"Of course, if that were all, it would merely mean there was something unusual about you."
"But the details of the battle a few days ago have already begun circulating among a small number of Legendaries."
"We all know Pearl's strength, but the power he displayed in that battle went well beyond a simple breakthrough."
"It was as though Pearl had awakened an entirely new system of power."
"Moreover, some of your subordinates share that same unusual trait."
"That means this unusual trait of yours can be replicated."
"So I want a share."
Looking at Bronn's certain gaze, Dunn fell silent.
The existence of Devil Fruits was bound to get out. That was inevitable.
It was not just a matter of the Devil Fruits Dunn had secretly distributed.
The more famous Dunn and his subordinates who had eaten Devil Fruits became, the more likely they were to draw unwanted attention.
Dunn knew this, which was precisely why he wanted to retreat into the Storm Sea with all his subordinates.
"All right."
Dunn took a deep breath and slowly nodded.
Seeing delight appear on Bronn's face, Dunn continued:
"But you will have to wait until after I advance!"
The smile on Bronn's face abruptly vanished, and he frowned, staring hard at Dunn.
The same problem remained: there was no telling how long it would take Dunn to advance. It was effectively an empty promise.
If that were the case, his negotiations with Dunn would have been for nothing.
Not quite for nothing. Although he had gained nothing, he had given his daughter away for free.
"Of course, as a show of sincerity, I can give you two shares when the time comes."
Seeing Bronn's expression, Dunn calmly sweetened the offer.
After all, if Lilith really did marry him and become his