The Great Voyage: The Props Master on the Straw Hat Ship

"So, you're not planning to pay taxes?!"

[TaxGoldBird] reminded you to confirm.

"Of course, this is my money!!!"

Philip flatly refused, insisting that getting his money was simply a pipe dream!

"If you do not pay, we will take measures to forcibly seize your property!"

[TaxGoldBird] This is the last warning.

"Deduct whatever you want, let's see what you do about it!!"

Philip scoffed at this.

Then, he witnessed the power of that 22nd-century tax collection tool.

"Seize the light!!!"

Suddenly, the [Tax Gold Bird] emitted a beam of azure light from a blue sphere within the square box on its body.

And as if there was no escape, it struck Philip, who was standing there, squarely.

"Aiya ya ya ya!!!"

The beam of light, seemingly possessing the power of a strong electric current, struck Philip, causing him to scream in agony while flailing his arms and legs in mid-air.

That appearance looked absolutely ridiculous.

"Ahhhhh!!!"

Those around him couldn't help but swallow hard at Philip's miserable state.

While feeling fear, I also felt an uncontrollable surge of pleasure.

Philip had been running rampant on the island for quite some time, and it was truly remarkable that something finally came along that could bring him to his knees.

"Bravo……"

The flashing electric light was truly dazzling, causing Luffy and Usopp to click their tongues in amazement.

"Yes, lightning is one of the most powerful forces in nature."

Even Robin, upon witnessing such power, gave it a sincere evaluation.

"Lightning..."

Link stared at Philip, who was being flung through the air by the beam of light and suffering from the electric shock, his eyes gleaming.

It seems there's another guy who plays with lightning on their next journey?

Moreover, the lightning power he possesses is far superior to that of the [Tax Gold Bird], both in terms of scale and intensity.

The power from a Logia-type Devil Fruit that is practically invincible in this world...

That's something we can plan carefully, and...

I just happen to have the necessary tools...

"Aaaaaaah, bang!!"

Just as Link was thinking this, he heard Philip's scream abruptly stop, and the sound of his body hitting the ground.

"Please pay your taxes, 350,000 Berries!!"

The Tax Bird, which had just completed a course of treatment for Philip, will continue to strictly enforce its tax collection practices.

"You...don't...think about it!!"

However, Philip, who was obsessed with money and valued taxes more than his own life, was not so easily swayed.

Even after exhaling several puffs of black smoke, its eyes turning white from the electric shock, and its body becoming somewhat charred, it still stubbornly refused, its neck held high.

Yes, this person is truly someone who values ​​money over life.

However, his resistance was futile.

[TaxGoldBird] This time it was just a notification, not an inquiry, so he had no room to refuse.

And~

In his current state, he simply doesn't have the ability to refuse.

"Pay taxes, 350,000 Berries!"

The [Tax Bird] completely ignored Philip's reply, and as if no one else was around, it stuck its suction-like mouth into the large bag full of money carried by the soldier behind Philip.

Gululu~

The entire bag of money was sucked into the [Tax Gold Bird]'s square box-like body, and there was no visible change whatsoever!

"The total amount is 500,000 Berries, the tax paid is 350,000 Berries, and the change is 150,000 Berries!"

As it spoke, [Tax Bird] turned its rear end toward Philip.

With a few "whoosh" sounds, stacks of remaining banknotes spewed out of his box and hit Philip's face, which was almost unconscious from the electric shock.

While suppressing their inner pleasure, the diners next to them couldn't help but shrink back.

This thing called the "Tax-Gold Bird" is far too ferocious.

"Lord Philip!!"

The soldiers in the conscription team that Philip brought were terrified when they saw this scene and dared not approach. They could only shout from a distance.

They were terrified that if they got too close, they would also be taxed or subjected to electroshock therapy...

Heaven have mercy, the tax collection team that once struck fear into the hearts of everyone on this island, collecting taxes from others, has now fallen to the point where they are being taxed themselves, and are too afraid to even approach.

It's truly a case of karma coming full circle; no one escapes the wrath of Heaven!

Every cause has its effect, and your retribution is... cough cough!!

"Someone actually managed to collect taxes from Philip?!"

Dr. Henzo, standing nearby, also stared in disbelief at the scene before him.

He first looked at the [Tax-Gold Bird], then at Link and the others.

Suddenly, I was filled with a desire to study this [Tax-Gold Bird].

The actions of [TaxGoldBird] truly left a deep impression on everyone present.

However, if they think that the [Tax Bird] only has this one function, they are sorely mistaken.

Besides collecting taxes from their bodies, the Tax Bird can also go to their homes to pay their bank deposits in taxes!

