Chapter 162: Sig's Big Revelation

Pleasure District, Loguetown.

The island was controlled by the rulers of the underworld, and as the king of news, Morgans also had a branch of the World Economic Times here.

At this moment, Sig and his group had arrived outside the World Economic Times branch building.

Sig's identity was no longer that of a nobody.

This formal visit naturally demanded respect, and the branch quickly welcomed Sig and his entourage into the office of the branch editor-in-chief.

The editor-in-chief had stepped out temporarily, and while waiting, Sig casually glanced around the office.

The office was filled with sample issues of the World Economic Times and clippings of major news stories from over the years.

Sig's eyes quickly landed on the newspaper lying on top of the desk.

The newspaper seemed freshly printed, still carrying the scent of ink.

One of the news photos on it immediately caught Sig's attention.

Wasn't this the port of Loguetown, where he had first met the people from the Pleasure District? Had the World Economic Times already captured this moment?

The headline of the news article read: "The Queen of the Pleasure District and the Pirate Mountain Bandit King Return Side by Side."

Just then, the door to the editor-in-chief's office opened, and a middle-aged gentleman in a hat walked in.

He was the editor-in-chief of the World Economic Times branch on this island.

Seeing Sig staring at the freshly printed newspaper, the editor-in-chief's face showed a hint of panic.

"Mr. Sig, this newspaper is just a draft. We haven't finalized it yet, and it's still open for discussion..."

The editor-in-chief was flustered. Writing a news story halfway only to have the subject show up was a bit awkward.

Unexpectedly, Sig nodded and said:

"This news article is quite good."

"However, I personally suggest that if you want to improve it, you could come up with a more eye-catching headline."

"For example: 'Shocking! The Man Behind the Queen of the Pleasure District Emerges!'"

"As for the content, you could hint that the true master of the Pleasure District on this island is actually a mysterious and powerful man."

Sig spoke these words.

The editor-in-chief felt as if he had been struck by enlightenment.

The words coming out of Sig's mouth carried a lot of weight...

The initial draft of the newspaper had been half based on the photo from the port, with the rest filled in by speculation.

But now, what was this? The person involved had personally come forward and confirmed it!

"This... this is truly big news! And the headline Mr. Sig suggested is absolutely brilliant!"

As the editor-in-chief of this branch, he was well-versed in the rules of media dissemination and knew just how attention-grabbing Sig's suggested headline was.

"Mr. Sig, is it really okay to use such a headline?"

The editor-in-chief asked.

"Go ahead and use it," Sig nodded.

His visit here wasn't on a whim.

Since he was going to put on a show with Stussy, he might as well go all out.

First, to deceive the World Government, and second, to build momentum for his future plans.

As for the negative effects of fame...

Sig was no longer a nobody. Once fame started rolling, it was like a snowball—impossible to stop.

In any case, he would eventually shed the identity of the Mountain Bandit King.

"I'm here to deliver a major news story to your newspaper."

"Is Morgans not here? Then bring out his Den Den Mushi. I need to speak with Morgans."

Sig glanced at the editor-in-chief, his presence commanding.

Accompanying him was the Queen of the Pleasure District, who had already revealed her identity.

In terms of status, as fellow rulers of the underworld, she was naturally on equal footing with Morgans, the king of the news world.

The editor-in-chief, who hadn't even warmed his seat, smiled wryly and pulled out Morgans' Den Den Mushi to make the call.

Sig didn't waste time with small talk. After a brief exchange of pleasantries, he got straight to the point:

"Morgans, the reason I'm here is to give you a major news story."

"Oh? What kind of big news? Are you planning to give us an exclusive interview?"

On the other end of the line, Morgans' voice sounded excited.

"Not exactly. I have a lot of explosive information, all of it major news and big secrets."

"However, I'm afraid the impact of this news might be too great, and your newspaper might not dare to publish it."

Sig said.

These words immediately sparked Morgans' curiosity.

As the king of news, he craved all kinds of big stories—the bigger, the better. But he also asked cautiously:

"Is the big news you're talking about related to the World Government? Or perhaps to one of the Emperors of the Sea?"

"Neither," Sig replied softly.

Hearing this, Morgans on the other end of the line immediately grew bolder.

"As a journalist, it is my mission and pursuit to report the truth to the masses. How could I possibly fear the powerful and remain silent?"

"Sig, whatever big secret you have, feel free to share it."

"Then I'll say it..."

Sig's expression was half-smiling, half-serious.

"This matter is related to one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, Hawkeye Mihawk."

"Huh? Does this have something to do with your duel in Loguetown?" Morgans was immediately shocked.

Although the duel in Loguetown was widely known, the specifics of the outcome were still debated.

If Sig was planning to reveal the truth about that duel, it would indeed qualify as major news!

"Well... it does have a little to do with the duel. I'm just afraid your newspaper might not dare to publish it."

Sig said seriously.

"Mr. Sig, please don't question the integrity of us journalists," Morgans replied sternly.

"Alright, then I'll just say it."

Sig's lips curled into a smile.

"Hawkeye Mihawk has a small, single-person boat. He's always sailed the seas on this boat, even crossing the Calm Belt."

"So here's the question."

"Hawkeye's boat has no oars, and there's no one else on board. What does he use as the power source to sail the seas?"

Sig posed the question.

".....No oars? Then... does he rely on the waves?" Morgans sounded confused.

"No, I can tell you that Hawkeye has crossed the Calm Belt alone in that boat. That place has no waves."

"........" Morgans fell silent.

"Let me give you another hint. Although Hawkeye has no oars, he does have a very large black sword..."

"So, do you dare to publish this?"

On the other end of the line, Morgans was speechless.

The Seven Warlords were lawless individuals, and provoking them would not end well.

Especially someone like Hawkeye Mihawk.

If they really published such a story, the World Economic Times headquarters might be reduced to rubble by Hawkeye in a matter of days.

"I'm not forcing you to publish such explosive news. I just want to show you that I have a lot of explosive material."

Sig smiled faintly.

As for this kind of explosive information about Hawkeye, Sig was only mentioning it verbally. He didn't actually plan to expose it.

If it were really exposed, he'd probably have Hawkeye knocking on his door again.