Regarding the order matter, Ellie hadn't revealed more.
But Sabro and Law were well aware that if they asked, even if the order content involved confidentiality agreements, Ellie would tell them everything.
Law was just curious but didn't dwell on the issue, directly asking, "Does the company have enough liquid funds to lend?"
"Of course," Sabro said matter-of-factly.
The Lawlin Museum's nature involved terrifying amounts of fixed assets, and its business was converting these fixed assets into liquid funds.
Even so, the Lawlin Museum's liquid funds had reached a level of over 100 billion.
Since stores were opened online and Law lacked ambition, there were no plans to expand the business. Therefore, business had been smooth, not facing significant risks.
For Ellie to accept an order her company couldn't handle alone, she needed to borrow or take loans to fill the funding gap.
Thus, she had to bear the risk of a potential capital chain collapse.
If she failed, it might lead to a downfall. If she succeeded, she could reach greater heights.
Since the company had sufficient liquid funds, Law didn't delay, clearly indicating to lend if they had the money, without needing his approval.
Sabro naturally had no objections, as everything revolved around Law.
Reminding Sabro about the follow-up negotiations with [New Horizon] Publishers, Law left the Lawlin Museum because Biscuit and Machi weren't there.
It seemed a gem exhibition was being held somewhere, so Biscuit dragged Machi along to join the fun.
Law planned to go to the association's office area, find Beans to ask about Netero's whereabouts, and then make the request to resolve the restriction.
Taking the elevator directly to the floor with the Association's office area, he exited and walked down the corridor.
Just after turning a corner, he saw Gel wearing a black strapless dress walking towards him.
Both saw each other, their reactions entirely different.
Law looked calm, while Gel abruptly stopped, as if startled by something.
Currently, Gel's image was similar to other Zodiac members, tending towards a snake style.
Compared to when they first met in the Talma Mountains, the current Gel had shed all childishness. Both her figure and face exuded mature, charming allure.
Gel subconsciously stopped, but Law remained unfazed, walking straight towards her.
"Yo."
When the distance between them was only two or three meters, Law greeted first, still not slowing down, intending to pass by Gel.
Gel opened her mouth, as if suddenly forgetting how to respond to a greeting, only saying Law's name.
Law had no intention of stopping for a chat, directly passing Gel and heading towards the office area.
Gel turned, silently watching Law's departing back. Her heartbeat wasn't particularly slow nor too fast.
A moment later, Law arrived at the office area.
What met his eyes was still the high-intensity, fast-paced work scene.
Law entered the office area, heading straight for Beans's desk.
Similar to the mostly unchanged environment, Beans's desk still had several piles of documents.
Knock knock.
Law lightly tapped the desk with his finger.
The sound drew Beans's attention. Looking up and seeing Law, he was momentarily stunned. "Law, what brings you here?"
"Netero's phone is off. Do you know where he is now?" Law stated his purpose.
Hearing this, Beans reflexively sighed, then said, "He's probably at the Martial Arts Hall."
"Got it. You're busy."
Law nodded slightly, then turned and left.
From the corner of his eye, he glanced at Pariston's office, seeing Pariston smiling at him through the glass window.
Law paid no further attention, directly leaving.
Exiting the association building, Law headed straight for the Martial Arts Hall.
Ten minutes later, Law arrived at the Martial Arts Hall's entrance. The large door was closed, with a white paper posted, indicating the hall was undergoing renovations and wouldn't open in the short term.
Law stood before the closed door, focusing Aura into his ears, carefully listening to the faint sounds coming from inside.
"Hmm?"
A strange glint appeared in Law's eyes. He raised his hand, pressed it against the door, and used Nen to push open a gap. He walked in, then sealed the gap.
Walking through several passages, the sounds from inside grew clearer… someone was fighting.
Law stood at the passageway entrance leading to the arena, watching golden flashes emanate from inside.
"Is that Netero's 100-Type Guanyin?"
Law guessed, then stepped through the passageway, arriving beside the entrance to the spectator stands. He immediately saw Netero on the ring, using 100-Type Guanyin and happily swinging his palms.
The person facing Netero was Uvogin.
However, Uvogin looked quite miserable, with bruises and swellings all over his face and body, especially several large bumps on his face.
Judging by appearance alone, it seemed like a one-sided beating. But Uvogin looked excited, creating a stark contrast with his sorry state.
Law's arrival immediately drew the attention of the three people inside.
Besides Netero and Uvogin, there was also Nobunaga.
"Law!"
Nobunaga suddenly stood up, assuming a drawing stance.
His face also had obvious bruises and swellings.
In contrast, Uvogin and Netero were unaffected, focused on the fight.
Law looked at the situation in the ring, then at Nobunaga's reaction, seeming to understand something.
Before going to Whale Island, he casually dug a pit.
Now it seemed Uvogin and Netero had both happily jumped into the pit, but Nobunaga was full of resentment.
Law stood still for over ten seconds, then... turned and ran.
Seeing this, Nobunaga was momentarily stunned, then exploded, chasing after him.
With Nobunaga's speed, he naturally couldn't catch up to Law. He lost him quickly, so angry he almost threw his sword on the ground, forced to return to the Martial Arts Hall.
Honestly, if not for Uvogin, this masochist, being willing to stay, he would have left long ago. Why stay here seeking abuse?
In the ring, both Uvogin and Netero emitted strong Auras, but both held back. Amidst the intense fight, they didn't damage the ring or surrounding objects.
Soon, the fight ended.
Uvogin's Aura was depleted first, while Netero was only slightly out of breath.
After that battle with the Chimera Ant King, Netero became aware of his shortcomings, or rather, small habits he never paid attention to.
Since he noticed, he needed to correct them.
Originally, the best candidate was Law, but Law sent a sandbag, cough, a decent opponent before him. Of course, he had to cherish this properly.
However, habits accumulated over many years weren't easily corrected. Although he kept guiding Uvogin to attack his weaknesses, progress was slow.
"That's enough for today."
Netero acted like a coach, speaking to Uvogin, who was exhausted and collapsed on the ring, and to Nobunaga standing outside.
"You're going to see Law?" Nobunaga asked.
Netero nodded. "He came specifically, there must be something important."
Hearing this, Nobunaga gritted his teeth. "Then we'll go with you too."