---
After Achino joined, he didn't immediately board the ship. Instead, he went back to arrange for his third son and youngest daughter. He left Campaccino and his brother behind before leaving.
Leaving his sons behind was Achino's way of showing his determination. He was essentially leaving his two sons with Buggy, reassuring them.
Buggy knew that the other party did have a son and a daughter. He didn't think Achino would take the opportunity to escape. He immediately agreed when Achino spoke. When he heard that Achino was going to leave his two sons on his ship, Buggy didn't say anything more. He understood the other party's meaning. Finally, both parties agreed to meet at the end of this route, Sabaody Archipelago.
After parting ways with Achino, Buggy and his crew set sail again, heading to the last stop of the first half of the Grand Line, Sabaody Archipelago.
"Stella, I'll have enough Berries soon. You'll be free soon."
In a slave market in Sabaody Archipelago, a young man with green hair, seventeen or eighteen years old, was looking at the girl in front of him excitedly.
"Tazol, don't rush. Take your time. Don't tire yourself out."
Stella looked at the excited young man in front of her with gentle eyes. Her eyes were filled with affection. She knew how much Tazol had sacrificed to set her free. She didn't want him to work so hard.
"It's okay, Stella. Look how strong I am. This little bit of work won't tire me out. I have to get you free quickly."
Under Stella's gaze, Tazol extended his right arm, showing off his muscles. He had a smile on his face.
Stella looked at Tazol. She didn't say anything more. She just smiled at him and took out a handkerchief to wipe the sweat from his forehead.
In this dilapidated slave market, the dirt and mess didn't affect Tazol and Stella at all. They were like a golden boy and girl. The sunset illuminated each other for them.
Two days passed. Buggy and his crew, driving the Glory, arrived at the last stop of the first half of the Grand Line, Sabaody Archipelago.
Buggy wasn't unfamiliar with this place. It was the place he was most familiar with in the One Piece world, besides Loguetown.
Upon arriving, they didn't look for a port to dock. Buggy instructed Iceburg to drive the ship to the 50th area of Sabaody Archipelago.
The 50th area had dedicated docks for rent. Parking in the dock was mainly for safety. It was to prevent anyone from targeting the Glory. Sabaody Archipelago wasn't a good place. It was the gathering place of darkness from the entire first half of the Grand Line. And parking here would make it easier to coat the Glory later.
They rented a separate dock for a sum of Berries. Everyone got off the Glory. Under Buggy's leadership, everyone walked out of the dock.
"Sir, do you need a tour guide?"
As soon as everyone walked out of the dock, a young man with green hair appeared in front of Buggy and his crew.
Buggy saw this young man and immediately felt a sense of familiarity. He looked at the young man in front of him and asked with a frown, "What's your name? Are you a tour guide here?"
"Sir, my name is Tazol. I've been a tour guide here for a few years. I'm very familiar with Sabaody Archipelago. I'm definitely the cheapest in this area."
Hearing the name Tazol, Buggy's mind instantly flashed with a man who was shining with gold.
"Are you Gild Tesoro?"
Buggy looked up and down at the young man in front of him. From his face, he did see that Tazol in front of him looked a bit like the future Golden Emperor. He also said the Golden Emperor's full name. He wanted to confirm his thoughts.
"Sir, you know me. How did you know my name is Gild Tesoro?"
Hearing the other party's confirming answer, a flash of light appeared in Buggy's eyes. He didn't expect to meet the future Golden Emperor.
"I stayed in Sabaody for a while. I met you a few times back then. I also heard your name from others."
Hearing that Buggy had stayed in Sabaody for a while, a look of disappointment flashed in Tazol's eyes. But he quickly recovered. He smiled and said, "Sir, it's nice to meet you. I'm sorry for the interruption."
Since Buggy had stayed here for a while, he must be very familiar with this place. He definitely wouldn't need a tour guide. Tazol was about to apologize and leave.
Hearing the other party say this, Buggy immediately said, "It's okay. We happen to need a tour guide. Why don't you take us around Sabaody Archipelago? I didn't go to many places to play when I was in Sabaody. I'm not that familiar with it."
Since he had met the Golden Emperor, Buggy wouldn't let him go. Regardless of how far the other party would develop the Goro Goro no Mi in the future, his business acumen was excellent. If he brought the other party into his pirate crew, they would never lack funds in the future. When the time was right, he would give the Goro Goro no Mi to Tazol. Then, their ship would have another powerful fighter.
Of course, he had to stabilize him first and then take things step-by-step. But before that, he couldn't let him leave like this.
"Thank you, sir. I will definitely take you to have a wonderful day."
A happy smile appeared on Tazol's face. He was one step closer to his goal. He was also grateful that Buggy gave him this opportunity. He made his promise.
Next, Tazol took everyone towards the 40th area of Sabaody Archipelago. This was where the tourist attractions and specialty shops were located. It was also a characteristic area of Sabaody Archipelago.
After Buggy and his crew left, a figure suddenly appeared in a hidden place. He watched Buggy and his crew leave, then turned and left. He ran towards the Sabaody Archipelago Marine Base.
Tazol, as he had said, was very familiar with Sabaody Archipelago. He first took Buggy and his crew to the more characteristic tourist attractions and specialty shops in areas 40-49 to eat and drink. Buggy and his crew also ate some of the most characteristic foods in the One Piece world, Senbei (rice crackers), donuts, and everything in between.
Then, Tazol took them to the amusement park in areas 30-39. He took them to the Soap Bubble Park and rode the unique Soap Bubble Cars of Sabaody. Of course, Buggy, Shiryu, and the others didn't go. Only Kuro, Jessica, Iceburg, Weevil, and Campaccino and his brother went to experience it.
During this time, Buggy indirectly inquired about Tazol's current situation. He also learned about his relationship with Stella from Tazol.
Buggy instantly recalled the original plot. The later Tazol, influenced by Stella, went to steal the Goro Goro no Mi. It was because of her that he became obsessed with money. And it was she who made the Golden Emperor.
At the same time, Buggy also knew Stella's fate. She was cruelly murdered by the Celestial Dragons. The Golden Emperor's later story revolved around Stella's fate.
---
P@TREON
You get 4 Fanfics when you join.
One payment for 5 fics
p@treon.com/ShixT9
CURRENT P@TREON CHAPTER : Chapter 154