrived at its destination, a port on a small island called Lovisa.

"Customer, this is the head of the pirate who had a bounty of five million berries. I have had it preserved and treated with antiseptic. If you need it, you can exchange it for a reward at the marine branch on the island!" As the merchant ship docked, just as Qin Ge was about to go ashore with Robin, Cecil hurriedly ran over, holding a square box in his hand and respectfully handing it to Qin Ge.

"Is this the head of a pirate?!" Robin was initially curious about why the person had come over, but after hearing his words, she was startled and quickly avoided the box, fearfully hiding behind Qin Ge.

Qin Ge raised an eyebrow and looked at Cecil thoughtfully for a moment, making him feel uneasy.

Leaving Barton's head behind was Cecil's own decision. On one hand, it was because Barton's head was worth a bounty of five million berries, and on the other hand, it was to befriend Qin Ge, a young man with formidable strength.

"I appreciate it, Captain Cecil. I hope to have the opportunity to ride on your ship again!" Qin Ge didn't hesitate for long, immediately reaching out to take the box, a faint smile appearing on his face.

Upon hearing this, Cecil breathed a sigh of relief and happily replied, "It is my honor to have you on my ship!"

Leaving Barton's head had an effect. At least it left a good impression on Qin Ge's mind. For Cecil, who operated on the sea all year round, getting to know someone with great power was advantageous and harmless. Perhaps it could even save his life in critical moments.

After receiving the box containing the head worth five million berries, Qin Ge didn't linger. He casually exchanged a few words with Cecil and then went with Robin to the town on the island, finding a temporary residence in an inn.

"Robin, rest in your room for now. I'll go and exchange this for the reward!" After solving the issue of accommodation, Qin Ge greeted Robin.

"Okay, you go. It's better to resolve this quickly!" Robin

looked somewhat apprehensive as she glanced at the box in Qin Ge's hand and quickly nodded.

Qin Ge shrugged, closed the door, and left the room. He asked about the location of the marine branch at the hotel reception and went there alone.

"The World Government holds the greatest power and influence in this world, even if it may be corrupt. But it must be acknowledged that it's advantageous to seek shelter under a large tree. Although I have the Dead Prison as my territory, if I want to truly integrate into this world and enhance my strength, perhaps joining the Marines is a good way!" On his way to the marine branch base, Qin Ge contemplated his next goal.

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Although Ahara has already been warned, the historical text is too sensitive and it's difficult to survive under the fear of the World Government.

While Qin Ge left Ahara with Robin, he couldn't stay on the move forever. He was also very interested in the power inherited in this world, whether it be Haki or the Navy's Rokushiki techniques. They were all worth learning for him.

Moreover, as a member of the Navy, Qin Ge could obtain soul energy by pursuing pirates. And once he achieved a high position within the Navy, he could ensure a stable life for himself and Robin, killing two birds with one stone.

Now that he had been given a second chance at life, Qin Ge was not willing to live in obscurity. He not only desired to witness the magnificent world but also had the ambition to confront the renowned pirates and strong individuals in the future.

With these thoughts in his mind, Qin Ge's heart began to stir with a certain impulse, a feeling similar to the exhilaration he experienced during his battles with pirates. It was a mix of excitement and anticipation.

"The Navy, huh? Then let's give it a try!" Qin Ge's lips curved slightly, and his steps quickened.

After searching for a while, Qin Ge arrived at the Marine branch base on the island of Lovisa. The entire base was surrounded by tall walls, and at the entrance, two sentries stood guard vigilantly.

"Kid, this isn't a place for games. Leave quickly!" When Qin Ge approached the base entrance, one of the Marines on duty looked over and sternly warned him.

"I'm sorry, I'm not here to play around. I've come to claim a bounty. Isn't this the Marine branch base?" Qin Ge glanced at the Marine, calmly stating.

The other Marine furrowed his brow. What was a child who looked around seven or eight years old doing here to claim a bounty? It seemed like a joke.

"Alright then, what are you going to use to claim the bounty? Did you capture a formidable pirate or something?" The Marine who spoke first sneered, his eyes full of amusement as he looked at Qin Ge.

Qin Ge calmly opened the box in his hand, revealing the head of a man inside, and confidently said, "This is the head of a pirate named Barton. If I'm not mistaken, he has a bounty of five million berries. Can I go in now?"

The two Marines were taken aback by the fact that there was a head inside the box held by Qin Ge. Even though they had undergone training, it was still unsettling to suddenly come face to face with a severed head.

"Um, sorry to bother you. I'll take you to the registration office!" The Marine who had sneered earlier couldn't help but swallow nervously, quickly stepping aside and leading the way.