Why would a Saint Seiya become a pirate?

Tanaka slunk back to his secret base, which resembled a large villa.

This desolate place, facing the sea, where spring is warm and flowers bloom, is a healing sanctuary specially prepared for his wounded little heart.

Tanaka bought the island from Doflamingo several years ago.

So that after I retire, I can find a few women to spend the rest of my life with.

So apart from my own bed, I'm trying to save money on everything else.

He plopped down on the shabby chair, staring intently at his empty hands.

This time, we really lost both the fruits of our labor and our resources; we lost everything.

He silently calculated the loss in his mind; that precious bottle of the improved "killer drug" was gone just like that.

I should have exchanged it for money.

And that Silver Fruit that was almost within his grasp, now it's probably somewhere in the shadows, laughing at his failure.

This was the first time he had suffered such a miserable fate since he defected from Wano Country; it was truly the darkest moment of his life.

Why am I so unlucky?

Tanaka couldn't help but mutter to himself.

With such outstanding abilities and intelligence that could practically dazzle others, she'd be better suited to comfortably make money in the office, happily counting her pesos.

But that blind and ignorant Orochi actually sent him to Tesoro as a spy—wasn't that just giving the wrong order?

Tanaka suffered so much hardship and torment as a beast of burden to Natazolo.

The results of it?

I got nothing and ended up in such a mess!

Thinking of Kurozumi Orochi, Tanaka was furious. He felt that he had been ruined by this idiot.

"Nicole Robin, Straw Hat Luffy, and that Tesoro, you just wait! I, Tanaka, am not someone to be trifled with."

"I will definitely take back the Silver-Silver Fruit! When that happens, I'll make you pay for offending me!"

Tanaka grew angrier the more he thought about it, grinding his teeth as if he wanted to chew up all his enemies.

A moment of patience brings peace, but taking a step back leads to a liver explosion!

In an effort to regain his honor, Tanaka spared no expense.

He began to inquire about Robin and the Straw Hat Pirates' whereabouts, using all his connections.

From petty thugs drinking and bragging in bars to burly men unloading cargo at the port, he wouldn't let go of any information he could get his hands on.

He was even willing to spend a huge amount of money, like throwing money around, just to find a single clue.

He thought to himself, "These Pele were well spent. Once I reclaim the Silver-Silver Fruit, I'll have plenty of opportunities to earn them back. I'll make a fortune and make everyone envious!"

Persistence pays off. After a long and arduous search, he finally received some news.

The Straw Hat Pirates' next stop is Zou.

"Hmph, Zou, I will make sure you never leave this island!"

Tanaka's lips curled into a sinister smile, sending chills down one's spine.

As he pondered this, he summoned his most capable subordinates.

They were called capable, but they were really just a bunch of cronies. They used to call themselves the mafia, but to put it bluntly, they were just small-time thugs who collected protection money.

These people usually swagger around the streets and alleys, bullying the weak, but they're actually a little scared when it comes to confronting powerful figures like pirates.

"Boss, can we manage with just the few of us?"

One of his men asked cautiously, his voice trembling slightly.

"What are you afraid of!"

Tanaka glared at him fiercely, his eyes seeming to say, "If you dare to question me again, I'll throw you out to feed the sharks!"

"We are well-prepared this time, and we even have a secret weapon. As long as the plan goes smoothly, we are sure to succeed!"

Tanaka was actually lying. He didn't have any secret weapon; he had simply emptied his coffers to hire a thug.

He wasn't sure himself, but in order to keep his men on their toes, he had no choice but to brag.

He silently prayed, "I hope this thug has some real skills, otherwise we're really doomed this time."

……

Chapter 160 Edward Weevil Joins the Seven Warlords of the Sea, a New Gold Saint!

On the World Government's side, the Five Elders have officially approved Edward Weevil's proposal to join the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

The news quickly spread throughout the ocean, attracting the attention and discussion of countless people.

"Is that Edward Weevil really Whitebeard's son?"

"Who knows? But since the World Government has approved it, they must have their reasons."

"Now, the Seven Warlords of the Sea are going to be quite a spectacle again."

Amidst the murmurs, Edward Weevil also learned that he had become one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

He sat on his rickety boat, grinning foolishly at his mother, Miss Bakkin (Bakkin Gom Stussy).

"Haha, Mom, from now on, I am one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea! Let's see who dares to look down on us now!"

"Good boy, we've just gotten a job, let's go and have some fun chopping people up!"

"Work! Killing people! Making money! Weevil loves it!"

On Tanaka's side, after several days and nights of preparation, he and his men finally completed the setup on the island.

Their ship was loaded with all sorts of weapons and traps, ready to catch the Straw Hat Pirates off guard.

Seeing Luffy and his crew land on the island, the underlings began to feel a chill run down their spines.

"Boss, can we really succeed?"

The subordinate still asked, somewhat uneasy.

"Do not talk nonsense!"

"I can't believe it," Tanaka said impatiently.

"As long as we follow the plan, there will be absolutely no problem! If we fail this time, you'll all be fish food!"

Upon hearing this, his men were too frightened to utter a sound.

They knew that this mission was extremely important to Tanaka, and if they failed, their fate would be dire.

As soon as they arrived, there was a loud banging on the door, and Edward Weebull burst through the doorframe and walked in.

"You idiot, how many times have I told you to bow your head when you enter the house?"

Miss Bakkin jumped up and slapped Webb on the back of the head.

"I'm sorry, Mom."

……

Meanwhile, aboard the Forward-bound Luffy-senpai, the crew was leisurely sitting on the deck, enjoying this rare moment of peace.

Everyone's attention was focused on the Silver-Silver Fruit in Robin's hand.

It's a pity Nami isn't here, otherwise she would have hugged Robin and kissed her a few times.

Nami, with her love of money, would probably have her eyes light up and pounce on the Silver-Silver Fruit if she saw it, which could produce an endless supply of Berries.

Only Law, his mind heavy, gazed at the sea. He had already taken his revenge and was no longer interested in money. Now, all he could think about was how to bring down the Four Emperors.

"This fruit might bring us unexpected rewards."

Robin said softly, a hint of anticipation on his face.

Luffy and his crew surrounded Robin, curiously looking at the glittering fruit.

Luffy asked innocently, "Robin, how do you use this?"

"Of course, it's going to be handed over to the GM army. That's where this thing can be used to its fullest potential."

Robin explained patiently.

"GM Army? What's that? Is it something delicious?"

Luffy seemed to have fallen into his idiotic mode again, tilting his head and looking at Robin with a puzzled expression.

"Ni Zuokai."

Ni couldn't help but roll her eyes and say something.

He was used to Luffy's capricious behavior and fluctuating intelligence, but he was still amused by him every time.

"Let's hand these two over to them together. Sabo happens to be nearby."

As he spoke, Fanny pulled out the spoils from the silver mine island.

It is precisely the rolling fruit and the molten fruit.

"Sabo?! I can see him again?"

Upon hearing Sabo's name, Luffy's eyes lit up, and he jumped up excitedly.

"No, you have to go to Zou. Once you get there, Bato can come with me."

"I can't help it," Van Nistelrooy said helplessly.

He knew Luffy really wanted to see Sabo, but that was how the mission was arranged, and there was no way to change it.

"Okay~"

Luffy said reluctantly, his voice filled with disappointment.

He hung his head, looking dejected, which made people feel both sorry for him and amused.

Suddenly, a thick fog rolled in, and it seemed that the Forward Luffy Senpai had crashed into something.

However, it was very smooth, without much fluctuation.

Usopp looked closely and realized that the entire ship was stranded on the beach.