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Chapter 1418: The Bizarre Worm Appears in Alabasta! (Three-in-One)
Under the gaze of all the attending representatives, King Cobra, thirty-two years old this year, slowly rose from his chair. His deep gaze met the lens of the Video Den Den Mushi.
At this moment, he was making eye contact across the distance with every citizen of Alabasta before the virtual screen.
King Cobra could imagine how shocked, even panicked, his subjects were at this moment.
Because every King Nefertari throughout history had taken 'The Nation is the People' as their governing principle.
Thus, each generation of kings was able to empathize with their subjects and prioritize their interests during their reign.
Naturally, they were deeply loved by all their citizens, laying a solid foundation of trust between both sides.
This was what allowed a resource-poor desert nation to gradually develop into a superpower with a population of over ten million.
But King Cobra knew he had no choice, and immediately began his speech.
"My subjects, my children, yes, I have decided to abdicate the throne, and hand over the regime and kingdom to the World Government."
He got straight to the point in his first sentence, solely to make it easy for every citizen to understand.
This was met with dead silence throughout the entire Alabasta Kingdom.
The sorrow in people's hearts seemed to begin transforming into dark clouds, gradually shrouding the nation overhead.
Even the hundreds of thousands of Zero Demon Elf Race who had only recently moved to Nevartes City.
At this moment, they were all silent, without the slightest commotion, showing their respect for this kingdom and this king.
Cobra's speech continued.
His voice was transmitted through Den Den Mushi to every corner of the entire kingdom, and even the entire world.
"I have made every effort, but now, I believe this is the best choice. I guarantee this will be a peaceful transition and will not harm anyone."
"I thank you for your continued support and understanding of the Nefertari Royal Family."
"I have always believed that the duty of a monarch is to protect his subjects and create a better future for them."
"Today, I firmly believe that handing over the kingdom to the World Government is the best way to achieve this goal, because the crisis and challenges we are about to face can only be borne and faced by the World Government."
In his subsequent remarks, King Cobra expressed trust and respect for the World Government.
He concluded with the sentence, 'I look forward to what the future will look like, but I believe that as long as we work together, this civilization of Sea Star will surely have a bright future.'
King Cobra's speech made the citizens of Alabasta feel incredibly sad. Many older individuals were already in tears, and those who were emotional even knelt before the virtual screen, weeping uncontrollably.
But most people were willing to believe that their king, and the Kings of Nefertari throughout history, had always made the best choices for their interests.
So, since it was a decision made by His Majesty Cobra.
They were willing to believe and accept it, even if the process was very painful.
Mainly because the World Government had indeed done a good job in recent years.
And Sea Star was indeed facing huge threats from the Galactic Empire and the Cosmic Federation.
The incident where Space Pirate battleships attacked various places before was still fresh in everyone's memory.
A mere group of pirates was enough to attack the Sea Star mainland, causing a large number of casualties and destruction.
The Galactic Empire, which is said to have a population of over two hundred billion, must be even stronger.
This was an opponent that the World Government needed to treat seriously.
Therefore, many people could understand the World Government's approach to unification of Sea Star's regime.
How could a scattered mess resist the powerful forces in the universe?
Moreover, countries like Alabasta and Dressrosa, where the royal family was deeply loved by the citizens, were truly rare on Sea Star.
At this moment, the populace of most kingdoms were cheering and celebrating the disappearance of their kings.
They had long been fed up with the exploitation and oppression by the royalty and nobility.
In comparison, the various benefits offered by the World Government in recent years were much more appealing.
In areas directly managed by the Government Compound, every adult, even if they didn't work, would receive a monthly living subsidy of one hundred thousand Berry.
Oh, right, now that the currency reform has taken place, it has become four thousand five hundred Berry.
Furthermore, for every underage child in the family, an additional two thousand Berry would be given.
In addition, they could enjoy free treatment for eighty percent of medical resources at the World Hospital.
As well as free tuition fee from kindergarten to college at the World Government Public School.
Finally, every couple who gets married can apply to the Government Compound to obtain a two-bedroom house.
Whether it's an apartment or a detached house depends on the local situation and personal choice.
Of course, they can also pay for or build better ones themselves.
So, subsequently, after King Cobra, every time a king stood up and declared their decision to hand over the regime and nation to the World Government.
A wave of cheers would simultaneously erupt in various places and nations across Sea Star.
At the same time.
In the capital city of each nation, the well-prepared World Government officials rushed to the royal palace to take over government affairs from the kings and officials.
Along the way, they were surrounded by a large number of applauding and celebrating populace, loudly welcoming the World Government to take over their respective kingdoms.
Meanwhile, police officers from the Public Security Department, while ordering the national armies to lay down their weapons, took over the police work in the area and began executing patrol missions amidst the joyful laughter of countless populace.
The national armies did not dare to refuse, because on the sea surface outside the island, large police boats were cruising back and forth.
Those were previously Marine warships.
Only the 'Blue Seagull' on the white sail was replaced with the police's 'Green Dog Head'!
At the World Conference venue.
When King Loki, the new Giant King from the Elbaf Kingdom, finished reciting the prepared content of his speech.
