Chapter 386 Agreement
"What do you want to discuss with me?"
King frowned. "I don't think we have anything to talk about."
Even facing Brett, King showed no fear.
King naturally knew that in direct combat, no matter how hard he tried, he could never defeat this Brett guy.
But fighting was one thing—submission was another entirely.
Brett could defeat his body, but don't think he could defeat his spirit.
"Seems completely uncooperative."
Tesoro grinned. "How about we just throw them in the sea now?"
Please don't!
Queen nearly ground his teeth to dust, constantly signaling King with his eyes to cooperate a little.
Obviously a turning point had appeared. No need to keep resisting Brett.
But King completely ignored him.
"I think there's quite a bit we can discuss."
Brett smiled. "For instance, I can temporarily spare Kaido's life."
"What!"
King's pupils instantly contracted. His face showed uncontrollable excitement. His body leaned forward as he hurriedly asked, "Brett, are you serious?"
"Hey, King! What are you doing, you idiot!"
Kaido roared. "What's there to say to this bastard!"
He'd already roughly guessed what this bastard Brett wanted to do. Precisely because of this, he absolutely couldn't let Brett succeed.
He absolutely refused to submit to Brett. Nor did he want his subordinates bowing to Brett because of him.
But King didn't respond. He gritted his teeth.
Other matters didn't matter, but—if it concerned Kaido-san's life—
Kaido-san, you saved me and gave my existence meaning. Then now, let me save you!
"Brett, what are your conditions!"
King said solemnly.
Queen's expression instantly brightened.
It appeared! The turning point had appeared!
Many Beasts Pirates officers now showed joy.
But naturally, not everyone felt this way.
"Hey! King! You bastard—mmph mmph..."
The furious Kaido began roaring, but soon couldn't speak anymore. Clouds coiled up, blocking his mouth like snakes.
Really now—you don't get to talk right now, Kaido.
Brett smiled. "You know my enemy is the World Government. The power they wield is still somewhat too strong."
"So I need to gather more forces."
"Understood."
King nodded solemnly. "You want us to follow your orders."
"Exactly."
Brett snapped his fingers. "Trade your efforts for Kaido's survival."
Kaido struggled violently. Even high-purity seastone chains couldn't completely rob him of strength.
He felt insulted. Since when did he need subordinates sacrificing freedom to save him?
In that case, better to let him die.
However, Brett didn't give him chance to speak. After all, letting him talk might actually shake King's resolve.
"Why should we trust you?"
King didn't readily agree. Since Brett chose negotiation, might as well negotiate properly.
Bargain a bit too.
Unfortunately, Brett had no intention of bargaining. He simply said casually, "Do you have a choice?"
King fell silent.
Yes—now Brett held absolute initiative. They could only passively accept.
"What you need to do next is simple."
Brett said. "I want you to rebuild a force at sea, but stop being pirates. Find some non-affiliated nation, or some uninhabited island—establish a temporary base."
"I'll contact you to act when the time is right."
"Sure, sure!"
Queen nodded repeatedly. "We agree!"
Never thought this Brett guy would be so generous!
How was this different from just releasing them?
But soon Brett added, "Of course, I have conditions. King, you must properly restrain these guys. Even if it means killing them, don't let anyone leave the group."
"Otherwise, I'll kill Kaido."
Kaido struggled even more violently.
Dealing with the Beasts Pirates this way felt somewhat wasteful, so Brett thought about recycling them.
They'd committed so many evils over the years. Then let them finally atone slightly for their sins in the war against the World Government.
After the war, they could discuss judgment.
"You should be able to do this, right?" Brett asked King.
"How will you guarantee you won't harm Kaido-san during this period?" King countered.
"Let you communicate periodically. How's that?"
Brett said. "I think my conditions are already quite generous."
King fell silent briefly, but only briefly. Soon, he nodded emphatically.
"I agree!"
Oh, Kaido's extremely furious voice could be heard immediately.
Naturally furious beyond measure right now.
But unfortunately, you don't get to speak anymore.
Brett nodded lightly. "Good. Then the contract is established."
"You all shouldn't have objections either, right?"
Brett asked the remaining Beasts Pirates officers.
"Of course, of course no objections!"
Queen nodded repeatedly.
They could survive like this? What objections could there be?
"If you can keep your promise!"
The wrapped-up Jack said gravely.
"Naturally. I have no reason to deceive you, my fellow Fish-Man."
Brett smiled. "After all, all your lives are in my hands. What need do I have to deceive you?"
Jack snorted but ultimately said nothing.
"Well then, everyone better work hard from now on."
Brett stood, stretching lazily. He showed the pirate officers a brilliant smile. "If I discover anyone escaping, the contract is void."
"I'll kill Kaido first, then hunt you to the ends of the earth."
His tone was very gentle.
But Queen couldn't help shivering.
Being targeted by such a monster—might as well be dead!
"Of course."
King nodded. "I won't let these guys have any opportunities."
If anyone truly tried escaping, King would unhesitatingly end that person's life!
Absolutely wouldn't allow those guys any possibility of endangering Kaido-san!
"Same here, same here."
Queen also nodded repeatedly.
"Excellent."
Brett applauded. "Pleasant cooperation."
This should be fine. With King's strength and his respect for Kaido, he should be able to restrain these scum.
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