Humiliation, the Kozuki Family's Ominous Premonition

Outside the Shogun's Residence.

Denjiro paced anxiously back and forth, glancing at the gate of the Shogun's Residence every now and then.

Above the Shogun's Residence, an Azure Dragon still circled, Kozuki Hiyori emerging.

"How could this be? Why haven't we heard anything all this time?"

Denjiro was extremely anxious.

Their original plan was to approach Luo Wen their beauty and then seduce him with music and dance.

If Luo Wen couldn't bear it any longer, twelve geishas would serve Luo Wen back Kozuki Hiyori to protect herself as much as possible.

But he was stopped at the door, and none of the eleven geishas were allowed to enter.

He was completely clueless about Kozuki Hiyori.

According to the agreement, even if Kozuki Hiyori, the news should still be able to spread.

Denjiro decided to go up and ask.

"Guard, how are the Komurasaki courtesan and Chiyoko who went in yesterday?"

Denjiro asked the guard at the door if it was the same one as yesterday.

"Luo Wen has decreed that they are now his property and have nothing to do with anyone else."

The servant glanced at Denjiro and conveyed Luo Wen's meaning.

"May I have a meeting with Luo Wen?"

Denjiro's face twitched.

He wanted to go in and see Luo Wen's attitude was, or to make contact with Kozuki Hiyori.

"No, Lord Luo Wen said he really likes your gift, but doesn't want to see..." The servant looked at Denjiro, his expression strange, and whispered, "Pimp! Get lost."

The servant had no idea how Denjiro had offended Luo Wen, that Luo Wen had humiliated him like this.

The words he uttered were naturally at Luo Wen's personal instruction; not a single word could be omitted.

"What!?"

Denjiro's face twitched, and he couldn't help but feel a surge of anger.

He presented Luo Wen with two beautiful women, Luo Wen not only didn't treat him like an honored guest, but he also...

But he wouldn't even meet with her, and even called her a pimp!

They took advantage of you and then denied everything.

How can this person be so shameless!?

Denjiro clenched his fists, wanting to force his way in and confront Luo Wen.

But after glancing at the azure Azure Dragon floating in the sky, his fist slowly relaxed.

With this azure Azure Dragon around, he couldn't even get through the door.

"Snort!"

Denjiro snorted coldly, his eyes filled with resentment.

He took one last look at the Shogun's Residence, imprinting it firmly in his mind's eye.

Then he turned and left, preparing to return to the brothel to discuss countermeasures with Kin'emon and the others.

But how was he going to explain this to Kin'emon?

The spy operation failed to send out any information; he didn't even get to see Luo Wen, and he even dragged Kozuki Hiyori into it.

The so-called "honey trap" ultimately led to a disastrous defeat.

In the brothel, Momonosuke was fast asleep in the arms of a geisha, drool dripping onto her snow-white chest.

He was the one who proposed to seize Wano Country as soon as possible, yet he showed no concern whatsoever, leaving all the plans to Jinwei Liu and a few others.

Kin'emon and his group huddled together, preparing to bring various forces into the Flower Capital in order to force Luo Wen to abdicate.

Kin'emon said seriously, "The Kozuki samurai hiding among the people of Kuri, as well as Ashura Doji's Atamayama Bandits, have them bring weapons and enter the Flower Capital in batches. There are more than four thousand of them, more than the current population of Luo Wen."

Raizo added, "And those who still believe in Oden, let them also go to the Flower Capital to petition, so that Luo Wen can see the will of the people of Wano Country."

"If all these people are in place, I believe Luo Wen will have to give in," Kin'emon agreed. "After all, even Kaido, one of the Four Emperors, hasn't openly occupied Wano Country; he only indirectly controls Wano Country by supporting Kurozumi Orochi."

"I imagine the people are extremely dissatisfied with this foreign ruler. If we raise our voices, countless people will surely respond."

As he spoke, Kin'emon couldn't help but laugh.

Wano Country belongs to the Wano Country, and to the Kozuki Family.

The imprint left on this country over many years cannot be erased by Luo Wen's temporary intimidation.

"But just two days ago, hundreds of protesting samurai were killed in the Flower Capital. Do you really think Luo Wen cares about our protests?"

Raizo still had some reservations.

The day before yesterday, the Azure Dragon breathed out a breath that turned hundreds of warriors and the dojo into ashes.

If Luo Wen were to attack them directly, it would likely result in a horrific massacre.

