Chapter 334 (Continued)

The mere mention of the Four Emperors was enough to strike fear into anyone.

And now, according to Whitebeard, Chris would actually become the next Sea Emperor?

Rakuyo found that rather hard to understand.

Confusion flickered in Rakuyo's eyes as he asked, "Pops, aren't you giving Chris a little too much credit?"

"He's certainly powerful, but it's far too early to say he can stand alongside the four of you!"

Blamenco nodded as well and said quietly, "With his strength and reputation, I doubt he can win everyone over yet."

"The others probably won't acknowledge Chris."

A strange smile suddenly appeared on Marco the Phoenix's face. "Not necessarily!"

"Have you forgotten who's in the Pudora Kingdom?"

After a moment's thought, Ace realized what he meant. "Since Chris intends to conquer the Pudora Kingdom, those experts living in seclusion won't just stand by."

"Ochoku is bound to fight Chris."

As he spoke, a gleam flashed in Ace's eyes.

Whitebeard remained composed as he said in a low voice, "Ochoku has been hiding in the Pudora Kingdom for so long."

"The whole world thinks he died ages ago. Who would have imagined he's still alive and well?"

"If Chris can bring Ochoku down, that victory alone will be enough to intimidate everyone else."

Diamond Jozu nodded slightly at that, his gaze serious. "None of the men who once served alongside Pops are ordinary."

"Ochoku really does possess staggering strength."

"If he comes out of retirement, the shock will be tremendous."

The Whitebeard Pirates' Division Commanders all knew very well that Ochoku's strength was unfathomable.

Back in the Rocks Pirates, he had been on par with Whitebeard, Kaido, and the others.

Although his fortunes had declined afterward, his personal strength was still undeniable.

Not one of them dared claim he could defeat Ochoku.