One Piece : I resurrected Gol D Roger! Chapter 482-490

Chapter 482—The wind rises in Wano Country

New Navy Headquarters.

Following the public execution, the meticulously orchestrated "scene" by Liu Feng sent shockwaves across the sea. Even several member states previously loyal to the World Government took the initiative to extend an olive branch to the New Navy, seeking protection.

Anyone with a discerning eye could see that this public execution was Liu Feng's way of flexing his military strength.

The impact was undeniable—rumors began spreading worldwide that the New Navy was preparing to suppress the Four Emperors, Kaido, unify the New World, and even overthrow the World Government.

Though mere speculation, these rumors were not entirely baseless. The New Navy’s rapid rise had undeniably made it the most formidable force in the world.

Inside the military office, Liu Feng lifted his head from a mountain of military documents, his face showing signs of exhaustion.

He raised a hand to massage his stiff neck. Ever since Zephyr had taken up the role of an instructor at the military academy, he had completely distanced himself from administrative duties, dumping nearly all military affairs onto Liu Feng. The workload was overwhelming.

Instinctively, Liu Feng lit a cigar and took a deep drag. He had always preferred cigarettes for their convenience, but when drowning in paperwork, he had to admit that strong liquor and cigars provided some relief from the stress.

Glancing at the pile of documents cluttering his desk, he rubbed his temples and sighed bitterly.

"Damn, I'd rather be on the battlefield than stuck here dealing with government affairs. This is pure torture."

Unfortunately, he had no choice.

With Zephyr stepping back, none of his admirals were reliable. Koshiro, the doting father, spent all his time at the training ground teaching Kuina swordsmanship.

Meanwhile, the hedonistic Golden Lion, a notorious drunkard, seized every opportunity to "relive the warmth of the past."

Aokiji did nothing but sleep!

Meanwhile, the newly appointed Admiral, Brandi World, was practically glued to the weapons department, obsessing over armed artillery day and night like a lifeless statue.

Recently, he had received a batch of technical data from Germa 66, which claimed that artillery size and propulsion could be increased by 50%. This revelation had completely consumed the artillery fanatic, making it impossible for him to sit still.

As for Rayleigh—forget it. He had probably disappeared somewhere with a pot of wine.

Liu Feng sighed. It was a real headache.

To be honest, he was getting tired of it all. He wanted to quit—this whole leadership business was exhausting and dull.

But he had no choice. Conquering the world was one thing; ruling it was another. Governance was an art, and brute force alone couldn’t sustain long-term control. Especially in this volatile climate, Liu Feng had to be cautious.

Even though more than a dozen World Government member states had "defected" and sought protection under the New Navy, he knew better than to trust them.

These were opportunists. If the New Navy ever showed signs of weakness, they wouldn’t hesitate to turn their backs on him.

Knock, knock, knock—!

A sharp knock at the door suddenly interrupted his thoughts. Liu Feng, almost relieved by the distraction, quickly smiled.

"Come in!"

Law strode in, saluting Liu Feng. Perched on his shoulder was a black cat.

Noticing Law’s somber expression, Liu Feng frowned.

"What happened?"

Before Law could speak, the black cat licked its paws and chuckled mischievously.

"Fufufu... Looks like there's a problem with your little treasury."

Liu Feng's eyes narrowed. In an instant, the black cat found itself trapped in his grasp, unable to react. The fur on the back of its neck was clenched in his fingers, and its face stiffened in horror.

"M-Meow! Liu Feng, what do you think you're doing?!"

Liu Feng smirked.

"Doflamingo, you seem to be enjoying yourself these days. You've put on some weight."

"Maybe I’ve been too kind to you... letting you live so comfortably."

The black cat, now trembling, tried to struggle, but to its shock, it couldn't move. It felt like an overwhelming, inescapable force pinning it down. Not even the slightest trace of its Devil Fruit power would activate.

Dark-Dark Fruit…!

The realization struck Doflamingo like a bolt of lightning, making his fur stand on end.

"Heh… hehehe…" he forced out an uneasy laugh.

"I was just trying to give you a heads-up…"

"News from the New World—Kaido of the Beasts has invaded Golden City, captured Tesoro alive, and taken control of his trade routes."

"Stussy from Happy Street is also making moves. Seems like the World Government and Wano Country have joined forces."

Liu Feng’s expression darkened. He lifted his gaze toward Law, who nodded grimly in confirmation.

Chapter 483—The World Government is the greatest evil and darkness!

"The Golden City has indeed fallen. According to the intelligence we received, a fierce battle broke out between Tesoro and Kaido, almost wiping out half of the Golden City."