"He will definitely consider it. The fact that he only killed samurai and not civilians a couple of days ago shows that he still cares about public opinion. As long as our four thousand samurai, along with countless civilians, suggest it together, he will definitely have some reservations."

"Even if he doesn't agree to return Wano Country, he wouldn't harm so many people."

Kin'emon said confidently.

He had read the previous intelligence on Luo Wen, from the strongest Pirate Hunter in the East Blue to the current Godslayer, he had always stood on the side of justice and had never killed any civilians.

They are either driven by a sense of justice or seeking fame and fortune.

Such people can stand on the moral high ground and manipulate others at will.

"That's right. Given Luo Wen's past behavior, he hasn't gone on a killing spree anywhere else, so it's likely the same in Wano Country."

Kikunojo agreed.

"Then help us succeed."

"Even if it doesn't work, we must tell the people of Wano Country that the Wano Country Kozuki Family's lineage still exists, so they won't lose heart completely."

Kin'emon stood up and said seriously.

Regardless of success or failure, we must not allow the Kozuki Clan's Wano Country to fall into the hands of others so easily.

"The Kozuki Family will live forever in Wano Country!"

Everyone stood up and joined Kin'emon in expressing their determination.

"It's a pity, if only Kawamatsu, Inuarashi, and Nekomamushi were here."

Kin'emon said with a sigh.

Inuarashi and Nekomamushi are still in the Mokomo Dukedom, and Kawamatsu is still in the quarry prison in Udon.

If the three of them were here, the success of this operation would be much greater.

"No need to regret it. We'll call them over to share the joy after we recapture the Shogun of Wano Country," Raizo said with a smile.

"Alright, alright!"

The atmosphere instantly became lively.

Kin'emon was very satisfied with their performance and said, "Now, we just need to wait for Denjiro's report before making any further adjustments."

Raizo, Kikunojo, and Ashura Doji all nodded in agreement.

As soon as he arrived, Denjiro pushed open the door and entered with a gloomy expression.

"What happened?"

Seeing Denjiro's expression, the group's joy vanished, and they quickly asked,

"The spy plan has failed, Hiyori His Highness Hiyori has lost contact."

"I kindly sent a beautiful woman to Luo Wen, but I didn't even get to see him. I was humiliated three times in a row. How hateful!"

"The first time: he called my geisha a whore; the second time: he wouldn't even let me into the Shogun's Residence's mansion; the third time: he took in Hiyori and a geisha, called me a pimp, and told me to get out!"

Denjiro angrily slammed his fist on the table and recounted his experiences.

Kin'emon and the others became increasingly surprised as they listened, their brows furrowing deeper and deeper.

This person's way of doing things was completely different from what they had heard.

"Isn't he always been respectful and courteous to those of lower rank? How could he humiliate you like this?"

Raizo couldn't help but ask.

"I don't know either. Maybe the rumors are false, or maybe he really doesn't like... pimps." Denjiro was both puzzled and angry.

He had no idea what he had done wrong to deserve this treatment from Luo Wen.

"We were just discussing how to force Luo Wen to back down with everyone's help, thinking we had it in the bag, but now it seems..."

Kin'emon and the others shook their heads and sighed.

Luo Wen's performance completely exceeded their expectations.

Or rather, since Luo Wen arrived in Wano Country, nothing has gone as they expected.

"What if Luo Wen really kills us all, along with those who resist?"

Kikunojo suddenly became a little worried.

The other members of the Nine Red Scabbards shared the same concerns; Luo Wen's handling of Denjiro made them all uneasy.

"Don't be afraid. If he kills so many people, the entire Wano Country will be in an uproar. The samurai and people of Wano Country have spirit and will certainly not let Luo Wen have his way."

Kin'emon remained silent for a moment before finally speaking.

It's clearly their Kozuki Clan's selfish motives, yet they're dragging the entire Wano Country into it. Is this truly befitting of the Kozuki Family's samurai?

"That's fine then. Wano Country can only Wano Country to the Kozuki Family. If it doesn't, then Wano Country might as well be destroyed."

"I imagine the people of Wano Country, who have always basked in the glory of the Kozuki Family, will also be proud of their contributions."

Faced with this utterly ridiculous theory, the others surprisingly agreed, finding it quite reasonable.

(Wano Country citizens: Go to hell!)

"Then the plan is set for the day after tomorrow. No matter what, we must take action."

Kin'emon said seriously.

"Glory to the Kozuki Family!"

Raizo, Denjiro, Kikunojo stood up and responded to the toast.