The Sweet Four Generals' Decision

In that instant, Roy appeared behind Big Mom, tearing open a deep, dark spatial rift that completely swallowed the white beam of light. At the same time, a similar spatial rift appeared above Pluton's massive body, and a white beam of light pierced through it.

Click!

The already severely damaged protective shield shattered instantly under such a terrifying attack. The white beam of light continued its force as it struck the giant whale, causing it to let out a painful cry. To everyone's surprise, the giant whale's body did not develop a huge hole as they had imagined; instead, it blocked the beam of energy.

It should be noted that although the beam of light had consumed most of its energy when it annihilated Big Mom and destroyed the protective shield, it still possessed immense power. Ordinary steel would probably have been instantly vaporized, demonstrating that this giant whale had a terrifyingly strong physique after its transformation.

However, Roy didn't care about any of that. As long as the barrier that prevented him from traversing space disappeared, no matter how hard the giant whale's body was, it would absolutely not be able to stop his invasion.

In a flash, Roy disappeared from everyone's sight.

Only now have Enel, Katakuri, and the others recovered from the shock of these successive upheavals.

So much happened in that instant that they were overwhelmed and their minds went blank.

However, even after they came to their senses, they were still somewhat bewildered and at a loss.

Should we go collect the body? But Big Mom had been completely blasted into nothingness by that cannon shot, and not even a single fragment of flesh and blood could be collected.

Seeking revenge? But they also knew that the moment Roy disappeared from their sight, the battle would be over.

Are they in pain and despair? Not really. Their feelings for Big Mom are more fear than respect. Apart from some initial discomfort, they are mostly confused now.

They were used to obedience and following their mother's orders, and now that they were suddenly free, they felt somewhat uncomfortable.

Inside the Pluton Whale, Roy's Observation Haki radiated outwards, quickly locating Prince Loki.

The moment Roy saw Prince Loki again, even though he was mentally prepared, he was still shocked by his current appearance. The once majestic and mighty giant Prince had shrunk too much, his body was withered and emaciated, and he looked like a decaying corpse on the verge of death. No one who saw him would believe that the old man with most of his body lying in a coffin was the same heroic giant Prince from before.

Before him was an altar, filled with the smell of blood.

Upon discovering Roy's arrival, Prince Loki did not offer much resistance but calmly left the altar. Immediately afterward, the surrounding instruments went dark, and Roy could even sense that this Extremely Evil Battleship was sinking back into the sea.

Roy thought to himself, it seems he was right after all. Loki's royal bloodline is the key to controlling or awakening Pluton. He was in a hurry to break through the barrier because he was worried that Loki would consume all his blood.

Unfortunately, he was too late. Given Prince Loki's current condition, the blood in his body could only awaken Pluton once at most. In other words, all his efforts were for nothing more than obtaining a one-time weapon of war.

Although Roy was somewhat disappointed, he wasn't overly pessimistic. Even if he only had one chance to use it, it was enough for his plan. Besides, with Vegapunk's research capabilities, he might be able to help him unlock the limitations of Pluton. At the very least, he could disassemble Pluton's war machines and install them on the Mechanical Giant Turtle. Either way, he wouldn't lose out.

"Prince Loki, you are a smart man. Even for the sake of the remaining Giants, I'm sure you wouldn't refuse my request!"

Prince Loki hesitated for a moment, then answered weakly, "What do you want to know?"

He knew very well that he had nothing worth the other party plotting against him, except for some history he knew.

"Tell me everything you know about the history recorded by your Giants, the truth buried in the years, the origin and use of Pluton."

"All the answers lie on the War Tree... the Adam Treasure Tree that you outsiders talk about. My body can no longer support me to say much more. If you want to know, go and find it yourself. I hope you can preserve some last embers for the Giants, even if they live on in the dream you have woven!" Loki's decaying eyes suddenly shone with infinite light, as if he were experiencing a final burst of energy before death.

"I would have done it even without you telling me. You Giants are excellent weapons of war. It would be too much of a waste to wipe you out." Roy said indifferently and coldly.

"That's good, that's good..." Loki murmured to himself, the light in his eyes quickly dimming. He had already been beaten to the point of death by Roy, and after sacrificing most of his blood, he finally could not hold on any longer, and the breath of his life completely dissipated.

Roy remained unmoved. Prince Loki was indeed a respectable enemy, but he never had any thoughts of "mutual respect" or "mutual admiration." He only knew how to "make the most of everything."

So Roy reached out with his right hand and grabbed at Prince Loki's body, drawing out all the remaining blood. He then conjured a glass container to store the blood, while Prince Loki's body was completely withered and decayed, as if it had been eroded by thousands of years.

Elbaf.

Roy stepped out of the space and returned to the ground.

At this moment, Katakuri waited for Smoothie and the others to approach. His expression was complicated, but he still knelt on one knee and said respectfully, "Captain Roy, please allow us to join your ranks."

This decision was made out of necessity. Although their strength is still considerable, the Big Mom Pirate Crew's actual threat has greatly decreased since they lost the deterrent effect of the Four Emperors.

Whether it's those who covet their power or their former enemies who were oppressed by Big Mom, they might all be thinking of challenging their status to compete for the new throne of the Four Emperors. They themselves might be able to protect themselves, but the rest of the Charlotte Family might not be so safe.

Moreover, they also found that they seemed to have some difficulty understanding this chaotic era, not knowing when it had become so disorderly.

The World Government" are stirring, the Marine Headquarters is frequently engaged in wars, and New Era heroes of the sea are emerging like a tide.

With Whitebeard aging, Kaido defeated, Red Hair falling into obscurity, and Big Mom's death, the power structure of the Great Seas, led by the Four Emperors, has almost completely collapsed.

This is the best of times, with heroes rising up and war raging, where everyone can vie for the highest throne; but it is also the worst of times, with the Four Emperors falling silent and Nightmare rising, an even heavier mountain pressing down on everyone's backs, making it impossible to see any hope.

That's why Katakuri made this decision. In his view, no one in this world is more qualified than Nightmare to reach the top of this sea. Submitting to the future Pirate Kings is the best destiny for the Charlotte Family.

"You've made up your mind? No regrets?" Roy asked, his hands behind his back.

"The Charlotte Family will be the sharpest weapon in your hands!"