What? You Want Me to Take Out Sakazuki?

Rayleigh was initially surprised that Ortolan could contact Dragon of the Revolutionary Army, but after considering Dragon's identity and the relationship between Ortolan and Garp, he found it quite reasonable.

Considering Ortolan's rebellious thinking and actions, he even felt that this situation was simply a matter of course!

Meanwhile, Ortolan, for various reasons, didn't bother to avoid Rayleigh and Shakky, and openly sat down in the tavern to chat with Dragon.

"These past two days, the situation has been very serious for your Revolutionary Army..." Ortolan said to the Den Den Mushi with a serious expression.

Dragon shook his head with amusement on the other end of the Den Den Mushi, and said, "Are you still worried about how serious the situation is for our Revolutionary Army?"

"You're too kind, too polite..." Ortolan replied, then said, "We G-5 are currently engaged in a lot of business. In a while, we plan to enter the food, arms and other related markets. We heard that things aren't going too well over there, so we came here specifically to help our good brother out."

Upon hearing this, a hint of interest flickered in Dragon's eyes. He said to Den Den Mushi, "Oh? It seems you really intend to expand your business. Aren't you afraid I'll expose all this to the World Government?"

"See, this is trust. If I didn't trust you, would I be telling you this?" Ortolan said in a tone that made it sound like he considered Oltoren a brother.

In fact, although he wants to enter these industries, Ortolan still doesn't intend to put G-5 on the table. He will definitely need someone else to act as his guarantor. As for the candidate, he is most likely to arrange it for the Marines's 'reserve Rear Admiral's Doflamingo.

"So what you want to talk to me about today is these private business matters?" Dragon asked after thinking for a moment.

"My main reason is to connect with you and strengthen our relationship," Ortolan said with feigned sentimentality, before continuing, "Secondly, cooperation and business are secondary..."

"Cooperation..." Dragon keenly grasped this element and said softly, "I see. So, if I want to become a valued customer of yours and purchase food, weapons, and other supplies from you on a long-term and stable basis, then I have to give you a pledge of allegiance first?"

"That's not quite right. It's mainly because we've had some misunderstandings in the past, and I'm worried you don't trust me. So I wanted to work with you on some projects first, so we could get to know each other better and build some trust. That way, we can both feel at ease," Ortolan said with a smile.

"So what kind of cooperation do you want?" Dragon asked after pondering for a moment.

"I want to become Marine Admiral, and I need your help!" Ortolan said bluntly.

No sooner had he finished speaking than Dragon said in a deep voice, "I, Dragon, rely on three things in this business: ruthlessness, loyalty, and many brothers... If you think I'd betray my brothers as a means for you to get promoted and make a fortune, then you've really misjudged me, Ortolan!"

Ortolan was silent for a moment. He wanted to correct Dragon's views. For gangsters like you, if you want to grow big and powerful, the so-called three things should be betraying your brothers, breaking your promises, and taking care of your sister-in-law, right?

However, Ortolan quickly snapped out of his thoughts and said with a smile, "Of course I wouldn't misjudge you. I consider you my dearest friend, my brother. How could I ask you to do something that would betray your brother? Otherwise, you could betray them one day and betray me the next, wouldn't you agree?"

For a moment, Dragon thought he was right, but there was clearly something wrong with what he said, so much so that he didn't know how to respond.

"Then tell me how you want me to lend you a hand?" Dragon asked after thinking for a moment.

"Ahem... confidential information." Ortolan first feigned mystery, then whispered, "Mary Geoise is preparing to make a move against the Fleet Admiral. You used to work in our Marines, so you must understand what this means, right?"

"So, I'm telling you, but since the higher-ups are interested in making a move, with your qualifications, I don't think anyone in Marineford will be able to compete with you... Do you really need my help?" Dragon said, slightly puzzled.

Although he has been away from the Marines for a long time, Dragon still has a relatively clear understanding of the Marines situation.

Given Ortolan's strength and current seniority, there are only a handful of people in the Marines who can compete with him for the position of Admiral, and he even has the advantage among them. He still needs my help.

