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Chapter 2524 You look like you're rich!
Seven o'clock in the evening.

The heat of Whisky Hill Island was gradually soothed by the sea breeze.

The open-air izakaya 'Shionari', located in a secluded bay, welcomes its most pleasant time of day.

The boss is a taciturn middle-aged man.

Wearing a clean, dark blue Japanese apron around her waist, she was focused on working in front of the charcoal-smoldering grill.

Chicken and scallion skewers, plump saury, huge tiger prawns, and some meats whose species are hard to identify sizzle under the licking of the flames.

As oil drips into the charcoal fire from time to time, it releases an enticing aroma, which is then carried away by the sea breeze.

Rows of small wooden tables are casually placed outside the shop, where customers sit in twos and threes.

They may have just finished their assessments, or they may be contestants who haven't had their turn yet.

They may be local residents or tourists.

The various drinks in the glasses in front of him gleamed enticingly.

The aroma of food charring on the grill and the sound of waves crashing on the shore blended together soothingly.

The image Den Den Mushi placed under the eaves projects a virtual light screen.

They were also broadcasting tonight's World News.

The host, Stella, had a gentle yet clear voice that flowed like a cool stream through the lively conversation of the diners.

"It is reported that the first day of the preliminary rounds for this year's 'Top 100 Starfish Realms Battle Power Competition' proceeded smoothly."

"The World Government's full-force combat capability assessment has been successfully completed. The following are the personnel changes at the highest levels of the military."

"For the first time, the two-month-long Kazushima Fire Festival will connect the human and underworld realms."

"The post-disaster reconstruction work in the world of heroes is progressing smoothly. It is reported that many former professional heroes are about to complete their general knowledge training."

The news broadcasts covered major world events and important occasions.

This moment becomes the most harmonious background sound.

The people present deliberately lowered their voices and listened attentively, occasionally glancing up at the screen.

I admire Stella's smile, which is stunning no matter how many times I see it.

Then continue to gently clink glasses with the friends in front of you.

Enjoy the delicious sashimi on the table or the sizzling yakitori in your hands.

They all enjoyed a rare moment of peace and tranquility amidst the sound of the waves and the evening breeze.

Kakuzu, dressed in an olive green trench coat, a high-necked dark blue sweater, black trousers with multiple pockets, and all-terrain tactical boots, sat alone at a secluded table.

He was leisurely enjoying a plate of extremely thinly sliced ​​raw beef liver drizzled with soy sauce and ginger juice, a plate of oily monkfish liver, and a bottle of sake.

At the same time, use your mobile phone to view the rankings and prize money table for this year's 'Top 100 Competition'.

Although he has seen it many times, he still likes to take it out.

As he swiped his finger, lines of content appeared on the screen.

[First Place: 5 Million Berry]

Second place: 3 million Berry

Third place: 2 million Berry

[4th to 10th place: 100 million Berries, 90 million Berries, 80 million Berries, 70 million Berries, 60 million Berries, 50 million Berries, 40 million Berries]

[11th to 20th place: 30 million Pelés]

[21st to 30th place: 20 million Pelés]

[31st to 40th place: 10 million Berry]

[41st to 50th place: 8 million Berry]

[51st to 60th place: 7 million Berry]

[61st to 70th place: 6 million Berry]

[71st to 80th place: 5 million Berry]

[81st to 90th place: 4 million Berry]

[Ninety-first to one hundredth place: 300 million Berry]

[Top 100 Perks: Stargate Pass, Top 100 Badge, Top 100 Coat.]

[With the Top 100 badge, you can receive free access to all public facilities services, including World Hospital, until the next term, and enjoy a 50% discount on all commercial transactions, but only within a reasonable value range. For inquiries, please contact the relevant authorities.]

In Kakuzu's view, apart from the 'Top Ten' wish-granting rules.

The most valuable benefit is the "Top 100 Benefits," with bonuses being secondary.

Based on his investigations over the past few days, it's practically impossible for him to break into the top ten based on his own abilities.

The World Government has conquered the Hero World, Black Grass World, and Shikon Jewel World in recent years, and these worlds have produced many powerful figures at the general level or above.

as predicted.

On this first day, Kakuzu used his shadow clones to notice Sesshomaru, Bang, Kamikaze, Hancock, Yami Suketa, Noelle, Nura Rihan, Nagato Uzumaki, and others.

Therefore, he set his sights on the 'top 100', and of course, the higher the ranking, the better.

As for why Kakuzu appeared here...
Of course he was released from Impel Down; there's no way he could have escaped by sneaking out.

The main biochemistry department felt that it no longer had research value.

The five years in the 'hunger hell' also made him completely obedient.

The price was that Kakuzu's "Earth Grudge" was confiscated.

But the Biochemistry Institute then had Hiruko give him a healthy body.

He still possesses the constitution of all five chakra natures.

Kakuzu wasn't angry about this; he was already very happy to have regained his freedom and be able to continue making money.

Upon his return, the Sea Village immediately extended an invitation to him.

In particular, the 'Wind Minister' Luo Sha, who was in charge of the finance manager, valued his talent in this area.

Kakuzu refused, citing his desire to enjoy freedom and his unwillingness to be 'trapped' any longer.

At the time, Luo Sha said he understood his feelings and that he could contact him anytime he changed his mind.

In the days that followed, Kakuzu chose to register as an adventurer.

However, the missions he took on were all extremely risky in the eyes of others, namely, the pursuit of wanted criminals.

It's basically the job of a bounty hunter.

This led to Kakuzu having very frequent interactions with the police.

Because he is really good at finding people, and his skills are strong enough, he has never made a mistake so far.

This prompted even the underdog director of the Criminal Investigation Bureau to extend an invitation.

They believe Kakuzu is very suitable to be a detective.

The result, of course, was rejection.

But this also proves that he is gradually gaining fame within the police force.

At this moment, a man with a burgundy upper body, wearing a blue shirt with a black tie and an open collar, and a black suit draped over his shoulders appeared.

Below are eight mermaids with orange-yellow tentacles bearing rings of blue.

Drunk, he staggered along the coast, carrying a wine jug in one hand and gripping a long knife tightly in the other.

It was Leopard Hidden, a member of the Fishman Adventurer Group.

He had just finished drinking with Ah Long and his gang elsewhere, and then ran out by himself to get some fresh air.

The fish-man's nature, however, makes him instinctively drawn to places with the sea.

I can smell the alcohol.

Leopard kicked away the chair next to Kakuzu.

He sat down casually and shouted at the owner inside:
"Bring me the very best sake!"

The boss ran out, frowned, and said, "Sir, you look drunk, and you don't seem to have any money on you."

"money?"

Reeking of alcohol, Leopard instinctively touched his pockets.

Indeed, there was nothing there.

After all, with Ah Long, he didn't have to pay for his own food, drink, clothing, or lodging, so he deliberately left his wallet in the hotel room.

But he didn't dare to do anything reckless and force the boss to bring him the wine.

Otherwise, if the police arrest you, you can forget about participating in the top 100 competition again.

"Hiccup!"

"You look like you're rich."

Leopard burped as he rudely poked Kakuzu's table with his sword sheath, causing the wine cups and plates on it to bounce.

"How about lending me some money to buy some alcohol?"

"I'll pay you back!"

"Ok?"

Kakuzu, who had initially wanted to ignore it, slowly turned his head, his emerald green eyes revealing a dangerous glint in them.

It was eerie and cold.
(End of this chapter)