Pirate's Swordsman

"Yes."

Neptune nodded slightly, sighing a little, and then he seemed to have thought of something, and said with a smile:

"Speaking of which, I heard the guards mention that you had a spar here three years ago?"

"good."

Jinbei nodded and laughed: "At that time, I was no longer his opponent. Now that so much time has passed, I don't know how far the Xiano brothers' strength has reached."

Having said this, Jinbei couldn't help but have a look of nostalgia in his eyes. He raised the newly filled wine glass, toasted with King Neptune, and drank it down with a big smile.

…………

New World, Vladimir Island.

This island, which is located on one of the main shipping routes, covers about 70 to 80 square kilometers. It is not too large in area, but it has a mild climate all year round and is suitable for human habitation.

Therefore, over time, a relatively prosperous commercial town developed on the island.

At this moment, hundreds of pirates gathered in the largest tavern in the city. They gathered at a table in small groups and talked excitedly in private.

"Hey, hey, you've all heard about it, right? The news about the Gale Pirates?"

"Of course, there are rumors on the island right now that a pirate ship from their headquarters has appeared at the southern port!"

"Yes, and I heard that they are continuing to recruit people again. I said, this is a rare opportunity!"

"Of course, the Hayate Pirates are now the most powerful force in the entire New World, second only to the Four Emperors. Hey, if I am taken aback by Lord Xiano and allowed to board the ship, I will be able to boast about it for the rest of my life!"

"Pull you down, and you are still favored by Sir Xia Nuo? What is his identity? Even if he wants to recruit people on the island this time, how can he show up in person? How about sending a cadre?"

……

Amidst the noise, the shutter door of the tavern was suddenly pushed open from the outside. With the sunlight leaking in, a slender and tall figure appeared at the door.

He was an extremely handsome young man, wearing a cowboy hat decorated with fluff, with shoulder-length golden curly hair, and a bright rose pinned to his chest, which was extremely eye-catching.

Behind him were several young men of about the same age. The group entered the tavern in a low-key manner. After looking around, they silently walked through the crowd and headed towards the bar.

At the wine tables along the way, many pirates were shocked when they noticed the handsome young man's appearance. After they and their companions looked at each other, they all showed excitement that could not be concealed.

"Hey, if I read correctly, it's that guy, right?"

"It's unmistakable! With such a handsome face, not many men would admit it..."

Some people were talking in lowered voices, and the whole tavern became much quieter at this moment.

"Who are you talking about?"

There were also some newcomers with less seniority who asked with some doubts.

"Who else are you talking about? Of course it's this guy who just came in!"

An older pirate next to him immediately replied in a low voice, "The leader is Cavendish, the captain of the Handsome Pirates, who originally had a bounty of 200 million beli on his head!"

"Original reward?"

The newcomer who asked the question was startled at first, then suddenly realized, his eyes widened and he said: "You mean..."

"That's right, in addition to being the captain of the Handsome Pirates, this guy is also a cadre of the Gale Pirates. Everyone on the ship is affiliated with the Gale Fleet just like the Giant Pirates!"

The older pirate looked at Cavendish's back in the distance and explained in a low voice: "I heard that this guy was a non-staff member of the Gale Pirates a few years ago, but he has been wandering in the first half of the Grand Line until After entering the new world a year ago and meeting Lord Shano, I officially joined the Hayate Pirates."

"After the news was announced, the Navy Headquarters canceled their reward."

"I didn't expect that he was actually a cadre of the Gale Pirates..."

The newcomer murmured, and then he seemed to have thought of something. He could not help but perk up and his eyes lit up: "Since he has appeared here, doesn't it mean that the rumor currently circulating on the island... "

"It's probably true."

The older pirate narrowed his eyes. After thinking for a moment, he suddenly put down the wine glass in his hand and stood up. "No, this opportunity is too rare. I have to ask."

"Eh?"

Before the newcomer could react, he saw that the older pirate had left the wine table and walked toward the bar. He immediately stood up and left the table and followed closely.

His actions were not unique. After noticing someone approaching him, most of the people in the tavern gathered their gazes. There were also some pirates with the same idea. At this moment, they stood up one after another and surrounded each other. Arrived next to the bar.

Cavendish and the others at the bar had just finished ordering the drinks they wanted, and when they turned around and were about to find a seat to sit down, they found a bunch of guys with eager eyes surrounding them, and they were immediately startled.

"What are you trying to do?"

Cavendish frowned slightly, placed his right hand quietly on the hilt of the sword at his waist, and pulled out a blade.

Under the dim lights of the tavern, the sword blade shone with a dazzling cold light, causing many pirates to be startled and subconsciously take a step back.

"Please make no mistake, Captain Cavendish."

Seeing this, the older pirate quickly waved his hands to show that he had no ill intentions. After Cavendish looked at him, he swallowed and asked cautiously:

"It's like this. We are all admirers of Lord Xia Nuo. I heard rumors on the island that Lord Xia Nuo's ship is now docked at the port, and he plans to recruit people. Is this news true or false... …”

"Oh?"

Having said this, Cavendish suddenly understood everything. He raised his eyebrows slightly, put back his sword, and showed a rather gentle smile: "Sorry, it's fake."

"Eh?"

As soon as these words came out, many pirates couldn't help but be stunned.

"Sir Shano is indeed on the island now, but tomorrow morning, he will have to leave here and go to the Navy Headquarters to attend the Shichibukai Conference."

Cavendish picked up the goblet handed over by the bartender, shook it gracefully, lowered his head and took a sip, "As for recruiting people, I'm sorry that our Gale Pirates have not expanded their strength for the time being. The plan will only disappoint everyone.”

This was considered a confirmed attitude. For a moment, the pirates in the entire tavern couldn't help but look at each other with disappointed expressions.

"Hey……"

"Damn it, I know this kind of gossip is unreliable."

"Sure enough, it's not that simple to join such a big force..."