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Hachinosu, port.
Dozens of pirate ships were densely arrayed together, among them some flags that inspired dread.
"That's... Crocodile!"
"He actually came too!"
"At this time, it's not strange for anyone to appear on the island!"
Many great pirates appeared one after another, and there were generally some grudges between them. Friction was unavoidable, but all parties were relatively restrained.
According to the rules of Hachinosu, pirates could seek revenge, but they had to follow some special rules, such as the most popular "three coin" snatching game.
The friction between the various parties was also mainly centered around the snatching game.
"Shihahaha!"
A large pirate ship with a golden lion figurehead descended from the sky, landing heavily in the port, splashing a large amount of seawater.
The Cozia Kingdom's ship followed closely behind.
"They're here!"
In the alley, Law and Koby watched the movements at the port. When they saw their companions being escorted off the ship by Golden Lion's subordinates, they couldn't help but be startled.
The situation had changed!
According to the original plan, they intended to sneak onto Golden Lion's ship to rescue people while he was away.
Now their companions were being taken away.
"What does Golden Lion want to do?"
Law's eyes subtly changed, realizing something.
Among pirates, buying and selling captives was a common occurrence. Connecting it to the trade fair, Golden Lion was likely planning to sell his companions.
But it could also be bait.
They couldn't act yet. Using his ability to save people now would definitely be noticed, and with his stamina, he couldn't take so many companions too far.
"Let's go to Skull Dome!"
Law decisively made a decision.
This trade fair would be held at Skull Dome in the center of the island. Golden Lion's destination must be there, and they needed to sneak in ahead of him.
Meanwhile, Hoenn Community.
Marco's home.
Daichi and Marco sat in the pavilion in the courtyard. Not far away, several women happily played with little Pineapple.
After the Whitebeard Pirates disbanded, only Marco remained on Hachinosu. The other division commanders went to Hoenn Communities on other islands.
They were guarding Whitebeard's territory in another way.
"Marco."
Daichi and Marco drank tea.
"You heard about this trade fair, right?"
"Yes."
Marco nodded, feeling quite melancholic.
Hachinosu was about to change hands.
"I understand, Daichi. You don't have to worry about my feelings."
"That's good."
Daichi nodded slightly.
There were countless reckless pirates on Hachinosu. If it weren't for Marco's presence, the Hoenn Community wouldn't be very peaceful.
The matter of renting the island had to be mentioned, otherwise there would inevitably be some resentment. He was very considerate of his own employees.
"Not just Hachinosu, I'll also rent out other islands, but don't worry—Sphinx Island is an exception."
"Thank you, Daichi."
Marco thanked him gratefully.
He actually didn't care what happened to Hachinosu. He stayed here mainly because he wanted to repay Daichi's kindness. Compared to other islands, Hachinosu needed a strong person to guard it more.
As for Whitebeard, he missed the past of living with Whitebeard, not the island. The other division commanders were the same.
Sphinx was the only exception—it was Whitebeard's hometown.
"Daichi."
Marco hesitated for a moment.
"Can I ask you for a favor?"
"Of course, we are friends."
Daichi nodded with a smile.
His interactions with the Whitebeard Pirates were utilitarian, but that didn't prevent them from becoming friends. As long as it wasn't too difficult, he was happy to help.
Marco took out a newspaper, a hint of anger surfacing in his eyes. "This man claims to be Whitebeard's son and is hunting down the division commanders under the Whitebeard Pirates. I want to ask you to stop him!"
"Let me see."
Daichi took the newspaper.
The newly appointed Warlord, "Whitebeard Jr." Edward Weevil, the pirate who cut off Zephyr's arm.
The World Government was constantly making bad moves.
In that case, Rayleigh lays the foundation, Zephyr teaches advanced techniques, and finally, Kaido gives a sudden enlightenment with a single blow.
Complete!
"No problem, leave it to me."
"Thank you."
Marco felt relieved.
With Daichi's word, Weevil would not be able to escape.
He was alone now and had no pirate ship to go out to sea. Even if he did, it would be difficult to find Weevil, so he could only ask Daichi for help.
As for using the company's ship, this was, after all, a private matter for them, the remnants, and he felt uncomfortable using company resources.
In the afternoon, Skull Dome.
Groudon Company bidding trade fair.
The big shots received their number plates and entered the venue in order. The bidding projects had been made public, totaling twenty islands.
In the adjacent reception room.
Daichi and Golden Lion sat in the sofa area.
"Have you gathered 10 billion Berry?"
"Shihahaha! Not yet."
Shiki puffed on his cigar, very displeased.
He saw Hachinosu, the highlight of this bidding list, and was in a very bad mood, but he hadn't managed to gather 10 billion Berry, so he couldn't complain.
"Although I haven't gathered 10 billion Berry, I've caught a lot of good stuff this time!"
"Give me an estimate!"
As Golden Lion spoke, his subordinates escorted a group of pirates and three Marines into the room.
Daichi glanced at them, raising an eyebrow.
"Heart Pirates?"
"That's right!"
Shiki grinned.
"The captain of this group of pirates is 'Surgeon of Death' Trafalgar Law. It is said that his Ope Ope no Mi ability can grant eternal life, which is worth 5 billion Berry!!"
"You caught Trafalgar Law?"
Daichi was a little surprised.
If Golden Lion sold Law to him, offsetting 5 billion Berry was not impossible. Whether it was his own potential or the eternal life surgery, Law was worth 5 billion Berry.
"No, he got away."
Shiki's face was gloomy. "However, Trafalgar Law will definitely come to save his subordinates. We just need to wait for him to appear!"
"This isn't right."
Daichi sneered. "No captain would risk death to save his subordinates. You wouldn't be trying to get something for nothing, would you!"
"Shihahaha! Don't think of that guy as so heartless."
Shiki also didn't believe Law would save them, but there was no other way. Time was too short, so he could only play all the cards he had.
"Those Marines are also bargaining chips. Besides that, the Cozia Kingdom's royalty and citizens are all in my hands—you can have them all!"
"And this!"
A Devil Fruit was placed in front of Daichi, with nine petal-like orange patterns on its surface.
According to market price, an ordinary Devil Fruit could sell for at least 100 million Berry, and a powerful Devil Fruit could sell for 1 billion Berry.
The Ope Ope no Mi was worth 5 billion, making it one of the most valuable.
Daichi picked up the Devil Fruit and examined it.
"Nine-Tails?"
The petal patterns looked very much like tails, and there were exactly nine of them. Thinking of the Priestess's previous divination which was "gold," could it be referring to Golden Lion?
Unfortunately, the Nine-Tails wasn't considered very powerful among Mythical Zoan types, mainly because foxes themselves were relatively weak, so its value was only around 1 billion Berry.
Otherwise, Golden Lion wouldn't have been willing to take it out.
Daichi thought for a long time, then put down the fruit.
"Not enough. All of these combined are worth at most 3 billion Berry, but I can rent Hachinosu to you, but on one condition."
"What condition?"
"Your blood!"
Daichi curled his lips.
The World Government has the Warlord version of Seraphim, so it's not too much for him to have a Yonko version of Seraphim, right!