Becoming a winner in life starts with becoming a shadow

Chapter 129: Planning the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

"Boss, this pirate group is very mysterious, as if it suddenly appeared in the East China Sea. In addition, according to the news from the uncertain gossip, Captain Cid easily defeated the colonel of the Navy Headquarters who guarded the East China Sea Rogge Town, the 'White Hunter' Smoker who has the ability of the natural smoke fruit. The Admiral Aokiji from the Navy Headquarters came out to say hello and raised the initial bounty to 100 million Baileys." Nico Robin's ability to collect intelligence is still quite good.

"Is there no information about the woman who uses lightning?" Crocodile asked with a frown.

"I asked, but apart from the name Zeta, and the half-beast animal form, there is no other information. According to my speculation, the other party is very likely to be a rare mythical beast ability user recorded in the devil fruit illustration book." Nico Robin said after thinking for a while.

"Animal mythical beasts. Is there any whereabouts of them?" Crocodile continued to ask.

"I heard from the survivors that they were heading to Gaya Island, and they seemed to be planning to rob the Magic Valley Town. But whether it was true or not is unknown." Nico Robin replied indifferently.

"Magic Valley Town" Crocodile breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this, because he was really a little afraid that the other party would come to Alabasta.

Crocodile was unwilling to provoke this pirate group whose details were unclear when the "Utopia" operation plan entered a critical period.

"Boss, then we..." Nico Robin was interrupted by Crocodile just when she said this.

"Spread the news we got to outsiders, and then keep a close eye on this pirate group. As for Whiskey Peak, you can just mobilize some manpower and a small amount of supplies. The work agency does not support idle people. If you can't survive, then die." Crocodile said immediately.

Crocodile didn't care about the heavy casualties of his men. If it wasn't for the need to keep the Whiskey Peak and not cut off the source of funds, he didn't want to deal with these rubbish at all and just let them fend for themselves.

But a base of Baroque Works was severely damaged for no reason, and Crocodile didn't intend to remain silent. Although he would not personally come forward to seek redress, he would not do nothing.

"I understand!" Nico Robin said and turned away.

Two days later, two new bounties were sent to the world by the messenger gulls along with the news about Whiskey Peak.

'Masked Rider' Cid, bounty of 120 million berries, regardless of life or death.

'Mad Thunder' Zeta, bounty of 80 million berries, regardless of life or death.

Such a small episode, except for attracting the attention of a very small number of people around the world, basically did not cause any waves.

On the Grand Line, many people were paying attention to the Masked Pirates. After all, Captain Cid's first bounty was over 100 million, and it was the admiral of the navy who came out to greet him. After the news spread, many people were very surprised.

In addition to the more than half massacre at Whiskey Peak, it was revealed that there was a suspected animal-type mythical beast ability user in the Masked Pirates, which was said to be rarer than the natural type. Many people's attention to the Masked Pirates continued to increase.

Of course, these had no effect on Reed and his party who were sailing.

Reed and his party also saw the new bounty order, and the only one who had a reaction was probably Delta.

"Karina, how long will it take us to get to Gaya Island?" Delta asked after seeing Zeta's bounty order.

"Sister Delta, this cross-route voyage will probably take at least half a month, and this is just a preliminary estimate. After all, you can see on the map that the straight-line distance between Gaya Island and Whiskey Peak is indeed very far." Karina explained patiently.

"Delta, don't bother Karina. Anyway, you will be the main force for hunting after we arrive." Li De calmed Delta's emotions.

"Boss, that's a deal." Delta replied immediately.

"I will let others help you guard the surrounding area of ​​Magic Valley Town at that time." Li De said slowly.

"I like Boss the most." After hearing this, Delta's tail swung up immediately.

Half a month passed quickly in the relatively boring voyage, and the island finally appeared on the vast sea.

"Finally arrived!" Standing at the bow, Li De couldn't help but say excitedly.

"Yes, we finally saw land." Claire said happily.

You know, it was the first time for Li De and his party to sail on the sea for 17 days, and they had been eager to see land.

"Boss, can we start hunting after docking?" Delta asked impatiently, after all, she was almost going crazy for these 17 days.

"Okay, except for the staff of the shops in the town, no one else will be left alive." Li De gave the order directly.

Anyway, the lawless area of ​​Mogu Town is not a place where normal people would come, so there is no need to worry about accidental injury or killing.

However, when the Pure White Knight got closer to Gaya Island, Li De showed a surprised look.

"Sid, what's wrong?" Claire noticed the slight change in Li De's face at the first time.

