Once the Marines had dispersed, Jewelry Bonney held back from beating Wuli too badly, afraid she would draw them back. But she couldn't bring herself to let him off, either, so she kept cursing him.
When her mouth went dry, she shot Shangyang a look and made the reluctant bird fetch her a glass of water.
Gulp, gulp!
After drinking, Jewelry Bonney's raw throat felt much better. She felt better for having cursed him out, too. But why had he stayed silent the whole time?
"Say something already!"
"The strongest Navy Captain, Wu—li!"
Jewelry Bonney glared at Wuli, enunciating every word. Her eyes brimmed with murderous intent and mockery.
Wuli met her gaze and said earnestly, "I hid the fact that I'm a Navy Captain. But I never meant to send you to Impel Down!"
"Hmph. You expect me to believe that?" Jewelry Bonney shot back.
"Yes!"
"Fine. Then tell me this ship isn't heading for Marine Headquarters."
Wuli had no answer. The ship really was heading for Marine Headquarters, and they were nearly there.
"Well..."
Jewelry Bonney sneered. "Go on, you liar!"
"I really never intended to throw you in prison," Wuli said hurriedly. "Don't worry. I'll find a chance to let you go."
Seeing how serious he looked, Jewelry Bonney began to believe him.
"You lied to me and caused me tremendous emotional distress. You owe me compensation." Jewelry Bonney glanced at Wuli and spoke slowly.
Realizing she had forgiven him, Wuli smiled and patted his chest. "All right. Name it. If I can do it, I will."
"There's something wrong with my powers. I need to eat a lot before they'll gradually recover. You'll cover my food expenses for three months."
Jewelry Bonney held up one finger. Sweat broke out across Wuli's forehead. The Big Eater could