Chapter 285: Polusalino: Three Tons of Spirit Stones! I'm out... Sorry, I went to the wrong auction house
As we all know, sea thieves like Whitebeard have basically realized all the material pursuits in life, and for them, the realization of spiritual values is what they care about most in the rest of their lives.
This is also why Whitebeard can be compared to Roger, known as the legendary sea pirate; And BIGMOM and Baibeast, who are keen on fighting for territory, can only be called the reason for the sea pirates - the pursuit of both sides intuitively reflects their level.
As for what Whitebeard pursues spiritually......
In addition to the protection of his family, which everyone in the world knows, Whitebeard's most admirable point is his justice, righteousness, and keeping his promises.
Therefore, Lieutenant General Tsuru came up with such a plan, asking the "NEW Golden Lion Pirates" to put the auction of the Devil Fruit in the territorial waters of the Whitebeard Pirates, and let the Whitebeard Pirates serve as witnesses.
No one will be bored with themselves, and on Whitebeard's territory, he will be auctioned off.
Of course, all of this only exists if Fraser convinces Whitebeard......
……
In that great expedition against the Four Emperors BIGMOM, the 34 islands of Totland, which were originally under the rule of the Charlotte family, were more or less affected by the war - in fact, several islands, including the Charlotte family's stronghold, Cake Island, even disappeared from the map.
But as the saying goes, the disappearance of these islands that represent the rule of the Charlotte family has given the "NEW Golden Lion Pirates" the opportunity to transform the "nations" to the greatest extent - based on the dense fragments of islands and hundreds of semi-permanent ships connected to each other, it integrates trading, auction, entertainment and exchange venues, forming a stunning landscape like the "Pirate Expo".
All this, naturally, is not the "NEW Golden Lion Pirates" who have just returned to the sea, which can do it by themselves, in fact, whether it is the operation of funds, or the way of operation, or even the means of publicity, Fraser has received guidance from a master.
And not just Polusalino, but the people that Polusalino has planted in various parts of the world and at all levels over the years:
The "World Economic News", known as the world's No. 1 media, under the arrangement of President Morgans and Shadow President Huo Minggusheng, helped to publicize overwhelmingly - the front page headlines worth 100 million Baileys were three consecutive issues in one breath;
"JOKER", known as the No. 1 trading giant in the underground world, that is, Doflamingo, personally provided the business method and took the initiative to talk about cooperation, and even handed over some of the monopoly nature of the Sky Island special goods to the "NEW Golden Lion Pirates", the "only strategic partner of the Don Quixote family", who was responsible for the sale in the new world;
Even, Polusalino used a small amount of money from the telephone bug clan, and asked Fraser to provide it to his subordinates on the grounds of "the treasure left by the Admiral of the Golden Lion during his lifetime" as their initial operating funds.
To be honest, under such an arrangement, let alone the current Fraser, even if he is a newcomer to the pirates, he will become a giant.
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"Admiral Yellow Ape, although our NEW Golden Lion Pirates have no intention of being an enemy of the navy, and we will not refuse you to participate in this auction, but you must abide by our rules, from the specific number of participants to all the handling fees, there is no room for negotiation!" …
Fraser is playing a double yellow with Polusalino.
"We can accept a limited number of participants, but the fee is ...... Fraser, are you mistaken about your identity? ”
The slightly flirtatious voice of Polusalino on the other end of the phone is very recognizable, but in the frivolity, it is also mixed with the warning and disdain of many sheep:
"You have to remember that the former master of the Totland Sea was wiped out by our navy, and your former captain, the flying pirate Golden Lion, also died at the hands of our navy!"
I have to say that after so many years of tempering, Fraser has already successfully completed his transformation - his reputation as a sea thief is no longer 80% like he did back then, but he can grasp it to a certain extent.
I saw a trace of gloom flash in his eyes, and said with a cold smile:
"Less scaring people there! General Yellow Ape! Whether it's Lord Admiral or BIGMOM, they've already come to consciousness from the moment they go to sea...... The same goes for me Fraser! ”
"The status of the Four Emperors of the 'NEW Golden Lion Pirates' was not given by your navy, and my name of Fraser's 'Black Knife' was not scared out by you! Either you don't participate in our auctions, or you honestly pay the 30% fee for your navy......"
