XX-level Hokage

A girl carrying a huge camera ran over. "President, here! Here!"

"Breaking news! This is a major Shinma! Quickly notify all the Shinma birds in the entire East Blue and have them all head to the Alabasta Kingdom! This is truly..."

"Big news!" Morgans said excitedly.

"Yes, yes." The girl grabbed her camera and ran out quickly.

"It's rare to see you so excited. Did you get some interesting news from Lieutenant General Tsuru?" A charming woman with golden hair said languidly from a sofa not far away.

"Of course, although Vice Admiral Tsuru didn't want to say it, I'm even more curious. A girl who appeared out of nowhere, incredibly young, managed to become a Shichibukai after attacking a Marine branch and kidnapping a Marine sergeant. What's even more astonishing is that she actually caught Vice Admiral Tsuru's attention. You know, many pirates in the New World don't even get this kind of treatment," Morgans said excitedly.

“Sometimes I really don’t understand your thinking, you big news. Since Lieutenant General Tsuru has made it clear that she doesn’t want you to investigate, why do you insist on acting in secret? Aren’t you afraid she’ll use you as a scapegoat?” The beautiful blonde woman rose gracefully and said.

"Hehe, Stussy, even you, the 'Queen of the Pleasure District,' can't understand my joy? There are so many secrets in this world, but the World Government, the Navy, the pirates, the Revolutionary Army—they all seem to keep quiet. That's incredibly boring. So I want to know these secrets and spread them as news. For this, I'm even willing to risk my life to film news footage. Only in this way can I gain unparalleled satisfaction," Morgans said with utter ecstasy.

Stussy looked at the enraptured Morgans in front of him and suddenly laughed.

If the world is ruled by the navy and pirates, then the world below is managed by six underground Ksitigarbha beings. They are little known to the public, but they greatly influence the world's economy.

Dufeld: Known as the "Lord of Usury," his main business was lending money at exorbitant interest rates.

Stussy: Known as the "Queen of the Pleasure District," she is also an agent of the Celestial Dragons' secret intelligence agency, CPO, and is mainly responsible for surveillance and intelligence gathering.

Dorrag Piecrow: Known as the "big name funeral home," he is a large-statured man who is in charge of funeral services.

Morgans: Known as "Big News," he is the president of the World Economic News Agency, specializing in breaking news. Kibsen: Known as "The Hidden One," he is a veteran in the warehousing industry, primarily engaged in cargo storage.

Umit: Known as "deep ocean currents", its main business is ocean transportation. It controls maritime transport and can be said to be a monopolist of the ocean commodity trading channels.

In Stussy's view, Morgans was always the strangest of the six emperors. He was not involved in organized crime, nor was he a womanizer. Although he was somewhat greedy, he firmly held the bottom line of journalism. No one dared to tamper with the news bird's news, and he was also the only one who knew his identity as a spy.

“Your fruit is very suitable for you,” Stussy said with a light laugh. “Thank you for the compliment,” Morgans replied, removing his hat.

Morgans is a user of the Bird-Bird Fruit, Albatross Form, and has always appeared in his Beastman form.

It has a large beak, small eyes, white feathers all over its body, a large tail, wings shaped like hands, wears a black top hat with a red and white feather stuck in it, a light blue shirt, a yellow bow tie, red and white checkered trousers, and a black cloak.

It's like a giant news bird.

“If you find out who that guy is, don’t forget to let me know. I’m getting a little curious myself,” Stussy said lazily. “Why don’t you just ask the Navy?” Morgans asked.

“The Navy’s information network isn’t as extensive as yours, otherwise Vice Admiral Tsuru wouldn’t have come all this way to find you,” Stusi said with a smile.

"Thank you again for the compliment." Morgans had been waiting for Stusi's words; they were a great affirmation of him. At this moment, Mashiro and the others' ship had already entered the port of Alabasta.

If all goes as expected, the top executives of Baroque Works should all be in the kingdom. The main question is whether to deal with them first, or go directly to...

"How about dealing with Crocodile?" Robin asked softly, looking at the familiar desert landscape.

