This Is a Hot-Blooded Anime, Not a Boys' Love Romance

"Damn it! How did I get so carried away!"

He didn't know if his frantic filming had attracted Kuta, or something else entirely.

Anyway now

Kuta, the god of death, has arrived.

He was terrified, terrified to death.

"How?"

Kuta withdrew his gaze from the Camera and turned to look at Firebird.

"Why are you sweating so much? Are you sick? Should I introduce you to a doctor?"

"Let me tell you! The doctor I know is world-class. Don't worry, he'll definitely cure you."

"Hey! Why aren't you saying anything!"

As he spoke, Kuta's face darkened, appearing gloomy and somber in the moonlight.

"You're not afraid of me, are you?!"

Firebird Vance's lips trembled, and cold sweat soaked the ground beneath him.

I want to speak, but I don't know where to begin, so I can only complain in my mind.

"Knowing I'm afraid of you, why don't you hurry up and leave!"

"If you can't see my soul, are you all going to ascend to heaven?"

Kuta smirked, patted Firebird on the shoulder, and burst into laughter.

"Hahaha!! What's there to be afraid of! I'm not some kind of serial killer."

"Yes, yes, yes!! You're not a serial killer. There are thousands of corpses down there, and they're still warm! Let them get up and confront you, and see if they admit it."

Firebird Vance rolled his eyes after hearing Kuta's words, then took a deep breath.

Intelligence overcame fear and regained the high ground.

Since Kuta didn't kill him immediately, it's safe to assume he'll be fine.

So he doesn't need to be so afraid of Kuta.

Judging from his words, he seems to admire me quite a bit.

He twisted his stiff neck, slowly sat up, and didn't dare to pay attention to the sticky sweat on his body. Instead, he looked at Kuta and cautiously began to speak.

"Hello, Silver Hair brother. I'm a reporter from the World Economy News Paper, specializing in filming you star Pirates of the Grand Line and reporting your news to the world."

"Oh..."

Am I famous?

Kuta stared at the Firebird with a curious expression.

Of course.

"As someone whose first bounty was 70 million Beli, and who reached an astonishing 500 million Beli in just a few days, it's hard for you not to attract attention."

"You have no idea, the entire world's news corporations are watching you closely, waiting for you to enter the Grand Line!"

"Oh!"

Kuta a soft sound, not paying any attention, but staring curiously at the Firebird.

"Then why are you the only reporter on Bass Island?"

"Of course, it's because Bass isn't a popular island right now!"

"None of the Supernovas of the past decade or so have come from Bass Island, so it has gradually become a place where journalists are kept at bay."

"I wouldn't have come here if I hadn't wanted to try my luck."

"After all, the World Government has strictly prohibited journalists from coming here in recent years."

"Go in there to find out information!"

Is that so?

Kuta nodded.

The Bass Kingdom was nothing short of a farce orchestrated by the Celestial Dragons, a scandal in itself, and the World Government certainly didn't want reporters there.

Firebird stared at Kuta, as if he had thought of something. He quickly took out a small booklet from his ring, opened it, and took out a photo from the inner compartment of Kuta's first encounter with the Krieg Pirates when he first set sail.

"Silver Hair brother, look, your first battle was filmed by our colleagues at the World Economy News Paper."

The colleagues he was referring to were actually those News Coo.

These News Coo spend most of their time flying over the Sea, occasionally taking unannounced photos.

Otherwise, finding a ship on the vast Sea is no easier than finding a needle in the Sea.

A look of pride appeared on his face as he spoke.

"Although the footage isn't very clear, we are definitely the first Newspaper Office to pay attention to your work."

He wanted to demonstrate the strength of their Newspaper Office to Kuta in order to win Kuta's favor, so that their Newspaper Office could follow Kuta in the future without fear of being killed.

This is also a tacit understanding between their Newspaper Office and Supernovas.

Supernovas gain more exposure, which in turn leads to greater fame.

Their Newspaper Office can also benefit from this, not only earning more money but also gaining considerable fame.

"Oh!"

Kuta looked at the photo and nodded.

If you were to ask who the world's largest intelligence organization is, everyone would unanimously say: the World Government's intelligence agencies.

However, if we're talking about who in the world can know the situation on the Sea and the movements of the Sea Pirates the fastest, then it has to be the World Economy News Paper.

Because this Newspaper Office has News Coo organization that spans the entire world.

