The orange-haired Nami looked completely at a loss.
*Did we really just land like this?*
*This was way too easy.*
It was much easier than any of their previous adventures. Moreover, as she carefully observed their surroundings, she realized there was absolutely no one keeping watch.
*Just what in the world happened here?*
Shortly after the Straw Hat Pirates landed on the island, they encountered Bepo of the Heart Pirates, who had been waiting by the shore. He was a subordinate of Trafalgar Law.
He had been waiting there specifically for the Straw Hat crew.
Bepo then invited the Straw Hats to Law's hideout. Naturally, Luffy and the others followed him.
Trafalgar Law was their allied comrade, and the purpose of their alliance was, of course, to take down Kaido.
They soon arrived at Law's hideout, and Luffy looked incredibly excited.
"Tra-guy!"
Trafalgar Law looked speechless. *This guy...*
He was always giving him random nicknames.
"I'll tell you about the situation on the island first. Then you can decide whether or not we should continue our alliance to deal with Kaido."
"Wano Country no longer exists. It has been replaced by the Empire on Which the Sun Never Sets. The Emperor himself is utterly terrifying—even more terrifying than Kaido."
"The Empire on Which the Sun Never Sets was formed after he absorbed and reformed the Beast Pirates."
"So, Straw Hat-ya, are you sure you still want to go after Kaido?"
"If you target Kaido, that Emperor won't just sit back and watch."
He had only accompanied them to repay the favor he owed the Straw Hats. They had helped him defeat Doflamingo, fulfilling his lifelong wish.
The Straw Hats turned pale with shock upon hearing this.
Previously, they had only received the news of Kaido's submission. They never expected that both the Beast Pirates and Wano Country were now under the Emperor's rule.
This new, formidable enemy left them at a loss.
Luffy, however, burst into laughter.
"Of course we're continuing the plan! Not only are we going to take down Kaido, but we're also going to take down that Emperor! How dare he force my friend Rebecca into a political marriage!"
Law felt helpless hearing this.
*That's exactly like Straw Hat-ya's style.*
Although it was brainless, this was also the source of their courage. No matter how strong the enemy was, they dared to face them head-on.
Speaking of political marriages, it reminded him of something.
"Oh right, I need to tell you one more thing. Your crewmate, Robin, is also going to marry that man."
Sanji instantly appeared by Law's side, asking furiously.
"What did you just say?!"
Law said, speechless.
"Exactly what it sounds like."
Sanji instantly exploded with rage.
"That damn Emperor of the Empire on Which the Sun Never Sets! How dare he!"
"Robin-chan must have been forced!"
This was something he wouldn't even dare to dream of. To be able to marry Robin-chan... what a blissful thing that would be!
Luffy's face darkened, looking completely enraged.
"Damn it! How dare he steal my crewmate! I'm definitely going to send that guy flying!"
Nami remained expressionless.
*It looks like Robin was captured.*
*Captured by that Emperor of the Empire on Which the Sun Never Sets to be his concubine.*
Suddenly, a sense of crisis washed over her. She felt that this Emperor had a very strong interest in women.
*Does that mean I'm in danger too?*
She had a bad experience in the past. That was when they encountered the Warlord of the Sea, Gecko Moria. She was almost forced into marriage by his subordinate.
The more she thought about it, the more likely it seemed. She muttered to herself.
"Doesn't that mean I'm in danger too?"
Hearing Nami's words, Sanji also became alert.
"Don't worry, Nami-san! I absolutely won't let that Emperor lay a finger on you!"
Nami looked at Sanji expectantly.
"Then you'd better protect me well."
She didn't have much combat power, after all. Even though her bounty had already reached 66 million Berries.
Law looked exasperated. They were still a noisy bunch. It was time to get down to business.
"Let's formulate a plan next. The Shogun of Wano Country, Kurozumi Orochi, has already been eliminated."
"However, the Beast Pirates only have half their original numbers left. These people have become the army of the Empire on Which the Sun Never Sets."
"That man let go of anyone who didn't want to continue being a pirate."
Sanji said with a smile.
"Their numbers are cut in half? Well, that's a very good thing."
Law couldn't help but shoot him down.
"Even though they lost half their numbers, they gained someone even stronger than Kaido. To be honest, I'd rather face over ten thousand people than face that man."
Luffy said with a serious face.
"Don't worry. Leave that guy to me."
"By the way, where are Momo and the others right now? They should have arrived here with you, right?"
Law said helplessly.
"His situation isn't looking too good right now. Because this time, the one marrying that Emperor is also his younger sister, Kozuki Hiyori."
Sanji was shocked.
"What?! Isn't she the true princess of this country? Counting Rebecca and Robin from before, is this guy actually going to marry three beautiful women?!"
His heart was completely consumed by envy, jealousy, and hatred.
Luffy was also shocked.
"Take us to Momo."
"Alright. He's at Oden Castle."
...
Inside the imperial palace of the Emperor of the Empire on Which the Sun Never Sets.
In the courtyard, Ryōsuke lay leisurely on a reclining chair.
He had already delegated all the tasks, so naturally, he didn't have to do anything himself. He only needed to issue orders.
The environment here was quite nice. After all, it was an island nation, and strong winds blew frequently. It made him feel incredibly comfortable.
Right at this moment, the obese Queen the Plague stepped into the courtyard.
He reported.
"CP0 of the World Government requests an audience."
"Let them in."
Ryōsuke said calmly.
Before long, two CP0 members arrived in the courtyard and saw the Emperor of the Empire on Which the Sun Never Sets lying on the reclining chair.
They were extremely surprised. To think he was so young, yet he had already defeated Kaido of the Beasts. He had even absorbed his pirate crew. Just who exactly was this man?
The leader spoke up.
"My Lord, we are the CP0 organization of the World Government. Since you have seized Wano Country from Kurozumi Orochi, we hope our weapons and Seastone trades can continue as usual."
Ryōsuke opened his eyes and looked at these men wearing white cloaks and masks.
"How could we do that? The price is now double what it was before."
Previously, he had distributed most of the money to the people exploited by Kurozumi Orochi, as well as spent it on treating the pollution. He had already spent a lot of money.
Of course, he also had to maintain these legions under his command, which cost even more money.
And the World Government had the most money. The Heavenly Tribute they collected every year was an astronomical amount.
It would be a waste not to take it.
The CP0 members' expressions changed drastically.
"My Lord, your demands are exorbitant."