Law said in a very solemn tone.

He didn't expect that at such a critical moment, Kaido would dare to take the risk to attack the Golden Emperor Tesoro.

Originally, he thought that after the public execution that shocked the world, Kaido should be exhausted and shrink in Wano Country to recuperate.

Unexpectedly, such a thing happened.

"Tesoro was captured alive."

"It seems Kaido intends to seize control of the trade routes in the New World," Liu Feng mused, his narrowed eyes gleaming like twin blades, radiating an icy sharpness.

"Trade routes?" Law echoed in confusion, his brow furrowed.

Doflamingo, still in his black cat form, looked equally puzzled.

Liu Feng took a deep drag from his cigar, the curling smoke shrouding his face in an air of inscrutable depth. Then, he sneered.

"That's right. Killing Tesoro means nothing to Kaido," he said. "If all he wanted was revenge, he could've simply eliminated Tesoro. With his strength, that wouldn't have been difficult."

Golden Emperor Tesoro was undoubtedly powerful—he had even awakened the full potential of the Gold-Gold Fruit, making his combat abilities nearly on par with an admiral. Yet, Kaido hadn't just killed him. That meant there was something bigger at play.

Compared to Kaido, a battle-hardened Four Emperor with near-invulnerable defenses, Tesoro didn’t stand a chance. He might not have even been able to scratch Kaido’s skin.

"And yet, that lunatic Kaido chose to capture him alive," Liu Feng mused. "That means he wasn’t after revenge—he wanted the resources Tesoro controlled."

"But with the underground world’s illegal trade completely shut down, what’s left that could be worth this effort?"

"There’s only one answer—the trade routes of the New World."

Even if Kaido managed to reopen those blocked routes, it wouldn’t change the fact that no nation or power in the New World would dare cooperate with him.

At this point, the New Navy's influence extended to every corner of the New World. Aside from a small portion of the Red-Haired Pirates' territory and the seas around Wano, they had taken control of everything.

"In this situation, even if Kaido restores the trade routes, what island or nation would risk offending the New Navy just to do business with the Beasts Pirates?"

Liu Feng smirked. "That’s the key point. Which force in these seas would actually work with Wano?"

Law and Doflamingo’s black cat form exchanged glances before answering in unison.

"The World Government!"

The black cat suddenly let out a sneering chuckle. "Fufufu… I didn’t expect those government rats to still be clinging to their dealings with Wano Country."

Liu Feng glanced at him with a knowing smile. "You seem to know quite a few secrets."

Puffing out his chest, the black cat proudly patted it with his paw. "Of course!"

"On the surface, Wano may be a closed-off nation, but their trade with the World Government never stopped. At least, when I was still around, more than half of Kaido’s arms shipments came through me and went straight to the government."

He flicked his tail and smirked. "And do you really think it’s that simple?"

"Punk Hazard’s artificial Devil Fruit experiments, the human gigantification projects, and all sorts of other forbidden research… none of it would have progressed so smoothly without the World Government’s support and silent approval."

Grinning, he pushed his tiny sunglasses up with a claw.

Law, listening intently, took a deep breath.

So it was all connected. The inhumane experiments, the weapons factories in Wano—everything had ties to the World Government.

Seeing the shock on Law’s face, Doflamingo seemed to revel in his reaction.

"Don’t forget—war and chaos actually benefit the world government."

"Thanks to Kaido’s constant warmongering across the world, many independent nations were left with no choice but to seek protection and assistance from the World Government. And in the end, they were forced to sign treaties to join it."

"And we all know the kind of sky-high Celestial Tribute those treaties impose, don’t we?"

"By exporting turmoil, the World Government ensures it remains the only force capable of ‘maintaining peace.’"

"Fufufufu… This world is nothing more than a toy in their hands."

Liu Feng sneered. "A thief crying thief, huh?"

"The biggest source of war is actually the world government itself. If this truth were exposed, no one would believe it."

Still, as he pieced everything together, he couldn’t help but acknowledge the reality.

This wasn’t new to him—history in his previous world had played out in eerily similar ways.

Keeping the enemy alive… sometimes, that was the best strategy.

Chapter 484— I want to see how Kaido died.

Throughout history, many warlords had used the tactic of raising their enemies to secure their own power. By maintaining an environment of constant threat, they ensured that their independent military forces remained indispensable.

But Liu Feng hadn’t expected that in this pirate-dominated world—where a single ruling family had held sway for 800 years—the World Government would employ such a sinister strategy.

