Zhu Tian: Starting from the Stand User

Chapter 280 Scientist

After Long left, Lu Chen immediately contacted the loan shark king. He had to find Vegapunk before he was taken away by the World Government.

As the ruling pirate, it was easy for him to contact the loan shark king, Du Feld. The Beehive Island he currently occupied had a Den Den Mushi that could contact him.

It seems that Rocks had borrowed money from him before.

Lu Chen dialed the Den Den Mushi, and soon a voice rang out: "This is Du Field. Do you need any money? If so, please feel free to contact me."

Lu Chen asked Den Den Mushi directly, "I heard that you gathered scientists together to study the development of technology? I'm also interested in this."

"I've just assembled a scientific research team, but they haven't achieved any results yet. If you have any needs, you can let me know. I'll convey your request to them later."

Du Feld was puzzled by Lu Chen's interest in the development of science and technology. Don't these pirate leaders only need wine and fighting to survive? When did they become interested in the development of science?

Lu Chen ignored his excuses. "I need these scientists to do some research for me. You know I occupied Rocks's Hive Island, so his treasure also fell into my hands. I want to find a place to spend the money. The organization you support is called MADS, right? Where are you now? I will come to find you soon."

MADS, an industry funded by loan sharks, is a place where citizen scientists can conduct their own scientific research.

Everyone inside is a top scientist in this world. Vegapunk, Caesar, Vinsmoke Judge, Quinn. Each one has his or her own strengths.

Du Field asked with some doubt, "You are really well-informed. I actually just established this charity not long ago. Was it Morgans who leaked the information? His words are not trustworthy. He must have said a lot of false information."

Lu Chen was very skeptical about the charity he mentioned, even though the organization itself called itself the Peace Research Institute. However, except for Vegapunk, everyone else was researching weapons.

"I'm not interested in your current achievements. I want to ask these scientists if they can artificially create Devil Fruits. I want to build an army composed entirely of people with special abilities. Relying solely on searching for Devil Fruits at sea is too slow."

Lu Chen casually gave an excuse that suited his identity.

"I don't know much about science and technology, but if you really want to meet these scientists, come find us here. I'll stay here for a while."

Du Fielder made a concession. He didn't really expect these scientists to bring him any benefits; he was truly doing charity work. He wasn't entirely sure what the scientists were researching. If he could use this opportunity to establish good relations with this pirate, it would be a good option.

Then he gave Lu Chen an address. There was no way to completely conceal their whereabouts anyway. Morgans, that talkative guy, would definitely spread the information everywhere.

After getting the address, Lu Chen arranged various things on the island. In fact, there was nothing worth arranging, as the pirates had their own set of rules to abide by.

Lu Chen then set off again, heading for another destination. He didn't stay on the Honeycomb Island he had occupied for long. He had originally intended to establish himself as a dominant force by acquiring territory, but he'd been incredibly busy. Once this busy period was over, he should have time to formulate a plan to stir up the ocean.

After flying for a while, Lu Chen successfully found the MADS ship.

Du Field warmly entertained Lu Chen. As a newly rising force on the sea, Lu Chen's pirate group immediately crushed Rocks's remnants. Therefore, the kings of the dark underworld also needed to submit to those who were stronger.

Just like they were loyal to Rocks before, the position of pirate overlord would change hands from one person to another, but their position would always be stable.

Du Field talked about his achievements in the past few days: "I have informed the scientists about your idea of ​​artificial devil fruit. They are discussing it these days and will have results soon."

"Sounds like it's progressing quickly."

"Of course, you just need to make your request and we will help you solve the problem."

Lu Chen also showed his generosity and said, "I can also fund your research. Can I meet these scientists?"

"Of course, I hope we can reach a collaboration in the future. Funding is not necessary. I currently have no shortage of funds to support these studies. Please follow me to see their recent achievements."

Du Field made a gesture to invite him in, so Lu Chen followed Du Field in. The loan shark king's men followed closely behind them.

When the sponsor arrived, the scientists naturally came out to report on their recent work. Du Field didn't actually pay much attention to them. Previously, he had simply been sending them money.

Lu Chen carefully observed the world's top scientists. They didn't look like scientists at all. Judging from their appearance, they looked like a group of hooligans on a team-building trip.

Leading the group was a short man with a huge head, followed by two blond men with gangster habits and a young man with horns.

Of course, in their eyes, the clothing of this newly emerged maritime overlord was also strange.

Du Fielder, in his suit, was the only one here who was the most well-dressed, so he was at the bottom of the list of contempt. A nondescript fellow.

Du Field was the first to speak: "Doctors, how is the research on the project I recently entrusted to you going?"

Vegapunk, the leader, shook his giant head and explained, "Creating artificial devil fruits is a complex task. We don't have any devil fruits here, so we can only use the blood of myself, Quinn, and Caesar for research. So far, we've only achieved some results in understanding the power contained within. As for how to replicate this power, we don't have a suitable idea yet."

Quinn on the side also echoed: "The funds you gave us are too limited. This kind of complex work requires more funds."

This was different from what Du Field had told Lu Chen, but it was normal to cry poor to a sponsor. How could he possibly claim that his research was going smoothly and that the funding was sufficient?

Especially since these scientists are conducting their own research in private, which costs a lot of money.

(End of this chapter)