"No!" Imu stopped Saint Garling's bold words, "If the Mother Flame is not completed before Luo Wen launches the final battle, then we will destroy Egghead Island and all the people and things on it!"
"If you discover the Mother Flame, bring it back, and destroy the people and the island!"
If he cannot figure it out before the final battle, then the Mother Flame will be useless against him.
Continuing the research would only benefit Luo Wen later, so it's better to just destroy it directly to his liking.
However, if Vegapunk had figured it out beforehand, then it couldn't be kept either.
The genius scientist, who surpasses the world by five hundred years, truly lives up to his reputation. His current research on the Mother Flame has touched upon the core secrets of the Great Kingdom from eight hundred years ago, and further research would also pose a threat.
"Yes, Imu!" Saint Garling understood Imu's meaning. "I will do my best to bring back the Mother Flame, and I will absolutely clean Egghead Island up completely!"
"Hmm." Imu nodded in satisfaction, then looked at the other two. "You two, together with Saint Saturn and Saint Nusjuro, will make preparations for the final battle."
"Understood!"
The two knelt on the ground and said with unwavering resolve.
"In that case, the three of you may go your separate ways."
Imu waved, signaling the three to leave.
Soon he was the only one left in the hall, sitting on the Empty Throne, a glimmer of hope rising in his heart.
The reunion of the immortal Five Elders would greatly enhance his safety. Furthermore, Vegapunk's research might directly allow him to regain his former glory.
Luo Wen, please give me a little more time.
I've only lived for a little over eight hundred years; I haven't lived enough yet.
Three days later, Vegapunk of Egghead Island Egghead managed to send a message to Stussy.
There was no way around it; the clever man had already realized he really had to send it.
This time, it's not something that can be faked and escaped using the Punk Records.
After all, this is the year 1520 of the Sea Circle Calendar, and now only Stussy can save him.
Stussy was also keenly aware of her own limitations; she knew that she, as a mere Queen of the Pleasure District, had no chance of saving Vegapunk on her own.
So, at the World Economy News Paper headquarters in Dressrosa.
This place was originally just a branch of the World Economy News Paper, but because Dressrosa is the headquarters of the Neo Marines and Luo Wen is stationed here, it has become the headquarters of the World Economy News Paper.
Today, an uninvited guest has come to Morgans.
Stussy held a slender cigarette between her two pale fingers, took an elegant drag, and let the wisps of smoke obscure her alluring face.
But his face, which was usually impassive, now showed a look of worry.
Morgans looked at the woman before him with a slight headache. "May I ask what brings the Queen of the Pleasure District here?"
This woman is mysterious and dangerous, a troublesome person; he doesn't want to have too much contact with her.
Should we ask Neo Marines to arrest her?
"I've come to see Godslayer, but unfortunately, the Neo Marines doesn't seem to welcome someone like me, so I had no choice but to come and ask you for an introduction."
Stus said softly, sounding somewhat troubled.
"Looking for Luo Wen? I can make a call for you, but whether you can actually see him depends on him." Morgans was taken aback, looking at Stussy with a strange expression.
This woman came to see his boss, could she be here to deliver sex?
Tsk tsk tsk, the world is going to the dogs, the world is going to the dogs!
"Tell Luo Wen that I have important information that I need to meet with him, information that he will definitely be interested in."
Stussy knew exactly what Morgans was thinking.
That kind of thing is certainly possible, as long as Luo Wen is willing to help her.
"Brubru."
Morgans quickly dialed the Transponder Snail: "Luo Wen, the Queen of the Pleasure District wishes to see you. Would you be willing to meet her?"
"Huh? She wants to see me?"
Luo Wen was somewhat puzzled.
Aside from a brief encounter at the last auction, he and Stussy had never met properly.
Morgans asked, "So, are you going to see her or not? She said she has important information that she needs to discuss with you in person."
"Stussy needs to report important information to me..." Luo Wen hesitated for a moment, then decided to go see him. "Morgans, tell her to wait, I'll be right there."
Morgans replied respectfully, "Yes, Luo Wen."
Luo Wen immediately set off towards where Morgans was.
He knew Stussy's true identity: outwardly the queen of the Underworld and the Queen of the Pleasure District, but secretly a member of the World Government's CP0; in reality, she was an artificial human created by Vegapunk.
If this triple agent had anything to report to him, it would probably be about Vegapunk.
He was still very interested in this genius scientist who was said to have surpassed the world's genius by five hundred years.
Soon, Luo Wen arrived at Morgans' office.
Upon seeing Luo Wen's arrival, Morgans greeted him and then tactfully withdrew, leaving only Stussy and Luo Wen to discuss the classified information alone.
"Your Godslayer, it's been a long time; you are even more radiant than before."
Stussy looked at Luo Wen, her eyes sparkling with affection, her gaze conveying deep emotion.
It's not that she fell in love with Luo Wen at first sight, although Luo Wen is indeed handsome and dashing.
She just wanted to cater to his preferences and try to get closer to him.
"Heh, if you want to seduce me, we can talk about it in bed later." Luo Wen smiled and said calmly, "Right now, I'm more concerned about the important intelligence you need to report to me."
He wouldn't mind a brief affair with Stussy, firstly because he wasn't a good person, and secondly because Stussy was indeed alluring.
Her short, curly blonde hair is stylish and refreshing, her sapphire-like eyes are clear and bright, and her pink lip gloss is vibrant and alluring.
Especially today, her white dress and white sun hat made her stand out.
With her pure and innocent appearance and elegant demeanor, Stussy resembles a noble and pure fairytale princess.
But Luo Wen knew that Stussy was actually a highly skilled and powerful woman in the underworld.
The contrast between his outward appearance and his inner self gave him a violent urge to tear the surface apart and then ruthlessly ravage it.
"Then let's get down to business." Stussy didn't flinch at Luo Wen's burning gaze; instead, she puffed out her ample chest and licked her lips with her pink tongue. "We can talk about other things in bed after we've finished business."
Seeing that Luo Wen had feelings for her, she felt relieved.
Beauty is one asset, but purity is another.
Given these two factors, plus Vegapunk's importance, she believed that Luo Wen would lend a hand.
"Hehe, interesting. Woman, you've successfully caught my attention." Luo Wen sat down next to Stussy casually and pulled her into his arms.
Stussy instinctively resisted; she couldn't let herself be taken advantage of without even saying anything.
But Luo Wen's embrace was like a steel clamp, and she couldn't break free at all.
Stussy stopped struggling and collapsed into Luo Wen: "Luo Wen, please save my father's life. I'll do anything you want, as long as you agree!"