Only then did the World Government's 'Unification of Sea Star's Regime Agenda Item' acquire legality and justice in name and process.
Because they were already qualified to sit here and represent other kings.
The only problem was that there should have been fifty Sea Star kings originally, but now there were only fifteen.
Fortunately, these fifteen kings included the leaders of all minority races.
Even King Gancho, the clan leader of the Tontatta Tribe from the Tontatta Kingdom, was invited to the venue.
And Cobra, the king of the only superpower, so not many people would question it.
And those who questioned could only hide in dark corners.
If they dared to stand up and shout loudly, even if they weren't taken away by the local police, they would probably be severely beaten by the indignant populace.
A moment later.
The former Sea Star king representatives, led by King Cobra, King Neptune, and King Loki.
First, they stood up and bowed separately to Dean Clifford Kray and the Otherworld representatives such as Muzan Kibutsuji, Yotsugawa Ayame, Qin Hao, Emperor Vladimir the Great, Sara, and Cain. Then they bowed towards the Camera Den Den Mushi to the entire Sea Star audience, and slowly exited the 'Round Table Conference Room'.
[Boom----]
When the main gate closed again, only Dean Clifford Kray and eight Otherworld representatives remained in the meeting room.
This made the space of the entire meeting room appear particularly empty and bright.
"As you can see, starting from this session, only World Representatives affiliated with the World Government will participate in the 'World Conference' in the future, and the seat upper limit will still be fifty."
Dean Clifford Kray's deep gaze scanned the eight people present.
The latter understood the meaning of this sentence.
In the future, there will be at least fifty Otherworld representatives under the World Government!
If it exceeds fifty, or if they anger the World Government...
Then, these people, and the worlds behind them, might not be able to keep this position.
Dean Clifford Kray continued, "Alright, the remaining time is yours."
"You can discuss cooperation matters here, or resolve conflicts here, or state your demands. This is also one of the main functions of the 'World Conference' from now on."
The eight people present looked at each other.
Finally, it was Yotsugawa Ayame, a woman, who spoke first in a gentle tone, breaking the gradually awkward atmosphere.
"Your Majesty Vladimir, I see that your world has many pleasing jewelry, clothing, and cosmetics. Do you think we can achieve cooperation in this area?"
Emperor Vladimir the Great didn't expect to be approached, but he immediately gave an answer.
"Of course, no problem!"
"I am also very interested in your world's 'McClatchy High-Pressure Steam Engine'."
Although he had learned beforehand that the Kabaneri World seemed to have little value, he also knew that he was setting an example.
Indeed.
His peripheral vision noticed Dean Clifford Kray showing a satisfied smile.
The World Government wants to promote connections between its affiliated worlds.
The two exchanged words, instantly making the atmosphere relaxed.
Everyone was thinking about what their own world or rather, their own nation needed.
"I need a large amount of weapons and equipment that soldiers can quickly master, and also help us quickly build a mature heavy industry system. Which world can provide this service?"
At this moment, Cain from the Beast God World suddenly spoke, greeting everyone's gaze with a smile.
And his requirement made Vladimir, Muzan Kibutsuji, and Qin Hao's eyes light up.
After all, only their worlds present could meet Cain's requirement.
"Could you please introduce the specific situation of your world?" Qin Hao quickly followed up.
"Of course."
Cain nodded, then looked at Dean Clifford Kray: "Excuse me, can we change positions, or apply for private discussion?"
"Not during the World Conference, but after the conference ends, you can discuss privately, but..." Dean Clifford Kray paused, then continued, "Agreements reached at the World Conference venue will be recognized by the World Government and serve as a notary."
"If any party violates the agreement, the violated party can apply for punishment and enforcement of the agreement content. However, if the agreement is reached privately, the World Government will not participate, and the risk of breach is borne by yourselves."
"Of course, the World Government will participate in supervision throughout the process, after all, you can't break the law and commit crime, right?"
A playful smile appeared on the face of the Dean of the Political Affairs Department.
Cain immediately nodded to indicate understanding, and the other seven also seemed thoughtful.
This meant that if they wanted the World Government to help supervise the agreement, it could only be done at this 'World Conference' held every four years.
Agreements reached at other times could only rely on the other party's character and morality.
Otherwise, could they dispatch the army to attack?
This was impossible; the World Government would not allow large-scale war to occur.
At most, they would turn a blind eye to small-scale conflict.
"Then I will now introduce the situation of our Beast God World, as well as the special resources we possess. I believe it will definitely pique everyone's interest. First is the Pseudo-Divine Soldier Modification Technology. I believe everyone has already seen Hank's wonderful performance in the Top 100 Competition..."
Cain, as the first President of the Patria Republic.
Began speaking eloquently at this World Conference, demonstrating very excellent leadership qualities.
Even matters like establishing a nation and being about to launch a war against the Old Continent Gracia.
In his words, it became 'having countless opportunities and extremely high development potential'.
And he expressed welcome for various worlds to engage in various aspects of cooperation with them...
And Cain's actions directly brought the atmosphere at the venue to its peak.
The eight Otherworld king representatives were no longer restrained and freely participated in mutual discussion.
Such a lively scene made the audience from various worlds feel complicated.
