Gawain had indeed considered many possibilities regarding the future of the Xianyang Palace.
Initially, Gawain intended to transform Xianyang Palace into the image of the iron-fisted Great Qin.
Because no matter what, the atmosphere of the Great Qin was the most suitable for conquest.
A monarch with supreme authority is always the player with the greatest advantage in the game of conquest.
Only...
Just now, after watching more and more of his subordinates appear in the Xianyang Palace.
Gawain suddenly realized something.
He realized that he seemed to have always possessed absolute authority and control within the Xianyang Palace.
Therefore, even without using supreme authority to strictly demand things of every subject.
Those subjects could never disobey his orders.
This lack of resistance is even more absolute than in the real world.
In the real world, if Gawain asked Chaton to kill a young child, even if Chaton wouldn't dare to punch Gawain, he would at least outwardly comply while secretly trying his best to save the child's life.
Meanwhile, inside the Xianyang Palace...
Gawain's orders are absolute!
Even if the ministers possess more power and memories, their essence is no longer that of a free person, but rather that of a terracotta warrior existing solely within the Xianyang Palace!
The only difference is that terracotta warriors with insufficient potential are not free enough, while terracotta generals with both potential and strength can continue to feel the breath of the wind.
In this situation, Gawain asked himself, did Xianyang Palace really need a solemn atmosphere?
It's important to understand that while Gawain could command everyone to adopt the posture Gawain desired,
But since people do indeed possess memories and hobbies, their essence, that is, their souls, remains the human soul.
If we were to turn them all into war machines, regardless of what they were originally like, it would be a terrible situation.
So... how long can their souls remain pure, given that they are war machines?
One day, two days, perhaps that kind of perseverance can last for decades, hundreds of years, or even thousands of years.
But could the future of the Xianyang Palace and Gawain only last a few hundred years?
Even machines themselves will rust after being used for a long time.
What about the soul?
How long can they endure being forced to obey orders like machines?
If the subordinates are essentially Zerg or similar creatures, then it's fine, because Zerg civilization has always been the same.
But once humanity has tasted the flavor of freedom and happiness, and truly enjoyed life...
Humans like that are like puppies that have been given the sustenance of everyday food; they can never go back to the days when they only ate dog food...
In conclusion, at this moment, Gawain finally understood the true nature of Valhalla.
The Valhalla Odin mythology, where all the heroic spirits supposedly spend their days drinking, fighting, and reveling, is a model perfectly suited for a civilization with infinite time and infinite life!
As for the Heavenly Court's model...
Even in the Heavenly Court, the immortals, aside from being forbidden from marrying, spend their days traveling the vast ocean in the morning and the desolate Cangwu Mountain in the evening, inviting friends to drink and make merry.
If the goal of becoming an immortal wasn't for carefree living, who would choose to become an immortal?
As for the so-called Investiture List...
Tsk, it's just a task assigned by the master, isn't it?
Since the advent of philosophy, countless brilliant minds have pondered the life attitudes of those who have achieved immortality.
But after much thought, even the most diligent philosophers could only arrive at the answer of happiness.
Immortality cannot be sustained by sufficient joy and satisfaction.
In the end, all that will remain are the walking dead.
Even ascetic monks who have no worldly desires in their hearts.
What sustains them is the continuous sublimation of their thoughts and souls!
In short, no matter how much an ascetic tortures himself, what he is still pursuing is nothing more than a sense of satisfaction.
So, is turning the souls of subordinates into mere tools and eternal soldiers truly a good thing for the Xianyang Palace beyond the infinite future?
With this thought in mind, Gawain gently clapped his hands.
He smiled and addressed the crowd.
"Newgate, Kaido, and everyone else, take a closer look at the world around us!"
Any food we've tasted, any wine we've drunk, any clothing we've seen, any scenery we've conquered – all these are things we've personally experienced.
Everything we see is infinite in the Xianyang Palace; it is the perfect final resting place for the dead, a paradise far surpassing heaven!
Because we can have more than just everything we've ever wanted.
