Even though the gaze was not exaggerated by the aura, the phone bug felt a mountain of pressure. He was so nervous that he even forgot to synchronize the facial features of the caller.
An ordinary phone bug has endured a burden that life should not bear.
Maud held up the phone and did not speak first, but stared at the phone bug with burning eyes.
"Baca D. Maud."
The phone bug opened his mouth and heard an old voice.
Maud was not familiar with the Five Old Stars, so it was difficult to tell which Five Old Stars were responsible for the call by their voices.
But this kind of thing is not important.
"What do you want?"
Maude stared at the phone bug.
Although he knew that Wulaoxing wanted him to go to the Holy Land alone, he still asked the same question as last time.
There was silence on the other side of the phone for about two or three seconds.
Subsequently.
Another voice came from the phone bug: "There will still be some time before the public execution. We will give you a chance to reunite with your brother."
As soon as that voice fell, another voice continued:
"You can only come alone, otherwise..."
The words were not finished, but the threat was full.
The Five Old Stars, who hold high positions and have seen heroes from all walks of life, know very well that men like Maude don't need to talk nonsense.
Therefore, these two sentences can be described as straightforward and crude.
This is a Hongmen Banquet on the table.
Maude stared at the phone bug expressionlessly, but her eyes were sharp, and there was an edge that seemed to spill out of her eyes.
Fujitora tilted his head slightly, his indifferent expression lingering in the field.
Qingzhi frowned slightly, looking away from the phone bug and looking at Maude.
The moment of decision has arrived…
Facing the Hongmen Banquet set up by the Five Old Stars.
What decision will our captain make
Are you taking risks for your loved ones, or are you leading an army to attack the Holy Land
Looking at Mod's past style, Qing Pheasant has actually guessed the answer.
Otherwise he would not be worried.
Long looked at Maud with calm eyes, also waiting for Maud's decision.
The banquet hall was suddenly so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.
Maud stared into the phone bug's eyes.
After a while, he responded to Wu Laoxing's words in a tone without any emotion.
"Okay, I'll go."
“…”
After hearing Maude's words, the phone bug remained silent, looking directly at Maude with a pair of big eyes.
It was as if the five old stars on the other end of the call could see Maud.
They are quite confident about the Hongmen Banquet this time.
Because in their view, Maud himself was the kind of man who would do anything for his loved ones and companions.
But they didn't expect that Mod would be so straightforward, without even mentioning any conditions.
Fujitora frowned slightly when he heard Mod's answer.
Qing Pheasant looked at Maude and sighed softly in his heart.
Long's face remained calm and he did not show his emotions.
In fact, he was disappointed with Maud's choice.
The phone bug was silent for about ten seconds, and then the voice of Wulaoxing came out.
"Good, you made a good decision."
"Because it is you, we will personally bring Moyo to you."
"Finally, we need to remind you."
"Time waits for no one."
The voices of the five old stars came out one after another.
Then, without giving Maude a chance to respond, she hung up the phone.
Judging from their reactions and words, it was obvious that they understood Maud's character of personally taking risks for his brother.
"Ah."
Looking at the phone caller who was hastily hung up, Maude spread her hands and said, "Why do you feel like you're running away after saying harsh words?"
After saying that, Maude turned her head to look at Qing Pheasant and teased in a relaxed tone:
"Kuzan, you have been a general for so many years, so you should have had many contacts with the Five Old Stars, so these old guys are the real Five Old Stars, right?"
"Ah la la."
Qingzhi scratched his cheek with his finger and said with a wry smile: "Captain, you are still in the mood to joke after things like this..."
"Don't be so serious. This matter... is not as serious as you think."
Maude covered the microphone, squinted his eyes and said, "Originally, I thought Wulaoxing would make an excessive request for me to wear sea-stone handcuffs, but now it seems that they are very measured."
"Do you really want to go?"
Qing Pheasant stared at Maud.
Maude slowly put away her smile and her eyes were cold.
"I have to go."
When he spoke, his sharp edge was evident.
The amazing aura has substance.
Fujitora and Ryuu's hearts were slightly condensed.
He wanted to persuade her, but at this moment he took his thoughts back.
They knew that Maud had made up his mind, and no amount of persuasion could change the outcome.
"You messed up the plan, Maude."
Long's expression was always as calm as water, but when he spoke, he deliberately released a hint of dissatisfaction.
Maude looked at Long and said calmly:
"Plans are meant to be disrupted."
“…”
... ... ..
The revolutionary army called back elite soldiers from all over the world.
Since the Holy Land is at the top of the Red Continent, the firepower equipped with each ship is meaningless.
The focus is still on people.
And it can only be elite soldiers and strong generals.
So the dragon carefully selected 20,000 people.
Everyone is an elite among the elite and is well-equipped with weapons.
As for Mod, in addition to the Nine Snakes Pirates, there are also nearly 5,000 New World Pirates who have come to seek refuge in the near future.
In order to allow the fishmen to mobilize some troops, after properly arranging the revolutionary army, Mod went to the Dragon Palace on Fishman Island to visit Neptune alone.
Faced with Maude's request.
Neptune agreed without hesitation.
He couldn't find a reason to refuse, but he had countless reasons to assist Maude.
Besides—
According to Mod's request, the fishmen warriors do not need to go to the red earth continent, they only need to fight near the red port.
Compared with the main forces that want to invade the Holy Land, the risks that the fishmen warriors need to bear are too low.
"Mr. Maude, I heard... you want to go to the Holy Land alone?"
Neptune asked cautiously after agreeing to Maud's request.
Maude looked at Neptune, raised her eyebrows and said, "You are quite well-informed. Yes, I do want to go to the Holy Land."
"This is irrational."
Neptune has a very deep understanding of the evils of human beings.
He didn't think Maud's trip would change anything.
"I know."
Maud nodded slowly.
"But I have a reason why I have to go."
“…”
Neptune was silent, then sighed after a moment.
Having had similar experiences, he sympathized with Maud's current situation.
If it were him, he would have made the same decision even though he knew it was irrational.
"Lord Maud..."
Bai Xing's voice suddenly came from behind the palace screen.
Her huge body moved out from behind the screen little by little, and a deep look of worry appeared in her blue, gem-like eyes.
"Princess Shirahoshi."
Maud looked at Bai Xing and smiled: "Don't worry about me."
"Then I... want to help you."
Bai Xing lowered his head and bit his lip.
She wanted to do something for Maud, but she also knew that she couldn't help Maud at all.
"Thanks."
Maud smiled and thanked her, but didn't mention anything about helping.
If Shirahoshi awakens...
Then he would not hesitate to let Shirahoshi participate in this war and be responsible for dispatching the Sea Kings to block the navy's support routes.
But Shirahoshi didn't wake up.
Now she is worse than a fishman warrior.
Not to mention having zero effect, it would be troublesome if captured.
After rejecting Bai Xing's offer to help, Mod changed the subject and told Bai Xing some interesting stories.
He stayed in Ryugu Castle until late at night before saying goodbye to Shirahoshi and Neptune.
Returning to the top island, Maud pushed open the castle door.
Before I walked in, I saw everyone headed by Sunny waiting in the hall for a long time.