Recalling Kaido's methods of educating him, Gawain smiled knowingly.
I don't know why, maybe it's some kind of global boost.
It was supposed to be a simple form of corporal punishment, but after getting hit twice, he suddenly understood everything.
Gawain had already Gawain the Six Powers to an exceptional degree; he had even learned advanced techniques of the Rokushiki from Lucci and his group.
But the process of Seimei Kikan to its original state has been ongoing for the past eight months, and it hasn't been completed until now.
Even a super genius like him, who combines the talents of countless people, was trapped by a membrane.
In the end, what finally broke through that barrier was Teacher Kaido's spiked club and Raimei Hakke...
So...
Is this what they mean by mutual generation and mutual restraint?
As he thought about it, Gawain waved his hand.
"There's no need for everyone to gather here anymore. I'm perfectly healthy; in fact, I've become much stronger."
"So, everyone, continue with your tasks. I also need to finish dealing with the Wano Country."
After saying that, Gawain raised his hand to disperse the crowd, and everyone naturally went about their own business.
Rayleigh, Ichisho, Zephyr, and others gathered for drinks, while Mihawk remained secluded in his castle.
While the Shichibukai rested and recovered from their injuries, the three Ace brothers took the opportunity to eat and drink to their hearts' content.
Gawain ate West City, and those three big eaters didn't even eat breakfast this morning, except for Luffy!
Leaving the men aside, the women soaked in the hot springs, and incidentally dragged Yamato, who insisted on going to the men's bath, into the women's bath.
Despite being a woman herself, Yamato, and her face turned as red as a monkey's butt.
In the end, it was only Gion and Hancock joined forces to control Yamato that Robin had the opportunity to tear off Yamato's loincloth and replace it with a more versatile school swimsuit.
Although Yamato didn't say she was willing, she was actually quite happy.
After all, Oden did wear women's clothing, and he started visiting Kabukicho Oden was only three years old.
And the girls.
They didn't think Yamato was pretentious; rather, they thought it Yamato himself.
There are quite a few ways to play.
Among the girls, the only one who didn't participate in the hot spring project is probably the diligent Nami.
She really didn't want to rest because, for her, the feeling of living off money gave her endless energy.
As a result, Nami's enthusiasm forced Hiyori to stay by Nami's side.
As the nominal ruler of Wano Country, this suddenly appointed female general has to personally organize and hand over the Wano Country's hidden treasures...
While Hiyori and Nami were busy preparing food, Gawain entered with Kaya and a large group of guards carrying food.
Upon seeing Gawain from afar, Hiyori practiced ease.
"Greetings, Your Excellency."
She said something coquettishly, then prostrated herself on the ground, making her loose-fitting ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress) appear even looser, and incidentally showing Gawain just how white milk really is, and how white can be with a rosy tinge.
Watching Gawain's actions from the side, Hiyori's secretary Kaya, pursed her lips unhappily, then took a large bucket of Sea Beast Milk from the guard and handed it to Gawain.
Gawain glanced at Kaya with amusement at the beast milk, then drank it all in one gulp.
Gawain gently wiped his mouth Hiyori.
"Please rise."
"Thank you for your mercy, sir."
Hiyori and stood in the air with a petite and charming posture.
Looking at her slender figure and her Japanese Yamato- like attire.
Gawain actually started to feel a genuine desire to resist the Japanese.
Suppressing his inner reverie, Gawain smiled gently, but his words were anything but gentle.
"Hiyori, how's the matter I asked you about a while ago going?"
"Please rest assured, my lord, the daimyo from all over Wano Country have been gathered by me in the temporary palace."
Although the sleeping conditions here are poor, there are no dancers or similar entertainment arrangements to enrich the lives of the daimyo.
But the daimyo clearly knew how to be content, and were quite at ease with their lot."
As soon as she finished speaking, Hiyori smiled gently, and Gawain nodded knowingly at her smile.
"Is that so? It seems that some daimyo have made requests or used terms like 'dancer' to describe you."
In short, ha, as the shogun of Wano Country I personally appointed, in their eyes, you still can't escape your past as a courtesan?"
As he spoke, Gawain's gaze softened further, and a smile even appeared on his lips.
