Chapter 1020: World Government Secret Base! Meeting CP9! [Request Subscription]

"Introduce your companions to me?"

Lu En pondered.

The only ones he could think of were the members of CP9.

Now, Rob Lucci was equivalent to a top-tier figure in CP9.

Of course.

Above CP9 stood the highest-ranking officer, Spandam.

Spandam's father.

At this stage, Spandam was clearly not yet capable of becoming CP9's leader; instead, his father served as CP9's supreme commander.

Lucci and the others had just joined CP9, ordered by Spandam to infiltrate Water Seven and obtain the design blueprints of the ancient weapon Pluton.

For this,

no matter the cost!

"The person Lucci wants to introduce me to is probably Kaku, Ka Li Fa, Bruno, and others."

Lu En slightly narrowed his eyes, arriving at a clear conclusion.

These were all elite members of CP9, each meticulously selected by the World Government, then subjected to endless cultivation and training before being chosen to join CP9.

Although their strength was far inferior to Lucci's, compared to other World Government agents, their abilities clearly ranked among the top tier.

Yet,

in Lu En's memory,

CP9's infiltration of Water Seven occurred roughly six or seven years before Little Lufei set sail.

But now,

at least a dozen years remained before Little Lufei's departure.

And yet, CP9 had already infiltrated Water Seven so early?

Was this due to the butterfly effect?

After much thought, Lu En could not find any explanation.

He shook his head and stopped obsessing over it.

If he couldn't figure it out, there was no point wasting mental energy on it.

After all,

for him,

this matter had little impact.

"Can someone like you even find companions?"

"How delightful."

Lu En raised his head, gazed at the emotionless Lucci, and smiled wryly.

Walking alongside Lucci through the bustling streets of Water Seven,

Lu En observed the local customs and atmosphere.

A luxurious city,

towering, majestic buildings, elaborately decorated.

Along the streets ran specially constructed canals, where seawater flowed from the city center downward in a continuous cycle.

These canals connected the entire Water Seven, linking every street.

Therefore,

on ordinary days,

if one wished to travel through Water Seven's streets, taking a small wooden sailboat pulled by sea beasts through the canals was not a bad option.

Sea beasts were unique marine creatures of Water Seven, specifically used to pull small sailboats, exclusively for tourists to ride and cruise through the city's bustling waterways.

As he led the way, Lucci asked: "What type of ship are you looking to buy?"

"A single-person vessel is enough; no special requirements."

Lu En waved his hand.

The only purpose of this ship was to carry him safely back to Marineford.

His demands were modest.

Unlike pirate crews seeking to sail across this ocean.

"Then I recommend you purchase a refurbished standard single-mast sailboat."

"A refurbished single-mast sailboat is certainly capable of carrying you to Marineford."

"And…"

"I can contact some staff to reinforce your sailboat, so you won't have to worry about encountering another shipwreck during your voyage."

"At the very least, your ship won't be completely shattered and destroyed if a shipwreck occurs."

Lucci suggested.

"Fine. Can you handle this?"

Lu En asked with a smile.

If he could entrust this to Lucci, he'd save considerable time buying a ship.

Although Lucci was an elite CP9 agent,

at present, he clearly qualified as a competent shipwright.

To infiltrate Water Seven, Lucci naturally needed to master various professional skills.

Ship repair and shipbuilding were key skills enabling him to better conceal himself in Water Seven.

"No problem."

Lu Qi nodded promptly and agreed.

He paused.

His eyes flickered, and he spoke again, "Here's the thing: recently, on behalf of the shipyard, I acquired a damaged single-masted sailboat. After all this time spent repairing it, the single-masted sailboat is now fully restored."

"Though the restored single-masted sailboat can't compare to a brand-new one just built, getting you back to Marifando should be no issue."

"You can make do with it."

Hearing this,

Lu En asked, "What's the price?"

Lu Qi did not answer.

After a moment of thought,

he lifted his head, gazing at Lu En with serious expression.

"This ship…"

"I'm giving it to you."

Huh?

Lu En looked astonished.

He and Lu Qi did indeed share a deep bond.

After all…

A year ago, the two had fought side by side as comrades in life-and-death battles.

Friendship forged in life-and-death battles naturally leaves a lasting impression.

During that mission, Lu En had essentially carried Lu Qi the entire time.

But.

More than a year had passed since the end of that mission.

Lu En hadn't expected it.

Today, Lu Qi would still be so generous.

"You're sure?"

Lu En asked, puzzled.

"It's just a single-masted sailboat, hardly worth much."

"Besides, I bought it at salvage value. Even after repairs, it won't fetch a high price if sold."

"So why not give it to you?"

"But…"

Lu Qi changed tone, "I want you to do me a small favor."

Of course!

Lu En understood.

That guy Lu Qi…