Cheng Xiaoyu and his group stepped off the Shadow, immediately attracting the attention of the town's residents.
After all, a flying ship was simply too rare.
"Wow! Look, what's that?" A child pointed at the Shadow in the sky, shouting in surprise.
"It's a ship! It's actually flying in the sky!"
"Could it be the legendary Sky Ship?"
The residents discussed animatedly, full of curiosity about Cheng Xiaoyu and his group.
Cheng Xiaoyu ignored the surrounding gazes and stepped onto the streets of the City of Spring Queen, a bustling atmosphere washing over him.
On both sides of the street, shops lined up, and the sounds of people were deafening.
"Captain, the clothes here all look so ordinary," Eneru pouted with some dissatisfaction, "Are there any more extravagant ones? Like those decorated with gold?"
Cheng Xiaoyu glared at him in annoyance: "Clothes made of gold? Are you planning to wear them to show off your wealth? Keep a low profile!"
Just then, a slightly hoarse singing voice reached Cheng Xiaoyu's ears.
"Oh, my sun, you shine on me..."
Following the sound, he saw several men in suits performing opera vigorously at the street corner.
Their expressions were exaggerated, and their movements comical, drawing many passersby to stop and watch.
The corner of Cheng Xiaoyu's mouth twitched slightly.
Why did these guys look so familiar?
Upon closer inspection, Cheng Xiaoyu's eyes widened instantly.
"What the f*ck?!"
Weren't those some members of CP9?!
The tall Kaku was seen performing vigorously, transformed into a giraffe.
By the city wall, a woman with long golden hair, delicate features, and a pair of captivating long legs was diligently cleaning the city wall by creating bubbles.
A faint smile adorned her face, making her appear very kind and amiable.
It was Kalifa, the only female member of CP9!
Speaking of which, Kalifa had three treasures.
Glasses, black stockings, and bubble-blowing!
Goodness, what an exquisite mature woman!
Most striking was the owl, who was holding a tattered wooden bowl, collecting donations from the surrounding people!
It was understandable that CP9, abandoned by the World Government after the Battle of Enies Lobby, had now fallen to street performing.
"It seems they need money," Cheng Xiaoyu stroked his chin, a playful glint flashing in his eyes.
"Captain, what do you plan to do?" Moriah's Shadow asked tentatively.
"The enemy of my enemy is my friend," Cheng Xiaoyu's lips curved slightly upward, "Since they are currently being hunted by the Marine, we might as well give them a hand."
Cheng Xiaoyu, of course, knew the potential of these CP9 members; Lucci and Kaku would awaken their Devil Fruit abilities in the near future.
Cheng Xiaoyu walked directly towards Kaku, who was performing vigorously, took out a wad of Berries, and put them into the owl's broken bowl.
Roughly estimated, there were at least 100,000 Berries!
"Thank you! Thank you very much!"
Seeing someone so generous, the few of them repeatedly expressed their gratitude.
With this money, they would have enough to nurse Lucci's injuries here.
When they looked up and saw Cheng Xiaoyu's face, their expressions immediately changed, and they instinctively assumed a fighting stance.
"It's you! Shadow Pirates, Cheng Xiaoyu!" Kaku said through gritted teeth, his eyes filled with vigilance and hostility.
Although they had not seen Cheng Xiaoyu himself, the man in front of them looked exactly like the person in the bounty poster!
"Don't be nervous, I'm not here to fight."
Cheng Xiaoyu raised his hands, indicating he had no ill intentions.
"I just wanted to ask, is this money enough? If not, I can give you more?"
In the Battle of Enies Lobby, Lucci was severely wounded and was now on the verge of death, desperately needing a large amount of medical expenses.
"Why are you helping us?" Kaku asked cautiously, unable to believe that this pirate with a 500 million Berries bounty would suddenly extend a helping hand.
"The enemy of my enemy is my friend," Cheng Xiaoyu replied indifferently.
"Although you might return to the World Government's organization in the future, you are currently being hunted, aren't you?"
Hearing this, the expressions of the CP9 members all changed.
Cheng Xiaoyu took out a large wad of Berries from his pocket and threw it to Kaku, "There's about one million Berries here, enough for Lucci's medical expenses."
Kaku stared blankly at the money in his hand, momentarily unsure what to say.
"Take it, consider it my investment in you," Cheng Xiaoyu revealed a wicked smile, "Perhaps in the future, we'll have opportunities to cooperate."
Kaku gave Cheng Xiaoyu a deep look and finally accepted the money.
Right now, they really needed money!
One million wasn't a lot, but its value lay in being help in a time of need!
Moreover, if they continued to perform openly to earn money, their whereabouts would soon be exposed and discovered by Marine's informants, which would be troublesome.
"Can you tell us, what is your purpose?" Kaku asked in a deep voice.
"My purpose is simple," a cold glint flashed in Cheng Xiaoyu's eyes.
"That is to obtain ONE PIECE and then overthrow this world!"
Hearing this shocking declaration, the members of CP9 couldn't help but gasp.
They hadn't expected this man's ambition to be so vast!
"What do you need us to do?"
"Nothing, just be yourselves."
After Cheng Xiaoyu finished speaking, he turned and left.
Afterward, Cheng Xiaoyu and his group continued to wander around the town.
It was a rare opportunity to visit a new island, so they naturally wanted to relax and replenish some supplies.
"Captain, what do you think of this shirt?"
Moriah's Shadow held up a floral shirt, waving it in front of him.
Cheng Xiaoyu glanced at it, frowning in distaste: "Are you sure this thing wasn't stripped off some clown?"
Moriah's Shadow shrank his neck in an aggrieved manner, then picked up a black T-shirt with a skull print: "Then how about this one?"
"A little better, but still too flashy," Cheng Xiaoyu shook his head, "Low-key, understand?"
Ultimately, Cheng Xiaoyu chose a simple plain black cloak for himself.
It could conceal his identity and maintain a sense of mystery.
Cheng Xiaoyu then turned his gaze to Kuina.
Since joining the Shadow Pirates, this girl had grown incredibly fast, and her original clothes were now too small.
"How about this one?" Kuina held up a light blue dress, holding it against herself.
"Very pretty," Cheng Xiaoyu nodded, "It suits you well, but you should also buy more clothes that you can wear in combat!"
"Okay, then this one, this one, and this one!"
Kuina looked at herself in the mirror and smiled contentedly.
It had to be said, Kuina had grown quite a bit without realizing it; she couldn't even go to the children's clothing store to buy clothes anymore...
Night.
Cheng Xiaoyu naturally went to the most famous local tavern to relax.
Drinking fine wine and enjoying the company of women—what could be more delightful!
Work-life balance was the right path!
Just then, a charming voice spoke.
"Handsome, may I sit here?"