One Piece: I Weave the Pirate Codex with My Zanpakuto

"We all told you not to come, boss, but now look what happened, we've all been sent away with you. But... this is a good thing!"

"That's right! Our leader isn't Hana Hanafuda anymore, our leader is the great pirate Ross!"

Looking at the group of people who suddenly started singing and dancing behind him, Perospero raised his hand to rub his cheek and said helplessly:

"Uncle, are you sure these people can be trusted?"

"Uncle?"

Receiving no answer for a long time, Perospero began searching for the man.

Turning around, I saw the man standing in front of a group of people, leading the dance.

They were dancing a strange dance with their hands and feet moving in unison.

“That’s Nika’s dance, according to historical records…”

Olvia walked up to Perospero at some point and took Rose's place.

"It is a dance of liberation and freedom."

Chapter 49 The God of Fortune - Du Feld

The morning after the lizardmen landed on the island—

Brilliant fireworks exploded in the sky, their booming sounds echoing throughout the entire Whole Cake Island.

"Haha, it's been a long time, Boss Feld."

“It’s been a long time, Pietro. I heard you’ve been on Beehive Island lately, oh, I mean Miracle Island. I heard you’ve made quite a bit of money there.”

Dragú Pietro, the owner of a large funeral parlor that deals in the dead.

He has a beard like a lion, but does things that only hyenas would do.

Compared to other "high-end" businesses in the underworld, which also have zero costs, Big Hand Funeral Parlor has been criticized.

Especially some guys with an "exceptionally sensitive" sense of smell, they always think that the people from Big Hand Funeral Home have a rotten smell about them.

Pietro stretched his suit, his chubby face beaming with smugness.

"Well, it's not that much, mostly thanks to the infighting among the remnants of the Rocks Pirates."

"Ever since Beehive Island was renamed, the rules of the great pirate Ross have become widely known in the kingdoms of that sea."

"While the nobles are still observing, the pirates have already swarmed over to their deaths."

"But those idiots were killed before they could even get out of the coconut grove, hahahahaha!"

Du Feld took out a new cigar, cut it, and handed it to him.

"I've heard some things about Miracle Island, but it seems that Boss Pietro knows more inside information."

Pietro took a lit cigar and puffed in, savoring the unique aroma that filled his mouth.

"The two leaders of the Rocks Pirates have joined forces: the great swordsman Ross and the ghost gunner Gil Buster."

"Although it's unclear whether there are any other Rocks Pirates members on the island, these two are enough to handle the New World at this stage."

"Ross, who killed Wang Zhi and was able to fight Shiki the Golden Lion without being defeated, has no idea just how strong he really is."

"Ghost Gunner Kiel Basda, the only main force in the recent chaotic battle."

"He single-handedly dealt with those troublesome pirates."

"The pirates, who had lost the ability to resist, were taken away by the island's army. I was only lucky enough to retrieve some corpses that were beyond dead."

Pietro suddenly stopped and gestured for Feld to come closer.

"I was fortunate enough to visit the island once. Although I didn't get to see Boss Kiel in person, I did have contact with his ghost."

“Kil told me that Ross is currently worried about who he can cooperate with. I heard that he seems to have a way to contact the giants.”

Elbaf, the Giants?

Feld narrowed his eyes, pondering the meaning behind Pietro's words.

“Giants… Boss Pietro, I remember that the price of timber has been very high in the land of giants these past few years, as well as special resources such as beast pelts and special minerals.”

"If Ross really does have the means to make contact over there, this is a significant opportunity. Tell me about it!"

Feld didn't finish his sentence, but he believed Pietro understood what he meant.

"There's no other way. This is the premise for my cooperation with Miracle Island. I'm helping them find some potential partners."

Pietro was telling the truth.

"Boss Feld, Boss Kiel also said some unpleasant things."

"Boss Ross seems to hate the zero-cost slave business. A while ago, a group of slaves came to the island to sell their slaves, and the result was that Boss Kiel hung them on a coconut tree by the sea and dried them into dried human bodies."

“I heard from the local residents that during that period, every night, ghostly wails echoed throughout the coconut grove.”

Seeing Feld's troubled expression, Pietro shrugged and smiled knowingly.

"If you want to earn that money, you have to make choices."

"Anyway, the Big Hand Funeral Parlor doesn't get involved in the slave trade, and I've already booked several branches and warehouses on Miracle Island."

“Boss Feld, that territory is still a treasure trove yet to be developed.”

Amidst eerie laughter, Pietro walked toward his other business partners in the underworld.

"Vice President Morgans, congratulations! I heard you're about to become president. That's fantastic news!"

