"Very good. I'm taking this." A calm voice came from beneath the mask.
Shyarly said nothing. She wasn't stupid; from the reactions of the human pirates outside alone, she could tell that this masked man was most likely a true big shot even in the human world.
For Fish-Man Island, which was at an absolute disadvantage, offending such a big shot over a crystal ball was undoubtedly an unwise choice.
In any case, only a human pirate had died. There was no need to make a big deal out of it.
"All right, then I'll give this crystal ball to..." After thinking it over, Shyarly suddenly raised her head and said,
However, the room was already completely empty.
"That's too much! So he wasn't asking for my opinion at all." Shyarly was just feeling indignant when she suddenly heard voices from outside the door.
"Lord Apophis..."
"That's Jinbe's voice!" Shyarly's heart jolted.
Could it be that Jinbe saw the crystal ball in the masked man's hand and plans to help me take it back? No, I have to hurry and stop them!
By this point, all the human pirates inside the Mermaid Cafe had already fled. Although they still weren't sure of Apophis's identity, seeking advantage and avoiding harm was a pirate's instinct. Naturally, they couldn't possibly foolishly remain in such a dangerous place.
"Fortunately, it wasn't a Fish-Man who died." Jinbe had naturally noticed the unlucky fellow lying at the entrance as well. After breathing a sigh of relief, he continued asking, "...Can you tell me what your purpose is?"
After saying that, Jinbe felt that it sounded somewhat inappropriate and added, "What I mean is, perhaps Fish-Man Island can help you."
"No need. I've already gotten it!" Apophis slightly raised the crystal ball in his hand.
"This is...