But seeing Gawain's smile, Hiyori felt a slight chill run down her spine.
His words did indeed carry a probing meaning: to test his position in the eyes of the adults, to test the adults' sensitivity and wisdom in their speech, and to test the adults' attitude towards the daimyo.
Most importantly, the key point in his words was the obedience of the daimyo to their superiors, and their potential lack of obedience to him, the shogun.
Such probing is aimed at... gaining more power from the adults to command the daimyo to obey him as general!
But the adults' response gave me the answer...
That answer was far more than I had ever wanted!
It's even gotten to the point where it's unbearable!!!
Beside him, Gawain clearly saw Hiyori deep in thought, a thought that pleased Gawain greatly.
Wano Country does not possess the power to resist Gawain, so what Gawain needs is a smarter ruler who can handle the aftermath for him, but whose foundation is not very solid.
Both Kurozumi Orochi and Yamato possess these qualities, so both of them can be used for tasks.
However, Kurozumi Orochi had a history of enduring hardship and biding his time, so Hiyori's victory wasn't bad. At least Gawain wouldn't need to be so distracted in Wano Country.
Thinking this, Gawain reached out and gently pinched Hiyori's chin.
He pinched Hiyori's chin with his thumb and ring finger, then lifted it slightly with his middle and index fingers, causing Hiyori's head to lift proudly.
Looking at Hiyori looking up at that angle, Gawain smiled with satisfaction.
"Hiyori, I know you haven't lost anything in the life of a courtesan, so don't really act like a courtesan and easily lower your head."
Be a little more arrogant in the future; you might as well learn from Kurozumi Orochi, who actually looks more like a general.
Remember, I'm still standing behind you. Not everyone has the opportunity you have.
If you give in too much, won't people look down on the help I've given you?
After saying that, Gawain released Hiyori, whose face seemed flushed, and then turned to Kaya.
"Kaya, go find Shiryu and tell him I want to eat fish!"
My appetite has been getting bigger lately, but thankfully I'm growing faster too, haha.
Go.
Gawain waved his hand, Kaya immediately left. Just as Kaya was gone, Gawain turned back Hiyori.
"Wano Country has been through war and will not have to pay taxes for the next three years, which means it will be like Heavenly Tribute."
Nami, let me make a note of this: I'll use my personal treasury to cover the Heavenly Tribute for Wano Country for the next three years. I hope this will make things a little easier for the civilians who are lucky enough to survive.
In addition, I will set aside some money and supplies to hold a proper memorial banquet for Wano Country.
As for whom we should mourn, well...
The cruelty of war lies in the fact that no one can escape its flames; no matter how noble or not, one is reduced to nothing but ruins.
Fortunately, although all the daimyo in various regions perished in the war, the heir of the Kozuki Clan still exists in Wano Country.
At this point, Gawain reached out and gently patted the stiff Hiyori.
Enjoying the warmth of the Hiyori, Gawain smiled slightly.
"Did you hear that, Hiyori? From now on, the Wano Country will depend on you alone."
Even though you're a girl, I hope you'll be strong enough.
Can you try to do better than I imagine?
"I... I'm alone..."
Am I the only one...?!
In a short time, Hiyori understood all of Gawain's orders.
It's uncertain whether Mr. Shiryu will eliminate all the daimyo.
If Shiryu kills them all, then... he must quickly devise a propaganda campaign to appease the samurai and civilians under their rule.
But if Shiryu simply arrested all those people...
Then... I'll be the one to take action!
They had no way out, because people couldn't even refuse any evil request from the Celestial Dragon, let alone Celestial Dragon good intentions!
So, will the future Wano Country truly belong to me alone?
Will my control over Wano Country be even more thorough and absolute than that of my ancestors, including my grandfather and father?!
In that instant, Gawain seemed to see Hiyori's eyes blazing.
Gawain narrowed his eyes in satisfaction. He liked that look, especially when it appeared on a tool that could never escape his control.
What did Gawain give Hiyori?
A unique position of princess, possessing at least overt autonomy.
He's given so much, so of course he hopes that Hiyori and phrase he utters reflects responsibility and dedication.
While thinking, Gawain released Hiyori's shoulder and continued to deal with the food behind him.
While eating heartily, Gawain glanced at Nami.
