One Piece: Starting with Coercing and Enticing Nami

"Did you know that there are two top-notch beauties on the weapons ship? Tsk tsk! The weapons are really well-fed."

Various sounds came from his ears, so Tote simply closed his eyes to rest. These were just ordinary guys around, and none of them posed any threat to Tote.

Karina listened to the gossip around her and heard their envious comments about her clinging to powerful figures.

In the past, she would have been dissatisfied, because she used to survive by her own wisdom. But now, with her elbows on the table, her left hand supporting her cheek, she smiled and turned her head to look at Thoth beside her, her eyelashes fluttering gently.

'So handsome! From now on, I'll live with a man like him.'

People kept coming in from outside, and the atmosphere in the hall gradually became more lively.

Time passed by, and soon it was time for the auction to begin.

"Thoth, the auction has started, and it seems the host is that Drago."

The girl's clear, layered voice called out in his ear, and Thoth's eyes opened naturally. He immediately saw Drago standing behind the auction stage, wearing a burgundy suit.

Noticing Thoth's gaze, Dragu's lips curled into a playful smile before he calmly surveyed the field.

"I am Drago, and I am in charge of this auction, which is jointly organized by Mr. Du Feld, the big boss of the underworld, and several big bosses of Glass Pearl Island."

He was also the auctioneer at this auction.

I know that the people who come here are all renowned figures in the East China Sea.

Everyone who has come here must be here for that final treasure of the sea.

However, as he finished speaking, his eyes suddenly became incredibly sharp, like those of a bird or beast soaring high in the sky.

Almost everyone who met his gaze felt a chill run down their spine. Dragu watched with satisfaction as their eyes shifted to awe, and suddenly, he smiled brightly:

"Alright. Without further ado, let's begin this underground auction."

First, the first item up for auction is a treasure map from pirates who supposedly plundered the treasury of a kingdom in the East China Sea twenty years ago.

According to our professional assessment, its authenticity is highly reliable.

He gestured to one of the female attendants in the row beside him.

A tray was handed to him, and he picked up a piece of parchment treasure map, marked by age, and held it up to show it.

"The starting bid is 800 million Berries, and each bid must be at least 100 million Berries higher."

As soon as he finished speaking, curious and excited voices immediately filled the room.

"I'll offer 800 million."

Soon someone was the first to call out a bid.

Upon seeing this, Dragu's lips curled into a slight smile, and he raised his hand in that direction:

"The customer at table number 3 has bid 8 million, but it's said that this is a treasure map containing at least 100 million worth of treasure. Are there any customers who will bid higher?"

"I'll offer 1000 million."

Suddenly, a shout rang out.

Judging from his arrogant and domineering demeanor, it seemed like he was determined to win. Thoth turned his head and saw that it was Bucky the Clown. He really lived up to his name, the magical treasure boy whose life dream was to find all the treasures in the ocean.

At that moment, the people in the hall saw that it was the infamous clown Bucky, and fear appeared in their eyes.

Many people didn't want to mess with him, so just as Bucky was feeling smug, Dragu's eye twitched and the first item sold for less than the expected 1000 million.

Bucky's maniacal laughter echoed throughout the arena.

As Thoth watched Dragu's discomfiture, a pleasant smile slowly crept onto his lips.

Seeing the latter force a smile, he let the waitress bring up the second item for auction.

The second item was a blueprint for a two-shot rifle that was several generations more advanced than those available in Donghai.

Starting bid: 900 million pesos.

The atmosphere in the room became increasingly lively, with quite a few discerning people present. In the end, the item was sold to a gang leader for a high price of fifty million Berries.

Thoth looked on, a sense of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, a feeling of mixed emotions, often including regret or nostalgia) in his eyes. The arms business, no matter the world, is a highly profitable one.

The third, fourth, and fifth items: an expensive jewelry necklace, a powerful sniper rifle from the Grand Line, and yet another high-value treasure map.

As more and more items were put up for auction, the atmosphere in the room became increasingly lively.

It was like a carnival; in this backward East China Sea, many strange goods from the Grand Line appeared.

Thoth watched calmly as Drago resold items that weren't actually considered valuable on the Grand Line.

But in the eyes of these leopards in the East China Sea today, that is extremely precious.

After all, it's the Grand Line.

This is... the effect of branding.

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"Next, we will be auctioning our twenty-third item, which is also one of our final items for this auction."

