Chapter 571 Giants join forces! (Two in one)

"This is where Roger, the Pirate King, was executed."

"Both brothers, are you traveling to Rogge Town?"

"Hey, do you need a guide? I'm a local from Rogge Town. I know everything that happens on this island."

"If you hire me, I won't let you down."

"For 1,000 beli a day, just give me food!"

In the central square of Roger Town, a short-haired young man in his early 20s was leading Ace and Sabo to the famous tourist attraction on the island - "Roger's Execution Platform".

He was enthusiastically promoting himself to the two teenagers.

The moment Ace and Sabo landed on the island, they were noticed by this young man who specialized in "guide" work.

Otherwise, it was because Ace and Sabo exuded an "innocent" temperament, and one could tell at a glance that they had never lacked food and clothing since they were young.

Ordinary sailors and businessmen often show a sense of vigilance towards unfamiliar environments after landing on the island, but Ace and Sabo have been very calm since they landed on the island and did not show such a sense of vigilance.

Moreover, the guide could also tell that Ace and Sabo were not from poor families. Children from poor families would be indescribably reserved and would appear very awkward when dealing with strangers.

But such characteristics are not reflected in Ace and Sabo.

It was precisely because of the various qualities displayed by Ace and Sabo that the guide saw business opportunities.

Roger's Execution Platform

Coming to this famous scenic spot, Ace couldn't help but feel a sense of absurdity in his heart. He didn't expect that so many years after his father's death, the place where he was executed could actually generate income for the people of Rogge Town. It was really a joke from hell. .

Although he has no feelings for his father, now that he has arrived in Rogge Town, he still has to come here to take a look.

There was an empty space next to the execution platform. The mayor who managed this town used this method to protect the precious "historical relics".

There are not many people coming and going on the square. Although it is said to be a "famous attraction", it is just an execution platform. Without its historical value, there is no way to attract too many tourists to stop again.

People come here just to satisfy their curiosity, or with a pilgrimage mentality.

"Sorry, we plan to live here forever and don't need a guide."

At this time, Ace was staring at the execution platform in the distance, with a look of reminiscence in his eyes. Seeing that his brother was fascinated, Sabo did not say anything to urge him. Instead, he pulled the guide aside with a smile and declined politely.

"Resident?!"

The guide who heard Sabo's words also looked stunned, and then the smile on his face became even bigger, he patted his chest and said:

"It's good to stay here forever!"

"Our town of Rogge can be said to be one of the most peaceful places in the East China Sea. It has not been invaded by pirates for a long time."

"You are so wise in choosing to live here!"

"By the way, I know there are some vacant houses, and I happen to know the landlord of those houses."

"I can help you introduce him, haha, the fee is not expensive."

This guide's business is really extensive. Although there is no way to sell his "tour guide" business to the two of them, he still has an intermediary business that he can recommend to the two of them.

"No, we have a place."

Sabo shook his head and was about to refuse. Ace, who was looking at the execution platform in a daze, suddenly turned around and interrupted:

"Oh? Do you have any housing to recommend?!"

"Is there a place close to the Navy branch base? A two-bedroom apartment is fine."

"By the way, brother, what do you call me? It's been so long and I still don't know what your name is."

Sabo was stunned by Ace's words and raised his eyebrows. He glanced at Ace but didn't interrupt.

"My name is Jacques. Hey, it's my honor to be able to help you."

"but."

"You want a house next to the Navy Branch? What do you want with the surrounding houses?"

"The house over there is not pleasant to live in!"

As soon as young Jacques mentioned the naval branch, his expression changed slightly. He glanced around and spoke to Sabo and Ace in a low voice.

"Um?"

"What's the meaning?"

"Oh, we only want the house over there because it's closer to the navy. You know, the sea is not stable. Being closer to the navy gives us peace of mind."

"Speaking of which, the life experiences of our two brothers are also somewhat bumpy."

Ace and Sabo looked at each other in surprise. They heard the implication of Jacques' words and asked softly. While replying, Ace told a lie casually, hiding it from himself and Sabo. The identity of a naval lieutenant colonel.

“So that’s how it is”

The reason Ace gave was not surprising. Although Jacques was young, he came out of society early and saw many different kinds of people.

