Chapter 338: Five Hundred Billion Study Funds

After resupplying at New Marineford, the Donghai Dihuang continued sailing toward Mary Geoise.

It was not that Saint Saint Saiwen had any business; rather, the Five Elders had specifically commissioned Saint Elaine to accompany him, euphemistically calling it "exchanging experiences on being a Celestial Dragon."

Saint Saint Saiwen suspected the Five Elders must have some misunderstanding.

Does one need someone to teach them how to be a Celestial Dragon?

It is merely abandoning the bottom line and conscience of being human, and enjoying that twisted and despicable privilege with a clear conscience.

Saint Saint Saiwen did not reject luxury and pleasure,

but the great revolutionary cause had not yet succeeded; this was far from the time for revelry and indulging in a soft bed of tenderness.

On the day the World Government is truly overthrown, he would make the Five Elders witness with their own eyes what true enjoyment is.

But then he thought, those five scallions, ginger, and garlic would not even live to see that day.

For nothing is more suitable for sacrificing to the great revolutionary banner than the Five Elders' heads.

In fact, Saint Saint Saiwen did not intend to leave any Celestial Dragons living in Mary Geoise.

Countless histories of blood and tears have told us—the ruling class of the old era must be eradicated root and branch; the fruits of revolution must not be stolen by anyone.

As for Saint Elaine, this fellow, as the major financier of the Morning Star Group, was indeed somewhat reluctant to kill.

Saint Saint Saiwen had kidnapped Saint Elaine three times in succession, extorting many treasures from the World Government, greatly shortening the development cycle of the Morning Star Group.

The two sides had developed feelings through kidnapping.

Red Line, Red Port.

Saint Elaine wore a pirate hat, holding "The Name of the Celestial Dragon" and "Racing on the Great Sea" in one hand, while waving at Saint Saint Saiwen with the other.

"Saint Saint Saint Saiwen, I'm here."

Saint Saint Saiwen waved back, unable to help but think inwardly: another heavy victim of Inazuma novels, worthy of sitting at the same table as Smoker.

"Why not take your luxury yacht?"

"Hey, taking a yacht is too flashy."

"Saint Saint Saint Saiwen, to be honest, I've wanted to go to sea and become a pirate since I was young. How about this: I teach you how to be a Celestial Dragon, and you teach me how to be a high-class pirate."

Having said that, Saint Elaine lowered his voice.

"I specifically applied for five hundred billion Berries of study funds from the Five Elders for you. Once we reach the Sabaody Archipelago, we can go wild."

Saint Saint Saiwen was slightly stunned for a few seconds.

Five hundred billion Berries is roughly one-twentieth of the Heavenly Tribute the World Government collects annually from numerous member countries.

It can be counted as a huge fortune.

Saint Saint Saiwen never dreamed in his wildest dreams that the Five Elders actually wanted him to learn: how to be a qualified Celestial Dragon.

The Five Elders' train of thought was simply invincible; if Sengoku knew about this, he would surely die of anger.

Thinking of this, Saint Saint Saiwen suddenly realized: since the matter had already happened, he must find a way to let Sengoku know about it no matter what.

Seeing Saint Saint Saiwen lost in thought, Saint Elaine asked hesitantly.

"Is... five hundred billion Berries too little? Should I ask the Five Elders for another few hundred billion?"

Saint Saint Saiwen shook his head: "I just didn't expect that Celestial Dragons still have to pay when buying things."

Having to pay when buying things, can that be called a Celestial Dragon?

Saint Elaine explained in a low voice.

"Actually, not entirely."

"We only pay in high-end shops in Mary Geoise and Sabaody, slave auction houses, and black markets—places with rules. The bosses behind these shops are also Celestial Dragons."

"If we take a liking to a commoner's things or women, we just snatch them away without paying."

"If the commoners dare to resist, we usually shoot them dead; sometimes we take them back to the Holy Land as slaves."

Saint Elaine spoke as if imparting experience.

"Saint Saint Saint Saiwen, just remember: whatever you see, snatch it; if you see something you like but want to keep your face, throw a few hundred million Berries to dismiss those commoners."

"That's basically how the guys in the Holy Land do it."

Saint Saint Saiwen clasped his hands: "I have learned from you. Let's go; we head to the Sabaody Archipelago now."

Five hundred billion Berries should not go to waste; after all, this money is provided by the World Government. Saint Saint Saiwen planned to try his luck at the Sabaody auction house.

If he happened to encounter a powerful Devil Fruit, he could buy it to further strengthen Inazuma.

Moreover, without extravagant spending, how could he make Sengoku even more dissatisfied with the World Government?

Hearing this, Saint Elaine awkwardly mimicked the posture of a Marine salute.

"Yes, Captain!"

Saint Saint Saiwen had to admit that the Five Elders truly treated him as one of their own; given Saint Elaine's status, he didn't even bring a single guard.

"Not bad; you're starting to look like a pirate."

"Thank you for the Captain's praise!"

With a slight movement of his will, the Donghai Dihuang suddenly rose from the sea surface, flying straight into the high sky, then swooped over the Red Line.

Compared to diving ten thousand meters underwater and traveling to Paradise through the caves beneath the Red Line, Saint Saint Saiwen preferred the feeling of flying over the Red Line.

Not only was the view expansive, but he could also overlook the entire layout of Mary Geoise, preparing for the future Morning Star Group's assault on Mary Geoise.

About half a day later, Saint Saint Saiwen and his party arrived at the Sabaody Archipelago.

Docking the Donghai Dihuang at the port, Saint Saint Saiwen waved his hand: "Buy whatever you want; today's expenses are on this Captain."

"Long live the Captain!"

The excitement on the faces of several Morning Star Group interns, Inazuma diplomatic officials, and the samurai responsible for security could no longer be concealed.

As everyone knows, considering the goal of increasing the birth rate, there are no brothels within the Inazuma Realm.

And the Red Light District of the Sabaody Archipelago is so famous that its name echoes throughout the Four Seas and the Grand Line.

On Joy Street, there are types you can't imagine, but none you won't see—if you have money, Joy Street is paradise.

Whether you are man or woman.

"Go ahead, stay in contact at all times."

The accompanying crowd scattered in a flash, pairing off in twos and threes to begin frantic shopping.

Saint Saint Saiwen led Elaine Saint toward the largest auction house on the Sabaody Archipelago.

Meanwhile, on the South Sea Kutzsk Island.

As the agreed transaction time neared, the entire island appeared calm, but in truth, hidden currents surged—air itself carried the oppressive weight of a storm about to break.

On the southern coast of Kutzsk Island.

Compared to being hunted by Moria on Gaya Island, this time with Kaido waiting above, Hanafuza's sense of security was at its peak.

After all, he would return to the Beasts Pirates after this deal—no accidents could be allowed.

Soon, a furtive figure entered Hanafuza's line of sight.

"Are you the Hana-za brothers? I'm Old Bill, the seller introduced by Boss Kiberson."

Kiberson, one of the kings of the underworld, also known as the Hidden Master Kiberson, primarily operated in cargo storage.

Hanafuza narrowed his eyes—he never expected the seller to come alone.

"It's me. Where's the goods?"

Old Bill scratched his head.

"Hana-za brother,

there were originally two Devil Fruits, but the Rubber Fruit vanished mysteriously this morning—now only the Paramecia Magnet Magnet Fruit remains."

"If Hana-za brother doesn't mind, shall we inspect the goods first, then exchange money for merchandise?"

"Fine."