Because Aokiji may have known Nico Robin's whereabouts, he kidnapped and murdered this candidate for Marine Admiral...
This "brilliant method" left Beckman speechless.
Shanks didn't adopt such a "brutal" plan, only saying that if he encountered Aokiji in the future, he could consider asking him.
In this way, the Nico Robin lead can't be relied on for the time being, and the Red-Hair Pirates can only take it one step at a time... First, they need to busy themselves with the matter of helping Inuarashi and Nekomamushi return to Wano Country, which they promised to do!
"Uncle Kozuki was able to understand the Poneglyph back then, although he didn't have time to teach them to his children, but perhaps he still has some clues! I remember Uncle Kozuki had the habit of keeping a diary..." Shanks took the opportunity to comfort Beckman and Sig.
Beckman's hope was rekindled, while Sig Yamato his diary. I read it a long time ago. It didn't mention Laugh Tale's location or anything about Ohara."
"Hey? You've already seen it? Did it mention me?" Shanks asked with great interest.
"Yes, they said you and Red Nose are very interesting and should debut as a duo," Sig casually made up.
Shanks initially looked devastated, then muttered things like, "Haven't seen Buggy in ages," acting like an Old Man...
Sig ignored him and instead discussed the trip to Wano Country with Big Fool.
Previously, the Red-Hair Pirates went to Wano Country once while Kaido was away, but they were caught by Kaido when they were leaving. Fortunately, they managed to escape, but Sig had to disguise himself as "Vladimir" and return to Wano Country with Kaido.
Yes, Kaido must be regretting his actions now!
That time, Sig was holding off Kaido, giving the others time to infiltrate Wano Country; this time, it's the other way around...
Having gone through their previous infiltration, the Red-Hair Pirates had gained some understanding of the Beasts Pirates' strength.
Just a year ago, Shanks only narrowly defeated King, who was just one of the All-Stars of the Beasts Pirates!
Although the growth of the Red-Hair Pirates over the past year is not to be underestimated, Beckman dares not be careless considering the possibility of going to war with Kaido this time.
On the contrary, Sig became more confident—because the situation in Wano Country should be much better than it was a year ago.
Although he hadn't been able to contact Yamato for a year, Sig believed that Yamato, as shogun, had more autonomy than when Kurozumi was shogun.
If we take an optimistic view, perhaps the Beasts Pirates are no longer directly interfering in Wano Country's affairs, but are simply continuing to exploit the region.
Even with a conservative estimate, it certainly restricted the Beasts Pirates' operational range within Wano Country.
Sig's goal was simply to take Inuarashi and Nekomamushi to meet Yamato and Hiyori, and to gain a firsthand understanding of the complex situation in Wano Country. If they were lucky, they wouldn't be discovered by the Beasts Pirates.
Sig and Big Fool had agreed on a time to set off, originally planning to leave in half a month. However, Inuarashi didn't care about his injuries at all and insisted on leaving as soon as possible.
However, they ended up needing an extra week of rest, since Inuarashi had been pierced through the chest by a blade...
As for whether the Mink Principality will be attacked by Katrin Demi again after Inuarashi and Nekomamushi leave, Big Fool says that Katrin Demi has never had a precedent of "returning to attack." After suffering a great loss, she always stays far away, which is an important reason why she has been able to remain active until now.
After all, if she had been prepared, her life-saving measures might not have been effective a second time...
However, just to be on the safe side, Sig asked Violet to stay.
Actually, Sig originally wanted to take Violet home in the next few days, but Violet was reluctant, so he changed his mind and let her stay in the Mink Principality to help out.
Although the Glint-Glint Fruit cannot see through illusions, it can monitor from a very long distance, which can be considered a relatively convenient way to detect illusions.
Afterwards, Sig handed the pointer to Dressrosa to the people of the Mink Principality, asking them to send Violet back in a month or two.
Violet was still not entirely satisfied with this arrangement—she was supposed to help, but it felt like this Fish-Man was just passing the buck.
You've found your comrades, so you're turning your back on them now?
However, although Sig didn't mention Wano Country, he did tell her that the Red-Hair Pirates were going to "fight" Kaido afterward, and it wasn't appropriate for the Dressrosa Princess to get involved.
Violet was finally stopped, but she was still reluctant. Sig, who always understood women's feelings, noticed her mood and immediately added, "Actually, there's something else that only you can help me with... Have you seen the freshwater treatment system in the city of the Mink Principality? They don't even have the blueprints anymore. I need you to use your perspective ability to draw it for me. I'll need it very much later."
"Hmph, why should I help you?" Violet scoffed.
Well, I'm still unhappy with Sig's actions, but compared to the feeling of being "dumped," the "exploitation" is actually much more enjoyable.
With that in mind, and given that there's still a week left, what can't Sig do to appease him?
Finally, he even learned the etiquette of the Mink Tribe and gave Violet Karuchiu a proper greeting, so she had no reason to refuse.
One week later...
Sig, Inuarashi, Nekomamushi also boarded the Red Fox and left the Mink Principality together—dragging Griffin directly off Zunesha's back.
Griffin, Inuarashi, and Nekomamushi were all amazed, after all, they had seen this egg before, and they never imagined it would grow so big...
After leaving the misty area surrounding Zunesha, the Red Voss, guided by Sig, approached Wano Country.
However, upon approaching the territory of the Beasts Pirates, Sig, Inuarashi, and Nekomamushi disembarked and left the Red Fox.
In addition, Whitey Bay, Jack, and Wanda also followed. Whitey Bay originally followed Sig, but Sig wasn't entirely at ease with his mind. In critical moments, only he could restrain him using non-violent means. As for Jack, he insisted on following along entirely because Whitey Bay was with him.
As for Wanda... she's essential for Inuarashi and Nekomamushi to communicate!
Without the "King Bird," the two would never speak to each other; it was a matter of principle.
Although there are only six people, the boat they use cannot be too small; a regular landing craft is definitely not suitable!
Even Sig, who is as tall as Admiral, felt like a dwarf standing in front of the four "pillars" that averaged over six meters in height. Wanda, on the other hand, appeared exceptionally petite...
Fortunately, the refitted Red Fosse had a spare boat that was not only the right size but also had the capability for short-duration diving, making it a perfect fit.
Moreover, Jack himself can steer, Inuarashi and Nekomamushi used to be on Roger's ship and did a lot of Sailor, Whitey Bay has the experience of hiring crew members to be wiped out, so he knows a bit about steering and Sailor, and Sig is a ready-made Navigator, so there's no need to worry about operating the ship.
Each of these Sailor is capable of doing the work of ten.
Only Wanda was a little embarrassed. It was her first time leaving the Mink Principality, and she was even a bit seasick, so she couldn't help with anything.
Jack then started having a blast...
"Who do you think I am? First mate? Pfft... I can go ten days and ten nights without sleep, no need for shifts! You kid, don't slack off, get back to being Sailor... no, a trainee Sailor!"
Jack declared that even if he were to die from exhaustion at the helm, he had to gain the authority to command the Sailor, Whitey Bay.
"Didn't you eat? The deck isn't reflective after you mopped it? Who taught you how to mop the floor?!"
"Back when I was a trainee sailor... it seems like each new batch is worse than the last!"
"Okay, after you mop the floor, bring all the rum barrels out to air them... Huh? What's it to you why? Just do what I tell you to do!"