Prelude to Subjugating Wano Country!

"Perhaps it's not that a fight didn't happen, but rather that even after a fight, things might not be over."

"I'm guessing," said Jaygarcia Saint Saturn, gripping his cane.

"Is it possible that Kozuki Oden has already been defeated by Kaido, either killed in battle or imprisoned?"

"Really!"

Shepard X. Shepherd Ju Peter found this argument quite reasonable and laughed, "If that's the case, Kaido has already been captured by us, then Wano Country is currently appearing mysterious and difficult to enter, but is actually quite weak inside, with no top-tier combat power to hold it over?"

These words elicited a "very likely" expression from the other Five Elders.

As mentioned before, if even Kaido and his Beasts Pirates could suppress Wano Country, then it proves that the current Wano Country is completely different from the Wano Country of hundreds of years ago.

"I think we can send someone in to take a look. No need for infiltration, just barge in and bring back the information. Once our suspicions are confirmed, then..."

A sharp glint flashed in Topman Saint Topman Warcury's eyes as he said emphatically, "Subdue this Land of Samurai in one fell swoop!"

Wano Country is incredibly valuable, boasting Seastone, Liquor Iron Ore, Meito, Seastone processing technology, and more. Crucially, it's also the birthplace of the Poneglyph.

"The problem is, even if CIPHER POL discovers that Wano Country is vulnerable, who should we send to suppress them? And how can we ensure the fleet can successfully land on the island?"

Marcus Saint Mars raised a question.

"Indeed, given the uncertainty surrounding Kozuki Oden's continued existence, at least one of our strongest fighters should lead the team, but..."

Zambalong V. Saint Nusjuro pondered for a moment.

The current situation is that the military's high-level combat capabilities are also somewhat stretched thin.

In the Navy, Sengoku has been promoted to Fleet Admiral. Although it hasn't been officially announced yet, it's definitely not suitable for him to lead the team personally. Zephyr is still receiving treatment for asthma in the Drum Kingdom, and Garp will be stationed on Fish-Man Island while Aokiji is on his mission to the Polar Ice Continent.

Although the Army has Akainu, he hasn't reached his maximum combat strength yet.

If Kozuki Oden hadn't been involved in any trouble in Wano Country, and a conflict had broken out between the two sides, he would most likely have become the second Admiral in history to die there.

"How about sending an Aegis over there?"

After a moment's hesitation, Topman Saint Topman Warcury spoke his mind.

Before Aokiji, Akainu, Kizaru, Bullet, and others had fully matured, he felt that this was all he could do.

"I do have an idea."

At that moment, Jaygarcia Saint Saturn light flashed, and he grinned.

But the hideous scars on his face made him look even more terrifying.

"Um?"

The other four focused their attention on the Five Elders had previously been the least powerful among them.

"Isn't Kaido locked up in Impel Down's 'Level 6 Infinite Hell'? We can use Taklama's Pet-Pet Fruit ability to order him to obey someone else, and then have that person take Kaido to Wano Country. We can also let Kaido use his ability to make the fleet fly, and wouldn't that solve all the problems?"

After hearing his method, everyone's eyes lit up.

"But can this 'Slave King' really do such a thing? The distance from Impel Down to Wano Country is quite long," Shepard X. Shepherd Ju Peter asked doubtfully.

"He was incapable before he Awakening, but he has been Awakening for many years now."

Jaygarcia Saint Saturn said with a chuckle, "Before Awakening, he could only control his 'slaves' through sound, but after Awakening, he can store the 'rules' in the 'collar' beforehand, so that even if the 'slaves' leave his sight, they cannot violate his 'rules'."

"Back then, Taklama used this Awakening ability to set 'rules' for all his soldiers: no desertion, no surrender, and they must fight with all their might."

Topman Saint Topman Warcury, "This ability is truly amazing! It would be even better if everyone in the world could use it!"

"How is this possible?"

Jaygarcia Saint Saturn laughed and said, "We all know that the power of Devil Fruit has an upper limit. It is said that Taklama once conducted an experiment, and he could put 'collars' on a maximum of 50,000 people."

"An army of 50,000 'slaves' who are absolutely obedient to orders and fight with all their might is quite formidable!" Zambalong V. Saint Nusjuro said with delight, looking at him with surprise.

"I think Taklama's abilities are more suitable for warfare. Do you think it's possible to transfer him to the Army?"

These words instantly wiped the smile off Jaygarcia Saint Saturn's face, and he chose to refuse without hesitation, "No, the Pet-Pet Fruit's power is perfectly suited for Impel Down!"

"Among the prisoners we will be detaining in the future, there will inevitably be dangerous individuals from other worlds. The only use of Seastone for them will be to ensure their durability."

"But those bizarre and unique abilities cannot be suppressed. That's when the 'collar' is needed to force them to not resist, escape from prison, or use their abilities!"

His words were so decisive that there was no room for negotiation, which displeased Zambalong V. Saint Nusjuro, and his eyes turned stern.

The latter never expected this younger brother to speak to him in such an assertive manner.

At this point, Topman Saint Topman Warcury interrupted him to say something even tougher, and continued his confrontation with Jaygarcia Saint Saturn.

"I think that's not wrong either, especially considering the Kabaneri known as 'Nue' in the Kabane World."

"Even when they were restrained by Seastone, they could still resist using the sticky black threads and mental fluctuations, which is enough to show that Seastone is only effective against Devil Fruit User."

Shepard X. Shepherd Ju Peter quickly chimed in, not wanting the atmosphere to become too awkward, and said with a smile, "Let's continue talking about Kaido."

"I think we can give him a hint about the other world. It would be incredibly tempting for someone like Kaido who's obsessed with war and battle. Look at Bullet and Crocodile, how much fun are they having now?"

After the two men spoke in succession, Zambalong V. Saint Nusjuro didn't say much, only snorted coldly and agreed expressionlessly.

"Of course! Compared to the squabbles within one world, the wars and battles between powerful beings from countless other worlds are definitely more appealing!"

Topman Saint Topman Warcury made the decision, "In that case, let's leave the Wano Country matter as it is. I'll report this to Imu and see his opinion."

Since the matter involved Wano Country, he definitely needed to inform Imu. He then picked up the Den Den Den Mushi from the coffee table and dialed the number.

"Um?"

Soon, an extremely arrogant nasal voice rang out in the Authority Room, instantly causing the Five Elders to sit up straight. Even Zambalong V. Saint Nusjuro dared not continue to lean back on the sofa and immediately straightened up.

"Lord Imu, regarding the unification of all kingdoms, since relations between Wano Country and Elbaf have been hindered, we are preparing to [take action] against Wano Country."

After about five minutes, Topman Saint Topman Warcury recounted what they had just discussed. Imu, who was in the Moon Chamber Realm, listened and quickly made a decision.

"I've already made my decision regarding the person who will lead the suppression in Wano Country. You all prepare everything, and this person will naturally go when the time comes!"