Some felt happy, some felt worried, and most Sea Star people sighed in their hearts.
From now on, they could only watch these kings from other worlds perform grandly at the meeting table.
Because Sea Star would have no more kings from now on...
At the same time.
In the royal palace of Alubarna, the capital city of Alabasta.
The current Queen Consort, Nefertari D. Ti Ti, calmly turned off the virtual screen of the Video Den Den Mushi.
She then walked to the window and pushed it open, silently gazing at the city scenery outside.
She knew Cobra must be feeling very sad right now, even though he had been mentally prepared...
As she watched, Queen Ti Ti's gaze subconsciously shifted to the small lake within the royal palace.
Because she found that the lake, which was originally like a clear blue mirror, inexplicably had faint ripples appearing on its water surface.
It must be fish...
That's good. The sunlight is very bright today. She can go down for a swim and use the cool lake water to wash away her troubled mood.
With this mood, Queen Ti Ti, attended by two maids, changed into a gauze dress suitable for swimming and walked out of the castle.
At the same time.
Captain Igaram of the Royal Guard, after receiving the news, had already deployed guards in advance to prevent anyone, especially other men, from entering.
They did this often.
After all, Alabasta has a desert environment, which is dry and hot year-round.
So, whether it was Queen Ti Ti or the female relatives of other nobility, they all enjoyed playing in their small lakes and enjoying the brief coolness.
[Splash----]
The beautiful Queen Ti Ti, under the gaze of Terracotta, the logistics foreman on the shore, and several maids.
Slowly stepped into the lake, which was equivalent to a small oasis, by stepping on the water surface.
Immediately, a refreshing touch sensation spread throughout her entire body, starting from her fair legs.
This caused Queen Ti Ti to let out a pleasant moan, and she quickened her pace into the water until she was swimming freely in it.
She would sometimes dive down, sometimes surface, occasionally letting out cheerful laughter.
For the women of this country, this was the highest level of entertainment activity.
"Hmm?!"
But just as Queen Ti Ti dived down again.
Suddenly, she discovered an extremely bizarre creature appearing beside her in the water.
It had a slender white main body emitting a faint golden light, with numerous agile white tentacles extending from both sides.
For a moment, it was impossible to tell which end was the head and which was the tail...
But regardless, it looked terrifying.
Queen Ti Ti didn't understand how such a thing could appear in the lake in her palace?
But she immediately wanted to surface and stay away from this strange creature.
However, just as she was about to leave, she was wrapped all over by the mysterious and bizarre creature with its dense, slender tentacles.
Not good!
Queen Ti Ti was very panicked. Was this creature going to attack her?
And her body couldn't move. If this continued, even if she wasn't bitten to death, she would drown.
This made her struggle desperately, but she was always unable to break free from the creature's restraint.
Despair gradually appeared in Queen Ti Ti's eyes.
But what she thought of in her heart was not her own safety, but how painful her husband would be when he returned if she died?
Having just lost his throne and nation, he would also lose his queen consort and wife, and she hadn't even given birth to a son or daughter for him yet.
No!
I can't die, I mustn't. My husband still needs me!
Queen Ti Ti exclaimed in her heart, praying that Terracotta and the others on the shore would discover her soon and save her.
But eventually, the consciousness before her eyes slowly dimmed until it completely disappeared...
In fact, Queen Ti Ti's violent struggle in the water had long attracted the attention of Terracotta and the other maids.
Terracotta first sent the maids to call her husband, Igaram.
Then she plunged into the lake, wanting to bring Queen Ti Ti back.
But the moment she entered the water.
A loud noise erupted from the center of the lake, and a powerful wave pushed Terracotta back to the shore, throwing the remaining maids who hadn't left heavily to the ground.
Fortunately, such a large commotion meant that no one needed to be notified anymore.
Not long after, Igaram led more than a dozen King's Army soldiers to the scene.
Pell, who had transformed into his 'Falcon Form', also appeared in the air.
However, the scene that appeared in the lake astonished everyone.
Because standing there was a female giant with long blue hair, a bare upper body with exposed ribs, and her lower body hidden in the water, roaring with her head tilted back!
"Awooo Awooo Awooo--------"
The female giant's roar instantly echoed throughout the entire royal palace, and even reached the civilian city outside.
Causing a large number of nearby populace to subconsciously look up towards the direction of the kingdom.
What happened?
On the other side, at the World Government Headquarters Building, two o'clock in the afternoon.
The World Government World Kings Meeting on September 15th, Marine Calendar 1504, finally concluded.
It also drew a conclusion to the kingdom system that had lasted for thousands of years on the Sea Star mainland.
From now on, the World Government's noble title can only be obtained through the 'Twenty-Level Military Merit Peerage System'!
Seven o'clock in the evening.
The annual 'Liberation Day Grand Gala' was held at the 'Sabaody Dome' in GR33 Area of the Sabaody Archipelago.
However, starting from today, September 15th, it is no longer just a celebration of the complete liberation of slaves, but also includes the day kings officially become history!
However, for the higher-ups of the World Government.
They were currently more concerned about the Summit War between Jozu and Bullet in Area RL1111.
