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Wano Country, Onigashima.
"Daichi-sama is back!"
"What?!"
"Go welcome him!"
News of Daichi's return quickly spread throughout Onigashima. Even Queen, who was dancing at the Prisoner Mine, rushed back as soon as he heard.
During the months Daichi was away, the pirates would see big news about him in the newspapers every so often. They went from being initially shocked to eventually becoming numb.
The Beast Pirates hadn't caused so many major incidents in their half-year expedition.
The pride of the entire village—no, the entire crew!
Onigashima's port was packed with pirates, all eagerly waiting. When Groudon appeared in sight, the pirates immediately cheered.
"Daichi! Daichi! Daichi!"
"Yo, quite enthusiastic."
Daichi stood at the bow, reaching out to embrace Speed's waist. The next second, they teleported to the port.
"Eh?!"
The pirates were startled.
Why did Daichi-sama suddenly appear at the port?
He was just on the ship!
Only the executives noticed the abnormality.
"Not moving by speed!"
"Is it a special ability?"
"It looks more like Speed used an ability."
The executives speculated among themselves, and their speculation was quickly confirmed.
Ulti, Page One, and a timid little girl teleported to the port using Speed's ability without waiting for the ship to dock.
Many Headliners were envious and jealous.
Speed had only been promoted recently and was considered at the lower end among Headliners. Yet now she had gained Devil Fruit powers.
How could they not be jealous?
It was obvious that Speed's Devil Fruit must have come from Daichi-sama. They only regretted not boarding Daichi-sama's ship earlier.
Castle third floor, grand banquet hall.
Fine wine and delicious food were already prepared.
"Worororo!"
Looking at the returning Daichi, Kaido laughed happily.
"You brat finally decided to come back!"
"Kaido."
Daichi smiled, picking up a wine pot larger than himself.
"I brought you fine wine!"
"Worororo, that's thoughtful."
Kaido became even happier, raising his right arm.
"Little ones, let the banquet begin!"
"Oh oh oh!"
A banquet to welcome Daichi-sama back!
The executives looked at Daichi, their eyes burning with admiration.
He battled Admiral Kizaru fiercely on Hachinosu, defeated Katakuri at the Hachinosu fighting tournament, and was even called the "Strongest Newcomer" by Whitebeard!
The man before them had already become a legendary figure!
The protagonist of the banquet was Daichi-sama!
"Daichi-sama, we toast to you!"
"Good!"
Daichi drank with everyone. After a round, he put down his wine glass, chatted briefly, then clapped his hands.
The banquet hall immediately quieted.
"Speed, bring the things in."
"Yes!"
Speed softly uttered "move," her body instantly disappearing from the room. In less than three seconds, she reappeared in the center of the hall.
Appearing with her was a square-shaped object taller than herself, covered with burlap, concealing what was inside.
Daichi came to the center and pulled back the burlap.
The neatly stacked berries attracted everyone's attention. Gasps of astonishment rose and fell.
It was all money!
"Here are 10 billion berries!"
Daichi stated calmly. "You should have heard about me building Hoenn Community on Hachinosu."
"These 10 billion berries are the money I earned this time. Well, a part of it."
"Ah?!"
The executives were dumbfounded.
Just building houses earned 10 billion berries?
And it was only part of it?
This was even more impressive than Bakura Town!
Kaido's wine-holding hand trembled. He turned to King beside him. "How much do we earn from selling weapons each year?"
"6 billion berries."
King took a deep breath.
Daichi's money-making ability once again exceeded his understanding. He originally thought the new towns in various regions were Daichi's limit.
He didn't expect something even more impressive.
He earned 10 billion in just three months!
Their weapon trade's net profit was only 6 billion berries annually, less than what Daichi earned alone.
Selling houses was a one-time business, so it could be considered special.
But now, the new towns in various regions could earn at least 5 billion berries in rent for Daichi yearly, plus the Hoenn Community on Hachinosu.
This meant Daichi, just by collecting rent, earned significantly more than the entire Beast Pirates' income.
And this was just the beginning.
If they had known collecting rent was so profitable, why bother producing weapons with such effort? Wouldn't it be better to just collect rent with him?
Speaking of which, many current crew executives had indeed gone to Wano Country to buy villages and were making money collecting rent.
Not much, but enough for personal extravagance.
Daichi patted the money beside him.
"These 10 billion berries are a gift for Kaido!"
"Gift?!"
The executives' eyes widened.
A full 10 billion berries, just given to Kaido like that?
This gesture was too grand!
Kaido was also startled by Daichi's generosity. He looked at Daichi with burning eyes. After a long while, he burst into hearty laughter.
"Worororo, you brat, I don't know what to say."
10 billion berries.
He felt it was too hot to handle!
Daichi gave him this money without batting an eye. Anyone else would definitely be reluctant.
He didn't know how to repay Daichi.
If only he had two daughters!
Daichi crossed his arms.
A mere 10 billion berries was nothing to him. At this stage, the most important thing was developing the company.
He needed Kaido's full support.
"Kaido, shall we go next door?"
"Good!"
Everyone went to the small banquet hall.
Besides Kaido, there were also the All-Stars and the Tobi Roppo. Everyone looked at Daichi with burning eyes.
The money was also moved here.
Daichi sat cross-legged, looking at everyone.
"Kaido, you know about my real estate plan, right?"
"Yes, Ulti has reported it."
Kaido's expression became much more serious.
He had never imagined such a method to expand their influence. Daichi's ingenious ideas truly made him slap his thigh in amazement.
Who's-Who and the others were confused.
"Kaido, what plan?"
"Let Daichi explain. I only half understand it myself."
Kaido shook his head, looking at Daichi.
Daichi nodded, addressing everyone.
"Not long ago, I established Groudon Real Estate Company and built the first pilot community on Hachinosu."
"The effect was very successful."
"Now I have reached agreements with several Underworld Emperors, such as Doflamingo, the Loan Shark King, and Umit, the Deep Ocean Current, to establish communities in their territories."
"After that, my Groudon Company will continue expanding into the New World, until Hoenn Community covers every island in the New World..."
Daichi explained his plan.
"On the surface, we're building communities, but in reality, they're our Beast Pirates' strongholds. We need to invest large numbers of troops and weapons!"
Everyone's expressions gradually changed, from initial confusion to cold sweat. If they could truly achieve what Daichi described, the Beast Pirates' sphere of influence would be the entire New World!
"Two years, at most two years!"
Daichi held up two fingers.
"Pirates are increasing daily, and rapidly rising rookies have appeared in various seas. Such as Trafalgar Law and Hawkins from North Blue, Eustass Kid and Killer from South Blue, and Capone Bege from West Blue."
"In less than two years, these rookies will inevitably flood into the Grand Line, stirring up unimaginable waves."
"These rookies will hardly threaten our Beast Pirates, but quantity leads to quality. They will definitely cause changes in the world's structure, even triggering a contest for the Pirate King's throne!"
"Therefore, we must occupy the New World within two years!"