Treasuring Their Own Schemes! The Government Forms Alliances and Plays Both Sides! How Despicable!

"..."

In the brightly lit office, Ochoku interlaced his fingers, his right index finger lightly tapping the back of his hand, seemingly lost in thought.

Dressed in white, CP0 remained unhurried, simply waiting quietly.

After a long silence, Ochoku frowned and spoke with some hesitation, "This matter is too important for me to make a decision immediately; I need to think about it some more."

"Of course, that's your right, Mr. Ochoku,"

CP0 smiled and nodded slightly. "May I stay on Beehive Island for now? So I can communicate with you anytime if anything comes up."

"Whatever you want."

Ochoku didn't care.

Beehive Island has never been hostile to pirates from all walks of life, and this remains true even today.

It's probably already been infiltrated by the World Government like a sieve, so one more CP0 member staying here wouldn't make much difference.

"Thank you so much."

The CP0 expressed his sincere gratitude, and then added, "Please believe me, Mr. Ochoku, we are truly sincere."

"The times have begun to spiral out of control. Roger's dying words have sent countless ambitious individuals to the forefront. The government needs more power, so you don't need to worry about us abandoning us after we've served our purpose."

"Alright, get lost, stop arguing!"

Ochoku, somewhat impatient, waved his right hand as if shooing away flies. "I already said, let me think about it some more!"

"Then I'll take my leave now. I hope our cooperation will be completed smoothly."

CP0 bowed very politely to Ochoku before leaving leisurely.

Only after Ochoku sensed with his Observation Haki that the guy's presence had completely disappeared did a mocking smile appear on his face.

"Are you trying to fool me?"

However, after the smile, his expression inevitably became somewhat serious.

Without much hesitation, he immediately pulled out his Den Den Mushi. He knew he had to discuss something this important with his buddies.

Soon enough, the three-person group, who had secretly formed their own, started making calls.

Ochoku recounted his previous conversation with CP0 to his two good brothers in detail.

"It seems the World Government really can't do anything about Roa and his group."

Den Den Mushi Captain John, still slightly drunk, said through the Den Den Mushi, "Ha, they've all set their sights on us."

"What's there to hesitate about? Do I even need to explain what kind of people the World Government is?"

Silver Axe simply snorted coldly, "What do you mean by acknowledging our rule over the New World? Just because they don't acknowledge it, does that mean my territory will simply disappear into thin air?"

"It's definitely a case of getting something for nothing."

Captain John chuckled, "If we successfully deal with Roa and his crew, we'll have little chance of threatening them anymore. If the operation fails, we'll fight amongst Roa, and the World Government can just stand by and watch. Honestly, they think we're idiots."

However, Captain John changed the subject, "But since you initiated this communication, it means you're hesitant, right? Ochoku, you know the World Government has ill intentions, yet you're still hesitating."

"That's right."

Ochoku let out a sigh of relief. "Of course, the World Government cannot be trusted."

"However, barring any unforeseen circumstances, Golden Lion's Flying Pirates will soon recover. And Roa, needless to say, his forces have always been the strongest among them all, not to mention that his strength may now even have caught up with Shiki!"

"It's embarrassing to admit, but being sandwiched between those two guys made me feel really uneasy."

Ochoku clenched his fists. "Because I know I will never kneel before any of them! So, war will come sooner or later! But I can't imagine any possibility of my victory."

"You all feel the same way, right?"

Silver Axe and Captain John remained silent on the phone.

This world is truly cruel.

There is an insurmountable gap between people.

Putting aside the Golden Lion, all three of them were well aware that the gap between them and Roa would only widen.

That brat was a monster unlike any other before.

But just because he is powerful, should we submit to him?

Are you kidding me!

Why should their ambitions be thwarted by this?

Even when faced with a terrifyingly powerful enemy, a true pirate will only think about how to defeat him, not about surrendering!

"And,"

Ochoku continued, "The government knows about our scheme against Shiki. If they leak this to that guy, war will break out in an instant."

Captain John interjected, "Don't forget about Linlin. She's still resentful about not catching Roger that time. If she knew we ruined things, she probably wouldn't let it go."

