Chapter 64: CP9, I am Demon King Satan
"Captain, for shipbuilding, shouldn't we choose Water 7?"
"Because I am going to St. Poplar."
Crocodile was confused.
Wasn't Water 7 the best for shipbuilding technology?
Even the Pirate King Roger's ship was built in Water 7.
"Every step the captain takes has a deep meaning."
"As crew members, we just need to listen!"
Shiryu of the Rain said, dissatisfied.
"It is precisely because the captain has a deep meaning that I want to know the reason."
"Only then can I understand the captain's greatness!"
Crocodile offered a little flattery.
"Tch!"
Shiryu of the Rain was displeased.
"What do you mean by that, you bastard!"
"You're looking for a fight!"
Crocodile roared.
"So what if we fight? Who's afraid!"
Shiryu of the Rain retorted sharply.
"Alright, you two clowns, haven't you fought enough on the way here?"
"Don't you want to hear the explanation anymore?"
Satan watched the two of them and couldn't help but shake his head.
Crocodile and Shiryu of the Rain were both clearly introverts.
But after getting together, they became rivals instead.
Throughout the journey, they constantly bickered and insulted each other.
However, it also added a lot of life to the ship.
"Captain, please speak!"
Crocodile and Shiryu of the Rain said in unison.
Then, they both snorted coldly and turned their heads away.
"Water 7 is indeed the best place to build a ship!"
"But, the current Water 7 only has Iceburg. Their shipbuilding strength has declined."
"Besides, since we're setting sail, I need a shipwright."
"Water 7 won't have the people I need!"
"But St. Poplar is different."
"If my feeling is correct, not only can I find shipwrights and crew members there."
"I can also obtain the Rokushiki!"
Satan recalled the future plot.
After the battle at Enies Lobby, CP9 was defeated and hunted by the World Government.
They eventually fled to St. Poplar. Having witnessed the darkness of the World Government, CP9 should have had some kind of awakening.
Inviting them at this time was a good choice.
CP9 was a cohesive unit with good potential.
Especially Rob Lucci, who had the aptitude to rival an Admiral!
Furthermore, CP9 had infiltrated Water 7 and learned excellent shipbuilding skills.
Who could be more suitable for building and maintaining a ship?
Most importantly, CP9 were masters of the Rokushiki.
A skill he urgently needed!
Although recruiting CP9 would earn the World Government's resentment.
But who cared?
According to his nature, he had naturally chosen to go to sea.
No matter the difficulties and obstacles ahead, he would press forward without hesitation.
Even if it meant making an enemy of the world, he would not shrink back!
"Shipwrights and masters of the Rokushiki?"
"Hahaha, that's an excellent choice!"
"We're one step closer to setting sail!"
"Captain, I can't wait to go to the New World!"
Crocodile laughed heartily.
He looked forward to reuniting with that man.
"Don't be in such a hurry!"
"There are many fun things in this world!"
"A great event is about to begin, how can we miss it?"
Satan laughed loudly.
The New World, he would definitely go!
But there was no rush. The Summit War was about to begin!
He wanted Whitebeard to see his power before he died!
The end of a legend, how could it be so tragic!
If it must end, it must end in splendor!
He would give it a push!
As they spoke, a small island appeared before everyone's eyes.
"We're here!"
Satan laughed heartily.
"Master, I need to go purchase ingredients!" Vivian said.
"Mm, I'll leave it to you then!"
"Take Sully with you, and remember to buy some good wine!"
Satan made the arrangements as the ship docked.
Vivian and Sully went to make purchases, while the Sea Cow guarded the ship.
Satan, along with Shiryu and Crocodile, walked towards the center of the town.
Before long, they heard a round of cheers.
Ahead, a crowd was gathered, cheering continuously. Under his Observation Haki, Satan sensed several powerful auras.
Without a doubt, it had to be CP9!
Sure enough, as Satan approached, he saw a wolf-man and a burly man performing acrobatics.
Breaking a stone slab on his chest!
[Ding, system mission issued!]
[The Ten Commandments: Truth!]
[Recruit Rob Lucci to obtain the Commandment of Truth!]
Truth: Anyone who lies in the host's presence will be turned to stone.
"Zehahaha, to think CP9 would fall to such a state!"
"Truly pitiful and lamentable!"
Satan accepted the mission and walked forward.
"Who are you?"
"The Marines, or the World Government?"
Hearing Satan's words, the performing CP9 members' eyes turned cold, their expressions becoming wary.
"Don't be afraid, I'm just a passing pirate!"
"How about it, want to join me?"
Satan laughed and extended an invitation.
"A pirate?"
"Even if we are abandoned by the world, we will never become pirates!"
The wolf-like Jabra said righteously.
"Don't be too arrogant, kid!"
"It's your good fortune that the captain is inviting you!"
"Otherwise, do you think you're qualified to board our ship?"
"Don't forget, you're just a bunch of dregs from the darkness!"
Shiryu of the Rain said coldly.
The members of CP9 looked over. When they saw Crocodile and Shiryu of the Rain behind Satan, their faces changed drastically.
"Shiryu of the Rain from Impel Down, and the Warlord Crocodile!"
"Why are you here?"
Jabra's eyes were filled with apprehension.
"And it seems they are this fellow's crew members!"
Blueno said.
"What!"
"Who on earth is this guy?"
Jabra was terrified.
Shiryu of the Rain and Crocodile were both powerful figures in their own right.
And they were crew members of the man before them?
In that case, who was this man?
"Zehahaha!"
"It seems that hiding out has made you all poorly informed!"
"Allow me to introduce myself!"
"My name is Satan, with a Marine bounty of 300 million Belly!"
"My title is the Demon King!"
Satan roared with laughter.
His laughter was bold and domineering, and instantly, his Conqueror's Haki swept out.
In that moment, the sky and earth changed color.
The terrifying laughter enveloped the world, as if all of creation was about to submit at his feet.
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