Perfectly Natural

Without hesitation, Moke reached out and, with swift and natural movements, wrapped his arm around Carina's slender waist. This sudden action caught Carina completely off guard; she didn't even have time to react.

At this moment, Carina felt as if her waist was being gripped tightly by a powerful force, completely under Moke's control. A faint blush involuntarily rose to her cheeks, as alluring as a ripe apple.

Although somewhat flustered, Carina tried to struggle discreetly to break free from Moke's grasp. However, no matter how hard she tried, she found herself unable to escape Moke's hold, as if his hands possessed infinite magic. Helpless, Carina had no choice but to submit for the time being, but inwardly she Dark-Dark Fruit, "This despicable bastard... how dare he treat me like this! Humph! I'll let you have your way for now, but later I'll steal all your valuables and see how arrogant you are then! I'll make you taste my power!"

Just then, Moke's gaze was suddenly drawn to a woman walking towards them. The woman had long, fiery red hair that flowed in the wind, radiating a captivating luster. She wore a dress similar to Carina's, but a long one, with the hem reaching her calves.

This form-fitting dress perfectly hugged the woman's graceful figure, outlining her exquisite curves. From her high breasts and slender waist to her round and pert buttocks, every feature exuded a captivating charm. From afar, her figure resembled the letter "S," graceful and alluring, full of feminine softness and sensuality.

What's even more striking is that when this Red-Hair woman walked lightly forward as if stepping out of Mew, each of her steps was like a beautiful and moving melody, silent yet extremely penetrating, easily piercing through the defenses of the crowd and reaching the deepest, most secret, and most primal corners of their desires.

Her graceful figure swayed gently with her light steps, like a willow branch swaying in the wind, perfectly showcasing feminine softness and charm. Such alluring beauty was captivating, leaving one utterly mesmerized.

"Tsk tsk..." Moke, who had been staring intently at the Red-Hair woman, couldn't help but curl his lips into a wicked smile, murmuring softly, "What a captivating beauty! How can such a beautiful woman exist in this world? And here comes another stunning beauty." With that, his long, deep-set eyes shifted slightly, his gaze falling on the other equally alluring young women beside him. Then, in a seductive yet authoritative tone, he commanded, "My brother is new here and unfamiliar with the place, so he'll need you ladies to take good care of him. Serve him well, make sure he's satisfied and happy. Those who serve him perfectly will be richly rewarded!"

Hearing this, the woman who had been nestled in Moke's arms immediately responded obediently, "Don't worry, sir. We will do our best to serve your brother, ensuring he enjoys royal treatment and is completely comfortable." Before she finished speaking, this clever and understanding woman gracefully and naturally broke free from Moke's embrace, her movements elegant and natural, without the slightest hesitation. Then, she turned around, waved her hand lightly, and directed the other beauties to quickly surround Enel, who was standing to the side, like butterflies flitting among flowers.

However, Enel remained indifferent to these beautiful women throwing themselves at him, even revealing a hint of annoyance. For him, women had never been the focus of his attention; his mind was entirely elsewhere. Surrounded by these beauties, he felt extremely uncomfortable and inwardly groaned.

Moke's lips curled into a slight smile, revealing a resolute expression. He said in a deep voice, "This is also a form of cultivation... I absolutely cannot refuse!" Enel, upon hearing this, stared wide-eyed at Moke in astonishment, his mouth agape as if it could fit an egg. He thought to himself, "Women can be used for cultivation? How come I've never heard of such a thing before?"

Moke completely ignored Enel's utterly shocked expression. After quickly settling Enel, he left him alone and instead stretched out his strong arms to tightly embrace Carina beside him, before striding towards the person approaching.

The newcomer moved with graceful poise, each step exuding a unique charm. When she saw Moke, she slightly raised her slender eyebrows, her eyes revealing a hint of arrogance and disdain, and coldly said, "There are rules here, and I hope you'll abide by them." She then casually glanced at Carina, who was being held in Moke's arms, and continued, "She's our songstress, not someone who entertains men."

Who exactly is this woman? It turns out she is Baccarat, one of Tesoro's two most renowned executives, her status so exalted it's practically otherworldly. In this realm, she wields absolute power, truly second only to Tesoro. Moreover, she shares a deep bond with Tesoro that transcends ordinary partnership. Therefore, even when facing the infamous Shichibukai Moko, Baccarat maintains her haughty and arrogant demeanor. After all, with their power and methods, even the fearsome Celestial Dragons and the incredibly powerful World Government can be easily manipulated. What is a mere Shichibukai compared to that?

If it weren't for the fear that the losses from causing trouble here would far outweigh the potential gains, why would they have any fear? "Tsk tsk tsk..." Moke's sly eyes roamed over Baccarat's body without any restraint, brazenly appraising her. Upon seeing this, Baccarat's eyebrows furrowed instantly, her heart filled with anger. She knew that in this vast entertainment city, no one had ever dared to be so disrespectful to her! Therefore, her face darkened, and she solemnly warned again, "I advise you to obediently follow the rules here, otherwise..." However, this time, before she could finish speaking, Moke rudely interrupted her without any politeness.

