One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 57: Stabbed in the back, died by suicide.
"Extra number, extra number!"

Less than half a day after the giant serpent died, the news of its death spread throughout the entire Wano Country, leaving the people in every village who had not yet eaten dinner stunned.

After confirming that the matter was true.

"Haha, let's drink tonight!"

"Old woman, bring out the stored grain, let's add a dish to celebrate!"

"I haven't been this happy in a long time."

With the deafening sound of gongs and drums and the crackling of firecrackers, laughter and joy echoed throughout the villages, as if the annual fire festival had arrived ahead of schedule.

White Dance City, construction site.

Shimotsuki Yasuie and Hyogoro sat together drinking, their expressions incredibly complex, a mixture of joy and melancholy, as well as awe and worry.

"Unexpectedly, that pirate killed Orochi without shedding a drop of blood."

Although the report stated that the pirates killed Orochi, both men were intelligent enough to understand the underlying reasons.

When Goode told them that he was to kill Orochi and take his place, they originally thought that Goode would secretly accumulate power and eventually start a great battle with Orochi.

While it might be in line with the style of pirates, it would inevitably bring the stigma of betraying the alliance, which would be an extremely shameful act for samurai who value righteousness and honor. Who would dare to risk their life for them in the future?

Unexpectedly, Goode not only avoided a falling out with Orochi, but also became a "hero" who turned the tide.

Bai Wu, Shutenmaru, Kyoshiro
Now that things are clear, apart from the arrival of the pirate Fire Fist being an uncertain factor, everything else is probably within that man's calculations.

"The future is terrifying!"

Hyōgor sighed.

He genuinely admired Goode for his strategy and courage, but in terms of stance, he felt more concern and fear.

In five years, it will be the time of Lady Toki's prophecy. At that time, the Toki clan will return with reinforcements to fight Kaido to the death.

The Beasts Pirates don't lack strength, but they lack a wise strategist like Goode who can grasp the big picture. With Goode around, the Kozuki clan is in grave danger.

Hyogoro and Shimotsuki Yasuie exchanged a glance, and Hyogoro could see the helplessness, bitterness, and unease in each other's eyes.

Wano Country is now firmly in that man's grasp, and its future depends entirely on his will.

"Today is a happy day, don't think too far ahead."

"That's right, let's drink."

Three days flew by.

General's City.

Since the upper part of the general's castle was reduced to ruins during the battle, the place for summoning the daimyo and officials was set up in the first-floor hall.

Before noon, the hall was already packed with celebrities and nobles, including not only local officials but also representatives of some aristocratic families.

Since it concerned the general's throne, how could they not be present in person?

Before the meeting even started, officials from various villages and gentry began to take sides.

Among them, five daimyo stood out the most, with rather arrogant expressions, and each of them was surrounded by many samurai.

According to tradition, if there is no successor after the death of a shogun, the next shogun will be chosen from among the daimyo.

A side room.

Except for Captain Fukurokuju, who was burned to a crisp, all the other members of the Oniwabanshu were alive and, after three days of treatment, were able to move around normally.

With a stern face, Dahei knelt on one knee before Goode and reported, "Lord Goode, all the magistrates and officials from various villages have arrived."

"Ah."

Goode nodded calmly, scrutinizing the Oniwabanshu with his gaze.

None of them died; they're like cockroaches.

Sure enough, killing someone means being reduced to ashes!

"It's time for us to appear."

Lobby.

Goode appeared with Yamato.

Everyone's attention was drawn to them, and their expressions changed when they saw the Oniwabanshu behind the two.

The Oniwabanshu have always been loyal only to the Shogun. Why are they following the pirates? Could it be that the Oniwabanshu want to defect to the pirates?
And why are pirates in the main position?!
"Welcome, everyone, to General's City."

Goode looked around and took in everyone's reactions. Clearly, these scumbags didn't want to see him and Yamato.

Ha, you're asking for it.

Goode grinned and pushed the dazed Yamato in front of him.

"I have invited you all here today to announce that the next Shogun of Wano Country will be Princess Yamato, daughter of the King of Light. Does anyone have any objections?"

A straightforward declaration.

Everyone froze, then erupted in uproar. "Absurd!"

Daimyo Hime stepped forward angrily and demanded, "How can the position of shogun be filled by a pirate who knows nothing? Governing a country is not about fighting wars; it requires wisdom!"

"You're right!"

"Even if she is the daughter of the King of Light, she cannot disregard the laws and regulations!"

The other lords also stepped forward.

Before they arrived, they fully assumed that the position of general would be chosen from among them, but then someone suddenly appeared and stole it.

How can you bear this!

They all dream of becoming generals!

Goode stared at the several prominent figures and couldn't help but grin maliciously.

He had originally planned to find a reason to cause trouble, but these idiots couldn't sit still and jumped out on their own, which saved him a lot of trouble.

Goode didn't rush, but instead turned his gaze to the Oniwabanshu.

Daikoku immediately stepped forward and declared, "The Wano Country Ninja Legion, the Oniwabanshu, numbering 5000, is willing to pledge allegiance to the Yamato Shogun!"

"Ah."

Goode nodded slightly, his calm gaze fixed on the bag.

There was no threat, and no expectation.

But the calmer the gaze, the more terrified Budai became.

Unlike the foolish daimyo, he had personally witnessed the ruthlessness of the person in front of him. If he did not speak up now, he might not even see the sun rise the next day!

Hotei surrendered at lightning speed: "I second that, the 5000 samurai of the Wano Country patrol will henceforth pledge allegiance to the Yamato Shogun!"

The Imperial Guards and patrol groups.

With the two strongest armies of Wano Country simultaneously pledging allegiance to Yamato, it means that Yamato becoming the shogun is a foregone conclusion.

Goode nodded in satisfaction and looked at the five daimyo with a smile.

"What were you saying just now?"

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The daimyo were completely stunned.

What exactly happened? Why would the Oniwabanshu and the patrol group side with the pirates? Even if the pirates have the support of the Myō-ō, they shouldn't be allowed to interfere in Wano's internal affairs.

Goode raised his eyebrows in surprise.

Why are you all so quiet? Don't you want to talk?

"us."

The famous figures swallowed hard.

broken!

Goode snorted coldly.

"When General Orochi was assassinated, Prince Yamato led the samurai in the front line and defeated the Spade Pirates who killed General Orochi!"

Where were you then?

"As for whether His Highness Yamato can govern Wano Country well, Hakumai's achievements are evident to all. Can you do better?"

"It is the will of the people to appoint His Highness Yamato as Shogun!"

In terms of merit, Yamato single-handedly defeated Fire Fist Ace; in terms of governance, Yamato single-handedly oversaw the construction of Hakumai.

Faced with such outstanding achievements, even the most unwilling local magistrates could not find a single fault to refute them.

Goode raised his chin, his gaze cold.

"What are you still doing?"

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After a few seconds of silence, everyone knelt down in front of Yamato, their foreheads touching the ground.

"Greetings, General Yamato!"

Night falls.

Good stood at the edge of Orochi Castle, looking down at the Flower Capital below, with a group of Oniwabanshu ninjas standing behind him.

"It will be published in tomorrow's newspaper that the daimyo, feeling guilty for failing to save the emperor in time, hanged themselves!"

"Also, stab them in the back a few times!"

(End of this chapter)