Such things couldn't ruin his mood for savoring fine wine.
Just as he skillfully took out a bottle of fine wine and was about to pour himself a glass to slowly enjoy it...
The den den mushi in his arms suddenly rang at an inopportune moment.
But Smoker still answered it immediately.
"Hello, this is Smoker!"
"Captain Smoker, I found Reno, the first mate of the Straw Hat Pirates, in Loguetown. I suspect that the entire Straw Hat Pirates have already arrived in Loguetown, and they are here to resupply."
The Marine Soldiers blurted out all their guesses.
"Are these guys planning to enter the New World??"
"They just turned the East Blue upside down, and they're moving fast!"
"Quickly follow him, don't lose them! I'll be there right away!"
"Yes, Captain Smoker!"
"Burururu—"
The Marine responded and left to carry out the order.
"I didn't expect them to cause enough trouble in the East Blue and then plan to cause trouble in the New World."
Smoker shook his head helplessly.
"It seems like another group of impressive youngsters, huh? Are you going to catch them??"
"Yes, it's my duty."
"Since they've been discovered, their adventure will end here."
Smoker's calm words revealed immense confidence.
The bar owner just chuckled and didn't say anything more.
He clearly knew a thing or two about Smoker's abilities.
Smoker stood up, just about to leave the bar.
However… "I say, brother, don't underestimate this tavern. It might not look like much, but it has a history of over a hundred years. And the wine brewed by the owner here, that's truly delicious."
"If it weren't for the fact that you're my good brother, I would never tell you."
A familiar voice came from the entrance of the tavern.
Bartolomeo put his arm around Reno's shoulder, boasting as he walked into the tavern.
"Boss, quickly bring out all your best wine and dishes. Today, I'm treating my good brother to a meal."
However, the usually enthusiastic boss was completely unmoved today.
He lifted his somewhat sleepy eyelids and smiled as he looked to the side.
Bartolomeo was puzzled and followed his gaze.
"Hmm??"
"Damn it! Smoker!"
If Bartolomeo, who had been involved in the underworld for years, didn't even recognize Smoker, that would be too ridiculous.
"What bad luck. Good brother, I'll take you somewhere else."
"That place isn't as good as this one, but it's also great."
Bartolomeo muttered in a low voice, but in his heart, he had already cursed Smoker countless times.
However, just as he was pulling Reno to leave.
"Wait!!"
A soft shout from inside the tavern, 4.9, interrupted the two of them.
"Hmm??"
"Smoker, are you trying to pick a fight with me??"
"Don't think I'm afraid of you just because you're a navy captain. I'm also a Devil Fruit User. If you're not convinced, let's have a fight."
Just as Bartolomeo had mentally prepared himself and turned to face Smoker.
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