One Piece: The Will of Conqueror is the strongest

However, Shukaku was still unwilling to cooperate with Brando because the impression left by Brando's initial threats was too deep.

However, Brando could clearly feel that the favorability rating had increased significantly, and he estimated that it was not far from getting rid of the negative number.

Meanwhile, Brando also created a channel, allowing Shukaku's chakra to flow freely through the meridians in his left hand. Shukaku then manipulated its own chakra, controlling sand to condense a smaller version of Shukaku that appeared beside Brando.

It's about 30 centimeters tall, just tall enough to stand on Brando's shoulder.

The other tailed beasts are not very willing to come out, but Shukaku is different; it likes to come out and have fun.

Soon, Brando brought Shukaku to Alabasta's capital, Arubana.

Brando didn't use any transformation magic; he simply wore a hat and a long robe, which concealed most of his body.

It wasn't that I dressed like that on purpose; it's just that this country has so much sunshine, it's unbearably hot.

"What are you doing in a place like this?"

"The strongest force in this world is called the World Government, right? Defeating them directly will prove the power of the Ninja Sect."

It's rare for Shukaku to have this much freedom.

Arriving in this crowded place, it felt a bit bored, and its hands were itching to try out just how peculiar the bloodline limit of this world really was.

"I've come to find the daimyo of this country, teach him a lesson, let him know the power of the Ninja Clan, and also investigate the secrets of this world."

"Besides, I'm too weak right now. The strong people in this world are also very powerful. I feel there should be strong people who can reach the strength of Uchiha Madara, so I can't beat them yet."

Brando replies to Shukaku with a slight change in wording.

Then, take the opportunity to play the victim, explaining the enemy's strength and implying that it's not that I'm incapable, but rather that the enemy is too powerful.

"Hmph, if I encounter a truly powerful opponent, I will make my move."

"However, I, this great one, will not offer to help you!"

Shukaku's words are self-contradictory.

But Brando knew that the trust between the two had grown even stronger, and Haki had already achieved his goal of being stubborn.

Brando wasted no time and brought Shukaku directly to the vicinity of the Alabasta Royal Palace. Then, one by one, they easily sneaked in, activating their Sharingan and proceeding with extreme caution.

It was easy to exploit the blind spots of these patrolling guards, with almost no difficulty in infiltrating. He randomly picked a guard, used his mental power to invade and read his memories, and then knocked him unconscious.

Then they went directly to Cobra's residence.

"Your Majesty, the people have requested a grand funeral for the death of the Shichibukai Crocodile, and they hope that you can personally attend."

Icarium, the captain of the Kingdom Guard, reports to Cobra about the events involving Crocodile.

"I understand. Since he is dead, let's do as the people want, for this hero of Alabasta."

Cobra sensed that something was wrong with Crocodile, but couldn't figure out why.

Now that Crocodile is dead, he doesn't want to cause any more trouble. He just wants the people to believe him. What else can happen when someone is dead?

"A guy who attempted to overthrow this country, disregarding the deaths of ordinary people, a legitimate pirate plotting to seize the secrets of the Nefit family—how could such a person have the king of this country personally attend his funeral?"

"It seems the king of this country isn't very bright."

Suddenly, an unfamiliar voice rang out.

Icarim immediately stepped in front of Cobra, drawing his pistol and aiming it at the direction from which the sound came, his expression wary.

"Who goes there!"

Ikaram looked nervous.

He never expected that a stranger could sneak into the king's office; this guy looked very cunning.

Brando slowly pushed open the door and walked in. Two guards lay unconscious at the door.

Upon entering, Brando immediately removed his straw hat, revealing his true appearance.

"It's you!"

Cobra immediately recognized the man as the guy who had defeated Crocodile on yesterday's front page.

Ikaram recognized him immediately, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead.

He was clearly aware of Brando's danger, and he felt that he alone was simply no match for him.

"You just said Crocodile is plotting against this country, is that true?"

Cobra didn't panic too much.

Instead, he was more concerned about what Brando had just said.

"First, he continuously defeats the pirates who invade Alabasta, becoming a hero of the country. Then, he uses dancing powder to cause a drought, and the people who cannot survive begin to rebel against the government, forcing the foolish king to abdicate. Finally, the hero appears to save the country."

"What a wonderful script, isn't it?"

Brando passionately recounted everything Crocodile would do in the future.

However, after hearing these words, Cobra felt a chill of fear. He hadn't expected the plan to be so simple, yet so perfectly suited.

He didn't believe that a pirate would be so kind as to help Alabasta clear out the invading pirates, and not for money; he must have some other motive.

He hadn't expected that the other side's target was the entire Alabasta.

"What exactly is your purpose in coming here!"

Icarum stared sharply at Brando.

Crocodile's affairs have nothing to do with this person, and Crocodile is already dead. This person's special visit must have other reasons.

"It's for Crocodile's other purpose, the historical text about the Ancient Weapon Pluton, which I want to take a look at."

Brando didn't hide it either.

He's already killed a Celestial Dragon and taken down a Shichibukai, so the World Government hates him to the core. Reading another Poneglyph is nothing to him.

"you!"

Upon hearing Brando's words, Cobra could no longer remain calm. He abruptly stood up, slammed his hands on the table, and stared intently at Brando.

Because he never expected that this secret would be exposed.

This was something the World Government could not tolerate, and it concerned a secret that the Nefit family had kept for so many years. How could he not be shocked?

"king!"

Icarum didn't understand what was happening.

"You go out first!"

Kobra gave the order directly.

He was well aware of the current situation. If the other party wanted to make a move, Icarus wouldn't be able to stop them, and since the other party knew about Hades, it wasn't appropriate for others to hear about it.

Icarum was somewhat unwilling, but he still obeyed Cobra's orders, left Cobra's room, and closed the door behind him.

"So, like Crocodile, you also came for Hades?"

Cobra felt a bitter taste in his mouth and a strange, unpleasant sensation.

If this gets out, the World Government won't be lenient, but Alabasta is currently powerless to protect this secret.

"We villagers don't lie. We're not really interested in Hades. I just want to take a look at the Poneglyphs."

"Besides, you can't stop me from doing what I want to do."

Brando was telling the truth this time.

But Cobra refused to believe it, convinced that Brando had come for Hades' message.

He was considering what price he would have to pay to get the other party to give up on this matter.

"The Poneglyphs are underground in this city, aren't they? Is it this royal palace?"

Brando dropped the pretense and directly stated the approximate location of the Poneglyph.

Cobra stared at Brando in shock. Why had this secret been exposed? Had Crocodile already investigated to this extent?

He believed that everything Brando knew came from Crocodile.

"Stop talking nonsense, just use your Sharingan to read his memories!"

Hagi Crane emerged directly from Brando's robes, speaking with some impatience.