The storm stirred by the declaration of war continued to build across the world.
Despite pressure and threats from the World Government, Morgans, president of the World Economy News Paper, ran front-page headlines and urgent special editions detailing Wano Country's opening, the fall of two Emperors, the rise of the new Emperor Lin Yan, and the world-shaking "Coast Declaration." Images and words of Lin Yan confronting a Marine Admiral, wielding unimaginable abilities, and openly declaring war on the World Government and Imu were copied and circulated countless times. The entire world was gripped by shock, heated debate, and unease.
The royal families of various nations remained noncommittal. Some were excited by the changes that might come, others feared the unknown upheaval, and still more waited and watched. The emperors of the Underworld scented immense opportunities and risks, and began stirring. The Revolutionary Army grew more active and open, and voices openly supporting the "Dawn Alliance" even emerged in many nations outside the World Government Member States. Within the Marines, unprecedented division and uncertainty arose.
For Wano Country and the Dawn Alliance, at the eye of the storm, the days following the declaration of war were tense and busy.
First, consolidating their gains and putting the spoils to use.
Under the combined treatment of Chopper, Marco, and Wano Country's secret medical arts, Ace recovered at an astonishing pace. Though he remained far from his peak, and the damage to his core flames would require much longer to heal, he could already move freely, perform basic physical training, and even control a tiny wisp of weak flame. His return greatly boosted the morale of the Whitebeard remnants and the Straw Hat Pirates, and eased much of the burden on Lin Yan's shoulders.
"Thanks for this, big brother," Ace said to Lin Yan