After a brief conversation, Monkey D. Dragon made a humiliating exit.
However, he did not leave Dressrosa. Instead, he made the same decision as Kaido and Big Mom: to see if he could steal the Artificial Devil Fruit Technology.
Of course, he wasn't going to snatch it from Luo Wen. Monkey D. Dragon felt that the Revolutionary Army's cause still needed him, and he couldn't die young.
He wanted to try and snatch it from the buyers; compared to Luo Wen, those guys were easy targets.
Moreover, most of those who come to buy Artificial Devil Fruit Technology are not good people; they'll just steal it if they want.
Even if we manage to acquire it but can't afford to use it, and it has various shortcomings, it's still better than letting the technology remain in someone else's hands.
"Uh-huh."
Luo Wen watched Monkey D. Dragon leave the office, then simply shrugged indifferently.
He could roughly guess Monkey D. Dragon's thoughts; it was nothing more than stealing or destroying.
"But what does that have to do with me?"
"I don't care, "Luo Wen muttered to himself indifferently.
He's just a seller; it's a cash-on-delivery transaction, and after-sales service isn't his responsibility.
He was only responsible for selling, and he was very professional and wouldn't steal anything; what others did was none of his business.
Or rather, that's a different price.
Two days passed in the blink of an eye, and the day of the auction had arrived.
Over the next two days, more forces from various factions arrived, making Dressrosa even more lively.
Fortunately, thanks to Luo Wen's warning two days prior, all parties exercised great restraint and refrained from taking any outrageous actions.
Only a few low-level thugs couldn't control themselves and were dealt with by the Neo Marines, who were maintaining order.
Apart from that, everything was calm and peaceful.
At this moment, the sky is clear and blue.
The auction proceeded as scheduled, taking place right in the arena.
"It's finally starting!"
The auction for Artificial Devil Fruit, which all forces had been eagerly anticipating, finally began, and their minds began to stir.
How about we try creating chaos, a feint attack?
Their long-standing pirate mentality subconsciously leads them to want to do bad things.
"Forget it, forget it, there's no need to fight against my own fate."
When they stepped into the arena and saw the solid obsidian floor below, they immediately calmed down.
Especially when he saw Luo Wen on the high platform, he forced a smile out of fear.
The image of Luo Wen summoning the Pillar of Light and turning this place into a sea of lava just two days ago is still vivid in my mind.
Even stepping on the smooth, flat obsidian floor, one could still feel a burning sensation rushing to their heart and lungs.
This serves as a constant reminder to those with wicked intentions: Don't do it, or you'll die!
On the high platform, Luo Wen looked down at the guests.
News King Morgans became the host of this auction and the most lively atmosphere-maker.
Morgans readily accepted the job and was now passionately explaining and introducing each of the important figures present.
"The burly man with a cigar in his mouth and thick gold chains all over his body is Du Feld, the King of Loan Sharks. Has he also been attracted by Artificial Devil Fruit Technology!?"
The King of Loan Sharks smiled at Luo Wen on the platform, and at the same time removed his black top hat and bowed.
Faced with the threat of the Godslayer, he dared not display any of the airs of a king of the Underworld.
Compared to this person, his status was nothing at all.
"That guy carrying a giant scythe, exuding a murderous aura, is the infamous King of Assassins, Pieklo. Just by looking at him, you can tell he's about to make a big splash!" Morgans shouted out his conjecture.
"Don't talk nonsense. I'm here to buy things, I won't make a move in Dressrosa!"
Pieklo hurriedly explained.
He wanted nothing more than to tear Morgans's beak apart.
He cursed inwardly, thinking, "This is going to kill me!"
In front of Luo Wen, how could he dare to call himself the King of Assassins, or even talk about fighting a big battle?
Then, Pieklo forced a smile onto his cold face and humbly greeted Luo Wen.
Ignoring Pieklo's hostility, Morgans continued, "That beautiful and sexy lady is Stussy, the Queen of the Pleasure District. Although she's not young, she still looks youthful and radiant!"
"A beautiful woman's age should not be a subject of special attention."
Stussy gave Morgans a disapproving look.
What does it mean to be "not young"?
If Morgans hadn't become Luo Wen's subordinate, she would have definitely plucked Morgans' feathers.
Then, Stussy winked at Luo Wen and bowed gracefully.
Is this the legendary Godslayer? I wonder if the plan will succeed in its infiltration.
Stussy's eyes darted around, making it impossible to discern his true thoughts.
She is a double agent for both Vegapunk and the World Government, and she came here on the orders of the World Government.
First, to investigate intelligence on Artificial Devil Fruit Technology; second, to see if they could infiltrate Luo Wen's inner circle.
In comparison, infiltrating Luo Wen's inner circle is even more important.
"Hmm, not bad."
Luo Wen returned Stussy's smile, but had a different thought in his mind.
On the surface, she is the Queen of the Pleasure District, but in reality, she is a spy for the World Government's CP0, and is actually Vegapunk's android.
Her true loyalty lies only with Vegapunk, who created her and is like a father to her.
This is something worth noting.
It wasn't that he wanted to try out what it was like to be a android; he just wanted to contact Vegapunk through Stussy.
Before he could think it through, Morgans' voice came again. Because there were so many people, he only called out the names of the most important ones.
"The shipping tycoon who controls the world's shipping lanes and the world's richest man, the Gild Tesoro Gild Tesoro, have both entered the fray! For the sake of Artificial Devil Fruit Technology, the two kings of the Underworld have joined forces!" Morgans shouted passionately.
The two people he mentioned remained silent and quietly took their seats.
"Gild Tesoro's here too!"
The simultaneous arrival of the Shipping King and the Gild Tesoro caught Luo Wen's attention.
To be precise, it was the Gild Tesoro Gild Tesoro who caught his attention.
"Controlling 20% of the world's Beli is something to watch."
Luo Wen silently wrote Gild Tesoro's name down in his notebook, intending to deal with it later.
We're still auctioning off Artificial Devil Fruit; let's talk about other things later.
Following the kings of the Underworld came the various pirate factions.
"The Great Pirate Ochoku! The Big Mom Pirates, Katakuri and Smoothie of the Three Sweet Commanders!..."
One powerful figure after another entered the arena, pushing the atmosphere to a climax.
However, when Luo Wen activated his Observation Haki, he discovered the others hidden among them.
Hidden among the crowd are Kizaru and Aokiji, Monkey D. Dragon, whose entire body is covered by a black cloak.
And Kaido of the Beasts, who stands seven meters tall!
Even though he was completely covered by a cloak, Kaido was still spotted by Luo Wen.
"Everyone's here! It's so lively!"
Luo Wen sighed.
Two Admiral, one Four Emperors of the Sea), Monkey D. Dragon who wanted to take advantage of the chaos, the various kings of the Underworld, and the two Three Sweet Commanders of the Big Mom Pirates.
This auction is bound to be a fierce battle. Artificial Devil Fruit Technology and Caesar Clown can fetch a good price.
Seeing that everyone who was supposed to be there had arrived, Luo Wen stepped forward and announced loudly, "The heroes have arrived, the auction officially begins!"
Upon hearing Luo Wen's words, the audience below the stage perked up and were filled with anticipation.