On Coconut Island, Bloody John stood beside Horton and pointed at a young man-
"Xavier. A Coconut Island local. Someone you can trust."
The young man named Xavier had dark skin. At Old John's introduction, he immediately gave an honest smile, bowing respectfully to Horton as he greeted him.
"Hello, Mr. Horton."
His voice stammered a little.
It even sounded somewhat rushed.
Everything fit the image of an honest man perfectly.
Arthur was not surprised.
For the sake of his upcoming plans, Old John would not play tricks with his choice of messenger.
Simply put, Xavier was reliable and trustworthy.
Of course, even if the young man had disguised himself well enough, Arthur would lose nothing.
"I need you to take a message to His Excellency the Medium of South Los, who lives at 2 Kirk Street-
I am willing to become the sword in your hand.
I am willing to expand your territory for you.
More than that, I am willing to give you everything.
Eliminating the Dokiman Island Devils is only the beginning."
Arthur controlled his Alter Ego and spoke earnestly.
Xavier nodded repeatedly.
Old John stood nearby, seemingly smiling. In reality, the sight of Horton's "loyalty" sent chills through him.
Is this the power of the lion pride?
How terrifying!
Should I reconsider the risks of contacting that Old Lion...
No!
I'm afraid no one but Old Lion can help me!
After all, this concerns the Pirate King's treasure!
After only a brief hesitation, Old John grew even more determined.
Old John knew very well that, in all of South County, only Old Lion could "help" him with this. Or rather, only with Old Lion's permission could he approach the Pirate King's treasure.
Because-
The Pirate King's treasure was in the Inner Bay!
Yes, the renowned Pirate