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Yamato, Black Maria, and Runti quickly adjusted their breathing and began to warm up according to their own habits. They knew that the following training would be a challenge to their physical limits.
But Erza doesn't need that. What she needs to practice is the three colors of Haki so that she can use it on the natural devil fruit users in this world in the future.
Kozuki Hiyori, on the other hand, was unsteady on her feet. Apart from singing to fool idiots, she had not done any physical training in these years. On the one hand, she was well protected by Denjiro, and on the other hand, she was proud of being the princess of the Hiyori family deep in her heart. As a result, she fell here all of a sudden.
Runti took off the mask she always wore and pointed at Hiyori Kozuki.
"Is this all the eldest daughter of the Kozuki family can do? She can't even stand still in the battle, so there's no way she can seek revenge on Kaido."
Yes, Runti and Black Maria, who signed the [Female Contract Book] with Shangguan Wen under the deception, no longer have any awe for Kaido. The former boss Kaido only pretended to be in front of Kaido, and would not call him that in private.
Kozuki Hiyori sarcastically said:
"How can you be any better? Your legs are still shaking, and you are just holding on."
Runti directly retorted sarcastically:
"Stop talking nonsense! At least I can stand steadily. You can't even stand steadily. Please don't embarrass Lord Shangguan. Otherwise, I will be ashamed to say that I come from the same place as you and have undergone training together."
Hiyori Kozuki's unwilling response:
"Hmph, you swollen-headed dragon, this is only temporary. My growth ceiling is no lower than yours."
Shangguan Wen clapped his hands and said:
"Stop, let's not talk about this right now. Hurry up and change your clothes. Put on the 20kg weight-bearing device and let me run 5000 meters with it."
Countless shadow hands emerged from Shangguan Wen's shadow, each holding training equipment that Shangguan Wen had obtained by signing in before, and which could now be used on them.
The first to act was Erza. She decisively took off the inappropriate clothes, changed into sportswear, and put on weight-bearing equipment. Shangguan Wen was the only man here, so what was there to worry about? He would be hers sooner or later.
Next came Yamato, Black Maria, Runti, and Kozuki Hiyori, who began to run along the track.
Chapter 29 General Mobilization
With Izo's guidance, Denjiro met the world's strongest man, Whitebeard, and Denjiro told Whitebeard everything that had happened in Wano Country over the years.
After hearing this, Whitebeard couldn't help but slap the armrest of the chair angrily and said:
"Oden, that idiot, why didn't he send someone to ask for help from me, or Roger?"
Denjiro and Izo opened their mouths to speak in defense, but the words were on the tip of their tongues, unable to come out.
Finally, Whitebeard sighed, his brain seemed to be brainwashed by Kozuki Oden's Touching Fruit. Thinking of his brother, he sighed and said softly:
"Izo, and Denjiro said that you want me to bring back the little girl Hiyori."
Denjiro bowed his head and said:
"I naturally hope to rescue the princess, but if it means the Whitebeard Pirates have to pay a heavy price, Captain Whitebeard, please don't do it. It's not worth it. It will cause the Whitebeard Pirates to suffer heavy losses, and other hostile forces will definitely take advantage of the opportunity to move in."
This made Whitebeard instantly unhappy. As the strongest man in the world, Kaido was once a trainee in the Rocks Pirates, while he was a cadre. There had been casualties in the battles over the years, but overall the Whitebeard Pirates had the upper hand. If he couldn't even get the daughter of his old friend back, how could Whitebeard continue to survive on the sea?
Upon hearing this, Whitebeard frowned, and an unquestionable determination flashed in his eyes.
"Denjiro, you're wrong. In this sea, fame isn't earned through retreat and sacrifice. Kozuki Oden is my brother, and his daughter is my niece. How can I sit back and do nothing? Moreover, this concerns the promise between brothers and the dignity that the Pirate Emperor deserves!"
He stood up, his burly figure like an unshakable mountain. His eyes were like torches as he scanned every person on the ship. His voice was loud and powerful: "I, Whitebeard, will never do anything that goes against brotherhood. Niece Hiyori must be saved, and we must win the greatest victory at the lowest cost. This is not a question of whether it's worth it, but something that must be done!"
Izo and Denjiro exchanged a glance, a mixture of gratitude and worry in their eyes. They knew Whitebeard's strength and determination, but they also understood the immense difficulty of the upcoming challenge. Yet, in the presence of the world's strongest man, they felt a courage and confidence they had never felt before.
