One Piece: Starting by Refusing Red-Hair's Invitation

Rayleigh rubbed his chin and studied Lin Mo thoughtfully. "Silence means you admit it. Let me guess what caught your eye... You only have one or two hobbies. Is there some rare, valuable vintage among the auction items?"

Lin Mo looked exasperated. "No. Stop guessing..."

"Hahaha." Rayleigh laughed. "We hardly ever see each other. Can't you spare a few more words for me? Who knows when we'll meet again? Oh, and that promise I made you still stands, now and forever. If you ever run into trouble, I'll do one thing for you, good or bad."

At those words, Lin Mo couldn't help giving him another look.

He actually still remembers...

Lin Mo himself had almost forgotten that Rayleigh had promised to do something for him.

He had intended for this round of drinks to settle things between them.

He didn't need that favor from Rayleigh, either...

But from what he knew of Rayleigh, now that the man had brought it up, he wouldn't let it go so easily.

In that case, since he was still considering how to get the Rebound Fruit at the auction in seven days, he might as well ask Rayleigh for help.

With that thought, Lin Mo asked, "You'll really do one thing for me, whether it's good or bad?"

Rayleigh's lips curved slightly, and he nodded. "Of course. I gave you my word. No matter how difficult it is, I'll do everything I can to help."

"Good." Lin Mo looked at Rayleigh and continued, "The auction house in Grove 1, a week from now. I'll be waiting."

"No problem." Rayleigh shrugged casually. "So you did have your eye on something at the auction. Hahaha, don't worry. I'll be there."

Shakky brought the warmed apple pie over to Enel and gave Kaku some snacks as