Gawain reached out Wado Ichimonji, then swung it up and down twice with force.
Zoro followed along on Wado Ichimonji, being tossed around by Gawain like a tug-of-war.
Seeing Zoro's appearance, Gawain smiled and stopped what he was doing.
"You take good care of this sword. If I had your previous two swords, I'd probably be crying."
After making a joke, Gawain released his grip on Wado Ichimonji with his left hand and instead lifted Zoro by the shoulder.
At the same time, he withdrew his Rokumei Kotetsu, then with a light flick of his free right hand, accompanied by a flash of electricity, Zoro's other two swords flew towards him.
Gawain simply pointed his right hand lightly in the air, and the two swords immediately spun and flew back into Zoro's scabbard.
With that, Gawain, carrying Zoro whose face was contorted in pain, headed towards where the executives and Koushirou were.
In the guest room, Shirahoshi was meeting with Uta and the others to go rabbit hunting in the forest of Shimotsuki Village.
Just as they were about to leave, Shirahoshi happened to see Gawain returning to the courtyard.
"My lord, my lord~~~."
The little girl immediately wagged her tail and came closer, like a tadpole finding its parents.
"Sir, I'm planning to go look for Rabbit. Would you like to come along?"
"Never mind."
Gawain shook his head and showed the Zoro in his hand to Uta.
"You guys have fun. I've injured this kid; I need to take him to get treated first."
"Oh well..."
Hearing this, Shirahoshi nodded dejectedly, then reached out and rubbed Zoro's head, even as Zoro rolled his Byakugan at her.
"Wishing you a speedy recovery, sir, the one with the headscarf and earring."
Also, your earrings are quite pretty, but getting your ears pierced must have hurt so much. I used to experience terrible pain from them.
By the way, you have to be strong and get well soon~~~."
Shirahoshi said to Zoro in a cute and innocent way, leaving Zoro speechless.
For some reason, Zoro suddenly felt that this enormous Merfolk in front of him might be mistaking him for a bunny!
What's with that look in his eyes when he looks at a pet?
Fortunately, Shirahoshi didn't stay long, and the girls left quickly, saving Zoro the trouble of rolling his eyes again.
When Gawain led him into the guest room, Koushirou was there making tea for the cadres.
When he saw the injured Zoro, Koushirou's eyebrows furrowed involuntarily.
Seeing this, Gawain chuckled and explained.
"This kid has real talent, and his personality is very much like a swordsman's. He'll at least become a great swordsman in the future."
He didn't even flinch when I attacked him; he was incredibly tough, I really admire that."
At this point, Gawain lifted Zoro towards Chopper.
"Chopper, this kid's all yours. You seem to really like him."
"I don't have talent at all!!!"
Hearing Gawain's teasing, Chopper blushed and shook his head repeatedly.
"I just... when I saw green hair, I thought it looked a bit like grass!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Chopper bounced along on his little hooves, pattering as he walked towards Zoro.
Seeing Chopper's adorable, big-breasted appearance, Zoro finally couldn't hold back any longer.
"Wait... wait!"
He looked at Gawain in astonishment.
"Hey... hey, you old man?!"
After a satisfying fight, Zoro wasn't sure how to address Gawain, so he simply used the word he felt was most appropriate.
He called out to Gawain while pointing at Chopper was getting closer.
"Wait, sir, I think I'm injured. I can't play house with my pet like this, can I?"
Where's your ship's doctor? The one who was the doctor in One Pirate King, please have him treat me!
As soon as he finished speaking, Zoro's gaze towards Chopper became increasingly unnatural, which successfully ignited Chopper's fighting spirit.
"Hey, Moss Head, I... I'm the doctor, a super excellent doctor!"
As he emphasized it again, Chopper exerted all his strength, and with the activation of his Devil Fruit power, Chopper suddenly transformed from a small, cute, big-breasted reindeer into a two-meter-tall, muscular deer-man doctor!
This change completely dazzled Zoro.
Before Zoro could even react, his eyes widened in disbelief, and Chopper grabbed him and pulled him into his arms.
Honestly, Zoro at this point might not be a match for Chopper, since Chopper himself had been tempered and honed on the Grand Line.
Furthermore, after arriving on the Dark Bird Ship, even though Chopper was a doctor, he was trained by Grandpa Zephyr for a long time without discrimination.
In short, Zoro didn't even have the strength to struggle before Chopper carried him away...
Watching his disciple being carried away by the deer-man like a child, Koushirou's eyebrows twitched uncontrollably.
Why did he feel that everyone on the Dark Bird Ship, including the Celestial Dragon, was so unreliable?
Gawain noticed the worry on Koushirou's face and gently waved his hand.
"Don't worry, Mr. Koushirou, Chopper may look cute, but his medical skills are quite excellent."