"There are actually several relatively powerful auras on this island." Li De said.

"Boss, I don't feel the existence of powerful prey, they are all ordinary!" Delta said after a pause.

"Stupid dog, the master is talking about relatively strong. The aura that can make you feel strong must be at least the level of a senior vice admiral or even a navy admiral." Zeta immediately mocked.

"Stinky cat, what did you say, do you want to fight?" Delta immediately yelled.

"I don't want to, go find the weak chickens on the island to vent your dissatisfaction! Master, I'll go to the back of Magic Valley Town to guard." After saying that, Zeta turned into a flash of lightning and disappeared on the ship in an instant.

"Master, is there anything wrong with these relatively strong auras?" Beta on the side asked.

"I hope I'm overthinking!" Li De shook his head, because he really couldn't be sure if there was anything fishy.

You know, according to the plot of the original work, before the arrival of the Straw Hat Pirates and the Blackbeard Pirates, the 55 million "Hyena" Bellamy was already a big shot in Magic Valley Town.

And if the several powerful auras on the island at this moment are measured by bounty, then 55 million can't be defeated.

"Master, do these people need special treatment?" Ipsilon asked immediately.

"Let's put it this way. Except for those who claim to be the World Government or the Navy, all others will be treated equally." Li De said after thinking for a while.

"Captain, your previous layout will not be related to the Seven Warlords of the Sea, right?" Kalina on the side suddenly asked.

Looking at Kalina, Li De was still a little surprised.

After all, he had not told anyone about this matter.

"Really!" Seeing Li De's expression change, Kalina's eyes lit up.

"Why do you think so?" Li De asked Kalina.

"The main reason is that along the way, the captain gave me the impression that he was not the kind of person who did things without purpose. So I have been thinking about whether you invited Hawkeye to drink and easily let the White Hunter of Rogue Town go because you were afraid or had a purpose." Kalina didn't hide it at this moment.

After all, Li De's every move has a great impact on her. If Li De makes too much trouble, it is still unclear whether Kalina dares to leave the Masked Pirates after the six-month agreement expires.

Therefore, Kalina has been trying to figure out Li De's various actions and the intentions behind them.

Then, after a little comparison, it is not difficult to find that Li De is obviously friendly to the people of the World Government, but he seems very casual to others.

After all, if the attitude is consistent, there will be no casualties on Whiskey Peak.

Kalina knows that Li De and his team have the strength to take down Whiskey Peak without injury. Apart from other things, the domineering color domineering alone is enough to sweep the entire island.     Although Kalina has not awakened domineering yet, she usually has a sweet mouth and has obtained relevant knowledge about domineering from Delta, Ipsilon and others.

Because she knew the types of Haki and the effects of various Haki, and had experienced them herself, Kalina knew how powerful her captain and other temporary companions were.

After hearing Kalina's answer, Li De immediately laughed and said, "I do have such a plan."

Because Kalina was right, whether it was Mihawk or Smoker, they were actually his plans.

Although Li De volunteered to invite Mihawk to drink, he didn't necessarily have to invite him to drink the defective products of the divine wine. In fact, high-end red wine would be enough.

Li De did this for one reason, that is, he hoped that Mihawk would say a word for him when Sengoku came forward to preside over the selection of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

Although Li De didn't say it clearly when he drank with Mihawk, according to the original plot, after Crocodile was defeated, Mihawk participated in the selection meeting of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

At that time, even if he recommended himself, that glass of wine would be worth it.

As for Smoker, showing a friendly attitude towards the navy would help to dominate Sengoku's bias.

Although Sengoku's attitude towards who should be the Seven Warlords of the Sea is similar, when choosing the tallest among the short ones, why should he choose the one who is extremely vicious instead of someone who is a little better to the Navy?

Given the relationship between Smoker and Kuzan, as long as he does not hide it, the Navy's top brass will definitely be able to see Reed's attitude.

Of course, these arrangements may not be useful, but Reed has not lost anything.

Just do it casually, if it works, wouldn't it be better?

As for why Reed wants to get a place in the Seven Warlords of the Sea, it is because participating in the war with this identity is much better than participating in the war with pirates or some mysterious figures.

Don't forget that the war on the top is a joint effort between the Navy and the Seven Warlords of the Sea against the Whitebeard Pirates.

With the identity of a friendly army, when Reed is trying to kill Teach later, he may be able to ask the Navy to help.

And even if the Navy is watching the battle, it is better than intervening to hinder Reed from completing his mission.

So for Reed, the identity of the Seven Warlords of the Sea is very necessary.

