For a moment, the vast sea fell into a deathly silence.
Everyone turned to look at Katakuri.
Bai Yu and the others have now disappeared without a trace.
Charlotte Linlin remains unconscious, her fate unknown.
In this situation, Perospero did indeed have the urge to step in and take charge.
But these impulses, which had just begun to form in my mind, were quickly dispelled by all the setbacks I had just experienced.
Recalling Charlotte Linlin's horror, Perospero clearly lacked the courage to take the blame.
Sensing the change in the atmosphere, Katakuri's face darkened to the extreme. He gripped his trident tightly and said coldly.
"Everyone, immediately retreat to Whole Cake Island. Until Mom wakes up, Totto Land will be under martial law. Anyone who dares to offend in the slightest or commit any disobedient act will be considered to have declared war on Totto Land, Big Mom Pirates will certainly deliver the strongest possible blow to avenge this."
The rolling words echoed across the sea.
Big News Morgans, all changed their expressions.
Katakuri's decision was indeed beyond their expectations.
However, given the current uncertain situation, it is actually the best choice.
At least in their eyes, it's better to let the other Four Emperors, or even the World Government, take advantage of the situation.
It would be better to temporarily abandon the pursuit of Bai Yu and the others, choose to avoid the limelight for a while, and leave the mess to Kaido of the Beasts, or even the Five Elders.
To be able to refrain from acting impulsively in the face of such a deep-seated hatred.
Katakuri's choice undoubtedly earned the approval of many.
After saying this, Katakuri turned around first and looked at Charlotte Linlin lying in the mochi.
Looking at his severed right arm and the gushing blood, Katakuri's face turned extremely grim.
He never expected that with the three major powers joining forces, Charlotte Linlin, one of the Four Emperors, would still be able to capsize in the gutter.
However, the thought that even the defensive measures he had taken in advance based on his ultimate Observation Haki to predict the future could not reverse the future he had foreseen.
The biggest reason is probably that they underestimated Bai Yu's strength.
" Katakuri, we've found Mom's arm. We need to treat her immediately."
Smoothie put away the Den Den Mushi and said in a deep voice.
"I've already spread the word about that arrogant brat's whereabouts, but whether Kaido of the Beasts can find him is still unknown. Should we intensify our search covertly?"
Smoothie is ranked second among the Four Sweet Commanders.
She has always inherited Charlotte Linlin's deep-seated arrogance.
Unfortunately, this time, her arrogance backfired spectacularly.
They also never expected that Charlotte Linlin, whom they regarded as a goddess, would be so suddenly dragged down from her pedestal.
Now she has to watch Bai Yu escape.
Smoothie was getting a little impatient with this.
" Smoothie, I know what you're thinking, but you should know very well that even Mom suffered at his hands. It will be extremely difficult for us to take him down."
Katakuri said with a grim face.
"Even if we take a step back, that kid is already at his limit. We could take him down, but have you considered the price we would have to pay?"
"We've had enough of this mess; let them handle the rest."
"However, the most troublesome person right now is probably that brat. If he finds out that the Five Elders orchestrated this assassination attempt, the Marine Headquarters and the World Government will likely have to make a decision."
Smoothie's expression changed slightly. After taking a deep breath, she silently turned around and did as Katakuri instructed.
After hearing these words, she clearly realized that her biggest flaw compared to Katakuri was that she was too superficial in her thinking.
One command after another was issued.
The entire Big Mom Pirates sprang into action, like gears of war turning rapidly.
Big News Morgans and other powerful figures also used various information channels to spread information about everything that happened at the Totto Land's Feast.
As time went on, this momentous news ignited widespread interest both Four Blues and in the New World.
They not only defeated Charlotte Linlin, one of the Four Emperors, but also reduced her to a shredded human stump.
This signifies a complete breakdown of the power structure among the Four Emperors of the Sea.
As this feat spread like wildfire, the Marine Fourth Admiral, War Demon Bai Yu, suddenly overshadowed the top three Admiral.
He is the most popular candidate to succeed the Fleet Admiral.
At the same time, Kaido of the Beasts, who had already flown more than ten nautical miles away, suddenly stopped, looking at the Den Den Mushi in his hand, at the information and intelligence transmitted on it.
His blood-red eyes widened to their limit as he the Roar with a twisted expression.
"You insolent brat, daring to play tricks under my very nose, you're practically asking for death."
"That wretched Linlin, she's utterly useless. She couldn't even stall for a few minutes, and she got seriously injured. It's a disgrace."
" Five Elders, stop hiding in the shadows. You're not planning to use this opportunity to get rid of me, are you? Don't be so naive. If that's your idea, I suggest you go after that brat; it would be much easier."
The thunderous voices echoed across the sea.
Kaido of the Beasts's blood-red eyes suddenly shifted, locking onto the sea behind him.
Soon, an aged figure hidden in the void quickly emerged.
Holding the First Kitetsu, the gloom and frost on his face remained unchanged as he coldly glanced at Kaido.
" Kaido, don't act like you know me so well. I only have one goal right now: to kill that brat. I have no interest in what you and that crazy woman are doing."
"But this time, that brat escaped into the vast ocean. If word gets out, not only you, but I will also lose face."
"In order to salvage this situation, I hope you will continue to cooperate with me."
cooperate?
Kaido, instead of getting angry, laughed.
" Nusjuro, you must be joking. You didn't dare show yourself even on the battlefield just now. Were you worried that the Marine Headquarters would use this to solidify your crimes?"
"However, it's a pity. Not to mention that brat, even the Marine Headquarters will definitely not let the opportunity to hold him accountable pass by. What makes you think you can still cooperate with me now?"
Kaido understood perfectly the principle that the enemy of my enemy is my friend.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have chosen to cooperate with Orochi back then.
However, compared to cooperation, he was more interested in seeing what other tricks the Five Elders had up their sleeves to deal with Bai Yu.
Nusjuro looked up at Kaido, then sneered.
" Kaido, don't forget, the Marine Headquarters is just a pawn in the hands of the Five Elders. The fact that you pirates and the Marine Headquarters can play house on the high seas is a favor from us."
"You ask me what to do with that brat? What do you think if I say we can strip him of his naval rank?"