Starting as a pirate, he rose to become the strongest Shinigami in Soul Society.

Chapter 221 Beckman: You bastard, you betrayed me!?

Isregia.

At the Opera Grand Hotel, popular singer Uta is resting in her luxurious suite on the top floor.

An agent from New Century Records was also in the room. He said with a mixture of anticipation and unease, "Uta, are you sure you don't need to prepare? That's a Navy Admiral! Apparently, he's a fan of yours. The chairman is bringing him to meet you in a bit, so you'd better be polite!"

"I know, I know, you've told me that countless times, I'm sick of it." Uta waved her hand without any pressure, then asked, "Where's Gordon? Where is he?"

"They said an important guest was coming, and he's been missing since this morning. He must be meeting the guest," the agent said.

After a slight pause, the agent complained somewhat discontentedly, "We still can't get in touch with him. Otherwise, he should have been involved in receiving the Admiral as well. I really don't know who he's supposed to be picking up? Is he some kind of higher-ranking Admiral?"

While the agent was filled with anxiety and apprehension.

In the secluded back garden of the Opera Hotel, the chairman of New Century Records finally met with Bann and his entourage.

The chairman didn't look very old, probably in his forties. When he saw Bane and his group approaching from a distance, he immediately perked up, his face beaming with excitement, and stepped forward to greet them, saying, "General Bane, Lieutenant General Garp, Mr. Kuzan, Mr. Zephyr, welcome! We've prepared a banquet, and Miss Uta has been waiting for quite some time."

Bane didn't put on airs, and shook hands with the president with a smile, saying, "Thank you very much for the invitation to Miss Uta's concert. I am truly flattered."

"Not at all, we are honored that you have come at our invitation," the chairman said, feigning great humility.

To be honest, the chairman didn't really expect the Navy Admiral to come. His sending out invitations was just a gesture of goodwill. After all, for those important figures, they might not come, but you can't not invite them!

After reuniting with Kap, Bane immediately decided to go and meet Uta.

The reason is simple: he doesn't know where Shanks and his crew are, but he knows very well that if the Red-Haired Pirates are coming, they are definitely coming for Uta. So, all he needs to do is guard the area around Uta, and things will be simple: just wait for the Red-Haired Pirates to appear.

Half an hour ago, upon learning that Admiral Black Fist Bane and a group of naval bigwigs were coming to participate in the concert, the guild leader immediately became excited. After communicating with them, he learned that Admiral Bane and the others were all fans of Miss Uta and very much hoped to meet her. Without hesitation, the guild leader arranged this event.

In his view, if he could gain the general's approval, he would have a top-notch backer in the New World!

"Mr. Chairman, you can tell from our attire that we're here in a private capacity, so there's no need to be so polite. Of course, if it's convenient, please be sure to keep our whereabouts confidential." Bane added with a somewhat troubled expression, "After all, we have our own difficulties."

"I understand, I understand." The chairman quickly replied, "General, please rest assured, we haven't informed anyone of your itinerary except for a very few essential staff members."

Soon, under the chairman's arrangement, Bane and the others took a private elevator from the hotel's back door and quietly arrived at the top floor.

Meanwhile, Gordon met the person he was waiting for in front of the hotel's main entrance.

Gordon is a native of Eregia and a musician. Shanks entrusted Uta to Gordon back then, and over the years, Gordon has nurtured Uta to where she is today. He is not only her musical mentor but also Uta's second adoptive father.

"Gordon." Shanks looked at Gordon and greeted him with a somewhat emotional expression, "We owe you a lot for informing us of this. Otherwise, with all the trouble Uta caused, we really wouldn't know how we would have handled it."

"I really have no other choice," Gordon said, shaking his head helplessly. "I've tried many methods to stop Uta, but she doesn't seem to listen to anything I say. I had no choice but to contact you."

Without further ado, he extended his hand and invited, "I heard that Uta is going to attend a party later. It seems that some important people have come to the island, but I haven't had time to find out who they are yet. Anyway, let me take you to see her first."

"Thank you for your trouble, but I'm sorry." Shanks nodded, then said, "I came here this time intending to forcibly take Uta away. After all, even you couldn't stop her, and I, as an incompetent father, obviously can't either. The only thing to do is to forcibly take her away first. You'll have to be separated for a while. I'll send her back after things have calmed down."

"Uta might not be willing to come back then," Gordon said with a wry smile.