"But Captain, there is no vacancy in the Seven Warlords of the Sea at present!" Kalina asked curiously, looking at Li De.

"No, actually there is!" Li De shook his head and said.

"Did the Pirate Queen really die?" Kalina said with wide eyes.

As for why she said this, it was because almost a year ago, Morgans reported the news of two Seven Warlords of the Sea and was punished by the Five Elders.

Then Morgause released a supplementary report, one to clarify that the news of the suspected death of the Pirate Queen was a rumor, and the other was that Gekko Moriah died at the hands of the Navy Admiral candidate 'Momoto Rabbit' Gion because he violated the taboo of the World Government.

After Gekko Moriah's death, Edward Weeble, who served as a member of the Seven Warlords of the Sea in the original work, was invited by the World Government to become a new member of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, replacing Gekko Moriah.

There is no need to think about it. The Navy must be opposed to this appointment. Who said that Zephyr has such a great influence in the Navy?

But when it comes to the existence of the Seven Warlords of the Sea system, the Five Elders will definitely not give in.

In addition, the Seven Warlords of the Sea belong to the World Government and have no direct relationship with the Navy. Therefore, even if Sengoku opposes it, as long as Steel Bone Sora does not come forward to express his position, it is impossible to shake the decision of the Five Elders.

Don't look at Edward Weeble cutting off Zephyr's hand and killing a ship of cadre candidates in the elite training camp.

But in fact, he is definitely not the only one who killed navy personnel among the Seven Warlords of the Sea. Don't forget that Hawkeye Mihawk's title is "Navy Hunter"!

Why was Mihawk not condemned like this, but Edward Weeble was condemned? Isn't it because he cut off one of Zephyr's hands?

So even if they are both navy, there are still differences in closeness.

In fact, the Five Elders chose Edward Weeble out of helplessness.

Because there are many powerful pirates in the pirate world, but there are not many willing to serve as the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

Look at the people who served before, they all have their own reasons.

Bartholomew Kuma had to unconditionally agree to any conditions of Jaygolucia Satan for Ginny's daughter Bonnie.

Boa Hancock wanted to protect the Nine Snake Kingdom from becoming a target of hunting by the Celestial Dragons.

Jurakol Mihawk wanted to avoid being hunted by the navy. After all, if he couldn't settle down, he wouldn't have a stable environment to concentrate on studying kendo.

Jinbei was invited because the Five Elders wanted to strengthen the harmony between races, and he also wanted to rescue Arlong and others who were imprisoned in Impel Down.

Crocodile wanted to make trouble in Alabasta. After all, without the skin of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, he would never be able to gain a foothold in Alabasta.

Gekko Moriah wanted revenge, so he was willing to cooperate with any force that could deal with Kaido. It just so happened that the Five Elders had been coveting Wano Country for a long time, and the two sides hit it off.

There is no need to say much about the remaining Donquixote Doflamingo, who has a special identity. And if he doesn't get the identity of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, he can't get rid of the Navy's pursuit.

In other words, the first batch of people who served as the Seven Warlords of the Sea all had something to ask of the World Government.

There are pirates who are willing to lick the World Government without this necessary reason, but in this limited range, there are very few real strong ones.

Rather than saying that the Five Elders have their eyes on Edward Weeble, the Whitebeard II, it would be better to say that the Five Elders have their eyes on Miss Barkin, a remnant of the Rocks Pirates.

This little old lady meets the standards of the Seven Warlords of the Sea in terms of both strength and prestige among pirates.

If it weren't for her, Edward Weeble, who is obviously mentally retarded, would not have been chosen.

As for whether Zephyr defected after Edward Weeble became the Seven Warlords of the Sea, Reed still doesn't know.

At least there is no relevant report in the World Economic News of Morgause.

Of course, this is not important to him.

"Boa Hancock is probably dead, and Morgause's follow-up news is just enough to fool ordinary people." Reed replied slowly.

"In that case, you really have a good chance, Captain." Kalina said with bright eyes when she heard it.

"There are always opportunities. After all, the Seven Warlords of the Sea can also be reduced. But for now, it is most important to make a name for yourself." Reed said, looking in the direction of Gaya Island.

"Boss, I'll go and make a name for you!" After saying that, Delta leaped up, then quickly stepped on the air and rushed towards Gaya Island with Moon Steps.

Beta and Ipsilon followed immediately. After all, Zeta was only responsible for the back of Magic Valley Town, and one person was needed on the left and right to block the fish that slipped through the net.

"Master, I'm going too!" After seeing Beta and Ipsilon set off, Victoria also set off.