Chapter 108: The News Agency Expands into the New World
To Brook, it seemed likely that only Edward Newgate, one of the original Four Emperors, had a real chance of awakening Conqueror’s Haki. As for the other crew members, it was probably just wishful thinking—the odds were slim at best.
But then again, anything was possible. It all depended on the whims of fate.
Enjoying a rich and satisfying lunch prepared by the head chef, Brook was pleased. Streusen’s culinary skills far surpassed Antonio’s. In just a few days, he had mastered Brook’s cooking techniques and even managed to innovate, blending flavors from both worlds into his dishes.
"This is divine intervention! The Peace Dove News Agency has been crippled, and the World Dark News has been completely wiped out by Rocks! I almost feel like giving that guy an award. Now’s the perfect time to push Mortomas’ Economic News Agency to the top and make it the number one news outlet in the world!"
Brook hadn’t expected such a golden opportunity to land in his lap. Not only was the threat of the News Birds spying on him eliminated, but the absence of major competitors meant that the Economic News Agency could now seize control of the New World’s media market.
Aside from instructing Mortomas to send more Seagull News Birds into the New World, Brook also planned to find a sky island in the region as soon as possible. Securing a stronghold there would allow the Economic News Agency to establish a branch office.
After all, even the other Supernovas—like the Monk Pirates and the Karns Brothers—had carved out their own territories in the New World.
However, in Brook’s eyes, having a territory made these rising stars even more vulnerable. Once Rocks regained his strength, he would inevitably target them, either absorbing them into his ranks or crushing them outright.
This wouldn’t just expand his influence and secure more turf—it would also allow him to rebuild his empire and strengthen his crew with powerful subordinates.