The five of them dared not say much about Lord Imu's decision, but the other Five Elders were only of equal rank to them. They figured it was better to sacrifice their own friends than themselves, so they made preparations in advance and kicked the others out of the game to ensure their own safety.
There are only two best methods.
Firstly, he wanted to complete the mission and gain Lord Imu's favor in order to protect himself.
Secondly, it's about making someone else make a mistake, lose Lord Imu's favor, and make that scapegoat give up a position.
The five people, each with their own ulterior motives, left the room and went off to faithfully carry out the orders issued by Lord Imu.
" Shanks, are you so sure the World Government won't survive this crisis?"
Rayleigh and Shanks had been sitting in the tavern, drinking and chatting, catching up with each other for several days now.
"Ah, I'm sure this time the World Government and the Navy have openly attacked the Blond Hair Pirates."
"Knowing Her Kazi as I do, he certainly won't remain indifferent."
" The Revolutionary Army has been acting very strangely lately, as if they are gathering strength."
"And who this force is aimed at, isn't that obvious?"
Shanks picked up the glass of wine in front of him and drank it all in one gulp, a confident smile on his face.
He was quite confident in his judgment, and the fact that Beckman supported his view further convinced him.
Rayleigh swirled the wine in his glass a couple of times, a relaxed smile on his slightly tipsy face.
"Didn't you have your eye on Garp's grandson?"
"Call..."
"Oh, right, his name is Monkey D. Luffy."
"Hahaha, he's probably still just a kid."
Shanks looked at Rayleigh, and finally a serious expression appeared on his face.
"That's right, that Devil Fruit has its own will, and it has evaded countless agents sent by the World Government over the past eight hundred years."
"I eventually intercepted him on the way and brought him to the Foosha Village."
"When Captain Roger was alive, he once said that the person who would inherit this destiny in the future would very likely be his son."
"Although Captain Roger was indeed joking, I want to see for myself whether Captain Roger's son is really capable of that."
Rayleigh was stunned for a moment. So Shanks went to Foosha Village because of Ace. That explained it.
"So, your initial target was Roger's son."
"So why did you ultimately choose that kid Luffy?"
Upon hearing Rayleigh's question, Shanks recalled the events of that time, smiled, and said, "That wasn't my choice."
"We were drinking at the tavern when that reckless brat swallowed that Devil Fruit when we weren't looking."
"I never expected that the Human-Human Fruit, Model: Nika would offer no resistance whatsoever, as if it had its sights set on Luffy."
"It was at that moment that I finally realized that Luffy was the one who would change the destiny of the world."
"Furthermore, my understanding of him, Luffy's optimistic personality, and his yearning for freedom all make me feel that this decision was correct."
"While I've also considered leaving the World Government, I'm not ready yet."
"But Luffy's appearance forced me to make a decision as soon as possible."
"Speak, "Shanks said, glancing at his empty left arm, his eyes showing no sign of regret.
"Hahaha, you've really gone to great lengths to lead someone down the path of piracy by using an arm that had to be sacrificed."
Rayleigh looked at Shanks like he was his own child; that troublesome brat on the ship back then had now become so outstanding.
Hmm, I wonder how Buggy is doing now.
"Hahaha, plans can't keep up with changes. I successfully lured Luffy onto the path of pirates, and just as we were about to leave Foosha Village..."
"That was when I first met Her Kazi."
"Our two pirate crews became friends after a fight. Back then, his spatial abilities were troublesome, but they weren't nearly as terrifying as they are now."
"I never imagined at the time that the Blond Hair Pirates would ultimately play the key role."
Rayleigh and Shanks clinked glasses, and the drinks in their glasses were finished in one gulp.
" Shanks, no matter what, the final outcome is good."
"We both understand the Revolutionary Army's ideology, but there's something Her Kazi said that I really admire."
"Even though I'm a pirate, I still hope this world can become a better place."
"What an amazing man."
Rayleigh rarely admires anyone this much; Roger was one in the past, and Kazu is another now.
Even in Rayleigh's mind, Her Kazi was more admirable than Roger.
Not only is his personal strength unparalleled in the world, but his magnanimity is also as broad as the ocean.
Achoo!
Kazu, aboard the Divine Dragon, was enjoying delicious food and fine wine on the deck when he suddenly sneezed.
Surrounded by beautiful women, with a gentle sea breeze, seabirds soaring and fish swimming in competition, the scenery is extremely beautiful.
Kazu rubbed his nose, feeling like he'd seen a ghost; with his constitution, it was impossible for him to catch a cold.
"I actually sneezed! Who's talking about me behind my back?"
"Don't let me find out who it is, or I'll make sure he knows why flowers are so red!"