The meetings of the Shichibukai, traditionally presided over by the Marine Fleet Admiral, were really little more than a formality and a show. No one truly took them seriously.
That was why only a handful of Shichibukai responded to each summons. Even having two or three attend was considered unexpected.
Yet this time, concerning the incident of Maud killing Gecko Moria, five of the six had actually come.
Even Hawk Eyes Mihawk, who was least likely to attend a Shichibukai meeting, had traveled a great distance to be there.
Not only were the several Shichibukai led by Doflamingo surprised, but Marine Fleet Admiral Sengoku was as well. He watched in astonishment as Hawk Eyes Mihawk walked toward the enormous round table.
Under the crowd's gazes, mixed with subtle implications, Hawk Eyes, whose aura was as sharp as a blade, said expressionlessly, "I'm only here to listen. That's all."
The implication was that he had come as an audience member and would not interfere with anything related to the meeting.
"Fufufu... Is that really all?"
Doflamingo scrutinized Hawk Eyes.
He did not believe Hawk Eyes's explanation in the slightest, but after carefully considering it, he could not find the slightest information suggesting any connection between Hawk Eyes and Maud.
Moreover, Hawk Eyes had practically no interaction with Gecko Moria either.
So what motive did Hawk Eyes have for attending this meeting?
Doflamingo was curious, but he maintained that uncomfortable smile on his face at all times.
Hawk Eyes calmly glanced at Doflamingo, ignored him, and silently took one of the seats.
Among those present, Doflamingo was far from the only one who was curious and surprised.
They all looked at the usually solitary Hawk Eyes with inexplicable gazes.
Hawk Eyes paid them no heed. He folded his arms and waited for