Not long after, a shocking scene unfolded in the bustling galleries of the Flower Capital, leaving everyone speechless.
Three breathtakingly beautiful women walked right in, and without caring about what anyone thought, they directly asked for a group of courtesans to come drink with them.
Such an outrageous move had never been seen or heard of in all of Wano Country's long history!
"Hahahaha…" A clear, ringing laugh filled the room—it was Yamato, speaking happily:
"I'll tell you, I've wanted to come see the galleries for ages, but back then that awful Kaido kept me locked up tight, and I never got the chance to come out and have fun."
Later, I finally got released, but I was so broke I couldn't spend a thing, so I could only watch with longing.
But now, at last, I can enjoy myself to the fullest!
As she spoke, Yamato was so excited, just like an innocent child.
At this moment, she looked just like some high-class noble. One hand gently wrapped around the slender waist of a courtesan beside her, while another courtesan leaned obediently in front of her, carefully feeding her fine wine.
Such a carefree life was enough to make anyone jealous, and Yamato herself was completely lost in it, feeling nothing but total comfort and happiness, as if she were in heaven.
Looking over at Nami and Kuina, they too had tossed aside their usual reserve and caution, completely blending into the joyful atmosphere of the pleasure hall.
They each wrapped an arm around a courtesan as well, drinking heartily, having the time of their lives.
Meanwhile, in the middle of the room, several skilled female musicians were focused on playing tunes that were beautiful yet faintly strange.
The melody sometimes turned soft and lingering, almost like weeping, and sometimes it soared high and passionate, stirring the heart. It seemed to carry a strange magic that could instantly awaken the hidden passion and desire deep inside people.
Before they knew it, their drinking had carried them into the night.
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Udon Quarry, 's office.
The pirate assigned to watch Nami, Kuina, and Yamato hurried back, ready to give a detailed report of what he had seen.
He came jogging in, with big beads of sweat still on his forehead.
"Mr. , so far it seems there's nothing suspicious about them. They've been drinking at the pleasure hall with Young Master Yamato… uh… I mean, Miss Yamato, all day, and haven't gone anywhere else." The pirate reported respectfully.
Hearing this, frowned and fell into thought.
"How strange. The seas are tense right now, and every major force is figuring out how to deal with the big changes that could come. But the so-called Dream Exploration Group seems to have vanished, and now their navigator and swordswoman have come to Wano. What are they really after…?"
muttered to himself as he slowly stood up.
He stretched his arms and twisted his waist, moving his body casually, though his movements looked a bit ridiculous—almost like he was dancing a weird little dance.
At this point, the pirate beside him couldn't help but ask,
"But… Mr. , as far as I know, didn't they clearly say before that they came here to work with us, and that they were interested in buying our seastone?
If that's the case, why are you still so suspicious of them?"
gave the reporting pirate a sidelong glance, his face expressionless, and said coldly,
"Hmph, don't be naive!"
That's just a cover story they came up with.
Think about it. They managed to sneak into Wano completely unnoticed, without telling our powerful Beasts Pirates anything, and went straight to Yamato.
There must be some hidden plot behind this!
That's why we can't take this so-called 'Dream Exploration Group' lightly. Now get out there, keep watching them, and don't stop until they leave Wano!"
As soon as he finished, waved his hand, signaling the pirate to go.
The pirate didn't dare delay and quickly bowed. "Yes!"
He quickly turned around and hurried out of the room, heading straight back to the lively galleries of the Flower Capital.
His task was to keep a close watch on Nami and Kuina, not letting go of the slightest clue, until they completely left Wano Country.
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In another part of the gallery, the courtesans had already stepped away, leaving Nami, Kuina, and Yamato sitting together around a table. In front of them were several large bottles of fine wine and some delicate drinking cups.
They drank freely, their laughter and shouts rising and falling, as if they were going to drown the whole place in their noise.
By now, Nami's cheeks were already flushed, her eyes slightly hazy, but she still didn't put down her cup, gulping down mouthful after mouthful of wine.
Kuina was a little more reserved. Although she had drunk quite a lot too, she still managed to keep somewhat clear-headed—though her slightly trembling hands gave away her current state.
As for Yamato, she was completely uninhibited, grabbing an entire wine jar and tilting it back to drink straight from it. The wine spilled from the corner of her mouth, soaking the front of her clothes.
As time went on, the three of them drank more and more, and everything around them seemed to blur.
They either laughed loudly while sharing their past adventures or teased each other playfully, often bursting into peals of laughter.
The whole scene was filled with excitement, joy, and indulgence.
Meanwhile, in a building outside the gallery, an old man was watching what was happening inside the room. More precisely, his eyes were fixed on the Wado Ichimonji sword at Kuina's side.
"It's way too noisy outside. Kuina, hurry up and close the doors and windows," the tipsy Nami said to her.
"I… I got it," Kuina replied, struggling to her feet and staggering over to shut them.
The moment she did, the drunken look on both Nami and Kuina's faces instantly vanished.
'Creak—'
Nami opened a portal, and then she and Kuina helped the truly drunk Yamato inside. In the blink of an eye, all three of them disappeared from the room.
Just after they left, the pirate assigned to watch them burst in. Seeing that Nami and the others were gone, he immediately ran out of the gallery and headed toward Udon.
She had to report to Mr. Quenn right away!
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