The two sides had been engaged in a fierce battle for three days and three nights, yet there was still no sign of the battle ending.
It must be said that Jozu, the 'Diamond Man', was indeed tough enough, standing firm even against Bullet's heavy punch.
Raimon, Sengoku, Zephyr, and others estimated that Jozu had hope of lasting for five days and five nights, successfully becoming the sixth admiral of the Army Headquarters.
"Gurahaha!"
In the White Whale Admiral's office, Edward Newgate held a huge beer glass in his hand and let out a very bold and hearty laugh.
"It would truly be a wonderful sight if Jozu were an admiral like me!"
Garp and Shiki, sitting on the sofa opposite, were speechless.
"What's there to be happy about? Your son being the same rank as you, shouldn't you feel embarrassed?"
Shiki expressed his inability to understand Newgate's idea.
"That's why I say your scope isn't high enough. Think about it, if you had a biological son who also became an admiral in the future, would you be happy?" Garp asked with a pout, "Or are you saying you'd be angry because you're also an admiral?"
Shiki proudly lifted his chin: "Hmph, by then this old man will definitely be a fleet admiral, or a Warrior God like you. How could I be an admiral at the same rank!"
"Hahahahaha, with your current strength, you're really far off!"
Garp didn't give him any face, and after laughing, he took a bite of the roast meat on the bone.
At the same time, his mind began to imagine the scene of Luffy and Ace growing up and wearing the Coat of Justice to become admirals.
Oh, that would be truly beautiful, truly beautiful...
"Zehahahaha, now is now, the future is the future. You bastard, just wait and see!"
Shiki, however, wasn't angered, but laughed along.
At the same time, he was also thinking about whether he should have a child.
And let him compete with Garp's grandson for the admiral position in the future!
But no one expected that when time came to past eleven o'clock at night.
That is, when the 'Liberation Day Grand Gala' on the Sabaody Archipelago was about to draw to a conclusion with Tesoro's singing.
In Area RL1111, Jozu and Douglas Bullet, unexpectedly, also suddenly determined the victory or defeat!
Bullet's pitch-black fist, wrapped in streaks of Conqueror's Lightning and flashing with cherry-red Ryuo.
Under the shocked gaze of all the audience, it continuously bombarded Jozu's pitch-black diamond body, which was covered in 'Hardening'.
Originally, this scene had lasted for several days, but Jozu seemed unable to bear it anymore.
Not only did he start spitting up blood in large mouthfuls, but cracks also continuously appeared on the surface of his diamond body.
Finally, under a heavy kick from Bullet, he was sent flying back, plowing a deep gully for two kilometers, and fainted in a dirt pit two kilometers away, completely losing his combat ability.
It was clear that Bullet's previous attacks on Jozu were not without effect.
After all, with the 'Ryuo' technique, Bullet's Armament Haki could completely penetrate the surface diamond and hit inside the body.
Because the Glint-Glint Fruit is a Paramecia type, not a Special Paramecia type, it cannot turn the entire body, inside and out, into diamond.
However, Jozu has thick skin and a decent Haki level, so the damage wasn't very high.
But after accumulating for so many days, it finally completely erupted at this moment...
For this, Bullet also had to thank the World Government, thank Im.
Otherwise, without 'Ryuo', it would have been difficult for him to defeat Jozu within five days!
But regardless, Jozu did not last five days.
Therefore, in this Summit War, he did not successfully challenge...
This result plunged Newgate, Garp, and Shiki in the office into silence.
The latter two's expressions did not hide their mockery of the former. See, you were happy too early!
"The dream of father and son being admirals together, alas, it's broken just like that. Isn't that unexpected?"
Garp picked his nose, speaking sarcastically.
Shiki was even more direct, completely disregarding the other party's darkened expression.
He poured the unfinished beer in his glass into Newgate's huge wine glass.
"I understand, no need to speak, drink. After you fall asleep tonight, you can have a good dream... Pfft, Zehahahaha, I can't help it!"
Shiki immediately burst into wild laughter, tears even streaming from the corners of his eyes, extremely exaggerated.
"I'll give you ten seconds. If you haven't scrammed after ten seconds, this old man will personally send you off..."
Edward Newgate, in a terrible mood, had a light mass blooming in the hand holding the glass.
And as he gave his gloomy warning, cracks appeared on the surface of the wine glass with a 'crackling' sound.
"Hey, hey, this is your office!" Garp quickly got up to remind him.
"Zehahahaha, if you want me to scram, I'll scram. This old man wanted to scram long ago, no need for you to send me!"
Shiki directly floated up, crashed through the window, and flew out.
[Boom--------]
The next moment, an astonishing rumble erupted in the White Whale Admiral's office.
The entire Army Headquarters seemed to be subtly shaking...
"Alas, these bastards!"
In the Fleet Admiral's office, feeling the shaking office, Raimon's veins bulged on his forehead, grinding his teeth.
Sengoku's face on the virtual screen beside him showed a sympathetic expression.
He could very well understand the other party's mood at this moment.
And next, this session's Summit War finally welcomed its last match.
The challenger was Marine Headquarters Admiral Charlotte Cracker.
And the challenged was Marine Headquarters Admiral 'Sand Crocodile' Crocodile!