"Dad, we are willing to follow you, no matter how difficult the road ahead is."
Izang was the first to speak out, his voice firm.
The other old crew members who knew Kozuki Oden all expressed their desire to follow their father and rescue Hiyori.
"Mr. Whitebeard"
"Call me Daddy"
"Okay, Dad, the most unpredictable person in the Beasts right now is Shangguan Wen. I only know that after a day of fighting with Kaido, Kaido was defeated. Then he became the new captain of the Beasts and began to take over the affairs of the Beasts and make internal adjustments. It also involves Wano Country, and by then there will definitely be many righteous people inside who will assist us."
Whitebeard has fought against hundreds of beasts for so many years that he knows everything about them except for a few hidden secrets.
"As for Shangguan Wen, the little devil, Chuan Jiro, how strong is he?"
Speaking of Shangguan Wen, Chuanjiro commented seriously:
"A master of three-color domineering, he is also an awakened animal-type mythical beast. His strength has surpassed Kaido. Against his father, Shangguan Wen has a 50% chance of winning. As for the others, they were all slaughtered one-sidedly."
Everyone in the Whitebeard Pirates looked at Denjiro with anger on their faces. They actually gave such a high evaluation to a newcomer who just went to sea. Who were they looking down on?
"Oh?"
Upon hearing this, Whitebeard raised his brows slightly, and a hint of surprise and interest flashed in his eyes, which had experienced many vicissitudes of life but were still sharp.
"At such a young age, he has already mastered the three-color domineering aura and possesses the power of awakened mythical beasts. This kind of talent and strength is truly rare in today's maritime world. He is indeed an opponent that cannot be underestimated and a strong person worthy of respect."
He muttered in his heart: [A young emperor, let me test the authenticity of this person.]
He gently stroked his iconic white beard and continued:
"Denjiro, I am Whitebeard, I will teach that brat a lesson. As for Kaido..."
Marco and others stepped forward and said:
"Dad, please believe us, we can hold Kaido back temporarily."
Whitebeard nodded slightly. He believed that his sons could temporarily hold Kaido back, and he also didn't believe that Kaido would hand over the Beasts Pirates to Shangguan Wen, an outsider. Kaido was not willing to be inferior to others, otherwise he would have been hanging out with that fat woman Charlotte Linlin, and would never have gone out on his own.
Whitebeard speculated that if he took action himself, with Kaido's tact, he would cooperate with his children in acting and letting them win, so he could take the time to decide the outcome with Shangguan Wen. Of course, Whitebeard also had to prepare for the worst. The aftermath of the battle in which the Four Emperors personally took part would affect the entire world. If there was any profit to be made, Charlotte Linlin would not rule out personally taking action to seize the territory.
Soon, the Whitebeard Pirates issued a notice, demanding that the Beasts Pirates hand over Hiyori Kozuki and withdraw from Wano Country, otherwise there would be a war between the two sides.
Kaido’s reply was also very simple: If you have the guts, come and join us.
The war between the Whitebeard Pirates and the Beasts Pirates soon spread throughout the ocean. The Navy Headquarters, Red-Haired Shanks, and Charlotte Linlin were all paying close attention. Except for Red-Haired Shanks, everyone else wanted to see if they could benefit from it. It would be best if Whitebeard and Kaido could fight to the death.
----split line----
at the same time.
In the first half of the Grand Line, in the Terror Triangle, on a huge three-masted sailing ship, an obese man leaned against the wall, drinking and reading about the war between the Beasts Pirates and the Whitebeard Pirates, his face full of anger.
He is Gekko Moriah. After fighting with the Beasts Pirates for the Country of Wano many years ago, he has been unable to recover and has given up on himself.
"Kaido, it's a good thing that Whitebeard killed you. From today on, I'm going to train!!"
When the subordinates heard this, they couldn't help but look at each other. Their boss was talking nonsense again. He would talk again tomorrow. In another day, that's how he would get over his obesity.
The desert kingdom of Alabasta.
Crocodile Crocodile looked at the white-bearded head portrait in the newspaper in his hand and said ferociously:
"Whitebeard, don't die at Kaido's hands. Only I can take your life. No one else can!"
Nico Robin, the new member standing behind him, had a flickering look in her eyes, and no one knew what she was thinking.
naval headquarters
After reporting to the Five Elders and the World Commander Sora, Sengoku made a prompt decision to dispatch the navy's elite led by Akainu Sakaski, Kizaru Borsalino, Garp, and Admiral candidate Gion, on 27 navy ships, to set off from headquarters to the New World to see if they could take advantage of the situation and expand the navy's sphere of influence in the New World.
