The Wano Country.
A giant over seven meters tall sat sideways on a rugged steel throne. His powerful body, as strong as a mountain, exuded an overwhelming sense of oppression even when still.
When he is angry, his face contorts like Shura, and with the two sharp demon horns on his head, he is as terrifying as the king of hell.
At this moment, Kaido was furious because Doflamingo had been defeated by Luo Wen.
He and Doflamingo certainly didn't have a good relationship; if it weren't for their business dealings, he wouldn't have given that clown a second glance.
However, their deal to Artificial Devil Fruit was one that could not be lost.
Or rather, Kaido's own army of Zoan users cannot afford to lose.
He dreamed of opening a zoo and becoming Kaido, the zoo's captain, but through a series of unexpected events, he became the World's Strongest master.
It makes one sigh at the capriciousness of fate.
Of course, Kaido himself remains steadfast in his ideal of opening a zoo, dreaming that the entire Beasts Pirates will become Zoan Devil Fruit users.
"Damn Doflamingo, he lost so easily! My Artificial Devil Fruit hasn't even been delivered yet!"
Kaido's face was grim, and he exhaled two scorching breaths from his nostrils, seemingly carrying two Mars.
Seriously, I'm so angry I could breathe fire!
He recently paid Doflamingo for a product, but the fruit hadn't been delivered yet, and then Doflamingo suddenly disappeared.
All his money—the money he worked so hard to steal and the money he made from mining—was gone.
It's infuriating.
Doflamingo was defeated by Luo Wen, so it's likely that the Artificial Devil Fruit Technology has also fallen into Luo Wen's hands.
Perhaps if he goes back to Luo Wen, they can still continue the transaction.
But this time, he didn't want others to control the Artificial Devil Fruit; he wanted to do it himself!
"Godslayer Luo Wen, the newly crowned Emperor of the Sea? Let me teach you a lesson!"
Kaido grinned menacingly, with several black clouds of flame rising and falling around him.
Even though the legends surrounding Luo Wen are incredibly exaggerated, the Four Emperors are all extremely confident and arrogant overlords.
Such a powerful ruler would naturally not be intimidated by Luo Wen's reputation.
Kaido was even secretly excited; being naturally warlike, he was eager to fight Luo Wen.
Just then, the Three All-Stars of the Beasts Pirates, Wildfire, Plague Queen, and Jack the Drought, entered the hall at the same time.
"Ember!"
"Is the army ready?!"
Kaido suddenly looked at Wildfire.
"Everything is ready, Boss Kaido."
"The Gifters Army is in position, and all officers are ready to go."
King responded respectfully to Kaido.
No matter how imposing they are in public, all members of the Beasts Pirates must remain respectful in Kaido's presence.
Kaido's prestige was earned through countless blows.
"Excellent! Head to Dressrosa immediately and seize the Artificial Devil Fruit Technology!"
Kaido rose from the steel throne, his joints cracking and popping.
He couldn't wait to fight Luo Wen and snatch back the Artificial Devil Fruit Technology.
"Boss Kaido, isn't it a bit inappropriate to make an enemy so rashly?"
Jin asked cautiously.
"What, are you afraid I can't beat him?"
Kaido glared at him and retorted without any politeness.
"Boss Kaido, you are the World's Strongest Creature, so naturally you can defeat Luo Wen."
King first flattered Kaido, and then said:
"However, Luo Wen is, after all, a figure who has recently gained considerable attention, and the Neo Marines he has assembled is also very powerful."
"If we act rashly, it will likely be a Pyrrhic victory, Gifters Army will suffer heavy losses. We may not even be able to obtain the Artificial Devil Fruit Technology."
Jhin believed they could win, but heavy losses were inevitable.
Even the Artificial Devil Fruit Technology could be destroyed by Luo Wen.
"Jin, what discouraging talk are you spouting! We're the Beasts Pirates, a Luo Wen is nothing to us!"
Jack started yelling in dissatisfaction.
With so many skilled fighters and Kaido leading the team, victory seemed inevitable.
"Hehe."
Jhin glanced at Jack with a hint of disdain, thinking, "That brute."
Without Kaido's strength Kaido with his temper, he's just a suicidal piece of trash.
The battle between two Four Emperors is not so simple.
You're having a good time now, but the aftermath will teach you a lesson later.
"What kind of look is that! Are you looking down on me? Want to fight?!"
Seeing Jhin's disdainful attitude, Jack felt like ants were crawling all over him.
He's had his eye on King's position for a long time—the number one man after Kaido.
"You brainless idiot, can you beat him?"
Jin snorted coldly and retorted without any politeness.
He often taught Jack a lesson, but Jack never won.
But Jack seemed to have lost his mind, daring to sleep with just anyone.
"Try again!"
Jack, his face flushed, wanted to determine who was better.
Even if he keeps losing, he won't accept it, he just won't accept it!
"Alright, stop arguing. Jin is right."
Kaido gripped his club and spoke up to stop the two from arguing.
"Yes, Boss Kaido!"
Jack stopped abruptly when he saw the giant club in Kaido's hand.
He dared to argue with King, but he wouldn't stand a chance against Kaido. The pain from the Thunder Bagua was enough to make him submit.
"Jin, what do you suggest we do?"
Kaido looked at King, hoping his strategist could offer some advice.
Jin makes a lot of sense.
Attacking Luo Wen would indeed result in heavy losses, and we might not even obtain the Artificial Devil Fruit Technology.
Therefore, Jhin needs to provide a solution.
"How about we ask around and see if we can buy back the Artificial Devil Fruit technique from Luo Wen?"
"Fight as usual from now on."
Jin thought for a moment and then said.
"Impossible! Why would anyone sell something as amazing Artificial Devil Fruit Technology!"
Kaido shook his head without hesitation.
He was a bit reckless, but he still had his brain.
Artificial Devil Fruit Technology is like a goose that lays golden eggs; no normal person would sell it.
"Kaido, the new newspaper has arrived!"
"Luo Wen is going to auction off Artificial Devil Fruit Technology in Dressrosa!"
Just then, a soldier ran up and handed him a newspaper.
"Huh!? He really wants to sell!"
Kaido snatched the newspaper, his bull-like eyes wide with shock.
He never imagined that Luo Wen would put something so valuable up for sale.
Has Luo Wen gone mad?
"Kaido, this is wonderful news!"
Although Jin was surprised, he quickly recovered. "We'll just rob someone when they buy it."
"You're right, Jhin!"
Kaido nodded approvingly.
As expected of his people, they hit the nail on the head right away.
He really wants the goods, but doesn't want to pay. What should he do?
Just grab it!
"However, Wano Country still needs someone to keep an eye on it. You three stay here, I'll go and plunder it myself!"
Kaido knew that there were still some small fry hopping around in Wano Country.
He naturally dared not show his face; if the entire Beasts Pirates left, those insects would definitely jump out and cause trouble.
It would have been normal for him to bring his entire force to fight against Luo Wen.
But he can take things from others all by himself.
After all, as far as he knew, the other Four Emperors probably wouldn't be very interested in Artificial Devil Fruit.
At least, he wouldn't go there in person like he did.
"Go without worry, Boss Kaido! With us here, Wano Country will be fine!"
Jhin, Queen, Jack nodded in unison, full of confidence.
With them around, the remnants of the Kozuki Family can't cause any trouble.
Seeing this, Kaido said no more and immediately set off for Dressrosa.