One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 62 What? They're all dead?
Skull Castle, Banquet Hall.

Fine wine and delicious food are already prepared.

"Uro-ro-ro!"

Kaido sat imposingly in the main seat, holding a sake jug in his hand, his sharp gaze scrutinizing all his subordinates.

"Today is the day our Beasts Pirates return victorious! We must celebrate properly and announce the results of this expedition!"

"Yes, Lord Kaido."

A petite girl jumped down from the ceiling, followed by a sea chart centered on Wano Country.

"During this expedition, our Beasts Pirates conquered 37 islands and destroyed 11 countries."

The map circled four sea areas, each marked with the name of one of the Four Emperors, essentially dividing the New World into roughly equal parts.

Among them, the Whitebeard Pirates occupied the largest area of ​​the sea, while the Beasts Pirates occupied the second largest territory.

During this expedition, the Beasts conquered almost all the islands near Wano Country, expanding their sphere of influence dozens of times over.

The results were quite fruitful.

The secretary continued reading: "In addition to the above achievements, the Beasts Pirates have another important matter to announce!"

"Boss Kaido has decided to select the six strongest members from the actual battles to form the Flying Six, a high-ranking executive group whose status within the crew is second only to the top members!"

"We now have five Flying Six members. Please welcome them to the stage!"

As the words fell, the Flying Six walked to the center of the hall.

Five powerful warriors—Fozfer, Sasaki, Ulti, Black Maria, and Page One—stood side by side in a row.

An amazing aura!

The establishment of the Flying Six is ​​not just a name; it also symbolizes the core strength of the Beasts Pirates and their deterrent power in the New World.

The reason is simple: the Four Emperors themselves and their top officers rarely go out to fight, and most of their external affairs have to be handled by their middle-level officers.

Therefore, whether dealing with newcomers, suppressing resistance forces on their islands, or clashing with other Four Emperors' crews, the Flying Six will be the vanguard force.

The real fighters looked at the Flying Six with eyes full of ambition.

He can take his place!
The next moment, all the real fighters looked at Goode, who was calmly drinking, and they all revealed malicious eyes.

There's only one spot left!

"Hmm, very good!"

Kaido laughed heartily.

In fifteen years, the Beasts Pirates have grown from an initial three to five hundred members to a size of over ten thousand, making them the strongest among the Four Emperors!
However, the high-end combat capabilities are far from sufficient.

Whitebeard's 15 division commanders, along with dozens of renowned captains under his command, were all as strong as the Flying Six.

Lingling's four Sweetheart Generals, along with her many powerful children, also surpass all beasts in mid-to-high-end combat strength.

Even the young Shanks has a group of powerful officers, and is even known as the most well-rounded Ironclad Pirates.

In comparison, although the Beasts' True Fighters are numerous, their strength varies greatly and they are far inferior to the other Four Emperors' crews.

This fact was fully exposed during this expedition, which is why he was so eager to select the Flying Six.

Kaido stared at the Flying Six, still feeling it was far from enough.

He yearns for strength!

But strong individuals are not so easy to find, and in the current Wano Country, there are only two strong individuals that he values.

Jiuli’s Jiutianwan!

Kyoshiro of the Flower Capital!
Both of them possess formidable combat strength, and if they could join his ranks, the high-end combat power of the Beasts would be greatly enhanced.

Unfortunately, Kyoshiro followed Orochi, and Shutenmaru never submitted.

Uh-oh!

Let's go to Jiuli again before the fire ceremony!

Kaido looked at Good.

"Good."

"Boss Kaido."

Goode stood up and stepped forward, standing directly in front of the Flying Six.

Like a team leader.

"Um?!"

Fozfoe and Sasaki looked at Goode's back, their gazes instantly darkening. Black Maria's expression also became more playful, and she even stuck out her tongue.

This is undoubtedly a provocation!
Runti and Page were both stunned and frowned, not because they felt that Goode had stolen their thunder, but because they were worried.

