Marineford in Sharingan, Uchiha Admiral

CP-0, Stussy...

Most of the CP organizations known to the Navy are CP1-CP8, while CP9, to which Lucci belongs, is an organization that requires certain privileges to be known.

Above that, there is CP-0, a secret intelligence agency directly under the World Government, hailed as the "strongest shield of the Celestial Dragons."

In theory, that's an organization that only a small number of lieutenant generals and above can access.

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Allen, of course, couldn't act like he already knew. He narrowed his eyes and revealed another identity of Stussy that he could know.

"I never imagined... that Miss Stussy, one of the emperors of the underworld and known as the Queen of the Pleasure District, would be my colleague..."

Although the entertainment district is called a "street", it is actually a huge maritime organization.

To put it bluntly...

They were cruise ships that provided that kind of trading service, catering to the underworld.

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Stussy smiled sweetly: "That's perfect for gathering intelligence, isn't it? After all, men are most likely to speak their true feelings when they're drunk or doing 'that'."

Allen shook his head: "It seems Miss Stussy still doesn't understand men enough."

"It is precisely in these two situations that men are most likely to lie."

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Stussy Apricot parted her lips slightly, then covered them with a smile: "Mr. Allen is quite interesting. Usually, when I talk to little Lucci about this kind of thing, he just ignores me coldly~"

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Through Stussy's way of addressing Lucci, and Lucci's subtle expression...

Allen is pretty sure that this Stussy is Lucci's "backer".

Allen had no interest in exploring the deeper relationship, and after a brief exchange of pleasantries, he got straight to the point.

"Can I understand that Miss Stussy is Lucci's superior? Whom are you representing, and what do you want from me?"

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"Are we getting down to business so soon? I'd like to learn more about Mr. Allen..."

Stussy waved his fingertips in front of him, his gaze darkened, and his demeanor changed drastically.

It gives the impression that she transformed from "Queen of the Pleasure Street" to "Kingsman" in an instant.

"The Five Elders asked me to ask you something, and your answer will determine whether we will have any further conversation."

"Excuse me."

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"Uchiha Allen... in your eyes, what kind of existence is the World Government, and what kind of existence are the Celestial Dragons?!"

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Allen did not answer immediately, as if he was seriously considering it. After careful deliberation, he said, "The World Government, established by twenty kings, is undoubtedly the most important entity for maintaining world order."

"The justice upheld by the World Government protects ordinary people from pirates."

"As descendants of twenty kings, the world's nobles rightfully enjoy a supreme status."

"There must always be someone to be a leader, and no one is more qualified than the world's nobles."

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"The world's nobles, the world government, are justice itself!"

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"Excellent answer!"

"You are now entitled to hear what I have to say."

Stussy couldn't help but applaud, while Lucci, standing beside him, was deeply moved, as if he had found a kindred spirit.

Allen's eyes detected a hint of deep disappointment hidden in Stussy.

By connecting this to her deeper identity, Allen understood the origin of her emotions.

Stussy, she was a complex woman.

She is a clone of Baginam Stussy, a member of the Rocks Pirates, and is the first successful product of the MADS Laboratory.

The Queen of Pleasure Street is her outermost identity; her second identity is a member of CP0. In reality, she is truly loyal to Vegapunk, the leader of MADS and the world's greatest scientist.

Vegapunk's joining the World Government and sending Stussy as an undercover agent demonstrates the fragility of their cooperation.

Years later, events proved Vegapunk's prediction correct.

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Allen knew he had to make a move. His brow furrowed, and his voice held a hint of suppressed anger: "Are you qualified?"

"Have my actions not earned the Five Elders' trust? How dare you ask such a question!"

"I shed blood for the Navy, to protect the Charlia Palace... Do you know that if Admiral Borsalino hadn't brought me to the hospital in time, I would be dead!"

"Are you doubting my loyalty!?"

Even without activating his Sharingan, Allen's vision possesses a penetrating power far exceeding that of ordinary people.

Under such intense scrutiny, Stussy felt very insecure, as if he were completely exposed.

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"I apologize, it was a problem with my wording. The Five Elders had no intention of doubting you."

Taking a deep breath, Stussy forced a smile: "It was my presumption to ask the question, Mr. Allen, blame me if you must."

Allen nodded: "Okay, then you can settle this score. Transfer eight million Berries to me another day to appease me."

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I was just being polite, did you really take it seriously...?

but……

Just like the intelligence reports, is he greedy for money...?

It's a weakness that can be exploited!

Normally, Stussy uses her beauty to gain the upper hand in conversations, but that won't work on the person in front of her.

This is the man who ignored the allure of the Pirate Empress Hancock!

Besides... if this guy looked in the mirror, he'd see a face even prettier than his own.

It takes a lot of intelligence for Stusi not to be captivated by that face.

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"A mere eight million Berries is enough to appease Mr. Allen; it's a very worthwhile deal," Stussy said with a professional, fake smile.

"The Five Elders have also instructed that you will be provided with the best medical care. During your recuperation period, you can consider where you will go in the future."

"Someone like you is wasting his talents as the head of the Xihai branch base."

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"First, would you like to join us?"

"The salary and benefits of a CP0 officer are equivalent to those of a vice admiral, and their authority during missions is no less than that of a vice admiral."

"Most importantly... compared to the navy, we have far more opportunities to get close to the world's nobles and be influenced by them!"

Stussy narrowed his foxy eyes and said with a light smile, "I've heard from little Lucci that your admiration for the Five Elders is endless, like the surging waves of the four seas."

"If you do well, you might even have the chance to serve the Five Elders!"

After saying that, Stussy gave him time to consider.

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Allen remained silent for a long time, looking quite tempted, before shaking his head with a sigh.

"I really want to join..."

"But after this battle, I realized something."

"People can only grow through constant experience and battles!"

"That guy, Kari, is tough to deal with. I have a feeling he'll be even stronger next time he appears!"

"If I remain stagnant, I might not be able to protect the Celestial Dragons next time."

"I have thought it over carefully, and I am not qualified to serve the Five Elders."

Peng——

Allen clenched his fist and declared firmly, "I will become stronger! Stronger than Admiral Borsalino, only then will I be qualified to stand before the Five Elders I admire!"

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Hmm... that should be about the time we can take action against the Five Elders.

Allen set his goal as an admiral, which would be the foundation for him to formally leave the Navy and confront the World Government.

Until then, I can only make do with this.

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"yes……"

"I respect your wishes, so what's the second option...?"