"So what should we do now?"

Silver Axe's tone became quite troubled, "Helping the World Government won't bring us any benefits, but if we refuse, Shiki and Linlin will turn against us again. Even if we aren't killed by them, that brat Roa's threat will come sooner or later!!"

"This is exactly what's giving me a headache."

Ochoku sighed, "No matter which option I choose, it just doesn't feel right."

"In that case, let's wait and see."

Captain John said, "Let's play along with the World Government for now, see what they really want, and then decide what we should do."

"How about we look for an opportunity? An opportunity to make the World Government and Roa and his gang fight like dogs."

"Hahaha! That sounds pretty good!"

Silver Axe laughed heartily, "If Roa and the World Government both suffer heavy losses, then we won't have anything to fear!"

"This is..."

Ochoku let out a sigh of relief, "It wasn't easy."

As the weaker party, it is by no means an easy task for them to simultaneously scheme against the two stronger parties.

But for now, this is probably the only way.

And so, not long after, the Pangea Castle in Mary Geoise.

Therefore, Ochoku's answer was,

Mars, one of the Five Elders with a long beard, smirked as he looked at the CP0 member who had come to report to him.

"Cooperation is possible, but he won't follow our orders; he'll only act when he deems it appropriate?"

That's right.

The white-haired CP0 nodded respectfully.

"Tsk, still plotting something?"

Warcury gave a disdainful sneer.

"It would be strange if they didn't have their own plans."

Nusjuro said, "If they agree immediately, then we should be more suspicious of their true intentions."

"They were wary of the government and worried about Roa and his group, so they could only try to survive in the cracks."

Satan said indifferently, "The tragedy of the weak is nothing more than this. Perhaps they are still dreaming of a mutually destructive outcome, with both we and Roa suffering heavy losses, and then they profiting from it."

"But in any case, the plan should be considered to be progressing smoothly."

The blond-haired Ju Peter spoke slowly, "Give them the right opportunity, and they will surely make their move."

"That has to be a very opportune time."

"A moment that makes them think that we and Roa will both suffer heavy losses," Warcury said.

"That's the case with Ochoku and his group, but what about the others?"

Nusjuro looked at the CP0 member, "What's the situation with the Whitebeard Pirates and the Giant Kingdom?"

"As for the two sides..."

CP0 stated, "We haven't found the Whitebeard Pirates yet, so there's no news. As for Elbaf, since it's on Roa's territory, our people have to be very careful. But they should have arrived in Elbaf by now, and news should come back soon."

"Um."

Nusjuro nodded. "There absolutely cannot be any mistakes with the Giant Kingdom!"

Ochoku and his crew are important, Whitebeard Pirates are also Roa's greatest enemies, but compared to these two, Elbaf is the real key!

The monstrous Harald, and the giant legion he commands, are the power that Lord Imu craves!

Later, in the Giant Kingdom, at Orsto Castle.

"You say,"

The bald-headed Harald stared in surprise at the tiny figure in front of him.

"Are you an envoy of the World Government?"

He was an ordinary-looking man, dressed like a businessman, with a kind smile on his face.

"That's right, King Harald, I have come with the government's goodwill!"

The man smiled and said, "The Five Elders sent me to invite Elbaf to join the World Government! They also sent me to invite you to next year's Reverie."

"What?"

Harald was shocked and almost instantly stood up from his throne. "Are you serious?"

What he had always longed for was to truly integrate Elbaf into the world, to make the giants no longer just a terrifying legend, and to allow this country to coexist harmoniously with human society!

Joining the World Government is the shortcut to achieving his dream!

"Of course it's true."

The man smiled and said, "But of course, the government has one small condition."

"Condition?"

Harald frowned. "What are the conditions?"

"The Five Elders hope you can help the government eliminate the Calamity Company."

The man said.

"Calamity Company? You mean Roa?"

Harald's brow furrowed even more deeply.

"Of course we know that the Calamity Company and the Giant Kingdom have a cooperative relationship, and even your son has become an executive under Roa,"

The man said, "But I don't think I need to elaborate on what kind of madman Roa is. In the past year, you, who are in the midst of it, know better than I do what he has turned this sea area into."

