Konoha: I Have Hidden Identity

Chapter 28: Chapter 28 Suzuki's Way of Asking for Directions.



Chapter 28.

A terrifying atmosphere filled the room.

The corpulent transport company boss was in a state of panic.

He looked at Suzuki across from him, his face wearing an increasingly gentle smile, but the comforting words from Suzuki only made him feel more fearful.

"Don't panic?"

What a joke, how could he not panic!

He was well aware of the dealings his company was involved in.

On the surface, it was maritime transport and mail delivery, but in reality, there were illicit activities like human trafficking, as well as tax evasion and selling substandard goods.

Moreover, maritime transport was not just about delivering food; he was also responsible for arms transport!

Originally, he had been happily counting berries in his office when suddenly a powerful-looking person walked in.

He knew nothing about Suzuki's identity.

Was Suzuki from the navy here to investigate him? Or a vengeful enemy from another country in the West Sea?

Or was he a pirate here to demand money?

These were all manageable; what he feared most was that Suzuki was some hot-headed fool. Given his own crimes, even dying ten times wouldn't be enough.

As for the way he entered—quite unfriendly, smashing through the glass from the eleventh floor!

And just asking for directions?

The fat boss didn't quite believe Suzuki's words.

And what did "rarely kills" mean? Could it be a threat? No, it definitely was a threat.

Thus, in order to save his own life, the fat boss immediately nodded quickly to Suzuki's words:

"Ah, yes, yes, please feel free to ask, big brother!"

"Anything you want, as long as I know it, I promise to share everything!"

"As long as you don't act impulsively~ I have plenty of money here; if you feel the need after asking, I can give it to you!"

After speaking, the fat boss's flesh trembled, and his small eyes seemed to glisten with tears as he looked at Suzuki.

Suzuki glanced at the fat boss and said nothing.

Did he look like someone who could kill without blinking?

Although he was indeed prepared to kill, to see such a reaction was surprising, prompting Suzuki to reflect that next time he should let them leave with smiles.

Plus, he had entered quite roughly this time, which was not ideal; next time, he should appear silently behind them.

However…

Was he scared?

No, it was more accurate to say that this fat man had something to hide.

After all, transport companies in the pirate world rarely operate without engaging in crime.

But this was also good—it made questioning much easier.

Looking at the still fearful fat boss in front of him, Suzuki silently contemplated while maintaining a gentle smile, appearing amiable as he said:

"Then, sir, please tell me, where is the Summit of High West to reach Sky Island?"

"Don't speak recklessly; those who lie will be turned into meat paste, you know~"

Upon hearing Suzuki's almost straightforward threat, the fat boss's flesh trembled again.

He trembled as he replied to Suzuki:

"Big brother, the Summit of High West is at the farthest west of the West Sea."

"There are very few islands there; the nearest one is Cloud Island."

"If you're going there, I can arrange a ship to take you!"

"Could you please take the dagger off my neck~"

"Woo woo woo~"

Suzuki had unknowingly held a dagger to the fat boss's neck while still wearing a gentle smile.

Hearing the fat boss's response, Suzuki was not very satisfied, so he continued to amiably inquire:

"Could you clarify the details about the Summit of the High West, sir?"

"I'm not that proficient with this dagger; you need to be clearer."

"And don't be afraid; your current state makes me feel very guilty~"

After hearing Suzuki's repeated demand and threat, the dagger seemed to get a little closer.

The fat boss didn't dare to nod, fearing he'd get cut, so he blinked rapidly and replied in a whimper:

"Okay, okay."

"Rest assured, big brother, I will definitely speak clearly!"

"Can you hold the dagger steady, please~"

Feeling the dagger tighten again, the fat boss disregarded pleading for mercy and quickly began to tell about the Summit of High West.

As the fat boss described, Suzuki learned that:

The Summit of High West was at the farthest west of the West Sea!

There was a particularly tall mountain there, with an elevation of nearly ten thousand meters!

The summit of that mountain was actually the Summit of the High West!

To reach Sky Island, one could only pass through the Summit of High West, but it wasn't always accessible.

The cloud island draws particularly close to the sky island every few months due to weather and air currents.

At that time, you only need to prepare a few ropes or chains, or even a longer plank, to reach the cloud island.

However, not many people can go to the cloud island; many only visit the cloud island nearest to it to see its unique scenery.

Going to the cloud island requires first climbing up a mountain peak of over ten thousand meters, which is extremely difficult. Those who climb too high may feel quite uncomfortable, and sometimes there can be strong winds.

Suzuki thought this might be altitude sickness, just like what happened to the Straw Hat crew when they first arrived at the White Sea.

Thus, very few people can climb that high, and even if they make it up, figuring out how to come down is also a problem.

As soon as the fat boss finished speaking, he immediately started discussing the dagger around his neck with Suzuki:

"Brother, I've made it very clear. Could you please remove the dagger?"

Suzuki had already listened to the fat boss's words and, considering what he was holding, thought that the fat boss wouldn't choose to deceive him.

However, it was still necessary to be cautious!

Suzuki maintained a gentle smile on his face and kindly told the fat boss:

"Very well, sir, then please repeat what you just said once more."

"If there's any difference from what you said the first time, I can only express my regret on your grave."

The fat boss felt somewhat desperate; if he was not let off even after this, he could only bitterly recapitulate what he had said.

After listening, Suzuki found that the fat boss indeed repeated exactly what he had said initially, so that was fine.

Looking at the fat boss with a contorted face and fearful eyes, Suzuki still kept the dagger in hand.

He thought to himself:

Since he had already clarified the route to the skypia, he might as well ask about other things.

This fat guy knew quite a bit; it was unlikely he would encounter anyone so knowledgeable and eager for questions again in the West Sea.

He could inquire about information regarding the West Sea, intelligence that ordinary people couldn't gather.

Whether it's useful wasn't important; just possibly having some use was enough.

With this in mind, Suzuki's gentle smile instantly vanished, and he looked at the fat boss expressionlessly as he carefully tied him up with a rope.

Then he returned to his seat and calmly said:

"Very well, you have answered my questions. That's very good."

"Now you can talk about other things, such as information about the Devil Fruits, information about the major powers in the West Sea~"

"And also, information about yourself!"

"Say whatever comes to mind, try to mention some secretive details that would interest me, if you don't mind, sir?"

The fat boss was unwilling, but seeing Suzuki at that moment, he didn't dare to resist.

Thus, for the next few hours, Suzuki learned a lot of information from the fat boss.

Suzuki had already left the transport company.

Now he was on his way to the peak.

The fat boss left smiling after Suzuki had clarified many things with him.

It must be said that apart from knowing a lot, this fat boss was genuinely a waste of space and scum.

The transport company was inherited, and all matters were managed by others; he only counted the money.

Being a waste was bad enough, but he also liked to engage in activities only a scum would do.

In fact, after hearing the fat boss admit to his involvement in human trafficking, Suzuki killed him with one stab, without any pain. He even thought Suzuki would let him go and left with an ecstatic expression on his face.

Regarding this, Suzuki felt no remorse; he only found such people boring and annoying.

He had indeed said at the beginning that he rarely killed, but that was just a casual remark in conversation with the transport company boss.

After all, Suzuki had specifically spent a week selecting the right person.

Before this, he had heard some bad rumors about the fat boss; choosing such a person was convenient, quick, and hassle-free.


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