Time flew by, and two days later.
Based on the intelligence he received, Cage arrived at the arms deal location ahead of schedule and set up an ambush.
The border region of the Kano Country was a desolate desert.
Perhaps because they were so accustomed to having no one to worry about, the two parties didn't even bother with basic concealment when they met.
Besides, this was a deserted wasteland with no people, so there was naturally nothing to fear.
"I've been waiting for you scoundrels." Cage was hidden in a spot in the desert, wearing camouflage the same color as the sand. His high-grade disguise made him practically one with the environment; without a close look, he was completely undetectable.
To ensure his plan wouldn't fail, Cage had secretly snuck over last night, resting alone in the desert for a long time.
"Is that Sai? He's much younger than I imagined." Cage watched the Happo Navy's side. A young man with dark skin, a rugged face, and a broad build soon appeared. Everyone followed behind him, and his confident strides exuded the aura of a leader.
As for the group making the deal with the Happo Navy, Cage didn't pay them much mind at first. There were too many arms-dealing thugs in the chaotic New World, and he didn't recognize any of them.
But...
"Isn't that one of the Warlord Doflamingo's subordinates?!" Cage's pupils widened slightly, a hint of shock and uncertainty in his voice.
Indeed, the arms dealer making the transaction with the Happo Navy was a pirate from the Donquixote Family. Cage recognized the individual because he was highly distinguishable—Trebol!
"I can't believe Doflamingo is the arms dealer for the Happo Navy. This is going to be troublesome."
Cage's brows furrowed deeply. According to the rules, Marines weren't allowed to attack the Warlords, and that included their subordinates.
But... rules were rules. Cage was inexplicably unhappy because those weapons would be used to fight the Marines.
"And these idiots from the Happo Navy... this is clearly letting a wolf into the house. Doflamingo can sell weapons to the Happo Navy now, and he can sell them to your enemies later. They don't even realize who they're colluding with." Cage sneered inwardly. The Donquixote Family would do anything for money.
This was exactly what happened in the future; Doflamingo not only sold weapons to the Kano Country but also to its enemies, causing both sides to slaughter each other. Later, Chinjao would personally travel to Dressrosa over this matter.
"I'll kill all of you. With no witnesses, no one will know it was me." Cage's heart hardened, and he decisively aimed his rifle at Trebol.
"Take a look. These weapons are very practical in the New World. The price is the same as always, 300 million Berries. But the Young Master said the Happo Navy is a loyal customer of the Donquixote Family, so we can give you a 20% discount. 240 million Berries will be enough," the filthy Trebol said, ordering his subordinates to open the crates.
Creak~
When the crates were opened, what was revealed were various firearms and even some poison gas bombs.
In this world where human life was cheaper than weeds, and people were driven mad by killing, any method was fair game. Weapons of mass destruction like poison gas bombs were commonplace.
"It seems even better than last time."
Seeing the gleaming new weapons, Sai nodded in satisfaction. He glanced at his subordinates behind him, who immediately began carrying the crates away.
BANG!!!
The moment the Happo Navy members lifted the crates, a muffled gunshot rang out.
Boom boom boom!!!
The shot hit the crate of weapons squarely. The massive force instantly blew the metal crate into fragments, and the various weapons and ammunition inside exploded. Many people were killed on the spot.
But that wasn't the most fatal part.
Because the crates also contained lethal poison gas, a purple cloud of mist shot into the air when it was blown up.
"Damn it! Why did the crate suddenly explode?" Sai said painfully, clutching his left cheek. The fire from the explosion had scorched half his face.
"Didn't you hear the gunshot, you idiot? We've been ambushed!" Trebol was furious, his voice raging. "You morons must have leaked the information."
Thud, thud...
The quality of the poison gas bombs was clearly excellent. People collapsed one after another, foaming at the mouth, which saved Cage a lot of trouble.
Even Trebol's head felt dizzy, and his body swayed. He knew this was a sign of poisoning.
"You dare to oppose our Donquixote Family and ruin my deal? I'll never forgive you!"
Trebol's eyes turned red. He suppressed his discomfort and started walking toward Cage's location. He knew he was probably being aimed at, so he covered all his vital points with Armament Haki.
"You think that level of Armament Haki is enough to stop me?"
Cage scoffed. He aimed his rifle at Trebol again. This fool was basically walking straight into his death.
BANG!!!
A gunshot rang out, and the bullet flew directly toward Trebol.
"Behehehe..."
The moment the shot was fired, Trebol stopped and let out a contemptuous laugh. Through his Observation Haki, he sensed the bullet was aimed at his head.
Trebol calmly coated his head with Armament Haki, saying leisurely, "A mere bullet, in front of my Armament Haki, is nothing but a puff of..."
BANG!!!
Trebol was killed on the spot, his head exploding. He had no chance to fight back and didn't even know what had happened in his final moments.
Cage gave Trebol's body a brief glance, then aimed his rifle at Sai. He wasn't concerned with the likes of Trebol; after all, this was a matter of a difference in power level!
Today... no one was to be left alive.
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