Within the Governor's Mansion on Hope Island, powerful figures who held authority over major decisions of the island were seated around an ornate table. 0

A note was being passed around. As each of them scanned its contents, an array of expressions could be seen on their faces. There was excitement, surprise, uncertainty, and even some indecipherable.0

Slam!0

Dipp pounded his fist onto the table. The golden earring that dangled from his left ear swayed back and forth due to his sudden movement.0

"Since we have received news of Captain, why are we still hesitating? We should quickly go over and bring him back!"0

Seated next to him, Leonardo shook his head in disagreement. "Based on the information sent over by Whereto, it seemed highly implausible. Their demands are excessive as well. Thirty percent of our fruit supply and unilateral military...0