Sailing: I was falsely accused of watching Nami bathe, but I'm blind.

All of this made Kai realize more deeply how difficult and... impractical it was to maintain so-called "order" and "justice" in this chaotic and complex new world.

The World Government's rule, seemingly powerful and stable, is actually riddled with problems and fraught with crises.

The navy, as a violent machine for maintaining this rule, is no longer a monolithic entity.

The interior is rife with various contradictions, factions, and entanglements of interests.

Fleet Admiral Akainu's concept of "complete justice" often appears pale and powerless in the face of reality.

Kai's understanding of this world became clearer, and also colder.

He knew that relying solely on so-called "justice" and "order" was far from enough to survive in this world and ultimately realize his ambitions.

He needs greater power, deeper cunning, and... more ruthless methods.

For him, the operation to hunt down the former Shichibukai was not just a mission, but also a... brutal trial.

He needs to constantly hone himself, accumulate experience, and remove obstacles in this process.

Until one day, he will be able to stand at the top of this world and use his own will to write a new "order" and "justice".

His gaze became even more resolute, and even more... unfathomable.

As the pursuit of the former Shichibukai reached a stalemate, and the New World became increasingly chaotic and turbulent due to the abolition of the Shichibukai system and the Revolutionary Army's declaration of war, Kai's attention was also partly focused on another focal point where an even larger conflict was about to erupt—the mysterious, closed-off country of Wano!

Through the Navy's internal intelligence network and his all-pervasive Observation Haki, he learned about the latest movements of the Straw Hat Pirates and their allies.

After his near-death escape from Whole Cake Island, Straw Hat Luffy did not choose to rest and recuperate or temporarily hide from the storm like ordinary pirates.

Instead, he led his core crew and the newly joined powerful warrior, Jinbe, to Wano Country with an even more high-profile and resolute attitude!

Accompanying them were the equally restless "Surgeon of Death," Trafalgar Law, who had formed a pirate alliance with Straw Hat Luffy! Also present were the retainers of the Kozuki family of Wano Country, the remaining samurai of the Nine Red Scabbards led by "Foxfire" Kin'emon! And the valiant Mink warriors who had forged a deep friendship with them on Zou Island!

Their goal is singular—to challenge Kaido, one of the Four Emperors, known as the "Strongest Creature in the World," who has been entrenched in Wano Country for twenty years!

Overthrow Kaido's tyrannical rule! Open Wano Country to the world! Avenge Kozuki Oden!

This news wasn't too unexpected for Kai.

He had long anticipated that, given Luffy's troublemaking and fearless nature, as well as his bonds with the samurai of Wano Country and the Mink Tribe, he would inevitably clash with Kaido sooner or later.

But to Kai's surprise, things were developing in a way that seemed even more insane and out of control than he had imagined!

Because, according to the latest, almost unbelievable intelligence, another Yonko—"BIGMOM" Charlotte Linlin—who was just humiliated and humiliated by the Straw Hat crew in Whole Cake Island and harbors deep hatred for Straw Hat Luffy, is also leading her main pirate crew on a menacing march towards Wano Country!

Her purpose is self-evident—to hunt down Straw Hat Luffy! To reclaim the thundercloud Homie created from a fragment of Big Mom's soul that was kidnapped by Nami! And, perhaps, she also wants a share of the spoils from Kaido?

Two Yonko!

Kaido of the Beasts! Big Mom Charlotte Linlin!

These two long-time rivals, who have clashed fiercely in the New World over territory and dominance, are about to be embroiled in an unprecedented and terrifying conflict in the heart of the New World—Wan Country—all because of their shared "troublemaker," Luffy!

This news is like dropping a depth charge, enough to trigger a tsunami, on the already turbulent surface of the New World!

The moment Kai learned of this information, a flicker of disbelief and... a deeply hidden, morbid excitement involuntarily flashed in his usually calm and vacant eyes!

Chapter 146 The Battle of the Four Emperors! Is Kai the Mastermind?

Two Yonko-level powers have engaged in a full-scale war in the heart of the New World!

This...this is an epic event that could shake the very foundations of the world even more than the Marineford War more than twenty years ago!

The Marineford War involved a vast number of forces, with the Whitebeard Pirates and the Marine Headquarters almost entirely participating.

But that was, after all, just a confrontation between one of the Four Emperors and the Marine Headquarters.

Now, two complete Yonko pirate crews, each with their own vast territories and countless affiliated forces, are about to engage in a life-or-death struggle in a relatively closed and independent battlefield—Wano Country!

The scale of this war, the number of powerful participants, and the potential damage and impact will far exceed those of the Marineford War!

It's no exaggeration to say that the final outcome of this war could completely alter the power structure of the new world! It could even directly influence the course of the world for decades, or even centuries to come!

The Navy Headquarters naturally placed unprecedented vigilance and attention on this sudden and disastrous news!

After learning that Kaido and Big Mom were about to clash in Wano Country because of Straw Hat Luffy, Fleet Admiral Akainu reportedly remained silent in his office for a full ten minutes.

For the first time, a barely perceptible hint of solemnity and... a trace of helplessness appeared on his face, which was always filled with anger and tyranny.

He knew that with the Navy's current troop deployment in the New World, and the chaos and turmoil brought about by the abolition of the Seven Warlords system and the Revolutionary Army's declaration of war, the Navy was simply unable to intervene in a full-scale war between the two Emperors at the same time!

Moreover, Wano Country is a non-World Government member state that has been closed off for hundreds of years, has extremely complex terrain, extremely fierce people, and a large number of powerful samurai!

