Pirate Journalist

Chapter 38 The Age of Great Pirates

A week later.

City of Seven Waters.

The square was crowded with people, and most of the people in the city gathered here, but strangely, no sound was made.

Murphy was wearing a white hooded sweater, standing here quietly like Morrie, Tom and others.

There is a large screen directly in front, which is used for some important occasions or broadcasts.

At this point, the screen is on.

All eyes are focused on that.

on the screen.

A man kneels on the execution platform, the knife already resting on his neck.

However, his expression didn't look like a dying person, but like a victor.

He looked at the audience, and said the words that made everyone in the world very excited, and at the same time, Murphy had heard it countless times.

"Do you want my treasure? If you want it, I can give it to you. Go find it! I put all the treasure there."

At this moment, it seemed that the sound of the whole world was blocked.

People gape and gape.

The next moment, there were endless cheers and shouts, and the world seemed to be rioting.

Looking at the excitement of the crowd, Murphy looked calm.

No matter how exciting the scene is, or the historic moment, after watching it countless times, you will not feel it.

It was through the screen before, and this time it is also through the screen, there is no difference.

He turned around silently, and slowly left alone against the crowd.

Roger's execution is indeed a historic event. As a media person, you should not miss it.

It's just that Murphy is different. He has no interest in such a public event, no matter how big it is. After all, it cannot become his exclusive news.

It's better to stay here quietly and recuperate.

He didn't expect that someone would guard him in Rogge.

After a week of self-cultivation, he decided to temporarily stay in the capital of seven waters, and usually write novels. Whenever there is an exclusive news worth reporting, it is not too late to go out for a stroll.

"Brother Murphy, don't you take a look? The impact of One Piece's execution seems to be different from what we thought." Morrie saw Murphy leaving alone, and followed him out.

"Oh, what's the difference?" Murphy asked lightly.

"Everyone thought that the spirit of the pirates would be severely suppressed this time, but I don't think those cheers seem to be celebrating Roger's death." Morrie pushed his glasses and said doubtfully.

"Well, the navy's wishful thinking is wrong. This is the clarion call of the era of great pirates. Many people will join the ranks of pirates, either poor or committing crimes. These people will go after the treasure that Roger said, or... …burned, killed, and looted with this slogan.”

"Hiss, is it so serious? So the capital of seven waters?" Morrie's eyes flashed with fear.

Murphy's words were scary, but with Morrie's knowledge, he also felt that these things would come true.

"As an important stop on the route, it is naturally the hardest-hit area for pirates to plunder, so you have to strengthen yourself, it's not enough to just follow Tom for a living."

"Murphy, given your situation, what are you going to do in this era?"

Murphy didn't speak immediately, but was thinking about something.

After a long time, he suddenly asked Morrie: "By the way, since I've been in contact with you for a while, I found that you have a good relationship with Tom and the others. How did you get to know Tom and the others?"

"When we arrived in the capital of seven waters, we happened to encounter a once-a-year tsunami. In the end, Mr. Tom rescued us." Morrie said with emotion, as if recalling the thrills at that time.

"Oh, you guys have been rescued again!"

"haha, yes."

Morrie laughed and continued: "It just so happened that Tom's studio was short of manpower, so we settled down here. Although we don't know how to build ships, we can help with odd jobs. In addition, Tom's studio is extremely difficult to operate due to some reasons. , and in terms of business, I know a little bit, staying here is mutually beneficial.”

Morrie recounted their experiences, and Murphy finally understood how the two groups got together.

Generally speaking, although there is life-saving grace mixed in here, it is more of mutual benefit.

"Morrie, are you interested in being the mayor of the Seven Waters?" Murphy looked indifferent, as if asking if you had dinner today.

Morrie staggered suddenly and looked at Murphy in surprise.

"I learned about it. If you don't count Tom's studio, there are now seven large shipyards in the capital of seven waters. Because of the gradual decline here, they compete with each other for fewer and fewer customers, and use inferior shipyards. Means are engaged in vicious competition."

Murphy touched his chin and continued: "This makes the situation of the Seven Waters City worse and worse. If all the shipyards can be integrated and Tom's studio is the main one, the Seven Waters City will definitely become more and more prosperous. good."

He didn't finish his sentence. Tom proposed the sea train plan in the mobile court a few days later. If the resources of the entire city can be integrated for research and development, the progress will undoubtedly be accelerated.

Once the sea train is successfully manufactured and the problems of purchase and customer source are solved, the capital of seven waters will surely develop rapidly with each passing day.

Morrie frowned, thought for a while, and then said: "There are many problems in this step, but it is indeed a feasible strategy, but what good will it do for you? Or... do you hope to borrow With my hand, control the capital of the seven waters?"

Morrie knew that Murphy must have a reason for wanting the unification of the Seven Waters, and it was impossible for the capital of the Seven Waters to be good for no reason.

"It's comfortable to talk to smart people. You just asked me, what are you going to do in this era! I'm not a passive person. Since I have a conflict with the Tianlong people, I either don't do it, or I do it absolutely. You understand my point mean?"

Morrie fell silent for a moment, as if preparing words.

"Brother Murphy, please forgive me for not agreeing to such a dangerous matter. If I only need to face this risk alone, it is actually not a big problem, but this matter involves the crew with me and Tom. Against the Celestial Dragons, we will be completely annihilated, and this will kill them."

Morrie stuttered a bit when he said it. After all, he had been saying that he wanted to repay his kindness, but now he refused when faced with the request.

However, repaying kindness does not mean blind obedience. Morrie does not represent him alone, but a small group, which even involves another benefactor of theirs.

So he can't agree.

Murphy smiled softly: "But I didn't say that you need to deal with the Tianlong people, let alone that I will control the capital of seven waters now."

"Ah? You just..."

"If you agree easily, it can only mean that you are perfunctory to me. I dare not use you. After all, this matter is too dangerous and involves too many aspects."

Murphy narrowed his eyes, and continued: "I don't want you to directly oppose the world government. You just need to develop with peace of mind. Even if you become a government shipyard, it will be fine. This will only benefit you and the capital of seven waters. But One day in the future, when I need it, this will be my shipyard again."

"When is that day? Given your situation, the flames of war will still spread here!"

"No, I will be extremely powerful at that time, and no one will be able to touch this place." Murphy's eyes showed a firm gaze, which was unparalleled confidence.

He looked at Morrie and said, "You don't have to answer me in a hurry, you can think about it slowly."

Murphy believed Murray would eventually say yes.

It's not because he is in favor of Mori, but because of the huge benefits in it.

Just relying on a heart of gratitude, faith cannot last, but the benefits are eternal.

"Don't think about it. You have already considered us very carefully. The danger is not great and the benefits are considerable. I have no reason to refuse." Morrie replied after pondering for a while.

Murphy smiled lightly.

Just substantial benefits?

Morrie didn't know what Tom planned for the city, so he didn't understand how bright the city would be in the future.

He patted Morrie on the shoulder and said, "Let's go, a new era is coming, let's welcome it together!"

The two of them were facing the sun, walking on the empty street, the breeze was blowing, and the shadows dragged long and long on the ground.

(End of this chapter)