#230 - Chapter 230 Taking Over Wano Country
Wano Country, Flower Capital.
Everything has returned to the way it was before the war.
Merchants on the streets have set up their stalls again, children chase and play in the streets, and the air is filled with the familiar aroma of grilled dumplings.
If there's any difference from before, it's probably that there are fewer pirates on the roads between cities.
Now, Wano Country has returned to an era ruled by samurai.
A gentle breeze blew into the attic, bringing cherry blossoms dancing from the earth, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere throughout the Flower Capital.
Inside the highest阁楼in the Flower Capital, a scene of singing and dancing unfolds.
A figure is chasing women while blindfolded.
"Hehehehehe..."
Kurozumi Orochi has returned to his previous state, focusing on drinking, playing, and amusing himself.
His short body moved clumsily around the room, the sake cup in his hand swaying, spilling a few drops of sake.
His face wore a disgusting lewd smile, his eyes were covered with a ribbon, but he could still accurately capture the movements around him.
Without Kaido and the Kozuki family to hinder him, Wano Country has now become his true one-man rule.
His heavy footsteps echoed in the阁楼, like a monkey rampaging through it.
"Don't run away..."
He shouted, his tone laced with a cynical teasing,
"My embrace is very warm, I guarantee you'll never want to leave!"
His rough hand tried to grab a woman hiding behind a screen, but she quickly dodged, letting out a silver bell-like laugh.
Her heart was pounding, her cheeks flushed, but she had to continue this dangerous game.
They knew that if they angered Kurozumi Orochi, the consequences would be unimaginable.
"Ah..."
Another woman was grabbed by the wrist by Kurozumi Orochi, exclaimed, and immediately struggled.
However, it seemed that Kurozumi Orochi hadn't had enough fun yet, and easily let go of the woman.
"Oh my, you are so naughty..."
The women continued to giggle and hide, the entire阁楼filled with laughter.
These laughter were mixed with fear and helplessness, and their screams and frolics echoed in every corner.
Kurozumi Orochi's laughter became even more presumptuous, and his eyes gleamed with triumph.
He greedily savored this moment of power and pleasure.
Now the entire Wano Country was under his control, these people were in his palm, and he could do things he never dared to imagine before.
His heart was filled with satisfaction and pride, he had finally reached an unparalleled position.
Suddenly, Kurozumi Orochi grabbed a slightly thick arm.
He frowned, who brought this kind of woman?
He immediately wanted to get angry and have his subordinates drag this woman out and deal with her.
But soon, the words that the other party said into his ear made him feel as if he had fallen into an ice cave.
"Orochi, you're quite the player..."
The man teased.
Kurozumi Orochi tore off the ribbon covering his eyes, and cold sweat kept dripping from his forehead.
"Vice Admiral Jin, why are you here..."
His voice trembled, and his body softened as he knelt down.
"What...? Not welcome?"
Jin teased.
Kurozumi Orochi shook his head like a rattle.
"How could that be? Vice Admiral Jin saved my life, the entire Wano Country will always welcome your arrival."
As he spoke, he glanced around the room, secretly planning in his heart that none of these people who saw his ugly state would live!
"No need to look, the people here were sent out when I came."
Jin directly exposed Kurozumi Orochi's little thoughts.
"I wouldn't dare..."
Kurozumi Orochi was so frightened that he kowtowed directly to Jin, his forehead hitting the floor with a dull sound.
Jin asked:
"Do you know why I came to see you this time?"
Kurozumi Orochi looked up at Jin, his eyes filled with fear and doubt.
"I...I don't know..."
A chill rose in his heart, could it be that Jin was also here for his little life?
"I remember when I saved you, you seemed to say that as long as I saved you,"
Jin slowly approached, looking down at Kurozumi Orochi kneeling on the ground, his voice calm but with an irresistible pressure,
"You would listen to everything I say..."
That scene flashed through Kurozumi Orochi's mind, his whole body trembling, knowing that he had no way out.
He swallowed hard and said in a low voice:
"Yes, Vice Admiral Jin, that's what I said back then..."
Jin's eyes became sharp as he stared at Kurozumi Orochi, as if he wanted to see through his soul.
"Very good, I need you to do a few things."
His tone was still calm, but there was an unquestionable power.
Kurozumi Orochi responded tremblingly:
"I will definitely do whatever you order."
Seeing that the other party was so cooperative, Jin continued,
"First, I want you to completely eliminate all pirates within the territory of Wano Country. Didn't you say that Wano Country is your one-man rule? Then use your power to turn this place into a country without pirates."
"Second, I want you to restore the normal order of Wano Country. Without Kaido and the Kozuki family to hinder you, you can govern this country well instead of indulging in pleasure all day long."
Kurozumi Orochi nodded repeatedly, more cold sweat seeping from his forehead.
He knew that every word Jin said was an order, and he dared not disobey.
"Finally,"
Jin lowered his head, approached Kurozumi Orochi's ear, and said in a low voice,
"I know there are many ninjas in Wano Country. I want you to form an intelligence agency, and then provide me with a steady stream of collected intelligence. You are responsible for the operation of this agency."
"Do you understand?"
Kurozumi Orochi's heart was pounding, he knew he had no way out.
"Understood, Vice Admiral Jin, I will definitely do it."
Jin nodded in satisfaction, stood up straight, and looked down at Kurozumi Orochi.
"Remember, everything you have was given to you by me. If you dare to have any thoughts of betrayal, you should know the consequences."
Kurozumi Orochi's forehead hit the ground again, his voice trembling:
"I wouldn't dare, Vice Admiral Jin, I definitely wouldn't dare."
Jin turned and left, Kurozumi Orochi collapsed to the ground, his whole body weak, and cold sweat soaked his clothes.
He knew that from this moment on, his every move would be under Jin's surveillance, and he would never be able to escape.
He looked at Jin's departing back, a wave of despair surged in his heart, but he could only grit his teeth and persevere, lest he accidentally bring about his own destruction.
However, these things that Jin requested were not difficult to do.
Even, it would be beneficial for him to establish prestige in Wano Country and make the people forget about the damn Kozuki family.
"......"
Leaving Orochi's residence, Jin smiled, another thing was settled.
These requests to Orochi were also to develop the national strength of Wano Country stronger, so that it could be used as a knife in his hand in the future.
The World Government let Kong retire to the rear so quickly, which means that they have some doubts about the Navy's interior.
Maybe they will find him soon.
He must speed up the accumulation of power in his hands.
"Have you finished all your business?"
Toki playfully blinked her big eyes, looking at Jin who suddenly appeared beside her.
"Yeah."
Jin nodded.
"Then, shouldn't you fulfill your promise~?"
Toki looked at Jin with anticipation.
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