Werther considered Tillman's proposal.
It was true that if he went after Aokiji alone, he would only teach him a lesson—or, at most, kill him.
But if Doffy joined him, along with one of Kaido's subordinates, the pursuit would send a very different message. The outcome might be the same, but it would serve as a warning.
Werther glanced at Doffy and asked what he thought.
Doffy nodded, indicating that he would join the hunt for Aokiji.
"Fine. I accept your proposal. But who are you sending? If you send some nobody, he won't be coming back."
Werther's meaning was clear. He and Doffy would be going in person. If Kaido's side failed to send someone of comparable strength, it would be an insult.
Tillman caught the implication.
"I'll ask. But I can promise you someone at least as strong as an All-Star. We're preparing to attack Wano Country, so Kaido can't go himself."
Werther was startled to hear that Tillman and the Beasts Pirate crew planned to attack Wano Country.
He had intended to go there and demand an explanation for why they had driven out his Master. If it was merely because his Master had learned how to decipher the Ancient Script, Werther would turn Wano Country upside down. He might even destroy the country outright.
"You're planning to attack Wano Country? When?"
The Den Den Mushi fell silent. Tillman seemed wary of something.
"In a month. We've already made preparations to attack in a month."
Tillman had not told Werther the truth. They were actually going to attack Wano Country in two days.
He had lied because he feared Werther might have ties to Wano Country and turn against them.
Tillman had regretted mentioning the attack the moment the words left his mouth.
"In a month, huh?