Gild Tesoro's Performance

Donquixote Doflamingo smiled at Lin Yan.

Lin Yan simply shrugged in response, neither confirming nor denying the statement.

Even the most reputable businessmen can go mad for huge profits, not to mention Donquixote Doflamingo was a gambler to begin with.

Moreover, in this guy's eyes...

I'm afraid Gild Tesoro isn't really a partner at all, but just a valuable pawn that's worth using.

Donquixote Doflamingo would make such a choice.

It was all predetermined from the very beginning.

"Alright, I wasn't interested in your reasons to begin with. I'm only here for the gold."

Lin Yan smiled at Donquixote Doflamingo.

"So, according to your plan, how should we proceed to meet this so-called Gild Tesoro?"

"That's easy."

Upon hearing this, Donquixote Doflamingo smiled and snapped his fingers.

"But it's not that urgent, Captain Lin. It's a rare trip to Gran Tesoro, wouldn't it be a shame not to take the ladies to see this renowned performance?"

"Lady..."

Upon hearing Donquixote Doflamingo's words, the girls around Lin Yan blushed simultaneously.

Even Boa Hancock is like that.

However, surprisingly, none of the three objected; instead, they all remained silent.

Seeing this, Lin Yan's smile became somewhat strange, and she couldn't help but scratch her head.

"Alright, it's good to relax a bit after all this time."

And so the matter was settled amicably.

What happened next is self-explanatory. Led by Donquixote Doflamingo, the group quickly arrived at the largest theater in the entire Gran Tesoro.

Tonight, the Gild Tesoro will be performing here.

Even when looking at the whole world.

The grand stage at Gran Tesoro is of the highest standard.

A performance by the Gild Tesoro himself is a rare treat, as evidenced by the expectant looks in the audience's eyes.

Lin Yan and her group.

It's better to arrive at the right time Tathagata early.

"Friday, Captain Lin, I'm going to my private room now. Please enjoy the rest of your time."

Donquixote Doflamingo smiled at Lin Yan and the three girls.

As the head of the Donquixote Family.

Donquixote Doflamingo certainly has a lot of influence.

They actually booked two private boxes in this world-class theater, which is quite a good hospitality. After all, even Donquixote Doflamingo would make a point of befriending someone as strong as Lin Yan.

Donquixote Doflamingo was quite perceptive; after saying something, he quickly withdrew.

Seeing that Donquixote Doflamingo had finally left, Ain nudged Lin Yan's arm with some concern.

"Lin, is this really okay?"

"What problem could there be?"

Lin Yan couldn't help but smile.

"We're all spectators now. Even the most arrogant pirates wouldn't make a move at this time. Let's just go along with Donquixote Doflamingo's suggestion and enjoy the show that's about to begin."

Lin Yan smiled and patted Ain's head.

"And even if something happens, I'm still here, aren't I?"

"... oh."

Feeling Lin Yan's hand on her head, Ain's pretty face couldn't help but blush slightly before she gently nodded.

Boa Hancock and Momousagi, watching the interaction between the two, couldn't help but show a hint of envy.

Of course, as we all know, girls also care about their image.

They simply wouldn't choose to join in at this time.

They didn't have to wait long.

Lin Yan had just finished comforting Ain with a smile when the stage lights suddenly dimmed, drawing everyone's attention.

Step... step... step...

Then, amidst the complete darkness, tiny specks of golden light suddenly appeared.

Accompanied by the crisp sound of leather shoes hitting the ground.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, the man known as the Gild Tesoro finally revealed himself.

He was a tall and handsome man.

He was tall and well-proportioned, with a sunny smile on his face.

With Gild Tesoro's appearance.

The entire stage gradually brightened up.

Good evening, everyone!

Gild Tesoro opened his arms wide, and as he cheered, a huge golden fountain erupted behind him.

It's all liquid gold!

Under a dazzling golden light, the whole world seemed to become magnificent.

Seeing this, Lin Yan nodded with some approval.

The audiovisual effects were comparable to many musicals I'd seen, and even more spectacular. Gild Tesoro truly deserves to be called one of the world's top artists.

The audience erupted in enthusiastic cheers.

However, amidst the cheers of the crowd, Gild Tesoro raised his hands to signal everyone to be quiet, and then picked up the microphone in his loud voice to announce something.

"Ladies and gentlemen! We have a very special guest here today, and even I am somewhat flattered! Let us give him a warm welcome..."

Gild Tesoro raised his hands, striking an exaggerated pose.

The spotlights in the entire venue began to dance, and to Lin Yan's somewhat surprised gaze, they were all focused on her private room.

"Welcome, Mr. Lin Yan, the Seventeenth Division Commander of the Whitebeard Pirates, to the wonderful Gran Tesoro!!!"

"..."

Everyone in the audience stared blankly when they heard the name.

Then the next second.

Everyone was in an uproar!

"Holy crap! The captain of the Seventeenth Division is here!"

"Am I seeing things?! Is it really him?!"

"My idol!"

"The future fifth emperor has actually arrived! Everyone get out of the way, I need his autograph!"

Everyone's eyes turned fervent.

Today, Lin Yan is a living legend.

Especially after the events at Amazon Lily spread, these pirates almost worshipped Lin Yan as a god!

Most of the pirates who come to the Gran Tesoro for leisure are people with considerable wealth and strength, and they are naturally well-informed.

In short, just worship!

"..."

Looking at the crowd that had exploded beneath her feet and were now casting admiring glances at her, Lin Yan smirked.

"So that's how it is... They deliberately put me in the open to prevent me from acting in the shadows."

Lin Yan chuckled wryly.

Naturally, he saw through Gild Tesoro's plan at a glance.

It's nothing more than deliberately putting himself in the open, letting everyone know that he's come to the Gran Tesoro, so that everyone here can act as his eyes and ears.

only...

Looking at Gild Tesoro in the center of the stage, Lin Yan's eyes became somewhat amused.

"Can you really defend against it?"