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

In the dimly lit room, Doflamingo's low laughter sounded even more eerie.

Even though the woman behind Tesoro was one of his subordinates, she couldn't help but show a wary expression when she heard the "Heavenly Demon's" laughter.

Doflamingo continued to gaze out the window at the magnificent entertainment industry below, at the glamorous tourists walking among it, at the resolute-looking ordinary people, and at the numb and expressionless staff.

Doflamingo tilted his head slightly to look at Tesoro: "Although it's inappropriate to say this, old friend, I thought so too a while ago. But in this world, things are unpredictable."

Tezzolo chuckled, leaned back, held a glass of red wine in his hand, crossed his legs, and his arrogance and haughtiness were fully revealed the moment he smiled.

Furthermore, the faint golden powder was barely visible under the dim light of the room, but it was clear that the dust was being controlled by someone.

No words are needed.

Just by looking at Tesoro, Doflamingo already knew what Tesoro meant, and laughed, "Fufufufu~~ You really haven't changed a bit, Tesoro!"

Tesoro grinned. "You seem to have become a coward, Doflamingo. Besides... you escaped Dressrosa with the former king of that country, which isn't like you at all."

Upon hearing this, Doflamingo smirked and turned to walk towards the sofa: "People always cherish the past. I've known King Riku for many years. Since I've chosen to leave, it's only natural to take him with me, isn't it?"

After speaking, Doflamingo sat down on the sofa.

Tesoro's subordinate immediately stepped forward to pour Doflamingo a drink.

Tesoro looked at the red wine in his hand, then raised his gaze to Doflamingo: "So, what exactly is this deal you're talking about? I've looked into it, and you're in a pretty bad situation right now, especially since you've already announced your withdrawal from the Seven Warlords of the Sea. And after all these days, your bounty still hasn't been announced."

Although he hated the Celestial Dragons, Tesoro, who had also dealt with them, was well-versed in their tactics, so he looked at Doflamingo bluntly and said, "You're on the World Government's kill list, Doflamingo."

At this point, Tesoro noticed the change in Doflamingo's expression: "I'm curious, what secrets do you know that allow you to make direct deals with them for so many years, and make them tolerate you at every turn?"

Doflamingo, who had been looking down at his red wine, suddenly looked up at Tesoro upon hearing his words. His face showed no anger, but rather a sinister smile: "It's a secret powerful enough to bring the Celestial Dragons down from their pedestals and overturn the entire world!"

Tesoro stared intently at Doflamingo, his eyes, gleaming with a pale golden light, filled with anticipation.

However, Doflamingo immediately laughed and said, "But now is not the time to tell you, Tesoro. After all, I also need some leverage, don't I? Besides, our deal hasn't even started yet."

After saying that, Doflamingo picked up his wine glass.

Upon hearing this, Tesoro also picked up his wine glass: "The transaction began the moment I secretly allowed your family members into my quarters. And... the gift you gave me will now be auctioned off immediately."

Doflamingo's lips curled into a smile as he looked at Tesoro: "Don't make it sound like we're really on the run. Countries are easy to create; you can just build another one. I'm here to make allies. After all, dragging the Celestial Dragons into this mess requires more than just one or two allies. As for the pirates, they're naturally happier the more chaotic the world is, especially now that pirates from all over the world are flooding into the New World. And the bigwigs in the New World... their biggest concern right now is the battle in Wano Country, a battle that could determine the future of naval power."

"So whatever we do now, not many people will care."

Tesoro looked at Doflamingo but did not interrupt him.

Doflamingo continued, "You asked me why I suddenly announced my departure from the Seven Warlords of the Sea, so let me ask you, what will be the fate of the countries that lose my arms supply...?"

Doflamingo continued, "Old friend, you and I have both experienced the most wretched ways of survival in this world, so you should know very well that what those countries will face after losing their weapons is not peace, but even more insane chaos!"

"Even without my weapons, weapons from other places will flood in, and the ones supplying these weapons might even be the so-called 'righteous' side! There's never been any peace in the world, not even here... fufufufu~~ the darkness here is worse than anywhere else. But that's the law of the world!"

"Brightness and darkness? Without a relative perspective, how can we define good and evil?"

Tesoro looked at Doflamingo, and his mind drifted back to his past, to the woman who had smiled and cried at him.

