One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 108 How Can One Refuse an Invitation from a Beauty?

"100 million Baileys?"

Goode stared at Stussy, his eyes filled with possessiveness.

When Doflamingo invaded Dressrosa, King Riku had to gather the strength of the entire nation to accumulate 100 billion Berries. For ordinary forces, 100 billion Berries is indeed an unimaginable sum.

Even the Four Emperors would find it difficult to come up with so much money all at once, let alone spend so much money on women.

Who's so wasteful!

But the woman before him was one of the underground emperors of the New World, the queen of the pleasure district, a great figure with both beauty and status, second only to the pirate empress among women.

It's just 100 billion Berries. You can save it up eventually. In the pirate business, it's all about face and prestige. What's more prestigious than keeping the queen of the pleasure district as a mistress?

Okay, okay, this price is very fair!

I'm not afraid of high prices, I'm afraid of no price at all!
This money has to be spent!
People come to the pleasure district because they're here to indulge in debauchery. How can you expect to develop feelings for someone if you don't spend money to have physical contact with the girls?

And he also had a bold idea!
Stussy felt a chill run down her spine from the stare; the naked gaze seemed to want to devour her, it was quite frightening.

Could this rough-looking guy really be taking it seriously?
Suppressing his unease, Stussy smiled and said, "Being so direct when chatting with girls won't make you popular!"

"girl?"

Goode scrutinized the woman.

If I remember correctly, this woman is probably in her early thirties. Although she's not that old, she's not exactly a girl.

Seeing Goode's doubts, Stussy narrowed his eyes, a hint of threat lurking in his sweet smile.

"Is there a problem?"

"no!"

Goode readily complied and chuckled.

"Miss Stussy, what brings you here?"

“Mr. Goode, I suffered quite a loss last night.”

Suppressing his emotions, Stussy rested his chin on his hand and handed a bill to Goode with a smile.

"Ok?"

Goode picked up the bill, looked at the list of losses and the long string of numbers, and raised an eyebrow.

These are losses from last night's battle.

"piece of cake."

Goode reached into his pocket, touched his empty wallet, and froze.

Oh no, I'm out of money.

I've been spending lavishly lately, almost all the money I've earned has gone out of pocket. There should be some left on the ship, but it's definitely not much.

The journey ahead will involve spending a lot of money, especially recruiting strong individuals; otherwise, what would they be after?

They also need to raise 100 billion for the "sugar baby" fee.

Stuart smirked, his eyes full of amusement as he looked at Goode: "If you don't have the money, you don't have to pay it back. It's just a bar, nothing much."

"No, we absolutely have to pay this money back!"

Goode's brow furrowed, exuding an imposing aura without anger.

How can you not pay compensation for damaging someone else's property!

This is a matter of principle!
As for the house on Beehive Island, that was a tragedy caused by Kizaru. If you want to collect the debt, you should go to Kizaru. It has nothing to do with him.

Stussy was taken aback by Goode's serious reaction, completely unexpected that this seemingly unserious man would react so earnestly when the topic of bills came up.

She didn't care at all about losing a bar; she only brought it up to try and gain the upper hand in the conversation.

Not bad.

She's also in business, so naturally she prefers people who are trustworthy.

Goode pondered for a few seconds.

"How about this, I'll owe it to you first, and the interest will be calculated at 30%. In two months, I'll have my subordinates send the money back."

"can."

Stussy nodded, not wanting to waste time on this trivial matter; there were more important things to discuss.

The woman took out another letter.

"Mr. Goode, I wonder if you'd be interested in this."

"This is."

Goode opened the letter.

Is it an invitation or a VIP seat?

"The Central Martial Arts Tournament?"

"Yes."

Stussy stirred the orange juice, her sexy red lips slightly parted: "I'd like to invite Mr. Goode to come along, is that alright?" "Well..."

Goode frowned in thought.

The Central Martial Arts Tournament is an annual event held in the New World.

Not only are the prize money very generous, but it is also a great opportunity for players to become famous. Furthermore, major forces will be invited to watch the competition and recruit their favorite players.

To put it bluntly, it's a talent show.

It's suitable for newcomers who are just starting out, as well as seasoned veterans who have some fame but not much talent.

He wanted to recruit the Flying Six, which was certainly something to do, but the chances weren't very high. Even if there were good prospects, they would need to be trained for several years.

Goode became slightly interested.

"Why did you invite me?"

"It's not your fault."

Stussy gave him a resentful glare, like a couple playfully flirting, which almost stole Goode's soul.

Hey, this woman definitely likes him!

Stussy pointed at Goode and angrily accused, "When you Four Emperors fight, we little people will suffer along with you."

"The entire kingdom has already dispatched a fleet, and they will arrive at the entertainment district soon. If a war breaks out here, my entertainment district will be finished!"

"Go fight somewhere else, don't cause me any trouble!"

When the Four Emperors clash, even the aftershocks could destroy a country, let alone a small entertainment district.

"I see."

Goode nodded in understanding.

He would panic too.

But that's not the point. The real issue is that the All Nations has dispatched a fleet, and he doesn't think Stussy would easily tell him that.

That would offend the older women.

There are many ways to get rid of him; he's not exactly refusing to leave, so Stusi doesn't need to risk offending the old lady.

Showing courtesy for nothing is either cheating or stealing!

what!
Goode had a sudden thought.

Could it be that this woman invited him to come along because she wanted to see him fight with the general?

He knew Stussy's true identity; this woman was a high-ranking CP0 agent. From the World Government's perspective, a war between the Four Emperors was indeed a good thing.

But nothing more.

When the four emperors met, they kept their conversation brief.

They all have families to support, so they won't really go to war unless absolutely necessary. A show of friendship by splitting the sky is enough.

Unless he actually kills Irving.

He was 100% certain that Big Mom would never seek revenge on him personally; at most, she would send Katakuri, and even that was unlikely.

There's a reason why Big Mom would send Katakuri to face King, the second-in-command of the Beasts.

However, Whole Cake Island is held together by blood ties, and it's full of people who dote on their brothers. Katakuri and Owen are also brothers, so it's possible that Katakuri would stand up for Owen.

Even so, at most I'd just fight him to regain face; I wouldn't actually go all out and kill him.

This is just normal friction between the Four Emperors.

So, was it for him?

Good was somewhat amused.

CP0 is the intelligence department, and its job is intelligence work. This newly appointed disaster officer is indeed a key target of attention.

Having a beautiful woman by your side is not bad at all.

Stussy had feelings for him, and he had feelings for Stussy, not only for her body, but also for the hidden background behind her.

Vegapunk!

Pacifists, Seraphs, artificial Devil Fruits, and a bunch of bizarre high-tech gadgets.

Even the Holy Mother's Flames!

There are too many things worth remembering.

I've decided, I'll start saving money!
Physical intimacy can enhance feelings!

Goode's smile blossomed.

"Okay, I'll go with you!"

"Hmph, you know what's going on."

Stussy snorted and gave Goode a charmingly disdainful eye roll.

(End of this chapter)