The Four Emperors' Vigilance

The following morning, seagulls flew overhead as usual for the World Economy News Paper, but the headlines that landed in people's hands sent shockwaves through the world.

The Great Pirate King, aiming to become one of the "Four Emperors," was annihilated by the Navy in the blink of an eye!

[Half the island is frozen, possibly due to the intervention of Admiral Aokiji!]

The two short lines of bold text Impact against every corner of the ocean like a tsunami.

Countless Pirate crews in the New World trembled at the news. The destruction of Hachinosu was not only Ochoku's defeat, but also a heavy blow to the hearts of all Pirates.

The Navy today is clearly no longer as tolerant of Pirate expansion as it used to be, but has begun to take the initiative and act decisively!

At the same time, the Big Mom Pirates suddenly consolidated their forces on a large scale, recalling their scattered children and fleet, a move that immediately sparked speculation and unease from all sides.

While the Pirates were tense and on guard, the ordinary people reacted in a completely different way—

Taverns, squares, and markets in countless towns resounded with enthusiastic cheers. "Long live the Navy!!"

"That devil Ochoku is finally dead! Just last month he let his men slaughter our neighboring town!!"

"Aokiji Admiral so cool! Half the island froze instantly!!"

Ochoku's arrogance and brutality during his lifetime had already left a bloody shadow in the hearts of ordinary people, and now his downfall has instantly propelled the navy's prestige to its peak.

Holy Land Mary Geoise Power Hall

The Five Elders sat around a long table, the front page of World Economy News Paper article spread out on it reflecting their various expressions.

Saint Nusjuro and tapped the newspaper with his fingertip. "The Intelligence Department has confirmed that Aokiji did not participate in the entire campaign; he only intervened at the end to protect Gion."

Saint Shepherd Ju Peter narrowed his eyes, a hint of regret in his voice. "It's a pity... If he really takes the lead in the operation, we can take the opportunity to intervene in the navy's force deployment."

Saint Saturn flipped through Ochoku's file and said in a low voice, "Ochoku... was one of the first crew members of the Rocks Pirates. During the God Valley Incident, he had plenty of Celestial Dragons' blood on his hands."

He coldly closed the file. "Dead is no loss."

Saint Warcury frowned. "But isn't the navy's operation this time a bit too large? Freezing half an island like that...?"

Before he could finish speaking, Saint Saturn pushed another document to the center of the table. "Instead of this, take a look at the application Roy just sent."

Saint Shepherd Ju Peter reached for the document, about to flip through it, but his gaze suddenly sharpened when he saw the title. "He's going to publicly execute the Hanafuda?!"

Saint Nusjuro frowned upon hearing this. "Nonsense! The Seven Warlords of the Sea system was established by our World Government. Even Roy can't openly slap us in the face like this!"

Saint Shepherd Ju Peter raised his head, his expression turning serious. "But his reason is— Hanafuda, using his status as Shichibukai, secretly amassed a large number of Ancient Zoan Devil Fruits and secretly supplied them all to the Beasts Pirates."

"More importantly, Hanafuda and Kaido are longtime close friends..."

The moment the words left his mouth, the air in the conference room froze.

Saint Warcury's face darkened completely. "So, the Shichibukai we appointed ourselves have been secretly supplying Kaido with manpower for years?!"

Saint Mars sneered, "No wonder the Beasts Pirates ' 'Beasts Pirates' has expanded so rapidly..."

Saint Saturn narrowed his eyes, his tone slow and cold. "Roy's move is forcing us to make a choice..."

"Either admit that the Seven Warlords of the Sea system has a fatal flaw, or agree to his execution plan."

Saint Nusjuro gritted his teeth. "But if we really publicly execute a Shichibukai, the rest of them will definitely be in danger, and some might even turn against us!"

Saint Mars chuckled softly, "Perhaps, this is Roy's true purpose..."

"He wants to force us to abolish the Seven Warlords of the Sea system ourselves."

The five people sat facing each other at the long table, the atmosphere heavy as if a dark cloud had been pressing down on them.

A Revolutionary Army liberates a small country's town square.

With a smile, he leaned on his Cane Sword, walking slowly down the bustling street.

The air was filled with the aroma of bread and Desserts. Children chased and played at the alley entrance, while adults gathered in small groups, discussing the latest world news with great enthusiasm.

"Have you heard? The Navy wiped out Pirates on Hachinosu!"

"That Ochoku wanted to be one of the Four Emperors? He didn't even last a day!"

"Hahaha, the Navy did a great job this time! I heard even Admiral Aokiji got involved!"

With a smile, Ichisho's Observation Haki quietly spread out, sensing the high spirits of the surrounding crowd.

The atmosphere, a blend of relief, joy, and a sense of security, brought a slight smile to his lips.

"The Navy's attitude towards Pirates... is finally no longer a childish game of chasing and killing."

He thought to himself, "Roy's approach has indeed changed the Navy."

Looking up at the cloudless sky, Yixiao gently gripped the Cane Sword.

"Perhaps... it's time to consider Roy's suggestion."

He continued walking, as if the end of this street was the path he was about to embark on.

Onigashima

Kaido leaned back on the massive skull Throne, crushing the newspaper in his hand into shreds, the scraps of paper fluttering through his fingers.

"The Navy... is getting more and more arrogant!"

A deep, thunderous voice echoed through the hall, making the air seem even heavier.

Jin stood in the shadows and reported in a deep voice, "The Big Mom Pirates have begun to consolidate their forces. Charlotte Linlin may have sensed something in advance."

Kaido scoffed, "That old woman has a nose sharper than a dog! She must have sensed danger to suddenly retreat to her lair."

After a moment of silence, he suddenly leaned forward, his gaze sharp as a knife: "Pass down the order—"

"The Beasts Pirates are completely withdrawing their forces!"

"All Beasts Pirates, withdraw to Onigashima!"

Jin was slightly taken aback. "Boss, what's going on...?"

Kaido took a deep drag of his strong liquor, his Adam's apple bobbing, a glint of shrewdness flashing in his eyes. "The Navy's actions this time... something's not right."

"They might be planning something big!"

After the All-Stars subsided, the huge hall suddenly fell silent.

Kaido took out a special Den Den Mushi, as black as ink, from his pocket, his eyes shifting between light and shadow.

Beneath his rugged exterior, his mind was racing.

"That kid Roy wouldn't speak without reason."

"There must be a deeper intention behind the Navy's sudden show of strength."

He stroked the back of the Den Den Mushi with his thumb, but hesitated to dial the number.

Finally, he put the Den Den Mushi back in his pocket and tilted his head back to gulp down a large mouthful of strong liquor.

"Gulp--Gulp--"

Strong liquor dripped down his beard, and his breathing grew heavier.

"The navy wants to play big, huh?"

"Let's see who gives up first!!"