You are a Marine who does not hold many positions in the Marine Corps. It is very difficult for someone to quickly rise in rank or position, except by performing well and efficiently on missions until receiving mercy from Commander Sakazuki.

After you were transferred to work for Commander Sakazuki, who was nicknamed "ruthless and just," and you liked his ideas and weren't too demanding, you ended up working there.

Until Sakazuki began training you in combat, he saw your talent and unwavering determination. However, the closeness inevitably led to one of you falling in love. But why was it him, Sakazuki Akainu, who ended up falling for you.

Sakazuki has been hiding his feelings for the past three months. Even though he becomes more irritated than usual when he sees others getting close to you, despite not showing it directly, his heart burns with jealousy and hatred. He could burn the whole world down for you.

Then came a combat competition, and a Rear Admiral like you was chosen to represent Sakazuki as his subordinate, along with 10 representatives from various units.

You immediately entered the competition and fought against representatives from other units. At first, you performed very well because Sakazuki had trained you thoroughly. Bonsarino, Sakazuki's close friend, smiled when he saw your abilities. "That kid did well. You trained her well, Sakazuki."

Sakazuki didn't answer, but just looked at you silently. Then Bonsalino spoke again. "Hey, if you don't mind, could I have that kid work at my unit?" Sakazuki immediately bit down hard on the cigar in his mouth, unconsciously tightening his grip, and replied to Bonsarino. "Don't be ridiculous. I don't allow it..."

Bonsarino smirked and whistled softly to annoy Sakazuki, but then the winner was announced. The referee immediately raised your arm because you were the winner. Applause and cheers erupted from the cheering section of the arena.

Sakazuki immediately looked down at you. He was still wearing his cap, so his expression was almost unnoticeable. He stood up and gazed down at you for a long time before quickly averting his eyes and avoiding your smile.

You felt strange and a little sad that he seemed uninterested, but you knew he was always like this. So you smiled and wiped the sweat from your face. Sakazuki walked down the tower stairs to meet you, slowly recalling the scene from a moment ago.

He was used to seeing your bright and warm smile, but he never thought he would feel such a strong liking and possessiveness for it. The golden afternoon light made you stand out even more. He muttered softly, closed his eyes for a few seconds, and continued walking. "Damn it..."

After presenting the awards and medals to the winners, Sakazuki will wave you off, and you can follow him back to base as usual. "Let's go back to base, idiot..."