(End of this chapter)
Under the gaze of all the attending representatives, King Cobra, thirty-two years old this year, slowly rose from his chair. His deep gaze met the lens of the Video Den Den Mushi.
At this moment, he was making eye contact across the distance with every citizen of Alabasta before the virtual screen.
King Cobra could imagine how shocked, even panicked, his subjects were at this moment.
Because every King Nefertari throughout history had taken 'The Nation is the People' as their governing principle.
Thus, each generation of kings was able to empathize with their subjects and prioritize their interests during their reign.
Naturally, they were deeply loved by all their citizens, laying a solid foundation of trust between both sides.
This was what allowed a resource-poor desert nation to gradually develop into a superpower with a population of over ten million.
But King Cobra knew he had no choice, and immediately began his speech.
"My subjects, my children, yes, I have decided to abdicate the throne, and hand over the regime and kingdom to the World Government."
He got straight to the point in his first sentence, solely to make it easy for every citizen to understand.
This was met with dead silence throughout the entire Alabasta Kingdom.
The sorrow in people's hearts seemed to begin transforming into dark clouds, gradually shrouding the nation overhead.
Even the hundreds of thousands of Zero Demon Elf Race who had only recently moved to Nevartes City.
At this moment, they were all silent, without the slightest commotion, showing their respect for this kingdom and this king.
Cobra's speech continued.
His voice was transmitted through Den Den Mushi to every corner of the entire kingdom, and even the entire world.
"I have made every effort, but now, I believe this is the best choice. I guarantee this will be a peaceful transition and will not harm anyone."
"I thank you for your continued support and understanding of the Nefertari Royal Family."
"I have always believed that the duty of a monarch is to protect his subjects and create a better future for them."
"Today, I firmly believe that handing over the kingdom to the World Government is the best way to achieve this goal, because the crisis and challenges we are about to face can only be borne and faced by the World Government."
In his subsequent remarks, King Cobra expressed trust and respect for the World Government.
He concluded with the sentence, 'I look forward to what the future will look like, but I believe that as long as we work together, this civilization of Sea Star will surely have a bright future.'
King Cobra's speech made the citizens of Alabasta feel incredibly sad. Many older individuals were already in tears, and those who were emotional even knelt before the virtual screen, weeping uncontrollably.
But most people were willing to believe that their king, and the Kings of Nefertari throughout history, had always made the best choices for their interests.
So, since it was a decision made by His Majesty Cobra.
They were willing to believe and accept it, even if the process was very painful.
Mainly because the World Government had indeed done a good job in recent years.
And Sea Star was indeed facing huge threats from the Galactic Empire and the Cosmic Federation.
The incident where Space Pirate battleships attacked various places before was still fresh in everyone's memory.
A mere group of pirates was enough to attack the Sea Star mainland, causing a large number of casualties and destruction.
The Galactic Empire, which is said to have a population of over two hundred billion, must be even stronger.
This was an opponent that the World Government needed to treat seriously.
Therefore, many people could understand the World Government's approach to unification of Sea Star's regime.
How could a scattered mess resist the powerful forces in the universe?
Moreover, countries like Alabasta and Dressrosa, where the royal family was deeply loved by the citizens, were truly rare on Sea Star.
At this moment, the populace of most kingdoms were cheering and celebrating the disappearance of their kings.
They had long been fed up with the exploitation and oppression by the royalty and nobility.
In comparison, the various benefits offered by the World Government in recent years were much more appealing.
In areas directly managed by the Government Compound, every adult, even if they didn't work, would receive a monthly living subsidy of one hundred thousand Berry.
Oh, right, now that the currency reform has taken place, it has become four thousand five hundred Berry.
Furthermore, for every underage child in the family, an additional two thousand Berry would be given.
In addition, they could enjoy free treatment for eighty percent of medical resources at the World Hospital.
As well as free tuition fee from kindergarten to college at the World Government Public School.
Finally, every couple who gets married can apply to the Government Compound to obtain a two-bedroom house.
Whether it's an apartment or a detached house depends on the local situation and personal choice.
Of course, they can also pay for or build better ones themselves.
So, subsequently, after King Cobra, every time a king stood up and declared their decision to hand over the regime and nation to the World Government.
A wave of cheers would simultaneously erupt in various places and nations across Sea Star.
At the same time.
In the capital city of each nation, the well-prepared World Government officials rushed to the royal palace to take over government affairs from the kings and officials.
Along the way, they were surrounded by a large number of applauding and celebrating populace, loudly welcoming the World Government to take over their respective kingdoms.
Meanwhile, police officers from the Public Security Department, while ordering the national armies to lay down their weapons, took over the police work in the area and began executing patrol missions amidst the joyful laughter of countless populace.
The national armies did not dare to refuse, because on the sea surface outside the island, large police boats were cruising back and forth.
Those were previously Marine warships.
Only the 'Blue Seagull' on the white sail was replaced with the police's 'Green Dog Head'!
At the World Conference venue.
When King Loki, the new Giant King from the Elbaf Kingdom, finished reciting the prepared content of his speech.
Only then did the World Government's 'Unification of Sea Star's Regime Agenda Item' acquire legality and justice in name and process.
