The next day.
Marine Fleet Admiral Cook contacted major media outlets and held a press conference at Marine Headquarters, Marineford.
At the press conference.
Although Cook dared not disobey the World Government and declare war on Elbaf.
He emphasized the Marines' future efforts against giant pirates on the sea.
And he issued bounties for the giants who attacked the G-14 Branch, especially the core figure, Loki, code-named DOOM.
Secondly, he strengthened the direction of public opinion by portraying the Marines as victims.
With newspapers flying to various places.
People all over the world were filled with righteous indignation, accusing Elbaf of its barbaric acts.
Not only killing the Holy Mother but also intensifying their attacks on the Marines.
Member nations all over the world became increasingly repulsive and disgusted with giants.
"Child of Destruction, natural-born demon?"
"500 million Berries, real or fake!"
"A bounty of 500 million for a child, that's too exaggerated."
"Participated in the G-14 Marine Branch incident? Or even the murderer who killed most people? Real or fake??"
"And a member of the Giant Tribe royal family. Even if there's a bounty, who would dare to act?"
"...."
As the information spread.
The sea was in an uproar, and discussions continued for a long time.
No one dared to imagine that a child could have a huge bounty of 500 million Berries for his first bounty. It was simply too astonishing.
Even if this child is a member of the Giant Tribe royal family, it's still too exaggerated.
Elbaf.
Underworld.
"Jabababababa, Raideen, you guys have built the Underworld quite well!"
Jorul looked at the appearance of the Paradise, somewhat surprised.
"Lord Jorul, this is not our masterpiece. Most of this was completed by Prince Loki alone."
"So it was Prince Loki; then it's not surprising." Jorul nodded slightly. It's only natural for Prince Loki to do anything; this is all guidance from the Sun God.
At this moment.
"Two Elders, the wind and snow in the Underworld are strong. Why did you come?"
Loki, who had finished his AFK training mode, met Jorul and Jarul who had just come down from the Sun Realm.
The two carried big and small bags, not looking like they were just staying briefly.
"Harald is obstinate and self-opinionated, refusing to listen to our suggestions. We have resigned from our positions as Elders." Mentioning Harald, Jarul's face showed unconcealable gloom.
Jorul echoed: "That's right. Prince Loki, you are the one who will lead Elbaf to a glorious future. As for the current Harald, let's not mention him! We will stay in the Underworld from now on."
"Of course, Elders, please make yourselves at home."
Loki looked up at the sky, a trace of surprise flashing in his eyes.
Could it be that this old boy Harald did it on purpose?
Deliberately staying silent and not explaining, using me as a banner for opposing him.
Taking this opportunity to dump the Council of Elders and the giants who advocate force on me.
So he can carry out drastic reforms in the Sun Realm?
However, it doesn't matter.
If you dare to give, I dare to take.
"From now on, I will rely on the two Elders for guidance in my training and everyone else's." Loki turned back to look at Streusen and ordered: "Brew a pot of black tea and bring some Semla."
"Yes, Your Highness Loki." Streusen prepared energetically.
No actual harm.
Giving territory and titles.
This isn't punishment; it's clearly giving military power in a disguised way.
Fortunately, I come from a court background and understand.
From now on, I am the Chief Chef of Elbaf's court!
"No rush, no rush, Prince Loki, look at this first." Jorul carefully spread out the newspaper as if presenting a treasure.
"DOOM, 5... 500 million Berries?!" Seeing the content clearly, Streusen almost popped his eyes out, his hand shaking, spilling the hot black tea directly on the ground, stirring up wisps of white smoke.
"What?" Raideen, who originally planned to leave for business, also turned his head for a glance. After confirming the content, he said in shock: "It's true; Prince Loki has a bounty of 500 million Berries!"
Kashi and the others who were busy gathered instantly, looking at the numbers on it in shock.
"One zero, two zeros... It's really 500 million Berries!"
"Several times higher than the bounties of Big Brother Dorry and Big Brother Broggy!"
"Even if Big Brother Dorry and Big Brother Broggy were still here, their current bounties might not exceed this number!"
"..."
Loki took the wanted poster, the background being the G-14 Branch: "Those Marines took the photo."
"Doom, this title is not bad." Loki looked at the code name on it, the corner of his mouth curling slightly.
Representing death, destruction, and most importantly, it sounds similar to his name in his previous life (Du Mu).
Regarding the bounty amount, Loki was not very surprised.
With the intelligence capabilities of the Marines, figuring out the composition of his strength is not a difficult problem.
After knowing all his intelligence, if the Marines still didn't pay attention to him, it would be a bit too arrogant.
Plus, the Marines have brain-dead leaders like the Five Elders and Im.
It is absolutely impossible for them to start a war with Elbaf without authorization.
The only solution is to raise his bounty, hoping that someone will be blinded by greed.
However, he already has sufficient soul reserves. Unless necessary.
Before growing up, he won't go out to sea again.
"Let's leave it at that. Elders, come guide my training." Loki threw the bounty to the back of his mind; strength is the most important thing right now.
Before, the body was his own, and he couldn't bear to temper himself.
But now, every muscle and bone has its own soul.
Whoever doesn't do it standardly or adequately, he will torture these tool souls severely.
"No rush, Prince Loki. There is one more thing you need to handle." Jorul put down the bags on his back: "Harald doesn't want to care about the fact that Mother Carmel was the Mountain Hag anymore. How should we handle this evidence?"
Not that he doesn't want to care, but he wants to hand it over to me completely. Loki tasted the essence of it.
"No rush. With our current situation, even if we contact major media outlets, we can't send it out. We need a suitable opportunity."
Loki thought for a moment and chose to suppress this matter.
He doesn't have Vegapunk's technology to let the whole world receive information with just a Den Den Mushi.
Relying solely on existing media, even if this evidence is taken out, it probably won't be published.
Better to learn from the operation of celebrities abusing fans.
Let the world misunderstand first, and then reveal the truth later.
Only then can the backlash against the World Government be maximized.
As for the impact on Harald's diplomacy?
Let Harald suffer a bit more. He'll bear the infamy too; Loki keeps it all in mind.
"As long as you have a plan, Prince Loki." Jorul followed readily. Since Prince Loki does this, he must have his reasons.
Is there any fundamental difference between Prince Loki's handling method and Harald's??? Streusen watched with question marks all over his head. Are these two giant elders having too much of a double standard for Prince Loki?
"In that case, let's start training. Prince Loki, I am confident that you will definitely surpass Harald in the future!"
"That is inevitable." Loki nodded confidently.
He is not working hard alone, but thousands of Marines are working hard with him!
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