One Piece: The World King Who Emerged from the White Town

“I am Jaigolusia Satan Saint. I am in charge of these negotiations.”

"It's actually a message from the Five Elders, the highest leaders of the World Government. Should I say it's an honor for me?"

Doflamingo replied in an extremely exaggerated tone.

"Donquixote Doflamingo, we haven't taken the most drastic measures against you because you were once a Celestial Dragon. We hope you don't think that the 'Celestial Gold' you stole can really threaten the World Government."

“I know, of course I know that a mere 6000 billion Berries of ‘Celestial Gold’ is nothing to the Celestial Dragons who control the world’s wealth. So I stole ‘Celestial Gold’ just to get an opportunity, an opportunity to speak with the Five Elders who are high and mighty.”

Jaigolusia Satan, on the other end of the Den Den Mushi, was finally somewhat surprised, but he didn't show it. Instead, he continued, "You do now have that opportunity. So, tell me, what exactly is your request?"

"I want the title of Shichibukai and... a promise that the World Government will not take action against me."

"Heh, interesting. I can agree to your request, but can you believe it?"

"I think I have enough chips in my hand."

"That 6000 billion berries of 'heavenly gold'?"

Jaigollucia Satan Saint's tone was somewhat sarcastic, as he felt the other party was being unrealistic.

But when Doflamingo revealed his true bargaining chip, Jaigollucia Satan could no longer maintain his composure, slammed his fist on the table, and stood up abruptly.

"How do you know?!"

"Don't forget, I was once a Celestial Dragon too. My father, mother, and... my younger brother were all Celestial Dragons."

"Although you took back my proof chip, my father still told me the secret about the Celestial Dragons' bloodline before he died."

At this point, a complex expression flashed across Doflamingo's face.

"So that's how it is. That stubborn Don Quixote Homing would actually tell you something like this. Why didn't you say anything when you brought Homing's head back to Mary Geoise?"

Doflamingo said sarcastically, "Back then, you treated me like trash and drove me away, refusing to restore my identity as a Celestial Dragon. If you were to find out that my father told me that secret, would I still be able to leave alive?"

"So now you feel you're powerful enough to keep this secret, and that's why you're using the threat of seizing the 'Heavenly Gold' to threaten us?"

“Threat? No, no, no, I’ve already said it before, this is cooperation, a long-term cooperation.”

"cooperate?"

“That’s right, cooperation based on ‘mutual trust’. After all, I was once a Celestial Dragon, and now I have this secret. I don’t want to live a life of hiding and being hunted by the Navy anymore. You also need a partner like me who runs many ‘small businesses’ to provide or sell some sensitive resources, don’t you?”

After listening to Doflamingo's words, Jaigolucia Satan Saint fell into deep thought.

Admittedly, Doflamingo's proposal was very constructive.

The World Government has never rejected making deals with pirates, and may even have made private promises to them.

Otherwise, there wouldn't have been events like buying the Op-Op Fruit for 50 billion Berries and establishing a special organization like the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

Both Hawkeye Mihawk, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, and Shanks, the Red-Haired, have secretly made deals with the Five Elders.

So in principle, having another collaborator like Doflamingo wouldn't be a big deal.

In fact, Doflamingo's former status as a Celestial Dragon actually made it easier for him to gain 'trust'.

Which is more exciting and interesting: owning a dog or owning a "super dog"?

Does the answer even need to be said?

"Donquixote Doflamingo, I am aware of your request. We need to discuss it further before I can give you an answer."

"Of course, no problem, but please hurry, otherwise when the news of my seizure of the 'Heavenly Gold' spreads everywhere, some unpredictable things may happen."

"You don't need to tell me, the World Government has already suppressed all news about 'Celestial Gold'."

"I don't think so. There are always some fearless guys among those journalists."

Kaga...

The Den Den Mushi was disconnected.

Doflamingo also revealed an enigmatic smile.

If the World Government cannot give him a promise within three days, he will have this explosive news placed on the desk of Morgans, one of the emperors of the underworld and the president of the World Economic News Agency.

Given his personality, he would surely do everything in his power to make this big news public.

Then the pressure will fall on the Five Elders again!

Chapter 294 The Mouse Sees the Cat Off

Three days later, news of the theft of the "Heavenly Gold" still reached the seas.

In an instant, the name Don Quixote Doflamingo resounded throughout the world!

Everyone who has heard of this man wants to know what kind of person this daring man is who dared to steal the Celestial Dragon's "Heavenly Gold".

In comparison, this action is no less significant than Fisher Tiger's infiltration of the Holy Land Mary Geoise to free the slaves.

However, no one believed that Donquixote Doflamingo would survive.

What awaits next is inevitably the personal intervention of a naval admiral.

But this did not stop a large number of pirates from worshipping Doflamingo in the same way they worshipped Fisher Tiger!

Especially Beihai, the rear base of the Don Quixote family.

Now there is almost no force that dares to challenge the Donquixote Family, and when the name Donquixote Doflamingo is mentioned, everyone is full of pride and arrogance!

