Chapter 136: You Should Go Ask Imu

Inside the colossal palace of Elbaf where Harald handles daily state affairs.

"Little Bai Mao, you're leaving?"

Saint Saint Saiwen nodded: "Yes."

"It's time to return; there are still many things to do."

With Master Tenghu, Yuzhi Xiliu, and Trebol on Hive Island, no problems have arisen in any aspect.

Vergo's undercover infiltration has also been very successful,

and he has reportedly been taken notice of by Queen, one of the Beasts Pirates' top executives, to play the drums while singing for Queen, with a bright future ahead.

But Vegapunk has urged repeatedly, even threatening that if Saint Saint Saiwen does not go within half a month, he will throw that Dragon-Dragon Fruit into the sea.

Doflamingo has also called many times to inquire,

when they will go to the North Blue to discuss cooperation between the Morning Star Pirates and the Donquixote Family.

Precisely because of this, Saint Saint Saiwen is preparing to return.

Hearing that Saint Saint Saiwen and his group were preparing to leave Elbaf, Loki inexplicably felt a sorrow unique to parting.

Loki hated this feeling.

And he absolutely refused to admit he couldn't bear to part with Little Bai Mao; it must be because he lost a sparring partner that he felt somewhat disappointed... heartbroken.

Yes, it must be like that.

"Go ahead and leave; once I find a suitable weapon, I'll definitely raid Hive Island and smash your whole family to pieces."

Due to his father Harald and mother Ida, Loki did not accept the invitation to join Saint Saint Saiwen's ship, but chose to stay in Elbaf.

He planned to find a suitable weapon in a few years, then swim to Hive Island to spar with Little Bai Mao.

Saint Saint Saiwen's smile was brilliant.

"Alright, I'll wait for you."

"If you don't go, you're just a lowly giant."

"Tch." Loki strode away without looking back.

Leaving only Saint Saint Saiwen and Harald, both wearing the same smile, watching the direction Loki departed, with a sense of gratification like an old father (older brother) watching his son (younger brother).

"Except for you, Loki has never shown reluctance to part with anyone else."

Hearing Harald's words, Saint Saint Saiwen's heart was instantly filled with half satisfaction and half pride.

Sorry, Straw Hat Kid.

Being born early is a huge advantage; the future king-level crewmate Loki will be graciously accepted first by your Uncle Saint Saint Saiwen.

But as soon as he thought of Tetsu, Saint Saint Saiwen's smile quickly faded, replaced by helplessness.

"Your Majesty, King of the Giants."

"Tetsu said he's willing to go with me, but first, you must deal with your Elbaf's legendary Devil Fruit; hurry up and find someone to eat it."

If the fruit isn't dealt with, Tetsu won't leave.

If Tetsu doesn't leave, the fruit can't be taken.

Damn, it's a complete deadlock.

Harald pondered for a long time, then suddenly said something inexplicable.

"Barzab Saint Saint Saiwen, can I trust you?"

Before asking this question, Harald actually already trusted Saint Saint Saiwen ninety-nine percent,

whether it was the rumors on the seas that Barzab Saint Saint Saiwen kept his promises, or his attitude toward Loki, and Loki's attitude toward Saint Saint Saiwen.

Every single one indicated that Barzab Saint Saint Saiwen was an ally worthy of Loki, worthy of Harald, and worthy of Elbaf.

Near the parting, Saint Saint Saiwen took out several jars of dandelion wine and poured for Harald and himself in turn.

"Why not?"

"I am worthy of your trust."

Regarding the rumors on the seas, Saint Saint Saiwen actually felt quite helpless; they said his standards were extremely high, that he toured the East Blue but recruited not a single crewmate.

They also said he kept his promises extremely faithfully.

Saint Saint Saiwen suspected that Morgans' World Economic Newspaper must have his fanatical fans, who would praise him so tirelessly in various ways.

Just like that Chopa fan in the Marine Headquarters, who refused under any circumstances to increase Chopa's bounty.

The quality of the fans is extremely high.

Harald took a deep breath, as if making some momentous decision.

"Given the World Government's covetousness of the legendary Devil Fruit, and the frequent appearances of the God Knights recently,"

"Barzab Saint Saint Saiwen, we hope you can help us guard the legendary Devil Fruit and return it when Elbaf needs it."

"Tetsu is the reward I offer."

Saint Saint Saiwen spread his hands.

"Your Majesty, King of the Giants, I am a captain after all, and I have my own territory, how..."

"How..." Saint Saint Saiwen suddenly realized: "You want me to take the legendary Devil Fruit away?"

Harald nodded with a smile.

"As long as it remains in Elbaf for a day, the World Government, the Five Elders, and whoever owns that empty Wang Zuo will absolutely not give up trying to seize it."

"It would be better for you to take it and keep it safe."

"I believe in your bond with Loki, and I believe that someone who would travel from Hive Island to Elbaf just to retrieve a crewmate will never break their word."

Of course, what Harald did not say was:

With Tetsu constantly by Barzab Saint Saint Saiwen's side, that fruit would be safe.

Moreover, the other party has already consumed one Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit and cannot consume a second one.

If it were truly edible, Harald would simply consider himself unlucky; Barzab was not of the Davi clan, so how could he possibly consume a second fruit!

As for Barzab giving the Legendary Devil Fruit to his crew to eat, selling it, or handing it over to the World Government, the chance existed but was small.

This fellow had come solely for Iron Thunder.

Harald had already specifically begged Iron Thunder to follow Barzab, even if it meant following him to the toilet.

"Well?"

Saint Saint Saiwen frowned, instantly analyzing the pros and cons of taking the Legendary Devil Fruit away.

The downside was that the Five Elders, or even Imu, would shift their gaze from Elbaf to him, likely leading to another round of probing and tug-of-war.

But then again, even if Saint Saint Saiwen acquired one more crime on his record, it made little difference compared to before.

In the eyes of the World Government, they were all capital offenses.

The upside, however, was—

If this fruit was the Zoan-type Mythical Beast form of the World-Ending Black Dragon Nidhogg, then there was nothing to hesitate about; eat it directly.

If it was the Giant Wave Fenrir form, or the Divine Eagle Vidofnir, then he would keep his promise and hand the fruit over to Loki.

Regardless, Iron Thunder had boarded the ship.

In the future, Loki would board the ship as well.

"Fine, you owe me another favor."

Saint Saint Saiwen did not continue to drag things out; what if he dragged them until they broke?

Only good things held in one's own hand are truly good things; otherwise, one can only stare helplessly.

Harald offered no rebuttal.

"If you take Him away, Dorry, Brogy, and the others cannot leave with you for the time being."

Saint Saint Saiwen naturally understood this.

Good heavens, you took the national treasure of Elbaf away, yet the giants of Elbaf still vowed to follow you to the death; if you are going to act, you must act convincingly.

"You owe me another favor."

Hearing this, Harald hurriedly raised his hand and held up two fingers.

"Shifting the World Government's gaze and relieving pressure on Elbaf counts as one; taking the Legendary Devil Fruit away for safekeeping counts as one."

"That is clearly only two favors."

"How could it be three favors?"

"Listen," Saint Saint Saiwen said word by word.

"Dorry, Brogy, Oimo, Kashi, Ledin, Bjorn, and Sig, are they not my crew? Yet now they remain behind to protect Elbaf."

"How does that not count as a favor?"

Harald was speechless and too lazy to argue whether it was two or three; since he already owed it, he would repay it naturally once the crisis was averted.

If they could not even survive the crisis.

Then go ask Imu for it.

"I will take you to find Iron Thunder."