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Chapter 492: The Double Agent's Chicken Soup
Chapter 492: The Double Agent's Chicken Soup
Four Billion Five Hundred Million.
Upon seeing this figure, even Saga himself was momentarily stunned.
He wasn't foolish enough to think that his bounty had decreased to four hundred fifty million or something similar. Bounties only increased or were revoked; there was no such thing as a reduction.
Although at certain times, it could be considered a reflection of popularity, it wasn't genuine popularity but rather a combination of danger and power.
A reduction? That would imply that not only was his danger not acknowledged by the Navy, but they were also prepared to forget the crimes he had committed, which was the only scenario that could lead to a reduction.
Four billion five hundred million belli, compared to his previous bounty, was a difference of eight hundred million belli, equivalent to the bounty of a Three-Star General.
Defeating a Four Emperor didn't guarantee a bounty surpassing that of the Four Emperors. There was no such rule, and even if there was, it wouldn't result in such a significant increase. He had initially estimated his bounty to be around forty billion belli, which would have marked his entry into the ranks of the 'Elder Four Emperors.'
But now, this amount...
"This price means that my danger is finally being taken seriously," Saga said, grinning as he looked at his wanted poster. "At this critical moment, including your bounty, as well as Mariya's and Reti's, are all my direct subordinates. It's like they're using me as an excuse to ask for money during the World Conference."
Lily paused, then spoke thoughtfully, "Saga, do you mean... we're just an excuse?"
"Yes and no. Your bounties will increase after a while anyway, but not right now. It will happen after I take over Big Mom's territory. And it's not just the three of you."
"Reti is the producer at home. Many weapons are designed and molded by her personally. How could she not be on people's minds? As for Mariya, isn't she in charge of settling people who come from outside?"
"Yes," Lily replied.
"Settling people from the outside is Mariya's responsibility. Over time, they will call and write letters to their hometowns, gradually becoming known to others. Now, the outside world is spreading the word that Mariya is a 'Virgin Mary' and a 'Goddess,' and her popularity is indeed very high."
Let professionals handle professional matters.
Lily could coordinate and even kill, especially nobles, but she wasn't the type to face and comfort civilians.
Mariya, on the other hand, could do that with her gentle, spring-like warmth and cooking skills that could soothe people's hearts. This saved Saga a lot of trouble, as long as they obeyed from the start. As long as they waited until the day they received their wages, these people would settle down and become a new source of labor for him.
He wasn't kidding about paying them! But the initial work was done by Mariya, and she had made a significant contribution to stabilizing the situation.
This also led to a chain reaction. Those who were previously homeless or struggling to survive quickly sought ways to contact their friends and family after settling down here.
After all, in this place, as long as they could work, they would be paid!
And everyone could find a job!
Such a great opportunity was something they wanted to share with their loved ones. They had survived, but others were still struggling.
As for the Pirate Nation...
What pirates?
They were a non-aligned country with no connection to the World Government and didn't follow their rules.
There were no pirates here, only the Benevolent Lord and his Benevolent Subordinates!
Just as Lily had multiple titles, Mariya also bore other titles. Many people even revered her as a spiritual figure, crossing the sea to come to this side just to pay their respects and find peace.
"High popularity means more attention, which is beneficial for me, but not for those kings and nobles."
Sage smiled and said to Lily, who was standing before him, "And you, here, Letitia earns their money, Mariya uproots their roots, and you're even more direct, taking their lives. With me as the leader, the bounty will naturally increase."
"With the bounty raised, they'll recognize the threat and offer more money. After all, the Dragon People are quite extravagant with their spending, right, Carla?"
"Boss, if you're asking me about this, I can't give you a definite answer. I can only say that it's possible." Carla pushed up her glasses, her expression unchanged.
At least he wasn't as shocked as he was at the beginning.
Killing Dragon People was out of the question; that was all in the past. The current Sage spoke openly about some of the World Government's issues in front of her, and more importantly, his words made perfect sense.
For instance, Sage had once laughed at those who eagerly sent people who couldn't pay taxes and couldn't afford to live to the Navy. That group of people, the Navy would definitely take them in, and once they were rescued and trained, they would undoubtedly become Navy with strong willpower.
It was a waste of manpower to simply increase the number of soldiers, so they ended up sending people to him to boost the workforce.
If this happened a few more times, he wouldn't need to rob them; he could just bring everyone over. Even a dead country with treasures would be of no use.
Humans, with their emotions and thoughts, are the source of material circulation and economic movement.
Carla felt that this made sense, so she reported it to Luqi, who also found it reasonable. He then informed the Five Elders.
The Five Elders also agreed that it made sense, and they spread their hands, telling Luqi not to meddle in trivial matters and to be a good dog.
Luqi could only tell Carla to focus on her own tasks.
"Go and send a telegram."
Sage clicked his tongue and waved Carla away, "I can stay out of the World Conference, but the money they offer, which exceeds the original amount, I want half of it! Rest assured, I only need one year's worth!"
"I'm afraid that's not possible,"
Carla didn't even have to think about it before she replied, "Sage, if you do that, the higher-ups will go to war with you directly. You'd be disrupting the world's order."
Unlike the small half-length waterway in the New World's vast sea, Sage's actions could shake the very foundation of the World Government's rule, and it was impossible to agree to such a request.
"Fine, then go and make me a bowl of chicken soup." Sage said.
Carla: "..."
"Boss, that's sexual harassment."
She pushed up her glasses, a hint of helplessness in her voice.
This wasn't the first time she had heard those words; every time she reported to Sage, he would ask her to make chicken soup.
At first, she thought Sage was just hungry and wanted her to notify Mariya, but it turned out he wanted her to make it herself.
The playful look in his eyes gave her an uneasy feeling, but she couldn't quite put her finger on what it was.
Didn't she already know that she was an undercover agent?
She had asked, and Sage's answer was that a double agent must know how to make chicken soup.
"Hahahaha!"
Sage threw his head back and laughed, "That cake, I'll have the chance to eat it someday. Let's head back and start the banquet, and we'll conquer the territory later!"
(End of Chapter)
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