"It's a big tone!"
"You just say that your navy will not participate! Or do you want to go to war with our new world pirate group? ”
“…… 30% is too much, those two devil fruits, you know they will be auctioned for a sky-high price! Don't overdo it! ”
"That's not something I should be thinking about...... Communicate well with your marshal, General Yellow Ape! ”
After Fraser finished speaking, he immediately hung up the phone, looking like "I don't dick you navy at all".
The members of the Whitebeard Pirates who were watching the whole call between Fraser and Polusalino on the sidelines looked at Fraser at this time, and their eyes completely changed - not only did they take the initiative to come to the door and talk to their father about cooperation, but also they could not give face to Admiral Polusalino so much, at least in terms of courage and momentum, they were indeed worthy of the position of the Four Emperors of BIGMOM.
After finishing the rehearsed call, Fraser turned around and spread his hands helplessly at Whitebeard:
"You can see the situation, Lord Whitebeard, these two top-level superhuman devil fruits, even the navy is ready to move, let alone other forces...... While we at the NEW Golden Lions Pirates are not afraid of any enemies, we do fear that the auction process will be ruined, as this is our most important industry, and our credibility is at stake...... That's why I found you, I'm afraid you're the only person in the world who can guarantee that this auction will go on track. ”
There's no one who doesn't like to hear good words, not even Whitebeard. But if you like to listen to it, Whitebeard will not simply agree to Frazier's request because of his praise:
"Gollum, funny boy!"
Whitebeard sat in his exclusive seat and looked into Fraser's eyes like a noisy child.
"You are a pirate, and the old man is also a pirate, so you should know very well that if you want the old man to agree to your request, it is not enough to be obedient......"...
"I understand that we, the 'NEW Golden Lion Pirates', will hand over 15% of the proceeds from this auction to the Whitebeard Pirates, which is the foundation of our sincerity and friendship between the two sides."
Fraser bowed his head slightly, putting his attitude on the right foot.
Whitebeard didn't say anything immediately, but the "immortal bird" Marco, who was measuring his blood pressure, turned his head to look at Fraser with half-drooping dead fish eyes:
"Fifteen percent of the proceeds of this auction by the 'NEW Golden Lion' Pirates? What an exaggerated gesture, enough to buy several islands in the New World, right? But...... Who is confirmed to be present this time? ”
The higher the benefit, the greater the risk. Compared to his invincible father, Marco needs to assess the risk as much as possible.
"I can only say a lot - Ben Beckman, the vice-captain of the red-haired pirates, confirmed to attend, accompanied by two cadres, Jesus Bu and Dego; His Majesty's Klockdahl of the Seven Martial Seas will attend, and the entourage is unknown for the time being; The naval side will definitely participate, and the person who leads the team, if nothing else, should be Admiral Polusalino; The 'NEW Navy' confirmed its participation, the 'Fallen Navy' Colonel Malvern would attend in person; D. Long hasn't heard back from me yet, but given our cooperation, there shouldn't be any surprises; The Hundred Beast Pirates have confirmed their participation, but it is unclear which disaster it is......"
Because of the slight narrowing of his eyes, Marco's already listless eyes drooped even more, and he swept the blood pressure monitor, frowning slightly, but in an instant, he returned to the state of not being able to lift his spirits for anything, and muttered softly:
"That's quite an exaggerated guest list...... No wonder you've found Daddy, and he's so sincere. ”
After talking to Marco, Fraser looked back at Whitebeard, who finally had a decision to make:
"I'm curious, boy, isn't that superhuman fluttering fruit the ability of that guy in Shiki? As his successor, aren't you tempted? Choosing to put it up for auction? I think you're not a capable person, right? ”
"What about this ......?"
Fraser shrugged, "I don't have any intention of becoming a capable person, Lord Whitebeard, even if it is the ability of Lord Admiral...... As for my subordinates, although they are also followers of the Admiral, I know very well that no one is qualified to inherit this fluttering fruit. ”
"So, auction may be the best way for the most capable and well-resourced people to get it, even if it's a lucky fellow, the Admiral, if he knew about it, he would have approved of my approach."
