When the two returned to the Sabaody Archipelago, Lin Yuan didn't feel anything, but Tesoro was different; he only felt endless sighs.
"Boss, if it weren't for you, I don't know what would have happened to me. I might be dead by now."
As for other words of loyalty, Tesoro didn't say anything, but he had already secretly vowed that he would kill any enemy of Lin Yuan in the future.
"Why say all this? Just focus on your own work."
The two were walking casually down the street when suddenly, a very ordinary-looking young man walked up to Lin Yuan and bowed slightly.
"My lord, the No. 1 auction begins in three days, and the target is among the attendees. Furthermore, your accommodations have been arranged at the Venus Hotel near the auction venue."
Lin Yuan nodded, and the young man didn't say anything. After handing Lin Yuan two room cards, he slowly disappeared into the crowd.
Tesoro watched the departing person, a look of surprise on his face.
"Boss, is this the Shadow Secret Guard you were talking about? He's really ordinary. If I hadn't looked closely, I would have thought he was just a passerby."
"Yes, they belong to Stella, Erza, and Emile, and they've developed quite a few subordinates over the years. It seems they're doing quite well."
Tesoro knew about the organization his wife was involved in, but he hadn't inquired about it. He never expected that they had people in the Sabaody Archipelago as well.
Tesoro was amazed and admired Lin Yuan even more. With just a few casual instructions from his boss, he had managed to establish an intelligence network that extended to the Four Blues and the Grand Line.
"Boss, why don't we put some of our people in the New World? That way we can gather more information later."
This was a point of contention not only for Tesoro, but also for the other core members, but they all acted according to Lin Yuan's instructions and did not raise any questions.
"No need, I have my own plans."
Lin Yuan didn't explain. He didn't want to extend his intelligence network into the New World right now. Firstly, the New World was too chaotic, so there was no need for it. Secondly, he had the foresight to believe that the New World would eventually belong to the Four Emperors.
He was aware of all this information, and it wouldn't be too late to send them out once the New World was relatively stable, since the Shadow Secret Guard weren't quite manpowerful enough yet.
In just a few years, they've managed to establish numerous bases across the Four Blues and the Grand Line, which is quite impressive.
He casually tossed a room key to Tesoro.
"Do you want to explore on your own, or go back and rest?"
Tesoro took the room key, glanced at it, hesitated for a moment, and then said.
"Boss, you go and rest first. I want to go and see the place where I used to live."
Lin Yuan didn't say anything. There was still plenty of time before the auction started, so he wasn't in a hurry and walked towards the hotel alone.
As for Tesoro, he also headed in another direction, towards his former residence.
Lin Yuan rested on Island Number One for a day, and no one dared to cause him any trouble. After all, those who could stay at the Venus Hotel were all either rich or noble, and ordinary people wouldn't come looking for trouble.
Although this place is a hub for human trafficking and Lawless Zone, it also has its own rules for survival, and the people who can live here have a certain level of discernment.
After resting for a day, Lin Yuan felt bored and called over Tesoro. Since returning yesterday, this guy seemed to have become more carefree.
Lin Yuan didn't ask what Tesoro had done.
" Tesoro, if you're free, come with me somewhere."
"Okay, boss."
Tesoro didn't ask where they were going, and the two headed directly from Area 1 to Area 13.
Lin Yuan remained silent throughout the journey, while Tesoro, who was also familiar with the area, occasionally explained things to Lin Yuan.
Upon arriving at area 13, Lin Yuan activated his Observation Haki, constantly sensing something.
Suddenly, the corners of his mouth turned up slightly, and a smile appeared on his face.
Let's go!
The two walked for another ten minutes or so, and then came to a tavern. Looking at the sign that read " Shakky's Rip-off Bar," Tesoro's lips twitched.
"Boss, is this the place you're looking for? How could anyone openly name something like this?"
"Hehe, let's go in and take a look, it's quite interesting inside."
The two walked straight in. As soon as they entered the store, a figure flew over. Tesoro was startled, and with a swift movement, kicked the flying figure away.
Only then did he see the situation clearly: a still-attractive middle-aged woman was grabbing the burly man, her thin fists striking his face hard.
The burly man seemed to be on the verge of fainting, his face covered in blood.
Lin Yuan watched the scene with great interest, his face full of smiles, while Tesoro was completely dumbfounded. What kind of tavern was this? Why did he come in to see a fight?
"Bang..."
Seeing a new customer arrive, the middle-aged woman casually tossed the burly man she was carrying onto the ground, then grabbed a towel from the counter to wipe her hands, lit a cigarette, and said with a smile.
"Hey, you two handsome young men, would you like something to drink?"
Tesoro glanced at Lin Yuan but said nothing.
"Hehe, two bottles of wine, the most expensive kind, and some local snacks too!"
Lin Yuan walked to a secluded spot and sat down. Tesoro, acting like a lackey, took the drink Shakky offered and poured it for Lin Yuan.
Shakky didn't recognize Lin Yuan's unfamiliar face, but when she saw Tesoro, a glint of light flashed in her eyes.
When she saw Tesoro pouring wine for Lin Yuan, acting like a little brother, a look of surprise appeared on her face.
Lin Yuan didn't stand on ceremony and accepted the wine offered by Tesoro. The two of them ate and drank as if no one else was around.
"Hey, I wonder where you two handsome young men are from? I've never seen you before!"
Shakky picked up a glass of wine from the counter, walked up to the two of them, and toasted them with a smile.
"I'm a local, but I left here many years ago."
"Oh, I remember now, it's you! I never imagined that you, who were once down on your luck, would become such a big shot!"
A glint of light flashed in Tesoro's eyes, and he asked with a smile.
"Oh, Miss Shakky knows me?"
"Well, you could say that. After all, some of the drinks I have here come from the Grand Line. Gild Tesoro, the president of the Abyss Chamber of Commerce, is one of the giants of the Grand Line."
"Back then, when you wiped out more than a dozen large pirate crews in one night, it shocked the whole world!"
Tesoro hadn't expected this little tavern to be so complicated; he'd only been inside a short time, and his identity had already been exposed.
"May I ask your name, sir? I have absolutely no recollection of you. Could you please tell me?"
Shakky smiled, looking curious, but Lin Yuan's next words shocked her.
"Although prices are relatively high here, it has a unique charm. I didn't expect Tesoro's identity to be exposed so soon after we arrived. No wonder she was once the Empress of Amazon Lily."
Should I call you Shakky Qi or Shakuyaku?
Shakky's smile vanished instantly, and she became secretly on guard. Few people knew her identity, yet the other party seemed to know it all.
Lin Yuan finished the drink in his glass and then said with a smile.
"Is Hancock alright? Did Rayleigh go for coating, gamble, or auction himself off?"
Shakky suddenly stood up, her face full of shock, and pressed down on something in her sleeve.