Weiwei watched Zhenbai with extreme nervousness, waiting for her next decision.

“Robin, you, Vivi, and Tashigi stay on the ship. Michitasu and I will handle the rest,” Mashiro said after a moment’s thought.

She could handle the entire Baroque Studio by herself, but to prevent getting lost, it was better to bring Michita along. Mashiro then flew out with Michita.

Michita already possesses the ability to float, so Mashiro only needs to apply the power of Universal Pull to her to increase her speed.

As the two figures disappeared, Robin walked lightly to Vivi and said with a smile, "It seems your plan to restore your kingdom will soon succeed, Your Highness."

Vivi was in a state of excitement at this moment. Based on the strength that Mashiro had shown before, defeating Crocodile was a sure thing.

So, you can start preparing now about what deal you made with your master and what the terms were. Robin's smile wavered slightly. Vivi's complexion, however, began to flush.

At this moment, Mashiro was flying over the Alabasta desert.

Two pink clouds floated above her and Michita, shielding them from the scorching sun.

The two were flying at a slow speed, and Mashiro was checking her luck value. When she obtained the Limitless Technique, her luck value was 110.

Immediately after saving Cocoyasi Village, he received 55 from Nami and met Tashigi, receiving 30 from her through Senbonzakura.

Show your strength and get 10 from Robin, 15 from Vivi, 10 from Tashigi, and 15 from Michita.

That night, I received another 15 from Michita, reaching the maximum luck value she could provide. Then I received another 5 from Robin.

Therefore, her current luck value should be 265. [Name: Hinata Mashiro]

Gender: Female Age: 20 Luck Value: 265

Historical texts collected: 0/26 Main quest progress: 0

Sure enough.

Then Mashiro looked at Michita behind her. [Name: Michita (Mr. Valentine)]

Gender: Female Age: 20 Affiliation: None

Devil Fruit Ability: Light-Heavy Fruit; Three-Colored Haki: Observation Haki

Height: 168cm, Luck Value: 30, Agreement: 55

Michita's maximum luck value is 30, so even though her approval rating for Mashiro has reached 55, the luck value she can give her is still "Should I draw a general? Or should I draw two at the same time after defeating Crocodile?" Mashiro muttered to herself.

Chapter Twenty-Six: The Princess's Journey to Reclaim Her Kingdom (Part Nine)

"Never mind, let's finish what we're doing first." Mashiro increased her flying speed.

Guided by Michita, the two soon arrived deep in the desert. A striking bar stood prominently atop the sand.

"This bar is owned by Mr. Twofinger, and it's mainly used to ambush people who get lost in the desert. Besides Mr. Twofinger, other company members also frequently gather here," Michita explained.

"I understand," Mashiro said with a light laugh.

"Um, what does Master intend to do with them, with my former colleagues?" After hesitating for a moment, Laiqita asked.

"Don't worry, for your sake, I'll give them a choice: stay or leave, live or die," Mashiro said softly. "Okay, thank you, Master," Michita sighed.

She had done more than enough. Meanwhile, at the Spider Bar...

Apart from Mr. 2, who is not in Alabasta, all the remaining executives of the Barok Works have gathered here.

Mr. 1, Darth Bonis. Miss. Two Fingers, Paula. Mr. 3, Gal-Dino.

Miss Golden Week, Mariano. Miss Christmas, Dorothy.

Aside from the president, who is hiding in the shadows, and the vice president, who has already defected from the company, they represent the entire Baroque Works.

"So, what's the purpose of calling us here?" Miss Twofinger asked. "Darth Bones asked. "I think you probably already know, from the message Mr. 4 sent." Paula replied.

"You mean the news about the vice president and Miss Valentine's defection? Do you really think I'm a child?" Miss Valentine asked, pointing two fingers. "Marianne spoke up.

“But I don’t think Mr. 4 would lie to me,” Paula said, shaking her head.

"After receiving this news, I contacted the vice president via Den Den Mushi. She only said one sentence to me before hanging up," Mr. 3, who had been silent until now, suddenly spoke.

