The CP0 squad arrived in a large military ship. While the ship's cabin could accommodate such a giant, it would be a huge problem if they were to awaken.
Even though the team members were not afraid of these things, they could easily damage the ship once they go berserk.
"Can they act immediately after being thawed?"
"Of course not, but if needed, they can be thawed at Punk Hazard, anesthetized, and then taken by you."
"Alright, do that then. Thaw and anesthetize it before loading it onto the ship."
The CP0 captain pointed to a large specimen marked with the number "Three." Three was its experiment number, chosen because it looked more robust, and having a Three suggests there are One and Two, making it better for trading.
After the CP0 team set sail with the Number Three specimen, the Hundred Beasts Pirates made new moves. Unlike CP0, who sailed to trade, Kaidou didn't plan to bring a bunch.
Transforming into his Dragon Form, Kaidou surrounded the Emboar in flame clouds, heading straight to the trading location, bringing no one but Queen as a scapegoat in case of emergency.
"Queen, have you memorized your lines?"
"Don't worry, Kaidou brother, I can handle things even if it's impromptu. I'm a professional in this aspect."
Transforming into Tropius, Queen flew behind Kaidou, confidently assuring him that the lines were simple and involved Queen denigrating the World Government's defective products.
The Emboar kept its eyes shut, feeling a bit dizzy from heights. Originally a gigantic wild boar, its life has undergone many changes, even experiencing flight.
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Near the New World's Windless Zone, ships flying the World Government's cross flag docked here, the trading location with Kaidou.
There was no Underworld intermediary; it was a direct talk between pirates and them, as they didn't want this revealed.
The World Government values its reputation. Despite ongoing pirate trades, the world must not know of such dealings.
Just like Spandine in Ohara adhering to protocol, the World Government treasures its façade, to the extent that even the ship doesn't have many manned.
Upon their arrival, they found Kaidou already waiting, sitting casually at the coast.
"Finally here? Are things always this slow when you lackeys handle affairs for your masters?"
Familiar insults, yet the two CP0 members remained unfazed. Their mental stamina was tempered; if others' reproach affected them, CP0 would have long committed mass suicide.
Normally, people avoid offending those working for the Heavenly Celestial Dragon but secretly criticize them nonetheless, whether Adhering or Non-Adhering countries; ordinary people dislike Celestial Dragons.
Unless it's someone like Goa Kingdom's royals who aspire to be or willingly serve the Celestial Dragons.
"Enough nonsense, Kaidou; we're here for trade discussions."
"Of course I know, but those giant weapons of yours must be shown first, right?"
CP0 signaled to the people behind, sliding a large plank from the ship, revealing a giant iron cage covered with a black cloth being pushed down.
"The World Government is sincere; since you're uninterested in Belly, how about this?"
Pulling off the cover, the third experimental subject was dozing off due to strong anesthetics.
"This is the government's replica of the Ancient Giant Race, larger than typical giants, sufficient for pirate battles."
"Looks somewhat decent, but how do I know if it's as useful as stated on the phone call without testing it?"
"How do you intend to test it?"
"Since it's a weapon, it should be tested through combat."
Kaidou's words darkened CP0's expressions. This failure couldn't challenge Kaidou; combat testing implied insincerity. However, Kaidou's next words changed some thoughts.
"Coincidentally, my subordinates have also made some research. Why not compare them? If it wins, I agree to the trade."
Though not created personally by Vegapunk, the idea began with him before Caesar Clown took over, investing World Government funds. How could a mere pirate present something comparable?
"Fine, wake him up."
Handmen produced a large syringe and injected it into Number Three, opening the cage's exit; soon, the plump creature with straight horns and a small beard emerged.
Its first action was attacking the CP0 beside it.
"Seems your thing doesn't obey orders well."
"Just untrained; surely even minor problems like this can't stump you, do you need help taming it?"
Queen counter-questioned them regarding the obedience issue, turning the conversation to untrained status, striking pirates' pride, who typically refuse help taming.
Moreover, post-taming, which side the government-created creature would obey remained uncertain.
"Mwahahaha, no need for training such disobedient trash; witness my masterpiece—come forth, Emboar!"
Trees on the island trembled, and under CP0's watch, an Orc of comparable size to Number Three emerged.
Both being massive creatures, despite having a boar head, such a Beastman exudes more threat than humans. Importantly, CP0 noticed Emboar's seeming obedience.
"Go, Emboar! Deal with that big guy, and you'll earn extra supper tonight!"
Punching fists, Emboar charged towards the beach, showcasing compliance unlike the experimental subject's defiance.
Number Three didn't realize what happened before being sucker-punched by Emboar, sent flying.
Struggling to sit up in the sea, Number Three roared in anger, switching attack targets, charging at Emboar again, resulting in a battle on the shore.
Everyone saw Emboar's overwhelming advantage over Number Three's frantic strikes, making CP0 captain's face increasingly dour...