"Everyone's having so much fun!"
A smile spread across Xia Le's face as well. "Then let's treat this as a vacation!"
"Headquarters will cover everyone's expenses this time!"
That single declaration surprised everyone behind him, and then they all burst into cheers.
"Thank you, Fleet Admiral!"
Buggy was so excited that he jumped up and down, grabbed Rosinante, and ran ahead. Smoker watched their retreating figures, shook his head, and sighed.
Xia Le smiled at the delighted faces of his companions, not particularly concerned.
Once he took down Tesoro, someone would naturally foot the bill. Marine Headquarters wouldn't have to spend a cent.
They headed into the largest entertainment city on the sea and soon discovered what made Gold City so alluring.
Almost any form of entertainment imaginable could be found here.
Amusement parks and casinos stood everywhere, while the streets and alleys offered a dazzling variety of drinks and snacks. Crowds danced to the music playing around them.
Smiling, Xia Le followed behind the others.
He was dressed for the beach as well, in a short-sleeved shirt, shorts, and flip-flops. His towering, muscular physique, however, drew the attention of quite a few women.
Some seductive-looking women even worked up the courage to approach and try to touch his pecs, only for Perona to glare at them and scold them away.
"These women are far too bold! Don't they recognize who you are?"
Perona puffed out her cheeks in indignation.
"Who would expect the Fleet Admiral of the Marines to come here?"
Xia Le laughed, unconcerned.
"Hmph!"
Perona was still fuming.
She suddenly turned and glared at a square-faced man watching them from behind.
"What are you staring at, creep!"
The word "creep" seemed to strike him like a devastating blow. He froze on the spot, as though turned to