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"Such a clever scheme…"
Watching the Donquixote Family's pirate ship gradually disappear into the distance, Law glanced at Captain Horton of Germa 66's Fifth Squadron, who was in the process of reinstalling his real heart, and Ichi, who was having two still-beating hearts carefully stored away.
Forced to exchange the hearts of Toreboll and Diamante for that of Captain Horton, supposedly as a gesture of "mutual trust," Doflamingo probably naively believed that the heart he now held was indeed Horton's.
But the revelation that Doflamingo had once been a Celestial Dragon left a deep impression on him.
"Well, the matter with 'Heavenly Yaksha' has come to an end…"
As the distant black dot on the horizon faded from view, Ichi turned to Law and said directly, "Now, it's time we talked about you."
"Can I refuse to join you?"
Law's voice carried a trace of resignation as he looked at Ichi approaching him. He knew, even without closing his eyes, that refusal wouldn't grant him an easy escape.
"No."
"Then hand over Doflamingo's heart to me…"
"Not yet—at least not for now."
Meeting Law's reluctant gaze with calm indifference, Ichi continued, "But I can offer you the power for revenge. As long as I still see value in keeping you as a pawn, if you gain the strength to confront Doflamingo, I won't stop you…"
Several miles away at sea.
"All right, stop sulking. Once we complete our first transaction, your hearts will be returned to you…"
After freshening up, Doflamingo, dressed in a white shirt and black trousers, sat down on a lounge chair in the middle of the deck. He frowned as he observed the dispirited Toreboll and Diamante. "Besides, we also have the heart of Germa's Fifth Squadron Captain Horton. What's there to worry about…?"
"Hey, hey, Doffy, are you really going to cooperate with that cunning brat?"
Toreboll suppressed his inner frustration and reluctantly questioned Doflamingo.
"Yeah, Doffy, that kid from Germa is despicable. If it weren't for being at sea, how could you…"
Diamante shared the same resentment but quickly swallowed his words when Doflamingo shot him a murderous glare, making his scalp tingle.
"This time, I underestimated that Vinsmoke brat—it was careless of me. But I have to admit, he's truly a monstrous individual…"
Doflamingo was a man of immense pride, yet also one who excelled at patience and adaptability. Though he yearned to kill the Germa brat who had humiliated him, he envisioned something far greater: Germa wreaking havoc across the North Blue, shaking the foundations of the World Government, and unsettling those accursed Celestial Dragons.
Compared to that, this minor humiliation was nothing.
"Fufufufu~~~ Already so absurdly powerful at this age. Who knows what kind of monster he'll become in a few years?"
Imagining the future scene where Vinsmoke Ichi led Germa 66, an "army of demons," to plunge the North Blue into chaos, Doflamingo couldn't help but burst into laughter, clutching his forehead. "Fufufu~~~ I'm genuinely curious about what the North Blue will look like in a few years. That Vinsmoke Ichi isn't someone to be trifled with—his ambition certainly doesn't stop there…"
"The Four Emperors of the New World, the ever-growing strength of pirates, the Revolutionary Army causing trouble across the four seas, and the scheming ambitions of various opportunists worldwide… Fufufufu~~~ The world under those bastards' rule is doomed, and that day won't be far off…"
A single move could set everything in motion. He believed that if the North Blue descended into utter chaos, the entire world would spiral out of control, plunging into the most turbulent era in centuries!
Ever since he personally brought back the severed head of his father, Donquixote Homing, to Mariejois and was denied restoration of his Celestial Dragon status, Doflamingo swore to overturn their world, no matter the cost. One by one, he would drag those bastards down from their thrones!
"Hehehe~~~ Doffy, what about Law…?"
Toreboll crept closer, his disgusting slime nearly brushing against Doflamingo.
"As for that traitor Law, I'll deal with him later. Worst case, I'll find another way to get my hands on the Ope Ope no Mi!"
"Speaking of which, I should probably contact the 'World Economic Press.' Wouldn't want Morganse to write nonsense and cause trouble later!"
As the infamous underground broker "Joker" and a Shichibukai, Doflamingo naturally knew Morganse, the editor-in-chief of the world's top-selling economic newspaper.
Three days later.
In unknown waters.
The massive Warship returned to "headquarters," docking alongside other Warships to form an exaggerated patchwork of land—a small town in its own right. The black flag of Germa 66, the "Army of Evil," fluttered proudly in the wind.
"So big…"
"It's practically an independent town!"
Gazing at the sprawling "Germa Kingdom," both Law and Bepo, standing beside Ichi, were left speechless, utterly awestruck.
"Welcome back, Ichi…"
"Your Highness, welcome home!!"
Renge, dressed in a short pink-and-white dress, greeted them with her usual charm. Behind her, the beautiful maid Isabelle led the twin sisters Wensney and Dylia in bowing respectfully.
Examining Ichi, who returned unscathed, Renge sighed in relief and teased lightly, "Hearing that you clashed with Doflamingo, the 'Heavenly Yaksha,' was quite worrying."
Her gaze shifted curiously toward Law. "So this is the Trafalgar Law you mentioned?"
"Miss Renge, it's a pleasure. I'm Trafalgar Law, and this is my comrade, Bepo…" Law had already seen photos of Ichi and Renge together in the Warship's hall during the journey, so he recognized her immediately.
"Y-you too!" Bepo stammered shyly, his face inexplicably reddening.
"Hehe, such a cute bear—must be from the Mink Tribe of the New World…" Renge chuckled, finding it amusing.
"Niji, Yonji, listen carefully. Law is my guest, so don't cause any trouble."
Ichi felt compelled to warn his two unruly younger brothers. Cruel, cold-hearted, and ill-tempered, they had no respect for others and might stir up unnecessary trouble.
"…"
Niji and Yonji, who reluctantly came forward to greet them, exchanged dark looks, their faces visibly sour…