Lafitte found a secluded corner and pulled a Den Den Mushi from his coat. After it rang two or three times, the call connected, and the Den Den Mushi instantly took on the image of a sharp-eyed man.
"Captain."
Lafitte's voice became respectful and methodical. He first gave a detailed report on the progress of consolidating the North Blue's underworld forces, as well as the establishment of intelligence networks at several key points. The figures were precise, and the logic was clear.
Only after reporting the official matters did he mention his unexpected discovery.
"...In addition, I happened to learn of a famous blade called Kikoku. It is said that its potential sharpness rivals that of a Supreme Grade blade, but it has a special mechanism. Only when its wielder infuses it with Haki to make it acknowledge them as its master can it display its true power."
Silence fell on the other end of the Den Den Mushi. More than ten seconds passed before a response came.
"Tell me the location. I'll go take a look in a few days."
Lafitte immediately gave the precise locations of Wilberuz Island and Octagon Village, then repeated the information about Kikoku that he had obtained from the shop owner.
After finishing his report, Lafitte put away the Den Den Mushi, adjusted his top hat, and headed toward the coastline with the newly acquired Qu Yan in hand. However, after taking only a few steps, a tall figure suddenly sprang out from the dense shadow cast by a nearby building and blocked his path.
The newcomer had two vivid red vertical markings painted across his face and held a slender rapier, his expression arrogant.
"Finally caught you. You won't escape this time, Louis's lackey!"
Diamante pointed his sword directly at Lafitte, his tone