Chapter 13: Chapter 13: The Sea Transport King
As they shook hands, Sharlo sensed the mayor's true thoughts.
"This kid is the hero of Carmie Island? He's too young! I hope he won't interfere with my plans!" Sharlo read from Randolph Chamberlain's mind.
Sure enough, there was something suspicious. Sharlo remained cautious.
"Hello, Mr. Chamberlain! May I ask what happened to the previous mayor?" Sharlo greeted, still gripping Chamberlain's hand.
Chamberlain tried to pull his hand back but couldn't, so he resigned himself to the prolonged handshake. "This kid better not be a weirdo," Chamberlain thought, though his face showed nothing.
Sharlo suppressed a scowl. Chamberlain's thoughts continued to reveal more.
"The previous mayor retired due to age and went traveling, as far as I know," Chamberlain said with feigned thoughtfulness.
"Damn it! How could this kid ask so many questions? I don't know where that old guy went. He took four billion berries and disappeared. I still haven't found him," Chamberlain cursed internally.
Sharlo relaxed a bit. He had feared the old mayor might have been killed by Chamberlain. If that were the case, he would have sought revenge, as he owed the old mayor a debt from his childhood.
"So, what brings you to me, Mayor?" Sharlo asked.
"Ha ha! Nothing serious. I just wanted to meet the hero of Carmie Island. We'll be relying on each other a lot in the future," Chamberlain said, putting on an eager, admiring expression.
Without his ability to read minds, Sharlo might have been deceived by this seemingly affable man.
"Hmph! I work for the Sea Transport King Umis, here to establish a foothold in the second half of the Grand Line. This island will be our outpost," Chamberlain thought.
Sea Transport King? Sharlo recognized the name—one of the six rulers of the Underworld. Their interest in this place was no good sign.
Chamberlain noticed Sharlo's frown. "Is something wrong, Mr. Sharlo?"
"No, no. Just lost in thought," Sharlo replied, releasing Chamberlain's hand.
"Mr. Sharlo, are you busy?" Chamberlain asked, reclaiming his hand and sitting down.
Sharlo also took a seat. "Nothing much, just some minor matters."
"Good to hear. Feel free to come to me if you need anything. I'll do my best to help," Chamberlain said, patting his chest.
"Thank you, Mayor. I appreciate it," Sharlo responded.
Chamberlain smiled, raising a glass. "I'm hosting a banquet in a few days. I'd be honored if you could attend, Mr. Sharlo."
"Sure, it's a small matter," Sharlo replied, now aware of Chamberlain's true intentions to make the island a waypoint for the Sea Transport King's routes, seeking Sharlo's support as a local figure.
After a brief chat, the two parted ways. Sharlo left the café, slightly tipsy from the wine—a novel experience in this new world.
Returning to his villa, Sharlo was greeted by five maids and Ivan. The sight of the maids supporting him cleared his head a bit. Feeling a surge of heat, he ignored Ivan and carried two maids to his room, much to the embarrassment of the others.
"I'll keep watch outside," Ivan told the remaining maids and left, knowing what was to come next was private.
The next morning, Sharlo awoke to the sight of two maidens beside him, their clothes in tatters. Confused and recalling the previous night, he hastily covered himself.
Martha and Jenny, the maids beside him, awoke and, seeing Sharlo, stood up naked. Sharlo blushed deeply, and so did the maids.
"Get up," Sharlo stammered, quickly dressing and leaving the room.
Outside, the remaining three maids stood with washing supplies. "Take these in and help them clean up," Sharlo instructed and walked off without looking back.
The three maids, dumbfounded, looked enviously at the two inside. Sharlo, feeling the need to cool his head, carried a sword and went to the beach. He needed to accept the reality of last night's events.
A virgin in his past life, suddenly having two women was overwhelming. He vented his confusion and frustration through sword practice, creating deep grooves in the sand, which were soon washed away by the waves.
As he released his pent-up energy, he finally began to calm down. In a moment of clarity, he released his Conqueror's Haki. This was only the second time he had managed to use it, the first being an uncontrolled burst. Sharlo focused on the sensation, aiming to master this powerful ability.
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