Chapter 242: Delivered to the Door
"You came to see me—what is it?"
Seeing her appear, Jiang Qize already knew she had been sent by the World Government. However, he didn't intend to expose it yet and wanted to see what she was planning to do.
"Heh heh heh, I just wanted to get acquainted with the famous Summoner. After all, I'm just a weak little woman with a thin foundation. If I could rely on a powerful force, I wouldn't have to live in fear all the time."
Stussy swayed her graceful body as she walked toward him, speaking coquettishly, her voice incredibly soft.
"Oh?"
Jiang Qize lifted her chin and calmly looked into her eyes.
He had to admit that although this woman was a bit older, she had taken good care of herself and still possessed a certain charm.
Yes—Stussy was indeed quite old. Otherwise, it would have been impossible for her to become one of the underground emperors.
Stussy stared straight back at him, her eyes unblinking.
The corner of Jiang Qize's mouth curled slightly as he released his hand. "Then why don't you come aboard my ship and have a look?"
"Heh heh heh, I've long heard how massive and extraordinary the Dragon Flame Pirates' ship is. I've wanted to see it for myself for a long time. Now that I have the chance, I couldn't ask for more."
Although a little surprised, Stussy still agreed.
She had never imagined that the Summoner would know her true identity. After all, only the Five Elders and the CP0 organization knew—no one else did.
A wicked smile tugged at Jiang Qize's lips.
Who would've thought—Kizaru had just left, and now a CP0 agent had come knocking. This turn of events was pretty fast.
Since she had delivered herself to him, refusing her would be disrespectful to the World Government's "kind intentions."
They then headed toward the Dragon Flame.
Ten minutes later.
They returned to the Dragon Flame.
Once aboard, Stussy made no effort to hide her astonishment. Her eyes gleamed as she continuously took in every detail of the ship.
"Robin, bring some fruit to entertain our guest."
Jiang Qize looked at Robin and said with a smiling expression.
Robin immediately understood. "Yes, Captain."
Stussy didn't think much of it and continued observing the ship as she spoke, "Mr. Summoner, could you introduce me to the shipwright who built this vessel? I'd like to commission a ship like this myself."
"Sure. You'll see him in a moment."
Jiang Qize nodded.
"Really?" Stussy's eyes lit up.
She hadn't expected the Summoner to be so easygoing. Hahaha… once I lure that shipwright away, let's see if you're still smiling!
Soon, Robin walked out holding a dinosaur Devil Fruit.
The moment she saw that strange fruit, an ominous feeling rose in Stussy's heart.
"Um… I'm not feeling very well. Maybe next time."
A pained expression appeared on Stussy's face. Her acting skills were worthy of an award—she looked utterly pitiful.
"Next time, we'll be meeting in Mary Geoise."
Jiang Qize looked at her with a faint smile and spoke softly.
At those words, Stussy froze. It was as if a bolt of lightning had struck her mind. Her pupils shrank sharply, and her breathing grew rapid.
"CP0 Stussy—you brought yourself right to me."
Jiang Qize smiled at her.
"Heh… heh heh… Mr. Summoner, what are you talking about? I don't understand…"
Stussy forced a stiff smile onto her face, her pupils filled with tension as she spoke.
"You'll understand soon enough. Here—have some fruit!"
"Soru!"
The moment he reached out with the fruit, Stussy suddenly turned and used Soru, vanishing from where she stood in an attempt to escape.
But how could she possibly be faster than Jiang Qize, who was enhanced by both the Speed-Speed Fruit and the Lightning Fruit?
A streak of lightning flashed past.
Jiang Qize appeared right in front of her, grabbed her by the throat, and dragged her back onto the Dragon Flame.