One hundred million.
Was it enough?
The question struck Tony deeply.
A fruit that could grant a second life—
once exposed, it would drive the wealthy and powerful into a frenzy.
Billions, tens of billions—perhaps even more.
As for going to hell after death?
How many people in their position were truly innocent?
They had long accepted that they were destined for hell.
If that was the case, why not spend money to live again?
Of course, Qin Xiao knew the truth.
Matching a Devil Fruit to a suitable user was extremely difficult.
In fact, it was very likely that only Tony could use this fruit at all.
Anyone else who ate it might gain nothing.
But—
Tony didn't know that.
Which meant Qin Xiao could keep pushing.
One hundred million for another life?
Dream on.
Sure enough, Tony grew anxious.
"You—fine! I'll buy it right now!"
Even if he didn't eat it, having it as insurance was worth it.
"Buy it? How much do you think your life is worth?"
Qin Xiao didn't name a price.
He tossed the question right back.
"1% of Stark Industries' shares. That's worth several billion dollars."
Tony made the offer, looking visibly "pained."
"1%? That used to be worth that much.
But now that you've announced the shutdown of the weapons division…
how much do you think your stock will drop tomorrow morning?"
Qin Xiao remained completely unfazed.
After all, Kingpin was already preparing to acquire Stark stock.
He didn't care about a mere 1%.
Tony finally started to feel the pressure.
This was a seller's market.
Unless he truly didn't care about life and death—
which clearly wasn't the case.
He had fought desperately to survive in the desert.
How could he not care?
Before, he hadn't been in a hurry because Qin Xiao said the problem would arise months later.
But now…
realizing the impact of the Revive-Revive Fruit—
how could he stay calm?
If he missed this chance, someone else would take it.
And then, he might truly die.
"What do I need to pay to get that Devil Fruit?"
Tony backed down again.
"More than 5% of Stark Industries."
Qin Xiao named his price.
In fact, that was the same price he had given Kingpin for the Bomb-Bomb Fruit.
And he had even provided "after-sales service"—
personally demonstrating how to use it.
After all, the more the user developed their fruit…
the more power Qin Xiao could extract.
You think you've profited?
He profits even more.
Double, in fact.
That was Qin Xiao's evaluation of the system.
Tony's expression shifted at the mention of 5%.
"…I agree."
In the end, he accepted.
"Good."
A ripple passed through Qin Xiao's hand.
The Revive-Revive Fruit reappeared.
He handed it to Tony.
"Since you've agreed, the fruit is yours."
Tony took the strangely colored, oddly shaped fruit.
"I understand. I'll arrange the share transfer.
You can leave now."
With the fruit in hand, Tony immediately issued a dismissal.
"I'll be going.
Frank will continue protecting you for now.
Once the shares are transferred, have him notify me."
Qin Xiao turned and walked out.
Frank personally escorted him to the underground garage.
"Qin… one Devil Fruit can be exchanged for 5% of Stark Industries.
But when you gave me the Swamp-Swamp Fruit, you didn't ask for anything.
I… don't even know how to thank you."
Frank looked a bit uneasy.
Only now did he truly understand the fruit's value—
easily worth tens of billions.
And yet Qin Xiao had given it to him so casually.
"Frank, you need to understand—
the value of a Devil Fruit is whatever I say it is.
And each fruit's true worth lies in how it's used.
If you really want to thank me, then develop your Swamp-Swamp Fruit properly.
And while you're at it…
make the name 'Devil Fruit user' known to the world."
Qin Xiao patted his shoulder.
"I understand. I'll do everything I can to develop its power."
Frank nodded firmly.
Ding.
"Detected: Revive-Revive Fruit consumed by matched target. Host is extracting the fruit's abilities."