"Ahem, as for being the club president or anything like that, I'm still working hard to learn and improve..."

Feld didn't listen to their conversation; if nothing unexpected happened, Pietro was probably busy with his sales pitch.

His gaze swept across the tea party, from the decrepit emperor of the underworld to the jewel-encrusted kings and nobles.

"Ok?"

Feld's eyes darted around when he saw Perospero maintaining order at the scene.

After making a decision, he quickly approached.

“Mr. Perospero, it’s been a while.”

Perospero turned around and gave a perfectly timed smile.

Just as I was about to say something, a gift box inlaid with gold thread was handed to me.

"You'll make Mom's gift yourself later..."

"No, no, no, this is a gift for you."

Du Field patted the boy on the shoulder, laughing and teasing him like an old friend.

“Mr. Perospero, the things in here are treasures to you. Take them to any of my shops.”

"A beautiful and charming older sister will greet you."

Perospero was puzzled, but still followed the polite formalities and pocketed the money.

"Speaking of which, I have a small favor to ask you for."

Perospero thought to himself, "Just as I expected. You go first. The Charlotte family, who can help, certainly won't refuse."

"Boss Lingling, I heard that she has a good relationship with the great pirate Ross. I would like to ask you to help introduce her."

"Uncle Ross?"

Perospero didn't expect it to be such a small matter, and licked the candy scepter in his hand.

"Let me take you there. The uncle is resting in the back."

Uncle?

Keeping this relationship in mind, Du Feld planned to give some even more precious gifts later at an opportune time.

Follow Perospero past the crowds and restaurants, and into a "bamboo forest" shaped like an egg roll.

"Uncle, Boss Feld wants to see you."

Seemingly noticing Ross's confusion, Perospero leaned down and whispered in his ear:

"The god of fortune in the underworld, a supernova in the underworld who started with loan sharking."

Ross nodded slightly to indicate that he had received the message, but made no attempt to get up.

Point to the opposite side, indicating that the other person should sit down.

"Haha, Boss Ross, this is my business card."

Ross never expected to receive a business card after transmigrating to the world of One Piece. He casually accepted the card, which had gold trim and felt quite heavy.

"Lord Ross, I am Du Feld. I heard from Pietro that you are looking for investment opportunities?"

Looking for investment opportunities?

Ross remained outwardly calm, but inwardly he was muttering to himself.

When did this news get out...?

“I understand. It’s all about sincerity. As long as you nod your head, I, Du Feld, will certainly not let you down!”

Dufeld thumped his chest loudly, while Ross "inadvertently" revealed a hint of unease.

"Cooperation is no problem, but the rules... Boss Feld should know them, right?"

"Of course, as for the slave trade, don't worry, I'm a loan shark and have nothing to do with slavery."

Du Field offered a cigar and leaned over to light it.

"I heard you have some connections in Elbaf, where timber prices are very high lately. What do you think?"

Ross took a shallow puff of his cigar; he didn't particularly like its overly fiery kick.

"Miracle Island is still under construction. Once the infrastructure is completed, our giant friends will naturally bring things over."

A hint of joy flashed in Feld's eyes, and an undisguised smile appeared on his still young face.

Regardless of what happens next in the deal, at least he's successfully connected with the great pirate Ross!

As for the slave trade...

What does that have to do with him? Those guys who can't pay back their money are "working for him voluntarily."

"I understand, I understand everything. Don't worry, I will definitely bring supplies to support the construction of Miracle Island in a while!"

Ross then smiled and extended his hand.

"Then I wish us a pleasant cooperation, Boss Feld."

"Haha~ It's a pleasure doing business with you, Lord Ross!"

Chapter 50 Unexpected Visitor

Du Feld left happily.

Perospero narrowed his eyes: "Uncle, you don't really believe him, do you?"

“Fu Shen’s business is indeed related to loan sharking, but those who cannot repay their debts are arrested by him under various pretexts.”

“There are very few people in the entire underworld who don’t get involved in the slave trade, except for Morgans.”

Ross picked up the coconut juice and slurped it down.

"All crows are black, and I'm not naive enough to believe what underground merchants say."

"My abilities are limited; the only place I can currently provide shelter for is the place that bears my name."

"Changing the rules of the world is too exaggerated. Let's talk about that when we have the right conditions."

He doesn't believe in the God of Fortune at all.

Cooperation is possible, but it's best to cut off any potential ties. If he finds out, who would dare to say one thing to your face and another behind your back?

Then don't blame him for raising fat sheep only to swallow them whole in the end.

As for the promised resources for the giants...