Two years passed in the blink of an eye.
During that time, many major events took place.
For example, Marine Headquarters gained two new Admirals:
[Fujitora] Issho and [Ryokugyu] Aramaki.
New Shichibukai positions were filled by
Buggy and Edward Weevil.
Holy Land Mary Geoise,
Chamber of Power.
The Five Elders set down the several Bounty Posters in their hands, their expressions calm as they exchanged glances.
"If there are no objections, let us designate these two as candidates for the Shichibukai positions."
Saint Saturn gripped his cane and nodded upon hearing this, his face expressionless.
"Austin chose to oppose the World Government. While this will cost us some deterrence and convenience in our actions, it cannot be denied that in many matters, we no longer need to consider Austin's wishes..."
"The choice of Shichibukai and control over their available positions now rest in our own hands."
The World Government's relationship with Austin had now deteriorated, so naturally, it no longer needed to defer to him in every matter.
Edward Weevil's status as a Shichibukai had been decided unilaterally by the World Government.
As for Buggy...
Given the social connections and leadership ability he had displayed during the Summit War, the World Government would not truly place him on the same level as Austin or Shanks.
Still, it acknowledged his "strength" to a certain extent and intended to use his name to better maintain the balance of the seas.
Saint Mars put down the paper in his hand and placed it on the table, his gaze turning dark.
He looked toward his colleagues, his eyes growing cold.
"The matter of the Shichibukai ends here. Next, let us discuss something far more important."
Bang—
A Wanted Poster was slammed onto the table.
Shock, confusion, fear...
When they saw the face on the