Starting from the pirates, pushing the world.

Chapter 2365 The conversation between Dorrag and T-Bone!

starfish.

Marineford Island, located in the first half of the Grand Line.

This was formerly the Navy Headquarters, and is now the Police Department Headquarters.

"report!"

Wearing a dark green police uniform with a black trench coat and carrying a green-handled longsword, T-Bone calmly pushed open the door and walked into the minister's office.

Dorag, who was working, looked up at the face that terrified many people, a gentle smile appearing on his face, and admiration flashing in his eyes.

T-bone.

He is 39 years old this year and holds the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police, which is equivalent to a lieutenant general in the military.

Ten years ago, he was just a lieutenant commander in the Navy Headquarters.

After being transferred to the Ministry of Police.

Because of his outstanding performance, especially his righteous heart that values ​​the people and treats his subordinates well, he was favored and cultivated by Dorrag.

Keep in mind that in the original timeline, T-Bone was already fifty-one years old and was still just a Marine Headquarters Captain.

He was promoted to major general after the Enies Lobby incident, and then became a lieutenant general during the 3D2Y period.

Unfortunately, the result was that he was betrayed and killed by a civilian who was lured by the bounty.

This seems absurd. No matter what, a lieutenant general cannot be harmed by an ordinary person.

Unfortunately, that's just how it is.
"Sit down and talk."

"Yes."

Are there any noteworthy developments recently?

Upon hearing Dragon's question, T-Bone answered without hesitation:

"Director Black Horse and I have been keeping an eye on things related to pirates lately. We originally planned to report to you tomorrow, but since you're here, let's get straight to the point."

"Hmm." Dragon nodded, signaling to continue.

"The Crime Investigation Bureau has discovered that many pirates from the Grand Line are converging on Beehive Island."

"They have gradually formed a considerable force."

"It's just that because the world has become several times larger and there hasn't been much of a commotion, it hasn't received much attention."

T-Bone's serious expression made his already terrifying appearance even more frightening.

Like a pale-skinned, sinister-looking zombie, yet possessing a kind and righteous heart.

"Our 'Sword' team discovered that the mastermind is Wang Zhi, a former member of the Rocks Pirates and known as the 'Pirate Cult Leader'!"

Upon hearing the name, Dorrag frowned but did not interrupt T-Bone as he continued listening.

"For years, he has led the remnants of the original Rocks Pirates to occupy Beehive Island."

"The reason for this recruitment drive is that after the 'Five Stars Joining the Sea', Beehive Island has not only increased in size, but also in the number of gold mines on the island."

"This gave Wang Zhi the idea of ​​establishing a pirate theocracy with Davy Jones as the core of his faith."

"Of course, he didn't say these things out loud. Instead, he used a pseudonym and established 'Honeycomb Mining Company' to mine gold, saying that he would make it into jewelry and sell it."

"Those pirate kings openly claim to be workers and citizens."

"The skull and crossbones flag will no longer be allowed on ships; instead, the 'Hive Corporation' flag will be flown."

T-Bone took three photos out of his trench coat pocket and placed them on the table.

Dorrag stared intently.

The first picture shows a bustling and prosperous scene at the port of Beehive Island, with ships sailing like a forest.

Sure enough, the patterns on the sails and flags were all 'Honeycomb Mountain'.

The problem is that it looks a lot like a skull.

The second image shows a mining scene with a large number of excavators, loaders, and trucks.

You can also see quite a few robots on it.

The third picture shows Wang Zhi standing on a high platform, craning his neck, giving a speech to tens of thousands of people below.

You don't even need images to see how enthusiastic and excited they are.

It seems they have already gained some benefits.

After listening, Dragon immediately grasped the key point: "So all they've been doing so far is mining, smelting, and selling gold jewelry?"

T-Bone hesitated for a moment: "Uh, yes, no illegal activities have been found so far."

After all, the company's procedures are all legal; it's just that the ownership of Beehive Island is not clear.

Just because Wang Zhi occupies it doesn't mean it's his, right?
There might not have been any problems before, but times have changed.

Dragon said expressionlessly, "But they are pirates, and most of them have bounties on their heads, not to mention that Wang Zhi's bounty has not been revoked yet."

This alone gives the police ample reason to deal with this group.

"Yes!"

T-Bone nodded emphatically, also feeling that Beehive Island could not be left unchecked.

"By the way, we also found out that Wang Zhi had people buying large quantities of Zoan-type Devil Fruits from black markets across the country."

Although it has been six years since the World Government issued the "Devil Fruit Public Ownership and Devil Fruit User Registration Act".

Most people would choose to actively exchange for generous bonuses.

However, some daring individuals choose to keep it a secret and sell their wares on the black market.

This makes it possible to sell it at a higher price.

For example, the World Government would award five million Berries for a common type Devil Fruit that is listed in the Devil Fruit encyclopedia, which is equivalent to one hundred million Berries back then.

However, major powers on the black market are willing to pay ten million or even twenty million Berries to buy it.

The truth is that there are fewer and fewer Devil Fruits left out in the world these days.

Most of them are controlled by the World Government and used for exchange by internal members of the military, police, and CP.

The same applies to man-made Devil Fruits; they are basically only available for internal circulation.

However, it is said that they have begun to consider selling it to the public, but that is something for the future.

In short, the prices of Devil Fruits on the black market have all doubled, but there are still quite a few people willing to pay for them.

This also includes other extraordinary items.

Of course, there are also many instances of double-crossing among the criminals, and that's the risk that needs to be taken.

T-Bone continued, "During the investigation, Khanazav's name came into our view."

"He has made several deals with Wang Zhi, and it is said that he is very good at finding Devil Fruits."

"There are even rumors that he understands the laws of Devil Fruit regeneration, but only likes Zoan-type Devil Fruits."

"Khanazav."

Of course, Dorrag knew who he was.

This was none other than the famous "Three Great Signatures" of the Beasts Pirates back in the day, the "Cataclysmic Lizard King".

In the original timeline.

Hanazaf was defeated by the newly debuted Ace, and after being seriously injured, he was killed by his enemy, which allowed Jack to rise to power and become the 'Drought'.

He is also the father of two of the "Six Sons of the Sky," Runti and Page Wan.

They should be eight years old and six years old now.

This makes things a bit complicated, because it involves Kaido.

"Investigate, arrest."

But Dragon still gave the order on the spot.

Hanazav's unauthorized buying and selling of Devil Fruits is a serious violation of the "Devil Fruit Public Ownership and Devil Fruit User Registration Act," which goes without saying.

He'll definitely be going to Enies Lobby, and will most likely be imprisoned in Impel Down instead of White Earth Prison.

His status and power speak for themselves.

As for Kaido's side...

Dorag might at most say hello, but he wouldn't let Hanazav off the hook just because of him.

“However, this matter is left to Katakuri, Black Horse’s Criminal Investigation Bureau, and Buck’s Military Police Bureau. You have other tasks to attend to.”

"You say."

"Go and become the president of the Justice Association."

"what?"

T-Bone was stunned. The Justice Association, it seemed to be about so-called heroes, but he didn't know anything more specific.

His attention has been focused on matters concerning Beehive Island and the Starfish Island during this period.

I don't know much about the world of heroes.

Dragon looked at him calmly: "The Five Elders have decided to incorporate the Justice Association into the Court of Justice, making it a division-level unit directly under our Police Department."

"The professional heroes will serve as auxiliary police officers. You'll be in charge of managing them. I've decided to locate the Justice Association's headquarters on Changhuan Island. I've already contacted the Ministry of Construction."

(End of this chapter)