A sly smile crept across Moke's lips as he slowly said, "What if Carina herself is willing?" As he spoke, he leered at Carina, his hand sliding down Carina slender waist. Then, he brazenly patted her round, firm, and elastic buttocks twice. In an instant, Carina 'Carina body trembled violently, her entire body stiffening as if struck by lightning. She never imagined that Moke, this bastard, could be so despicable and shameless! No, she couldn't let things continue like this; she had to find a way to get him away from here immediately!

She needed to find a place to successfully distract him! Otherwise, wouldn't this guy take full advantage of her today? Thinking of this, she immediately giggled, her voice clear and melodious like a silver bell. "Oh dear, sir, it's still early. How about we go to the casino together for a bit of fun? After we've had our fill, we can come back and I'll go find some of my girlfriends to have some fun with, okay?" With that, Moke unabashedly reached out and gently pinched her. Just as Carina was gritting her teeth in anger, he exclaimed with satisfaction, "Hmm, not bad at all! This feels so bouncy and smooth, it's simply irresistible!" Then, Moke turned his gaze to Baccarat beside him and advised, "I say, Baccarat, that guy named Gild Tesoro is utterly useless. In my opinion, you might as well join my pirate crew."

Just then, a cold laugh suddenly rang out. Moke, Carina, and Baccarat all turned to look in the direction of the laughter. A strangely tall and imposing man was striding towards them. He had gray-green hair, wore a pink shirt and matching trousers, and purple sunglasses, giving him a somewhat cool look. However, what was most striking was his dazzling gold attire—a thick gold chain around his neck, enormous gold earrings, and numerous extravagant gold rings on his hands... In short, he exuded an aura of nouveau riche from head to toe.

"Gilde Gild Tesoro?!" When Carina saw the person who had arrived, her pupils contracted sharply, her eyes widened instantly like saucers, and her mouth gaped open in extreme surprise, almost wide enough to easily fit an egg. Then, a scream involuntarily Ground Burst from her mouth, a scream like an incomparably sharp sword piercing straight into people's eardrums, its sound so shrill and piercing that it seemed to tear the surrounding air apart.

Carina had been navigating this place for quite some time, enduring hardships and making her way in the world. During this time, the various legends and tales of Gilder Gild Tesoro echoed in her ears like the chirping of cicadas on a summer afternoon. It could be said that the name Gilder Gild Tesoro was so familiar to her that it was practically a household name.

This man is the undisputed and undisputed overlord of this region. His wealth is comparable to that of a nation, and the power he wields can shake the very foundations of the world. Whether in the underworld or the legitimate world, or among various powerful figures, everyone trembles with fear and utmost respect when facing him.

Once upon a time, Carina had the privilege of witnessing an unbelievable scene: a group of mysterious figures, whose identities were unknown but whose origins were clearly significant, suddenly appeared in this place. These people were said to be from the high and Might-Shaker World Government, which commanded respect Four Seas. However, what was unexpected was that they would personally take action and willingly act as Gild Tesoro's accomplices. Right before everyone's eyes, this group of mysterious figures swiftly and decisively assisted Gild Tesoro in swiftly and decisively executing several extremely arrogant and audacious pirates who dared to cause trouble in this place.

The harrowing scene remains deeply etched in Carina's mind to this day. Whenever she recalls it, her heart trembles involuntarily, and a chill runs down her spine.

Such a thing, if not experienced and witnessed firsthand, would probably be unbelievable to anyone. However, even with the facts right in front of her, Carina still harbored deep doubts and shock. After all, the World Government and pirates have always been irreconcilable enemies, yet they would make an exception for Gild Tesoro, demonstrating the extent of his influence.

This is why, deep within Carina's heart, there lingered an indescribable and persistent fear of the fearsome and powerful Gilder Gild Tesoro. This fear, like a seed buried deep within her heart, took root, sprouted, and grew stronger day by day, until it permeated every corner of her soul. So much so that whenever she was forced to confront him, an instinctive tremor would surge up like a tide, causing her to involuntarily tremble as if she were standing in a frozen wasteland.

In stark contrast to Carina stood Baccarat, quietly to the side. Her delicate face was framed by a slight upturn at the corners of her mouth, like a crescent moon hanging in the sky, perfectly radiating confidence and pride. In her bright, star-like eyes, it seemed that nothing in this world could possibly stump Gild Tesoro. In her view, as long as this Might-Shaker figure personally intervened, no matter how complex or thorny the problem, it would ultimately vanish without a trace, like morning mist dispersed by the sun.

At this critical moment, Gild Tesoro, like a majestic lion, strode forward with agile and steady steps, approaching Moke's location. Each step he took seemed to land heavily on solid ground, producing a deep and awe-inspiring sound, like Thunder or drumbeats, carrying an undeniable and powerful force as he slowly crushed towards his target. As he drew closer, the surrounding air seemed to solidify, and a suffocating atmosphere filled the air, making it almost impossible to breathe.