Besides, Zoro only suffered external injuries. I've treated these kinds of minor injuries countless times, and he'll be back healthy soon."
After saying that, Gawain naturally sat down in the empty main seat, and Hancock charmingly handed Gawain a cup of tea.
After taking the teacup, Gawain took a small sip, and his eyes lit up.
"Oh, it smells like Sakura. Mr. Shiro added Sakura, didn't he?"
"Indeed, adults have a very sharp sense of taste."
Upon hearing this, Koushirou nodded as he spoke, temporarily putting aside his worries about his disciple.
After receiving a response from Koushirou, Gawain slowly put down his teacup in the main seat.
Then, he spoke softly to Koushirou.
"I had heard of your demeanor before I came here, Shiro."
After all, you are a talent that even Dragon highly values.
So, as soon as I heard your story, I rushed here.
Now that I've met Shiro, I realize this trip was worthwhile.
"I dare not accept such praise, Gawain. I am but an ordinary craftsman from an ordinary village, and I am truly unworthy of your compliment!"
Koushirou quickly refused; he could almost see what Gawain meant.
Gawain seemed to have no intention of concealing his actions; he not only openly expressed his admiration, but even his form of address began to follow suit...
First it was Mr. Koushirou, then Mr. Shiro, and then it just kept calling him Shiro Shiro!
This Celestial Dragon truly extraordinary, having defeated Mr. Garp in a bloody battle!
Gawain noticed the subtle rejection in Koushirou's eyes, but he wasn't in a hurry. Instead, he continued chatting with Koushirou.
This time, Gawain didn't talk about the environment or the future—things he intended to use to attract Koushirou.
Instead, they talked about pure swordsmanship and the Wano Country culture that Koushirou had been exposed to since childhood.
Through their conversation, Gawain learned a lot. First, Koushirou had left home at a young age, and although he had been influenced by Wano Country, the influence was not significant.
On the contrary, he admired the poetry, literature, and etiquette of the East Blue even more. This is why he is now gentle and refined, and despite having the strength of a great swordsman, he is not as loud and boisterous as the Wano Country.
On the other hand, Gawain also talked to Koushirou about the Revolutionary Army.
It was at this moment that Gawain learned that Koushirou had not actually joined the Revolutionary Army.
As for his relationship with the Revolutionary Army, it should be considered that of a supporter and the supported.
To put it another way, Koushirou was to the Revolutionary Army what overseas Chinese were like, providing them with supplies. Many of Koushirou's kendo disciples joined the Revolutionary Army, and he would occasionally give away the money and supplies he earned each year to Ryu who passed through Shimotsuki Village.
It was because of this that he formed friendships with a series of the Revolutionary Army cadres, including Kuma.
The reason Sabo was surprised that Kuma revealed Koushirou's background was because Koushirou's identity was quite special.
If Koushirou were a formal member of the Revolutionary Army, Sabo wouldn't be surprised. After all, Sabo and other formal members had already fought with Gawain's group, so what was there for them not to know each other?
As for Koushirou... he's a behind-the-scenes investor!
Even someone like Kuma didn't care and told Gawain that if this news reached the ears of the Five Elders, their Revolutionary Army would kill their friend!
In short, when Koushirou first met Gawain, they didn't talk much, and there was nothing particularly intimate between them.
The two only chatted for about ten minutes. After Zoro finished his surgery, he got lost with his bandages on and was eventually found by Chopper and taken back to the dojo.
The conversation between Gawain and Koushirou came to an appropriate end.
Looking at Zoro's excited expression, who seemed eager to draw his sword and get lost again... cough cough, I mean, to have another match, Gawain smiled and pointed to Zoro 'Zoro chest.
"Gentlemen, take a look at this young man, and remember his name."
I have a feeling that within five years, this kid will definitely be able to slay a guy like Wildfire!
"Oh?!!"
No sooner had Gawain finished speaking than Gawain 'Rayleigh eyes lit up before Zoro and Koushirou could react!
"Captain!"
Rayleigh exclaimed excitedly.
"If you're just optimistic about this kid's strength, there's absolutely no need to use Jhin as an example!"
So, you've finally decided to take action against one of the Four Emperors, and you've already decided on the direction of your attack!
As soon as he finished speaking, a glint flashed on Rayleigh's glasses. Without Gawain needing to answer, he had already tacitly accepted Gawain's answer.
Therefore, Rayleigh felt somewhat touched, after all, taking action against Kaido was entirely for Rayleigh's sake and to repay a debt!
Kaido and Rayleigh have a history of killing each other!
Gawain, however, made a resolute decision to avenge Rayleigh!
Regardless of whether Gawain had other calculations, at this moment, Rayleigh wished he had met Gawain fifteen years earlier!
Because if it were fifteen years ago, Rayleigh's experience and age would have been at their peak. Fifteen years ago, he believed he could fight Roger and Garp!
