What a Bastard!

Marine Headquarters, in the Fleet Admiral's office.
Akainu leaned back in a large chair, a cigar clamped between his fingers, and said in a deep voice:
"If the World Government wants to hold the World Conference early."
"Then the Marines must invite the allied nations to hold a conference."
"It is imperative to make these allied nations choose a side!"
Currently in power, Akainu knew that launching a war against the World Government so rashly was truly too reckless.
It would be better to disintegrate them from within.
"This is all politician's games, don't tell me."
"I just want to enjoy some delicious food right now."
Xiao Zi Zai lay lazily on the soft sofa with a helpless expression.
He hadn't killed anyone in three days, he was truly too hungry...
"Tonight, the Kingdom of Ilucia in the West Blue and the Kingdom of Frau will bring the Heavenly Tribute Gold to the World Government."
"You lead a team to intercept them."
"It's a good opportunity to kill that old man Saint Figarland Garling."
Akainu rubbed his temples, pondering for a moment before slowly speaking.
"Finally, I can kill that old geezer."
"I'll go prepare right away."
Xiao Zi Zai's eyes immediately lit up upon hearing this, he sprang up from the sofa and strode out.
As soon as he finished speaking, the office door slammed shut with a "Bang."
Kizaru smiled wryly: "Isn't that too risky?"
Akainu shook his head: "Xiao Zi Zai's actions are all just to draw the World Government's attention."
"What you have to do next is the most crucial link."
Kizaru's shoulders slumped upon hearing this: "What is it?"
"Go to Egghead Island, bring Vegapunk back to Marine Headquarters."
As soon as Akainu finished speaking.
The weather suddenly turned gloomy, the sun seemed to be covered by something.
Suddenly.
Astonished cries echoed everywhere in the training ground outside: "A... Meteor?!"
Akainu's eyes immediately lit up, his resolute pupils piercing through the window, staring intently at the blind old man standing in the center of the training ground.
This time, he'd found a treasure!
Ron truly recommended a talent...
Akainu rubbed his chin, slowly saying: "Let's go."
"I'll also make a trip to the Sabaody Archipelago, to give that Ron fellow the Devil Fruits."
As he spoke, he picked up the chest on the table with a pained expression, and he and Kizaru left the office one after another.
These three Devil Fruits were to pay Ron for the venue fee.
However...
The Marines had also captured Whitebeard and Ace alive, so it could only be said that this time they made a huge profit!

In the Myriad Worlds Tavern.
Upon hearing the "Ding-ling" sound, the large door slowly pushed open.
Aokiji, wearing a black coat and sunglasses, slowly walked in.
A bicycle was parked outside.
"Welcome, Mr. Aokiji." Ron greeted with a smile.
"It's been a while since I've had a drink, Doflamingo told me to wait for him here."
Aokiji stretched, and was about to sit down at the bar when a small, slender figure in black clothing darted past him.
Seeing this, Aokiji suddenly stopped, the fear of being dominated by this Black Cat from his first visit instantly resurfacing in his mind.
That speed.
That power.
The painful sensation of being struck by a claw made Aokiji remember it vividly.
"Oh, it's you, long time no see."
The Black Cat raised its head and glanced, speaking in human language.
Talking?
This cat talks?!
Aokiji's eyes widened instantly, his face filled with surprise, and at the same time, he kept comforting himself.
In this tavern.
No matter what happens, it's all too normal.
Absolutely do not act like you've never seen anything before!
"Long time no see... Ah, Black Cat..."
Aokiji forced a stiff smile, but just as he was about to call her name, he didn't know what to call this cat, and froze in place.
"Her name is Yoruichi, don't mind her, hurry up and get to it."
Ron chuckled, immediately stepping forward to help Aokiji out of his predicament.
As a qualified tavern owner.
One must fleece customers, water down drinks, make ill-gotten gains...
Pah!
One must consider the customers!
"Hmph, how boring, I wanted to tease him a bit more."
Yoruichi glanced at Ron with some dissatisfaction, then directly leaped into Rem's arms, her head not forgetting to rub against the softest, warmest spot.
"Don't mind her, she just likes to play around."
Ron said with a smile.
"Haha..."
"Very interesting." Aokiji awkwardly echoed, secretly cursing in his heart.
Damn it.
What could this old man say now?
What if he said this cat was ugly, would he get a slap in the face?
At this moment.
Ram brought a bottle of "Moon Island Dew" and placed it in front of Aokiji: "Here's your drink, please enjoy."
"You, little girl." Aokiji smiled, opened the bottle, and took a big gulp.
Hmm...
Still the same taste as the last time he came, potent and strong enough!
"Let me guess."
"Your departure from the Marines and joining Doflamingo is a plan between you and Akainu, isn't it?"
Ron rubbed his chin, saying softly.
Beside him, Rayleigh's heart suddenly sank upon hearing this.
Damn it!
What a bastard...
Doflamingo is about to be stabbed in the back.
Of course, that's secondary.
Most importantly, if Doflamingo's plan to unite with Roger to save Ace was exposed by Aokiji.
Then the entire game would be lost!
Aokiji frowned slightly, and said softly: "I don't know what you're talking about."
Ron shrugged: "Don't worry, others won't speak out, as for Rayleigh, I will erase his memory."
Hearing this.
Rayleigh didn't hesitate at all, directly making his most instinctive choice.
Run!
It was imperative to spread this news.
Just as he was about to step out the door, a small hand wearing white gloves pulled him back.
Tohru smiled and said: "Uncle, you're running too fast~"
Rayleigh forced a smile: "Tohru, Aunt Sharky called me back to cook, can you let me go?"
Tohru shook her head: "No."
As soon as she finished speaking.
Rayleigh was directly thrown back into the tavern, landing exactly where he had been sitting earlier.
But even so.
Aokiji only vaguely said:
"In this era where tragedy has not yet descended, I preserve my life, precisely for the day I can risk it all."
"It can also be considered an answer to my passionate youthful self back then."
Ron silently nodded, and at the same time activated the Divine Knowledge Vault, beginning to modify Rayleigh's memory.
"Erase Rayleigh's memory of the past five minutes."
«Concept modification, erasing, progress 10%... 50%... 100%»
«Erase successful.»
As soon as he finished speaking.
Rayleigh suddenly jolted, as if he had finally trembled.
He touched his face: "Did this old man forget something just now?"
Beside him, the Holy Lord and Homelander both shook their heads, indicating they didn't know.
Seeing this, Rayleigh didn't pay it any mind and continued drinking.
Just then.
The tavern door was slowly pushed open, and Akainu walked in, carrying a chest.
But before the large door could close.
Doflamingo followed closely into the tavern.