"Don't worry, Mr. Kazu, we will definitely prepare a portion of every kind of dessert, just for you to take away."
"With me here, I guarantee there won't be any problems. I'll personally oversee the production of those desserts."
"Pellori~" (His catchphrase)
Perospero emphasized his importance in his reply, hoping to leave a good impression.
"Haha, I'm relieved to hear that."
"Would you like to stay and have a meal together?"
Kazu patted Perospero on the shoulder, acting like an elder despite being decades younger than him.
Perospero knew that the situation was beyond his control; his opponent was powerful, so what could he do?
He gave an awkward smile, waved his hand, and said, "Thank you for the kind invitation, Captain Kazu, but my mother is waiting for me to return and report, and there are still a lot of things waiting for me to handle in the Totto Land. Time is really tight, so I won't stay for dinner."
Perospero then looked at Robin, Makino, and Hancock, and took out three candy gift boxes and handed them over.
"I didn't bring much with me. These are the candies I'm best at making; I hope you all like them."
Makino and the other two accepted the gift without any hesitation. The gift box was exquisite, with pink packaging, and looked quite nice.
" Perospero, Mr. Perospero, we really like it."
Perospero was pleased to see that not only Kazu, but also his crew members, of the opposing Blond Hair Pirates had a fondness for sweets.
People who love sweets are their friends; who wouldn't like food that brings joy?
"I'm glad you like it."
"Then I won't disturb your shopping any longer. I'll be waiting for you all at Whole Cake Island."
"Peroli~"
After leaving the town, Perospero felt much less stressed.
Even though Kazu didn't intend to make a move, he was still under immense pressure.
Think about Whitebeard and Kaido, which one is easy to get along with?
The mission is finally complete, and we've left a good impression on Kazu; it's a perfect ending.
All that talk about rushing back to report to Mom is utter nonsense. If I really needed to report, a simple phone call would have sufficed. Why would I need to sail back?
By the time that happens, it will be too late.
"Let's go straight back to Whole Cake Island."
"Yes, Lord Perospero."
Three days later, Carlmand and the others finally returned, satisfied.
In their words, the girls in the New World are generally more fun-loving than those in the Four Seas and the Grand Line, which has greatly benefited the four of them.
"Let's go, don't dwell on it."
Kazu pulled out the invitation from Perospero, smiled, and said, "We're heading to the Totto Land next. They're inviting us to get free desserts; this is a rare opportunity!"
"That Big Mom Pirates?"
"I've heard their desserts are the best in the world, I wonder if it's true."
"While I'm not a big fan of sweets, this is, after all, the world's number one, so it's worth looking forward to."
As usual, Kazu left a Space Mark and then piloted the Divine Dragon towards the direction of the Totto Land.
On the deck of the Divine Dragon, Kazu was sunbathing as usual when a News Coo, seeing such a luxurious ship, flew over without a second thought.
Kazu looked up and made eye contact with the News Coo, then threw 500 Beli at it.
The News Coo flapped its wings happily twice, put the Beli into its pocket, then took out a newspaper and the latest bounty poster and tossed them to Kazu before happily flying away.
News Coo: The people on this ship are really generous. If I encounter a few more such kind people, I'll definitely be the sales champion this month.
Hahaha, Lord Morgans will be so happy to praise me!!
"Let me see what interesting things have been happening lately."
The World Government has taken emergency control of the Miracle Tunnel —yes, the one that Kazu created that leads directly to the New World.
From the World Government's perspective, this hole is a disgrace. How can the pirates act so brazenly beneath their feet? Where does that leave their face?
The World Government immediately ordered the Navy to build a military base here, and this tunnel became one of their exclusive passageways.
Previously, high-ranking naval officers who wanted to enter the New World would travel through the Calm Belt or cross over the Red Line, using a dedicated elevator.
Unlike pirates, they don't need to dive down to Fish-Man Island before entering the New World.
Now that we have this passage, we don't even need to go up to the Red Line anymore. The opening is big enough that warships can pass through without any problem.