One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 447 In the choice between money and fame, I have always been resolute

The death of the Golden Lion was like a violent bomb.

This stirred up the already chaotic pool, making it even more murky.

Paper wrapped fire.

Without any deliberate attempt to conceal the news, the death of the Golden Lion spread as quickly as a plague.

This also stirred up a storm.

Whitebeard, Rayleigh, Charlotte, Kaido, and even Shanks were all incredulous at the news.

Even though the Golden Lion is indeed not as powerful as before, there is no doubt that he is still a top-tier fighter.

That was true then, and it is true now.

There were very few people who could have defeated him.

And to have a way to kill him, who possesses the Float-Float Fruit, is an even more unimaginable thing.

This is a goal that the Navy has strived for for many years without success.

And now, the Golden Lion has been killed in the East China Sea.

Everyone sensed something unusual about it.

There may be some deep mystery behind the death of the Golden Lion.

Through inquiries from various sources, the name "Joker" came to light.

"The Joker?" When he heard this news, Shanks was hosting a lively banquet in a tavern.

A few days ago, they were lucky enough to find a treasure map and obtain the treasure.

Their economic level is now vastly different from what it used to be.

In these relatively affluent times, it's only natural to hold a banquet that lasts for several days and nights to celebrate.

The red-haired man's proposal was approved by everyone except Beckman.

It was at this time that they learned of the Golden Lion's death.

Was that man really dead?

Shanks could not possibly be unfamiliar with the Golden Lion.

From the time he could remember, the Flying Pirates were already famous.

The battle at Eddard also pushed Captain Roger to the brink of defeat.

The opponent's Float-Float Fruit is an excellent tool for escaping.

But this golden lion actually died.

He died in the East China Sea.

It's downright absurd.

He wondered if it was because he was overly sensitive, but he always felt a dull ache in his arm.

Of course, Shanks wasn't focusing his attention on the black dragon.

The reason is simple: if it really was Black Dragon who made the move, the Navy wouldn't be so secretive.

After all, when Captain Roger surrendered, they made a big show of it, announcing that Roger had been arrested by them.

If Shiki was really killed by the Navy, then they certainly wouldn't be so humble now.

Upon hearing about the man who killed the Golden Lion, who called himself the Joker, his mind uncontrollably drifted to another person.

I wonder how Bucky is doing?

This clown can't be him, right?

……

"That guy's gone too."

When Rayleigh of the Sabaody Archipelago heard the news, he couldn't help but sigh.

"To actually kill the Golden Lion, he's really a ruthless character. The Joker?"

Rayleigh immediately thought of Bucky the Joker.

But it must be a coincidence.

Back then, Shanks could still hear news about the two children, but Bucky...

I wonder if he's doing well.

……

I feel like I'm living too well right now.

Surrounded by heaps of Berries, Bucky felt like he was flying into the clouds.

Although this money is heavy.

But he still felt it was very unreal.

"The golden lion is really quite valuable," Roman remarked, looking at the large and small bags.

This money is more than enough to support the people of a small city.

That's why the navy is so wealthy and powerful.

Roman had initially thought the branch might not have that much money.

However, to everyone's surprise, after confirming the body of the Golden Lion, the branch gave him money without hesitation.

If they don't have enough money, they're willing to transfer funds from other branches.

But they wouldn't dare not be proactive, would they?

Roman pondered.

Think about it carefully, it's like someone taking the corpse of a dragon to a gold exchange to exchange for money.

The person in charge probably wouldn't dare say something like, "Sorry, we don't have the money."

After all, saying such things is tantamount to putting one's life in danger.

"But now everyone's talking about you, isn't that how it feels, Bucky?" Roman changed the subject, looking at Bucky.

If Black Dragon, being a Marine, killed Golden Lion, he wouldn't get any money.

Faced with the choice between fame and a huge sum of money, Roman has always been resolute in his choice.

But since there was no harm in using that reputation, Roman gave it to Bucky.

Just consider it as waste to be put to good use.

"Of course... cough cough cough, it's alright. For me, it's nothing."

This feeling is definitely great.

Before today, at least, Bucky never imagined he would be in people's mouths.

This is something that even Shanks hasn't accomplished yet.

"I believe that in the future, you will also be widely praised by others."

This time, Roman spoke from the heart.

The future Bucky did indeed achieve this.

Whether it was luck or something else, he certainly succeeded in the end.

He became someone on par with Shanks.

As for what he can do now, she is also looking forward to it.

However, I need to take the next step.

It's about time to go to the black market and get the Adam Tree.