Although the East China Sea is said to be the most peaceful sea area among the four seas, and the security level in Rogge Town has always been good, this does not mean that there are no people who have been harmed by pirates in the East China Sea, nor does it mean that people are not afraid of pirates.

This reason makes sense, and Jacques can understand it.

"Next to the Navy Branch. Well, the properties next to the Navy Branch are the property of the Navy."

"I don't have any channels for this"

"Can it be a little further? A ten-minute walk!"

Although Jacques could understand that Ace and Sabo wanted to find a house close to the navy, the situation on the island of Rogue Town was somewhat different from other places.

Rogue Town is known as the town of beginning and end, and is directly under the jurisdiction of the World Government.

The mayor is responsible for managing people's livelihood, but his power is extremely limited. On the contrary, the navy has the greatest power in this town, and the right to speak is once above the mayor.

The base chief of Rogue Town can make his own decisions on anything that happens on this island, and even the mayor cannot restrict the base chief of the navy.

The base chief is like the king who governs this island and holds the highest power.

Huge power will naturally breed some other problems. In recent years, the control of the Navy Headquarters over the branches of the four seas has been weakened, and these branches have formed autonomy to a certain extent.

Ambitious and capable base chiefs have actually become warlords.

Colonel Biliqi, the base commander of Rogge Town, built Rogge Town into a military town. In order to release his material desires, he used his power to "purchase" shops and houses next to the branch.

The salary of ordinary sailors is not low, and their purchasing power is strong, but the Navy Headquarters only provides normal food and accommodation, and entertainment activities still need to be found by the sailors themselves.

And it is precisely because of this that the business around the Navy Branch is very developed.

Colonel Biliqi also made a lot of money through such means.

On the surface, Colonel Biliqi did not do too much, and he also gave a fair price when buying shops. But in fact, how many of the shop owners who sold the shops really wanted to sell their own properties, I am afraid only the parties involved know.

The Navy does not allow subordinates to engage in business. Once firearms and trade are linked together, the problems that arise are also extremely huge.

Colonel Biliqi's practice has actually violated the regulations of the Navy Headquarters.

But it is obvious that the Navy Headquarters obviously did not find out about this matter, because Ace and Sabo came this time to replace Colonel Biliqi as the new base commander of Rogue Town, and Biliqi will be awarded the rank of brigadier general after being transferred back to the Navy Headquarters and assigned to another position.

Yes, Colonel Biliqi was promoted!

Because of his meritorious service in defending the land, there has been no large-scale pirate island looting incidents in the past few years when he was guarding Rogue Town.

Ace and Sabo looked at each other, and were quite surprised by the news they learned, and their faces showed a solemn look.

Before this, their cognition of Biliqi was only based on the information, and they only thought that he was an excellent navy, but they did not expect that there was such a secret behind this.

Such a person

After hearing this news, Ace and Sabo felt a sense of justice in their hearts, and at this time they had secretly made up their minds that they would never let people like Biliqi be promoted smoothly.

Thinking of this, Ace smiled and nodded: "It's okay if it's a little far away. We can just rent it for a short term. The price is affordable."

Ace changed his tone, and Sabo nodded in tacit understanding.

When Jacques heard about short-term rental, he suddenly became a little uninterested. His "agency fee" was also closely related to this. If Ace and Sabo stayed for a long time and paid more rent, he would naturally get more agency fees.

Short-term rental. Just to make ends meet, a small business.

As perceptive as Ace and Sabo were, they naturally noticed each other's little emotions. Ace patted Jacques on the shoulder and asked in a low voice:

"Can you tell us about the navy here?"

"How can they have an industry? I heard that people in the navy can't do business!"

"Don't worry, I won't treat you unfairly."

While speaking, Ace took out two thousand-dollar Baileys from his arms and gently stuffed them into Jacques' hands.

Jacques was reluctant to say more and didn't want to cause trouble for himself, but as soon as Bailey started, he smiled.

"Let's go, talk while we walk."

"I'll tell you a good story!"

Jacques leaned to one side, bowed slightly, and then walked quickly towards the branch. Ace and Sabo followed quickly.