Yet, upon reflection, it made perfect sense.

This sea was simply too vast. Unlike a centralized empire, the World Government didn't rule through direct governance but through a network of allied member states—more akin to the ancient Greek city-states bound by treaties.

At its core, the government’s grip on the world was still limited.

To compensate, its leaders had devised this twisted strategy: colluding with pirate crews to incite wars across the world, forcing nations to submit and seek protection under the government's military might.

"Feeding the enemy to protect yourself?"

Doflamingo, still in his black cat form, was momentarily taken aback before curling his lips into a mocking grin.

"Fufufu… That’s an interesting way to put it," he chuckled. "But you're absolutely right."

Law hesitated, then cautiously asked, "Fleet Admiral Liu Feng, how should we respond?"

Liu Feng fell into deep thought. After a moment, he suddenly asked, "What’s the latest update on the Revolutionary Army?"

Law's eyes widened slightly at Liu Feng’s words. "Fleet Admiral, do you mean to take Wano in just three days?"

Liu Feng exhaled a slow breath, his smirk unwavering. "That’s right. We’ll end this before the World Conference even begins."

Law frowned, clearly concerned. "But gathering troops, preparing warships, strategizing—there’s barely enough time."

Liu Feng shook his head. "We don’t need to send an army. Wano already has an army inside. We just have to light the fire."

Doflamingo, in his black cat form, let out a low chuckle. "Fufufu… You’re talking about the rebels, aren’t you?"

Liu Feng’s eyes gleamed. "Exactly. The people of Wano have been under Kaido’s rule for too long. They’re on the edge of rebellion. We just have to push them over."

He turned to Law. "Send word to Koshiro, Golden Lion, Zephyr, and Rayleigh. The five of us are all that’s needed."

Law saluted. "Understood, Fleet Admiral!"

As Liu Feng stepped toward the door, the wind from the open sea ruffled his coat.

Then, from behind him, Doflamingo’s voice purred, "And me?"

Liu Feng paused. "You?"

Doflamingo’s cat-like grin widened. "I’ve been to Wano. I know the land, the arsenals, and the weaknesses in their defenses. Besides…" His golden eyes gleamed with amusement. "I’d rather like to see what Kaido’s final moments look like."

Liu Feng let out a short chuckle. "You really are a cold bastard."

Doflamingo flicked his tail. "And you need me."

Liu Feng turned back toward the sea. "Fine. Let’s go break a dragon."

Law He slightly widened his eyes.

Law's eyes widened in surprise, but he quickly composed himself. "Understood, Fleet Admiral Liu Feng. I'll notify them immediately."

As Liu Feng donned his cloak, the weight of the situation seemed to settle in. He was not just leading a military operation—he was taking personal command. The timing was tight, but Liu Feng’s confidence never wavered.

“Do not worry about the lack of troops,” Liu Feng continued, his voice calm but with an undeniable edge of resolve. “Wano is a powder keg ready to explode. We don't need to bring in the army. We'll use the forces already within the country.”

He looked toward the horizon as though seeing Wano in his mind's eye, a small smirk creeping onto his face. “The real power lies not in numbers but in the timing of when to strike. And I know exactly when that is.”

Law nodded, although his concerns lingered. He had been with Liu Feng long enough to know his fleet admiral had a plan, but the lack of a full military force still troubled him. However, it was clear that Liu Feng was no ordinary commander. He had always seen opportunities where others only saw risks.

Liu Feng turned, his silhouette imposing against the backdrop of the open door, where the wind whipped through. "Prepare them," he said, his voice firm. "In three days, we'll make Wano ours. And we won’t be bringing war—we’ll be bringing the end."

As he strode out of the room, the weight of what he was about to do settled. Liu Feng wasn’t just going to conquer Wano—he was going to rewrite the rules of the game.

Liu Feng turned slowly, his piercing gaze fixing on the black cat. A dangerous smile curled at the corner of his lips.

"I can’t deny that your knowledge of Wano will be useful," Liu Feng said, his tone deliberate. "But your past with Kaido... that doesn’t exactly make you a trustworthy ally."

The black cat—Doflamingo, now in his feline form—scoffed, clearly unphased. "Trust is a fragile thing, Liu Feng. We're both playing this game, and you're going to need all the help you can get. Besides, my reasons are clear—seeing Kaido fall would be... amusing."

Liu Feng’s expression hardened, but his thoughts were sharp. Doflamingo had been an ally to Kaido, and his loyalty was anything but certain. Yet, his knowledge of Wano's terrain and weaponry was invaluable. As long as Liu Feng could keep him in check, the black cat’s utility outweighed his potential danger.