Even in this situation, we can still maintain our anticipation for the unknown landscapes of the New World and continue to witness more fulfillment!
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain raised his right hand, his fingers lightly sliding in the air.
In the blink of an eye, the tables and couches around everyone disappeared, and even the entire Xianyang Palace vanished.
The next moment, everyone suddenly appeared above a tsunami, a super tsunami with a height exceeding seven thousand meters!
Looking at the seawater beneath his feet, Whitebeard's eyes showed a hint of doubt, while Kaido simply glared at him.
"Holy shit!!!"
The old man, who had followed Gawain through two worlds, suddenly blurted out a classic Chinese curse.
Immediately afterward, amidst Kaido's curses, everyone landed on the roaring sea.
At that moment, everyone who had eaten the Devil Fruit showed expressions of terror.
No matter how powerful they become, the sea will always be a forbidden zone for them!
But then, as they all tried to escape the sea...
They floated gently on the seawater.
Hina was stunned for a moment, then couldn't help but reach out and dip her hand into the seawater, stirring it around.
When you feel the real seawater, and realize that you don't feel that desperate sense of helplessness.
Hina trembled all over!
"Is this... a sea we can embrace?"
After saying this with great anticipation, Hina plunged into the sea.
The next moment, a beautiful woman in pink appeared in the sea.
At this moment Hina was fully enjoying the sensation of swimming.
Who among those who live on this vast ocean wouldn't love it?
Whether they become marines or pirates, what they initially wanted was to experience and understand this unknown ocean more!
Just for the sake of power, far too many people ultimately lose that qualification...
Even Kaido shuddered at the sight of Hina swimming freely.
"Your Majesty, you really know how to have fun! I never thought I could go to the beach for a swimming vacation!"
After all, the sea in our Xianyang Palace could be the sea of the ninja world and the demon world.
"There are no Seastone Factor in that ocean!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Kaido transformed into a giant Azure Dragon.
Immediately afterwards, the dragon entered the sea, and at that moment Kaido suddenly gained a deeper understanding of his Devil Fruit!
How pathetic must a dragon be if it never sets foot in the sea?
And the more pathetic he was, the happier Kaido was at that moment!
Watching Kaido a blast and seeing the other young people's excited expressions, he stood to the side.
Whitebeard took a deep breath.
"So, Kaido wasn't lying to me, those of us who were supposed to die can really follow behind you and go on adventures in other worlds?"
Even in a world populated only by ordinary people, there are unique and beautiful sights to behold.
Moreover, in those unknown worlds, there must be places where gods also roam, right?
So, how beautiful must a world be to be so captivating that even the gods cannot help but linger?!
At this point, the Whitebeard laughed and extended his right hand.
"Stop this tsunami! This enormous tsunami, while the moment you roared and the giant waves you unleashed were full of power, the scenery, which could potentially harm others, is far less appealing to me than the calm sea under the setting sun!"
After saying that, Whitebeard's hand suddenly emitted a light from the Tremor-Tremor Fruit.
Immediately afterwards, the surrounding scenery changed dramatically, and the roaring waves were abruptly stopped by Whitebeard!
At the same time, Gawain waved to Whitebeard.
"Newgate, you can't change any scenery I want without my permission."
However, as long as you don't offend me, you are entitled to enjoy the life you want.
To date, I have never felt that there are any boundaries within the Xianyang Palace.
In an infinitely vast world, I shouldn't bother to stop you from transforming your own territory into whatever form you desire.
Therefore, I will grant you some authority to reshape this world!
As he spoke, Gawain confirmed his decision in his mind.
Instantly, a flood of information rushed into the minds of Whitebeard and the others.
At that moment, Yoriichi Tsugikuni couldn't help but raise his head.
"Even the empty Demon Slayer Corps headquarters is something I've missed for far too long."
I feel as if I've returned to the hillside where I once sat quietly, to watch once more the spider whose web is constantly being blown away by the wind, yet which struggles on to continue spinning its web.