"All the nations in this sea region are suffering because of him. King Harald, who loves peace, can you bear to just watch this happen?"

Everyone knows that it would be better for everyone if Roa disappeared from this world.

"This..."

Harald hesitated.

He naturally had no good feelings towards Roa.

The partnership with the Calamity Company is now essentially useless.

Roa did indeed act as a go-between, connecting Elbaf with many countries in the New World.

However, in this sea area, all the countries except Elbaf were plunged into despair.

This also includes countries that once helped the Giant Kingdom during the Great Famine.

Harald has tried his best to repay them, but it's no use; Elbaf is also very poor.

The greatest aid they could offer was sending giant warriors to help them defend their homeland.

However, Harald was still unable to stop the Calamity Company from collecting taxes.

In the other countries of the New World beyond this sea area, the giant legions under the Calamity Company also found it difficult to have any goodwill towards Elbaf.

Even if contact is made, the final result is nothing more than exchanging greetings.

That's all.

However, to defeat Roa together with the World Government --

I need to think about it some more.

Harald ultimately gave the same answer.

Whether it's eliminating Roa or joining the World Government, it would certainly be a good thing for Elbaf, at least that's what Harald thinks.

However, Loki was still in Roa's hands, and he still had three hundred giant warriors under his command.

We absolutely cannot act rashly, otherwise how can we guarantee their safety?

Moreover, to be honest, Roa has no grudge against Elbaf...

That's outrageous.

That crazy guy really didn't do anything unforgivable to Elbaf.

Although Harald vehemently disliked Roa's ways and felt that Roa's departure was a good thing for Elbaf, one thing is one thing, and if there was no enmity, then there was no enmity.

Seeing that he could no longer persuade Harald, the man had no choice but to let Harald continue to consider it carefully before taking his leave.

The news quickly reached Mary Geoise, and the Five Elders were somewhat uneasy about it.

Harald showed no aversion to joining the World Government, which seemed to indicate that he was already halfway to success.

But whether the other half will succeed, they're not sure yet.

After all, they didn't really know the true nature of the relationship between Harald and Roa.

Then.

Calamity City.

"Oh! Is that really true?"

As Roa leisurely enjoyed the massage from several cat maids, he asked in surprise, "What were the answers from my dear Whitebeard uncle, Uncle Ochoku, and my good friend Harald?"

I'm not sure either.

Stussy's sweet voice came from the other end of the phone, "It was already quite difficult to find out this news. We also have to thank their colleagues for passing through their territory and taking a break here."

"I see?"

Roa nodded, then complained irritably, "The World Government is really petty! All they did was beat up the Five Elders, and they're already trying to turn my allies against me! How despicable!"

"It's because you, Brother Roa, are so amazing that the government had no choice but to resort to this tactic. But when did the Whitebeard Pirates become your allies?"

Stussy's voice was tinged with laughter.

"We are all enemies of the World Government, and enemies of enemies of enemies, so naturally we are allies," Roa said matter-of-factly.

"No matter what, Brother Roa, you must be extremely careful this time."

Stussy said with a hint of caution, "The World Government is really serious this time."

"Really?"

Roa raised the corners of his mouth, "Then let's have some fun with them."

Want to play a double agent game with Luo?

Then don't blame me for being impolite.

"Brother Roa, have fun!"

He hung up the phone with Stussy's blessing.

Just as Roa was pondering how to surprise the World Government, the Den Den Mushi rang again.

"So many people are looking for me today?"

Roa answered the phone with surprise.

The Calamity Company has dedicated personnel to manage all its affairs, so generally speaking, very few people should be able to get through to them by phone.

Which hero is it this time?

"Boss,"

Morgans's impatient voice came through the phone, "Dragon and his men have begun their operation!"

"Oh? Is that so?"

Roa was somewhat surprised, "So fast? I thought they needed to take their time to settle things. Which country is it? Affiliated Nation or a non- Affiliated Nation?"

Is North Blue finally going to become more lively?

What a pleasant surprise!

"Um... it's the Totto Land..."

"Ah?"