"What did he say?" Pora asked. She had tried to contact him as well, but she couldn't reach either the vice president or Miss Valentine. "He said that if you want to live, you should surrender. Gardino, Gardino is my name," Mr. 3 said seriously.

As Mr. 3 finished speaking, the entire Spider Bar fell silent. It seemed something was indeed about to happen.

"Has anyone told the president about this?" Dorothy swallowed hard and asked. A long silence followed.

"Speaking of the president, apart from the vice president, none of us know what the president looks like or what his name is. And do you remember what the president promised us when we joined the company? To build an ideal country called 'Utopia' without war. But what we're doing now seems to be even further away from that dream," Pora said with some emotion.

"You mean you also want to leave the company?" Darth Bonis said coldly.

"I didn't say that. It's just that the vice president has already betrayed the company. If the company encounters an enemy it can't handle, then my primary task will be to save my own life." Pora waved her hand and said.

"Me too, Mr. 1. We all joined Baroque Works with ulterior motives. I'm not going to risk my life for a plan," Miss 3 said calmly.

"You..." Darth Bonis was about to say something when a burst of crisp applause rang out.

"Clap clap clap."

"It seems you've all made up your minds. That saves me the trouble." A clear, crisp voice followed. All the cadres hurriedly looked towards the source of the voice.

A girl with black hair and white eyes was sitting on the sofa in the bar. Next to her, their former colleague Miss Valentine was standing quietly.

Upon seeing this, the group was instantly shocked.

Dorothy activated the power of the Rat Fruit and went underground.

Mr.3 ignited himself, creating a wall of wax that enveloped him and Marianou.

Bora activated the power of the Thorn-Thorn Fruit, making her hands incredibly powerful. Darth Bonis's arms conjured blades, ready to strike at any moment.

"For Michita's sake, I can give you ten seconds to consider whether to surrender or die," Mashiro said with a light laugh.

Before he could finish speaking, Darth Bonis launched an attack on Mashiro. "Slash!"

But the instant Darth Boones attacked, a cherry blossom-pink sparrow appeared out of thin air, then transformed into a cherry blossom-pink katana, slashing down. Instantly, the blades on Darth Boones' arms shattered, and he crashed into the wall, covered in blood.

“If there’s a next time, it won’t be the force blade you conjured that will shatter,” Shinji said calmly.

He then glanced at the others. "Three seconds left."

"Three" two

“Tell me your choice,” Mashiro said with a smile. “I surrender,” Mr. 3 said, raising his hand first.

At his signal, Mariano raised her hand. Then Paula and Dorothy followed suit.

Seeing this, Darth Bonis, who was lying on the ground, also raised his blood-covered arm.

His dream was to become a great swordsman, but even the greatest swordsman understands that challenging an enemy who is fundamentally invincible is a foolish act. (This is also the difference between him and Zoro.)

“Very well, then you can stay here quietly. I don’t want you to leave this bar until soldiers from the Kingdom of Alabasta come looking for you,” Mashiro said slowly and deliberately.

Upon hearing this, several cadres nodded in agreement.

"Also, little girl, your abilities are useless to me, but they're quite interesting. Perhaps I'll give you a choice later, a choice that will determine your future." Mashiro walked lightly to Marianu's side, looked at her terrified face, reached out and touched her head, and said softly.

As soon as Zhenbai entered the bar, he felt his emotions begin to change.

Instantly, she thought of a colleague Michita had mentioned, Miss Golden Week, who possessed the ability to control other people's emotions through the paint on her palette.

An interesting ability, somewhat similar to Yakumo's, except one affects reality while the other affects emotions. [Name: Mariano (Miss. Golden Week)]

Gender: Female Age: 17

Affiliation: Pirates; Devil Fruit Ability: None; Three Types of Haki: None

Height: 145 cm Luck Value: 30

Approval rating: 0

"So she's 17? I can't believe it." Mashiro muttered to herself as she led Michita away from the Spider Bar.

After Mashiro and Michita left, the executives breathed a sigh of relief, especially Mariannu, whose legs gave way and she collapsed to her knees. Some time later, after leaving the Spider Bar, Mashiro brought Michita to the vicinity of the Alabasta Kingdom's capital.