eurekapd Chapter 148 Wano Country: Kurozumi Higurashi
Chapter 148 Wano Country: Kurozumi Higurashi
Chapter 148 Wano Country: Kurozumi Higurashi
[Kozuki Castle, Wano Country, Shogun's Residence]
Although it was early spring in March, the residence of the Kozuki clan exuded a desolate and sorrowful atmosphere typical of autumn.
"Wow!!"
Bang--!!
The wooden barrier was smashed by a purple-haired figure.
"General!!"
"You can't be hurt! What will happen to Wano Country if you're not here?!"
Ignoring the strange looks from the servants, Kurozumi Orochi rushed to Kozuki Sukiyaki's bed and burst into tears.
"Great Serpent, I have only caught a common cold, I am not going to die."
"I have felt your loyalty. Please be quiet. The healer will help me recover my health."
Healer! ?
The black charcoal serpent, head bowed and weeping, had a flicker in its eyes, but quickly suppressed the unusual glint.
She looked up, her eyes filled with tears, her snot and tears mixed together.
Looking at the black charcoal serpent, Kozuki Sukiyaki actually showed a look of satisfaction.
"You are different from your father, Orochi. Your loyalty is enough to atone for the disasters committed by the Kurozumi family."
"Don't worry, I will recover as soon as possible. Are the lords of Wano Country waiting for my next move?" "Yes, General!"
After kneeling down, Kurozumi Orochi bent over again, his forehead slamming onto the tatami mat with a cracking sound.
"I will certainly pray fervently to the gods that your cold will soon be gone!"
"Go down."
The black charcoal serpent slowly moved its legs outwards, keeping its body and head bent throughout the process.
"Lord Orochi is truly the General's most loyal subordinate."
"Who says otherwise? I heard the General's health is failing; a common cold shouldn't have kept Sukiyaki-sama in bed for so long!"
"That's right, that's right. It's a pity that Lord Oden is not in Wano Country right now, otherwise, it would surely be the esteemed Lord Oden who succeeds him!"
Kozuki Oden!
Walking through the mansion with his head down, listening to the whispers of the servants, Kurozumi Orochi's eyes, hidden in the shadows, were filled with resentment and twisted emotions.
He is clearly the master of Wano Country!
His father and grandfather were the real names of the Flower Capital!
He, Kurozumi Orochi, should be the true Shogun of Wano Country!
Whoosh—Bang!
The wooden gate was slammed shut.
Entering his residence within the mansion, he removed his wooden clogs and quickly ran towards the deepest part of the residence.
"Mu Chan, when will the group of people you contacted overseas arrive!?"
"I can no longer tolerate this!"
"I am the last daimyo of the Kurozumi clan, and I rightfully deserve to be the master of this country!"
"I will kill all those traitors then!!"
"Hehehe~~ They have reached the outskirts of Wano Country, Lord Orochi."
Kurotan Musashi turned around, and two candles tied to her forehead with a bandage were slowly burning.
He held a talisman made of paper, hemp rope, and a wooden stick.
"Now that Kozuki Sukiyaki is still recovering from her illness, this is the perfect opportunity for our Kurozumi family to rise up and exact revenge!"
"With our allies here to secure victory, we're sure to restore the glory of the Black Charcoal Clan this time!"
"The plan is set for tomorrow night!"
Kurotan Musashi brandished the exorcising artifact in his hand.
"Tomorrow at dusk, I will secretly lead Kaido's subordinates into the Flower Capital!"
"You must serve the general closely these next few days."
"Upon my return, I will immediately imprison the Shogun. I will use my abilities to transform into the likeness of Kozuki Sukiyaki and, in his capacity, command you as the acting Shogun temporarily in charge of all affairs in Wano Country!"
"Once you die of illness in a few years, you can rightfully become a true shogun!!"
The black charcoal serpent squinted, its upturned lips revealing the barely suppressed joy in its heart.
"Mu Chan, if that's the case, why do we need outside help?"
"Once I become the shogun, Wano Country will be no match for my mere words!"
"You are still too young, General Orochi."
Kurozumi Musashi's cry of "General!" made Kurozumi Orochi raise its head, straightening its bent back for the first time.
"Whether it's Fuzuki Oyomi, who governs Nozomi, Amatsuki Tempura, who governs Udon, or Shimotsuki Gyuumaru and Shimotsuki Yasuie, who govern Suzuko and Hakumai, they all have their own formidable armies."
"It's difficult for our Black Charcoal family to build up truly loyal followers in a short period of time."
