One Piece: The Art of Explosions
Chapter 332

Eight Dark Kings

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"Interesting!"

Below, Enel sat in a chair with his legs crossed, a deep smirk playing on his lips.

The reason they didn't take action that year was not only because they didn't have time, but also because they were too lazy to bother with it; after all, the country itself required their time.

Of course, there's one last reason: to make these grasshoppers jump around more, ideally more and more, so that they can be caught all at once.

"I think we should wait another year. There will definitely be even bigger fish then!"

Tesoro chuckled sinisterly as he munched on an apple.

"That's a great idea!"

Bai Doudou's ears twitched, and she exchanged a glance with Tesoro, then laughed at the same time.

"No, a year is enough. If we don't clean this up soon, the world will think our country is nothing special. Boss is one of the Four Emperors now, and I won't allow myself to be looked down upon."

Rob Lucci coldly rejected Bai Doudou and Tesoro's ideas.

"Rob Lucci is right."

Closing the file, Kalifa said solemnly, "Our investigation revealed that public opinion of the country hasn't been very positive this past year. Many people believe that our replacement of Big was a fluke, and that's the reason."

"If this continues, we'll be watched. Then even an ant could challenge our authority. I don't have time to deal with these trivial matters."

Kalifa's pretty face showed some displeasure; clearly, the pressure of the past year had left her breathless, even with Reiju sharing the burden.

"The forces behind it!"

Resting his head on his side with his legs crossed, Ye Chen didn't tie up his long hair today, but simply let it hang loosely behind his head. However, the Nitro Fire in his right eye had changed somewhat.

If you observe closely, you'll see that it starts as thick, black smoke, then flames a few seconds later, and finally a mixture of smoke and Nitro Fire. This shows that Ye Chen is constantly cultivating his abilities.

Furthermore, they became increasingly adept at extending the smoke and flames.

You might not see any results in the short term, but with persistent effort, you will definitely reap the rewards in the long run.

"According to Kaku and his team's investigation, there are quite a few forces involved, but most of them are just small fry. I've selected a few big shots hiding behind the scenes."

Reiju made a joke in a very serious tone, and the joke was full of disdain, a contempt that came from the bottom of her heart.

"One of the big bosses of the Underworld, the Big Hand Funeral Director Peclo."

"Wait, Underworld boss? So arrogant? I've never heard of him before."

Bai Doudou glanced sideways, inexplicably annoyed, as did everyone else.

"Listen to me."

Reiju rolled her eyes.

"Okay, you can continue."

Bai Doudou shifted her position, making herself more comfortable, and shrugged indifferently.

"The Underworld, as the name suggests, is a clandestine marketplace where all sorts of illegal, cruel, and unethical things gather. It can be one of the darkest places in the world."

Arms, medicine bottles, food, slaves, organs—all sorts of illegal trades can be found in the Underworld, as long as you have money.

The forces that control the entire Underworld are eight Dark Kings, also known as the Underworld bosses. The combined power of these eight Dark Kings is such that even the Four Emperors have to give them face.

Most importantly, the Underworld has become saturated and reached a state of equilibrium. A change in one part can have far-reaching consequences. They may have grudges among themselves, but when they encounter an enemy, they will work together to exert pressure, causing huge turmoil that affects the whole world.

This is also why the World Government, the Navy, and the Four Emperors tolerate them, because the profits generated by the Underworld are at least in the hundreds of billions.

However, these eight Dark Lords all have clearly defined roles, and because of this, even forces like the Navy and the Four Emperors, who are envious of such enormous profits, dare not make a move."

"So arrogant?"

Enel crossed his arms, pursed his lips, and didn't take it to heart.

"The Underworld covers a wide range of things, with businesses in the Four Seas, the Grand Line, and the New World; in the New World, the Four Emperors are the absolute overlords on the surface, while in the shadows, they are the subordinates of these guys."

These eight Dark Lords have never interfered in the affairs between the Four Emperors; on the contrary, they have given them considerable face, so the two sides have always lived in peace.

"But this time they've intervened." Tesoro and the others' faces darkened.

Why interfere now of all times? It clearly shows they don't respect the country.

"That's right, they've intervened, albeit secretly!"

Reiju's eyes flashed with malice; she was furious when she first received this news.

At the level of the Four Emperors, what a country needs is not wealth, but face.

But now the country has been severely humiliated, thanks to Reiju and Kalifa to endure it.

That's right, Ye Chen was unaware of this news, as were Enel and the others; otherwise, it would have been impossible for it to drag on for more than half a year.

His indifferent expression began to harden, and Ye Chen narrowed his eyes as he looked at Reiju and Kalifa.

Bege and the others, who were originally filled with righteous indignation, all subconsciously shut their mouths.

"Bss"

Kalifa and Reiju tried to explain, but Ye Chen waved them off.

"There will be no second time for these so-called Dark Kings."

"Yes."

Unconsciously, Reiju and Kalifa breathed a sigh of relief.

"These eight dark kings are none other than the Big Hand Funeral Director Peclo, who deals in the dead and whose shadow can be seen behind the wars of various kingdoms."

"King of Loan Sharks Du Feld can lend money for anything profitable, from Devil Fruit and Famous Sword to wealth and slaves, with returns that are practically in the hundreds of thousands."

"Big News: Morgans, the president of the World Economy News Paper, is the one who owns half of the world's news newspapers. His intelligence system is comparable only to that of the World Government, and only the news newspapers under the World Government can rival him."

In addition to reporting the news, he also resells information.

"The Concealer Giberson, a consignment shop, can store anything—money, Devil Fruit, slaves, women—and charges a commission, sometimes with interest, just like the bank you used to work at, Boss."

"The Shipping King, Umit, transports and salvages goods all over the world. Many powerful forces give him face, and he'll transport anything, as long as he pays."

Ye Chen remained expressionless, but was somewhat astonished, because this was similar to the express delivery industry in his previous life.

"Organ dealer Jigra, this guy is the most insane in the Underworld, willing to wage war for business, and his methods are ruthless."

"Pleasure Queen, Stussy, has control over almost all the sex trade in the world. Her methods are not exactly virtuous, and her intelligence capabilities are not weak. However, she hides herself very well. The only information we know is that she is a woman."

At the same time, this woman, along with Big Mom and Empress Hancock, is collectively known as the world's leading woman.

"The leader of women?"

Everyone in the main hall was stunned.

"Yes, it means that these three women are role models and goals for women all over the world. 'Big' represents strength, power, and status. They may not be perfect in terms of external conditions, but they are ranked first."

After all, this world is ruled by strength!

"Second is the world's most beautiful woman, the Shichibukai Empress Boa Hancock, who is known as the most beautiful woman in the world."

"And then there's this mysterious Pleasure Queen!"

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