Because they were already qualified to sit here and represent other kings.
The only problem was that there should have been fifty Sea Star kings originally, but now there were only fifteen.
Fortunately, these fifteen kings included the leaders of all minority races.
Even King Gancho, the clan leader of the Tontatta Tribe from the Tontatta Kingdom, was invited to the venue.
And Cobra, the king of the only superpower, so not many people would question it.
And those who questioned could only hide in dark corners.
If they dared to stand up and shout loudly, even if they weren't taken away by the local police, they would probably be severely beaten by the indignant populace.
A moment later.
The former Sea Star king representatives, led by King Cobra, King Neptune, and King Loki.
First, they stood up and bowed separately to Dean Clifford Kray and the Otherworld representatives such as Muzan Kibutsuji, Yotsugawa Ayame, Qin Hao, Emperor Vladimir the Great, Sara, and Cain. Then they bowed towards the Camera Den Den Mushi to the entire Sea Star audience, and slowly exited the 'Round Table Conference Room'.
[Boom----]
When the main gate closed again, only Dean Clifford Kray and eight Otherworld representatives remained in the meeting room.
This made the space of the entire meeting room appear particularly empty and bright.
"As you can see, starting from this session, only World Representatives affiliated with the World Government will participate in the 'World Conference' in the future, and the seat upper limit will still be fifty."
Dean Clifford Kray's deep gaze scanned the eight people present.
The latter understood the meaning of this sentence.
In the future, there will be at least fifty Otherworld representatives under the World Government!
If it exceeds fifty, or if they anger the World Government...
Then, these people, and the worlds behind them, might not be able to keep this position.
Dean Clifford Kray continued, "Alright, the remaining time is yours."
"You can discuss cooperation matters here, or resolve conflicts here, or state your demands. This is also one of the main functions of the 'World Conference' from now on."
The eight people present looked at each other.
Finally, it was Yotsugawa Ayame, a woman, who spoke first in a gentle tone, breaking the gradually awkward atmosphere.
"Your Majesty Vladimir, I see that your world has many pleasing jewelry, clothing, and cosmetics. Do you think we can achieve cooperation in this area?"
Emperor Vladimir the Great didn't expect to be approached, but he immediately gave an answer.
"Of course, no problem!"
"I am also very interested in your world's 'McClatchy High-Pressure Steam Engine'."
Although he had learned beforehand that the Kabaneri World seemed to have little value, he also knew that he was setting an example.
Indeed.
His peripheral vision noticed Dean Clifford Kray showing a satisfied smile.
The World Government wants to promote connections between its affiliated worlds.
The two exchanged words, instantly making the atmosphere relaxed.
Everyone was thinking about what their own world or rather, their own nation needed.
"I need a large amount of weapons and equipment that soldiers can quickly master, and also help us quickly build a mature heavy industry system. Which world can provide this service?"
At this moment, Cain from the Beast God World suddenly spoke, greeting everyone's gaze with a smile.
And his requirement made Vladimir, Muzan Kibutsuji, and Qin Hao's eyes light up.
After all, only their worlds present could meet Cain's requirement.
"Could you please introduce the specific situation of your world?" Qin Hao quickly followed up.
"Of course."
Cain nodded, then looked at Dean Clifford Kray: "Excuse me, can we change positions, or apply for private discussion?"
"Not during the World Conference, but after the conference ends, you can discuss privately, but..." Dean Clifford Kray paused, then continued, "Agreements reached at the World Conference venue will be recognized by the World Government and serve as a notary."
"If any party violates the agreement, the violated party can apply for punishment and enforcement of the agreement content. However, if the agreement is reached privately, the World Government will not participate, and the risk of breach is borne by yourselves."
"Of course, the World Government will participate in supervision throughout the process, after all, you can't break the law and commit crime, right?"
A playful smile appeared on the face of the Dean of the Political Affairs Department.
Cain immediately nodded to indicate understanding, and the other seven also seemed thoughtful.
This meant that if they wanted the World Government to help supervise the agreement, it could only be done at this 'World Conference' held every four years.
Agreements reached at other times could only rely on the other party's character and morality.
Otherwise, could they dispatch the army to attack?
This was impossible; the World Government would not allow large-scale war to occur.
At most, they would turn a blind eye to small-scale conflict.
"Then I will now introduce the situation of our Beast God World, as well as the special resources we possess. I believe it will definitely pique everyone's interest. First is the Pseudo-Divine Soldier Modification Technology. I believe everyone has already seen Hank's wonderful performance in the Top 100 Competition..."
Cain, as the first President of the Patria Republic.
Began speaking eloquently at this World Conference, demonstrating very excellent leadership qualities.
Even matters like establishing a nation and being about to launch a war against the Old Continent Gracia.
In his words, it became 'having countless opportunities and extremely high development potential'.
And he expressed welcome for various worlds to engage in various aspects of cooperation with them...
And Cain's actions directly brought the atmosphere at the venue to its peak.
The eight Otherworld king representatives were no longer restrained and freely participated in mutual discussion.
Such a lively scene made the audience from various worlds feel complicated.
Some felt happy, some felt worried, and most Sea Star people sighed in their hearts.
