The Legendary Family of One Piece

Chapter 507 Human nature can only be truly seen when one is down on one's luck.

The New World – Dressrosa!

Atop the highest mountain in all of Dressrosa, a vast expanse of golden sunflowers radiates brilliant light, surrounding an exquisite palace.

This is the royal palace of Dressrosa, and the residence of Doflamingo, the young master of the Donquixote Family.

Inside the royal palace!

Doflamingo, wearing pink glasses and a fur coat, swirled a glass of red wine in his hand, looking quite content.

He was very satisfied with the developments over this period of time.

The problem is that he doesn't have any decent scientists at his disposal. It's worth noting that scientists have played an indispensable role in the development of the Heberfeller family to its current state.

Becoming a behemoth like the Heberfeller family is indeed incredibly difficult.

Because this involves almost every aspect, from military power, technology, medicine, infrastructure, economy, prestige...

The Heberfeller family is in a league of its own in the world; their development is remarkably balanced.

It's hard to find such a terrifying family even in history... and now they've even established a nation.

Even if the world government doesn't acknowledge it, such a kingdom still possesses unparalleled influence.

In Doflamingo's view, the four words "Hippefeller" are becoming a kind of symbol, and will inevitably become more and more transcendent in the future.

When you hear the name Heberfeller, the first thing that comes to mind is this enormous behemoth.

It can be said that the Don Quixote family and the Heberfeller family are incomparable in every respect.

Only Doflamingo, as the head of the entire family, could truly understand Charlotte's prowess.

The two factions are actually quite similar in structure, and Doflamingo has done extensive research on the Hibernian family.

The uniqueness of the Heberfeller family is impossible to replicate, but what exactly is the difference? This is something he has never been able to understand.

Charlotte's strength wasn't merely physical; it was his impeccable vision and strategic planning that truly inspired awe.

Doflamingo's thoughts were racing.

Diamanti, dressed in a rustic style with a fur-trimmed hat, two red facial markings, and a red cloak, hurried in.

The newcomer was none other than Diamante, one of his trusted lieutenants and a Paramecia-type Devil Fruit user, the Flutter-Flutter Fruit.

"Dover..."

Doflamingo stopped thinking when he heard Diamante's call, put down his wine glass, and crossed his legs, resting his hands on his hips.

"What's wrong?"

Diamanti, contrary to his usual behavior, had his usual verbal tics disappear and spoke solemnly.

"The Heberfeller family has arrived."

Doflamingo was clearly taken aback. This was truly the first time in years that the Hippefeller family had come to his new headquarters.

This surprised him somewhat!

However, he didn't feel anything was wrong.

He had naturally met many powerful executives in the Heberfeller family.

But only a handful of people deserve his personal greeting.

"Send someone to receive and arrange things properly; there must be no negligence."

Diamanti couldn't help but cough, and quickly added.

"Dover...it is that esteemed sir who has arrived."

Doflamingo's pupils contracted rapidly; could he still be called an adult or a nobleman?

It was obvious that the head of the Heberfeller family and the king of the Heberfeller kingdom had arrived.

Doflamingo, who had been somewhat composed, could no longer sit still and abruptly stood up.

Are you kidding me?

If such an important figure is neglected, the entire Heberfeller family might wipe out his base the very next day.

The majesty of the Great Sea King, the prestige of the legendary patriarch, and the exalted position of the vast kingdom—if he were to do something that would damage his reputation...

The consequences were quite terrible.

Just as the Four Emperors of the Sea have reached their current status, their subordinates are far more concerned than the emperors themselves about whether their leader's prestige has been damaged.

Thinking of this, even the unruly Doflamingo couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat.

Most importantly, Hibernian Charlotte was someone he could count on one hand the number of times he had met her in private, yet she had come here in person today.

What exactly happened?

"Hurry up!"

Doflamingo strode forward, still pondering where things had gone wrong.

On the other side!

Three ships were anchored in the harbor.

Charlotte and her friends began to stroll through the bustling streets, where people came and went, creating a lively and vibrant atmosphere.

The streets are filled with fast-moving toy puppets, which amaze first-time visitors to the country.

"Is this the Texas Rosa, the land known as the 'Land of Love, Passion, and Toys'?"

Yamato couldn't help but marvel at how rare it was to find such a peaceful, prosperous, and interesting place.

"It does look pretty good."

Even the seemingly quiet Robin spoke up, and to be fair, the first impression this place gave was quite good.

Faced with Yamato's reflections and Robin's words.

Mitis and Hariri didn't say much about what these toys were.

It was mentioned in the family's intelligence.

These toys were all created using Sugar's Devil Fruit powers, a member of the Donquixote Family.

