Green Bull nodded in agreement: "Well, I didn't expect that Kuro guy would come here. His appearance is not a good sign for us."

Aokiji sighed and continued, "It looks like we have to re-formulate our plans."

"With this guy here, we have to be more careful. Otherwise, if he finds out we are here, he will probably attack us right away. If a fight breaks out, the consequences will be disastrous."

Green Bull frowned and said in a deep voice: "Yes, Kuro's strength should not be underestimated."

There was a hint of solemnity on both of their faces.

Led by Mr. Tanaka, Kuro and his party walked into a luxuriously decorated banquet hall. The long banquet table was covered with an exquisite woolen tablecloth, which was filled with a variety of exquisite foods. Each dish was carefully served with gold tableware, showing the host's luxury and taste.

Tezulo walked slowly to the host seat, pulled out a chair gracefully and sat down, with a friendly smile on his face. Mr. Tanaka respectfully led Kuro to the guest seat, and the Red Earl and others followed closely behind, each finding a suitable seat to sit down.

Tezulo looked around the banquet hall and nodded with satisfaction. He then picked up a crystal clear wine glass on the table, stood up and greeted everyone: "Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of the Golden City, I warmly welcome you all. Please allow me to take this opportunity to express my most sincere gratitude to you all."

After saying that, he raised his head and drank it all, showing his bold and unrestrained demeanor. Kuro and the others smiled at each other and raised their glasses in response.

"Thank you, Lord Tezulo, for your hospitality." Kuro said with a smile, but there was a hint of disdain in his eyes. He gently squeezed the wine glass in his hand, as if he felt that this small wine glass was not worthy of his status and power.

Sure enough, with a slight pinch, the seemingly solid wine glass instantly turned into powder and floated in the air. Kuro's action made everyone present slightly stunned, but they soon returned to normal, as if all this was within their expectations.

Tezulo watched Kuro crush the wine glass easily. Although his mouth twitched twice, he quickly returned to normal and quickly ordered his men to bring a large wine glass that was more suitable for Kuro to resolve this small embarrassment. He smiled and apologized to Kuro, saying that it was his negligence.

Kuro patted Mr. Tanaka's shoulder generously and said with a smile: "It's okay, my strength is too great." The small storm was easily blown away.

The banquet officially began, and the group began to enjoy the food. Ah Er picked up the meat pie on the plate with a fork, chewed it, and commented: "Hmm~ The taste is average, not as good as Paul's." Then, he ripped off a wing of the firebird, put it in his mouth and chewed it, and commented again: "Hmm... The marinade is not flavorful enough!"

At this time, Aji was like a food critic, expressing his opinions on every dish he tasted. As Tesoro listened to Aji's comments, his face became more and more gloomy, and he was obviously dissatisfied with the pickyness of this pirate member.

At this time, Barati, wearing a maid's uniform, came over with a fine steak and placed it elegantly in front of Ah Er. She smiled and asked, "My dear guest, if these foods don't suit your taste, what would you like to eat? I can ask the kitchen to make it for you."

Ah Er looked up at Barati with a surprised look on his face. He retorted: "Who said it's not delicious? I just said that the food is not as delicious as my brother Paul's, not that it's not delicious." After saying that, he looked at Barati with contempt, as if he thought that this maid knew nothing about women and love.

Balati felt a little uncomfortable being looked at by A'er, and she realized that she might have misunderstood A'er's meaning. But she still smiled and nodded, saying that she would remember A'er's preferences so that she could provide better service next time.

This incident did not affect the atmosphere of the banquet, and everyone continued to enjoy the food and the time together. However, Tesoro felt more disdain for Kuro and his pirate group.

A bunch of vulgar people, simple-minded and strong-limbed guys.

After the banquet, everyone sat together and Kuro suddenly asked a question.

"I would like to have a private chat with Mr. Tanaka. Is that possible?"

When Tezulo heard this, he was slightly stunned, but he quickly regained his composure.

He nodded and said, "Of course, Captain Kuro. You guys can chat slowly, I'll go make arrangements for other matters first."

After saying that, Tesoro turned and left. Kuro took the opportunity to grab Mr. Tanaka, and the two walked to a secluded corner together.

In a corner of the banquet, Kuro began his persuasion plan, and his target was Mr. Tanaka. He asked casually, "Tanaka, how is your life now?"

Mr. Tanaka was slightly stunned, and then replied: "Uh... the boss is very good to me, and I am very happy every day." However, Kuro suddenly changed the subject and pointed out bluntly: "Hey, you are lying!"

Mr. Tanaka was stunned and quickly denied, "I didn't." But Kuro said firmly, "No, you did." Then he turned to look at A-er and ordered, "Come on, A-er, teach this guy a lesson."

Ah Er ran over with a leg bone in his mouth, looking friendly, but with a sly look in his eyes. He was going to use his own way to make Mr. Tanaka "confess".

At the other end of the banquet hall, Tezulo had already left the banquet and walked straight down the corridor to the casino. Inside the casino, the sound of dice shaking could be heard one after another, and the gamblers all looked crazy, as if they had forgotten all the troubles in the world.

"Hua La La ~" the dice rolled in the dice cup, and every shake touched the hearts of the gamblers. Finally, "Hua La La ~ ~" the dice cup stopped shaking, and the beautiful dealer smiled charmingly at everyone present and announced: "Bet on the theorem hand, everyone ~"

The atmosphere in the casino reached a climax instantly, with gamblers placing bets one after another, looking forward to the next round of wins and losses. Tezulo stood quietly aside, observing everything in the casino, his eyes revealing a deep and calm look.

Meanwhile, the persuasion program continued in the banquet hall.

Kuro tries to make Mr. Tanaka recognize his own heart in his own unique way, while Aji assists Kuro's plan with his "special education".

After Aji let go of Mr. Tanaka's neck, he quickly clarified: "Captain Craw, I'm really not unhappy." But Craw didn't seem to believe him, and Aji also seemed a little impatient.