Tsugikuni Yoriichi, who had left Migo Town and set sail for home, probably never imagined that no sooner had he departed than the Whitebeard Pirates would land on the island and claim Migo Town as their territory.
It almost felt as if Tsugikuni Yoriichi had become a thug for the Whitebeard Pirates, protecting their future "territory."
After Marco returned to the ship, Whitebeard, seated at the base of the mast with his chin resting on one hand, asked him, "Marco, has everything been taken care of?"
Whitebeard had accompanied Marco to Migo Town this time. First, because he was worried about Marco, and second, because Whitebeard himself was bored.
His sons had gone out to handle business, leaving no one by his side. If this "lonely old widower" were left by himself, it would be unbearably dull.
"Yeah!"
"It's all taken care of!"
Marco looked very pleased. At his age, he cared greatly about appearances, and seeing the townspeople trembling and hiding in their homes when he landed on the island had made him feel rather impressive.
"Since it's done, let's get going."
"We've stayed on that island long enough. It's time to go somewhere else."
"Marco, how about Wano Country? It's been a long time since we've seen that guy Oden. Let's go pay him a visit."
When Whitebeard mentioned Kozuki Oden, his face was full of smiles. Hearing the suggestion, Marco also nodded with a grin. "Sure! Whatever you decide, Pops."
"I've been missing Oden-san's Sukiyaki."
Whitebeard's suggestion was not only supported by Marco. When the crew on deck heard that they were heading to Wano Country, they all cheered. For a time, the Moby Dick was filled with a lively and cheerful atmosphere.
Marineford Era 1502, January 1st.
Dressrosa was decorated with lanterns and banners everywhere. From