One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 253 Give some benefits to the people

"Admiral!"

Kuzan stood on the edge of the deck, still somewhat dazed.

The position of a naval admiral is incomparable to that of an admiral. The entire naval department must obey the command of the naval admiral and has a high degree of autonomy.

He knew that Goode wanted to win him over, as did other forces, but he did not expect Goode to give him such a high position and power.

They are enemies.

If it were him, he would never give such a high position to his former enemy. What if the other party was a Navy spy?
Even if he wasn't an undercover agent, the Navy and pirates are irreconcilable adversaries, with their values ​​being completely opposite.

Why would Goode trust him so much?

Goode approached Kuzan and, looking at the island ahead, suggested, "That island is the Land of Laborers. Shall we take a look?"

"it is good."

Kuzan nodded slightly.

The Land of Laborers, the most famous nation under the Beasts, started as just a few dozen scattered, impoverished islands. In just a few years, it developed into the largest factory in the New World, with an overall scale dozens of times larger than Water Seven.

Today, the products produced in the country of laborers cover all walks of life and are known for their high quality and low prices, almost monopolizing the new world market.

In the high-end market, products from the country of laborers are also competitive, especially rare items such as famous swords and knives.

Goode and Aokiji strolled around the city.

"Lord Goode has arrived!"

Upon seeing Goode, the laborers rushed forward with delight to greet him, showing great respect and reluctant to leave.

Upon hearing the news, more and more workers dropped what they were doing and rushed over just to catch a glimpse of Goode, quickly blocking the street.

Time is the best proof. After several years of stable life and rapid development, the workers know very well who made this country prosperous.

It is none other than Lord Goode standing before us!
Of course, there is also the great "hero" Captain Gabul, but even Captain Gabul has great respect for Lord Goode, and has expressed his respect for Goode in public more than once.

The workers asked excitedly.

"Lord Goode, are you here to watch the sword-forging competition?"

"A sword-forging competition?"

Goode was stunned for a moment, but quickly realized what was happening.

He had previously instructed that some festivals or projects be established to enrich the entertainment of workers and enhance their creative passion.

Forging knives is something men are naturally drawn to.

Goode looked interested.

"Brother Kuzan, shall we go take a look?"

"Oh, okay."

Kuzan was also very interested.

central square.

"Qiang! Qiang! Qiang!"

On the steel pipe platform, a burly laborer was hammering a knife blank with an iron hammer, his whole body soaked in sweat, his bulging muscles gleaming.

Below the arena, there was a huge crowd.

The workers were in high spirits, cheering for the contestants they supported.

This is like a concert.

Goode looked at the crowded people, almost all of them men. If he tried to squeeze in, his body would probably be soaked in the smell of engine oil.

"If we can't squeeze in, should we go to the roof?"

"can."

The two climbed onto the rooftop, which offered a wide view.

"Hey, this place is full!"

"Eh, Lord Goode?"

"It really is Lord Goode!"

The rooftop was also full of laborers. After recognizing Goode, they quickly squeezed out a spot for him and thoughtfully brought him two small stools and a beer.

"Thank you."

Surrounded by the men's enthusiasm, Goode and Aokiji awkwardly took their seats.

Goode looked toward the arena.

The contestants were mostly laborers, but there were also some outsiders. One of them was dressed in Wano Country attire and had a flag with the word "Amatsuki" written on it next to him.

To improve their forging skills, many skilled craftsmen from Wano Country came to the Land of Laborers to teach their workers advanced sword-making techniques. With the help of industrial machinery, while the laborers can no longer produce the Great Grade Swords, they can at least mass-produce the Good Grade Swords.

Good picked up his beer and clinked it against Kuzan's.

"How are you feeling, Kuzan?"

"To be honest, I was quite surprised. If I didn't know that this place was in the New World, I probably would have thought I had come to Water Seven."

Kuzan answered truthfully.

Not long ago, he visited the City of Water and experienced the passion of the shipbuilders at work, just like the laborers in front of him.

But Seven Waters is the world’s number one shipyard, with a history of eight hundred years and has experienced great ups and downs. Coupled with the excellent management of Mayor Iceberg, it has such a good working atmosphere.

There are very few Water Cities in the world.

The country of laborers has only been established for two or three years and is still a country ruled by pirates.

According to what he knew, the Land of Laborers was an outright factory of flesh and blood, where countless laborers were persecuted by pirates.

He now understood somewhat why Goode was so confident; if all the islands occupied by beasts were like this...
Kuzan could not suppress his doubts.

"how did you do it?"

"It's very simple. Kill all the powerful and wealthy who control a lot of social wealth, and then give some of the benefits to the people so that they can live a life free from worries about food and clothing and have something to look forward to in the future!"

Goode's gaze was chilling.

The world is never short of resources; the unequal distribution of benefits is the root cause of turmoil, and the downfall of dynasties is nothing more than this.

This applies to world governments.

The Hoenn government will be no exception.

However, the system of governance will gradually improve with the change of dynasties until it reaches the optimal solution, just like the current Hoenn!
He wouldn't be like Straw Hat, shouting about creating a world where people have enough to eat, only to find that it's just a change of rulers and nothing has changed.

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Kuzan fell into deep thought.

He only agreed with part of what Goode said; the privileged class also has good and bad members, and the problem shouldn't be solved by killing them all.

The key point he realized was that he should give up some benefits to the people, but he couldn't figure out how to do it.

Oh no, I need to start thinking!

"Brother Kuzan, don't think too much about it. Once we get to Hoenn Fortress, you'll naturally understand how we differ from the World Government."

Goode chuckled.

"I'm thinking about a big problem!"

"what is the problem?"

Kuzan was wary. Looking at Goode's smile, he felt that the other man was up to no good, and that it was probably related to him.

Good asked with a smile, "Would you like to fight Akainu?"

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miss you!
Kuzan answered in his mind.

He'd wanted to beat Sakazuki up for ages!

"I'm thinking about it."

Goode downed his beer in one gulp, his gaze burning with intensity.

"Now Akainu is the Fleet Admiral, and you will also become the Fleet Admiral of our Fengyuan Navy. In the future, you will fight each other as Fleet Admirals!"

"What a beautiful scene!"

"I bet you'll win, and you'll break one of Akainu's legs!"

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Kuzan was stunned.

I haven't agreed to join yet!

but
I'm actually looking forward to it!
Wow, it feels like it's on fire!
Why do you think I will win?

"Kuzan, that's only natural!"

Good laughed heartily.

"Your strengths are incredibly close; the outcome will depend solely on whose conviction is stronger. In this respect, the Hoenn government's 'justice' is absolutely superior to the corrupt World Government!"

Therefore, you will definitely win!

(End of this chapter)