Even the Navy and the World Government sometimes have to buy news about Pirates crews from this Newspaper Office.

The annual selection of Supernovas is also orchestrated by this Newspaper Office.

Even the topic of King Luffy becoming a household name and being called the fifth emperor of the Sea was something that World Economy News Paper created.

In short, to become famous at the Sea, you either need to do something big or cultivate a good relationship with the World Economy News Paper. Even if you don't accomplish anything extraordinary, they can still make you famous.

Therefore, Kuta was not averse to Firebird Vance's overtures.

Because to solve the problems of the Bass Kingdom, we really can only rely on these journalists.

He remembered that the company's president, Big News Morgans, had made the decision a few years later to refuse to accept dirty money from the World Government and to relocate the headquarters.

I doubt this guy would refuse the friendship of someone who can constantly make Big News Morgans!

Chapter 25 This is an action-packed anime, not a BL romance novel!

"Okay, please introduce yourself first!"

Kuta stared at the Firebird, his eyes showing interest.

"We've been chatting for so long, and I still don't know your name!"

When I first saw this guy, I thought he was a fan of Doflamingo Doflamingo!

His flashy bright red coat is exactly the same style as Doflamingo's, and his pink rooster-comb hairstyle makes him look like he's cosplaying a turkey!

"I."

Firebird Vance's face suddenly flushed.

He sensed a budding friendship in Kuta's words.

As the first reporter to have a connection with Kuta, he was certain that his status within the Newspaper Office would rise significantly as he reported more on Kuta's deeds.

In the end, he might even reach the same heights as his idol, the Photo King nicknamed "Flame Photo Hero".

Of course, all of this is based on the premise of maintaining good relations with Kuta.

He stared at Kuta, cleared his throat, and excitedly began, "My name is 'Firebird Vance,' 28 years old, a journalist, unmarried, blood type A..."

Kuta watched the chattering Firebird without interrupting until the bird finished explaining its birthplace, place of residence, number of family members, and who they were.

Then he spoke up, "Gaining my friendship isn't that simple! It depends on whether your Newspaper Office can afford the price."

"Well..."

Firebird suddenly fell silent; he thought Kuta wanted money!

Although he had never seen Pirates who asked for money, he had heard of them.

But he's just a small-time reporter, he doesn't have much money!

So he looked at Kuta and cautiously began, "Um, um..."

"Stop stammering, just get to the point."

Kuta stood up, stared at the distant sea, and yawned.

"Um, Silver Hair brother, how much do you want?"

Firebird stood up, staring nervously at Kuta.

"Money?"

Kuta Guotou and looked at the Firebird in surprise. Seeing its tense expression, he couldn't help but purse his lips.

"When did I ever say I wanted money?!"

"It's free."

Firebird breathed a sigh of relief, then seemed to remember something, and his anxiety returned.

"No money? Then what do you want?!"

He glanced cautiously at Kuta, noticing the wicked smirk on Kuta's lips.

His expression and body trembled involuntarily.

Following her footsteps, she couldn't help but take a small step back, crossed her arms, and looked at Kuta with a wary expression.

"Could this guy be attracted to his good looks?!"

Even though he knew he was handsome, he still didn't want to fencing with anyone!

Looking at the Firebird, Kuta seemed to sense something; his lips twitched, and veins bulged on his forehead.

He stretched out his hand, took a step forward, and punched the Firebird in the head.

Thump--!

What are you thinking, you idiot?

"Am I really that kind of person, the most handsome man in the world?"

"Vomit..."

Kuta looked at this guy, he grew angrier and angrier, and couldn't help but feel an urge to kill him to silence him.

"Ouch! It hurts! It hurts!!"

Firebird clutched its head, its comb having been flattened by Kuta's punch.

He raised his head and cautiously looked at Kuta. When he saw the fierce glint in Kuta's eyes, he quickly spoke.

"Silver Hair brother, don't be angry, don't be angry. I was just joking, I didn't mean anything by it."

As he spoke, he suddenly felt a great sense of relief.

Looking at Kuta unrealistic that he couldn't possibly be someone who was just after his good looks.

Thinking of this, a sense of loss welled up in his heart for some reason.

"Alas! My beauty has nowhere to go, why is there no one to appreciate it!"

"Don't squat."

Kuta looked at Firebird and said irritably, "Call your club president right now. I need to talk to him. Only if we can reach an agreement will you gain my friendship."