One Piece: Starting with Coercion and Enticement of Nami

This is the respect and awe that comes from strength.

But just then, Thoth spotted a group of strangely dressed sea monsters at a table not far away.

Leading the group was a red-nosed captain dressed as a clown, Bucky Barnes, who was worth 1500 million Berries.

Bucky the Clown.

A look of surprise flashed in his eyes; this auction had actually attracted even this guy.

However, on second thought, Thoth realized that what he wanted was at the auction.

After taking another look, Toth and Karina found a table near the front with fewer people and sat down.

Karina placed the suitcases one by one under the table, took out the auction list she had already looked at yesterday from her pocket, and then looked at Thoth curiously:

"What type of Devil Fruit do you think will be auctioned off?"

A smile flickered in Toth's eyes:

"No matter what type it is, as long as it's a Devil Fruit, it will always be useful."

Upon hearing this, Karina pondered for a few seconds, then a hint of agreement appeared in her eyes.

At this moment, as Thoth sat down, quiet conversations gradually began to break out around him.

"That guy's here too. His aura is truly intimidating!"

"Wow! That startled me. Is that the Weapon Master? So young, is he really as powerful as the rumors say?"

"Hey! Why don't you try it?"

Why don't you give it a try?

"Hey! Isn't that woman the servant who was with Mad Torega the day before yesterday?"

"Heh! You don't know this, do you? That woman is no simpleton either. You know Phantom Thief Karina? I don't know how she took a liking to the weapon, and then Mad Torega got killed."

"I'm so damn envious. She's just super cute, but that's how she got a powerful weapon."

"Did you know that there are two top-notch beauties on the weapons ship? Tsk tsk! The weapons are really well-fed."

Various sounds came from his ears, so Thoth simply closed his eyes to rest. These days, everyone here was just an ordinary guy, and no one could pose any threat to Thoth.

Karina listened to the gossip around her, and also heard their envious comments about her being a clingy person.

In the past, she would have been dissatisfied, because she used to survive by her own wisdom. But now, with her elbows on the table, her left hand supporting her cheek, she smiled and turned her head to look at Thoth beside her, her eyelashes fluttering gently.

'So handsome! From now on, I'll live with a man like him.'

As more and more people came in from outside, the atmosphere in the hall gradually became more lively.

Time passed by, and soon it was time for the auction to begin.

"Thoth, the auction has started. It looks like the host is that Drago."

The girl's clear, layered voice called out in his ear, and Thoth's eyes naturally opened. He immediately saw Dragus standing behind the auction stage, wearing a sharp burgundy suit.

Noticing Thoth's gaze, Drago's lips curled into a playful smile before his gaze calmly swept around the field.

"I am Drago, and I am in charge of this auction, which is jointly organized by Mr. Du Felder, the big boss of the underworld, and several big bosses of Glass Pearl Island."

He was also the auctioneer at this auction.

I know that the people who come here are all renowned figures in the East China Sea.

Everyone who has come here must be here for that final ocean treasure.

However, as he said this, his eyes suddenly became incredibly sharp, like those of a bird or beast soaring high in the sky.

Almost everyone who met his gaze felt a chill run down their spine. Dragus watched them with satisfaction as their eyes filled with awe. Suddenly, he smiled brightly:

"Alright. Without further ado, let's begin this underground auction."

First, the first item up for auction is a piece of sea monster that supposedly plundered a kingdom's treasure trove in the East China Sea twenty years ago.

According to our professional assessment, its authenticity is highly reliable.

He gestured to one of the ladies-in-waiting standing beside him.

A tray was handed to him, and he picked up a weathered parchment treasure map from it and held it up to show it.

"The starting bid is 800 million Berries, and each bid must be at least 100 million Berries higher."

As soon as he finished speaking, curious and excited conversations immediately filled the room.

"I'll offer 800 million."

Soon someone was the first to call out a bid.

Upon seeing this, Dragu's lips curled into a slight smile, and he raised his hand in that direction:

"The customer at table number 3 has bid 800 million, but it's said that this is a treasure map containing at least hundreds of millions of dollars worth of treasure. Are there any customers who have made a higher bid?"

"I'll offer 1000 million."

Suddenly, a shout rang out.

Judging from his arrogant and domineering demeanor, it seemed like he was determined to win. Thoth turned his head and saw Bucky the Clown. He really lived up to his name, the magical treasure boy whose life dream was to find all the treasures in the ocean.

At that moment, the people in the hall saw the infamous clown Bucky, and fear appeared in their eyes.

Many people didn't want to provoke him, so just as Bucky was feeling smug, Dragu's eye twitched and the first item sold for a less than expected 1000 million.

Bucky's maniacal laughter echoed throughout the entire arena.

As Thoth watched Dragu's discomfiture, a pleasant smile slowly crept onto his lips.

Seeing the latter force a smile, he let the waitress bring up the second item for auction.

The second item in the auction was a set of blueprints for a two-shot rifle that was several generations more advanced than those available on the Donghai market.

Starting bid: 900 million pesos.

The atmosphere in the room became increasingly lively, and there were quite a few knowledgeable people. In the end, the item was sold to a gang leader for a high price of fifty million dollars.