They included traitors from the Donquixote Family, rebels from Dressrosa, pirates from the New World, marines, spies...

They're all just people.

However, this is nothing to the Heberfeller family.

Just like the Heberfeller family's prison, which also held many pirates, spies, and other hostile forces.

This tactic is commonplace.

Since they already know the outcome, there's no need to disturb those who don't.

Suddenly, squads of Don Quixote Family warriors appeared on the street and quickly sealed off the entire street.

Doflamingo appeared to greet them with his family executives.

Charlotte smiled slightly, surprised that this guy reacted so quickly.

"F-F-F-F-F... Lord Charlotte, I was rude. I came from afar and was unable to greet you in time. Please forgive me."

Doflamingo's attitude was very sincere. Whether or not it was out of genuine concern for him, his current attitude was at least satisfactory.

"It's been so many years, Dover!"

Charlotte spoke calmly, not caring about the so-called pomp and circumstance; a strong person can never be ignored, no matter where they are.

The strongest are the best symbols of status.

With his strength and vision, he no longer cares about these empty praises.

Because he has witnessed firsthand the true nature of the false support generated at the peak.

His battle with Shiki the Golden Lion is still vivid in my memory.

Only twilight can witness the piety of believers, for the true nature of a person can only be seen in times of despair.

After decades of trials and tribulations, he is no longer the naive young man he once was.

What the years leave behind is not just time, but also those unique and remarkable experiences.

Doflamingo could clearly feel that indescribable majesty; those who had long held high positions had long since developed an aura of authority that commanded respect without anger.

This is also the spirit that comes with the test of time and the tempering of experience.

"Please come in, Lord Charlotte. I have arranged a grand banquet."

Charlotte glanced at Doflamingo and didn't want to linger there any longer.

He has too many things to deal with and no time to waste.

"Dover, you should know very well that I came here in person for a reason."

Hearing Charlotte's words, Doflamingo's eyelids twitched; these words made him feel a little flustered.

"Please speak frankly, Lord Charlotte."

Doflamingo's decisiveness is actually quite astonishing; he is able to give the most reasonable and accurate answer when facing him.

It has to be said that Doflamingo is a figure not to be underestimated.

Those who truly witnessed the rise of the Hibernian family, including Doflamingo, understood the family's glory and terror far better than those inexperienced young pirates.

"Did you instigate the war in the Flower Kingdom?"

A simple sentence, like the explosion of a deep-sea torpedo, stirred up a huge wave.

He hadn't expected that the Sea King Hibernian Charlotte had come for matters concerning the Flower Kingdom.

"No, that's not true!"

Doflamingo quickly denied it.

What a joke! He's just the one selling weapons; the World Government is the real driving force behind it, and he has little to do with it!

Most importantly, even the head of the Heberfeller family has intervened in this matter, indicating that the issues involved are definitely not minor.

He's not going to be foolish enough to be used as a pawn.

"The world government is actually behind this; I'm just going with the flow."

After explaining, Doflamingo immediately assured him, "However, I will immediately halt the arms deal."

Charlotte was satisfied with Doflamingo's answer: "Good, then the Heberfeller family will correspondingly increase your authority in the Chamber of Commerce."

Upon hearing Charlotte's words, Doflamingo couldn't help but feel a jolt in his heart.

Do you know what the Heberfeller Chamber of Commerce, founded by the Heberfeller family, is?

It is an absolutely super-sized business guild, unique in the world, and that authority represents the degree of intimacy with the Heberfeller Business Guild.

Getting this privilege level up is extremely difficult.

Because increased privileges mean the ability to purchase better and more valuable products from the Hibernian family.

This was naturally a great thing for the Don Quixote family; their meager weapon sales couldn't compare to the allure of the Heberfeller family's goods!

To be honest, if the Heberfeller family were truly angered and their supply of goods were cut off, the losses would be far beyond what the Don Quixote family could afford.

Nowadays, Don Quixote's vast majority of trade deals are with various goods from the Heberfeller family.

Charlotte knew very well that it was not advisable to suppress the enemy with force, and that destroying the Don Quixote family was nothing.

In the future, there will be the Zoldyck family, the Vongola family... the list goes on and on.

The method of giving you a beating followed by a sweet treat is very effective.

"And one more thing, I need the Tontatta tribe of Dressrosa."

Charlotte wasn't being coy; he gave away a big cake, so it was perfectly reasonable for him to ask for some additional benefits as well!

Doflamingo did not refuse Charlotte's request; the Tontatta tribe were just free laborers to him.

Whether it exists or not is not a big problem.

"In that case, it will naturally be as you wish, sir."

Don Quixote laughed.

An exchange of benefits was achieved peacefully and perfectly, as expected, and went smoothly.

(End of this chapter)