New World Dressrosa
After Donquixote Doflamingo let out his signature laugh, he also wondered if he could reap the benefits. He also wanted to be one of the Four Emperors and didn't want to be controlled by others, become a pawn in the hands of others, and suffer from the bullying of many people.
However, his own strength is limited. He has basically completed the awakening of the devil fruit, but is stuck at the level of Shichibukai to Vice-Captain. He has not made any progress for many years. He wants to improve so much, but unfortunately there is no way.
The Five Elders of the World Government regard him as a disgrace and a pawn, Kaido regards him as a tool, and the same is true for the other three emperors.
"It depends on who wins or loses, so I can place a bet."
After mumbling to himself, Doflamingo picked up the Den Den Mushi and started communicating with the other end.
On the side of Wano Country.
Kaido has come out of the [House of Time and Spirit] with another group of more than 4000 men. They are wrapped in tattered clothes like mummies, but even so, they cannot hide their hearty laughter.
He fought with Shangguan Wen in there for a year, and his strength more than doubled compared to the day he entered. He liked Shangguan Wen, his son-in-law, more and more. He was good at fighting and smart, and he also supported him in launching a world war and dragging down those arrogant Tianlong people and beating them up severely.
Compared to the unfilial daughter Yamato, Shangguan Wen looked more and more pleasing to the eye. The only thing that made Kaido dissatisfied was that Shangguan Wen was a little too short. His own unfilial daughter was taller than him. But when he thought about the other's age, he was not in a hurry. He was now looking forward to how strong the offspring born to Shangguan Wen and his unfilial daughter would be.
Chapter 30: Death of Kurozumi Orochi, Devil Fruit Extraction Gloves
When Kaido and others came out of the House of Time and Spirit, they saw Shangguan Wen and the other three disasters. Among them, Jin handed Whitebeard's declaration of war to Kaido.
The latter let out his signature laugh when he saw the declaration of war. He really wanted to fight, and Whitebeard, his mortal enemy and part-time senior, was the best person to practice with.
Shangguan Wen pondered the distance between the Whitebeard Pirates and Wano Country, and the time it took to get here.
"It will take 5 to 9 days for the Whitebeard Pirates to get here. We can use this opportunity to sort out the internal affairs of Inazuma."
The two ladies, Kozuki Hiyori and Yamato, looked stern. The internal problem that Shangguan Wen mentioned was Inazuma, who changed his name to Wano Country, and the targets to be killed were Kurozumi Orochi and the daimyos from other regions who refused to join the warriors of the Hundred Beasts.
Kaido heard this and a bloodthirsty smile appeared on his lips. He patted Shangguan Wen on the shoulder and said with a smile:
"Haha, son-in-law, you are so calm and decisive. Don't worry, with me here, the Whitebeard Pirates are nothing but a bunch of clowns. As for those fence-sitters, if they don't know what's best for them, I'll teach them a lesson with my Thunder Bagua!"
Although Yamato was dissatisfied with Kaido's rudeness, he also acknowledged in his heart that his father was powerful. He just sighed softly and continued to bury himself in his work. In addition to practicing, Shangguan Wen gave Yamato another task, which was to practice calligraphy, read books, improve his elegance and wisdom, and not be stupid enough to be cheated by others and count money for the scammers.
A trace of worry flashed across Hiyori's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by a firm belief. She stood up and saluted respectfully to Shangguan Wen:
"Please rest assured, Lord Shangguan, I will give them a final word of persuasion. If they are unwilling to accept, then kill them!"
The current Kozuki Hiyori is no longer the same girl who entered the [House of Time and Spirit] a few days ago. From a weak woman who was powerless a few days ago, she has become someone with strength comparable to the Flying Six. It can be said that she and her girlfriends who trained with her know clearly how much sweat and tears she has shed.
"Go down and get ready. I'm looking forward to your performance. Yamato, Runti and the others will help you."
Kozuki Hiyori bowed slightly and withdrew, then took Runti and the others and rode back to their former home, the General's Mansion in the Flower Capital. After kicking open the door, he shouted loudly:
"I am Kozuki Hiyori. Following the orders of Lord Shangguan Wen, I will take over the entire Wano Country, renaming it Inazuma, and carrying out comprehensive reforms in the military, politics, livelihoods, and economy. Kurozumi Orochi, if you behave yourself, surrender all your power and obey my orders. Captain Kaido and Lord Shangguan, in consideration of our partnership over the years, will allow you to leave Inazuma with your money and your subordinates."
