Chapter 84 Shichibukai Alliance

Crocodile and Doflamingo were both stunned when they saw the design drawings that Gnar suddenly produced.

"Hey, what is this? Are these pieces of paper the bait you were talking about?"

Crocodile said, clearly unimpressed.

After all, Gnar's words had hinted at a tempting bait.

Gnar didn't respond immediately. He just smiled and said,

"Take a look first, and then tell me if you're willing to take the bait, hehehe!"

Crocodile and Doflamingo were puzzled at first, but as they examined the patterns and symbols on the papers closely, Robin's pupils widened in shock. She anxiously picked up some of the design drawings and scrutinized them.

This reaction made both Crocodile and Doflamingo curious. They each picked up a design drawing and began to study it with interest.

Doflamingo, who had been indifferent, now read the contents of the paper carefully. His eyes widened in disbelief, his body trembled uncontrollably, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead.

"Hey, are you kidding? Do you actually have something like this? This is a bait no one can refuse!"

At this moment, he was ecstatic, realizing that with this item, his dream of overturning the world ruled by the Celestial Dragons might actually become a reality.

However, Crocodile was somewhat confused. He looked around and saw that the design seemed to be of a machine, but he couldn't figure out its purpose.

Seeing Nico Robin and Doflamingo so excited, he knew it must be something extraordinary, so he asked,

"Hey, what exactly is this?"

Nico Robin answered,

"If I'm reading this correctly, this is the design of the Ancient Weapon Pluton!"

Robin said, coming to her senses and looking at Gnar with disbelief. How did he acquire such a formidable artifact?

"What!!!"

Crocodile's eyes widened in shock, mirroring Doflamingo's reaction. He stared at the drawing in his hand, trying to memorize every detail.

"Don't get too excited! These are just a few of the designs. You don't think I'd carry something so crucial around casually, do you?"

Instantly, Robin, Crocodile, and Doflamingo regained their composure and looked at Gnar, astonished. They couldn't believe that something legendary was actually in front of them.

"So, you have the design drawings of Pluton?"

Crocodile stood up suddenly, his greed apparent in his voice as he looked down at Gnar.

Gnar didn't seem fazed. Instead, he looked at them with a hint of sarcasm.

"Yes, I do have them. Why? Do you want them? Hahaha! But even if I gave them to you, do you understand how to use them? And even if you did, do you have the resources to build it? And if you do, are you prepared to deal with the Marines and the World Government?"

Gnar's questions made Crocodile's greed wane, and he calmed down.

Seeing this, Doflamingo looked at the Pluton design drawing in his hand and said with a wry smile,

"That's right. Even if we could build it, just the knowledge that we possess Pluton's design would make the Marines and the World Government come after us. It would be a bigger issue than releasing all the prisoners from Impel Down. The repercussions would be immense."

"Then what are you planning to do?"

Crocodile, now fully attentive, asked, settling back into his chair with some reluctance.

"Oh, you're not thinking of snatching it from me, are you?"

Crocodile scoffed.

Gnar, observing Crocodile's arrogance, laughed and said,

"Now, it's time to discuss the specific plan... I intend to recruit seven powerful and renowned pirates to form an alliance, similar to the Marine's Shichibukai system. It's a good name, so I'll borrow it without reservation. The current members include the two of you, and I already have candidates in mind for the remaining five!"

Crocodile, somewhat confused, asked,

"What about you? Aren't you part of this?"

Gnar's response was straightforward, his eyes gleaming with ambition.

"Since it's the Seven Warlords of the Sea, there must be a king. I will take that position. Do either of you have any objections?"

"Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa... Of course, I have no objections. With this Pluton design drawing, I would even be willing to be your subordinate..."

Doflamingo was not interested in mere titles. He was more intrigued by the many surprises Gnar might reveal. Not only did Gnar know numerous secrets, but he had also obtained the legendary Pluton design drawings.

Seeing this, Crocodile could only accept the situation and remained silent.

"Very well, since you have no objections, it's settled. However, the Seven Warlords of the Sea alliance is not just for show. From the moment it is established, we will be separating from other pirates. Our enemies will include not only the Marines and the World Government but also other pirates. To fight against them, we need four things: territory, people, money, and reputation."

"To challenge the pirates, Marines, and World Government, our current numbers are insufficient. Therefore, our first task is to secure a territory of our own. With territory, we can recruit soldiers and acquire resources. And for that, we need money. But where does the money come from? It comes from reputation."

This left both Crocodile and Doflamingo puzzled.

"What do you mean?"

"It's simple. What do you think is the most profitable business in the world?"

Without hesitation, Doflamingo answered with a smile,

"War!"

"Exactly! But there's a problem. After establishing our alliance, the Marines and the World Government will surely come after us. Pirates will also be our enemies. So, how can we profit from war?"

Both Crocodile and Doflamingo pondered this.

Fortunately, Gnar provided the answer.

"My idea is straightforward. On this sea, whether in the Four Seas, the Grand Line, or the Calm Belt, aside from uninhabited islands, countries fall into two categories: World Government member countries and non-member countries. We currently lack the power to engage with World Government member countries, so our focus should be on the non-World Government member countries."

Gnar then provided an example.

"Have you ever heard of the Kingdom of Jerma?"

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