Most Had Ulterior Motives

Sisis seemed somewhat apologetic as she continued, "I shouldn't have kept this from you, but I chose to remain silent because that person was far beyond your ability to handle. You're so straightforward by nature that I was afraid you'd do something foolish without regard for the consequences!"

Although Ata felt somewhat dissatisfied as she listened to Sisis's explanation, she understood that Sisis had meant well. After all, Sisis was far more experienced than she was, and everything she had done was to help Ata avoid unnecessary trouble.

Just then, Sisis suddenly turned her gaze toward Moke, a hint of appreciation flashing in her eyes. Smiling, she said, "But now, you have the means to contend with that person."

Moke narrowed his eyes and pondered inwardly. Someone capable of protecting the entirety of Chef Island really wasn't ordinary. Sisis had immediately hit the key point, giving him a new understanding of her abilities.

Then, the Longarm Tribe woman seemed to have more to say. She paused briefly before continuing, "And not long ago, he defeated the Shichibukai Crocodile!"

The news was like a bombshell, stirring raging waves in Ata and Moke's hearts.

"What?!" Ata and Haila cried out in unison, their eyes wide as though they might pop from their sockets.

The news was simply too shocking. The Shichibukai were among the strongest pirates in the world, and Crocodile was one of the best among them. His strength was so great that he was nearly unbeatable. Yet someone had defeated him. It was utterly unbelievable.

And even more incredible was that Moke had actually defeated him. It was simply unimaginable! "I imagine your new bounty posters will be distributed across the world in the next couple of days," the Longarm Tribe woman continued, her words carrying sincere recognition of Moke's