Liu Feng raised an eyebrow. "You will come, but remember—one wrong move and I won’t hesitate to cut you loose. Understood?"

Doflamingo grinned, showing off his sharp teeth. "Understood, Fleet Admiral. I’ll be on my best behavior. After all, I’m far more useful to you alive."

Liu Feng’s smile didn’t reach his eyes. "Good. Pack your things. We leave for Wano in three days."

As the door closed behind him, Liu Feng took a deep breath. This plan was risky, but it was the only way. With Doflamingo’s knowledge and the skills of his chosen few, he would ensure the fall of Kaido—once and for all.

Chapter 485-486—Alluring Kouzuki!

In Wano Country, the Capital of Flowers.

"Guhehehe!! Good, good, good! Kouzuki, your dance has become more and more captivating!!"

Inside the grand palace banquet hall, the aroma of wine fills the air, and the decorations are splendid.

At the heart of the hall, on a stage made of solid wood, a mesmerizing figure dances.
Her long emerald-colored hair flows gracefully with each movement, resembling a waterfall of green.

The vibrant kimono shifts and sways with her agile steps, occasionally revealing a hint of spring that stirs the imagination.

Her slender, delicate jade feet hover just above the ground, moving like dragonflies. She is as beautiful as a blooming lotus.

The phrase "beautiful as a goddess" fails to capture the full extent of her beauty.

The most beautiful woman in Wano Country, Hiyori Kouzuki! In the audience, Kurozumi Orochi blushed, holding a wine pot in one hand and a pipe in the other. His entire body seemed to tremble with excitement.

After the dance, Kouzuki slowly eased her graceful movements to a stop. She lightly walked toward Kurozumi Orochi, bowed slightly, and said, "Admiral Orochi, I am here to show you my ugliness."

Her red cherry lips formed a seductive and captivating curve.

Kurozumi Orochi laughed, raised his head, and poured the strong liquor from the pot, drinking it all in one gulp before grinning. "Not bad, not bad," he said.

He turned to the members sitting beside him, smiling broadly. "What do you think? A dance like that is rare, right?"

The members did not respond at all, merely nodding like soulless robots.

Kurozumi Orochi cursed them inwardly, thinking they were nothing but garbage.

They are political entities shaped by long-term brainwashing from the world government. Most have been conditioned since childhood, making it impossible to treat them as ordinary individuals.

Lacking personal will, their emotions remain stable and unchanged. Essentially, they function like data programs without a soul, following the world government's rules and executing orders from their superiors.

"Kurozumi Orochi, you are already aware of the Five Elders' intentions."

The leader, 0, didn't even glance at the stunning courtesan, Kouzuki, speaking in an icy tone.

"In addition to establishing a long-term military network through this collaboration,"

"Your Wano country must also open its borders and allow our government members to settle along the borders of your land."

As soon as the words were spoken, the temperature in the palace banquet hall shot up. The atmosphere froze instantly, followed by a chilling gust of wind. The music came to an abrupt halt, and a sharp, echoing sound filled the air.

Bang!!

The speaker was suddenly hurled backward, his neck gripped tightly by a massive dragon's head. He clutched his throat with both hands, struggling desperately to break free, but it was in vain.

Horrified, he realized that half of his body was being slowly consumed by the enormous dragon's head. At last, fear overtook Anna, and she let out an unprecedented scream of terror.

However, her scream lasted only a brief moment before it was abruptly cut off. The man froze completely, like a rooster with its throat constricted.

Pah!!

Suddenly, the entire body of the CP0 member exploded like a swollen watermelon, his shattered remains devoured by the massive, ferocious dragon's head. Blood splattered across the floor and palace walls, creating a horrific and suffocating scene.

The other guests in the room were paralyzed by the sight, gasping in shock before fleeing in terror.

"Founding a country..."

"Moving into my country of Kazuo."

Orochi slowly rose from the ground, lifting another pot of strong wine and gently shaking it.

The terrifying dragon head slowly retracted, reconnecting to his back. It hissed menacingly at the CP0 members, producing a cold, cruel sound, as if a venomous snake was eyeing its prey.

"I ask you, does the world government really think I'm so easy to bully?" Orochi's eyes burned with scarlet murderous intent. "Do you truly believe Liu Feng's declaration of war will frighten me?"

"Don't make me laugh!"

"You want weapons? I can provide them."

"You want a route?"