He knew very well that although Uta often complained about Shanks and the others, and even harbored some resentment towards him, Uta actually wanted to see Shanks very much, and she still wanted to return to the Redford.

"Don't be so discouraged." Beckman chuckled and patted Gordon on the shoulder. "If Uta doesn't want to leave the ship in the future, we'll come back for you. Of course, that's assuming you don't hate being a pirate, hahaha."

"I think I do look more like a pirate than a musician," Gordon laughed.

Led by Gordon, Shanks and his crew quickly entered the Opera Hotel.

At this moment, Bane and his group stepped out of the elevator and saw several security personnel in black suits standing in front of the luxury suite. After noticing the commotion, the security personnel's wary eyes swept over everyone, but they relaxed when they found that the chairman of New Century Records was also there.

"Do not reveal the itinerary of these gentlemen to anyone. Also, if anyone comes to visit Uta later, decline their visit. Do not let anyone disturb the gentlemen's enjoyment," the chairman instructed the security captain.

"Understood." The security captain immediately indicated that he understood.

He recognized them, of course; the men who came were all high-ranking naval officers, and they naturally understood the importance of the occasion.

In particular, he used to be a member of the Navy, but he had never seen a Navy admiral up close while he was in the Navy. He never expected that after retiring and becoming a security guard, he would inexplicably have a close encounter with a Navy admiral.

After knocking on the door, the agent inside quickly opened it.

"President," the manager greeted respectfully, and quickly made way for him.

The reason he didn't speak to Bane and the others was because he knew very well that he wasn't qualified enough, and even his own chairman wouldn't be qualified if it weren't for the fact that the big boss had brought him here.

"Uta, look! Your fans have come to see you!" The president called out to Uta, who was standing up from the sofa, with a warm smile.

As expected of the most popular singer right now, she must encounter similar situations frequently. She didn't show any impoliteness, and said with a beaming smile, "I can't believe it, it really is you all! When the president told me you were my fans, I was a little skeptical."

Zeff and Garp, being their age, are naturally not the type to chase after celebrities, but they have seen it all before, and they both remained calm and composed.

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

Bane didn't actually know what song Uta sang. He smiled but didn't say anything. As for Kuzan, despite being almost fifty, he was a genuine fan of Uta. He happily stepped forward to shake hands with her and said, "Finally, I've met you, Miss Uta. I really like your song 'So Annoying.' For a while, I was feeling very irritable, and I really resonated with that song."

Not only Kuzan, but Ain and Nami were also quite excited, chattering excitedly around Uta, looking just like true fans.

Bane glanced at Robin beside him and asked, "Aren't you a fan of hers?"

"I guess I am, I've been listening to her songs a lot lately," Robin said after a moment's hesitation.

However, she was ultimately a more composed person and did not reveal her fan status.

Seeing that the atmosphere here was very good, the chairman was relieved. If he could take advantage of this opportunity and establish a personal relationship with General Bane and others at the banquet, he would be set for life!

Just then, some arguing sounds came from outside the door, which made the chairman frown slightly. He said with some dissatisfaction, "This Opera Hotel is really something. Such a luxurious suite, and the soundproofing is so bad? Go and see what's going on. Don't let irrelevant people disturb this place."

Upon hearing this, the agent immediately replied, "Yes, Chairman."

Then, he quickly walked towards the door, intending to use the power inside the room to scare away the people outside.

As soon as he reached the door and grabbed the doorknob, before he could even open it, the door was suddenly kicked open with a bang. The door frame slammed into his face, sending his manager flying and knocking him unconscious on the carpet.

Then, a figure rushed into the room shouting, "Uta, your farce ends here. No matter what, I'm taking you away today."

However, before he could finish speaking, he suddenly froze on the spot, and the fierce expression on his face turned into surprise and bewilderment.

It's Redhead! Not only was he stunned, but the people who rushed in behind him were also stunned.

Ben Beckman was the first to react, turning sharply to Gordon, who was equally stunned in the hallway, and said, "You betrayed us? This is a trap!?"

It's no wonder Beckman thought that way. Gordon clearly said that Uta was inside, but because Uta was surrounded by Kuzan and the others, and because of her small size, she couldn't see her at all.

So when they rushed in, good heavens, inside were none other than Admiral Bane, former Admiral Zephyr, former Admiral Kuzan, and hero Garp!

You said this is Uta's room?

This is more like the Marine Headquarters, isn't it?

A concert? Is it for high-ranking naval officers?

(End of this chapter)