From now on, they could only watch these kings from other worlds perform grandly at the meeting table.
Because Sea Star would have no more kings from now on...
At the same time.
In the royal palace of Alubarna, the capital city of Alabasta.
The current Queen Consort, Nefertari D. Ti Ti, calmly turned off the virtual screen of the Video Den Den Mushi.
She then walked to the window and pushed it open, silently gazing at the city scenery outside.
She knew Cobra must be feeling very sad right now, even though he had been mentally prepared...
As she watched, Queen Ti Ti's gaze subconsciously shifted to the small lake within the royal palace.
Because she found that the lake, which was originally like a clear blue mirror, inexplicably had faint ripples appearing on its water surface.
It must be fish...
That's good. The sunlight is very bright today. She can go down for a swim and use the cool lake water to wash away her troubled mood.
With this mood, Queen Ti Ti, attended by two maids, changed into a gauze dress suitable for swimming and walked out of the castle.
At the same time.
Captain Igaram of the Royal Guard, after receiving the news, had already deployed guards in advance to prevent anyone, especially other men, from entering.
They did this often.
After all, Alabasta has a desert environment, which is dry and hot year-round.
So, whether it was Queen Ti Ti or the female relatives of other nobility, they all enjoyed playing in their small lakes and enjoying the brief coolness.
[Splash----]
The beautiful Queen Ti Ti, under the gaze of Terracotta, the logistics foreman on the shore, and several maids.
Slowly stepped into the lake, which was equivalent to a small oasis, by stepping on the water surface.
Immediately, a refreshing touch sensation spread throughout her entire body, starting from her fair legs.
This caused Queen Ti Ti to let out a pleasant moan, and she quickened her pace into the water until she was swimming freely in it.
She would sometimes dive down, sometimes surface, occasionally letting out cheerful laughter.
For the women of this country, this was the highest level of entertainment activity.
"Hmm?!"
But just as Queen Ti Ti dived down again.
Suddenly, she discovered an extremely bizarre creature appearing beside her in the water.
It had a slender white main body emitting a faint golden light, with numerous agile white tentacles extending from both sides.
For a moment, it was impossible to tell which end was the head and which was the tail...
But regardless, it looked terrifying.
Queen Ti Ti didn't understand how such a thing could appear in the lake in her palace?
But she immediately wanted to surface and stay away from this strange creature.
However, just as she was about to leave, she was wrapped all over by the mysterious and bizarre creature with its dense, slender tentacles.
Not good!
Queen Ti Ti was very panicked. Was this creature going to attack her?
And her body couldn't move. If this continued, even if she wasn't bitten to death, she would drown.
This made her struggle desperately, but she was always unable to break free from the creature's restraint.
Despair gradually appeared in Queen Ti Ti's eyes.
But what she thought of in her heart was not her own safety, but how painful her husband would be when he returned if she died?
Having just lost his throne and nation, he would also lose his queen consort and wife, and she hadn't even given birth to a son or daughter for him yet.
No!
I can't die, I mustn't. My husband still needs me!
Queen Ti Ti exclaimed in her heart, praying that Terracotta and the others on the shore would discover her soon and save her.
But eventually, the consciousness before her eyes slowly dimmed until it completely disappeared...
In fact, Queen Ti Ti's violent struggle in the water had long attracted the attention of Terracotta and the other maids.
Terracotta first sent the maids to call her husband, Igaram.
Then she plunged into the lake, wanting to bring Queen Ti Ti back.
But the moment she entered the water.
A loud noise erupted from the center of the lake, and a powerful wave pushed Terracotta back to the shore, throwing the remaining maids who hadn't left heavily to the ground.
Fortunately, such a large commotion meant that no one needed to be notified anymore.
Not long after, Igaram led more than a dozen King's Army soldiers to the scene.
Pell, who had transformed into his 'Falcon Form', also appeared in the air.
However, the scene that appeared in the lake astonished everyone.
Because standing there was a female giant with long blue hair, a bare upper body with exposed ribs, and her lower body hidden in the water, roaring with her head tilted back!
"Awooo Awooo Awooo--------"
The female giant's roar instantly echoed throughout the entire royal palace, and even reached the civilian city outside.
Causing a large number of nearby populace to subconsciously look up towards the direction of the kingdom.
What happened?
On the other side, at the World Government Headquarters Building, two o'clock in the afternoon.
The World Government World Kings Meeting on September 15th, Marine Calendar 1504, finally concluded.
It also drew a conclusion to the kingdom system that had lasted for thousands of years on the Sea Star mainland.
From now on, the World Government's noble title can only be obtained through the 'Twenty-Level Military Merit Peerage System'!
Seven o'clock in the evening.
The annual 'Liberation Day Grand Gala' was held at the 'Sabaody Dome' in GR33 Area of the Sabaody Archipelago.
However, starting from today, September 15th, it is no longer just a celebration of the complete liberation of slaves, but also includes the day kings officially become history!
However, for the higher-ups of the World Government.
They were currently more concerned about the Summit War between Jozu and Bullet in Area RL1111.
The two sides had been engaged in a fierce battle for three days and three nights, yet there was still no sign of the battle ending.
