Chapter 156 Having a Large Appetite Is Exactly What I Want
"What is it? Speak up. If it's something I can do, I'll definitely do it. If I can't, I'll find a way to get it done for you!" Shakky was somewhat surprised that Zane was asking for her help, but she agreed quite decisively.
There was no other reason than the fact that he paid simply too much.
Thinking of her safe stuffed with gold bars, it was difficult for Shakky to say the word 'no' to Zane—or rather, the Captain.
Zane spoke with a serious expression. "I have long admired the Empress of your Kuja Tribe from afar. If possible, please convey the news of my killing a Celestial Dragon to her. Tell her it's a gift from me."
"Eh?!" A startled hum came from Shakky on the other end.
"What 'long admired'? You're clearly just lusting after Hancock's beauty!" Rayleigh's voice chimed in from the side at a most inconvenient time.
They were both men; who was he kidding?
No matter how grandly Zane spoke, Rayleigh could accurately hear his true intentions.
"Hey, don't slander people! I'm just yearning for beautiful things. Besides, what right do you have to talk about me, you gigolo!"
Zane, dissatisfied that his noble heart was being misunderstood, immediately barked back in embarrassment.
"Cough, cough... I'll get it done for you. I think Hancock will really like this gift of yours. However, I must remind you that the women of our Kuja Tribe have quite the appetite. Don't find yourself unable to keep up."
Older women truly were dirty-minded inside.
Shakky wasn't even hinting anymore; she was practically stating it outright.
Take Rayleigh, for instance.
Upon hearing Shakky's words, his legs instinctively shook. He silently grabbed a bottle of booze and turned to leave.
He was afraid that if he stayed any longer, he would be dragged into it.
In contrast, Zane was undeterred.
He patted his waist of steel with a look of absolute confidence. "A large appetite? Having a large appetite is exactly what I want!"
"Heh, say that again once you've actually won Hancock over!" Shakky replied nonchalantly.
Having a large appetite?
She had heard those exact words before.
And the result?
"He really does run fast!" Glancing around the bar and seeing that her man had long since vanished, Shakky gave a contemptuous smile.
What Pluton? Their Kuja women were the strongest warriors.
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"It's finally settled. I have to say, the racial advantage of the fishmen is indeed outstanding. Even after strict selection, there are still over five thousand qualified recruits." After sitting for a long time, Nico Robin stretched her beautiful body with a sense of relief, while looking at Zane on the nearby sofa.
"Over five thousand newcomers? In that case, I'll have to build another escort ship so it won't be too crowded." Eating a grape that Baby 5 had just brought over, Zane sank his consciousness into the Munch-Munch Space within his body.
Thanks to the various materials he bought whenever they replenished supplies.
The reserves within the Munch-Munch Space were extremely rich.
With his prior experience, Zane could quickly build a new escort ship, much like 3D printing.
"The new escort ship will take about three days to complete. You've worked hard these past few days. Next, as the Captain, I'll personally accompany you for a good stroll around Fishman Island!" Zane stood up, walked behind Nico Robin, and began massaging her shoulders with a smile.
"That's more like it!" Hearing that Zane was going to accompany her, a smile blossomed in Nico Robin's beautiful eyes.
"I want to go too! I've been helping out these past few days as well!" Baby 5 hurriedly jumped down from the sofa and leapt onto Zane's back.
Her two ivory-like long legs locked around Zane's waist like grappling hooks.
The soft pressure of her chest formed a supple cushion, letting Zane truly feel the meaning of the word 'softness'.
"Fine, the three of us will go together!" Zane naturally wouldn't overlook Baby 5, and he smilingly patted the long legs she had wrapped around him.
"Sigh, a perfectly good trip for two has turned into a trip for three!" Nico Robin said with a look of helplessness.
"What's wrong with three? It's not like the three of us haven't spent the night together before," Baby 5 retorted immediately.
"Oh my, stop talking about such things everywhere!" Nico Robin, after all, cared more about her dignity than Baby 5 did.
Private matters at night should stay private; they shouldn't be brought up out loud.
Her earlobes turning red, Nico Robin pinched Baby 5's thigh in embarrassment.
Baby 5, yelping in pain, immediately released her legs and began frolicking and bickering with Nico Robin.
The scenery was truly beautiful!
Looking at the two frolicking women, Zane let out a heartfelt sigh.
"Oh? Are they finally here?"
Suddenly, Zane's Observation Haki was triggered, causing a playful smile to appear on his face.
Outside Fishman Island.
In the dark depths of the sea, a massive ship shaped like a whale, encased in a bubble, approached the island.
To increase its speed, two thick chains extended from the front of the whale ship, tethered to two massive Sea Kings responsible for towing it.
"Fishman Island... it's really been a long time since we were last here."
"Hasn't it? I wonder if the Mermaid Cove is still the same as before. Since we're here, I'll have to experience it properly once again."
"Hey, we're not here to play. Don't lower your guard."
"A ten-billion bounty... that amount is simply too exaggerated. You have to realize, even Pops' bounty is only just over five billion. I really don't know what that Three-Eye Zane did to make the World Government treat him so extremely."
"Heh, I see on the bounty poster that this Zane is quite young. Do you think Pops came here this time with the intention of taking him in?"
"Who knows? If the other party is sensible, having a partner from the Three-Eye Tribe wouldn't be bad."
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On the deck, watching Fishman Island draw closer, the members of the Whitebeard Pirates laughed and discussed among themselves.
In the center, Whitebeard, looking like a small giant, sat regally on his massive throne. He held a wine gourd and gulped down liquor while staring at Fishman Island ahead.
"Pops!"
Marco, with his pineapple-like hair, came before his father. With one hand on his hip, he looked back at Fishman Island and suggested, "Once we enter Fishman Island, should I go first to test this Three-Eye Zane?"
The Whitebeard Pirates had come to Fishman Island this time to provide backup for Neptune.
But with the appearance of that ten-billion bounty, the members of the Whitebeard Pirates were undoubtedly curious about Zane.
Marco's proposal was essentially to test Zane's strength.
As a user of the Phoenix Fruit.
Regardless of combat strength, in terms of safety, Marco was confident that even if the opponent truly had the power to match that exaggerated bounty, he could still retreat unscathed.
Glug, glug...
Swallowing the liquor in his mouth, Whitebeard set the empty gourd down beside him.
"Gurararara! Silly son, don't do anything foolish. Such little tricks aren't suitable for everyone. I'll go and meet him personally in a bit!"
Whitebeard laughed heartily, shaking his head as he told Marco to give up on the idea of scouting.