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After giving Iceberg a detailed three-year plan, the mayor was eager to start implementing it.
Before Auguro could leave, Iceberg paused, hesitating slightly.
"Lord Soul King, there's something I need to report to you!"
"What is it?"
"Um... It's about Franky! He seems to think the situation in Water Seven has stabilized and wants to return!" Iceberg glanced at Auguro with concern.
The World Government was focused on Water Seven because of the Pluton blueprints in Franky's possession. His return now would only cause more trouble for the city.
However, given Franky's personality, if Iceberg didn't ask, the man would likely sneak back on his own! Iceberg also had a selfish motive.
While hiding outside, Franky could still be found by the World Government. At that point, Iceberg would be powerless to help him. But if Auguro offered protection, even the World Government would have to be cautious!
"Franky, you say?"
Auguro fell into thought.
Truthfully, Auguro was interested in recruiting Franky. He was a rare mechanical genius. Technology in this world was strangely uneven.
Pacifistas could fire lasers from their mouths, yet mainstream ships were still primarily wind-powered! It was practically a joke!
Steam engines, internal combustion engines, electric motors—any of these could trigger an industrial revolution in this world. Franky would be the perfect person to handle these matters.
Weighing the risks against the benefits, Auguro decided, It's worth pursuing!
On the other side, seeing Auguro remain silent, Iceberg assumed he disagreed and quickly spoke up.
"I know it's inappropriate! I'll go turn him away!"
Auguro immediately waved him off.
"No! Tell him he can return, but he must work for me!"
"After all, I have no obligation to protect someone who has no connection to me."
Iceberg was thrilled. He immediately replied, "No problem! I will convince Franky! He should be overjoyed to trade his labor for safety!"
Iceberg hurried off, presumably to contact Franky.
Auguro took advantage of the free time to have a meal with the rest of his crew.
As they were enjoying a large feast, Yoruichi and Soi Fan walked in.
"You guys have no loyalty! You didn't invite us to the feast!" Yoruichi grumbled discontentedly.
Auguro smiled, had two more servings added, and asked, "Did you get the intel?"
Yoruichi grinned proudly.
"Of course! With Soi Fan and me working together, no mouth stays shut!"
Clearing her throat, Yoruichi explained, "Actually, those two were originally assigned to monitor Iceberg and find Franky's hiding place."
"But they got greedy when they saw Lord Soul King leave with most of the crew. They thought they had an opportunity to kidnap Iceberg."
"They ended up being caught red-handed by Momo-chan!"
It could only be said that those two CP0 agents greatly underestimated Auguro. And Auguro's timing for summoning Momo Hinamori was perfect. The two agents walked directly into a trap.
Auguro scoffed.
"Now that that's cleared up, let's get ready to make trouble for the World Government!"
It didn't matter that it wasn't an order from the Five Elders; who cared? CP0 is their subordinate, so this score absolutely falls on their head!
The crew enjoyed a hearty meal and set sail the next day for Impel Down!
Auguro intended to tell everyone that the Holy Spirit Empire would take its revenge immediately!
As for the two unlucky CP0 agents, they were naturally brought along. They were evidence! He couldn't have people thinking they were looking for trouble unnecessarily.
In Pangaea Castle, the Five Elders received the CP0 report. One squad was captured alive in Water Seven. Now, Auguro was sailing with a team, and they didn't know if he was looking for trouble.
"What important facilities are along his route?" The Warrior God of Finance, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, asked cautiously.
The staff member reported respectfully, "Besides two member nations, there is only Impel Down!"
The Five Elders' pupils contracted simultaneously.
"Impel Down?"
"Is that man insane?" Topman Warcury roared.
"Doesn't he know the prison's importance to the world?"
Impel Down not only housed those who opposed the World Government but also a heap of extremely dangerous Devil Fruit users. Because their abilities were too perilous, the World Government did not kill them but permanently incarcerated them. If Auguro wreaked havoc in Impel Down and released these individuals, the entire world would be threatened!
Topman Warcury yelled, "Find a way to contact him! If Impel Down is compromised, does he think his own territory won't be affected? Those vile criminals won't thank him!"
"Wait a moment!"
The staff member was about to leave, but was stopped by Shepherd Ju Peter, who had been silent until now.
"Peter, what are you doing?" Topman Warcury complained.
"If even Impel Down is destroyed, we might as well commit suicide before Imu-sama!"
Shepherd Ju Peter calmly stroked his beard.
"You're too nervous! Have you forgotten what kind of place Impel Down is?"
"The Seastone in the walls alone is worth three years of Heavenly Tribute!"
"Magellan's Devil Fruit ability functions at its maximum efficiency in Impel Down! Even an Admiral is not to be feared there!"
At this, Shepherd Ju Peter's eyes flashed with ruthlessness.
"I see this as an opportunity! If Auguro and his crew dare to enter Impel Down, we can capture them all at once!"
Topman Warcury calmed down upon hearing this. He had to admit, the plan was feasible!
"Will relying solely on Magellan be enough?" Topman Warcury frowned.
"Shouldn't we send someone there?"
There was more than one Admiral-level combatant in CP0!
Shepherd Ju Peter waved his hand.
"Haven't the Marines recently captured many pirates? Have them send an Admiral to escort them!"
Although they desperately wished to kill Auguro in Impel Down, they first had to prepare for the worst. If the Marines were escorting criminals and encountered an attack, they would have to defend themselves—that was logical, wasn't it?
However, if Auguro survived this battle, sending CP0 would be a full declaration of war, ripping off the mask of secrecy. Shepherd Ju Peter wouldn't give Auguro such an obvious pretext!
"Agreed!"
The Five Elders quickly reached a consensus.
The task was naturally assigned to the Admiral fiercely loyal to the World Government: Akainu.
Meanwhile, Impel Down also received the news.
Warden Magellan angrily slammed his fist on the table.
"What reckless audacity! That bastard actually wants to attack Impel Down!"
Vice-Warden Hannyabal sneered, "This is truly a big event! If I perform a great service during this incident, will I be promoted to Warden? Oh! I accidentally said my true feelings out loud!"