"Indeed, that's right.
But don't say I didn't warn you; if you fail, the consequences will be dire."
"Hmph, I won't fail."
Wayne smiled and shook his head, taking out a Transponder Snail and waving it at Bullet: "You don't mind if I take a photo, do you?"
"What do you want to take photos for?"
"Without photos, how would the media know that you got the pluton blueprint from me?"
Bullet nodded, half-understanding, then looked at Wayne with searching eyes: "So, what is your true purpose?"
"Hahaha, perhaps the current Grand Line is too dull; I just want to watch the fun."
"Oh, and if you don't mind, you can go to Enies Lobby and wait for the Marines to arrive."
"Why Enies Lobby?"
Wayne shrugged: "Because that's the World Government's most famous base apart from Mariejois; even without you, I might have destroyed that place out of boredom."
At this moment, Bullet understood that this guy was a lunatic, because only a lunatic would do such a thing.
"Alright, I agree."
"Oh, regarding the pluton blueprint, I still have some things to say…"
World Economic Journal.
"President, something big has happened! Devil's Heir Bullet secretly met with the most evil criminal in history, Wade! Witnesses claim Bullet obtained the blueprint for the ancient weapon Pluton from Wade!"
"What?!"
Morgans shot up from his seat, snatching the photos and on-site description from the editor's hand, a report taken and written by a new reporter named Wayne.
The content was simple: Bullet obtained the pluton blueprint from Wade and claimed that if no one stopped him, he would make the pluton blueprint public at Enies Lobby.
"Big news, this is big news!" Morgans paced back and forth excitedly, shouting: "Quick, just touch up this article and print it immediately! I want everyone to know this news as soon as possible."
Morgans took a breath and added: "Oh! That new reporter! His name is Wayne, right?"
"Give him a bonus! The highest-tier scoop bonus! And ask him if he's interested in joining our World Economic Journal? We can't let go of such talent!"
"Yes, President!"
The Next Day.
As the first rays of morning sun shone upon the Grand Line, newspapers from the World Economic Journal fell like snowflakes to all corners of the world.
Main Headline: Shocking Deal! Devil's Heir and the Most Evil Criminal in History Hold Secret Meeting, Intending to Overthrow the World!
Sub-headline: Bullet Acquires pluton blueprint, Threatens to Make It Public at Enies Lobby.
Illustration: Bullet receives a parchment from "Wade," a wicked smile on his face.
This news instantly ignited the entire world; Mariejois was furious! Marineford was in an uproar!
Pirates and ambitious individuals alike turned their attention to Enies Lobby; no matter what Bullet and "Wade" wanted to do, they only knew that the legendary ancient weapon Pluton, capable of sinking an island with a single shot, was about to be made public.
Although it was just a blueprint, it meant that anyone with the pluton blueprint had a chance to obtain Pluton. Who could resist such temptation?
Grand Line, Alabasta.
Seven Warlords of the Sea Crocodile looked at the report, his hands trembling uncontrollably, feeling his conviction shatter.
Ever since his devastating defeat to Whitebeard, he had been pondering how to get revenge and regain his honor, but after witnessing Whitebeard's power, he no longer hoped to defeat Whitebeard with brute strength.
Therefore, he could only set his sights on the ancient weapon Pluton.
He believed that as long as he obtained Pluton, he could wipe away his past disgrace and destroy everything Whitebeard held dear.
For this, he didn't hesitate to join the highly controversial Seven Warlords of the Sea, risking public scorn, solely to search for Pluton without distractions.
Just after Roger's death, he learned from an ancient ruin that Pluton was very likely hidden somewhere in Alabasta, so he resolved that no matter what difficulties he encountered, he would find it.
However, he had just formulated his Utopia plan and was about to embark on his grand scheme.
And you're telling me the pluton blueprint is about to be made public?
Bang~
Crocodile overturned his desk, which was covered in plans, his chest heaving, and finally uttered a name.
"Bullet…"
He had fought Bullet before, with no clear victor, but he knew very well that Bullet's strength was not to be underestimated, and forcibly taking it from him was impossible.
After a brief thought, Crocodile decisively changed his target; he would go to Enies Lobby first. Regardless of whether there was an opportunity, he had to try.
Marineford.
Kong sat at the head of the table, surveying the grim-faced generals in the office: the current Admiral Sengoku, Vice Admiral Tsuru, Garp, and several core Vice Admirals.
"You've all seen the newspaper. The intelligence department has verified it, and the content is largely true. What are your thoughts on this?"
"We must stop him!"
Vice Admiral Sakazuki suddenly stood up, his fists clenched. "We absolutely cannot let the pluton blueprint fall into the Grand Line! Otherwise, this Grand Line will never know peace!"
"I propose we immediately launch the highest-level Buster Call! It would be best to find him before he reaches Enies Lobby, and we must completely eliminate this threat in its infancy!"
Kong nodded, saying nothing, his gaze turning to Sengoku: "What are your thoughts?"
"I agree with Sakazuki's opinion."
Kong's gaze swept over the others.
"Seconded."
Vice Admiral Borsalino pushed up his sunglasses, his tone carrying a rare hint of seriousness: "Oh my~ how troublesome… but, it seems there's no other way~"
Vice Admiral Kuzan stood with his arms crossed, his brows furrowed, but ultimately said in a deep voice: "Agreed."
The other Vice Admirals also voiced their opinions: "No objection!" "Agreed!"
Mariejois.
After listening to Kong's report, Saint Saturn hummed a few times and then hung up the phone, looking at the other Gorosei members.
"Wade is indeed making moves again. I really don't know what he's thinking, to give such a precious thing to Bullet?"
Saint Nusjuro said calmly: "Don't judge a madman with the eyes of an ordinary person. Isn't his purpose in doing this obvious? He just wants to throw the Grand Line into chaos."
Saint Warcury nodded: "Exactly. Moreover, I suspect the blueprint he gave to Bullet is very likely fake, and his purpose is to divert attention and conceal his ulterior motives."
"I believe the Navy has the ability to deal with Bullet. The key to this is Wade."
Saint Saturn sighed: "Let's take it one step at a time. Now I actually hope he comes to Mariejois again."
"With Imu-sama here, he won't be able to escape even if he tries."