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Chapter 724: Isn't That the Excuse You Were Looking For?
Chapter 724: Isn't That the Excuse You Were Looking For?
"Hey, this doesn't fit the rules!"
The man in the black dress uniform's expression darkened as he glared at Sazil. "Navy, you're interfering with this country's internal system. You're not allowed to meddle in national affairs as a World Government member state."
Sazil replied, "When did I start meddling? I'm just inviting some children to join the Navy. Since this nation is a World Government member state, we naturally have the right to conscript here. These kids clearly possess Justice Qualities. What's wrong with letting them experience Navy life early?"
His tone dripped with Kuro-style logic.
Sazil had spent years under Kuro's tutelage—though he'd been on the receiving end of many beatings, he'd picked up three out of ten points of twisted reasoning.
"We have more people!" shouted the gap-toothed kid. "Others forced into debt like us! We were scammed! Our parents were tricked, lost all their money, and were forced into labor until they died. We've had no freedom—endless labor and debts we can never repay!"
"Navy!" the child cried desperately. "If your words mean anything, please save us!"
"Stupid brat!" The man in black snarled, his face twisting as he raised his fist to charge forward.
A hand suddenly clamped down on his shoulder, slamming him hard to the ground. He collapsed backward with a crash.
"You dare!"
The remaining black-uniformed men drew their pistols, aiming at the group.
"Touching off in Tezoro Officer's territory? You planning to disobey your superiors' commands?"
"Stop hiding behind your superiors", Sazil said, cleaning his ear with a finger before blowing on his pinky. "My superior is Klah Commander. Klah's superior is Kuro Vice Admiral. Kuro's superior is Borsalino Admiral. Borsalino answers to the World Government. If you want to play that game, go ahead and climb that chain."
Crunch!
His boot slammed into the fallen man's chest. His expression turned stormy. "Forcing children into debt bondage? Denying their freedom? That's hardly fair play. Tezoro used to be a pirate, but even pirates—"
"—had their honor!"
Sazil smirked around his cigar. "If you insist on debts, come find me. My salary should cover it. Of course, I won't pay any money that violates the rules."
"Get them! By protocol, we can respond to anyone attacking here!"
The black-uniformed men opened fire.
Bang Bang Bang!
Bullets tore through the air.
"You think those can hurt me?"
Sazil stood still, not bothering to dodge. Iron Body.
Clang Clang Clang Clang!
The bullets ricocheted off his body without even tearing his clothes. Sparks flew as they clattered to the ground.
When it came to Iron Body mastery, Sazil considered himself second only to Kuro Vice Admiral, Lida Commander, and Klah Commander. His Surface Scan was equally refined.
He only knew two Six Styles techniques, but they were more than enough.
"The opposing party ambushed Navy without cause. Arrest them all!"
Sazil barked the order.
The Navy forces surged forward like a swarm.
These New World elites possessed Haki—a match for mere henchmen didn't even require vigilance. The children's faces lit up with hope.
"Tianbao!"
The gap-toothed boy gripped his sister's hand, tears spilling over. "We're saved!"
"Right! Brother!" The green-haired girl nodded fiercely, eyes glistening.
Forced labor, endless debt, and lost freedom had buried their spirits in despair. They'd begged Navy before. Other Navy units had visited this city, but neutrality zones and World Government recognition had left them powerless. Some Navy officers hadn't even cared.
But now—
Finally, someone had answered their call!
The gap-toothed boy gazed up at the cigar-smoking man, admiration blooming in his eyes.
A true hero!
This is what Navy should be!
"I'll become—"
Before the words "Navy officer" left his lips, a ringing Transponder Snail sounded.
BO-RO-BO-RO!
A Navy officer approached, carrying the vibrating snail. "Lieutenant, Klah Commander is calling."
Sazil's eyebrows lifted. He took the receiver, his arrogant posture instantly replaced by nervousness as he hunched his shoulders. "Klah Mr., you called me?"
"Yes, yes! I mean—no! I wasn't fooling around! I found some children who seem forced into debt bondage. I'm rescuing them!"
"That's right! I suspect this city has slavers!"
"Understood. I'll wait."
The call ended.
Sazil straightened arrogantly. "Klah Mr. said he'll request a search warrant from Kuro Vice Admiral. Once approved, we'll move out under the pretense of hunting slavers."
The gap-toothed boy hesitated, staring suspiciously at Sazil.
This was Navy?
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"Vice Admiral, news from Commander Klah."
A Navy officer approached Kuro, who lounged on a golf course.
"Sazil Lieutenant claims he found a suspected slaver group while shopping and wants a search warrant."
"Hmph. Isn't that the excuse we needed?" Kuro smirked at Kaku Brother.
"Slavers?" Kaku swung his golf club, sending a ball flying. He shaded his eyes, watching it fall short. "Tsk. Missed the hole. The World Government claims no slavery exists, so this warrant is justified, Kuro."
They all knew the truth.
But now, there must be none.
Even World Nobles engaged in slave trafficking were covered up by the World Government.
Otherwise, the Shabondy slave auction house wouldn't have been called the "Occupational Stability Bureau."
Everyone saw through the charade.
But since the World Government denied it, Navy could deny it too—making it grounds for action.
"Help me out, Kaku Brother." Kuro sat up. "Contact Vice Admiral Zoro to assist. Issue that search warrant. All Navy forces will sweep Gran Tesoro. Any calls—don't answer. Redirect to you if unavoidable."
"Redirect to me?" Kaku frowned.
"You can't possibly send them to me! You know I hate trouble! Brother, you're the most senior—take one for the team!" Kuro chuckled.
(End of Chapter)
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