In other words, not only their current income, but also their past savings and deposits will be investigated!

This is even worse than robbery!!

After hovering in the air for a while, the [Tax-Gold Bird] quickly flew off in a certain direction.

"Let's go check it out too!!"

Luffy stuffed the macaroni from the large plate into his mouth, patted his stomach, and said to Link and Robin as Usopp took out his wallet to pay.

The two of them were fine with it. Luffy was in front, and Usopp, who had paid the bill, was behind. The four of them chased after the [Tax-Gold Bird].

Upon seeing this, Dr. Henzo immediately followed the group and ran out together.

At this moment, Nami, Sanji, and Chopper had just finished shopping and were carrying large and small bags of kitchenware, medical books, and clothes of various styles as they walked forward.

Is this what shopping is all about?

Chopper, sticking out his tongue, looked at the radiant and energetic Nami and couldn't help but admire her:

"Nami, your stamina is really good!!"

"For ladies, shopping is an instinct!" Nami smiled and pursed her lips.

"Hey? If Miss Nami wants to go shopping, I'll accompany her even if it means going to hell!!!"

Sanji's eyes were sparkling, and he held the bags high in his arms, his face full of fighting spirit.

Hey, I'm talking to you guys!

Just as the three were enjoying their fruitful harvest and in high spirits, a jerk suddenly appeared in front of them.

"Are you the troublemakers who refuse to pay taxes at the port?!"

The man was wearing a futuristic suit that looked like something out of Metal Slug. Beneath the suit was a face that resembled Philip's, but even more so that of a monkey. He stood there swaggering around, saying:

"I am Rick, the grandson of Mayor Witton, and I specialize in collecting taxes from troublemakers. Now hand over your taxes!!"

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As he spoke, he manipulated the tech suit, bumping his fists together, and a considerable amount of electricity immediately surged from it.

"See that? This old man is leading a power unit that can be covered in electricity!!"

He was proudly introducing himself when he heard a sound from above:

"Rek, the current amount is 820,000 Berries. After deducting 70% tax, that's 574,000 Berries!!" Rek: "???"

He looked up, somewhat bewildered, and saw something resembling a robotic bird fluttering above his head. "What is that?!"

"I'm puzzled," Rick asked.

"The Tax Bird is there! Ah, and Sanji and Nami too!!" Luffy and his crew followed the Tax Bird's trail and arrived at the scene.

When they arrived, they found Sanji and Chopper there, along with a strange-looking creature lying in front of them.

"What is this??"

Luffy tilted his head, looking at the thing lying on the ground, now charred black, with some confusion.

"Is this a person? It still feels like there's a trace of life in it..."

Robin held his face in his hands, "I hope he won't die from this."

"You've started making those horrible connections about Robin again..."

Usopp subconsciously joined in the吐槽 (tu cao, a Chinese internet slang term for sarcastic or critical comments).

"It must have been made by [Tax Bird], right?"

He glanced at the charred object. "But was its current really that strong?"

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"There must be another electrical device involved?"

Link, on the other hand, saw a group of men who looked like members of the Power Force, lying haphazardly in the distance, their hair spiked up and charred black.

"There was already a significant amount of electricity, and then the [Tax Bird]'s seizure beam hit, clearly causing an overload and an explosion..."

His guess was almost entirely correct; what had just happened was exactly as he had imagined.

"The Tax Bird is truly amazing; its tax-collecting skills are incredible..."

Usopp smacked his lips, looking with considerable admiration at the [Tax-Gold Bird] that circled twice in the air before flying off in a certain direction.

Judging from the direction it was flying, it seemed to be heading towards the highest point on the island, where there was a luxurious and magnificent building.

This appears to be the residence of the local official.

That is, the place where Mayor Witton lives... wait?!

Usopp suddenly realized that the "Tax Bird" had just collected taxes from Witton's son, and then from the grandson Rick, according to the surrounding onlookers.

Now, it's heading straight for the mayor's residence, so is it planning to collect taxes from Mayor Witton?!

This is truly a complete family of three generations, not a single one is missing!

Usopp was there, exclaiming, "Wow!"

But before he could finish his reflection, the onlookers around him erupted in another round of heated discussion.

A huge, dilapidated ship with a red minotaur-like prow slowly emerged from a rainbow-like mist rising from the sea.

"That's... the Seven-Colored Mist!!!"

The old man named Henzo, carrying a strange instrument, suddenly darted out, his eyes fixed on the distant mist.

The seven-colored mist he had studied and longed for for fifty years had finally reappeared!

Near Lulujia Island, there is a wondrous sea area where a mysterious mist once appeared, known as the Seven-Colored Mist.