Chapter 143: The Government's Reaction
"So, it really was the King's Fist?"
On the way back to Fish-Man Island, Tesoro asked.
"Yeah."
Brett nodded. Tesoro knew about this, so there was no need to hide it from him.
"Hiss—"
Tesoro sucked in a sharp breath.
He was well-traveled and had a clear understanding of the strong figures across the seas.
"Is that technique really so powerful?"
Tesoro said in amazement.
At least in the instant he threw that punch, Brett had possessed power approaching the top level of the seas!
Incredible! Truly incredible!
To think there was such a powerful technique in the world!
He couldn't help but lick the corner of his mouth as he looked at Brett.
"Don't even think about it."
Brett smiled meaningfully. "Did you forget the limitations of this technique?"
"Tch."
Tesoro clicked his tongue in displeasure. Missing out on such a powerful technique was naturally quite regrettable.
So why could Brett use it? Wasn't it supposed to require the special constitution passed down through generations of the Elizabello royal family?
Of course, Tesoro didn't voice this question - he had no intention of prying into his friend's secrets.
"But Brett, this makes me even more confused,"
Tesoro said with puzzlement. "Shouldn't such a technique be used as a trump card?"
"The problem is, neither Zephyr who saw that technique, nor the government higher-ups who heard his report, know that it's my trump card," Brett said with a smile.
Tesoro was momentarily stunned, then burst into laughter. "I see! So that's what you're planning, you clever bastard!"
This world only respected the strong. Even the World Government, even the Five Elders, after realizing that Brett from the depths possessed strength comparable to the Marine Admirals, couldn't afford to show him the slightest disrespect.
A powerhouse of this level was enough to make the World Government wary, forcing the Five Elders to consider whether the government could bear the consequences of making him an enemy.
Not to mention Brett was also a fish-man.
Brett firmly believed that for the government, his deterrent power was now more than sufficient.
They could abandon Black Arm Zephyr for White Beard II, so what about for himself?
As long as he didn't completely break ties with the government, no matter how excessive his demands, their first reaction would probably be to try to compromise and satisfy him.
Wasn't this better than keeping that technique hidden?
As for whether his bluff would be exposed, Brett didn't care.
So what if it was exposed?
Would the government really break ties with him over that?
Moreover, Brett firmly believed that even if his current strength hadn't reached that level yet, it probably wouldn't take much longer.
Nothing else - just learning advanced Armament Haki alone would bring another leap in his power.
While he was returning to Fish-Man Island, in another part of the New World, within the royal palace of the country occupied by the Donquixote Family.
Doflamingo received contact from his subordinate.
"That Brett guy saved Black Arm Zephyr?"
Doflamingo said with a bewildered expression. "What do you mean?"
He couldn't understand it. When had a monster like Black Arm Zephyr fallen to the point of needing rescue from Brett?
The voice on the phone was deep and carried a sense of powerful strength. "Zephyr's recruit ship was attacked by pirates. The Five Elders had Brett, who was nearby, go provide support."
"Apparently in the battle against the pirates, Brett displayed extraordinary power that shocked the entire headquarters."
"I see."
Doflamingo's brow furrowed.
So Brett had become even more powerful?
"Anyway, Doffy, if you still want to be enemies with that guy, you need to be more careful."
"I know. You be careful to hide your identity too - don't let the Marines discover our connection."
The call ended, and Doflamingo fell into contemplation.
Just how strong was strength that would make the entire Marine Headquarters take notice?
What was certain was that it would definitely be more powerful than what he'd shown before.
And probably much more powerful.
That guy was only nineteen this year, right?
This kind of talent—
"Fufufufu, if that's the case, this is getting quite troublesome."
Doflamingo's smile grew even brighter.
The conflict between that guy and himself was beyond any possibility of reconciliation.
So naturally, the stronger Brett became, the more passive his own position would be.
"I need to deal with that guy as soon as possible."
Doflamingo muttered to himself.
If he delayed any longer, that guy would only get stronger, and he would have even less room to maneuver.
He had to hurry.
But relying solely on the Donquixote Family's power to eliminate Brett was absolutely impossible.
The battle that night a year ago had thoroughly demonstrated the power balance between them.
He could only rely on the Beasts Pirates.
But the key problem was that Brett also had the Charlotte Family backing him, and while Kaido seemed rough and bold, he was surprisingly rational.
That bastard would never go to war with the Charlotte Family just for him.
So—
"Do I still need to drive a wedge between Brett and Charlotte Linlin first?"
And he had to accelerate the timeline.
Fortunately, the relationship between Brett and the Charlotte Family wasn't very solid to begin with.
"Fufufufu, I guess I'll personally visit Cake Island next."
On Brett's side, he naturally had no idea what Doflamingo was planning.
He and Tesoro had already returned to Fish-Man Island. Tesoro immediately threw himself into the film production work, while Brett naturally continued his own work.
However, soon he received contact from the Five Elders.
"Excellent work this time, Brett,"
The voice of Saint Mars on the snail conveyed unprecedented enthusiasm.
"You saved Zephyr's life, and the government has decided to reward you for this assistance."
Brett smiled. "Is that so? Then I'm looking forward to it. How has the government decided to reward me?"
Look at that - the Five Elders' goodwill had arrived, hadn't it?
For the Five Elders, the current Brett was completely different from the previous Brett.
"You're quite fond of technology, aren't you? Then the government will provide Fish-Man Island with another batch of practical technologies that will at least allow Fish-Man Island's industries to take another step forward."
"Additionally, Fish-Man Island's manufacturing industry has developed to quite a scale now, but you rely heavily on imports for materials, and exporting goods must also be somewhat troublesome, right?"
Saint Mars said with a smile. "Let the government help you solve these two problems."
"Whether it's materials or product exports, the government can help you resolve both."
"I see, then I'm truly grateful."
Brett said with a smile.
"Remember, Brett, the government is Fish-Man Island's greatest support and your best partner!"
Saint Mars emphasized this point.
"Of course."
Brett played along diplomatically.
"So, let's upgrade our cooperation! Brett, we have a proposal."
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