How could he stand in front of the Flying Six if he really wanted to fight?

The siblings knew Goode's strength and believed that Goode could take the last Flying Six position, but Goode's overstepping of the line might provoke hostility from the other Flying Six.

They finally managed to be promoted to the Flying Six, and before they could even enjoy it, a mere Real Fighter came to their doorstep, showing off his power. If they didn't demand an explanation, where would they put their faces?

Of course, we can't afford to fall out now.

Kaido hasn't even spoken yet, so it's not their place to have any objections.

Kaido stared at Goode, a grin spreading across his face.

This kid certainly didn't disappoint him! He valued Goode highly and even reserved a spot for him in the Flying Six. Now, Goode's response has made him very satisfied.

That's how it should be!

His legion is a violent organization, and capable strong individuals should dare to fight. If Goode is intimidated by the Flying Six, that would be truly disappointing for him.

Beasts have no need for cowardly warriors.

Kaido threw the sake jug he was holding.

"Let's drink first!"

"it is good!"

Goode took the flask and gulped down a large mouthful.

Kaido specially reserved a spot for him; if he didn't act arrogantly, how could that be acceptable?

If he were Kaido's boss, he would definitely want his subordinates to compete fiercely with each other, so that more strong individuals could emerge.

Kaido smiled and nodded: "Tell me, what major events have happened in Wano Country during our six-month expedition?"

"Yes, Boss Kaido."

Good wiped his mouth, then looked around and held up three fingers: "In the past six months, three major events have occurred in Wano Country, each of which has shaken the country."

Everyone looked on with questions.

Three major events comparable to an earthquake?
Why is Wano Country so lively while they're away?
Quinn's eyes lit up. He loved surprises, and every time he went to the prisoner quarry, he would have Babanuki give a special report, "The Latest Troublesome Things Ranking."

"Could it be that Fire Fist has really arrived?"

"Fire Fist? That's a minor matter."

Good waved his hand and smiled as he raised the first finger.

"Kuri's Shutenmaru is dead."

"Why----?!"

Quinn's small eyes bulge out.

The others who were actually fighting were also dumbfounded.

Is Shutenmaru dead?
That monster from Jiuli has caused them a lot of trouble!
Kaido was the most shocked, spilling half of the wine in his hand.

Jiutianwan, Jiutianwan.

If it weren't for the need to subdue Shutenmaru, he would have had the mountain leveled long ago. As a result, the powerful fighting force he had been longing for suddenly disappeared.
He was just planning to go to Toushan again!

Kaido was furious.

"Who did this?!"

"I."

Goode pointed to himself.

An eerie silence fell over the banquet hall.

Good remained completely calm and raised his second finger.

"Kyoshiro of the Flower Capital is dead."

"Why----?!"

Quinn's small eyes bulged out again.

Kyoshiro is dead too?

Everyone's expressions changed.

It doesn't matter if Shutenmaru dies; it won't affect the Beasts much. Only Kaido would be heartbroken. But who is Kyoshiro?

That's the number one samurai in Wano Country, a big shot who can stand on equal footing with the three top samurai, his strength is unfathomable.

Kaido was furious.

"Who did this?!"

"still me."

Goode pointed to himself.

quiet!
Very quiet!
It was so quiet you could hear a pin drop!
Goode raised his third finger, instantly making everyone swallow hard and their hearts leap into their throats.

"General Orochi is dead."

"Huh?! Huh?!"

Everyone, including Quinn, was so shocked that their eyes nearly popped out, and even their tongues turned into wavy lines.

Big, big. Is the big snake dead too?
Are they all dead?
Kaido suddenly stood up, his hair standing on end in fury.

"You also killed the giant serpent?"

"Uh, I didn't kill him this time."

Good noticed that everyone was staring at him fiercely. He shrugged innocently and spread his hands.

Why are you all looking at him?
He really didn't do it this time!

Well, at least he didn't kill him himself!
(End of this chapter)