Chapter 63: 63. Challenge All-Star
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"Waaahhh! Waaahhh!"
Kaido was heartbroken and wailed loudly.
"Shutenmaru, Kyoshiro, you were so strong, why did you die? Why couldn't you be used by me!"
"Orochi, you died too. Who will handle my weapon deals now?"
"Waaahhh! Waaahhh!"
[Crying while drunk]
The newly arrived Headliners were amazed, completely unable to imagine that Four Emperor Kaido would cry like this. One of them, trying to show off, wanted to comfort him.
"Kaido, it's just—"
"You scoundrel, don't disturb me! Leave me alone!"
Kaido glared, pulling out his kanabo.
"Thunder Bagua!"
"Boom!"
There was a new hole in the ceiling.
After crying for a long time, Kaido finally calmed down. His sadness turned into anger, and he stared fiercely at Daichi.
"Daichi, what exactly happened?!"
Daichi recounted in detail everything from the start of the bandit suppression to Orochi's death, emphasizing Fire Fist Ace.
Yes, it was all Fire Fist's fault!
"Fire Fist Ace!"
Kaido was furious.
First, he defeated a Warlord, and now he's killed Orochi. That damned brat, he absolutely cannot be forgiven!
"Immediately track down Fire Fist's whereabouts. I'm going to skin him alive!"
"Yes!"
Bao Huang immediately responded.
Kaido still stared at Daichi, the anger in his eyes quickly turning into disappointment, and even a bit of wronged sadness, as if he wanted to cry.
Why did you have to kill them?
Wouldn't it have been better to imprison them?
Such powerful combat strength, just died in vain.
Waaahhh, so sad.
[Disappointed while drunk]
"Daichi."
Kaido's tone carried a hint of grievance, like a child who had made a mistake. "After Orochi's death, what is the current situation in Wano Country? Also, where is Yamato? Why haven't I seen her?"
"Kaido, after Shogun Orochi was killed by Fire Fist, Yamato and I quickly took control of Wano Country. Everything is stable."
Daichi's lips curved upwards.
"As for Yamato's whereabouts, she is now the new Shogun of Wano Country, currently in Orochi Castle in Flower Capital."
"Huh?"
Kaido's mouth fell open.
[Dazed while drunk]
In the banquet hall, everyone exchanged glances.
"Yamato became the Shogun?!"
The huge changes in Wano Country had already amazed them, and now Yamato becoming Shogun didn't seem like much of a surprise.
The question was, could Yamato be a good Shogun?
A Shogun not only had to govern Wano Country but also manage external weapon trade and the operation of some weapon factories.
Kaido thought the same.
He wasn't good at managing a country, and his pirates were all thugs, uncultured, and basically clueless about management and trade.
According to his long-term plan, he intended to have Yamato replace Orochi only before the final war began.
At that time, only war would remain.
"Daichi, can Yamato do it?"
"Please rest assured, Kaido."
Daichi pointed to himself. "I am currently serving as the Hakumai Daimyo and Shogun's assistant. I will assist Yamato in handling Wano Country's affairs. Everything is going smoothly, and weapon production and trade are also fine."
As soon as he said this, everyone's expressions changed.
They finally understood. Yamato was only the Shogun in name. Daichi was the true power controlling Wano Country.
In that case, wouldn't Daichi's power be second only to Kaido? In an alliance, a Shogun could be on equal footing with Kaido.
Leaving aside Daichi's personal strength, the military power of Oniwabanshu and the samurai groups alone was enough to make them think twice.
And wealth!
Many Headliners reined in their hostility, and some even looked at Daichi with a flattering expression, secretly thinking about getting closer to him.
"...."
Kaido gazed at Daichi, and the image of the welcoming citizens and the golden rice fields of Hakumai appeared in his mind, immediately reassuring him.
It didn't matter who was Shogun, as long as they could produce and sell weapons to make money for him, and provide supplies for the Beast Pirates.
This kid has a future!
Kaido stood up and laughed heartily.
"Worororo, Daichi killed Shutenmaru and Kyoshiro, and with Yamato, defeated Fire Fist Ace, stabilizing the situation in Wano Country!"
"Merit deserves reward!"
"From now on, Daichi is promoted to Tobi Roppo!"
The last Tobi Roppo!
Kaido looked at the excited Headliners and laughed. "Don't worry, you still have a chance to rise. On the day of the Fire Festival, I will open up the right to challenge the Tobi Roppo!"
"Really?!"
The Headliners were overjoyed.
They had been a little upset before, but now they were only pleasantly surprised. If they could choose specific targets to challenge, their chances of promotion would greatly increase.
Kaido looked at the Tobi Roppo.
"No problem, right?"
"No matter."
Everyone sneered.
"Kaido, I have a question."
Daichi suddenly raised his hand, looking intently at the All-Stars. "Since the right to challenge the Tobi Roppo has been opened, can we also challenge an All-Star?"
"Well,"
Kaido stroked his chin, looking at the All-Stars.
King and Jack remained expressionless.
"Muhahaha, how arrogant."
Queen laughed happily. He wished he could use this opportunity to scold Daichi. That kid was too arrogant.
Damn it, I really want to dance!
I'll go to Prisoner Mine first thing tomorrow morning!
Kaido retracted his gaze, and after a brief thought, laughed. "Yes, but you six only have one challenge slot!"
"...."
The atmosphere among the Tobi Roppo instantly changed.
Who's-Who and Sasaki exchanged glances, their eyes full of hostility and vigilance, clearly seeing each other as their biggest rivals.
Black Maria licked her lips, seeming a little interested.
"Pay-Pay, Pay-Pay!"
Ulti excitedly tightened her grip around her brother's neck. She had just become a Tobi Roppo, and now she had a chance to challenge an All-Star.
It felt like a dream.
She also wanted to become an All-Star!
Late at night, the banquet ended.
The Tobi Roppo returned to their respective homes.
Too much had happened today, especially the right to challenge an All-Star, which required an immediate response.
Fourth floor of the castle, Cat's Den.
A giant saber-toothed tiger lay lazily on a bed over ten meters high, like a cat. Below the soft bed, there were many subordinates dressed as cat-people.
"This Fire Festival is an excellent opportunity for me to be promoted to a top executive!"
Who's-Who's eyes burned with eagerness.
He didn't even care about the Tobi Roppo position. All-Star was his goal, and even the Captain's throne!
Among the Tobi Roppo, Sasaki posed the biggest threat to him. That guy's bounty was the closest to his, and his strength was quite impressive.
Without a doubt, the qualification to challenge an All-Star would be decided in his decisive battle with Sasaki, so he had to deal with the annoying guys first.
"Minions, immediately investigate everything that has happened in Wano Country over the past six months, especially information about Daichi."
"Yes, Boss!"
On the other side, Sasaki issued the same command.
As a newcomer, he knew nothing about the situation in Wano Country. The most important thing now was to gather information and distinguish between friends and foes.
He wasn't so easily used as a pawn!
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