He paused, and suddenly, with a deafening rumble, a massive, devil-like figure with an imposing presence crashed down from the sky, creating a terrifying crater in the ground. Dust billowed everywhere, and Kaido, holding the unconscious Golden Emperor Tesoro, appeared before everyone.

Kurozumi Orochi glanced at Tesoro in Kaido's grasp and grinned. "The route is open."

"But—"

"If you think you can take advantage of this opportunity to invade, establish your own country, and covet Wano..."

Swish!!!!

The roaring shadows and bloody winds whistled in the palace wantonly, carrying the smell of blood and killing.

"Then you are looking for death!!!"

Chapter 487—The Execution of Shimotsuki Yasuka!

An overwhelming killing intent surged through the air.

A sticky, rancid odor emanated from Orochi, as if countless giant pythons and venomous snakes were flicking their tongues simultaneously, creating a chilling sensation of suffocation and coldness that gripped the room.

Many of the waiters and singers in the banquet hall were struck with fear, their minds losing grip on reality. Their faces turned pale, and they trembled uncontrollably, collapsing to the ground like lifeless dolls.

Hiyori, standing nearby, also appeared shaken, her legs quivering beneath her.

The expressions of the masked members behind her grew uncertain. The one who had just spoken was the leader of their mission team.

While his strength was nowhere near that of the monsters capable of rivaling admirals, he far surpassed the vice admirals of the Navy Headquarters.

Yet, despite this, he had been completely overwhelmed by Kurozumi Orochi's attack.

Though the latter's strike had been a sneak attack, the captain hadn't even been able to react, his life extinguished in an instant.

The powerful strength of Kurozumi Orochi can be seen.

But the most frightening thing was his crazy attitude and the compelling killing intent.

The wildness of swallowing a person whole was a terrifying sight—this monster!

"Do you understand, you bunch of lapdogs trained by the Celestial Dragons?" Orochi sneered, his eyes filled with contempt. "If you understand, get out of Wano Country!"

Kurozumi Orochi appeared thoroughly satisfied, enjoying the fear and panic emanating from the CP0 members. He grinned triumphantly and roared.

The members, stunned, quickly exchanged glances and hurriedly fled the palace in a state of panic.

Kaido watched them retreat, a sneer spreading across his face. He spoke darkly, "Aren't you going to kill them? This isn't like you, Kurozumi Orochi."

Orochi shook his head, still grinning.

"No. After all, we still have a cooperative relationship with the World Government, and now is not the time to sever ties completely."

He paused, a thoughtful expression crossing his face.

"Those old fools are obsessed with 'self-respect' and 'face.' They talk endlessly about it, but if we kill one of them, we’ll have already crossed their line. If we kill them all, the Five Elders would probably be furious with us."

His grin widened.

"The most important thing is, I need them to report back."

Kaido grinned as he tossed the unconscious Golden Emperor Gild Tesoro to the ground. "I never expected this kid to refuse to cooperate with us," he mocked. "Because of a woman, he actually called it 'legitimate business.' What a fool."

Kaido's face was filled with contempt and derision.

Kurozumi Orochi glanced down at Tesoro. "Anyway, he's already in our hands, isn't he?"

"No problem, as long as the route is open."

"Let's go. The execution will start soon."

Kaido paused, surprised. "You’re bringing the execution forward?"

Orochi nodded sinisterly. "Those supernova brats have been causing too much trouble, plus the pressure from the new navy. I don't want anything to jeopardize the country. It's better to silence any opposition as soon as possible."

Kaido regarded Orochi with a playful expression. "You're truly ruthless. The old man took you in as a handyman and saved you from starvation."

Orochi sneered. "So what?"

"If a man doesn't work for himself, he’ll be punished by heaven and earth."

"Only those who survive to the end can be the winners."

With those words, Orochi strode out the door, and Kaido followed, a sneer still on his face.

Outside the palace gates, the street was crowded with people, and the air was filled with noise. Members of the Beast Pirates, clad in animal skins, patrolled the area, keeping watch.

In the center of the open space stood a tall wooden stake, shaped like a cross, to which a short, scarred figure was bound, awaiting execution.

"It’s been a long time, Lord Shimotsuki Yasuie," Kurozumi Orochi said, his grim smile fixed as he gazed at the thin figure on the execution rack. His eyes narrowed dangerously, radiating a sense of smug satisfaction and arrogance.

The man on the execution rack was none other than Shimotsuki Yasuie, the head of the powerful Shimotsuki family, once the daimyo of Wano country. The Shimotsuki family had been as influential as the Kouzuki family, who ruled over Wano.

