Chapter 152: Knight of God, Day 6: What's going on between you and Mary Geoise?
Day 6 of God's Knight:
On the other side, Alabasta——————
"Crocodile, you originally followed Wendy Carter just for Pluto, right? Not to mention that her Abigail may not be Pluto... Do you think you can snatch Pluto away from under the noses of Hawkeye and Kizaru?" The person who spoke talked eloquently, with a pigeon standing on his shoulder. The man and the bird stared at Crocodile together.
Crocodile, a cigar dangling from his lips, took a deep breath and slowly exhaled before looking at the other party with a hint of disdain on his face and a tone of deep sarcasm. "And then? Is the World Government going to give me a Pluto?" "Of course not," said Rob Lucci, a member of CP9. He didn't get angry at Crocodile's attitude, but continued with the same expression as before, "But you can enjoy freedom and power... and the opportunity to fight Whitebeard in the future."
"..." Crocodile looked over and narrowed his eyes.
"You wanted to obtain Pluto just to gain the power to defeat Whitebeard, didn't you?" Lucci chuckled. "If that's the case, why go so far?"
As an intelligence agency, CP9 naturally investigated Crocodile. They could fabricate rumors in the newspapers claiming Crocodile fled for love, indirectly weakening Wendy Carter's influence... Otherwise, what could they say? Did Crocodile flee under Wendy Carter's power? That would completely embarrass the World Government.
But they actually knew the real reason - when Crocodile was arrogant, he went to the New World to challenge Whitebeard and was defeated. Since then, he has had a psychological trauma. After retreating to the Paradise Zone, he wanted to defeat Whitebeard and regain his former glory. He felt that in order to defeat such a strong Whitebeard, he must obtain ancient weapons... Then, because he learned that there were clues in the Alabasta Kingdom, he came here and joined the Seven Warlords of the Sea to make it easier to explore here.
Everyone already knew that before he could find Pluto, Wendy Carter came out and broke through his defense to chase him.
Crocodile was completely unconvinced. "What? You want to give me power? Did Vegapunk leave you some android technology?"
"Wendy Carter and the Whitebeard Pirates are actually on good terms, right? In that case, as one of her members, it's difficult for you to take action, right?" Lucci pointed out the problem. "But we're different... There are too many powerful maritime forces in the New World right now, and Whitebeard's title of 'World's Strongest Man' has been around for a while now. He's old, and it's time for him to step down. If we want to take action against the Five Emperors, he's the most suitable person."
The reputation is great enough, but it is already declining, and there is no absolutely convincing and capable successor... No one is more suitable than Whitebeard.
"Really?" Crocodile responded with an ambiguous expression, frowning, his gaze filled with inquiry. "To be honest, the easiest force in the New World to defeat isn't Whitebeard, but Wendy Carter, right? Are you afraid of her?"
Compared to the many people and forces under Whitebeard, Wendy Carter's forces can be described as scattered like stars in the sky, and they can't gather... and there are only a few people stationed there.
Her power can be supported by more external factors.
First, there is no fighting for territory, no plundering, and no money. The main goal is voluntary joining. The three forces of the Four Emperors are all on good terms and there will be no conflicts or disputes.
Secondly, the revolutionary army helps maintain stability in those places that claim to be her territory. If anyone rebels under her name, the revolutionary army will take action.
Third... there is no large-scale encirclement and suppression by the World Government.
"Ms. Wendy's identity is special, and we can't interfere with it." Lucci said lightly, "Anyway, if you are willing to rejoin the Shichibukai and go undercover to provide us with information and secrets about Wendy Carter, we will turn a blind eye to your actions in Alabasta and will not impose any restrictions on you. Feel free to let me know when you have made up your mind."
After he finished speaking, he straightened his hat and turned away.
Crocodile snorted but said nothing.
After he left, his subordinates emerged. Before joining the Eternal Continent Pirates, he formed a secret criminal company called Baroque Studio. Robin was one of his recruits at the time.
There are other members here, but he will not bring his power to the New World - after all, he has not defected to Wendy Carter!
This time when he came back, he naturally returned to the studio, contacted his subordinates, and reorganized the internal affairs.
The person who spoke at this time was Mr. 1 from his studio, Daz Bonis.
"Boss, are you going to agree to them?" Daz Bonis knew Crocodile had followed Wendy because of Pluto. Although he had doubted and worried a bit after reading the newspaper, he ultimately chose to trust Boss! Thankfully, Boss lived up to his expectations!
