Entrust It to Me

"Good!"

Upon hearing Koby's report, Long Yi could not help but reveal a delighted expression.

With the Whitebeard Pirates disbanding on their own, two of the Four Emperors were gone. Only Charlotte Linlin and Shanks remained active on the seas.

Half of his grand plan was complete. Success was right before his eyes!

"Cough, cough, Commander, Portgas D. Ace, he..."

"He is willing to trade his freedom for Luffy's freedom. What do you think...?"

Perhaps hearing that Long Yi was in a good mood, Koby hesitated before taking the opportunity to relay Ace's wishes.

"A trade? Heh. Who does he take me for, some petty merchant he can bargain with?"

To his surprise, Long Yi merely sneered after hearing Portgas D. Ace's request.

The indecisiveness of the Whitebeard Pirates' leader had left a very poor impression on him. It was too late to try making up for it now!

"Understood, Commander."

Long Yi's words darkened Koby's heart, but as a lieutenant colonel of Zou Marine Headquarters, he had no right to question the Supreme Commander's decision.

Thinking of how Luffy and Zoro were still locked up in prison, the Marine lieutenant colonel could not help showing a complicated expression.

"Luffy is your friend, isn't he?"

Sensing the change on the other end of the Den Den Mushi, Long Yi blinked thoughtfully before abruptly changing the subject.

"Yes, Luffy and I are friends."

Though they stood in different camps now, Koby would never forget the bond they had once shared.

He would not deny his relationship with Straw Hat, even if it might adversely affect his future.

"I see."

Long Yi gave no further reaction, merely responding noncommittally.

Several minutes passed. Just as Koby grew increasingly uneasy, unsure whether he should admit his mistake to the Commander, Long Yi suddenly spoke