"At this time, as long as we can find a way to use the forces of the Beast Pirates and make them fight each other with the private armies of the daimyo, it won't be long before our Kurozumi clan can rise again."
"I see~~" Kurozumi Orochi suddenly realized: "As long as I continue to endure for a few more years, I believe those outsiders will also trust me. Then, once their leader is dead..."
"And I can then rightfully take over their subordinates!"
"Muchan, having you in the Kurozumi family is our clan's good fortune!"
Kurotan Musashi cackled eerily.
"You flatter me too much, General. It's all thanks to you. If it weren't for your forbearance and your ability to lull Kozuki Sukiyaki into a false sense of security, our plan would never have gone so smoothly."
"Hahahaha!!!"
Kurozumi Orochi tried hard to suppress his laughter, but the ambition in his eyes was undisguised.
"Very well, Muchan, let's begin the operation!"
March, 1494 (Haiyuan Calendar), end of the month.
Bazel lay on a chair on the deck, yawning boredly.
"Ah Shi, remember to hide later so that guy doesn't see you."
"The woman you met during your time travel should be Kurozumi Muchan. We can deal with her after we finish what we need to do."
Tengetsu sat to the side, looking somewhat absent-minded.
Not far away, Quinn and Ashie were still helping the little people put on miniature versions of Tech Den Den Mushi.
"Rambo, just press here to start it."
Quinn lay on the wooden board, pointing at the small button on Rambo's chest.
"Because this is a very special miniature version of the Den Den Mushi larva, its shooting range is limited, so please remember to get closer when you take pictures."
"learn!"
Rambo straightened his beret, his expression serious.
"This is the first mission Bazel has given our clan, and we absolutely will not mess it up!"
"Bian, Kabu, be ready to go at any time!"
"Understood, Deputy Commander!"
The only two young members of the Tontatta clan who had eaten Devil Fruits prepared their equipment and began their first filming experiment.
The person watching this scene suddenly asked:
"Bazaar, were you planning this all along, ever since you met the Tontata clan?"
"You knew we were coming to Wano Country, so every step you take is preparation for the future."
"Including the addition of scientists Ashie and Quinn, as well as the dwarf surveillance force."
Bazel sat up, wiped the secretions from the corner of his eye, and casually wiped them on Jin's leather coat.
"More or less."
"Atoki is from Wano Country eight hundred years ago, and one day she will want to return to her hometown."
"I wasn't preparing for today; the dwarves and scientists are just part of the plan."
"What Rambo and his crew filmed will be key to turning our reputation around."
"After all, this is Ashi's hometown, and I hope to take back everything that belongs to her using some methods that are not too cruel."
"Boss Bazel~~"
As they looked up, the sun was just beginning to set in the west.
Davego's shouts came from the lookout tower.
"A ship is approaching us!"
Barzel raised his right arm and made a gesture.
"Understood, Babanuki. Put away the main guns and notify Dorry and Brogy to prepare to give the enemy a taste of their power!"
"receive!"
Soon, groups of Beast Pirates emerged from all directions and gathered at the entrance and exit of the deck.
Leading them were the three giants.
Loki and the other two sat cross-legged, exuding the innate fierceness and ruggedness of giants.
Bazel remained in his original position; the protagonist is the protagonist no matter where he is.
With Kaido gone, he is now the captain.
"Speaking of which, did that bastard Kaido die from being on a woman's belly?"
Bazel glared at the setting sun with displeasure.
"Didn't that guy say he was going away to play for a while and would be back before we headed to Wano Country?!"
Jin shook his head, his face behind the mask filled with pity: "Why would someone as intelligent as you believe such a thing?"
"Even I no longer believe Mr. Kaido's nonsense about just going out for a stroll."
"Open the hatch! Lower the landing ladder!!"
An opening was made in the side of the ship.
Amaterasu, who had been lost in thought, snapped out of it and hurriedly put on his hood to hide his true face.
Bazel stood up and gently pressed his palm against Tianyue Shi's head.
"Ah Shi, I will avenge you. Anyone who dares to lay a hand on you will not live in peace."
"That guy attacked you ten years ago, right?"
"Talk?" Amatsuki blinked. "That's right, but it's alright. If it were me, I'd be startled and attack if a stranger suddenly appeared next to me."
"One thing at a time, your status is different now."
Bazel exuded an imposing aura, his cloak billowing behind him.
"Let's go, Abel, let's see what tricks that old woman is up to."