Although Morgans, who had orchestrated this major news story, received a severe warning from the World Government, he withstood the pressure because he disliked having his reporting controlled by others.

This was all part of Doflamingo's plan.

Under immense public pressure, the Five Elders, who initially disagreed, quickly made a decision.

I can agree to Donquixote Doflamingo's conditions, but only on the condition that he personally comes to the Holy Land Mary Geoise to ensure that the Celestial Dragons' secrets are not leaked.

If a consensus cannot be reached, then all the naval admirals will be mobilized to besiege the Donquixote Family, risking the secret being leaked, and all those who know the truth will be wiped out!

Although Doflamingo gained the opportunity to negotiate with the World Government by using the stolen 'Celestial Gold' and his knowledge of the Celestial Dragons' secrets, this does not mean that he can do whatever he wants.

Fortunately, Doflamingo never intended to completely break ties with him, so he eventually agreed to the condition.

Despite the strong opposition from the other officers, who felt that traveling alone to the Holy Land of Mary Geoise was far too dangerous.

But Doflamingo seemed confident and not worried about his safety.

No one knew where his confidence came from, and in the end, after failing to persuade him, they could only let him make his decision.

So, without anyone else knowing, Doflamingo went to the Holy Land of Mary Geoise alone.

No one knows what Doflamingo did in Mary Geoise or who he met.

All that is known is that half a day later, Doflamingo left the Holy Land of Mary Geoise unscathed, and a smug smile could be seen on his face.

It seems that this time he got everything he wanted.

A day later, the world government released news that shocked the entire ocean!

Because Donquixote Doflamingo voluntarily surrendered the "Celestial Gold," he was pardoned, granted the title of Shichibukai, and given the right to legally plunder.

Everyone who saw the news was stunned!

They were waiting for the World Government to send a Marine Admiral to fight them to the death, but it ended so abruptly and inexplicably.

And everyone knows that this "heavenly gold" was stolen by Don Quixote Doflamingo.

Ah, I stole your things, and now I'm just returning them, and that's the end of it?

Not only did they not retaliate, they even made Doflamingo a Shichibukai?!

Is this world just too crazy?

Because many people are unaware of the details of the transaction, they cannot understand the World Government's move.

When did the Celestial Dragons become so easy to talk to?

It's so strange!

Many people speculate that there might be some kind of secret deal between Donquixote Doflamingo and the World Government, but no one can guess the specific details of the deal.

Donquixote Doflamingo himself seems to have no intention of revealing any inside information, which has created one of the most discussed unsolved mysteries at present.

This seems to have led many pirates to discover a new path to fame.

He wanted to replicate Donquixote Doflamingo's actions, seize the "Heavenly Gold" to make a name for himself across the seas, and finally earn the title of Shichibukai.

Unfortunately, these pirates only saw the surface; even if they succeeded, they would only face certain death.

Furthermore, given the theft of the "Gold from the Sky," one can imagine how much the armed forces escorting the "Gold from the Sky" will be strengthened in the coming years.

So all I can do is wish those guys with ideas good luck.

In any case, Doflamingo has achieved his goal. He not only successfully obtained the position of Shichibukai, but also became famous throughout the sea.

Most importantly, he had completely opened up channels between the legitimate and criminal worlds, allowing him to openly expand his family's influence and business without worrying about being pursued by the navy.

His trip to Mary Geoise even brought an unexpected surprise, which reconnected him with the Celestial Dragons.

In the future, he can directly connect with auction houses that have Celestial Dragons or World Government backing for his smuggling and slave trade businesses.

In an instant, they became the most widely distributed middleman in the entire underground world, without exception.

After Doflamingo became a Shichibukai, Vice Admiral Tsuru, who was originally in charge of hunting him down, also ended his mission and prepared to return to Marine Headquarters to report for duty.

On the day he left North Sea, Doflamingo personally led his officers to 'see him off'.

“Ms. Ahe, I have kept my word. Now I stand before you openly and honestly, but you can do nothing about it, hee hee hee hee.”

It seems that their identities and positions are different now. When Doflamingo faced Tsuru again, he was not as nervous as before. He was very relaxed and even exceptionally polite.

She's completely different now from when she was being chased and ran around, angrily cursing everyone as an old woman or a frantic old lady.

Tsuru, however, remained remarkably calm. "Doflamingo, your status as a Shichibukai cannot protect you forever."

"Besides, if I were to risk losing this vice admiral position and drag you to Impel Down right now, do you think anyone would step in to protect you?"

Doflamingo's expression changed instantly, then he immediately stopped his provocation and stepped aside. "Just kidding. In the Navy, the person I respect most is Ms. Tsuru. If possible, I hope we can maintain this relationship forever."

"You'd better be telling the truth, or one day I'll still arrest you myself."

"What a terrible threat! I will do my best to prevent you from having that chance. Have a safe trip. We might meet again at Marine Headquarters. I've wanted to visit there for a long time. Perhaps Ms. Tsuru could be my guide then."