NOVEL NEXT Chapter 170: Stance
As long as he could recruit him, Lucci could almost handle all of his need for Zoan fruit experience.
What's more, all members of the CP9 organization are proficient in the Six Styles of the Marines, and this thing is likely to point directly to Haki; even if it does not reach that level, as a simple fighting skill, it is extremely comprehensive.
"But can these crew members who are not sincere in joining the group be recognized by the system?"
"Anyway."
"It never hurts to give it a try."
Thinking of this, Gawain made up his mind; he picked up the microphone and said calmly: "I do know about Captain John's treasure, but that was just a lie. The gold disappeared long before he died."
"Because he found something that he believed was more precious than gold."
"What?"
Kalifa was stunned, and countless thoughts flashed through her mind in an instant, from hidden treasures to powerful Devil Fruits to Ancient Weapons that could shake the world.
Then, the sentence that came to her ears surprised her greatly.
"It's the process of finding gold and the companions who accompany him."
A smile appeared on Gin's lips, and it was obvious that this was the answer that he was thinking.
Kalifa's gaze gradually became serious, and the same was true for Lucci beside her.
They had known for a long time that Captain John's treasure was a lie.
After all, it is impossible for the World Government to use huge amounts of gold to support the enemy.
The agents who were stabbed in the back by the World Government, the friendship between comrades, and Captain John's treasure map, this was a perfect script arranged for them by the CP organization.
Combined with Gawain's previous activities and style of doing things, this set of combined punches should be able to impress this man who has just become a Warlord and still believes in the so-called comradeship.
But now, there is a problem with the most critical link.
Rob Lucci's eyes instantly turned cold, and he began to think about how to escape. Even Kalifa quietly put her hands behind her.
However, their actions were interrupted by Gawain's voice the next moment.
"But I admire people who value their companions."
Just as Kalifa breathed a sigh of relief, she heard Gawain continue: "Since the treasure map is invalid, then take something else as your token of surrender."
"I want the complete Six Style!"
Kalifa was stunned, and her face darkened the next moment.
The Six Styles are combat skills that were perfected by the Marines and the CP organization over hundreds of years and with the efforts of countless strong men from the two organizations.
It is top-notch in terms of functionality and practicality.
More importantly, the Six Styles is a skill that assists in the training of Haki.
If giving Captain John's gold to Gawain is aiding the enemy, then giving the Six Styles to Gawain is undermining the foundation of the World Government.
For a moment, Kalifa hesitated.
It was because she didn't know whether it was worth it to pass the Six Styles into the hands of a group of pirates for this mission.
She subconsciously defended herself: "The practice of the Six Styles is far more rigorous than you think. It takes several years or even more than ten years to get started."
"It's meaningless to you. Instead of spending time on the Six Styles, you should continue to develop your own strength."
"What?"
Gawain interrupted Kalifa and said: "Aren't you all being hunted by the Marines? Logically speaking, you can use the World Government's things to exchange for shelter. Isn't that a sure win?"
"Or… is this all a play you put on?"
"Gin, you know what to do, right?"
"Understood, captain!"
Gin responded, and then an undisguised murderous intent emanated from his body.
The pirates around them felt a chill running down their spines and subconsciously tightened their grip on their guns.
Click! Click! Click!
A layer of pure white bones grew out of Gin's body, connecting with each other to form a pure white armor.
The armor was covered with bone spurs, which flashed a cold light under the light, looking evil and frightening.
If other people saw this scene, they would just think they saw the legendary ghosts.
"Now it's your turn to make your choice."
Gin's indifferent voice reached Kalifa's ears, making her feel creepy.
It was not until this moment that she realized that from the moment she decided to show up, her life had been under the control of the man in front of her.
As long as Gin wanted, he could take her life in an instant, just like those corpses lying on the ground.
Lucci also frowned.
Only then did he realize that the man in front of him was even more dangerous than he had initially thought.
At this moment, facing Gin, who did not hide his murderous intention at all, even Lucci lost the confidence to escape, so how dangerous would Gawain, who was standing behind Gin, be?
Thinking of this, the two looked at each other and immediately made a judgment.
The White Knight Pirate was more dangerous than they and the CP organization judged.
Their current growth rate is already incredibly alarming. If it continues, they are afraid it will really reach a point where no one can control it.
Lucci thought for a moment and came up with a plan. He raised the corner of his mouth slightly and said calmly: "You are right. The person we betrayed is just someone who once betrayed us. I can give you the Six Styles, but you must provide us with shelter as agreed."
"Certainly."
Gawain smiled slightly and said: "After all, all I want is your stance."
Stance?!
The corner of Lucci's mouth twitched, and he couldn't help but look at Gin.
The bone spurs all over Gin's body were even sharper than swords, and their hardness was probably far beyond that of ordinary metals.
If he made any unusual movement or if Gawain noticed something was wrong, he would probably be facing Gin's encirclement and suppression now.
If he can't give his stance, he can only give life.
But as Gawain spoke, the tense atmosphere at the scene instantly dissipated.
The skeleton in Gin's body was instantly retracted into his body, and the murderous intent in his eyes disappeared immediately.
He waved his hand, and several of his men came forward to treat the wounds on Lucci and Kalifa.
At the same time, in the captain's cabin.
After knowing the whole story, Kuro frowned: "Are those two people undercover agents of the World Government? Does this mean that the World Government has set its sights on us?"
Gawain nodded, speaking calmly: "This is inevitable."
"The original intention of the World Government to establish the Seven Warlords of the Sea was to make up for the shortcomings of insufficient marine power and to maintain the stability of a sea area with the help of the power of pirates."
"But if we leave the East Blue, it will disrupt the balance and may even cause greater unrest in Paradise and even the New World. How can the World Government tolerate this?"
"But I am very curious."
"Logically speaking, a Warlord is not a threat to the point where they need to mobilize CP9, or even the strongest genius in CP9 for the past eight hundred years."
Gawain will not forget.
The mission originally assigned to Rob Lucci was to deal with the Ancient Weapon Pluton, which was enough to shake the existence of the World Government.
But now Rob Lucci, the leader, was transferred away just because of a Warlord?
This is completely unreasonable.
"Either they have a bigger agenda, or they are looking for something."
Kuro nodded, then looked at Gawain, puzzled: "If that's the case, then why did you let them on board?"
"Of course, it's for everyone."
"Everyone?"
The confusion on Kuro's face deepened.