Stussy, a Vision in White
As the saying goes, to look good, you need to wear a white suit. Stussy, this charming and beautiful woman, is wearing a white women's suit today, with a small white hat with a rose on her head. Her slender arms are naturally draped in front of her like a noblewoman, and a small handbag is hanging from her arm.
Every move she made seemed meticulously planned; even descending the stairs had a way of arousing one's hormones.
Ortolan thought to himself, "She truly lives up to her title as the Queen of the Pleasure District."
The Pleasure District hasn't been established for very long; if I remember correctly, it was only about two years ago. It was just a small entertainment organization, yet in just over two years, Stussy was able to rapidly expand Pleasure District into a massive intelligence organization within the Underworld. This undoubtedly involved the powerful financial and material support of the World Government, and it also undeniably showcased this woman's shrewdness and ability!
As Stussy approached Ortolan and Katakuri, she seemed a little shy, covering her mouth with her hand and giggling, "It's so nice to have two such handsome men waiting for me here~"
"Ms. Stussy, it's been a long time." Katakuri greeted her with his usual icy expression.
Ortolan smiled and said, "I've long heard of the Queen of Pleasure District's extraordinary elegance, and seeing you today, it truly lives up to the hype..."
"Marines Admiral Vice Admiral Bane has performed many outstanding feats, and I've long heard everyone say that you are a pillar of the Marines's next generation. I just didn't expect that you would be even more handsome and heroic in person than you look in the photos!" Stussy replied with a smile.
After exchanging compliments, Katakuri, Ortolan, and Stussy left the port together and headed towards the island.
This wasn't because Stussy was high-ranking enough to have someone escort her to the castle; it was mainly because it was said that only Luther Field and Stussy were coming today, and there were no other guests to greet.
It must be said that Stussy is indeed a social genius, witty and engaging throughout the journey, always managing to be perfectly appropriate and never seeming to offend anyone.
Along the way, Ortolan and she chatted happily.
Upon arriving at the castle, Katakuri led Stussy to the guest room assigned to her and prepared to take his leave. However, just before parting, Stussy hooked her finger around the hem of Ortolan's robe and said, "Vice Admiral Bane, I have some personal matters I'd like to discuss with you. Do you have the time?"
As she said this, she deliberately winked at Ortolan in front of Katakuri.
Seeing this, Katakuri wisely patted Ortolan on the shoulder and said, "Torun, I have something to do, so I'll be leaving now."
Ortolan naturally agreed, nodding in response, and then walked into the room with Stussy.
After entering the room, Stussy first closed the door, then immediately took out a small black box from his handbag, opened it, placed it on the table, and then seemed to breathe a sigh of relief before saying, "Signal jamming complete, Vice Admiral Bane. Nice to meet you. Although I haven't introduced myself yet, I presume you know who I am?"
"CP-0, Senior Agent Stussy," Ortolan said matter-of-factly, his expression turning serious.
Stussy, still sporting his charming smile, asked softly, "So, Vice Admiral Bane, what is the purpose of your visit to Cake Island? As Marines, isn't it a bit inappropriate for you to appear so openly at the Big Mom Pirates' tea Tea Party?"
"Let's not beat around the bush. The World Government knows my background and identity. As for whether it's appropriate... I think it's very appropriate. Besides, our Marines has already reported this operation to Mary Geoise." Ortolan sat casually on the sofa, crossing his legs.
After a slight pause, Ortolan's gaze darkened as he looked at Stussy and said, "So, Ms. Stussy, are you here to hold me accountable?"
Stussy seemed to sense the pressure in Ortolan's gaze, but she still chuckled lightly and waved her hand in a slightly coquettish manner, "Vice Admiral Bane, you misunderstand. I just wanted to remind you to be mindful of your position..."
Then, before Ortolan could speak, Stussy sat down next to Ortolan, leaning casually against his arm, and said softly, "I just arrived here today, while Vice Admiral Bane has been here for several days, hasn't he? Do you have any good information or intelligence that you could share with me?"
