The violent tremors left every member of the Beast Pirates in absolute shock.
"What in the world is going on?"
"Could it be an earthquake?"
"It's not an earthquake. I saw Lord Kaido, in his giant dragon form, get knocked down onto the island by someone."
"That's what caused these tremors."
"Are you kidding me? Kaido in his dragon form is invincible! Who could possibly knock him to the ground?"
"Why would I lie to you? It's the truth! Let's go check it out."
The pirates who had witnessed the terrifying scene rushed toward the epicenter. Those who hadn't seen it but heard the news also hurried over. The location where Kaido fell was not far from the Onigashima castle.
On the top floor of the castle, after Ryōsuke had taken Kaido down, he figured the Emperor was either crippled or knocked out cold. Deactivating the Eight Inner Gates, the terrifying aura radiating from his body subsided. He slowly descended from the air, landing back on the castle's top floor.
Yamato was thrilled. Ryōsuke had actually done it. He had defeated Kaido. She hadn't expected him to be this incredibly strong. With this, Wano Country was definitely saved. By taking control of the Beast Pirates and then defeating the forces led by the current Shogun of Wano, Kurozumi Orochi, they could save the country.
However, this guy could clearly defeat Kaido with ease. Yet, when they made their deal, he had acted as if it would be a difficult task. He even made her agree to bear his children. How wicked. Still, she didn't regret it. Now, she was more than willing to have his children.
The Tobi Roppo and the two Lead Performers were filled with astonishment. Was this man's true strength really this terrifying? He had beaten Lord Kaido, one of the invincible Four Emperors, into the ground in just three hits. It was simply astounding. Lord Kaido was the strongest creature in the world. If so, what did that make this man?
At that moment, Ulti happily trotted over to Ryōsuke's side. His overwhelming power filled her heart with absolute adoration. She grabbed his arm and pressed it against her chest.
"Lord Ryōsuke, you're so strong! I'm willing to bear your children!"
She no longer felt any aversion to the idea; in fact, she wished she could have his baby right this instant. Just imagine how powerful their offspring would be! Besides, a man like him couldn't be found even if one searched the entire sea. Powerful and handsome. There was probably no man more outstanding than him.
Seeing this, Yamato instantly became unhappy and walked over as well.
"Ryōsuke is my man. Please back off," she demanded. She didn't like Ryōsuke getting close to other women.
Ulti replied with a smile, "He's my man too. What gives you the right to tell me to back off?"
Hearing their bickering, Ryōsuke immediately said in a deep voice, "Alright, both of you shut up. I don't like it when you fight over me."
Ulti apologized, "Understood, My Lord. I won't be immature like Yamato and annoy you."
Yamato was instantly displeased. "Who are you calling immature? I won't cause Ryōsuke any trouble either!"
Page One had a complicated expression on his face. 'Has my sister completely fallen for him?' But there was nothing he could do. This man was outrageously strong.
Seeing that the two had finally quieted down, Ryōsuke walked over to the other Tobi Roppo and the two Lead Performers.
"Aren't you going to welcome your new Governor-General?"
They all felt conflicted. Lord Kaido had personally agreed to this, and they had witnessed it with their own eyes. They had never imagined that Lord Kaido would actually lose. The group exchanged uncertain glances. This situation had completely exceeded their comprehension. They didn't know what decision to make.
At that moment, Ulti called out, "Pay-Pay, aren't you going to pay your respects to the new Governor-General?"
If Ryōsuke was the Governor-General of the Beast Pirates, then she would be the Governor-General's wife. Second to only one, and above all others. Even the Lead Performers would be beneath her.
Seeing his sister's threatening glare, Page One had no choice but to drop to one knee.
"Greetings, Lord Governor-General."
The others remained motionless, unsure of what to do.
Black Maria then spoke up, "Since you have defeated Kaido, My Lord, you are naturally the new Governor-General. However, a transfer of power requires a ceremony. Why not hold a grand ceremony? That way, we can announce to everyone that you have taken over the authority of the Governor-General from Kaido."
Ryōsuke strongly agreed upon hearing this.
"Good. I'll leave the arrangements to you. We'll hold a grand handover ceremony tomorrow."
His goal wasn't just to gain Kaido's submission, but to seize the authority of the Beast Pirates. Of course, he would also thoroughly reform the crew. Furthermore, he had no intention of becoming a pirate. Why be a thief when you can be a ruler?
"Understood, My Lord," Black Maria immediately agreed.
Next, Ryōsuke had Ulti and Yamato take him down to rest, quietly waiting for tomorrow's power transfer ceremony.
After this formidable man left, Queen the Plague finally sighed and said, "You handled that well, Black Maria. With Lord Kaido not here, we really can't make the call."
Black Maria also felt somewhat helpless. The ever-invincible Lord Kaido had actually lost, and so miserably at that.
"As for whether Lord Kaido will fulfill his promise, that's up to him to decide."
Meanwhile, X Drake's mind was in turmoil. 'This is a monumental event. The Beast Pirates have actually changed their Governor-General, and it's that mysterious, unfathomable guy. I must report this to Navy Headquarters as soon as possible. And that terrifying ability... I couldn't see his movements at all. It must be some kind of time-related Devil Fruit that can pause other people's time. It's ridiculously terrifying.'
Subsequently, the group arrived at the location where Kaido had fallen. At this moment, Kaido was lying face down in a massive crater. He was completely motionless. It seemed he had lost consciousness. They never thought there would come a day when Lord Kaido would end up like this.
Black Maria jumped directly into the giant crater and approached Lord Kaido's ear. She called out softly, "Lord Kaido."
After several calls, Kaido finally regained consciousness. His entire body ached, and he realized that all his bones were shattered. He felt incredibly conflicted. He had never experienced such a state in his entire life; he couldn't move an inch.
"Black Maria... get the medics over here," he groaned.
Black Maria paled in shock. 'Is he completely paralyzed?' How tragic.
"Right away."
"Lord Kaido, there's one more thing. That man wants to take over your authority as Governor-General and command the Beast Pirates. What is your decision, Lord Kaido?"
Kaido was stunned. 'That brat... he wants to take my power just like that?'
"Give it to him. From now on, he is the commander of the Beast Pirates."
He had no choice but to agree; he simply couldn't defeat him. Calming his complicated thoughts, he figured that losing to a guy like that wasn't really anything to be ashamed of. Even if his former captain, Rocks, were here, he would have been beaten to a pulp as well.