Doflamingo continued, "So, what do you think a Marine who prides himself on being the epitome of justice, even to the point of going mad for a group of children, would do after witnessing what the Celestial Dragons do to children...?"

Tesoro looked at Doflamingo with a puzzled expression, because he didn't understand that sentence.

But he still said, "Aren't all the people in the Navy self-proclaimed righteous, yet still wagging their tails even when they know what the Celestial Dragons are doing?"

Doflamingo's lips curled into a smile, his face revealing excitement: "That's why we're going to test this Su An. And the Celestial Dragons... won't they be very obedient to you after taking the money? Let's use a Celestial Dragon's life to conduct an experiment!"

Tesoro had already heard about Suan from Doflamingo, and he had also seen the news about the newly crowned naval hero in the newspapers.

and...

Although Doflamingo didn't say it explicitly.

However, Tesoro could also deduce that Doflamingo's current predicament was likely caused by Suan.

Doflamingo continued, "A person who could kill Kaido and is considered a hero by the Navy, who could kill a Celestial Dragon or see what a Celestial Dragon does, would still turn a blind eye."

Hearing this, Tesoro looked at Doflamingo: "I'm not interested in this, Doflamingo. Besides, this is just your personal grudge. Moreover... as a Marine, how could you not know what the Celestial Dragons have done?"

Doflamingo laughed, "No, that man doesn't know. Once you truly understand him, you'll find him quite interesting. Especially since the world has changed because of him."

Tesoro's expression froze.

But Doflamingo changed the subject, saying, "Then let's talk about the trade. Let's put a price tag on the heads of all the navy and world government officials in the world..."

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Just then, the Den Den Mushi (snail phone) rang.

As soon as the call connected, a man's voice came from the other end of the Den Den Mushi: "Lord Tesoro, the auction is ready, and all the buyers are waiting."

Upon hearing this...

With a whoosh, Doflamingo stood up and looked at Tesoro: "Fufufufu~~ The transaction isn't in a hurry, so I won't disturb you while you make your money."

After saying that, he got up and walked directly towards the door.

Tesoro watched Doflamingo's retreating figure without uttering a sound.

Tesoro's face darkened only after Doflamingo had completely left the room.

Celestial Dragons...

Tesoro once again recalled the scene of her being taken away that day.

"Bakala".

The red-haired woman, who had been standing behind the sofa, looked at Tezzo.

Tezzolo said, "Take a close look at the passenger list that has been on the ship these past few days, identify all the suspicious ones, and... investigate that Suan. No matter how much it costs, have his information on my desk before sunset."

Baccarat responded immediately.

Tesoro leaned back on the sofa, staring at the ceiling, but then a smirk appeared on his face as he thought of Doflamingo's unfinished words, "That Doflamingo guy is really going to pull off something big."

With that, he stood up abruptly, picked up the Den Den Mushi, and said, "Send the video over, then notify them to begin the auction!"

Outside the corridor...

"Young Master, we haven't found that little girl Rebecca yet, but we're certain she saw us leaving and secretly boarded the ship, intending to kill you." An old man in a bodysuit came to Doflamingo's side as soon as he came out.

Upon hearing this, Doflamingo laughed and said, "There's no need to be so nervous. Once she's on this ship, it's destined that she can't leave. Besides... being able to leave with us is a good thing."

The old man nodded solemnly: "King Riku has been imprisoned, but we will conduct a thorough inspection before we leave. However..."

The old man glanced back at the door to Tezzolo's room. "Will he do it?"

Upon hearing this, Doflamingo looked at the old man: "He will definitely do it! He hates the Celestial Dragons more than anyone else! But, is there any news about that Su An?"

The old man shook his head: "Since He left, there hasn't been any news from the G5 branch. I suppose she's still there. But now that He has arrived in Dressrosa, she should be sending news soon."

Doflamingo nodded: "Yeah, tell everyone not to relax too much, especially Sugar. After we're done here, we'll head to the North Blue... That kid Law owes me, he needs to pay me back!"

But then I suddenly remembered Tesoro's expression just now.

Doflamingo, however, inexplicably let out a "fufufufu~~" laugh.

Su An...

……

At the same time, right in front of a small shop.

"Huh?" Su An suddenly paused, subconsciously looking left and right, but didn't see anything.

Then he turned back and looked at the merchandise in the shop window with a serious expression.