A rare and precious weapon.

A longsword that we have certified to be in no way inferior to the 21st grade Great Sword in terms of toughness and sharpness.

Dragu took a sword case wrapped in silk from the waitress.

As he removed the silk cloth and opened the sword box, a long sword with an antique and ornate appearance, a bluish-gray blade and a bright white hilt, appeared. The sword and scabbard were separated and fixed in the sword box.

"This longsword was unearthed from the ruins of an ancient kingdom during an expedition on the Grand Line."

It has remained uncorroded for at least two hundred years. The material of this sword is very special, and the blade and body of the sword are completely free of bloodstains.

It is 138 centimeters long, 4.6 centimeters wide, and weighs 489 kilograms. Its name is Tyrwind.

Drago described the specifications of the double-edged two-handed greatsword in a seductive tone, but Thoth sensed a sense of apprehension from him.

Moreover, looking at Tyr's Blade in the sword case, Thoth's eyes flickered slightly, and he was certain in his heart:

"This is a demonic sword."

In the perception of the breath of all things, this sword exudes an alien presence and has a very rebellious nature.

No wonder they put it up for auction; they probably can't use it themselves, or perhaps they've suffered from this sword before!

At this moment, Drago announced the starting price for this famous weapon: "Tyrfon's starting price is thirty million Berries, and each bid will be no less than one million."

Its antique and magnificent appearance clearly indicated that it was no ordinary item, making all the swordsmen present eagerly anticipate its arrival.

But, thirty million Berries to buy a sword?

At this moment, the passion in most people's hearts was extinguished by this bucket of cold water. Those in the know understand that a great sword usually costs only ten million, but this one costs twice as much.

Dragu's eyes were calm.

If it weren't for the fact that many of the powerful swordsmen in their company couldn't wield this demonic sword, their president wouldn't have agreed to send it to the East China Sea for auction.

The Demon Blade is a true masterpiece; it was only used as a gimmick this time. Giving such a powerful weapon to the East Sea people who don't know its value is a loss for them.

They wouldn't be willing to spend ten million on an auction; they wouldn't want to lose money even if they had to sell. And he was already prepared for the auction to fail.

"Thirty million Berries".

Suddenly, a voice rang out. Drago looked over and saw a gang leader holding up a bidding paddle. A look of astonishment flashed in his eyes.

However, upon further reflection, his eyes calmed down again. If they sold it for 30 million, they wouldn't be at a loss.

After all, they were adopted.

"Table 10 costs 30 million Berries. Is there any future great swordsman who wants to bid for this legendary sword?"

Thirty-one million.

Thirty-two million.

Immediately, fueled by Dragu's boasting, several more people started bidding, and in the end, the price of the Tyrfong was raised to 37 million Berries.

070. The Steel Fruit!

A bunch of bumpkins from the East China Sea.

They're not happy about raising the price.

Dragu inwardly grumbled, but outwardly wore a bright smile:

"The gentleman at table number ten has bid another thirty-seven million. Is there anyone else who wants this sword? Thirty-seven million twice."

Seeing this, Tot held up his number amidst Karina's curiosity:

Thirty-eight million Berries.

An unexpected quote.

The man at table number ten frowned, but his expression turned grim when he saw it was Toth.

Dragu subtly turned his head to look, but after confirming it was Thoth, a strange look immediately appeared in his eyes, and his smile gradually broadened. "You little devil who's courting death."

You dare ask for a demon sword? That's hilarious.

Thirty-eight million once?

"Anyone else want to raise the price?"

"Thirty-eight million twice... thirty-eight million three times..."

"Deal!! Let's congratulate Mr. Thoth, the pirate hunter."

Now that he has obtained the sword, he will surely become even more powerful in the future!

Congratulations! Congratulations!

After the auction, our professional staff will escort you backstage to complete the transaction for your item.

Dragu had a bright smile on his face, but he didn't forget to add insult to injury with his words.

At this point, Toth officially confirmed that the guy was the one who did what was in the newspaper.

Thoth stared at him expressionlessly, while simultaneously sensing the malicious emotions emanating from the arena. Meanwhile, the smile on Dragu's face gradually faded as Thoth looked at him.

Although Thoth didn't seem to have any murderous intent, he felt a strange sense of oppression constantly rising from his heart.

This made him feel very uncomfortable, and he gradually felt frustrated. "That damn brat!"