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The exorbitant price of 1 billion berries immediately elevated Hoenn Community to a higher tier. It put immense pressure on the pirates with less money.
They truly wanted to live there!
"Now, I announce!"
Daichi clapped his hands.
Two massive banners unfurled from the ceiling on both sides of the podium, displaying Hoenn Community's opening prices!
"For the villa area, each villa is priced at 100 million berries!"
"For residential units, each unit is priced at 10 million berries!"
Shocking prices!
The pirates felt their wallets tighten.
Such high prices clearly exceeded their expectations.
Outside, a two-story residential building only cost about 1 million berries. If it was a single residential unit, the price would be even lower.
But they didn't think it was wrong.
The high price wasn't the housing's problem—it was their problem!
The gates of Hoenn Community bore the symbols of the Beast Pirates and Whitebeard Pirates, protected by two Yonko crews. As long as they could live there, their safety was absolutely guaranteed.
Safety!
The most luxurious thing in the world!
The comfortable living environment also made them yearn for it immensely.
But that wasn't all!
Whitebeard! Underworld Emperors!
How honorable to live alongside such important figures! With their current status, it was usually difficult to even meet these people.
As long as they moved in, they would rise above others!
They weren't just buying a house—they were buying safety and higher status!
"I want to buy!"
A pirate excitedly stood up!
Even if he had to sell his pirate ship, he would move in!
"I want one too!"
"Me too!"
Among the pirates present, many were well-known captains. Ten million berries was easily affordable for them.
Receiving an invitation itself indicated a certain level of capability.
In an instant, the pirates frantically scrambled to purchase.
They couldn't afford or were reluctant to buy villas, but they could grit their teeth and buy residential units. At this moment, everyone was rushing to buy. If they hesitated any longer, it would be too late for regrets!
"No pushing! Please line up in an orderly fashion!"
"Limited to one unit per person!"
"A deposit of 500,000 berries is required for pre-purchase!"
Daichi held the microphone, maintaining order. His heart burst with joy.
Hoenn Community had a total of 1,000 units, and only 500 people were invited this time. This batch was only intended to sell 500 units.
After a month or two, using these pirates' testimonials for advertising, the remaining half would be sold at an increased price!
The price should increase by 30%—no, 70%!
The property management fees couldn't be reduced either!
He was truly wickedly clever!
"Stussy, let's go."
Daichi wrapped his arm around Stussy's waist, heading toward the Underworld Emperors' dining table. The buying frenzy in the hall was too intense. They needed a quieter place to discuss matters.
Moments later, in the VIP room:
"Kwahahaha, Mr. Daichi, I want to buy a villa. When I retire later, I might come here to live."
"And us too."
The important figures generously opened their wallets, each purchasing a villa. Though they weren't for living in.
They were for building relationships.
One hundred million berries was substantial, but nothing to them.
Facilitating cooperation was the key.
Only Morgans genuinely bought one for personal use. His base of operations was a flying ship, and he didn't own any islands. Cooperation wasn't a factor for him.
He bought it for vacations.
Hachinosu was a pirate paradise, never lacking in news. With a safe place to stay, he could visit often in the future.
"Everyone is too kind."
Daichi beamed with satisfaction.
Including money from the villa area, he would earn 7 billion berries in the first wave. Subsequent house sales would bring nearly 10 billion more. Additionally, continuous property management fees and rent from facilities like the commercial street would generate significant annual income.
The cost was less than 2 billion berries, primarily for purchasing building materials, transportation, decoration, and furnishings.
And this was just one Hoenn Community!
Of course, Hachinosu's status was special, so earnings would naturally be higher. Building communities on other islands wouldn't fetch such high prices. Two or three times normal housing prices would be appropriate.
Even so, it meant huge profits.
Moreover, he felt his Haki continuously growing at this moment. The booming sales of Hoenn Community were undoubtedly a strong start, making him even more confident in his chosen path.
He could already foresee the future: soon, he would become the Real Estate King of the New World.
Then, he would expand worldwide!
Umit spoke first: "Mr. Daichi, I would like to invite you to build a Hoenn Community on my islands as well."
"No problem!"
Daichi nodded with a smile.
"Mr. Umit, I also have business I'd like to discuss with you."
"Deep Ocean Current" Umit, king of the marine transportation industry, could easily navigate the New World's harsh environment. That alone demonstrated his powerful capabilities.
Even the Yonko couldn't do that!
Professional matters should be left to professionals!
The real estate industry relies heavily on transportation. Not every island was like Wano Country, which lacked nothing.
Timber, stone, steel, and more.
These comprised the bulk of transportation costs.
As his real estate holdings grew, transporting materials between islands would also need professional handling.
Not just Umit—every person present was a king in their respective field. This was the most important reason they could grow and thrive in the gaps between the Yonko.
The Yonko could not replace them.
Daichi checked the time and stood up. "I have something else to attend to. You can discuss specific cooperation matters with Stussy. She's now fully responsible for our Groudon Company's operations."
"Alright."
The Underworld Emperors nodded in agreement.
Comparatively, discussing cooperation with the familiar Stussy would be easier for them. Even if Stussy was a woman who consumed people without leaving bones.
Establishing a Hoenn Community in their territories also benefited them. The biggest advantage was ensuring safety for high-ranking individuals and their assets. Secondly, it built connections with the Beast Pirates.
Although they were Underworld Emperors, they lacked sufficient power to deter increasingly wild pirates. They greatly needed the reputation of the Beast Pirates and Whitebeard Pirates.
Just like facing Big Mom.
They enthusiastically attended her tea parties every year.
Ultimately, they still needed the Yonko's protection.
Daichi went to the next room and greeted the division commanders.
"Marco, Ace, and all the commanders."
"Mr. Daichi."
Everyone greeted him.
Daichi looked at their inquisitive eyes, smiling as he produced keys. "Marco hasn't told you yet, has he?
It's like this—not only Mr. Whitebeard, but I've also prepared a villa for each of you."
"A villa?"
The commanders were surprised, their expressions tense.
They couldn't afford it!
"Don't worry, it's free!"
Daichi laughed heartily, tossing keys to the commanders.
"You are shareholders. Not only does each of you get a villa, but also a share of profits from this house sale. Let me calculate...
Hmm, it's probably about 2 billion berries!"
"2 billion berries?!"
The commanders' mouths dropped open in shock.
Two billion berries—how much money was that?!
They couldn't gather that much in a year!
Daichi's eyes narrowed slightly.
"And there's more. Every year from now on, you'll receive dividends. It's not too much, just five or six hundred million berries."
"Five or six hundred million!"
And he calls that not too much?
The commanders' minds went blank.
Two billion in funds, each person getting a villa worth 100 million berries, plus annual dividends of five or six hundred million.
Were they dreaming?
They had never been this wealthy in their lives!
Jozu held his diamond head.
"Marco, I'm dizzy. Quick, check on me!"
"No need to check. I'm dizzy too."
Marco was also feeling lightheaded.
He hadn't expected to receive so much money. The Whitebeard Pirates couldn't even plunder 2 billion berries from enemy ships in a year of sailing!
How would they spend all this money!
Daichi shook his head speechlessly.
Just this little bit of money, and they're already dizzy like this. They truly were country bumpkins who hadn't seen the world.
Heh, welcome to the world of the wealthy.
"Oh, right, Marco."
Daichi looked at Marco.
"I'd like to meet Whitebeard and discuss something with him!"
"Right here in Hoenn Community!"