Do You Think I'd Believe Your Nonsense?

Under the military threat of Pacifista.

Vinsmoke Gage quickly recognized the truth and corrected his "brotherly" position.

The once arrogant and unruly commander of Germa 66 suddenly became docile.

In order to survive, Gage no longer mentioned "treatment costs" or hoped for "Bartholomew Bear's genetic data".

To be honest, he did have a backup plan--

If they can't get the Tyrant's genetic data, that red-haired brat next to him is a good test subject.

As a scientist, Gage knew all too well the power of the Devil Fruit- Paramecia [Magnet-Magnet Fruit]!

Unfortunately, the Pacifista's iron fist completely shattered Gage's ambitions and dreams.

"Lord White Dragon!"

Gage said in an extremely humble manner.

"The Germa Kingdom is willing to waive all of Miss Bonney's medical expenses!"

When Judge offered to "free" it, Gage heart felt like it was bleeding.

Germa 66's proud clone army.

They were as fragile as paper in front of White Dragon's "Pacifista," and were crushed into dust.

Although Gage has not yet tallied the exact damage suffered by the clone army.

But from that fleeting glimpse, he could easily tell...

The clone army is largely finished.

The time and money required for Germa 66 to rebuild a clone army would be terrifying.

However...

Why did Judge have to provoke White Dragon instead of saying anything Gage?

'I was so stupid, really... I only knew that White Dragon was Shichibukai, but I didn't know that his strength was this great...'

Gage's current feeling is regret, deep regret.

If heaven could give him another chance, he would never again clash with White Dragon...

The treatment plan that Gage devised for Bonney involved using Germa 66's scientific technology to clone stem cells for her, followed by a live transplant.

The total cost of the entire treatment is estimated to be about the same as becoming a "Cyborg".

It's important to understand that "Cyborg" are not the same as "clones."

The Germa Kingdom has an army of clones.

However, there were only four and a half Cyborg.

Vinsmoke Reiju, Ichiji, Niji, Yuji, and Sanji (who is not recognized by the family).

These four and a half children are all Cyborg.

They are the true trump card of the Germa Kingdom, and Gage's "greatest masterpiece"!

Now that he had to waive Bonney's treatment fees, Gage felt like he was losing money hand over fist.

But no matter what, it's best to be alive...

"Hmph."

Storm scoffed dismissively.

Some people are like that; they won't know the cruelty of the ocean until they experience the harsh realities of life.

Storm didn't bother with the trivial topic of treatment costs with Gage; he went straight to the core question.

How long will Bonney's treatment take?

According to Bear's previous statement, a doctor predicted that Bonney wouldn't live past ten years old.

Gage is not Vegapunk after all.

It will take Vegapunk a year and a half to cure Bonney.

How long will it take for Gage?

"Based on my experience, it takes about 5 years to create a 20-year-old clone soldier."

Gage's preliminary calculations yielded a somewhat conservative answer.

"Cloning and cultivating Miss Bonney's stem cells will take about a year."

"If further surgery is needed, it will probably take at least six months."

"If we include the time for recuperation and observation, it might take a total of... two and a half years."

Two and a half years...

Storm frowned.

Bonney is six years old this year, and will be eight in two and a half years.

Although this age is not yet the "ten-year limit" mentioned by the doctor.

But it's also a rather dangerous age...

Bear, on the other hand, felt extremely fortunate.

"Two and a half years... That's wonderful! Bonney will be fully recovered before her 10th birthday..."

Since even Bear, the father, said so, Storm didn't say anything more.

"Let's leave it at that for now, Dr. Gage."

Storm nodded and made another request.

"When you give me Bonney stem cells, please leave me a copy of the data and also reserve a sample."

"The data is perfectly fine, but the samples..."

Gage spoke hesitantly.

"Lord White Dragon, what do you need the sample for?"

"Of course, it's just in case."

Storm spoke calmly, laying everything out in the open.

"Dr. Gage, I don't really trust you. I believe in your scientific abilities, but I don't trust your character."

"Hahaha..."

Gage chuckled dryly, but he really couldn't refute it.

Based solely on his previous behavior, White Dragon simply said he "didn't trust his character"...

The other party's wording was already relatively mild.

"Besides, you're not the only one who can heal Bonney's Azure Jade Scales."

Ignoring Gage's embarrassment, Storm immediately brought up another scientist.

"I will soon set off for the Grand Line and then head to Punk Hazard Island in the New World."

"Dr. Gage, as a former member of the MADS organization, I think you should be quite familiar with that 'World's Number One Scientist,' right?"

"Vegapunk!"

Gage's pupils contracted slightly in an instant.

In the original MADS organization, every member had a super god above them, and that was Vegapunk.

Whether it's Queen, Gage, or Caesar...

