Ending the Wano Country Journey

"You two... you wouldn't be coming to cause me trouble too, would you?"

Buggy glanced at Fujitora and Sengoku. As a pirate, his wariness of the Navy never diminished. Although he was nominally Shichibukai under the World Government's jurisdiction, it was merely a transaction of mutual exploitation, not a long-term cooperative relationship. Even the World Government was well aware of this, after all, Buggy had greatly damaged their reputation during the Marineford War and significantly influenced the course of the war.

Even though Fujitora and Sengoku, whose status is high enough to speak directly with the World Government, have attitudes that deviate from the World Government's, they will not collude with pirates or kick them when they are down.

However, with Weevil and Hawkins present, and Nekomamushi and Inuarashi protecting him, Buggy was no longer too worried about his situation. Besides, Sabo belonged to the Revolutionary Army and was at odds with the Navy. Even if Fujitora and Sengoku harbored hostility, they wouldn't be foolish enough to make a move under these circumstances.

Fujitora knew this too. His Observation Haki had already detected the various onlookers who had arrived one after another. The reason he waited until the battle was over before appearing was to check the casualties of Buggy and Kaido. Now that he knew, he naturally wouldn't cause any pointless trouble.

He calmly replied to Buggy, "We have no hostility towards each other, but there is one thing I am curious about. I wonder if Your Excellency Buggy could enlighten me?"

Buggy said calmly, "Go ahead and ask."

"I want to know why Kaido is here? And why are you here?"

"Kaido Oden Kozuki Oden of Kuri, at the invitation of the Shogun of Kuri Wano Country. As for me, I'm just doing a small favor for a friend, which is why I'm here," Buggy said without hesitation, then countered, "In exchange, you should also reveal your purpose... Wano Country is closed off from the world, so it probably doesn't welcome the Marines, right? I don't believe you're just here for... tourism."

"Hmm..." Fujitora and Sengoku exchanged a glance, then a subtle, bitter smile appeared on their faces. "Since the Shogun of Wano Country has already joined forces with Kaido, then there's no point in us hiding it."

He glanced intentionally or unintentionally at Sabo's location, then continued, "Of course we came here hoping to cooperate with the Shogun of Wano Country, but that's impossible now..."

Buggy understood Fujitora's meaning. The Navy wanted to win over Wano Country to expand its strength and influence in the New World. Although the strategic goal was correct, Kaido had already taken the lead. The Navy must not make any further contact with the Genji, otherwise it would turn into a cooperation between the Navy and the Four Emperors.

Conversely, they would not favor Kozuki Oden. On one hand, a fierce conflict with Kaido could very likely lead to a war between the Four Emperors and the Navy. On the other hand, Kozuki Oden was once a member of the Pirate King's crew, and if the Navy helped him seize sovereignty over Wano Country, it would be something that would be easily criticized.

This is different from Buggy becoming Shichibukai. Although both are crew members of the Pirate King, Buggy was recruited, while the Navy helped Kozuki Oden by fighting and risking their lives for him.

In other words, Fujitora and Sengoku's trip was destined to be fruitless.

Sabo couldn't help but ponder this: if the Navy couldn't intervene, did the Revolutionary Army have a chance?

Sengoku, who hadn't said much until now, spoke up, "Buggy, please remember your current identity and position, and don't cause us any trouble..."

"Of course not," Buggy replied calmly. Even if he abandoned his status Shichibukai, he would not make the Navy his primary target.

Having received Buggy's reply, Fujitora and Sengoku turned and left; there was no need for them to linger in Wano Country any longer.

After the two left, Sabo approached Buggy.

"Regardless... Sabo of the Revolutionary Army thanks Mr. Buggy for his efforts in saving Ace."

He said solemnly, and as if worried that the latter would not understand, he explained, "Ace is my brother. Saving him is like saving my own life."

Buggy nodded. He had indeed put in a lot of effort on this, so there was no need for modesty. He asked, "You're here to try and recruit Wano Country into the Revolutionary Army, aren't you?"

Sabo smiled faintly. "As expected, you can't hide anything from Mr. Buggy."

"If you wish to cooperate with Kozuki Oden, I can make an introduction."

After Buggy finished speaking, Nekomamushi, who had been protecting him, immediately shouted in dissatisfaction, "Buggy, it's only our first meeting! Don't just recommend anyone to Kozuki!"

"Inuarashi, the King of Day, and Nekomamushi, the King of Night." Sabo looked calmly at Inuarashi and Nekomamushi. "The Revolutionary Army has never forced anyone to do anything against their will, but I think Mr. Kozuki will agree with our ideals."

Inuarashi was somewhat surprised. "You know about us?"

"Because there are some Mink Tribe members in the Revolutionary Army, I know a little about the Mink Tribe," Sabo said with a smile. "Of course, Mr. Inuarashi's expression tells me that I haven't guessed your identities correctly."

"You human brat have a good eye!" the Nekomamushi sneered, narrowing its eyes.

Buggy interrupted their seemingly determined conversation, saying, "Let's go back first."

With that, he walked towards the northern camp, flanked by Hawkins and Weevil.

The cat, the dog, and Sabo followed.

Through Buggy's introduction, Sabo had several days of long talks with Kozuki Oden, and they finally reached an agreement.

Meanwhile, the ninjas sent by Kozuki Oden received news that Kaido and the Wind Calamity had withdrawn from Wano Country.

This news surprised Buggy a little, but upon reflection, it made perfect sense.

Kaido and Joker's underground deal is still ongoing, and his Devil Fruit power crew is only in its early stages. The Navy and the Revolutionary Army, two top forces, have both appeared in Wano Country, seemingly intending to turn it into a battlefield. Buggy's presence can also restrain him, so staying in Wano Country is just a waste of his time and energy.

Thus, with Kaido and the Navy wary of each other, they both ended up leaving.

These days, Buggy has been recuperating, while Hawkins and Weevil have been sent to assist Kozuki Oden.

After losing Kaido as an ally, the Genji suffered repeated defeats in their battles against Kozuki Oden. However, although Oden was severely weakened, his foundation remained, and with the assistance of the Izumo Society, he was not easily eliminated.

Buggy has achieved his goal in Wano Country. Kaido has been defeated, and Kozuki Oden has the help of the Revolutionary Army, so there is no need to worry anymore. Now he is preparing to leave Wano Country.

Before leaving, Buggy handed his Vivre Card to Inuarashi and Nekomamushi, who in turn handed him a special Den Den Mushi. The agreement was reached, and the two would definitely keep their promise and come to Buggy's aid no matter how far away they were.

After bidding farewell to the Kozuki crew and traveling for several more days, Buggy and his group arrived at the shore, boarded a boat, and left Wano Country to return to their base, Festival Island.