Xin Luo knew what Vegapunk was capable of because the scientist had astonished him before. His scientific knowledge was a full five hundred years ahead of the rest of the world, a fact everyone acknowledged!
No one knew whether even Vegapunk could pull off something like this. But Xin Luo could not deny that it was possible.
After some thought, Xin Luo said, "Whatever the case, I think our most urgent task is to find him and bring him back. The World Government will issue a warrant for him. I also hope your Undead Legion can keep an eye on what's happening out there, Mr. Loa. Of course, I'm sorry to trouble you. I'll send payment as soon as I get back."
He paused, then added pointedly, "After all, Poseidon is already out of control. Without Pluton, there's no telling who'll win this war! For the sake of World Peace, Vegapunk must come back!"
Xin Luo had meant to test Loa. He could read a person's thoughts from the slightest change in expression. At P0, an Intelligence Organization that trained agents, everyone had to learn that skill, and Xin Luo was particularly good at it!
But Loa shook his head with an utterly righteous expression. "No. How could I ask for payment? This is my duty for the sake of World Peace! Besides, you lent me Vegapunk to build Pluton without asking for anything in return. I'd be ashamed to take your money!"
He looked so noble and upright that Xin Luo might actually have believed him if he hadn't known Loa's history. But now...
Xin Luo: "..."
Like hell I believe you!
Still, this worked for him. All Xin Luo needed was the first move. He had asked the Undead Legion to "help." If they did find Vegapunk, Loa