Chapter 389 Get Close to Your Enemies
Deputy Commander of the Knights of God!
Upon hearing this invitation from the Five Old Stars, Doflamingo's pupils shrank into tiny needles under his sunglasses and his breathing stagnated.
Senior next to him could no longer maintain his gentlemanly demeanor and was in a state of panic.
The deputy leader of the Knights of God... he is a powerful figure second only to the leader. He has power beyond the Celestial Dragons themselves and can judge and even execute other Celestial Dragons.
In addition to their overwhelming power, the members of the Knights of God themselves can even stand with their own statues on both sides of the Stairway to Heaven, becoming a being worshiped by thousands of people and famous in history!
It can be said unceremoniously that the position of deputy leader of the Knights of God is enough to easily rub the power and status brought by the titles of New World Underground Emperor and King Shichibukai to the ground.
The gap between the two is astonishing!
The meeting hall became quiet again.
Doflamingo's eyes were red under his sunglasses, and he was staring at the encrypted phone bug in front of him, and his breathing became heavy.
What he had to admit was that somewhere deep in his heart, he was indeed moved.
He has been pursuing higher power and status all his life, and becoming a member of the majestic Knights of God has been his childhood dream.
But he didn't expect that Wu Laoxing would be so generous this time and directly offer him such a price!
"Are you serious?"
Doflamingo suddenly stopped smiling.
His voice became extremely hoarse.
Over there, a haughty smile appeared on the faces of the five old stars who were standing or sitting.
The eyes they looked at the phone bug all showed a special meaning, as if to say:
See, this is our background...the unruly King Shichibukai is nothing more than a flag in our hands that can be manipulated at will.
"Of course, Saint Fegalandu Gegulin also thinks you are a very suitable candidate."
Saint Wuchuli picked up a cup of tea, took a sip, and said with a smile:
"Doflamingo, we know that you have suffered a lot over the years, but this has passed, and it is time to move on."
In a tone like that of an elder, he said earnestly and sincerely:
"Looking back now, the reason why you have grown so well and have not fallen into the degradation and incompetence of other members of your race is because you have experienced difficulties and dangers that others have not had over the years."
"This is the training you must go through, and it is also our test for you."
"Congratulations... you succeeded, Doflamingo."
"You have successfully proved that you are not a mediocre and useless person like your father, you are a Celestial Dragon among Celestial Dragons!"
His deep voice slowly echoed through the phone bug in the resident hall, as if it had some kind of inciting power.
"Come back, Doflamingo... We will grant you glory, power and status that you have never had before, and you will stand above all people!"
"The Don Quixote family will become great again in your hands!"
Doflamingo was silent.
The five old stars on the other side of the phone didn't seem to be in a hurry and were waiting quietly.
A full half minute passed before Doflamingo slowly exhaled a breath and said in a hoarse voice:
"I need a moment to think about it."
"No problem at all."
Saint Wuchuli nodded, smiling confidently of victory.
For a rebellious brat like Doflamingo, it is normal for him to be unable to accept the offer for a while.
The so-called hatred, as well as the so-called insult and self-esteem of the past, are nothing but passing clouds in the face of absolute power and status.
He simply didn't believe Doflamingo could refuse the offer.
The deputy leader of the Knights of God... This is a dream-like existence for any Celestial Dragon.
"Doflamingo, don't let us down."
After saying that, the encrypted phone bug communication was interrupted.
"……Little Lord?"
Seeing the blond Draco sitting there motionless, Senior suddenly felt an inexplicable panic surge in his heart.
Could it be that the young master is really tempted by the conditions proposed by Wulaoxing?
Serving as the deputy leader of the Knights of God...that is equivalent to breaking with the Godfather directly!
"Are you... going to agree?"
Hearing Senior's voice, Doflamingo's eyes were dazed for a moment before focusing again.
He smiled, waved his hand, and picked up the phone bug again.
After staring at the phone quietly for a while, he took a deep breath and dialed a certain signal.
"Buru Buru...Buru Bulu..."
The phone calls kept ringing.
Senior's heart became more and more anxious and uneasy.
Until a familiar indifferent voice came from the phone bug, and his inner uneasiness suddenly disappeared.
"Dover?"
The voice was obviously weak, but it contained a surprised smile.
"It's not your style to contact me proactively."
"Tell me, do you have any worries or need my help?"
Doflamingo pursed his lips and said hoarsely:
"Can I ask you a question?"
Darren smiled and said:
"Of course, no problem, you are my godson."
Doflamingo lowered his eyes slightly, was silent for a moment, and then asked:
"In your opinion, is it because of my past life that was full of suffering that I am able to achieve what I am today?"
The Den Den Mushi paused for a few seconds.
Then Darren's half-smiley voice came out:
"Dover, let me tell you a fact."
"Never think that suffering is worthy of praise and admiration. Suffering in life is helpless... If you want to temper your will, there are countless ways."
"If someone praises the significance of suffering in front of you, then he probably just wants to control you mentally and make you willing to do what he wants you to do."
Doflamingo was stunned. He couldn't help but tremble slightly when holding the Den Den Mushi.
Senior was also stunned. A layer of fine cold sweat broke out on his back, and a huge wave of waves rose in his heart.
He... guessed it!
Completely... said it!
A sense of unreality, like a dream, filled Senior's heart at this moment.
This made him subconsciously bend his body deeper, and look at the Den Den Mushi with more respect.
"...I understand. Thank you, Godfather."
Doflamingo took a deep breath again and said in a deep voice.
"Any more questions?" Darren asked.
"No more." Doflamingo shook his head.
"Well, that's good..."
The Den Den Mushi paused for a moment, and just as Doflamingo was about to hang up the Den Den Mushi call, Darren's voice sounded again:
"- I think you should agree to the conditions given by the government."
Doflamingo was struck by lightning.
Senior was stunned.
"Godfather..."
Darren sighed and said:
"I'm sorry, Dov."
"As your godfather, I often did not fulfill my father's responsibilities and failed to give you the guidance you should have by your side. This made you waver. This is my dereliction of duty."
Doflamingo did not speak.
Darren did not care, but continued.
"But I hope you can remember one sentence-always be close to your friends, and even closer to your enemies."
"... No matter who your enemies are."
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Please thank you for everything.