Ortolan didn't shy away from the situation. Although he was already married and had a wife in the legal sense, he was actually a legitimate bachelor, okay? What's wrong with letting someone take advantage of him a little?
Leaning back on the sofa, inhaling the faint fragrance emanating from Stussy, Ortolan's slightly serious expression dissipated, replaced by a smile, "Yes, years ago, the Big Mom Pirates clashed with our Marines over the MADS research team. During that conflict, the Big Mom Pirates ultimately took Caesar from the MADS research team. I presume Ms. Stussy is aware of that?"
"Are you implying that Linlin probably already knows my identity?" Stussy sighed slightly, a hint of helplessness in his voice. "I guessed that a long time ago, but as the saying goes, 'seeing through it but not saying it.' Linlin didn't bring it up, and I myself wouldn't explain the situation. On the surface, no one knows, but in reality, everyone is aware of each other's circumstances. In this environment, certain businesses and certain connections are easier to enter, Vice Admiral Bane."
It's clear that Charlotte Linlin is shrewd, but Stussy is no pushover either. Caesar's secret in the hands of the Big Mom Pirates isn't exactly top-secret information, and Stussy has long suspected it. With that guy around, MADS's past secrets couldn't possibly be kept from Charlotte Linlin, and the same goes for her identity.
However, as Stussy said, this state of seeing through things but not saying them is actually more suitable for both parties to express various feelings that are not convenient to express openly.
"What I'm saying isn't about your identity or anything," Ortolan shook his head, then continued, "What I'm trying to say is that the Big Mom Pirates have already established a mature military production line. According to our G-5's market research in the Dark World... Ah, speaking of this, I'm being a bit presumptuous. As the queen of the Dark World, Ms. Stussy should know better than anyone that the Big Mom Pirates hold a significant share of the arms market in the Dark World..."
Stussy nodded, but said nothing.
Seeing this, Ortolan continued, "As far as I know, the World Government intends to decentralize military production... and seek partners within the World. I think the Big Mom Pirates would be a good fit."
Ortolan was still a man of his word. Since Charlotte Linlin had agreed to share the business with him, he would spare no effort to promote this big deal. Only in this way could he obtain the military production technology, and then G-5 would have the technology to build production lines and achieve the initial goal of self-sufficiency!
"So, Vice Admiral Bane is planning to act as a lobbyist for the Big Mom Pirates in this deal?" Stussy asked, sitting up a little straighter.
"I heard that your CP Agency is in charge of overseeing this matter. Ms. Stussy should be able to provide some assistance, right? As for the lobbyist, you could say that I have other dealings with the Big Mom Pirates because of this matter, but the details of those dealings are not convenient to disclose to you, Madam," Ortolan said with a smile, his tone very frank.
"I see~" Stussy, dressed in a suit, gave a look of 'Satori' moment.
Then she leaned on Ortolan's arm again, and asked with a smile, "If I help you, what benefits will I get?"
Before Ortolan could speak, Stussy blinked her big, adorable eyes at him and said, "To be honest, Vice Admiral Bane Ortolan, our CP Agency has already finalized two candidates: the Kaido Beasts Pirates and Linlin Big Mom Pirates. In the arms market, only these two can meet Mary Geoise's needs. But the problem is, the World Government is leaning towards Kaido's side, because Wano Country doesn't just produce weapons..."
"Seastone?" Ortolan sighed softly.
Indeed, in terms of military industrial competition, the Big Mom Pirates and the Beasts Pirates are not at a disadvantage in terms of production capacity and technology. In fact, it can be said that Totto Land Totto Land's production capacity is far greater and more efficient than Kaido's Wano Country's!
However, Kaido has a unique advantage: he can bundle his military industry with Seastone for sale, Wano Country is currently the world's largest known source of Seastone!
Although the Totto Land Totto Land also has some Seastone resources, compared to the Wano Country, it is nothing. It doesn't even have enough for itself, let alone sell it.