Somewhere in the New World, within a certain country.
In the top-floor office of a funeral company building, Peclo gazed with a grim expression at the peaceful city streets outside the floor-to-ceiling window.
Across the desk, the Shipping King Umit, calmly puffing on a cigar, sat beside a stunning woman, his hand trembling slightly.
"Kaido was really killed?"
After a brief silence, Umit took a deep drag from his cigar, his eyes betraying a hint of despair as he looked at the beautiful woman.
The woman was none other than Stussy, the Queen of Pleasure, who controlled a vast underground intelligence network and was known as the embodiment of beauty and information.
Dressed in a pink dress and a white shawl, the petite and elegant Stussy pulled a Den Den Mushi from her handbag and said softly.
"I have informants within Totto Land. If you don't believe me, you can ask them again right now."
After a brief pause, Stussy continued "It wasn't just Kaido who was executed, but also Charlotte Linlin."
"DAMN IT!"
Upon hearing this, Umit slammed his desk in frustration, then stood up and began pacing back and forth, using anger to mask the fear in his heart.
As the renowned "King of Shipping" in the underworld, Umit had always possessed a stronger resolve than most, but that was only within the scope of what he could control and manage.
Now, the situation had escalated beyond his grasp.
Even as a ruler of the underworld, he was no different from anyone else when faced with greater power and strength.
Most importantly, he never expected the Fleet Admiral of the Marines to act so ruthlessly—executing two of the Emperors of the Sea who ruled the New World without hesitation.
"HOW DARE HE!"
"Those were two Emperors of the New World! Both of them possessed powerful Devil Fruits. How could he just recklessly execute them like that? Doesn't he fear that their Devil Fruits might reappear in the sea and fall into the hands of other pirates?"
After pacing back and forth several times, Umit suddenly stopped and turned to Stussy, his eyes bloodshot, and asked.
"Stussy, has there been any news from the Holy Land?"
Before Stussy could respond, Umit, as if grasping at a lifeline, exclaimed.
"Right! It was because of their orders that Peclo and I stepped forward in the first place. They promised to protect us. Now it's time for them to step in!"
"Give me the Denden Mushi. I'll contact them right now!"
With that, Umit snatched the Denden Mushi from Stussy hands and prepared to make the call.
Seeing this, Stussy didn't stop him but calmly said.
"I've already tried. There's no response."
"No response?"
Umit was furious. "Why is there no response? Are they planning to make Peclo and me the scapegoats?"
"Umit!"
"Enough!"
At that moment, Peclo suddenly stood up, grabbing the massive scythe beside him, his killing intent palpable.
"If you lose your composure now, do you think those high and mighty figures will care about your life or death? What we need to do now is show them our value!"
"Only if we fight back will those two possibly intervene."
"You should know very well that what they want isn't for us to help the Beasts Pirates win this war, but to use this opportunity to weaken both the Beasts Pirates and the Marines. Now that Kaido has been executed, what do you think they're hoping for?"
"Huh?"
Umit pupils slightly contracted.
As the King of Shipping, he had dealt with the Holy Land extensively over the years, especially in transporting the various supplies they required.
Because of this, he had some understanding of the powerful figures in the Holy Land.
The reason he could cooperate with the Holy Land wasn't because they held him in high regard, but because he had the capability. If he were just a small fry, those big shots wouldn't even spare him a glance.
It had always been that way, and it still was.
If he pinned his hopes on those two figures in the Holy Land now, he would undoubtedly be cast aside like trash.
In this situation, he had to first demonstrate his value.
Before, it was for business. Now, it was for survival.
At this thought, Umit eyes hardened and he glared fiercely at Peclo, gritting his teeth as he said.
"Let's fight the Marine to the death!"
Seeing this, Peclo grinned with a bloodthirsty laugh "Haha, now that's the spirit befitting an emperor of the underworld!"
"Immediately mobilize all your resources to purchase weapons. Convert all merchant ships into warships in the shortest time possible."
"I'll handle personnel deployment. The assassin group I've trained over the years isn't just for show!"
"As long as we prepare for war with all our might, I refuse to believe those two from the Holy Land will just sit back and do nothing!"
At this point, Peclo suddenly turned his head to look at the elegant woman sitting calmly beside him, his voice deep and serious.
"Stussy, how long are you going to keep watching from the sidelines? If you still choose to remain neutral now, your ultimate fate might not be any better than ours."
Hearing this, Stussy smiled gracefully, her expression calm as she replied.
"What do you need from me? Intelligence support? Or perhaps a grand farewell banquet on the Pleasure Street before you set off?"
"You…"
Peclo suppressed the urge to strangle this woman, his teeth clenched as he said.
"Don't tell me you and Morgans are planning to bow down to that Marine Fleet Admiral?"
Stussy smiled without answering.
Just then, the Denden Mushi that Umit had snatched earlier suddenly rang.
"Lady Stussy, urgent news!"
"Marine Admiral Sakazuki, leading the 'Akainu' Army, along with the world greatest swordsman Mihawk, the Knight of the sea Jinbei, and the Desert Crocodile, have left Whole Cake Island. Based on their route, it's highly likely they're heading to Wano Country to take over Kaido territory!"
Upon hearing the information relayed through the transponder snail, Stussy surprisingly did not stop the informant from continuing, but instead watched with keen interest the reactions of Peclo and Umit.
With her lips slightly parted, she said "Go on."
"Yes."
"Under Sakazuki command, the 'Akainu' Army left Whole Cake Island not long ago. Fleet Admiral Orion, along with Admiral Gion, Doflamingo, and Hancock, boarded a warship. However, they did not accompany Sakazuki 'Akainu' Army but sailed in the opposite direction, likely preparing to return to Marine Headquarters."
"Admiral Kuzan did not leave Whole Cake Island because the Marine plans to establish a base there."
"Report complete."
As the informant finished, the transponder snail fell silent.
"Both of you heard that, right?"
Stussy casually placed the transponder snail into her bag and then elegantly stood up, her calm tone as usual.
"Take a guess, is Fleet Admiral Orion returning to Marine Headquarters, or is he planning to eliminate the two gentlemen you mentioned at the Holy Land?"
"Absolutely impossible!" Peclo said coldly. "Do you know who those two gentlemen are? They are the Five Elders!"
"The Five Elders?" Stussy blinked, realization dawning on her. "I see, because Fleet Admiral Orion forced them to sign the Mariejois Treaty back then, they harbor resentment and want to take this opportunity to use the Beast Pirates and you two to weaken the Marine's power!"
"However, the Five Elders at the Holy Land are not happy on a rotation system, the Marine holds two seats, so they…"
At this point, Stussy fully understood. "Oh, I get it. It's that environmental and agricultural Warrior God who were rotated out. They're not in the Chamber of Power, so they can conveniently avoid Sengoku and Zephyr, who are on rotation!"
"If that's the case, you indeed have a glimmer of hope!"
After analyzing together, Stussy pondered "In that case, I should rethink my position! You two keep doing what you're doing, I'll head back and let you know my decision later!"
"Quickly!"
Hope ignited in Peclo eyes. "With your help, along with Morgans and Dufeld, our chances are much greater!"
Stussy nodded and turned to leave decisively.
Soon, she exited the building and stepped onto the street.
Turning back to glance at Peclo office, a sly smile flickered across her lips.
Then, under Peclo watchful gaze, she took out the transponder snail and dialed.
The call connected quickly.
Stussy did not avert her gaze, locking eyes with Peclo, who stood by the window in the office and smiled as she spoke.
"This is Stussy!"
"Connect me to Fleet Admiral Orion!"
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