"Because without you and Lord Fisher Tiger, I would never have become the man I am today!"
The smile faded from Tesoro's face as he spoke solemnly.
Having built his fortune from nothing, he was certainly no fool. But he valued emotional bonds more than the wealth in his hands.
From the moment he escaped Mary Geoise, from the day he seared the image of that Fish-Man standing amid the flames into his memory, he had sworn to repay his saviors.
At last, that day had come.
"Tesoro!"
Xia Le fell silent for a long moment before finally patting him on the shoulder.
"The Marines do indeed need your help!"
He paused, then sighed softly.
"I'm sure you've already noticed the Marines' most pressing problem."
Tesoro nodded. "You're expanding the Marines, but you need enormous amounts of money!"
"That's something I can help you with!"
"You see..."
At this, he smiled confidently.
"If there's one thing Gold City never lacks, it's Beli!"
Hearing this, Xia Le smiled as well.
Chapter 357: In Wano Country
Xia Le naturally had faith in Gild Tesoro's financial power.
The World Government would not care about his personal strength. In other words, the only reason those people showed him any respect was his financial maneuvering.
Tesoro alone had managed to use wealth as leverage against the World Government.
Moreover, he had extensive connections and close ties with various powers. If he supported Marine logistics, he would surely deliver some unexpected surprises.
Of course, what surprised Xia Le most was his willingness to cooperate.
He had even volunteered to join the Marines.
After the banquet, Tesoro excitedly took Xia Le aside to express his loyalty.
"I know you intend to accomplish something great!"
"All these years, I've quietly followed you and Lord Fisher Tiger while working