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The next day—
Whoosh!
Several cloud ships began setting sail.
The Dark Trade had officially launched global trade operations.
Gene Fruits! Weapons! Human trafficking!
Everything.
As long as it made money, the Dark Trade welcomed all deals.
As long as you had the cash, they would do business with you.
Bring the money. Get the deal.
No need to doubt—it had the absolute qualifications to make these transactions.
As for potential trouble?
Heh—That was out of the question.
Daifuku and Oven were no pushovers.
Smack!
Placing a document on the table, Joey's face was cold.
He then narrowed his eyes gently. "Daifuku, are you serious about this?"
"Big brother! I wouldn't joke about something like this!"
"Good."
Joey's expression remained calm. "A mere underground organization dares to covet the Charlotte Family's goods?"
At this moment, Daifuku felt a chill run down his spine.
Everyone knew that while their big brother was usually warm and friendly—like a comforting presence…
But! When he became exceptionally gentle and calm…That was when he was at his most dangerous.
Snap!
Creak!
The door to the study was pushed open, and Cadenza walked in, asking, "Big brother, you called for me?"
Joey smiled. "Cadenza, take 300,000 Biscuit Soldiers and annihilate the newly formed human trafficking organ trade organization. Also, whoever is behind them—be it a nation, an underground emperor, or even a pirate crew—leave no one alive."
Cadenza's expression darkened. "Understood, big brother!"
He turned and left immediately.
Daifuku also stood up. "Big brother! Do you need us—"
Joey waved him off. "No need. You and Oven just focus on managing the Dark Trade. Leave the finer details to the Goblin Tribe; they are far better at business than you are. Just oversee the big picture. You, Oven, and Perospero only need to ensure overall control."
Daifuku nodded at once. "Got it, big brother! Don't worry, we know how to handle things."
With that, he left as well.
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Inside the study, Gion leaned against the wall, arms crossed, her perfect figure highlighted as she watched Joey. She spoke softly, "It's only been half a month, and already someone wants to test the Charlotte Family's strength."
While handling various documents, Joey replied, "It's not surprising. After all, for the past half a month, Totto Land has remained eerily silent. Of course, someone would try to take a shot at us. Who knows? They might actually succeed."
Gion asked, "So, based on your guess, who do you think is behind this?"
Joey casually replied, "There are 18 nations surrounding Totto Land. Some are allies, some are just small countries. But in the end, it doesn't really matter. This just gives me an opportunity."
From beginning to end, Joey remained calm and composed.
But… Gion could hear the terrifying killing intent beneath his calm demeanor.
This man…Never intended to spare those 18 nations.
Or rather…If they behaved, they could survive.
Gion gazed deeply at Joey and whispered, "I always wondered… What does it feel like to be your enemy? Maybe… those who oppose you will only experience endless despair."
Joey looked up at her with a warm smile. "Despair? Nah. I'm a gentle guy. I consider myself quite kind."
And truthfully—
Gion had to admit it.
He really was gentle.
But only toward his family.
When it came to outsiders…
That was where true terror began.
This man never showed mercy.
Instead… He was absolutely ruthless.
Nobody knew what kind of horrors he would unleash.
After all… This was the man who had once dared to kill Celestial Dragons in their homes.
If he wasn't afraid of them, what could possibly scare him?
And to those who had made their move…Their fate was already sealed.
The wrath of the Charlotte Family…
Would be total annihilation.
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