Kudins shook his head at the display of arrogance. "Put aside these savage ways. You're acting like a mindless pirate."
BIG MOM and Kaido exchanged glances.
BIG MOM muttered inwardly, I feel targeted.
Kaido chuckled drunkenly. I didn't hear anything.
Kudins glanced at Wein, lips pursed slightly. Both were World Government Special Agents, yes, but their approaches differed. Wein acted impulsively, disregarding protocol entirely, while Kudins preferred meticulous planning, anticipating every possible outcome before engaging. Two extremes, yet both shared the same thought about each other: How did this idiot get into this position?
Kudins never underestimated an opponent, which gave him an almost perfect mission success rate. It was likely why the World Government chose him as captain for this operation.
Looking at the four pirates and agents in the room, Kudins began, "Let's first discuss the overall strength composition of the Rolan Pirates."
Meanwhile, Rolan had no idea what was unfolding in Totto Land. He and Hancock, accompanied by the other women, were sailing toward Golden City aboard the Breaking Sky, with Tesoro guiding them.
"I've heard Golden City is the world's largest entertainment city! I'm so excited!" Lina exclaimed, standing at the bow with Nami's arm linked in hers.
After Rolan agreed to allow Golden City to join Peach Garden, he made no move to relocate it under Peach Garden's direct oversight, nor did he announce Tesoro's allegiance. If the World Government learned Golden City had joined Peach Garden, its global reputation and influence would collapse, significantly reducing its ability to generate wealth—a vital source of funding for Peach Garden.
Golden City's value wasn't just financial; its lawless freedom allowed it to serve as a hub for intelligence gathering, and many Celestial Dragons held it in high regard, another source of potential profit.
"Yes, it truly is the world's greatest entertainment city," Nami said, eyes sparkling with excitement.
It wasn't just its scale that captivated her; Golden City was also the planet's premier gambling metropolis. Nami, always keen on profit, had started gambling at a young age to raise the 100 million Berries required to purchase Coco Yashi Village. Golden City's potential to generate wealth made it irresistible to her.
Lina's mouth watered. "Tesoro, is the food in Golden City really that amazing?"
As a dedicated foodie and chef, her first instinct in any city was to explore the local cuisine.
Tesoro laughed. "Golden City employs chefs from every corner of the seas. You'll have your fill, Miss Lina."
"That's perfect!" Lina said, though drool escaped her lips, refusing to be restrained.
Rolan, standing nearby, ruffled her hair lightly. "You really are a little glutton."
Tesoro had already briefed Peach Garden's crew about Golden City. Robin, familiar with the city's scale due to it being built by a Supernova, wasn't as impressed, though she was pleased to be in Rolan's company.
Following Tesoro's Vivre Card guidance, Breaking Sky swiftly approached Golden City.
"Wow! Is that… really Golden City?" Lina pointed in awe at the colossal silhouette emerging on the horizon.
Tesoro nodded. "That is indeed Golden City, GRANTESORO."
"It's… enormous." Even from a distance, the ship's scale was staggering.
Vivi's jaw dropped. She had never seen anything remotely this massive.
The Golden City ship resembled a floating castle of gold, each plate of its armor meticulously crafted with ornate patterns. Light strips ran along every seam, golden spotlights illuminated the decks, and massive black-and-gold flags waved atop towering masts.
At the bow, a grand archway glimmered with neon lights spelling out GRANTESORO. The entire vessel radiated wealth and extravagance.
No wonder Golden City earned the title of the world's number one entertainment city.
Rolan craned his neck, staring upward. "Holy crap."
Even his experience with massive ships and aircraft carriers of his past life paled in comparison to this floating palace. In its presence, even Thriller Bark seemed insignificant.
Passing through a long waterway, Breaking Sky docked at Golden City's water stage, more a floating stadium than a port. Surrounding it, an audience seating area held roughly eighty thousand spectators.
In the center, a purple-haired singer performed, her voice echoing across the water. Several golden platforms around her hosted dancers in revealing costumes, their movements synchronized under shimmering spotlights.
Robin extended a hand, and golden dust fell, sparkling in the air. "Is this the power of the Gold-Gold Fruit? Incredible."
Nami's eyes practically gleamed with Berry symbols. "So… much… gold…"
The purple-haired singer suddenly raised her voice. "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome our star performers!"
The crowd's attention shifted toward Breaking Sky.
"That's… Breaking Sky!"
"Godslayer Rolan has arrived!!!"
The name rang out, echoing over the water and stadium, announcing the Ion Tempest's arrival with authority.