Chapter 153: Advice to Tyrant Kuma
Kuma was quite anxious, but he still didn't disturb Emperor Kael while he was eating, quietly watching him finish his breakfast.
"Emperor Kael, what future are you talking about? Can you really see the future?"
Seeing that Emperor Kael had almost finished eating, Kuma immediately spoke up. Nothing was more important than Bonney's safety and future.
"If you were to have your memories erased by Vegapunk, your daughter would go out to sea to find you, no matter the cost. Her ability is not simple; not only can she defeat the CP agents guarding her, but after going out to sea and becoming a pirate, she can also become a Supernova. To avenge you, she will go to Egghead Island and clash with Admiral Kizaru, and even the Gorosei..."
"You two, father and daughter, sigh~"
Emperor Kael looked at Kuma and spoke unhurriedly, letting out a slow sigh, as if lamenting the fate of Kuma and his daughter.
"Bonney..."
Kuma's heart tightened, and his fists clenched audibly. Is this the future for him and Bonney? Given Bonney's personality and temper, it was indeed possible that she would go out to sea for him, just as Emperor Kael said. She wouldn't obediently stay and grow up in the Sorbet Kingdom.
What should he do? If he defied Saint Saturn, he wouldn't be able to save Bonney. And after his 'death,' no one would protect Bonney. If Bonney clashed with Kizaru and Saint Saturn, then Bonney would definitely be in trouble.
At this moment, Kuma's heart was completely in disarray. If Bonney was destined to be in trouble, what was the point of everything he had done?
"Can the future... be changed?" Kuma asked Emperor Kael in a dry voice, his tone filled with helplessness.
Fujitora and Ryokugyu listened, not fully understanding, but they could tell that this Warlord of the Sea's daughter was in the hands of the World Government. So Kuma became a Warlord because he was threatened? Fujitora sighed in his heart. No wonder he felt a pure aura of kindness from Kuma; this person didn't seem like a bad guy at all.
Ryokugyu also learned for the first time that someone could be forced to become a Warlord. This Kuma was a bit unlucky. He possessed great strength, yet he was threatened and controlled. It was better to join the Goa Empire; as long as you have strength, you can become a noble Hereditary Title.
"The future, of course, can be changed," Emperor Kael looked at Kuma calmly.
"Your Majesty, please teach me! What do you need, Your Majesty?" Kuma quickly pressed. Now he not only had to find a way to completely heal Bonney but also to ensure she grew up safely.
"I need your blood, and also the permanent Log Poses and coordinates of some islands you've visited." Emperor Kael slowly put forward his small requests.
"I'll give them!" Kuma agreed to Emperor Kael's request without hesitation.
Anyway, he had already been researched and cloned by Vegapunk, so he didn't mind having his blood drawn by Emperor Kael again. Did Emperor Kael also want to clone him, the last descendant of the Buccaneer race, to create a combat legion like the Pacifista?
Kuma quickly drew a sample of his blood and gave it to Emperor Kael, even cutting off a piece of muscle tissue, showing his utmost effort. He also copied a large number of island coordinates from his Bible records for Emperor Kael. As for some of the permanent Log Poses he had created, he would need to return to get them before he could give some to Emperor Kael.
Emperor Kael was very satisfied with Kuma's cooperation.
"Actually, after Bonney completed her treatment with Vegapunk, her body had already mostly recovered. The subsequent recovery treatment back in Sorbet Kingdom was just a pretext by the World Government to deceive you; those doctors and nurses taking care of Bonney were basically CP agents. Their only purpose was to make you obedient."
"So, to change the future, you'd best find an opportunity to use your Paw-Paw Fruit ability to quickly send Bonney to a safe place, getting her out of the CP agents' control. And you, too, can be free from Saint Saturn's threat and refuse the memory erasure surgery and experiments."
Emperor Kael looked at the honest Kuma and mused inwardly. This guy was still too honest, actually being manipulated by a CP agent. But then again, Kuma still thought Bonney hadn't fully recovered, which was why he continued to be threatened by Saint Saturn and CP agents.
"This..."
Kuma didn't expect changing his fate to be so simple. This wouldn't implicate Dr. Vegapunk, would it?
"You must be decisive and firm; quickly take down those CP agents masquerading as doctors and nurses. If you show even a hint of hesitation, Bonney will be captured by the CP agents and used to threaten you. They might even truly kill Bonney."
Emperor Kael looked at the hesitant Kuma and sighed again. Indeed, character determines destiny. Even though Kuma possessed a powerful Buccaneer physique and the Paw-Paw Fruit ability, he still lived such a tragic life.
"I understand!"
Kuma spoke firmly; he wouldn't let Bonney get into trouble, nor could he die. He had to protect Bonney as she grew up. Now that Emperor Kael had given him this crucial information, he wouldn't be threatened by Saint Saturn and the CP agents.
But where would be the best place to send Bonney? The Sorbet Kingdom was definitely out of the question. Should he send her to the Revolutionary Army? However, because of Ginny, Kuma didn't want Bonney to become a Revolutionary Army member. He just wanted Bonney to grow up happily, to be a carefree girl. Or should he take her with him and become a pirate together?
Kuma hesitated a bit. Should he let young Bonney live the precarious life of a pirate? If he forcibly rescued Bonney and broke his promise to the World Government, Saint Saturn would definitely not let them off. At that time, they would still be in great danger.
"Emperor Kael, are there any peaceful islands in this world that the World Government cannot find?" The distressed Kuma suddenly looked at Emperor Kael again.
"Yes. Actually, after you rescue Bonney, you can be more assertive and negotiate terms with the World Government, continuing to serve as a Warlord, giving the Gorosei a way to save face, so it doesn't become a never-ending conflict. I believe the World Government won't refuse a combat force like you."
"If they don't agree, then you can freely destroy World Government institutions. Back then, Doflamingo became a Warlord by threatening the World Government. You can use your Warlord identity to do many things in the future. Anyway, with your Paw-Paw Fruit ability, you can go wherever you want. Also, are you interested in becoming a spy among spies among spies? You can work for me and the World Government simultaneously, or even work with the Revolutionary Army."
Emperor Kael looked at Kuma. This guy was really too honest and too kind, completely unable to break free from the constraints of worldly rules. Vegapunk and the World Government cured Bonney, and Kuma, following Emperor Kael's advice, breaking his promise and tearing up the treaty, was indeed a bit unethical. But don't forget who caused Bonney's illness in the first place—it was that old geezer Saint Saturn.
Moreover, Saint Saturn demanded Kuma erase his memories and become a weapon, which was an unreasonable transaction. What if he broke his promise and didn't fulfill it? There was absolutely no need to feel pressured. He could also be like other Warlords, completely ignoring other World Government tasks. Just be a normal Warlord.
"Rescue Bonney, then continue to be a Warlord?" A flicker of thought crossed Kuma's eyes. This indeed seemed to be a way to avoid Saint Saturn's furious retaliation against him. If he rescued Bonney, whether he returned to the Revolutionary Army or became a pirate, it would be very dangerous. Continuing to be a Warlord was instead a compromise.
"I hope Your Majesty can find a safe island for my daughter; I will diligently complete the tasks assigned by Your Majesty." Kuma looked at the strategically planning Emperor Kael and decided to fully accept his suggestions. A man who could see the future and was full of charisma... both fate and intuition told him that Emperor Kael was trustworthy.
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