“Even if it’s just information, as long as we can confirm its authenticity, we are willing to pay for it.”
Stussy didn’t feel anything wrong with it. The forces gathered at the Tea Party already encompass the entire Underworld of the New World, and it was normal to search for some rare items through these forces.
But they had never seen the thing in the picture, except for Big Mom who had previously traded a plate with Kaido.
“Mama-hahaha, Kaido, haven’t you already obtained one of these things? Or does it have some special use?”
“You tried it yourself, this stone is indestructible, I want to use it to make the strongest armor!”
He wouldn’t tell the truth in front of these people. Neither pirates nor the Underworld can be trusted, as deceit and treachery are the norm for them.
Either be clever enough not to be swindled by anyone, or powerful enough that no one dared to swindle you.
Arceus’s ability would slowly be exposed over time, but except for a few people, no one could make the connection between the plates and Arceus.
The plates successfully retrieved by Arceus and those scattered outside looked completely different. Except for Arceus himself, nobody could recognize them.
Kaido didn’t mention that Arceus needs it, but he has to show that he values it, so he made up a reason for why he need it.
At first glance, it seemed reasonable. Pirates who value armor are not uncommon. Silver Axe was an example.
As a martial arts practitioner, Kaido’s desire to create the strongest armor does not seem strange, which also justifies him buying them for a high price.
Furthermore, it is reasonable for strong individuals to have their own quirks, so his small collection hobby is quite normal.
“How many of these things are there?”
“I don’t know, but this shape can’t be naturally formed, I also obtained one before, I think there must be other stones, but I have no clue where to find them, that’s why I need to use your channels.”
Kaido’s words were half true and half false, which temporarily prevented these people from noticing any issues, as they were not familiar with the specific details.
“No problem, as long as the price is right, these are all small issues. But Mr. Kaido, I want to borrow a waterway in your territory as it can significantly reduce the distance needed to travel.”
Umit readily agreed, as the people from Underworld were always open for business and wouldn’t turn down a lucrative business opportunity that came knocking on their door. Even Stussy agreed with it.
She was a hidden agent of the World Government, and her job was to collect intelligence. As for other matters, they were not her concern. What she needed to do was to gather suitable intelligence and send it out while ensuring her own safety.
She would take preemptive action to acquire something from others if the right opportunity arose, but only if the opponent’s strength was within her capability. However, a pirate like Kaido is out of her league.
The tea party proceeded without any hitches, and a business consortium known as “Beasts Fruits” was established today. It would act as Beasts Pirates’ front, engaging in lawful business deals.
Although it is not difficult to investigate the mastermind behind it, as long as there is enough profit, the World Government may choose to turn a blind eye to the existence of this gray industry.
As for the underground illegal industry, Beasts Pirates were the best signboard and did not require any preparation for it.
After leaving, Stussy sent the intelligence from the tea party, but it did not attract the attention of the World Government. They had studied this kind of plate before, and even Vegapunk didn’t gain anything from it, so they naturally gave up.
They did have such stones in their hands, but they did not spend more effort to look for such useless things. Only some Celestial Dragons who are enthusiastic collectors were interested in such stones.
Although Vegapunk was curious, he could not tell the use of such stones. For the World Government, it was more practical to find a Lunarian than to search for these stones.
After the tea party ended, they gradually left Whole Cake Island, and it was only at this time that Perospero arrived.
The newly made sweets put Charlotte Linlin in a good mood, so when she saw Perospero arrive, she did not show any anger. Katakuri’s report was that Perospero had already resolved the problem, and he had witnessed it.
“Mama, those people came for the Beasts Pirates. They were remnants of the Organ Dealing Assassination Group. After assassinating one of our merchant fleets, they mixed in and arrived here. Now, they have all been dealt with.”
Without waiting for Charlotte Linlin to inquire, Perospero revealed all the information.
“So they deliberately came here to attack Kaido?”
“Yes, yes.” Looking at Charlotte Linlin’s gloomy expression, Perospero was a little scared, but he forced himself to stay calm. It would be disastrous to show fear in front of Charlotte Linlin, even if he was her son.
“Perospero, you have failed twice, haven’t you?”
After a long time, Charlotte Linlin suddenly said something that made Perospero shiver all over.
“Although the fruit incident and the defense issue have been cleanly dealt with, you still failed,” she said.
“Mama, please listen to me and let me explain!”
“Listen, Perospero. I will give you one last chance. I will provide you with enough troops, and you must take revenge against the remnants of the Organ Dealing Assassination Group. If you fail again…”
“Don’t worry, Mama! I will make sure those guys know the consequences of offending us!”
He knew what Charlotte Linlin meant, and regardless of the reason they acted, attacking on Whole Cake Island was an insult to her, so everything related to this organization was now an enemy of the Big Mom Pirates.
He spoke resolutely because he knew that if these people weren’t dealt with, he would be the one to suffer.
“Go, this is your last chance.”
Charlotte Linlin took the two babies from Zeus with a pleasant countenance, showing no signs of anger. However, Perospero had already set off to prepare the ships and gather information. He knew that he had to handle this situation well to maintain his position as the eldest son.
“Minks seem to be very strong. It seems that Totto Land needs to speed up its expansion, as we still lack many races.”
Although she hadn’t left the Party hall, her Homies were everywhere on the Whole Cake Island, and she knew exactly what was going on. Zeraora’s strength made her feel that Minks were very powerful.
Meanwhile, Arceus and King’s ship was still sailing on their way.