I just want to find a job, and then become a Navy Admiral.

And just as the man in the pink suit finished speaking...

A sinister smile immediately appeared on his Den Den Mushi, followed by Doflamingo's voice: "Fufufufu~~ Tesoro, don't be so heartless. We have a long-standing relationship, and our business is still going strong."

Upon hearing this, Gild Tesoro, the "Golden Emperor," immediately smirked. "What nonsense are you spouting, Doflamingo? Even though you're just reading the newspaper, how can you guarantee normal business with me now that you're wanted by the World Government again? Our clients won't wait for you to find a new base."

As he said this, Tesoro pulled the graceful woman beside him into his arms, but his eyes remained fixed on the Den Den Mushi in his hand, waiting for Doflamingo's reply.

Those light blue eyes flickered in the dimly lit room, as if they were eagerly awaiting Doflamingo's answer.

Former enemies.

My friends now.

He has always only had business dealings with Doflamingo, but he is also wary of him.

Even now that Doflamingo has lost his status as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

Immediately, Doflamingo's voice came from the other end of the Den Den Mushi: "I'm just leaving, but that doesn't mean I'm giving up all my business, Tesoro. And the latest shipment should have been delivered to you by now, right? That super rare Devil Fruit—I gave you the auction rights for it. I also had all the buyers contact you; that's a huge profit."

Upon hearing this, Tesoro glanced at the small box that had been placed separately on the table.

Doflamingo's voice continued, "Whether it's out of sincerity or for some other reason, I have a big deal to discuss with you, Tesoro."

After saying this, the Den Den Mushi emitted another eerie "fufufufu" laugh, and Doflamingo added, "A deal that can grant you your wish, and also grant me my wish!"

Tesoro frowned slightly, then brought the wine glass to his lips: "But I've heard about it before... your dealings with the World Government... no, with the Celestial Dragons. Now that you're a dangerous element again, I don't think you can survive them. The World Government's [CP] might be searching for you all over the world right now, not to mention the Navy."

Doflamingo burst into laughter: "Hahaha~~ Fufufufu!! Don't try to test me, Tesoro. You've been dealing with me for so many years, old buddy, you should know very well that I won't just leave so easily. I took the initiative to loosen the reins!"

Having said that, Tesoro's lips curled into a wide smile as he held the Den Den Mushi in his hand: "You know very well who our underground business involves, and you especially know very well what I'm holding captive on. The moment I released those 'monsters,' the world completely changed. Even after Kaido's death, strange phenomena began to appear in this world! Especially you... my old friend..."

"You..." Doflamingo paused for a moment.

Tezzo loosened his grip on the woman beside him, gesturing for her to leave.

Tesorona's eyes, reflecting a pale golden light from the dim candlelight in the opulent room, stared intently at the Den Den Mushi.

"I know that after Kaido died, you used your inexhaustible wealth to manipulate two countries that used to be Kaido's territory into starting a war, hee hee hee~~ But your goal wasn't to occupy and rule them, was it? You just coveted their location; those two countries occupy crucial positions on trade routes. And... I heard you were behind it all, getting them to join the World Government, so you'd have another way to deal with the Celestial Dragons, right?"

Listening to Doflamingo's words on the other end of the Den Den Mushi, Tesoro gripped his wine glass slightly, his face showing some displeasure.

If Doflamingo knows about this, it means that the people around him will be replaced again.

But the next moment, Tesoro's lips curled up: "So, you've also become a supplier for Big Mom? I heard that Big Mom has now gone to Wano Country, and that monster Whitebeard has also gone to that freak country."

At this point, Tezzolo put down his wine glass, and a gold coin suddenly appeared in his hand, which he twirled and played with between his fingers. "They're going to start a war, aren't they?"

Doflamingo on the other end of the Den Den Mushi said, "It sounds like you've turned the tables on me, Tesoro. But let's get straight to the point. War is inevitable. That 'Strongest Man in the World' knows very well that he's been out of the public eye for too long. Now he needs to establish his authority. But at the same time... Big Mom, who has gained the Beasts Pirates' support, will also retaliate with her strongest forces. Times have changed, old friend."

"The deaths of the Four Emperors are news, and the changes in the Seven Warlords of the Sea are an even bigger signal. My voluntary departure from the Seven Warlords seems like a big deal? No! I'm just making the world a little crazier. Like I said, I've loosened the reins, and the forces at sea will inevitably start to stir. That seemingly inactive 'Red-Haired Shanks' is the most dangerous one; that man has too many secrets! Or perhaps the other uneasy 'Seven Warlords of the Sea' will not stand idly by after seeing the current state of the Navy and the World Government? Or maybe it's those newly emerging pirate brats, and... the 'Revolutionary Army,' which gives the World Government the biggest headache, is the heart of the people!"

"You should be well aware of the movements of the powerful figures in various regions! The Golden Lion, who was once on par with Whitebeard and Roger, has reappeared, and Moria has also left that cloud and gone to the New World, I don't know what he's up to..."

At this point, Doflamingo seemed unable to contain his laughter: "As for the Navy, Sengoku and his crew unleashed a monster that recklessly disrupts the rules of the sea. Since that's the case, they must bear the consequences themselves. But... Sengoku clearly knows nothing. The so-called balance that the World Government is trying to maintain isn't just any balance; it's something his superiors are hiding!"

"Tesoro! A Celestial Dragon, destined to be brought down, isn't that your wish? I know your past perfectly well, so... do you want to talk to me about the business I want to discuss now? We're in the middle of this mess, we can't just sit idly by, can we?"

Upon hearing this, Tesoro paused for a moment...

Wow!

A greedy and arrogant smile spread across his face: "So you really were driven to the brink by the Navy, which is why you resorted to this disgusting act against the World Government. But... welcome to my side, buddy!"

A new world on the high seas...

The Don Quixote family's ships sailed on the high seas.

Doflamingo laughed when he heard Tesoro's words on the other end of the Den Den Mushi.

Doflamingo was not at all surprised that Tesoro guessed he had to leave Dressrosa, nor was he surprised that Tesoro knew he was deliberately trying to disgust the World Government.

because...

It wasn't important to begin with.

So he began, "Before I arrive, would you like to hear about that Navy officer, Su An?"

A sea breeze blows by.

Right behind Doflamingo's location, under the sail.

A man dressed as a member of the Donquixote Family appeared to be pulling on a rope, but his gaze kept drifting towards Doflamingo.

Her pink hair slid down her shoulders as she was being secretly watched.

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