Suddenly, a mountain path appeared in Yoriichi Tsugikuni. That mountain path was the Trial Mountain used by the Demon Slayer Corps to select official members.
In the earliest days, the Demon Slayer Corps, which did not have Breathing Techniques, did not need any trials. That mountain was the place where Yoriichi Tsugikuni mastered the Breathing Techniques and taught them to his teammates.
However, this only Yoriichi Tsugikuni left the Demon Slayer Corps.
Yoriichi Tsugikuni's existence and the story behind Kokushibo became a taboo.
The mountain, which originally symbolized hope, was not abandoned.
But as a place of trial, it also bore too much death and suffering that he might not have wanted to endure.
Of course, Yoriichi Tsugikuni was unaware of that future at that moment, so Yoriichi Tsugikuni saw was the place that had once made him feel most relaxed.
Even though the sea was right behind him, Yoriichi Tsugikuni, as always, walked along the boundary between the land and sea and entered the lush mountain.
On the other hand, at this moment, even Whitebeard couldn't help but widen his eyes.
The next instant, a ship almost ten times the size of the Moby Dick appeared on the drifting sea.
"Hahaha, this is Captain Rocks' flagship, the Dark Ouroboros!"
I must admit, although I don't like Captain Rocks' style, all the most carefree stories of my life happened on this ship!
Whether it was your first love or your first partner.
Hey, Kaido, you little brat, you've really gone astray! Look what that woman Linlin has taught you!
Back then, you used to follow me around at sea, calling me "Big Brother Newgate" all the time. I even took you to Mary Geoise to steal some of the Celestial Dragon's pastries and roast meat!
Later on, when you and Linglong teamed up to beat me up, you didn't hold back at all!
As soon as he finished speaking, Whitebeard ignored Kaido's response and boarded the ship with a loud laugh.
Looking at the rows of seats on the deck, he smiled and sat down in the first chair on the left side of the first row below.
Aside from Captain Rocks' chair being at the highest point, this chair is the first seat in the Rocks Pirates.
Looking to his right, the Whitebeard sighed melancholically.
"It would be great if Shiki and John could come along."
But it's nothing serious. Those guys aren't exactly good people. If we let them come with us on an adventure to the New World...
They will surely commit countless acts of slaughter!
But seriously, damn it!!!
I suddenly remembered something very important!!!
Whitebeard abruptly stopped speaking and quickly looked towards Gawain.
"Hey, Your Majesty, let's leave aside those sons who died before me. Since they didn't get to enjoy the good life in this world, I can only wish them a better heaven."
But then... cough cough...
My sons who are still alive today, whether it's Marco or Teach.
Your Majesty, you must bring them to my side!
I'm not asking you to kill them, nor do I mean that just because they acknowledge you and verbally acknowledge you as their master, they can come here after they die.
So, hehe.
How dare you let me in like that? Why don't you try those same tricks on my living sons too?
You possess not only this world, but also the potential of every one of your subordinates.
You've now become so powerful that you're almost on par with Captain Rocks. Even if my sons don't like you, they'll still acknowledge your strength, won't they?
Therefore, I must see my sons again in the future!!!
After saying that, the Whitebeard man waited expectantly for Gawain's reply.
Meeting the longing gaze of the Whitebeard, Gawain smiled and nodded.
"Of course, there are so many talented people with potential in our world."
Not just your son, I'll try my best to recruit all the promising young people in the future!
Let's not forget that no matter how relaxed and happy our current environment may be.
Our footsteps will eventually lead us out into the world!
We may approach those worlds with an attitude of conquest.
Or perhaps, we're simply enjoying the journey to New World with an adventurous spirit.
But for the New World and its people, they don't care what our attitude is.
In the future, we are destined to have no shortage of enemies.
Therefore, our team must be stronger!!!
Gawain slammed his hand on the table, giving Whitebeard a satisfactory answer.
Whitebeard stood up excitedly and nodded in satisfaction.
Haha, that's good, that's great!
It's just war, hahaha!
As long as I can see my children again.
People like Lao Duo will never run away from a fight!