But just as he was thinking this, Dragon was startled, as if he understood something, and said, "Are you afraid it's not safe enough, so you want to eliminate a competitor to ensure that no one can stop you? You and Kuzan are quite close, and that Borsalino guy doesn't like to compete with anyone, so you want to use me to get rid of Sakazuki? That way, your biggest threat will be eliminated, and your promotion to Admiral will be a sure thing... You're ruthless, Ortolan!"

Ortolan????

I thought I, Ortolan, was ruthless, cunning, and despicable enough, but I never expected that you, Dragon, with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, could come up with such vicious methods.

"Luckily, you, this black sheep, have been kicked out of the Marines, otherwise I would really have a worthy opponent!" Ortolan said to the Den Den Mushi with emotion.

Dragon said in a deep voice, "Although I am now an enemy of the World Government, I am not as ruthless as you think. Sakazuki and I have no grudge against each other, and in fact, our relationship is not bad. If you want me to be your weapon, then you really are..."

"I know you're not that kind of person, don't worry, I didn't intend to..." Ortolan interrupted before Dragon could finish speaking, offering an explanation.

Before he could even finish his explanation, Dragon added, "It costs extra..."

The two spoke almost simultaneously, and then suddenly fell into an eerie silence.

Dragon stood there stunned for a moment on the other Den Den Mushi. After a while, his face felt hot, as if he had lost a lot of face.

After hesitating for a moment, Ortolan couldn't help but ask, "How much do you want?"

Don't get me wrong, he absolutely didn't mean to kill Sakazuki. He was just curious about what value Sakazuki was in the eyes of someone like Dragon!

"Ahem..." Dragon cleared his throat, slightly embarrassed, and instead of responding to Ortolan's words, changed the subject and asked, "Stop talking nonsense here, what exactly do you want me to do?"

"Here's the thing, as you know, Admiral Sengoku been incredibly kind to me. His affairs are my affairs. Now there's some movement from above, and I reckon it might not be finalized for several years. Admiral Sengoku is an ambitious man. If he can become commander sooner, he can realize his ideals and ambitions sooner, bringing more justice and care to this sea. Therefore, I feel that waiting a few more years will hinder Admiral Sengoku's progress. If Admiral Sengoku doesn't progress, how can I?" Ortolan said in a tone of great indignation for justice.

Dragon remained completely calm on the other end of the Den Den Mushi, poured himself a cup of tea, and showed no intention of answering Ortolan's high-sounding words.

Ortolan didn't seem to intend to let Dragon speak, so after a brief pause, he continued, "I've also found out the details of this matter. To put it simply, the reason there's been movement is because the Fleet Admiral is starting to consider retirement. However, it's only a consideration, which is why it will take two or three years to finalize things. I was thinking, since that's the case, could I speed up the process?"

"Accelerate the process?" Dragon frowned, somewhat not understanding the meaning of those words.

"Well, anyway, I'm not familiar with this so-called Generalissimo. I've never even met him, so there's nothing to be embarrassed about. My idea is that since retirement will require a few more years of turmoil, why don't we just find a way to get him out of office? We're all going to retire anyway, so why go through all this trouble? Wouldn't that be more convenient for everyone?" Ortolan said matter-of-factly.

Dragon was even more puzzled, and asked in surprise, "What does this have to do with me? You don't think I have some connections that can influence the change of the Fleet Admiral -Chief's position, do you? You're overestimating me..."

"Not at all, I know your own capabilities..." Ortolan said with a smile.

Although he understood what this meant, upon hearing these words, Dragon always felt that this guy was looking down on him.

"So let's just pin a huge blame on him, force him to take responsibility, and make him resign, that's all..." Ortolan said immediately before Dragon could speak.

"You mean, you want me to cause him trouble?" Dragon understood now, stroking his chin. "That's not a good idea..."

"Easy, I've already come up with the plan. You just need to cooperate with me, and we'll burn Mary Geoise down. He'll have to step down whether he wants to or not!" Ortolan said casually.

Dragon was stunned for a moment: Burn Mary Geoise?!

How could you say that so casually? If I hadn't heard your words clearly, I would have thought you were offering to treat me to barbecue!