Chapter 110
The three shipwrights were all professionals who loved tinkering with shipbuilding techniques and materials. After adventuring with him for so many years, it was time for them to do something they enjoyed with Tom.
"Great. I'm really looking forward to what kind of new ships Mr. Tom can design on Skypiea." Nora said happily.
"Skypiea has special materials—I think there's huge potential there." Elijah also nodded in agreement.
"No problem for me. I want to go with Teacher Tom to research new things on Skypiea." "I didn't have time to study during the previous two trips to Skypiea—this is perfect." Anthony looked eager.
"Alright, since that's settled—you three go recruit more shipwrights." Victor immediately made the decision.
Then he sent them directly to Water 7.
Next, Victor returned to the Baron Omatsuri, took Franky, and headed straight for the North Blue. It didn't take long before Victor found Germa. As expected of a technological kingdom—the entire nation was full of a sci-fi atmosphere.
Those snail ships were especially unique—Franky really wanted to study them. There were also cat cars and rat cars—Franky's heart itched like crazy.
Vinsmoke Judge was currently in the royal hall issuing various orders.
Victor didn't interrupt them—he waited until their meeting ended before appearing.
"Vinsmoke Judge—biological technology scientist?" Victor and Franky suddenly appeared in the hall.
"Who? What people?" Vinsmoke Judge was startled.
When he clearly saw who had arrived, he was shocked.
"Lord Victor? Why have you come to my small kingdom?" Vinsmoke Judge still had human emotions—since he had emotions, he valued his life even more. Of course, someone without emotions would analyze the situation more rationally.
"Looks like King Judge knows me." Victor said calmly.
"Of course—who on the seas doesn't know Lord Victor's reputation?" "I wonder what business brings you here? Judge will serve you like a loyal dog."
Vinsmoke Judge wasn't stupid—he knew Victor coming here meant business. Franky once again witnessed Victor's prestige and sighed inwardly. He was somewhat relieved—thank goodness Victor had a good relationship with his Master; otherwise, with the Pluton blueprints, they wouldn't have had peace.
"This time, I came for your Vinsmoke family and Germa." "I want to bring Germa under my command. In the future, you'll manufacture gene warrior troops for me." "Judge—what do you think? Consider it?"
Victor looked at Judge and said with a smile.
"Ah? This…" Judge was completely stunned by Victor's demand.
He had guessed Victor came for something—but not something this big. This was outright annexing them. For a moment, his mind raced.
Victor didn't rush him—he simply took out a huge pile of food and started eating and drinking with Franky as if no one was there.
Franky had been bored earlier—now seeing so much food, he immediately got interested. So the two began a grand eating feast as if no one else existed. But Franky didn't have Victor's talent—he got full quickly.
So the scene was left with only Victor continuing to eat and drink. Franky could only wander around to satisfy his curiosity.
Victor kept eating until he was full—Judge still hadn't given an answer, though he was now sweating profusely.
"Alright, Judge—you've had enough time. Give me an answer." Victor was patient, but he didn't want to wait any longer.
"Lord Victor—Germa is the last asset of the Vinsmoke family…" Judge said with a troubled expression.
"Hm, I understand. In that case, I won't force you." "Then Germa 66 will simply disappear."
Victor said, lightning sparks already crackling from his body. Dark clouds rapidly gathered in the sky above—thunder rumbled down toward Germa.
Judge was horrified. He had been talking nicely just moments ago—now he was suddenly going to act? He knew Victor wasn't joking—even though his tone was calm.
Judge also knew that if he didn't agree now, Victor would definitely destroy Germa 66 with heavenly thunder in an instant. No matter how advanced Germa's technology seemed, it was nothing in front of Victor.
Even the World Government's Holy Land—Mary Geoise—had been attacked by Victor. What wouldn't he dare do?
"Lord Victor—I agree. I agree to submit to your command." "From now on, the Vinsmoke family and Germa 66 will obey Lord Victor's orders without question."
Judge gritted his teeth and decisively agreed.
As soon as he spoke, the lightning on Victor vanished—the thunderclouds in the sky dispersed instantly.
"Oh? I thought you'd hold out longer." "Since you've agreed, there's no turning back. Raise the Plant Scholars flag immediately." "Your flag will be the division banner—from now on, you are Germa 66, Third Division."
Victor looked at Judge and said very dominantly.
Judge inwardly rolled his eyes: You didn't even give me a chance to refuse—did you think building all this was easy?
"Yes, Captain." Judge adapted quickly.
"Hm, good. From now on, call me Captain." Victor nodded.
"Yes, Captain." Judge responded promptly.
"Excellent. From now on, focus fully on researching lineage factor and cloning technology." "Split the research into two categories: one is combat soldiers without self-awareness." "The other is super gene-cloned warriors with self-awareness but programmable top-priority commands."
Victor gave his first order.
"Understood, Captain." "But research requires massive funding—and strong racial lineage factors." "The funding gap will be huge."
Judge obeyed but pointed out the funding issue.
"Money is no problem." "This should be enough for your research for a while."
Victor tossed out a huge pile of black bags—when opened, bundles of berries spilled out like a small mountain.
Judge looked at the mountain of money and was ecstatic—research funding was secured. It seemed joining the Plant Scholars Pirates wasn't so bad after all.
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