Chapter 8: What follows

Where did the rumors of the Golden Underground Palace come from?

I am afraid that no one can answer this question, after all, no one will have the leisure to trace the authenticity and origin of folklore.

But if it comes to how the mysterious treasure map incident is stirred up, and how the Golden Dungeon has changed from a fairy tale that no one cares about to a treasure in the eyes of the big guys, then these questions can now be answered in this small room.

"Since the theft of this treasure map from the hands of world government officials, we have successfully used various means to expand the credibility of the legend of the 'Golden Underground Palace', but it is too dangerous to continue to keep this map in our hands in the current situation."

Jermaine's tone was softened, not in the slightest for the secret treasure at his fingertips.

As the initiator of this turmoil, although Jermaine ostensibly helped the Snoopy royal family form an alliance with them, in fact, he had no intention of advancing and retreating with them.

- All the mafias in the West Sea are targets of the Resistance, so how can they possibly become colleagues with potential partners of the Osiris family?

"Vito, the eldest son of the Osiris family, has landed on the island and taken Douglas's place in charge of everything, and if this information can be confirmed, it will be good news for us."

Jermaine habitually touched the brim of his hat and continued

"This eldest prince is direct, hot-tempered, and easily provoked, and when he joins forces with the Snoopy royal family, it will give this unstable alliance a stupid principal."

"At that time, the shadows we planted in advance among the pirates in the country of flowers will be the best time to attack. As long as we find the right opportunity, it is easy to provoke a fight between the two sides, and this treasure map will be the best bait. ”

Twilight: "But young master, our current strength is still very limited, if we really encounter a 'big fish', I'm afraid we will be swallowed by the other party with the bait..."

"You're right, so now it's time to throw this hot potato into the whirlpool."

Jermaine nodded, then pulled a knife out of his bosom.

… Even if it is a secret treasure made of the skin of a thousand-year-old dragon, after nearly a thousand years of wind and frost, the material of this treasure map is actually far from being as strong as imagined.

Jermaine quickly slashed across the leather with his knife, and the map was cut in half.

Then, he gave one of them to Twilight, telling him to find an opportunity to distribute the treasure map around Peanut Island, and the other half...

"Although I personally think that this is unlikely, if someone can really get the full map and dig up the treasure in this situation, it will not be a good thing for the civilians of the West Sea... Well, let's do it. ”

Jermaine smiled bitterly helplessly, and then... Put the remaining half of the picture against the burning candle!

The bigwigs who were gearing up and eager to try it definitely didn't expect that the goal they were desperately pursuing would be destined to be just a flash in the pan from this moment on

The next day, the plan on Jermaine's side was officially launched.

And in the wealthy area of Peanut Island, Douglas, who has been kicked out of his office, is sitting in the study of his villa, dealing with other troubles.

Douglas: "When will Wright's fleet arrive?" ”

Lily: "Arrive at Peanut Island by tomorrow evening at the latest, President." ”

"Tell them not to rush to the shore on the island first, there is a small reef island called Devil's Rock in the southwest of Peanut Island, let Wright and Hagrid stay there first, only put a small boat, and let Albert report here."

"Understood. In addition, I received news this morning that the pirate navy of the country of flowers seems to be approaching Peanut Island. ”

"Huh? Which one is it? ”

Although it is not surprising that pirates will join in the conflict around the Golden Dungeon, Douglas can't help but pay a little more attention to the famous Flower Country Pirate Legion in the West Sea.

As a powerful pirate nation in the Western Sea, the Land of Flowers has eight elite pirate legions, named in the order of "One Treasure", "Two Treasures", and "Three Treasures".

Among them, the most powerful is the combat unit known as the "Eight Treasures Water Army".

Its twelfth generation of pillars, Green Pepper, once galloped on the great voyage 20 years ago, and the bounty was as high as 500 million!

He was even a match for the legendary One Piece Roger, and although he was eventually defeated by the legendary Vice Admiral "Hero" Karp and returned to the Land of Flowers to live in seclusion, the strength of the Eight Treasures Navy should not be underestimated.

Lily: "The intelligence says that the Flower Country is sending members of the Eight Treasure Water Army this time, but I don't know which cadre is leading it. ”

Douglas: "Keep following up, I'm going to know the results as soon as I can." Except for the Eight Treasures Water Army, what actions do the others have? ”

"The Capone Gang Pirates led by Capenbergi are also currently cruising off the coast of Peanut Island, and it seems that they are also planning to make a move."

"Guy who doesn't learn well..."Douglas moved his fingers, and a card appeared in his palm, "Don't you understand anything after only destroying it once, it's okay, just arrange for people to continue monitoring." ”

"Yes, in addition to the previous mention, the fourth prince Cassio has also landed on the island, and according to reliable information, he seems to have stayed in the country of flowers for a long time." Lily pondered her words for a moment and speculated, "Can we consider it as having a private deal with the Eight Treasure Navy?" ”

"Silver Arm... He's really not the guy who can sit back and watch his family business being robbed by his brother. ”

Personally, Douglas didn't have a bad impression of Cassio. But with the young man's style, his personal senses will not be taken into account.

"Send someone to keep an eye on you, just in case."

"But President, due to the order of Grand Prince Vito, we are currently limited in the manpower we can mobilize on the island, and I am afraid that it will be an attempt to monitor so many targets at the same time."

Reality is not a game, and after being completely hollowed out, Douglas is currently very limited in human resources. Before the arrival of the Cadet Army's companions, the youth briefly fell into an embarrassing situation where no one was available.

"In that case, change your strategy and give up the surveillance of Cassio." Douglas stood up, adjusted his neckline, and then put on his coat, "I'll go and touch it ahead of time on the silver arm." ”

"Yes."

"Focus on monitoring the movements of the Eight Treasures Navy of the Flower Country, and in addition... Take a break from the people who are spying on Capenbeck's movements and go after the guy he met at the company before. ”

"Orug. Jermaine? Lily frowned slightly, she was also a little concerned about the young man who suddenly appeared, but she didn't expect Douglas to value him so much.

"That's right, I have a hunch that he will be the most critical one in this storm."