But now, he's old, he's finally old...
In the past fifteen years, he hasn't had the same ruthlessness as Garp, who relentlessly trained himself to maintain his absolute peak condition.
Moreover, even though Garp's punches are heavier than before, his stamina is definitely not what it used to be...
For a moment, Rayleigh, feeling both regretful and touched, reached out and gently patted Gawain's shoulder.
At the same time, Koushirou was nearby, quickly widened his eyes.
What did I just hear?!
Gawain and his crew are planning to take action against Four Emperors of the Sea... Kaido!!!
At this moment, Koushirou was extremely shocked, because he knew that Gawain was not a pirate, and his actions were definitely not just ordinary friction between the Four Emperors of the Sea.
Someone of Gawain's status must achieve results once he takes action!
So... Gawain's intention is to kill Kaido?!
Is the ocean about to change again?!
At the same time, Gawain chuckled softly.
"Old Master Rayleigh is right!"
As soon as he finished speaking, and everyone, including the cadres, fell silent, Gawain composed himself and said seriously.
"I've thought about this for a long time, and I always felt that Three Emperors power struggle among the pirates is more suitable for us to handle!"
Only in such a stable situation can we gain enough time for peaceful reform after the upheaval that has set off the Grand Line!
Regarding the navy and the World Government, I can coordinate with them, and if necessary, I can confront them head-on.
But with pirates, after I've reached basic agreements with Newgate and Shanks respectively, if I were to allow the even more uncontrollable Kaido and Linlin to ally with each other at any time...
That would not only be my arrogance, but also my disrespect for this ocean!
So, regarding Linlin and Kaido, whom we haven't met yet, my strategy is... kill one, scare one!
At this point, Gawain suddenly turned around and looked coldly at Koushirou and Zoro.
In an instant, Koushirou stood up, nodding with cold sweat on his face.
"Once this matter enters my ears, it will never be heard by anyone else!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Koushirou quickly pulled Zoro aside and repeatedly assured Gawain.
Gawain ignored Koushirou's assurance, glanced at him, and then continued seriously.
"Killing one and scaring another, there's a difference between the two."
Comparing Kaido and Linlin, there is no doubt that Kaido's ambition and influence are far greater than Big Linlin's!
Compared to Kaido, who is currently at his peak and even more ambitious, Linlin just wants to lie on Whole Cake Island and devour all kinds of sweets!
As long as this Four Emperors, who has lost her ambition, isn't motivated by an ambitious guy like Kaido, it's unlikely that she'll cause any trouble for our future plans between Newgate and Shanks!
I need pirate forces to put pressure on the World Government for me.
But I don't need to raise a tiger to threaten me, to let the pirate forces become a potential source of pressure for us in the future, before they even reach my plans!
Shanks and I have our own agreements, and we also share almost identical stances and goals!
Newgate had long since given up on becoming king; he only wanted to spend his later years with his sons.
Linlin, on the other hand, is controlled by her sweet tooth and only wants to eat sweets until the end of time!
Only these kinds of pirate Three Emperors are the pirate Three Emperors we need, aren't they?
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain surveyed his surroundings, making eye contact with everyone.
In that instant, he saw the excitement in the eyes of countless people.
Of course, there was also the tension in Koushirou's eyes, and the confusion in Zoro's eyes...
Zoro smirked, his lips twitching slightly.
"Hey, I don't understand. What Newgate, Shanks, Linlin Kaido? Who are they that deserve to be treated like this?"
And Master, why are you so nervous?
Confused, Zoro pulled his hand away from his master's and, with his incredibly strong heart, took two steps toward Gawain.
He said this as he walked.
"Gawain, with your strength, are you really no match for that Kaido guy?"
"As you see it, you might say you're not a great swordsman, but you're probably qualified to challenge Mihawk, right?"
"Why?"
No sooner had Zoro finished speaking than Zheng Zhong, who was sipping his tea nearby, sensed something was amiss.
So he asked with a smile.
"Hey buddy, you sound like you know Mihawk, but you don't know Kaido, Linlin, or Newgate?!"
Why should I get to know them?
When asked a question with a smile, Zoro simply shook his head.
Seeing Zoro's nonchalant attitude, Gion, standing next to Gawain, chuckled and continued to ask.
"So how did you come to know Mihawk, kid?"
"Of course I know Mihawk, he's the greatest swordsman in the world!"
Of course, I will defeat him sooner or later and become the greatest swordsman in the world!!!
Zoro answered Gion seriously, and after hearing his words, Gion paused for a moment, then turned to look at Gawain.
Gion nodded.
"He doesn't even recognize Whitebeard, the strongest man in the world, or Kaido, the strongest creature in the world."
The only thing I can't forget is Mihawk's name!
"My lord, this lad's heart is truly pure when it comes to swordsmanship!"