Chapter 133: Shichibukai (Ch 133)

Following the disastrous defeat of Moria and Sand Crocodile.
The new era headed by them has basically withdrawn from the new world.
The reputation of the Three Emperors of the New World was completely established.
Edward Newgate with Whitebeard, Admiral Kaido, and Lord of Destruction Twilight Allen are known as the Emperors of the Sea and dominate the second half of the Grand Line.
Because they trampled countless challengers under their feet and successfully defended the majesty of the overlord.
After learning the title of the Three Emperors, Allen smiled slightly. If Big Mom had not provoked him again and again, the New World would probably be the Four Emperors now.
Unfortunately, there is no if. Big Mom, who had been smashed and sunk into the sea by Alan, is destined to have no chance to see the future world.
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In the conference room of Marinford, Zhan Guo looked at the group of dissatisfied faces below with a headache.
A meeting to select the Seven Warlords of the Sea is being held today.
The Naval Academy faction, led by Zefa, insisted on opposing the resolution.
“Bang”
“We have been fighting pirates for most of our lives, and now they want me to work with this bunch of sea scum. What on earth is the World Government thinking?”
Zefa slammed the table in front of him, expressing his dissatisfaction with the system of Seven Warlords of the Sea.
His opinion was also recognized by most of the naval generals present, especially Sakaski and Onigumo.
Zhan Guo stroked his forehead and looked at his old friend Zefa.
“I don’t agree with this resolution either, but we can’t change anything. The Five Elders are very dissatisfied with the way we dealt with Roger and have already begun to cut the navy’s military spending. With our current size, we simply can’t deal with the increasing number of pirates.”
“The Shichibukai is a dog-eat-dog way for pirates. Although it sounds like we are going along with the scum of the sea, when the sea gradually calms down, it will be up to us to decide whether this organization still exists.”
Zefa and his companions felt better after hearing Sengoku’s explanation. Although they still did not trust the pirates from the bottom of their hearts, they no longer expressed their strong opposition.
Seeing that no one expressed their opinions anymore, Zhan Guo made arrangements.
“After discussing with the Five Elders, the candidates for the Seven Warlords of the Sea are Gekko Moriah and Crocodile Crocodile. Although these two have failed in their challenge to the monsters in the New World, their reputation and strength are still acceptable.”
After thinking about it, several senior generals did not express any objection. There were no more suitable candidates on the sea than these two.
“Then, let Borsalino and Kuzan invite them to Marinford to sign the Shichibukai Treaty!”
Kuzan smiled bitterly when he heard this, knowing that this tough job would fall on him.
As for why he didn’t look for Sakaski, Zhan Guo was afraid that this guy would go directly into the magma if they had a disagreement.
Borsalino didn’t show much expression. It didn’t matter where he went to work. He just had to finish his work early and leave work early.
“Then it is settled. Kuzan, Borsalino, thank you for your trouble. The meeting is adjourned.”
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On an island in the North Sea filled with garbage, the Don Quixote family is gathering.
“Young Master, we have received news that the World Government will establish the Shichibukai Organization, which is an alliance of pirates, and exist on the sea as legal pirates.”
“Oh? That’s very interesting! Does it say what specific obligations this organization has to fulfill?”
Doflamingo was surprised when he heard Portorel’s news, and then asked the meaning of the existence of this organization.
“It’s not clear yet, but I think the World Government wants the pirates to fight each other. After becoming a Shichibukai, in addition to having a legal status, they must also accept the government’s mandatory call-up at the appropriate time.”
“Really? Looks like we have to find a way to get a seat in the Shichibukai. Otherwise, we’ll always be chased around by that crazy woman Tsuru, and we won’t be able to enter the Grand Line or even the New World.”
Portorel nodded in agreement. He fully agreed with Doflamingo’s opinion. If they wanted to expand the family business to the whole world, then entering the Grand Line was inevitable.
The status of Seven Warlords of the Sea allows them to escape the entanglement of the navy.
“Not only that, we also have to plant our spies inside the navy. Otherwise, who knows when the navy and the world government will sell us out?”
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Three days later, Kuzan rode his bicycle to a deserted island in the first half of the Grand Line. According to the plot report, Crocodile was resting here.
The sea surface under the wheels was condensed into ice. I have to say that Kuzan still has some creative ideas.
After landing on the island, Kuzan exhaled, and due to the low temperature, the breath condensed into ice mist, and then he walked towards the interior of the island.
Not long after they walked, a sandstorm suddenly hit them.
“Ah la la, you attacked me without even knowing my intentions. Isn’t that a bad idea?”
Using elemental transformation to avoid the attack of sand and dust, Kuzan looked at Crocodile not far away with an indifferent expression.
At this time, his left arm had been replaced by a poisonous hook made of gold.
“Humph, you, a vice admiral, didn’t come here just to recruit me into the navy, did you?”
Kuzan looked strange when he heard this. How did you know?
“You guessed it, that’s what I meant.”
After hearing what Kuzan said, Crocodile thought he was teasing him and anger suddenly appeared on his face.
“Are you kidding me? Die, Desert Blade.”
Kuzan sighed helplessly and activated his ability to freeze the four condensed sand knives into ice cubes, which fell to the ground with a clang.
“Hey, hey, hey…please listen to me first. I’m not asking you to join the navy directly, but the Shichibukai established by the World Government.”
“Shichibukai? What is that?”
Crocodile was stunned for a moment after hearing this, but did not attack Kuzan again.
“The Seven Warlords of the Sea are legal pirates recognized by the government. You will not be pursued by the navy in the future. However, in return, you must hand over a portion of the loot and, when necessary, unconditionally accept the navy’s call.”
“??? You want me to work for you?”
Crocodile immediately understood the intention of the World Government. He attracted the attention of pirates on the sea and got a group of powerful fighters for free. This was much more cost-effective than slowly training a new generation of navy by himself.
“Ah la la, you can understand it that way, then now, tell me your choice.”
Aokiji nodded in agreement with his statement. There was nothing to hide. If he enjoyed the convenience brought by his legal identity, then he should pay some price.
“What if I don’t accept it?”
“That’s difficult! I wanted to go back to the headquarters early for my vacation.”
Crocodile looked at the frost condensed on Kuzan’s hands, his face turned very ugly, the intention to deal with the threat was very clear, if he did not accept the invitation, he would be struck by thunder.
“Don’t underestimate me. Even if I can’t beat Whitebeard, not everyone can beat me.”
After saying this, Crocodile condensed a huge sandstorm with one hand and prepared to launch an attack.