Chapter 458
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Bird's Nest Island
Inside the castle meeting room
A huge crystal chandelier hangs high on the ceiling, illuminating the entire hall. A fireplace nearby is burning fruit wood with a faint aroma. It is not cold, but creates a sense of atmosphere.
"Crack, click, click!"
Captain Gel squatted on a chair, chewing an apple while listening to the "Chief Internal Affairs Steward" Mosan reporting on some recent situations.
In the past, only Funi and Bingshan, who had management talent and was being trained by Mosan as his successor, would be present to listen.
But Captain Gul had other things to announce today, so he asked Akin, Senior, Big Bear, Ginny, Morgans, Barrett, Moria and Jinbe Arlong to attend the meeting as well.
Weibull was sitting aside eating spicy strips.
"The fleet is still growing at a rate of more than 200 ships per month, but the growth rate has slowed down. The main reason is still the shortage of manpower."
Mosan said, stroking his mustache.
As the helmsman of the Bra Chamber of Commerce and the king of a member country of the World Government, Mosan's face has a bit of the majesty of a superior and the maturity and stability of a married man.
"So I have discussed with King Neptune and Princess Otohime, and we are going to gather another 10 fishman sailors from Fishman Island. In addition, the captain of the Mink Tribe, Markla, has also stepped forward to help. He agreed to help contact their king, Duke Goat Khan, to see if we can recruit a group of Mink Tribe warriors to join us on Zou Island."
"Well done! Brother Mosan, our Chamber of Commerce is developing rapidly now. In addition, the Golden City in Tezoro has just started. They are both in great need of manpower. The more the better. We can accommodate as many people as possible. But remember to keep a close watch and don't let Lao Liu sneak in."
"I know, Captain. That's why we didn't dare to recruit people on a large scale. We have always only recruited people from Fishman Island. Because of Princess Otohime's special ability, she can help us screen out those with ulterior motives. That's why there is a large shortage of personnel."
"It's not a solution to keep going like this. We can't just grab the fishmen and plunder them. After recruiting another 10 people this time, there won't be much surplus labor on Fishman Island."
Mosan said with a wry smile.
When Jinbei and Arlong heard this, it was equivalent to saying that the fish-men and mermaids were the most reliable. The two of them straightened their backs and showed proud expressions.
Mosan continued.
"Captain, our current business scale only covers about half of the first half of the Grand Line. Once we cover the entire first half and even enter the four seas, the manpower gap will be even greater."
"That's true. Damn it! There are so few people like the Duffys who are simple, kind, hardworking and capable! It would be great if there were a million of them!"
Ger frowned in thought.
When it comes to absolutely loyal subordinates, and in large numbers, the first person that Gel thought of was Germa 66 in the North Sea.
The replica soldiers of Germa 66 are all clones transformed by Judge using the "bloodline factor". Not only are they strong and healthy, they are also absolutely loyal and obedient. Aren't they definitely the chosen workers?
Ahem! I don’t know if Vinsmoke Judge’s “evil army” has been created yet, but Sanji hasn’t been born yet.
Captain Gill gave a greedy smile.
If it has already been created, it means that the evil Germa 66 has no respect for humanity and must face justice! This kind of inhumane and dangerous organization cannot be ignored. It is very necessary to rescue those poor clone soldiers.
"When our Chamber of Commerce expands its influence to all corners of the world, let's pay attention to Germa 66 in the North Sea. Perhaps they have the key to solving our manpower shortage problem!"
Ger said with a smile.
"Germa 66 from the North Sea? Okay, Captain, I'll keep an eye out for it then."
Mosan nodded. Although he had never heard of it, Captain Gel said that if the other party had a way, then there must be a way to solve the problem of lack of manpower. It should be a labor dispatch company.
"Haha! Young Master, the Germa 66 from the North Sea? I have heard of this. It seems that they are a well-known assassin clan in the underground world. They once ruled the North Sea with powerful military force a long time ago, but later declined."
Morgans finally found the opportunity to show off and spoke hurriedly.
"By the way, young master, a while ago an author submitted a comic book based on the true story of the navy heroes. The story is called "Sea Warrior Sky". It mainly tells the story of the hero "Sky" leading the dream-like combined robots and seagulls to bravely fight against and finally defeat the evil army Germa 66. Young master, do you think you should publish it in the World Economic News?"
"Publish it, why not, but it needs to be modified a little to avoid giving the Navy free publicity."
Gel made the decision.
This comic strip seemed to be a huge hit all over the world, and it also made Morgans' World Economic News become popular.
"I obey, young master!"
"But distant water cannot quench immediate thirst. For the time being, we can ask Princess Otohime to help with the screening. The relationship between the two parties is so close now, she should be happy to help with this little favor."
"That's a good idea, I'll make a note of it Captain!"
Mosan nodded and said, while Fanny beside him had already picked up a pen and started taking notes.
"Also, Captain Markla of the Fur Tribe is a good man. We can let him participate in more things and let him know more about us so that he will recognize us more. I plan to let Markla be the leader of the Fur Tribe after the old goat abdicates. In this way, under his influence, the entire Fur Tribe will naturally move closer to us. By the time they realize what's happening, the entire Fur Tribe will have already fallen into my hands and are working for me! Hahaha!"
Ger said with a smile.
"Hehehe! You really are worthy of being Boss Gel!"
Moria was the first to flatter.
"Forehead…"
Looking at the smirking Captain Gir and Moria, everyone's faces were filled with black lines.
"Captain, although I agree with your plan, it is obviously a good thing for both us and the Minks. Could you please not make it sound like we are plotting something to harm them? It will easily lead to misunderstandings."
Mosan reminded.
"Huh? What did I say? I didn't say anything. Besides, I'm a righteous person, how can I be a bad person?"
Captain Gill argued.
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Mo Sang looked helpless and could only continue reporting.
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