The sound was so loud that everyone in the general's mansion and outsiders could hear it. The expressions of those who heard it varied. Some of them even winked at the people around them, then quietly left and reported their names.
Kurozumi Orochi, who was drinking wine and enjoying the embrace of geishas, couldn't help but shudder when he heard the name of Kozuki. Then he heard the name of Kaido. The thing he had been most worried about happened. Kaido actually turned against his will!
Kurozumi Orochi stood up abruptly, the wine glass in his hand shattering from the force, spilling the wine all over the floor. He glared at Hiyori Kozuki who appeared at the door, his eyes gleaming with resentment and anger. The surrounding geishas were terrified by this sudden turn of events and fell to their knees, not daring to look up.
He couldn't help but point at Kozuki Hiyori and said:
"What a joke! You, a remnant of Kozuki, must be spreading rumors. Come, kill her!"
However, Kurozumi Orochi's orders were not carried out as quickly as he had hoped. Next to Hiyori Kozuki were Runti and the others, followed by the Beasts Pirates led by Drought Jack.
These people quickly took their positions the moment Kozuki Hiyori stepped into the general's mansion, and took tight control of the mansion inside and out.
"Kurozumi Orochi, your time of death has come. No one can save you today. I say that!"
Kozuki Hiyori's voice was calm and powerful. She walked forward slowly, and every step seemed to be stepping on Kurozumi Orochi's heart.
"Captain Shangguan and Vice Captain Kaido have already made new plans for the future of Wano Country, that is, Inazuma. And your era has ended."
Seeing this, Kurozumi Orochi's face became even gloomier. He knew very well that he felt the pain and despair of betrayal at this moment, but years of power made him unwilling to give up easily.
"Hmph, Kozuki Hiyori, no, you think you can shake the position of Kurozumi Orochi? What a joke!"
He waved his hand suddenly, trying to summon his confidants hiding in the dark, but found that those Oniwabanshu and patrols who had sworn allegiance to him had chosen to remain silent or flee at this critical moment.
The Oniwabanshu have 5000 ninjas, the patrols have 5000 samurai, and they all... they all tacitly abandoned this general. Damn it! Damn it! Damn it!
At this moment, Kozuki Hiyori, holding a long sword made of seastone and with a sharp gaze, walked straight towards Kurozumi Orochi.
"Black Charcoal Snake, your crimes are too numerous to list. Today is the day you pay for your sins."
Faced with the approaching enemy, Kurozumi Orochi finally realized that the game was over. He looked around and saw that the faces that once flattered him were now filled with indifference and fear.
In despair, he let out a wild laugh, which seemed to be a mockery of fate, or an expression of his unwillingness to accept his own failure.
"What a great Kozuki Hiyori, what a great Shangguan Wen! But I, Kurozumi Orochi, will never give in easily!"
With that, he lunged for the nearby window, attempting to escape. But Hiyori, anticipating this, dove in and, with a flash of lightning, blocked Kurozumi Orochi's path. With a sharp, metallic clang, the orochi fell to the ground, unable to move.
Kurozumi Orochi is a disgrace to the mythical beasts. The residents who are ruled by him with violence are not afraid of him, a scum with a combat power of only 9, but they are afraid of Kaido, the King of Beasts.
Yamato, who was carrying the mace Ajian, said with disdain:
"Hiyori, according to the text, Kurozumi Orochi is the Yamata-no-Orochi of the mythical beast species Snake-Snake Fruit. He has eight lives to live, so when killing him, you must behead him, destroy his left and right hearts, and then burn him. This is the only way to ensure that nothing goes wrong."
Kozuki Hiyori said with both disgust and emotion:
"Tsk tsk, this devil fruit is really a perfect match for Kurotan. What a waste of such an excellent mythical beast devil fruit!"
Erza took out a pair of black gloves with gold edges from her bag. These gloves were obtained by Shangguan Wen when he signed in. They were Devil Fruit Extraction Gloves. When killing the current Devil Fruit user or when the Devil Fruit user is still alive, she can use the other party's flesh and blood to deprive them of their Devil Fruit ability and transfer it to the fruit that has been prepared in advance. Each Devil Fruit can currently be extracted once.