Chapter 163 Shock! Doflamingo's real face!

Through the Den Den Mushi, Sig and Morgans engaged in a deep discussion.

Sig knew a lot of things, but most of the secrets he was aware of involved major figures.

Revealing them recklessly, like the explosive information about Hawkeye, would be suicidal.

Therefore, what Sig needed to do wasn't to continue dropping bombshells but to reveal information that was less dangerous yet still highly intriguing.

On the other end of the line, Morgans grew increasingly silent.

The major news stories he had been seeking were now pouring out from the man on the other side of the Den Den Mushi, leaving him somewhat unnerved.

As a giant in the news industry and a ruler of the underworld, Morgans had an extensive intelligence network. Yet, everything Sig mentioned left him utterly shocked.

"You're saying you want to become a columnist for the World Economic Times, and have our newspaper dedicate a section to your explosive revelations or other articles?"

Morgans pondered for a moment but ultimately shook his head, rejecting Sig's proposal.

"The World Economic Times is a serious, world-class newspaper. Your revelations are more akin to unverified rumors, gossip, and tabloid news... This doesn't align with the positioning of our newspaper. I must decline. However..."

"Perhaps we can explore another form of collaboration..."

Morgans thought for a moment.

With his journalistic instincts, Morgans knew just how sensational Sig's news was, making it hard to refuse cooperation.

But if they were to collaborate... the risks were too great, and it could backfire.

Thus, he proposed a compromise:

"We can collaborate under your name to create a new special edition."

"You provide the content."

"We, the World Economic Times, will handle sales, distribution, and channels."

"We'll split the profits fifty-fifty. How does that sound?"

"Not a bad proposal," Sig nodded with satisfaction.

This sounded even more reliable than becoming a columnist or something similar.

It not only connected him with Morgans but also helped establish the special edition's brand.

Profit was secondary.

In this world, newspapers cost 100 berries each—practically a bargain. To amass 100 million berries, they'd have to sell millions of copies.

"I've already thought of a name. Let's call it Tieba Tabloid," Sig said.

After some discussion, the two sides finalized the details of their collaboration.

The Tieba Tabloid would primarily be handled by the World Economic Times branch on this island.

To this end, the branch even established a new department.

The Shocking News Department.

A few hours later.

The inaugural issue of the Tieba Tabloid was freshly printed.

When the branch editor-in-chief saw the sample issue, cold sweat immediately broke out on his forehead.

"Mr. Sig, are you serious about this?"

"Of course, I'm serious," Sig smiled faintly, patting the middle-aged gentleman on the shoulder.

"Don't worry. I'll take full responsibility for the consequences of this newspaper's release. I've already discussed it with Morgans, so you don't need to worry."

"Your World Economic Times won't have to fear any threats from that guy, Donquixote Doflamingo."

"If anything happens, come to me."

Sig spoke nonchalantly, as if he didn't care about Doflamingo at all.

The first issue of the Tieba Tabloid was no small matter. Sig needed a bombshell to make a splash.

Back in Loguetown, the moment Sig mentioned the Celestial Dragons' national treasure and Another Piece, his conflict with Doflamingo had become irreconcilable, destined to end in a fight to the death.

Even if Sig didn't release this newspaper and begged for forgiveness in front of Doflamingo, there was no chance of reconciliation. Since they were bound to clash sooner or later, why not test the waters now?

Sig wasn't afraid at all.

.........

The next day.

News Coos spread across the world, delivering the day's newspapers to every corner.

On this day, the World Economic Times featured an eye-catching headline.

"Shocking! The Man Behind the Queen of the Pleasure District"

"What? The Queen of the Pleasure District actually has a man behind her? This is blatant objectification. Reading this, my tears are flowing uncontrollably..."

"Huh? The true master of the Pleasure District is actually Sig, who's been making waves recently?"

"When did he quietly take control of the Pleasure District..."

"So he's the mastermind behind the Pleasure District! This man is no ordinary figure!"

This news deeply moved many people.

But then, they noticed that the News Coo was carrying another small newspaper.

"Tieba Tabloid? What a strange name. Such a small newspaper still costs 100 berries?"

The Tieba Tabloid was a small publication with limited content.

But when people saw the headline on the front page, they were instantly captivated.

"Shocking! The True Face of the Heavenly Yaksha, Donquixote Doflamingo, is Actually..."

"What kind of newspaper is this, daring to write about Doflamingo?"

"Could someone be trying to expose JOKER's identity?"

In the Grand Line, some individuals who knew the inside story frowned as they held the newspaper.

Doflamingo was known as JOKER in the underworld, secretly involved in numerous illegal underground transactions.

After seeing this sensational headline, countless people eagerly bought the newspaper and started reading.

The content beneath the headline, however, was far beyond their expectations.

"As we all know, the Heavenly Yaksha, Donquixote Doflamingo, often wears red sunglasses, a pink feathered coat, paired with cropped pants and pointed shoes, making him the most eye-catching figure in any crowd."

"So here's the question: Doflamingo always seems to wear those sunglasses. No one has ever seen his true face beneath them."

"What's the secret behind this? Is it a distortion of human nature? Or a collapse of morality?"

When people read this, many were left speechless.

Some with short tempers immediately crumpled the newspaper in their hands.

"What kind of nonsense is this? Clickbait!"

"They're actually analyzing Doflamingo's appearance? I'm impressed!"

"I really thought someone dared to expose JOKER's true identity..."

"Just a trashy newspaper seeking attention."

Many were deeply disappointed and ready to throw the newspaper away.

But at that moment, a nagging curiosity crept into their minds.

Yeah.

Why does Doflamingo always wear those sunglasses? No one has ever seen his true face.

Since they'd already bought the damn newspaper, they might as well finish reading the article. It wouldn't take much time...

They unfolded the crumpled newspaper and continued reading.

"According to an anonymous source, he has seen Doflamingo's true face and provided our reporters with a hand-drawn portrait..."

At the bottom of the article was a portrait.