Plan, Fish-Man Street!

Kaos and Imu were waiting for the interrogation for intelligence.

Soon.

Stussy returned to Kaos's side and whispered her report.

"Your Highness, the interrogation is almost done. According to their descriptions, they planned to take a detour from here to raid the front line of an empire. They didn't expect to encounter us."

"As for the location of the empire, we now know it."

"In addition, there are some strong warriors in this empire. Two generals, one named Esdeath and the other named Budo, are said to possess powerful Teigu, and their strength is terrifying."

"From what I know so far, the empire is the strongest force. Besides the empire, there is another kingdom nearby, but it is much weaker in comparison."

Hearing this, Kaos frowned.

This information was already known to him.

What he wanted to discern now was whether the plot would begin soon.

Moreover, he wondered if the acquisition of the source would function as it did in the zombie world—primarily through characters or items.

After all, this world was distinct from the zombie world.

Some Teigu in this world might also contain origins.

But after a moment of thought, Kaos shook his head.

"Forget it, whether the plot starts or not doesn't matter."

This world differed significantly from the zombie world.

In the zombie world, the risk of infection necessitated careful, slow advancement. Progress required caution every step of the way.

But in this world, without the threat of viruses, such restraint wasn't necessary.

With this in mind, Kaos said in a deep voice,

"I see. Let Momousagi prepare to lead the march on the nearby kingdom. Take it over..."

Stussy nodded and immediately left to convey Kaos's orders to Momousagi.

Afterward, Kaos surveyed the world once more before departing, returning to the world of pirates.

On a luxury cruise ship.

Feeling the sluggish pace of the cruise, Kaos couldn't help but feel helpless.

"In the future, we must build more airports. Otherwise, traveling to any place at this speed will waste a month each time."

These were the inconveniences he faced while crossing the seas.

Every destination required days due to the slow speed of sailing.

Although the current World Government had absorbed the technology of the zombie world, it would take time to fully utilize and implement it.

Establishing airports, defending against pirate attacks, and choosing suitable locations all required deliberation.

Fortunately, Kaos was a patient man.

With little else to occupy his time, he would read to acquire knowledge or occasionally spar with Imu to refine his combat experience.

On this day.

Deep in the sea at Fish-Man Island, the news of Fisher Tiger's death finally reached them.

Since seagulls couldn't bring newspapers, travelers delivered the news instead. Through these visitors, Fish-Man Island learned about events in the wider world.

When the inhabitants of Fish-Man Island learned of Tiger's death, the entire island was thrown into turmoil.

Especially at Fish-Man Street.

The Fish-Men here, many of whom idolized Tiger, were plunged into grief and rage.

"Humans again, humans! Those despicable creatures deserve to die!" Arlong roared, crushing the newspaper in his hand, exuding a menacing aura as fury consumed him.

Nearby, other Fish-Men shared his anger, their eyes bloodshot.

"They enslaved us in the past, and now they've killed Big Brother Tiger! These humans, who are clearly an inferior race, treat us like this!"

"Boss Arlong, what do we do now?"

"Are we just going to sit back and do nothing after Boss Tiger's death?"

The Fish-Men's shouts were filled with rage.

Arlong remained silent, his mind racing.

He wanted to act but didn't know how to proceed.

At this moment, a bandaged Fish-Man spoke in a low voice,

"Boss Arlong, isn't the bigger problem those folks at Ryugu Palace? Big Brother Tiger died at the hands of the Celestial Dragons, yet our princess is still trying to cooperate with them and raise the status of Fish-Man Island."

Hearing this, Arlong's eyes turned blood-red.

"She's delusional!"

"Even now, why does Otohime cling to such impossible dreams? Will she only see reality if all Fish-Men are enslaved?"

The other Fish-Men nodded in agreement, their hearts seething with anger.

The Fish-Men of Fish-Man Street were mostly orphans and bore no respect or affection for Ryugu Palace.

Their hatred for humans was absolute.

Empress Otohime, with her ideals of peace, stood in stark contrast.

In the past, her views were tolerable.

But now, after Tiger's death, the Fish-Men of Fish-Man Street were like a powder keg ready to explode.

The mere mention of Otohime infuriated them.

The bandaged Fish-Man roared,

"She's the princess of Fish-Man Island, but has she ever truly considered our suffering?"

"Not once.