These mad scientists are already quite remarkable.

But Vegapunk was a super scientist on another level.

The culprit that led to the dissolution of the MADS organization was the Lineage Factor Technology.

That was what Vegapunk and Gage discovered together: the "blueprints of life," capable of modifying life itself.

Although Gage wanted to say that his research on Lineage Factor was unparalleled in the ocean.

But even Gage had to admit that Vegapunk's research on Lineage Factor... was no less than his own!

Gage had also heard that Vegapunk had cloned a Devil Fruit —or rather, an "Artificial Devil Fruit"—based on the Lineage Factor of Beasts Kaido, one of the Yonko.

That's absolutely outrageous...

The Lineage Factor of Zoan Devil Fruit are easier to extract than those of other types.

However, Beasts Kaido is not an ordinary Zoan Devil Fruit Devil Fruit User; his ability is—

[Zoan, Fish-Fish Fruit, Mythical Zoan, Azure Dragon Form]!

Can Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit, which combines the Physique of a Zoan- Zoan with the Paramecia, be scientifically replicated?

Gage didn't know.

But he desperately wanted to know if the legendary "Artificial Devil Fruit" was really real...

"Vegapunk ..."

The name stirred up some memories for Gage.

"The government must be taking good care of that guy, right?"

At this point, Gage's words were tinged with obvious jealousy.

He wasn't just jealous of Vegapunk's talent and knowledge; he was also jealous of the treatment Vegapunk received.

A super scientist who is ahead of his time requires a great deal of resources to cultivate.

Gage could only earn bounties by fighting and risking his life for others, in order to develop Lineage Factor Technology.

Vegapunk, however, can freely apply for research funding from the World Government!

In addition.

As one of the World Government Member States.

The Germa Kingdom is also required to pay a huge amount of Heavenly Tribute to the World Government.

Perhaps the Germa Kingdom even received a share of the research funds that Vegapunk used!

The thought filled Gage with envy, jealousy, and resentment.

We're all scientists, yet the difference in our character is just too vast!

"The World Government truly values Dr. Vegapunk highly."

"Storm said calmly."

"However, I have already obtained permission from the Gorosei to go to Punk Hazard Island to meet Dr. Vegapunk."

"Dr. Gage, remember to prepare Bonney's cell data and clone samples."

"When I go to Punk Hazard Island, I will bring this data and samples and consult with Dr. Vegapunk."

"If I find out you did something to it..."

Storm didn't finish his sentence.

But every adult present could hear the warning in his words.

"Absolutely not, Lord White Dragon!"

Gage's forehead was once again covered in sweat, and his entire back was completely soaked with cold sweat.

"My loyalty to Lord White Dragon is as clear as the sun and the moon!"

"Besides, Miss Bonney is so lovely, who would have the heart to hurt her?"

"Save your breath, Dr. Gage."

Storm was almost amused by Vinsmoke Gage's fawning attitude.

Do you really think outsiders don't know what you've done to your wife and your children?

"The Germa Kingdom's 'Poison Pink,' 'Sparkling Red,' 'Electric Blue,' 'Winch Green,' and that 'Stealth Black,' whose family name you've expelled and taken back."

"The tragedy in the lives of hero Sora and these five children is all your doing."

Don't say things like "I can't bear to hurt the child"...

Do you think I'd believe your nonsense?

If Gage was merely panicked before, he was now filled with utter terror.

Sora, Reiju...

And then there's Sanji, who's already considered dead within the Germa Kingdom...

The Germa Kingdom's top secret was so easily revealed by an outsider.

White Dragon just mentioned news about MADS, which has been forcibly shut down by the World Government...

Gage felt that in the eyes of the White Dragon, his life was as naked as if he were without any secrets.

"I, I, I..."

Gage's body trembled violently, and he began to stammer as he spoke. Finally, he lowered his head.

"I understand, Lord White Dragon. I will do my utmost to heal Miss Bonney."

"Very good, Dr. Gage."

A smile finally appeared on Storm's face.

"This is what a normal doctor-patient relationship should be like..."

"By the way, does the Germa Kingdom accept hires?"

Although Vinsmoke Gage said he would pledge allegiance...

But Storm wouldn't believe a word of it.

He could never trust this scumbag.

However, Vinsmoke Gage's technological methods still have some merit.

"Hire?"

Gage looked up at Storm in surprise, but quickly looked away.

"No need to hire! The Germa Kingdom is willing to give everything for Lord White Dragon!"

"Hehe..."

Storm chuckled twice, not caring whether the words were sincere or not; they just sounded nice.

"In that case, why don't you teach this stupid subordinate who can't read a book first?"

"When that [Magnet-Magnet Fruit] came into his hands, he used it as a 'Scrap Collecting Fruit'."

"What a waste!"

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