Chapter 246: The Deal Is Struck
"When I reach the New World, your pirate crew will make a move against the Big Mom Pirates."
Jiang Qize said with a smile as he looked at him.
"You want me to help you wipe out the Big Mom Pirates?"
Poken asked in a low voice.
"With your strength, you think you can wipe out Big Mom?"
Jiang Qize looked at him mockingly.
Hearing this was like several knives stabbing straight into Poken's heart—it hurt.
Poken's face darkened noticeably.
"You only need to hold down the Big Mom Pirates' small fry and keep them from escaping."
"You want to become an emperor?"
Poken took a deep breath.
He had struggled for so long and still hadn't defeated a single famous major pirate crew in the New World, yet in this kid's eyes, becoming an emperor was as easy as drinking water.
"Becoming an emperor… is it hard?"
Hard… hard… is it?
Listen to that—does this even sound human?
Even Charlotte Linlin wouldn't dare say something like that.
Although he really wanted to punch that arrogant face, when he glanced at Raptorex beside him and the molten giant in the distance, he backed down.
"I agree. Release them."
Poken said heavily.
"Alright."
Jiang Qize nodded with a smile, then moved his lips slightly.
In the distance, Canglong set the Poken Pirates' ship back down.
Although he could have taken down the Poken Pirates completely, there was no need. Keeping them around was more beneficial to him anyway—after all, they wouldn't be able to stir up much trouble.
Once he became an emperor, his strength would surge again. Taking them down later wouldn't be too late.
By then, however, they wouldn't really matter anymore.
Poken then left with his battered pirate ship—of course, not heading back to the New World, but to get the ship repaired.
…
On the Poken Pirates' ship.
"Captain, was it because you scared the Dragonflame Pirates' Summoner that the giant let us go?"
A pirate gathered around Poken and asked curiously.
Hearing this question, Poken's face instantly went black.
Scared him? You really think highly of me.
"Ahem… you guys have too much free time, huh? Hurry up and fix the ship!"
Lauker shouted.
"Yes, Boss Lauker."
The pirates quickly dispersed.
Lauker looked at Poken and said in a low voice, "I never thought the Dragonflame Pirates would be this strong. We really took a loss this time."
"Mm. The Marines underestimated their bounty."
Poken nodded.
"Once they enter the New World, things are going to get lively."
"That arrogant bastard Caesar is probably finished."
Light flickered in Poken's eyes.
He knew that many pirates were preparing to ambush the Dragonflame Pirates at the entrance to the New World. With Caesar's personality, that guy would definitely show up.
When that happens, the look on his face… hehe.
…
Marine Headquarters.
Kizaru returned to Kong's office.
"Dragonflame Pirates again…"
Kong already hated this name beyond words—he couldn't beat them, no matter what.
A few days ago, Sengoku and Aokiji had returned injured from that battle. Several of the Marines' already scarce admiral-level forces had been wounded, and several vice admirals had been killed, dealing the Marines a heavy blow.
"That's enough. You can go."
Kong waved his hand.
Kizaru lazily nodded, hands in his pockets, and walked out.
Kong then used a Den Den Mushi to make a call.
Gurururu…
As soon as the call connected—
"What is it?"
The Five Elders' voice sounded.
"The ones who killed the Celestial Dragons were the Dragonflame Pirates."
Kong said with a hint of helplessness.
"The Dragonflame Pirates again. Fine—this matter is no longer the Marines' concern. There is another task now."
The Five Elders said calmly.