On the way, Jacques told Ace and Sabo all the information he knew about the navy.

It turned out that the navy industry that Jacques had mentioned before was not only Bilic's, but also the middle-level officers and lieutenants in the base followed suit. These people have formed an interest group.

There are no clean officers in the entire branch.

As Ace and Sabo walked along, their faces became more and more ugly. Neither of them thought that such corruption was buried under the peaceful Rogue Town.

The two realized that similar things might not only exist in Rogue Town.

In places they can't see or touch, there might be things they can't expect.

When Yoriichi Tsugikuni took control of the Navy Headquarters, he had actually realized the corruption within the Navy. He sent Akainu, Aokiji, and Kizaru out for inspections to prevent such things as much as possible, but his policy was canceled before it even started with his death.

The World Government, which regained control of the Navy Headquarters, hurried to consolidate its power. In addition to the traitor Kuzan, Kizaru and Sakaski were both recalled to the Navy Headquarters to protect the Holy Land.

The fledgling Ace and Sabo saw the dark side of the Navy Headquarters when they first went to sea.

New World.

Under the rule of the new navy, the world is thriving. A red ship slowly sailed into the harbor of Biscuit Island.

On the coast, the voices of people were bustling. The new navy stationed on Biscuit Island lined up on the shore, ready for battle. The leader was Mihawk. At this time, he was wearing a black suit with red flowers and a golden-handled sword on his back. His sharp eyes were staring at the deck of the red ship, quietly waiting for something.

Today is a big day for their new navy.

In recent years, with the development of time, new powerful people have risen in the New World.

The revived Beehive Island; the red-haired Shanks, who was named the most domineering man in the world; and Kozuki Oden, who inherited the will of Whitebeard and led the remnants to be active on the sea again as the new captain.

These forces coexisted with the new navy and became the four emperors who ruled the new world.

Among these forces, the new navy has the largest sphere of influence, and the pressure they have to bear is also the greatest.

The Whitebeard Pirates recaptured Edward Newgate's hometown; Beehive Island also returned to Wang Zhi's control.

However, the New Navy did not choose to take action against these two forces that provoked them, but chose to "protect the market" and strengthen its control over other areas.

However, neither the Whitebeard Pirates nor Beehive Island had any intention of further expansion. They were also very cautious about the New Navy and did not want to have a conflict rashly.

However, Zephyr, who inherited the will of Tsugakuin Yoshiichi, did not intend to stop the New Navy. For this reason, he chose to find helpers for the New Navy!

In today's world, there are very few forces that are qualified to join forces with the New Navy.

The object of this negotiation is the Iron Wall Pirates led by Red-haired Shanks.

Zephyr knows that there is a connection between Red-haired Shanks and Tsugakuin Yoshiichi. He has also investigated the Red-haired Pirates' actions over the years and verified the various deeds they have done over the years.

And it is precisely because of this that he came up with the idea of ​​joining forces with the Red-haired Pirates.

Zephyr didn't know what Shanks's purpose was, but he knew that Red Hair was a crew member who came down from the ship of Pirate King Roger. He might know the secret of the final island. Such an identity naturally stood in opposition to the World Government.

Shanks' personal relationship with Yoriichi Tsugakuin; knowing the secret of the final island.

These two things laid the foundation for the new navy to join forces with the Iron Wall Pirates.

"Buzz--"

The long wooden ladder was lowered from the red ship. The moment Shanks' figure appeared on the deck, the terrifying domineering aura directly dissipated around.

On the coast, many of the new navy who were on high alert could not withstand Shanks' terrifying domineering aura. They lost consciousness and fell on the beach.

Countless people were beaten on the beach. Only Mihawk, the leader, and Aramaki behind him stood quietly in place, looking up slightly at Shanks on the ship.

Show your power.

Although Shanks was interested in negotiating with the new navy, he didn't mind showing his abilities to the new navy right from the start in order to increase his bargaining power.

"Welcome to Wan Guo, Red-Haired Shanks."

"I'm looking forward to your arrival!"

Mihawk looked at Shanks with sharp eyes. Although he said polite words, Shanks could feel the burning fighting spirit in Mihawk.