**Chapter 77: Praise Too Much, and It Becomes an Insult**

After they finished eating, Rebecca started to feel sleepy. Uchiha Izumi was carried off to bed, and the soldiers followed Rebecca as they left together.

Meanwhile, King Riku listened to Raijin's plan, occasionally frowning slightly.

Raijin's plan was too simplistic, and the flaws were obvious at first glance.

But this plan was aimed at the pirate Doflamingo.

The Navy might cooperate with them, so King Riku decided to go along with it for now.

"Will the Navy really come? Should I personally contact them?" King Riku asked.

Could a single phone call from Raijin really get the Navy to come to Dressrosa to investigate a Warlord of the Sea?

King Riku was skeptical. He had contacted the Navy years ago, but the response he got was from a member of the Donquixote Family.

This time, Raijin might end up attracting Donquixote's officers again.

"No need! From what I know, the Navy is already on its way to Dressrosa."

"And it's none other than the veteran Vice Admiral Tsuru who's personally heading here."

"So you don't need to worry about that," Raijin said with a smile.

With Vice Admiral Tsuru coming, it basically meant they had the Navy on Dressrosa's side.

Once she arrived, Doflamingo probably wouldn't be able to stir up any trouble.

"Tsuru! Vice Admiral Tsuru, the Navy strategist?" King Riku swallowed hard, his eyes lighting up.

If it was someone who had once fought alongside the Navy hero, then he could rest easy.

He trusted that the people from Garp's generation wouldn't collude with pirates.

If they ever did, then there would be no hope left for the Navy.

"Even without the Navy, Doflamingo isn't much in our eyes."

"So you don't need to worry too much about him. He's just a pirate, nothing more than a paper tiger."

Raijin said calmly, as if Doflamingo was nothing worth mentioning.

If he praised Doflamingo any more, it would be an insult to others.

King Riku forced a laugh, unsure where these people got their confidence from.

The Warlords of the Sea were recognized by the World Government, each one a top-tier power on the seas.

But to this man, they seemed like mere toys.

He just hoped Raijin wasn't bluffing.

"So, what can I do?" King Riku asked Raijin, realizing that Raijin seemed to have everything covered.

There was nothing left for him to do.

"What you can do is reveal Doflamingo's actions to Vice Admiral Tsuru. That's enough."

"As for defeating Doflamingo and capturing him, leave that to us."

Raijin's only request of King Riku was this.

Once King Riku restored his honor and reclaimed the throne, it would be time for him to take control of the country again.

"Alright!"

King Riku nodded in agreement without hesitation. There was no risk for him, and Rebecca wouldn't even need to show up. It was almost too good to be true.

Raijin nodded back and arranged a room for King Riku in the villa, with a member of the Uchiha clan staying nearby to ensure his safety.

The next day, a Navy warship slowly docked at Dressrosa's harbor.

Doflamingo and his entourage were already standing at the harbor, neatly lined up and ready to welcome the Navy strategist.

"Heh, heh, heh... I never expected Vice Admiral Tsuru to be willing to come to such a filthy place inhabited by pirates," Doflamingo said, standing at the harbor and watching the white-haired woman disembark from the warship. Two female marines followed behind her, both of whom had been by Tsuru's side for years and were not to be underestimated.

"Just because you became a Warlord of the Sea, does that mean the Navy can't dock at Dressrosa for resupply?" Tsuru replied calmly. "I must say, Doflamingo, it's surprising that a pirate like you could become a respected king. Quite unexpected."

Tsuru glanced at Doflamingo. He hadn't changed much from before, but ever since becoming a Warlord of the Sea, he seemed even more arrogant.

Could a pirate really govern a country properly? Tsuru couldn't believe it, but so far, Doflamingo had managed to keep his misdeeds hidden from her grasp. Until now, she hadn't received any solid information about his activities.

"Heh, heh, heh... After all, I am the descendant of kings," Doflamingo replied with a smile, spreading his arms wide. "Eight hundred years ago, the Donquixote family ruled this country. Even after all this time, I still consider these people to be my subjects."

Tsuru said nothing more about the kings from eight hundred years ago. Discussing such topics was taboo in the world; bringing them up could draw unwanted attention from the World Government. Although someone of Tsuru's rank had little to fear, she didn't want to invite unnecessary trouble. After all, she wasn't like Garp, who could sit around with his legs propped up and do nothing in the Navy!

Tsuru was a strategist in the Navy, wielding significant influence. It wasn't appropriate for her to discuss sensitive topics, so she walked straight into the town, observing the peaceful and happy atmosphere. Every face she saw was smiling. Couples in love strolled by, and the entire place seemed filled with the essence of romance.

This scene surprised Tsuru. She had originally thought the stories about Doflamingo's peaceful rule were exaggerated, but to her surprise, they were true. Not a single face showed any sign of suffering. Their happiness was genuine, not something that could be faked.

Tsuru even used her Observation Haki and found no trace of pain in these people. Moreover, the country was full of blooming flowers, making it a unique sight in the New World. No one in this country seemed to be oppressed, even the few homeless people she saw. In a world as harsh as the seas, they were among the better-off.

What caught her eye, though, were the toys. She glanced at the innocent-looking little girl at the back of Doflamingo's group. If she guessed correctly, the girl's ability was likely behind it all. The filth of this city was hidden deep beneath the surface, never shown openly.

However, after spending half a day touring Dressrosa, Tsuru hadn't found anything unusual. Before her arrival, the city had undergone a thorough purge. Sugar, using her Devil Fruit ability, had eliminated most of the hidden threats in Dressrosa. The agents planted here by the World Government and the Revolutionary Army had been completely removed, becoming part of the country's fabric.

To prevent any accidents, Sugar remained close to Doflamingo. If anything went wrong, she could use her Hobby-Hobby Fruit's powers against the Navy in an instant. If their secrets were at risk of exposure, she might even attempt to turn Vice Admiral Tsuru into a toy.

"What a surprise, Dressrosa is truly a beautiful place," Tsuru remarked as she finished her tour. "I'm impressed. When I return to the Navy, I'll make sure to promote your methods of governance."

Tsuru had toured all of Dressrosa, but the informant she was waiting for had yet to appear. Perhaps they were afraid of Doflamingo, who was right by her side.

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