Finally, he stood before Moke, his face as somber as the sky before a storm, utterly calm. Especially his pair of incredibly sharp eyes, like two razor-sharp daggers, were fixed on Moke, their gaze chillingly cold, like two biting winter winds, inspiring fear and dread.

"Boy, I'll be frank with you today. You do have some ability, and your men are quite capable. But..." At this point, Gild Tesoro suddenly paused, his deep eyes as cold as an icy pool, staring intently at his opponent, sending a chill down his spine. The entire space seemed to freeze because of his silence; even the air that had been flowing around them seemed to freeze instantly as if by magic.

After a moment, he spoke again, his voice low and deep, as if it came from hell, each word carrying a chilling coldness. "This territory I control is not a place where you can do whatever you want and act lawlessly! Here, I call the shots!" As soon as he finished speaking, he raised his head slightly, scrutinizing the person in front of him with a condescending attitude.

After a brief pause, Gild Tesoro continued, "If you've come here just to have some fun and relax, then I'd love to welcome you with open arms. After all, we're all sailors, and occasional entertainment is only natural. However, if you dare to harbor ill intentions and try to stir up trouble or cause chaos on my turf, hehe, then don't blame me for being impolite! I'm sure that with just a flick of my finger and a bit of electricity, I can easily strip you of your enviable Shichibukai status... Also, I hope you'll show sufficient respect to my crew members standing before you. They are all brothers who have followed me through thick and thin for many years, and I won't tolerate any disrespect or offense!"

Upon hearing this warning, Moke first turned his head slightly, then glanced casually in the direction of Baccarat with a seemingly casual yet subtly meaningful look. In that brief moment, the corners of his mouth slowly turned upward on his previously calm face, gradually forming a meaningful and slightly mocking smile.

It must be admitted that Gild Tesoro's words were indeed true. With his terrifying financial power, achieving things unimaginable to ordinary people was not difficult at all. However... Moke felt no fear whatsoever. A glint flashed in his deep and sharp eyes as he thought to himself, "The time is not yet ripe. I'll let you continue to be arrogant and domineering for a while. Once the news of the Navy's impending execution of Ace spreads, I will make you... and your women, kneel down and beg for mercy, singing songs of conquest!"

Whenever this image flashed through his mind, Moke couldn't help but turn his gaze back to Baccarat. No wonder this woman always exuded a unique charm, that captivating allure—it was because she was a married woman! In Moke's opinion, he simply didn't believe that Gild Tesoro and Baccarat's relationship was merely that of crew members. After all, when a man successfully possesses immense power, a high position, supreme authority, and inexhaustible wealth, women naturally become a hot topic they can never avoid. Unless, of course, this person isn't even a real man!

However, things were far from as simple as they seemed. In fact, in the deepest corner of his heart, he harbored an indescribable fondness for this feeling.

You know, how many upright and honorable men in this world can truly and genuinely rid themselves of that greedy heart, like Cao Cao's, filled with lust and an intense desire to possess the beauty and figure of others?

Even someone like him is ultimately not immune to worldly concerns. However, judging solely from appearances, this man Moke hides all his emotions very well, always giving off an air of calm, composure, and ease.

Look, he simply swayed his arms gently and unhurriedly, a faint smile appearing on his handsome face, and then said slowly and steadily, "My friends, there's no need to be so tense as if facing a formidable enemy!"

Actually, the reason I traveled such a long distance to get here was entirely due to an agreement I made with one of my closest friends, the Baboon King Burns.

The two of them had long ago planned to stage a breathtaking and earth-shattering gambling battle here! That's why I led the rest of my fellow crew members who had sailed with me to this place, which is praised by the world as the largest entertainment resort in the world.

Our trip has no other purpose than to completely relax and indulge in this incredibly joyful and wonderful time!

Immediately, his previously gentle expression hardened, and his tone shifted abruptly like Inazuma. His mild voice instantly became sharp and piercing, like a drawn sword flashing with a chilling light. "However, you all may not know, I am a free spirit, accustomed to doing as I please, and I hate any form of restraint or constraint! I have the utmost disgust for those who constantly uphold so-called rules and regulations! Since Baccarat is now one of your female crew members, I will not say another word on this matter. However..."

At this point, he paused slightly, then suddenly pointed a finger directly at the graceful beauty beside him, a carefree smile playing on his lips. He continued, "But this beauty beside me is clearly a songstress! Can't even such a woman accompany me to enjoy myself and while away the time?" Before he finished speaking, his narrow eyes were fixed unabashedly on Baccarat not far away, his burning and unrestrained gaze like two blazing flames, seemingly intent on burning away all obstacles in their path.

Baccarat was stared at by this sudden and extremely aggressive gaze, her face instantly turning ashen, like the bottom of a black pot, extremely unsightly. At this moment, not only was Baccarat herself trembling with anger, but even Gild Tesoro, who had been standing quietly to the side, had a livid face, veins bulging on his forehead, clearly enraged beyond measure. This was because these words sounded so meaningful, seemingly concealing endless sarcasm and provocation between the lines.