If the Navy wants to intervene on a large scale in the conflict in Wano Country, it will not only face enormous logistical difficulties, but also fierce resistance from the local forces in Wano Country! It may even trigger more unpredictable international disputes!

This is undoubtedly adding insult to injury for the already overwhelmed navy!

Kai could clearly sense a strong atmosphere of unease and anxiety emanating from the Navy Headquarters.

He knew that Fleet Admiral Akainu must be racking his brains and losing sleep over how to deal with the "battle of the Four Emperors" in Wano Country.

Is it better to stand aside and watch the fire burn, sit on the mountain and watch the tigers fight, wait for both sides to be exhausted, and then reap the benefits?

Or should they choose to take the risk of intervening, trying to fish in the chaos, weaken the power of the Four Emperors, or even... annihilate them all in one fell swoop?

This is undoubtedly an extremely difficult and dangerous choice.

As for Kai, as a vice admiral of the Navy Headquarters, he could not directly participate in such high-level strategic decision-making.

But he knew that he too would be caught up in this impending, massive storm that would sweep across the entire world.

His gaze was fixed on the direction of Wano Country, and a cold, sharp light flashed in his empty eyes.

Wano Country... Kaido... Big Mom... Straw Hat Luffy...

These names, like magical musical notes, intertwined in his mind to form an apocalyptic symphony filled with slaughter and destruction.

He knew that this war also meant... a tremendous opportunity for him!

If he can accurately assess the situation amidst this chaos, seize the opportunity, and achieve extraordinary feats…

Then, he will be one step closer to the highest position he has always dreamed of!

Dark clouds loomed over Wano Country, a place teeming with deadly intent.

A great war that could change the fate of the world is about to begin there.

Kai is ready to face this storm.

Just as the world's attention was focused on Wano Country, awaiting the earth-shattering battle between the two Emperors of the Sea, Kaido and Big Mom, an even more shocking and unbelievable piece of news came out of Wano Country like a bolt from the blue, instantly igniting the entire world!

Kaido of the Beasts and Big Mom Charlotte Linlin, these two arch-enemies who have fought for decades in the New World, harboring deep-seated grudges against each other, and even recently on the verge of conflict because of Straw Hat Luffy, have actually... formed a pirate alliance on Onigashima in Wano Country?!

This news was too sudden! Too bizarre! And too... illogical!

Given Kaido and Big Mom's arrogant and self-centered personalities, how could they possibly form an alliance with each other so easily?! Shouldn't they be fighting to the death for the title of "Pirate King" and the hegemony of the New World?!

After confirming the authenticity of the news through the Navy's secret intelligence channels and his all-pervasive Observation Haki, Kai's face, which was always covered with eternal ice, revealed for the first time... a trace of undisguised, deep shock and solemnity!

Kaido and Big Mom have formed an alliance?!

This...this is an even worse and more dangerous situation than if the two of them were to go to war directly!

While a war between two Yonko would bring immense destruction and chaos to the New World, there is at least a possibility of a mutually destructive outcome, or even the complete annihilation of one side, which would be advantageous to the Navy.

Therefore, the alliance between the two Yonko means that an unprecedented, terrifying, and suffocating super power capable of overturning the existing balance of the entire world has quietly formed!

Kaido of the Beasts possesses terrifying individual strength, known as the "strongest creature in the world," and a fearless "Beast Army" composed of countless Zoan-type Devil Fruit users!

BIGMOM Charlotte Linlin possesses the unpredictable Soul-Soul Fruit ability to manipulate souls, and runs a large, family-style pirate crew built on blood ties and marriage alliances, with numerous members and complementary abilities!

These two, already at the very top of the new world's pyramid, would become even more formidable if they joined forces...

Just how terrifying will their strength be?!

How far will their ambitions grow?!

Is it merely content with dividing up the New World's territory? Or... do they aspire to go further, challenge the World Government's rule, and even... covet the legendary throne of the world, hidden deep within Pangaea?!

Kai dared not think any further.

He knew that this news was undoubtedly a...catastrophic disaster for the Navy Headquarters and the World Government!

As expected, after the news of Kaido and Big Mom's alliance was announced, the entire Marine Headquarters was plunged into an unprecedented state of panic and oppression.

Upon learning this news, it is said that Fleet Admiral Akainu immediately smashed his specially reinforced office to pieces! His furious roar echoed throughout Marineford!

"Damn it!!! These damned pirates!!! They actually... they actually dared to form an alliance?!"

"Are they declaring war on the entire world?!"

"Pass on my order! All Navy fleets in the New World, immediately go on high alert! Closely monitor all movements of Kaido and the Big Mom Pirates! Report to me immediately if any unusual activity is detected!"

Although Fleet Admiral Akainu was furious, he was, after all, a seasoned and experienced naval commander.

He knew that when faced with the unprecedented and terrifying threat of two Yonko joining forces, which was enough to overturn the balance of the world, the Navy's current strength would be insufficient to confront them head-on.

Rushing into the conflict in Wano Country would not only fail to prevent Kaido and Big Mom from forming an alliance, but could also put the Navy in a dangerous situation of being attacked from both sides, and might even accelerate the downfall of the World Government.

Therefore, after a painful struggle and difficult deliberation, Fleet Admiral Akainu finally issued an order... which, in his view, was filled with humiliation and helplessness, but was also the only feasible order under the current circumstances:

"The Navy... will not proactively intervene in the conflict in Wano Country for the time being."

"Let those damned pirates fight amongst themselves! Let them kill each other!"

"We...reap the benefits without lifting a finger!"

This order is undoubtedly filled with Akainu-style, cold and realistic pragmatism.