When Shimotsuki Yasuie heard Orochi’s voice, his body stiffened. With great difficulty, he turned his head and locked eyes with the man. Anger, hatred, and murderous intent burned in his gaze, but his face contorted into a strange, stiff smile, one that seemed out of place with the emotions in his eyes. It was as if he were wearing a mask.

"Guhehe!!!" Orochi laughed, his voice full of mockery. "Laugh!! Now all you can do is laugh, hahaha!! I bet you really want to kill me now, but all you can do is laugh like a little dog."

Shimotsuki Yasuie had eaten a failed artificial Devil Fruit, losing the ability to swim. As a result, all expressions—except for his forced smile—had been stripped from him.

Chapter 488—The strongest warrior of the Shimotsuki family!

"Kurozumi Orochi, you bastard!!"

Hearing Orochi's mocking laughter, Shimotsuki Yasuie roared in fury, his eyes nearly splitting from the intensity of his anger, blood and tears oozing from them.

If only he hadn't been so soft-hearted and taken in the ambitious Kurozumi Orochi, none of this would have happened.

Orochi wouldn't have had the opportunity to harm Lord Oden, and Wano Country would never have descended into chaos.

Countless lives were lost in the turmoil—many samurai were persecuted to death, and the people were forced to consume failed artificial Devil Fruits, turning them into puppets with nothing but the cursed "smile" expression.

Wano, once a powerful country, had completely fallen into Orochi's hands. The once proud people of the Shimotsuki family had become mere tools in Kaido's arsenal for conquering the New World.

Shimotsuki Yasuie’s heart was filled with burning hatred. He loathed Kurozumi Orochi deeply, but even more so, he hated himself.

Perhaps, if he hadn’t made that fateful decision, Wano Country would never have faced such disaster.

Anger, regret, unwillingness, and murderous intent surged within him. As a result, tears of self-blame and regret flowed from his eyes, but the smile never left his face. He could only laugh. It was a hollow, mocking laugh—like a clown, mocking the entire situation.

Kurozumi Orochi grinned widely, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "But I see you're very happy. Aren't you laughing?"

"Guhehehe!!"

" "Do you know?" Orochi's grin widened even further. "Actually, I'm really grateful to you."

"If you hadn't taken me in, I wouldn't have had the chance to take my revenge."

"So, I still owe you a big favor."

At that moment, the smile on Kurozumi Orochi's face grew even more twisted and intense.

What no one noticed, however, was that behind Orochi and Kaido stood a figure with a pale face, her delicate fingers, as slender as green onions, clenched tightly.

Hearing Kurozumi Orochi’s mocking laugh, Shimotsuki Yasuie almost broke his teeth. A blood-red mark appeared at the corner of his mouth from the intensity of his anger.

Around them, many people who didn’t know the truth were laughing and hurling various items at the execution rack—eggs, persimmons, and rotten vegetables. They excitedly shouted, "Admiral Orochi! Kill this traitor!!"

"Yes, yes, yes! Admiral! Kill this guy!!"

"Kill, kill!"

The crowd shouted with growing enthusiasm, and Shimotsuki Yasuie’s heart shattered. His spirits sank to the deepest pit, and his world crumbled around him.

After years of oppressive rule, many in Wano Country had been brainwashed by Kurozumi Orochi and Kaido. They had been convinced that the Kouzuki and Shimotsuki clans were traitors to the country and the ones responsible for the disaster that struck years ago. In their eyes, Kurozumi Orochi and Kaido had become the guardians of Wano.

"Damn it!"
"Damn it!"
"Damn it!!!"

Shimotsuki Yasuie screamed in fury, his heart filled with rage, yet his face remained frozen in that strange, forced smile.

"Did you hear that, Lord Shimotsuki Yasuie?" Kurozumi Orochi taunted, his smile dripping with mockery. "It seems that everyone wants you to die."

"In that case, let me fulfill everyone's wish."

Kurozumi Orochi grinned widely, slowly raising his hand. In the distance, atop a Japanese-style building, a figure with bat wings sneered, raising his hand with deadly intent. He drew back his bow, and the sharp arrowheads gleamed in the sunlight, sending a chilling, suffocating light across the scene.

A spiral of armed color haki quickly wrapped around the arrow, amplifying its power.

"I, Kurozumi Orochi, the Admiral of Wano Country, now announce that Shimotsuki Yasuie, the traitor of Wano Country, is sentenced to death!!"

With a wild laugh, Kurozumi Orochi raised his arm in triumph. The next moment, the bat-winged figure released the arrow, sending it soaring toward its target.