"When we were enslaved, or when our people died outside, did she care? No. Instead, she wastes her time dealing with humans, negotiating with the World Government, and squandering our island's resources to save humans!"

"Can Fish-Man Island have a future under the rule of such people?"

"It would be better if Boss Arlong ruled."

Though spoken in anger, these words lit a spark in Arlong's mind.

Especially now, in his grief and fury over Tiger's death, his thoughts were clouded by ambition.

"If I ruled Fish-Man Island, I could make it thrive," he murmured, the light of ambition shining brighter in his eyes.

Gradually, his resolve deepened.

Arlong raised his head and looked at the Fish-Man Cobia beside him. "Crobio, if I remember correctly, our Majesty Neptune will hold the event in person tomorrow, right?"

"Yes."

"Ho ho ho, good, I see."

Arlong grinned, with a ferocious look in his eyes.

His ambition completely exploded.

With hatred for humanity.

With dissatisfaction with Ryugu Palace.

In his heart, he began to have a decision.

"Since those guys in the Ryugu Palace are useless, and they can't even protect their compatriots, then let them die."

"This country should be ruled by me."

"Under my rule, those damn humans will absolutely submit to the power of the Fish-Men!!"

Arlong roared in his heart.

If Jinbe is here.

Arlong might think about it.

Because Jinbe is very powerful.

Unfortunately, Jinbe is still being held on Mariejois at this moment.

In the eyes of Arlong, he is the strongest existence.

On Fish-Man Island, no one is his opponent.

And no one can stand in his way of ruling Fish-Man Island.

When the time comes, Fish-Man Island will be brilliant under his leadership.

The more he thought about it, the more excited Arlong became. He stood up and waved his hand, and glanced at the bandaged Fish-Man appreciatively. "You're nice, what's your name?"

"Boss Arlong, my name is Maka."

"Maka?"

Arlong felt that this Fish-Man was a little strange, as if it was the first time he had met him, but it was not important, because of what the other party said, at the moment Arlong felt that this Fish-Man looked very pleasing to the eye, so he invited him. "Would you like to join me?"

Hearing this, Maka suddenly said excitedly. "Of course, I am very willing."

Seeing this, Arlong laughed with satisfaction. "Hahaha, very good, don't worry, follow me, I will never let human beings oppress our compatriots again!!"

"Go, find a place, there are some things I want to discuss with you."

"Okay, Boss Arlong."

Between words.

Arlong led his men towards the depths of Fish-Man Street.

The night was getting dark.

The bandaged Fish-Man left Arlong, came to a room in a dark corner, and immediately took out a Den Den Mushi.

Soon.

The Den Den Mushi was dialed.

"Gladius, for you to call me at this time, is there any good news?"

Heard the words.

The Fish-Man said as he untied his bandages, washed off the camouflage on his body, and revealed his human face. "Young master, just as you said, these Fish-Men are really idiots."

He is Doflamingo's subordinate.

Just joined for a year.

But also relying on his fairly good strength, and his loyalty to Doflamingo, he has become Doflamingo's family.

And this mission was given to him by Doflamingo himself.

Let the Fish-Men island fall into civil unrest!

Let those idiots in Fish-Man Street start a war with Ryugu Palace!

"So you succeeded?"

From Den Den Mushi, Doflamingo's voice came.

Gladius nodded. "It's about the same, but the one called Arlong seems to be a little hesitant, a little lacking in courage, and seems to have a little affection for the Ryugu Palace."

"Hey hey hey hey, what are you going to do?"

"Young master, I need a group of people to help me. He is just a little hesitant, but once Neptune is dead, I don't think he will hesitate."

"Chachacha, do you want to further stimulate the other party's ambition? It's a good plan, I know, yes, I will send a group of people to help you, but Neptune can die, but Otohime can't die, you know what I mean?"

"I know." Gladius nodded respectfully.

Then he said some more words.

End the call.

Gladius took a deep breath, looked through the gap in the window at the Fish-Men with hatred on their faces in the distance, and a disdainful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

Especially thinking of some Fish-Man-related concepts that Arlong instilled in him after he and Arlong left.

The perfect race.

Crippled humans.

How ridiculous?

Although this is Gladius' first contact with Fish-Men.

But not long after the first contact, Gladius has already confirmed one thing.

"The Fish-Men in Fish-Man Street are all idiots!!"

"It's an honor for these idiots to contribute to the young master's plan."

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