One Piece: I Start with a Married Woman, I Am the Evil Admiral!

Chapter 368 An Unsolvable Problem

He's just a pure businessman; he won't mess with anyone who tries to interfere with his money-making.

Just then, the owner quickly brought over the drinks, and very tactfully poured a glass for each of them before discreetly leaving.

Aini picked up his glass, took a small sip, smacked his lips, and nodded in satisfaction: "Hmm, this wine tastes really good."

Then, he put down his wine glass, looked at Don Achino, and stated his purpose directly: "Don Achino, I think you're quite an interesting guy, and your strength is not bad either. Are you interested in joining the Navy and working with me?"

"what?"

As soon as Aini finished speaking, Don Achino cried out in shock as if he had heard some shocking news. His face was full of disbelief, and his complexion turned pale instantly.

He stared wide-eyed at Aini, as if trying to find a trace of a joke on the other's face. However, Aini's expression remained unusually serious, showing no sign of joking.

Don Achino took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down. He chuckled dryly and said, "Haha, you must be joking with me!"

His voice trembled slightly, clearly indicating that he was not as calm as he appeared.

Aini slowly raised his head, glanced at Don Achino expressionlessly, and said coldly, "I only joke with my friends. And you're not my friend, are you?"

These words were like a sharp sword, piercing straight into Don Achino's heart. His smile instantly froze on his face, replaced by an indescribable shock and anger.

Don Achino's eyes narrowed slightly, a cold glint flashing in them. He stared intently at Aini, as if trying to see through the man's eyes to his true thoughts.

However, Aini's eyes were like a deep pool, calm and profound, making it impossible to fathom their secrets.

Don Achino thought to himself that Aini's words were rather strange, carrying a subtle threat. If anyone else had dared to speak to him like that, he would have roasted them to a pulp without hesitation.

But now, facing Aini, he had to temporarily suppress his anger. He had a strong premonition that Aini was no ordinary person, and if he wasn't careful, he might find himself in a hopeless situation.

This ominous premonition clung to him like a shadow, and no matter how hard Don Achino tried, he couldn't suppress it. On the contrary, it was like a demon, gnawing at his heart and making him increasingly vigilant.

"Hoo!"

Don Achino took a deep breath, as if gathering all his courage for that moment. He stared intently at Aini, then retorted in a firm yet slightly provocative tone, "And what if we don't join?"

Upon hearing this, Aini's lips curled into a faint smile. He waved his hand gently, seemingly having anticipated Don Achino's reaction.

"Don't be so quick to refuse!"

Aini's voice carried a hint of teasing: "You're a businessman, so let's do the math. How much do you actually earn each year from this peculiar family business? A billion Berries?"

I doubt it! After all, your family is already quite famous in this area. So, many pirates deliberately avoid this area, causing your business to decline year after year.

Enni paused for a moment, then continued, "How long can your family's glory last if things continue like this? Or do you intend to continue expanding your territory?"

Leaving aside whether the World Government and the Navy would allow it, your family, apart from yourself, doesn't have a single strong member to speak of. If your territory is too large, can you control it?"

His gaze was piercing, fixed directly on Don Achino, as if trying to see through his eyes to his true thoughts.

"So, it's only a matter of time before your clan's business goes out of business. Rather than waiting to die, you might as well change careers now. While you're still alive, you still have the opportunity to develop yourself in the navy."

"If you die one day, your family, with the power and connections you've built in the Navy, won't be defeated."

Aini's words struck Don Achino like a bolt from the blue, leaving him utterly stunned.

Although Aini's words were blunt, they struck Don Achino's heart like a hammer blow.

He couldn't help but wonder what would happen to his family if he were to meet with misfortune one day.

Can the power and connections he has built in the navy truly guarantee the prosperity and flourishing of his family?

Don Achino instinctively turned his head, his gaze drifting outside the tavern. There, his sons and daughters were gathered, some chatting and laughing, others playing and frolicking. They were his hope, his pride. Yet, seeing them stirred a sense of helplessness and worry within him.

He had a large number of sons and daughters, a long-held wish of his. He hoped to build a powerful force through his bloodline, just like Charlotte Linlin.

However, reality is often cruel. Compared to Charlotte Linlin's children, his children were not as outstanding.

While not all of Charlotte Linlin's children were geniuses, many possessed extraordinary talents. Many of them became powerful figures who commanded respect in their respective regions, much like the famous Three Sweet Commanders. Charlotte Katakuri, in particular, was considered to have the potential to succeed Charlotte Linlin.

In contrast, Don Achino's children seemed much more ordinary. Despite his high hopes for them, they did not demonstrate sufficient potential and talent.

This filled Don Achino with disappointment and deep concern for his family's future. After all, the business their family was currently engaged in was no less dangerous than that of piracy, and perhaps even more so. Especially since this business had offended numerous pirates, it undoubtedly posed a significant threat to the family.

If he were to meet with misfortune, his children would inevitably become targets of numerous pirates. Faced with such a powerful enemy, could they withstand it? This is a question that cannot be ignored.

Prior to this, Don Achino had never seriously considered this issue. After all, with his own strength, he had nothing to fear from any pirates. However, now, reminded by the youngest admiral in naval history, he realized the seriousness of the matter.

He couldn't help but turn his gaze back to the general before him, pondering to himself. Given his character, he would never willingly submit to anyone. However, at this moment, he was faced with a seemingly unsolvable problem.