It must be said that Jozu, the 'Diamond Man', was indeed tough enough, standing firm even against Bullet's heavy punch.
Raimon, Sengoku, Zephyr, and others estimated that Jozu had hope of lasting for five days and five nights, successfully becoming the sixth admiral of the Army Headquarters.
"Gurahaha!"
In the White Whale Admiral's office, Edward Newgate held a huge beer glass in his hand and let out a very bold and hearty laugh.
"It would truly be a wonderful sight if Jozu were an admiral like me!"
Garp and Shiki, sitting on the sofa opposite, were speechless.
"What's there to be happy about? Your son being the same rank as you, shouldn't you feel embarrassed?"
Shiki expressed his inability to understand Newgate's idea.
"That's why I say your scope isn't high enough. Think about it, if you had a biological son who also became an admiral in the future, would you be happy?" Garp asked with a pout, "Or are you saying you'd be angry because you're also an admiral?"
Shiki proudly lifted his chin: "Hmph, by then this old man will definitely be a fleet admiral, or a Warrior God like you. How could I be an admiral at the same rank!"
"Hahahahaha, with your current strength, you're really far off!"
Garp didn't give him any face, and after laughing, he took a bite of the roast meat on the bone.
At the same time, his mind began to imagine the scene of Luffy and Ace growing up and wearing the Coat of Justice to become admirals.
Oh, that would be truly beautiful, truly beautiful...
"Zehahahaha, now is now, the future is the future. You bastard, just wait and see!"
Shiki, however, wasn't angered, but laughed along.
At the same time, he was also thinking about whether he should have a child.
And let him compete with Garp's grandson for the admiral position in the future!
But no one expected that when time came to past eleven o'clock at night.
That is, when the 'Liberation Day Grand Gala' on the Sabaody Archipelago was about to draw to a conclusion with Tesoro's singing.
In Area RL1111, Jozu and Douglas Bullet, unexpectedly, also suddenly determined the victory or defeat!
Bullet's pitch-black fist, wrapped in streaks of Conqueror's Lightning and flashing with cherry-red Ryuo.
Under the shocked gaze of all the audience, it continuously bombarded Jozu's pitch-black diamond body, which was covered in 'Hardening'.
Originally, this scene had lasted for several days, but Jozu seemed unable to bear it anymore.
Not only did he start spitting up blood in large mouthfuls, but cracks also continuously appeared on the surface of his diamond body.
Finally, under a heavy kick from Bullet, he was sent flying back, plowing a deep gully for two kilometers, and fainted in a dirt pit two kilometers away, completely losing his combat ability.
It was clear that Bullet's previous attacks on Jozu were not without effect.
After all, with the 'Ryuo' technique, Bullet's Armament Haki could completely penetrate the surface diamond and hit inside the body.
Because the Glint-Glint Fruit is a Paramecia type, not a Special Paramecia type, it cannot turn the entire body, inside and out, into diamond.
However, Jozu has thick skin and a decent Haki level, so the damage wasn't very high.
But after accumulating for so many days, it finally completely erupted at this moment...
For this, Bullet also had to thank the World Government, thank Im.
Otherwise, without 'Ryuo', it would have been difficult for him to defeat Jozu within five days!
But regardless, Jozu did not last five days.
Therefore, in this Summit War, he did not successfully challenge...
This result plunged Newgate, Garp, and Shiki in the office into silence.
The latter two's expressions did not hide their mockery of the former. See, you were happy too early!
"The dream of father and son being admirals together, alas, it's broken just like that. Isn't that unexpected?"
Garp picked his nose, speaking sarcastically.
Shiki was even more direct, completely disregarding the other party's darkened expression.
He poured the unfinished beer in his glass into Newgate's huge wine glass.
"I understand, no need to speak, drink. After you fall asleep tonight, you can have a good dream... Pfft, Zehahahaha, I can't help it!"
Shiki immediately burst into wild laughter, tears even streaming from the corners of his eyes, extremely exaggerated.
"I'll give you ten seconds. If you haven't scrammed after ten seconds, this old man will personally send you off..."
Edward Newgate, in a terrible mood, had a light mass blooming in the hand holding the glass.
And as he gave his gloomy warning, cracks appeared on the surface of the wine glass with a 'crackling' sound.
"Hey, hey, this is your office!" Garp quickly got up to remind him.
"Zehahahaha, if you want me to scram, I'll scram. This old man wanted to scram long ago, no need for you to send me!"
Shiki directly floated up, crashed through the window, and flew out.
[Boom--------]
The next moment, an astonishing rumble erupted in the White Whale Admiral's office.
The entire Army Headquarters seemed to be subtly shaking...
"Alas, these bastards!"
In the Fleet Admiral's office, feeling the shaking office, Raimon's veins bulged on his forehead, grinding his teeth.
Sengoku's face on the virtual screen beside him showed a sympathetic expression.
He could very well understand the other party's mood at this moment.
And next, this session's Summit War finally welcomed its last match.
The challenger was Marine Headquarters Admiral Charlotte Cracker.
And the challenged was Marine Headquarters Admiral 'Sand Crocodile' Crocodile!
(End of this chapter)