"Promise what?" Crocodile glanced at him and sneered, "Although Wendy Carter is an infuriating collaborator, the World Government is even worse. In comparison, it's better to cooperate with Wendy Carter."
...Huh? Is this a collaboration? Isn't that a part-time job...
Daz Bonis thought to himself, but he still kept a blank expression on his face and replied, "If we refuse, our actions in Alabasta will be restricted. Should we move to the New World..."
"Are you kidding me? We're going to be Wendy Carter's toy?" Crocodile rolled his eyes, stubbed out his nearly burnt cigar, and made the final decision, "We will first agree to the World Government's demands, and at the same time, we will not be hostile to Wendy Carter."
He wants Pluto, and he also wants freedom and power in Alabasta! He won't give up the secret of Pluto in Alabasta either!
"Yes!" Daz Bonis agreed, but a question began to arise in his heart - he became Wendy Carter's toy in the past... Could it be that the BOSS was used as a toy by Wendy Carter before?
***
Wendy didn't know that her subordinate who had a two-year contract ran away with more than half a year left to run, and was planning to be a double agent.
At this moment, she was following Luo to meet the members of the Heart Pirates. A group of people stood up and watched her nervously - this is the fifth emperor of the New World... although he looks small and cute and you can't tell!
Wendy walked around and talked to everyone. Most of them were so nervous that she just ignored them and skipped to talk to the next person.
When she passed by Bebo, she stared at it for a long time and even hit it. When Bebo looked confused and a little aggrieved, but did not fight back, she judged that it was in the friendly camp, so she changed her mind and touched it twice and pulled away some fur, then walked away.
Luo watched this scene, his expression gradually becoming solemn. It had been so long since he'd seen Miss Wendy that he'd almost forgotten that she was actually a person with very strange words and actions...
Wendy's main purpose for coming here was to put a wooden sign on Luo's submarine. After writing "Luo's Home", she was satisfied.
"I'm going back now. You can come find me when you get to the new world." Wendy stood beside the wooden sign and waved.
"Got it." Luo also waved his hand. After watching Wendy disappear, his expression gradually became serious - a new world...
Originally, he planned to join the Shichibukai and then seek evidence against Doflamingo. However, thanks to Wendy's intervention, he met Kuma and connected with the Revolutionary Army. He learned that, because of Wendy's earlier remarks about Dressrosa, Ryu had been secretly investigating Dressrosa and that they had evidence...
Because his hometown was destroyed by the World Government, and if possible, he doesn't want to cooperate with the Navy... In that case, should he cooperate with the Revolutionary Army?
At the same time, in Dressrosa——
"What a prosperous scene." Aokiji sighed as he looked at the current situation of Dressrosa.
On the surface, Dressrosa truly is a prosperous country. Located in the tropics, it's a holiday destination with splendid sunshine, blooming flowers, and a pleasant climate. The people are warm and friendly, the girls are beautiful, and everyone has a smile on their face. There are even talking and moving toys on the streets...
"Well, it's worthy of being known as the country of love, passion, and toys." Aokiji nodded in agreement, his hands in his pockets. He was dressed casually, with a wreath of flowers around his neck that an enthusiastic girl had just given him. He walked inside, his eyes slightly narrowed. "Next... let me see what secrets are buried under these flowers."
***
Wendy knew nothing about these changes. She returned to the Abigail, and before she could finish telling Hawkeye about her trip, she received a call from Crocodile.
The other party barked a question: "Wendy Carter, what is your relationship with Mary Joa? Do you have any special status?"
Wendy thought about it and said with certainty, "I might be Mary Geoise's little princess!"
Crocodile: […Possibly?]
If she was really Marijoa's little princess, how could she be left adrift? Could it be that Wendy Carter was born with a seemingly abnormal mind and was deemed defective, leading to her being abandoned? — Crocodile speculated.
Wendy nodded, "Yeah, because Shammu said I was, and Shanks said I wasn't."
Hawkeye on the side suddenly looked over and frowned slightly.
[…Who is this Shammu? ]
"He's an imposter, and he claims to be from some knightly order."
[……] Crocodile was silent for a long time, then asked, [Does Hawkeye know about these things?]
"I'm talking to Mihawk." Wendy looked puzzled. "What exactly do you want to ask, Crook?"
"Then I'll call you back later. Let Hawkeye answer the phone." Crocodile said, and then he hung up the phone, completely giving up on trying to communicate. Talking to Wendy Carter was too tiring! Better wait for the translator to come online!
Wendy hung up the phone with a puzzled look on her face, then looked up and met Hawkeye's inquiring gaze.
"What imposter? When did you see Shanks again?"
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