Chapter 451: Brett's Decision
Dazzling lightning dispersed. The previously lively CP0 members now lay quietly on the ground. A pungent burnt smell instantly spread throughout the entire hall.
Vinsmoke Family's eldest daughter—the woman named Reiju—standing in the corner—looked at Brett landing on the ground, then back at her father.
Truly never seen Father-sama so disheveled.
Judge's body trembled. Beneath the mask worn on his face—sweat already uncontrollably penetrated downward. The perfectly tailored silk clothes now stuck completely to his body.
He absolutely wasn't an inwardly cowardly man.
Quite the contrary. Being born into Vinsmoke Family—North Blue royalty giving him confidence, or rather arrogance—made him never show any panic facing most people at sea.
But the current situation differed.
Though most of life spent active in the Four Blues—Judge absolutely wasn't some ignorant country bumpkin.
He was once a member of Vegapunk's research group. Young days also rampaged through the Grand Line. He knew exactly what power the sea's top powerhouses possessed.
Fish-Man Brett—the man called Deep Sea Emperor—naturally one of the sea's strongest monsters.
Current situation was terrible!
Judge's heart screamed madly. Wise brain now urgently operated—thinking of countermeasures.
However, his several good older sons obviously lacked such extensive experience.
"Woah! That's truly impressive!"
The man with red hair—wearing combat suit matching hair color—Vinsmoke Family's eldest son, the man named Ichiji—shouted loudly.
He pointed at the several charred corpses already transformed into charcoal on the nearby floor. Smiled telling his brother. "This guy's controlled lightning's power far surpasses yours! Niji!"
Vinsmoke Niji—possessing blue hair different from his brother—similarly had power manipulating electric current.
After glancing at the lifeless CP0 members, this Vinsmoke Family second son snorted lightly. "Nothing remarkable."
"Hahahaha! I didn't mishear, right?"
Winch Green—Vinsmoke Yonji—laughed heartily. His eyes examined Brett with interest. "This guy's worrying about how to handle us?"
"Hahaha! Perfect timing!"
Flames already emerged on Ichiji's fists. "Guys called Emperors—exactly how strong—already can't wait to experience it!"
"Shut up! You idiots!!"
Fortunately, Judge finally didn't lose reason like his sons. He loudly berated his foolish sons. Then quickly walked toward Brett, face full of smiles. "Apologies, Brett-san. These kids' brains aren't too bright."
The three sons all listened to him very well. Once he spoke—all three tightly closed their mouths.
"Heard that."
Brett returned the smile.
Vinsmoke Family's three brothers indeed were literally not bright-brained.
When Judge created them—deliberately stripped their emotions. They simply couldn't think like normal people.
When Brett listened to their voices—only felt like deep pools' calmness.
No anger, no fear, no hatred, no joy, no happiness.
Though hearts beat—hot blood flowed throughout bodies—these boys were like robots—completely emotionless.
They probably only acted based on Judge's orders and their own instincts.
Truly pitiful.
Beside Brett—wearing black robes, hiding identity—Law maintained silence throughout.
He merely borrowed the hood's concealment—carefully examining Vinsmoke Family members.
Villain characters only seen in serialized comics—this time truly appeared before him.
This feeling—honestly quite marvelous.
Seeing Brett not angered by three foolish sons' offenses—Judge also slightly relaxed. "Then, Brett-san—what guidance brings you this time?"
On this point he reached consensus with CP0. Absolutely didn't believe Brett merely coincidentally passed by.
How could there be such coincidence?
Definitely deliberately found him!
Brett sighed somewhat helplessly.
What else could be said?
Brett didn't directly answer Judge's question. Instead counter-asked. "What plans next, Judge-san?"
He pointed at those several charcoals fallen aside. "After these guys died here—Government side will naturally think—Vinsmoke Family already prepared to oppose Government."
Judge pressed his lips.
He naturally understood the family's current situation.
Refused Government's demand. Let CP0 die here. In Government's view—obviously already a war signal.
Judge felt very depressed. What exactly was Government up to! Having that Vegapunk guy—how could scientific manpower shortage still occur?
His lifelong dream—revive Vinsmoke Family's glory. Reconquer entire North Blue.
Being conscripted by Government as scientist—dream would shatter.
But now standing opposite Government—opposing the World Government that ruled the world eight hundred years—dream probably equally distant.
"I'm also quite troubled. Government's conducting research I greatly dislike. But insufficient manpower—so they wanted to conscript Judge-san."
Brett sighed. "This time—though timely stopped their actions—what about next time? Next time Government directly dispatches Headquarters Admirals capturing Judge-san?"
"I can't always stay here."
Judge froze briefly. Ominous premonition arose in his heart. "Brett-san—what do you mean?"
"So, my meaning is—"
Brett said calmly. "Judge-san—afterward come with me to Fish-Man Island. There—World Government can't interfere with you."
Judge absolutely couldn't be left to Government.
Though brains far inferior to Vegapunk—this guy similarly had high Lineage Factor achievements. Technical strength far exceeded Queen. Maybe even Caesar wasn't as good as him.
Brett neither wanted to see Fish-Man transformation experiments continue—nor wanted to see him create troublesome things for Government.
So simply pack this guy away.
Anyway—just trash casually conducting human experiments, arbitrarily provoking wars.
Rather—bringing him to Fish-Man Island guaranteed his personal safety.
Himself—truly too considerate.
Well—though saying so somewhat shameless—currently seemed no better choice.
"Eh!"
Brett felt himself considerate. But Judge didn't. His pupils contracted. Body retreated backward.
"You're joking!!"