Issho had no intention of accompanying Longinus for long. After disembarking, he activated his exceptionally powerful Observation Haki and followed the sounds carried on the wind in a certain direction.
Longinus, meanwhile, shook his head and wandered aimlessly through the city.
He had to admit that the level of prosperity here surpassed that of the Pirate World by several tiers.
There were, for example, the Turtle Cars with their distinctly otherworldly designs, aquariums that even housed Sea Kings, artificial beaches packed with bikini-clad beauties, and swimming pools with simulated waves.
These were luxuries that could only be enjoyed in a future world, so it was no wonder the medieval pirates lingered here and refused to leave.
Longinus had not gone far when a high-end Turtle Car pulled up beside him.
The door opened, and a tall, voluptuous woman stepped out. She wore a cool, revealing qipao and had fiery red hair. A pair of black ladies' ceremonial gloves covered her hands. As she bent forward, they accentuated the proud cleavage of her chest and the astonishing curve of her rear.
"Lord Longinus, I'm Baccarat, your exclusive receptionist in Gold City."
Her voice was exceptionally sweet and gentle, easily arousing a man's desire to protect her.
Longinus smiled. "The surveillance facilities in Gold City are truly impressive. I've only been ashore for a few minutes, and even my receptionist has already arrived."
Unable to tell whether Longinus was praising or mocking them, Baccarat hurriedly explained, "We only increased our surveillance for the safety of the Big Shots. If you're dissatisfied, Lord Longinus, I can plan a route with the least surveillance."
She had no choice but to be nervous. The man before her was a big shot even her boss had to take seriously.
"Human-shaped natural disaster" was precisely the phrase