"Nami, don't just focus on the treasure; resources are more important than treasure."
You should set aside some time to invest in and build factories in Wano Country as soon as possible. You should not only operate Wano Country as the main station of the New World's Sea Train, but also use the large-scale Seastone mining industry to provide jobs for the people of Wano Country who are suffering in the sea.
Meanwhile, have a chat with Hiyori and prepare for the complete opening of Wano Country.
Although I defeated Kaido's Beasts Pirates, I do not want to take over Kaido's territory.
Rather than becoming an unconventional Yonko (Four Emperors of the Sea), I would prefer to become a bridge between pirates and ordinary people.
"By utilizing Wano Country as a platform, we aim to provide a space for future visitors who will travel from all Four Blues by Sea Train, traversing all sea routes to Wano Country to explore the New World, to gradually become familiar with and interact with the great pirates of the New World!"
After saying that, Gawain turned and left, completely ignoring how unpleasant Nami's expression was.
Gawain could care more, because whenever he brought up any spending plans to Nami's expression never improved.
That's simply because she likes money; it doesn't mean there's anything wrong with her plan.
Sure enough, after Gawain left, Nami immediately put on a bitter face and frantically started calculating her expenses.
While calculating, she kept glancing at Hiyori with her little eyes.
Our Dark Bird Ship is engaged in aid work, or perhaps we're even developing a new tourism industry for your Wano Country.
Aren't you going to offer any support?
Hiyori, of course, understood Nami's thoughts. She smiled innocently and then hugged Nami's arm.
"Miss Nami, Gawain looks so charming when he's serious. I really envy you girls who can live on the Dark Bird Ship."
Besides, the adult is so kind-hearted; he has helped Wano Country so much.
He has been devoted to me, and I cannot be irresponsible towards him.
We absolutely cannot let the Dark Bird Ship's sacrifice be in vain!
At this point, Hiyori, and her expression turned somewhat grim.
After a brief moment of thought, she continued.
"The Wano Country now has virtually no other treasures besides your spoils of war."
Even if I wanted to cover your expenses, it seems I am unable to do so.
How about this: all the Seastone mined in Wano Country over the next twenty years will be donated by us to you and your mining company!
Wano Country needs most right now is enough stable jobs and material aid from the Dark Bird Ship.
As for Seastone, although it is relatively precious, it cannot fill an empty stomach.
So, um.
Nami, you absolutely have to help me out! Say a few good words for me in front of the adults!
The people of Wano Country desperately need your favor, sir. I also long to serve you by your side, that is, to serve you on the Dark Bird Ship!
"Hmm~."
Nami readily agreed to Hiyori's request; it was no problem for her.
Meanwhile, Gawain returned to the Dark Bird Ship and then went back to his room.
He ate all morning, and his jaw started to ache.
He needs to rest well, both to digest the knowledge Kaido has imparted and to get used to his newly developed body.
Cells need rest to be healthier; this is a truth.
However, it's quite obvious that whenever the men are about to have a proper rest, some inexplicable bad guys will come knocking on their door.
Less than twenty minutes after Gawain lay down, his door was carefully pushed open.
Hancock peeked around to make sure no one was following her and that there was no one else in the room, then blushed and darted in, walking slowly toward Gawain.
As she walked, she muttered to herself inexplicably.
"They're already serving ochazuke (rice with tea) in Gion, and the banquet at the onsen (hot spring) is in progress."
Shirahoshi was kept occupied by me, and Isuka also helped me out. They would take Shirahoshi to play water polo for at least a few hours before it ended.
Mr. Rayleigh drank too much, and Sister Shakky took him away too. It seems everyone thinks the same way.
"I was so nervous I didn't eat lunch, but I just took a bath and drank a lot of warm water... um~?!!"
Before Hancock could finish speaking, Gawain pulled her into his arms.
While picking the raw meat, Gawain couldn't help but purse his lips.
"I thought we'd be more natural, after all, you've been waiting a long time, Hancock."
"How could it be natural? You yourself said that I've been waiting for a long time..."
Hancock took a sigh of grievance, then involuntarily arched her back.
As for Gawain, well...
He could only sigh, realizing that the Seimei Kikan was indeed not for nothing.