"Don't you plan to be a capable person?"
Whitebeard looked Fraser up and down meaningfully, then laughed and patted his son on the shoulder:
"Goloooo Fifteen percent? The old man agreed, so let Marco take full responsibility! ”
"However, I really want to see that guy Shiki, knowing that his ability is being auctioned, the expression of goo-la-la-la!"
At the same time, Wano Country.
"I didn't expect that the Devil Fruit, which was once owned by Lingling and Old Man Shiji, would reappear in the world so soon." …
Kaido, who had received the exact news and invitation, was eating and drinking happily at the banquet set up by the black charcoal serpent at this time.
"Soul Fruit! Piao Piao Fruit! If Wano Country can get them, what other forces in the world can be our enemy?"
The ugly-looking black charcoal serpent embraces left and right, salivating over it - both the Golden Lion and BIGMOM, although they are also powerful in their own right, their great fame is inseparable from their respective Devil Fruits.
Quinn, who was at the same table, didn't take it for granted like the big snake, and he said in a deep voice:
"In addition to the Hundred Beast Pirates, that Fraser has openly sent an invitation to the two Four Emperor Pirates, the Redhead and the Whitebeard, and what other revolutionary army, the 'NEW Navy', moreover, the Navy Headquarters and some of the Celestial Dragons have also been invited!"
"The Navy is also interested?"
The Great Snake frowned in some surprise and turned his gaze to the more vocal "Flame Calamity".
Seeing the other party's inquiring gaze, he explained impatiently while enjoying the delicious food:
"Of course, even without the existence of these two top-level devil fruits, the Navy Headquarters will not interfere with the gathering of so many top-level forces."
Glancing at the eldest brother who was feasting, the little brother could carefully make another bold assumption:
"Could it be a conspiracy between Whitebeard and that Fraser? Want to catch us all?"
"Stupid Jack! Please use your brain! ”
Rubbing the position of his temples in annoyance: "Ben Beckman, Polusalino, Marco, Klokdal, plus other major forces, even if Whitebeard is at his peak, he can't eat them in one go, let alone the so-called 'NEW Golden Lion Pirates'!"
As he spoke, he slapped Quinn's big hand with a scabbard, and the second man actually planned to snatch the wine from his table, as if he wanted to snatch the position of the deputy captain.
"In short, it's up to me to come forward this time, firstly, I am the most mobile, and it is convenient to get out in case something really happens."
As he spoke, he snatched the sashimi from Jack's plate that had not yet been opened, and ate it under the other party's extremely aggrieved eyes.
Only then did he contentedly state the second reason:
"The second is Jack and Quinn, two stupid people, maybe something will happen again!"
"What do you say? You bastard! Give me the wine! ”
As the auction time approaches, an island in Whitebeard's territorial waters, which has been chosen as the auction venue, becomes extremely lively.
These days, both first-rate and second-rate forces are frantically spying on intelligence. For the people participating in the auction, for the exhibits, for the possible situation. From the most basic verbal probing to the high-tech installation of listening equipment, all forces are racking their brains to try to gain a lead in intelligence warfare before the auction officially begins.
"I can't imagine that there are such beautiful islands on the territory of the Whitebeard Pirates! Even if you don't get something auctioned, it's not in vain! ”
A spy from the Hundred Beast Pirates disguised as a weapons smuggler was smiling and talking to the next table - to inquire about information is to start with chatting, and if there is a topic, talk about it, and create a topic if not.
It's a pity that he chose to create a topic of interest, a little.
"What are you talking about? The territorial waters of our Whitebeard Pirates are the best in the new world in every sense of the word, from scenery to food! ”
As the captain of the pirates who worked with Marco this time, the "Great Vortex Spider" Skuyad drank the wine in his cup and looked at the weapon dealer with dissatisfaction - no wonder in the original plot of the pirates, he was turned against Sakasky, after all, he was extremely receptive to everything about the Whitebeard Pirates, and once he knew that the facts he recognized were false, he might have been betrayed, then he would inevitably go to extremes.