Swoosh!!

The subtle sound of the arrow cutting through the air suddenly erupted, causing waves of tension to ripple through the crowd.

Shimotsuki Yasuie closed his eyes weakly, resigned to his fate.

Suddenly, Kurozumi Orochi’s face shifted, and Kaido frowned in confusion.

Boom!!!

A deafening roar shattered the moment, and violent shockwaves erupted in all directions. The force was so intense that many onlookers were blown away, their bodies tossed like ragdolls.

As the dust settled, Kurozumi Orochi and Kaido stood frozen, staring at the figure now standing before the execution rack. Slowly, the dust cleared, revealing a tall figure.

A warm, jade-like flag swirled gently in the breeze. The figure stood with a faint smile on his lips, his eyes half-closed in a calm, calculating manner. A black Admiral’s cloak draped over his gray Taoist robe.

In one hand, he gripped a sword, its edge locked firmly against the sharp arrow, halting its progress. The arrow shuddered, its tail vibrating, before finally losing all momentum and slowly falling to the ground with a soft thud.

Shimotsuki Yasuie, staring in disbelief at the figure who had appeared out of nowhere to save him, felt his mind go blank. His eyes widened in shock, and for a brief moment, everything seemed to freeze.

"Sorry, Master Kang, I'm late."

A soft voice echoed through the air, but it carried a clear undertone of killing intent.

Shimotsuki Yasuie froze for a moment, then suddenly burst out in a wild, carefree laugh.

A smile so genuine, so natural, it seemed to come straight from his heart.

"It's good to be here," he murmured, his voice full of emotion.

Tears flowed freely down his face, but they weren’t tears of fear or despair—they were tears of relief, of hope.

The figure who had appeared was none other than Shimotsuki Koshiro—the strongest warrior of the Shimotsuki family.

Chapter 489-490—The combat power of five admirals!?

Although many years had passed, Koshiro had changed significantly. He was much more mature than when he had first set sail. His once youthful appearance now bore the signs of age, with strands of gray in his hair. His voice, once immature and unsteady, had transformed into a deep, commanding tone.

But Shimotsuki Yasuie didn’t need more than a moment to recognize him. The gentle, jade-like temperament, the warrior's poise shaped by years of enduring hardships in silence—it was unmistakable. This was the great swordsman of the past, Shimotsuki Koshiro. He had finally returned!

Tears flowed freely down Shimotsuki Yasuie’s face, but this time, they weren’t tears of sorrow or regret. His heart swelled with genuine happiness. This time, his smile was real—no longer forced by the side effects of the failed artificial devil fruit, but a smile born from deep within.

Swish!!

Koshiro suddenly swung his sword, and a brilliant streak of light sliced through the air.

Shimotsuki Yasuie, still bound to the execution rack, felt the ropes loosen, and with a soft thud, he collapsed to the ground, breathing heavily, his body trembling from the overwhelming emotions of the moment.

"Ahhh!!!"

At this time, the crowd finally reacted and burst into screams of fear.

"It's him!!"

"The admiral of the new navy!!"

"The great swordsman Koshiro!!"

"He actually appeared here!!"

"Could it be that the new navy has landed in Wano Country?"

"!!!"

Everyone's faces drained of color as they stared at Koshiro with wide, disbelieving eyes, as if they had just seen a ghost in broad daylight.

Although Wano Country had been closed off to the outside world, and Kaido and Kurozumi Orochi had done their best to suppress any outside news, no wall was truly impenetrable. The Navy's recent commotion in the New World had already spread like wildfire through the ranks of the Beast Pirates.

As the crowd erupted in panicked screams, a thunderous roar suddenly split the sky, completely drowning out the noise below. The sound of thunder was so immense, so powerful, that it felt as though the very heavens were being torn apart. The deafening crack of lightning sent a shiver through everyone present.

In a state of shock and fear, they instinctively looked up. Above them, a golden warship slowly emerged from behind the clouds, its majestic form descending from the heavens, casting an overwhelming presence over the scene.

The dazzling black battle flag rose up in the wind, like a dancing dragon.

"Hahahaha!!"

"Kaido!! This time, you won't be as lucky as last time in Dressrosa!!"

A rebellious, sinister laugh echoed from afar, and a golden figure quickly descended to the ground, twirling with wild energy.

His long hair whipped through the air as he laughed maniacally, a lit cigar clutched between his teeth. With a powerful thud, he landed on his feet, two swords in hand—Shiki the Golden Lion, the flying Admiral!

As soon as the Golden Lion hit the ground, his fiery eyes locked onto Kaido, who stood not far away.