Thoth watched, a sense of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, a feeling of mixed emotions, often including regret or nostalgia) in his eyes. The arms business, no matter the world, is a highly profitable industry.

The third, fourth, and fifth items were a precious jewelry necklace, a powerful sniper rifle from the Great Sea Route, and yet another high-value treasure map.

As more and more items were put up for auction, the atmosphere in the room became increasingly heated.

It was like a carnival; in this backward waters of the East China Sea, many unusual goods from the great sea routes appeared.

Thoth watched calmly as Drago traded items that weren't actually considered precious on the Grand Line.

But in the eyes of these local leopards in the East China Sea today, that is extremely precious.

After all, it's a great sea route.

This is... the brand effect.

……

"Next, we will be auctioning our twenty-third item, which is also one of our final items of the auction."

A rare and precious weapon.

A longsword that we have certified to be in no way inferior to the 21 Great Swords in terms of toughness and sharpness.

Dragu took a sword case wrapped in silk from the waitress.

As he removed the silk cloth and opened the sword case, a long sword with an antique and elegant appearance, a bluish-gray blade and a bright white hilt, appeared. The sword and scabbard were fixed separately in the sword case.

"This longsword was unearthed from the ruins of an ancient kingdom during a relic exploration on the Great Sea Route."

It has withstood at least two hundred years without rusting. The material of this sword is very special, and the blade and body of this sword will never be stained with blood.

It is 138 cm long, 4.6 cm wide, and weighs 489 catties. Its name is Tyrfist.

Drago explained the features of the double-edged, two-handed greatsword in a seductive tone, but Thoth sensed a sense of apprehension from him.

Moreover, looking at Tyr's Edge in the sword case, Thoth's eyes flickered slightly, and he became certain in his heart:

"This is a demonic sword."

In the sense of all things breathing, this sword exudes an alien presence and is extremely rebellious.

No wonder they put it up for auction; they probably can't use it themselves, or perhaps they've suffered from this sword before!

At this moment, Drago announced the starting price for this famous weapon: "Tyrfong's starting price is 30 million Berries, and each bid will be no less than one million."

It was simple yet magnificent, clearly not an ordinary item, making all the swordsmen present envious.

But, thirty million Berries to buy a sword?

At this moment, the passion in most people's hearts was extinguished by this bucket of cold water. Those in the know understand that a great sword usually costs only ten million, but this one costs twice as much.

Dragu's eyes were calm.

If it weren't for the fact that many of their company's powerful swordsmen couldn't wield this demonic sword, their president wouldn't have agreed to send it to the East China Sea for auction.

The Demon Blade is a true masterpiece; it was just used as a gimmick this time. Giving such a powerful weapon to the East Sea people who don't know its value is a loss for them.

They wouldn't be willing to spend ten million to auction it off; they wouldn't want to lose money even if they had to sell it. And he was already prepared for it to go unsold.

"Thirty million peles."

Suddenly, a voice rang out. Drago looked over and saw a gang leader holding up a paddle and announcing a bid. A look of astonishment immediately appeared in his eyes.

However, upon further reflection, their eyes calmed down again. If they were to sell it for 30 million, it wouldn't be a loss for them.

After all, they found them too.

"Table 10, 30 million Berries. Is there any future great swordsman who wants to bid for this legendary sword?"

Thirty-one million.

Thirty-two million.

Immediately, with Drago's encouragement, several more people started bidding, and in the end, the price of the Tyr's Edge was raised to 37 million Berries.

070. Steel Fruit!

A group of sea turtles from the East China Sea.

They're not happy about raising the price.

Dragu cursed inwardly, but his face beamed with a smile:

"The gentleman at table number ten has bid another 37 million. Is there anyone else who wants this sword? 37 million twice."

Upon seeing this, Tot, amidst Karina's curiosity, raised his number:

Thirty-eight million Berries.

An unexpected price quote.

The man at table number ten frowned, but his expression turned grim when he saw it was Thoth.

Drago turned his head subtly, but upon confirming it was Thoth, a strange look immediately appeared in his eyes, and a smile gradually spread across his face. "You little devil who's courting death."

You dare ask for a demon sword? That's hilarious.

"Thirty-eight million once?"

"Is there anyone else who wants to raise the price?"

"Thirty-eight million twice... thirty-eight million three times..."

"Sold!! Let's congratulate Mr. Tote, the Haiyi C person."

Now that he's got the sword, he'll surely become even more powerful in the future!

Congratulations! Congratulations!

After the auction, our professional staff will escort you backstage to complete the transaction for your item.

Dragu had a bright smile on his face, but he didn't forget to tease Thoth in his words.

At this point, Toth officially confirmed that the guy in the newspaper was the one who did it.

Thoth stared at him expressionlessly, while simultaneously sensing the constant stream of malicious emotions emanating from the arena. Meanwhile, the smile on Dragus's face gradually faded as Thoth looked at him.

Although Thoth didn't seem to have any murderous intent, he felt a strange sense of oppression constantly rising from within him.

This made him feel very uncomfortable, and he gradually felt frustrated. That damn brat.