The last time they had met in Dressrosa, Shiki had been unable to break through the little reptile’s defenses, having not fully recovered from his injuries.

But this time, it was different.

His strength had returned to its peak, and the grievances of the past years, including Lingling’s betrayal, weighed heavily on his mind. It was time to settle the score once and for all!

At the same moment, Rayleigh, Zephyr, and Liu Feng also descended from the deck of the Ark Maxim, landing gracefully beside him, ready for the confrontation ahead.

"Kaido, it's been a long time since we last met," Rayleigh called out, his voice booming with authority and confidence. He flashed a mischievous grin, his eyes full of history with the Beast Pirate captain.

"This time, none of you can escape," Zephyr added, his fighting spirit radiating, ready for a clash that would shake the earth.

The five legendary figures—Liu Feng, Golden Lion, Zephyr, Rayleigh, and Koshiro—stood together, a united front of unyielding power. Their black cloaks of justice fluttered behind them, and the sheer force of their presence made the very ground beneath them tremble. It was as if justice itself had arrived in Wano, a display of military might that sent shockwaves through the Beast Pirates surrounding the area.

The sight of five admiral-level warriors standing side by side was enough to turn the faces of the Beast Pirates nearby ashen. They had no idea how they could stand against such overwhelming strength.

Kaido and Kurozumi Orochi exchanged a quick glance, their expressions hardening into grimaces of determination. They knew the power of the five warriors before them. But as the tension built, they couldn't help but smile—fiercely and with malicious intent.

Kurozumi Orochi sneered, his voice dripping with contempt, "I didn’t expect you to be so foolish as to come all the way here to die." His eyes glinted with cruel amusement as he spoke. "Don’t you know that the World Government has joined forces with us? Their department members will arrive soon. You’ve made a fatal mistake."

With a mocking laugh, he continued, "Since you’re here, you'll all die here. How unfortunate. Guhehe!!"

Kaido stood beside Orochi, his usual fierce demeanor now radiating a dangerous, almost cruel satisfaction. They were prepared, and they would not be easily intimidated.

Kurozumi Orochi's triumphant laughter faltered as he noticed the sudden shift in the atmosphere. His smile froze, turning into a look of confusion, his face flushing an unnatural shade of red and purple, as though his throat had been constricted.

Liu Feng, standing at the front of the group, broke into a chilling smile. Behind him, an overwhelming dark aura surged, thick and oppressive, spreading like a massive black fog. It billowed upwards, twisting and writhing like a storm, as several broken bodies, lifeless and mangled, were expelled from the darkness, crashing to the ground with sickening thuds like discarded refuse.

Kaido's eyes widened in shock and recognition.

"Are these the members of the World Government you were talking about?"

His voice was low, heavy with disbelief.

Liu Feng's smile only grew colder, his gaze unwavering. Without a word, he let the scene speak for itself.

The air crackled with tension as Kurozumi Orochi’s mocking laughter echoed through the battlefield. “Did you really think you could defeat me here in my kingdom?” he sneered, eyes gleaming with malice. “You’re all just fools.”

But his smile froze as a dark aura began to swirl around Liu Feng, who stood at the front, a calm smile on his face. From within the shadowy mist, lifeless bodies of World Government soldiers fell to the ground, discarded like trash.

Kaido’s eyes widened in shock. “Are these the so-called members of the World Government?” he growled.

Liu Feng’s smile deepened, and with a cold, unwavering voice, he replied, “The World Government? They're nothing. You, on the other hand, will be my real challenge.”

Orochi’s face turned a sickly red with fury. “You think you can destroy everything I've built?” he hissed. "You have no idea what you're facing!"

Kaido laughed, shaking his head. “Arrogant fools. Look around, Orochi. You really think you stand a chance now?”

Liu Feng’s smirk only widened. “You’ve both outlived your usefulness.”

With a roar, Kaido lunged forward, fists crashing toward Liu Feng, while Orochi followed in pursuit. But Liu Feng moved effortlessly, dodging their strikes. “Is that all you’ve got?” he taunted.

Suddenly, from the corner of their eyes, a figure shot across the battlefield like a black arrow—swift, silent, and deadly. Koshiro’s figure blurred through the air, a phantom light that even Kaido and Orochi couldn’t help but notice.

Liu Feng and the others watched in shock as Koshiro moved with incredible speed, realizing the true purpose behind his arrival. They glanced at Shimotsuki Yasuie, still lying bloodied and bruised on the ground, and immediately understood. The final battle had begun.