Chapter 607: Martial Arts Conference
Seeing the enraged Kaido, many pirates present began to mourn for Queen.
Of course, there were also people who looked at Queen's flying figure with admiration.
He's obviously been beaten by Boss Kaido before, yet he still dares to act like that now. He's certainly worthy of being valued by Boss Kaido!
Some people who admired Queen began to have their own thoughts.
"Boss Kaido, Boss Kaido! The World Economic News has released urgent news..."
At this time, a pirate ran in, clutching several newspapers.
His loud voice immediately attracted the attention of the groggy Kaido.
However, the surrounding speakers, which were still playing music, made him very uncomfortable.
Rumble!
With one smash of his mace, the two large speakers not far away were shattered into pieces, their components scattered.
The loud music stopped, and Kaido turned his attention to the pirate who had just arrived.
As the earth trembled, Kaido sat cross-legged.
"What exactly is going on?"
Although Kaido's eyes were still clouded with drunkenness, he retained some awareness. The World Economic News occasionally publishes major news, and an urgent edition was enough to clear his head.
"Ehh..."
Seeing the large hole in the ceiling and Queen's vanished figure, the pirate couldn't help but tense up.
He was in a hurry and swallowed hard.
Then, he walked up to Kaido with some trepidation and handed over a newspaper.
Afterward, he ran like a rabbit towards another high-ranking figure with a calm expression.
That was the Disaster King, who was now at the height of his power among the Beast Pirates.
He continued speaking loudly as he moved away from the drunken Kaido.
"Boss Kaido, the Dark Curtain in the South Blue is holding a martial arts tournament in the North Blue in the name of the Purple Aloof..."
Listening to this pirate's brief narration, the Tobiroppo (Flying Six) and All-Stars gathered there showed shocked expressions, and some immediately grabbed newspapers to read the news.
"What..."
Even King, who had been watching Kaido and Queen's antics with a calm expression, looked surprised.
He spread out the newspaper in his hand and began to read the urgent report carefully.
It wasn't until he finished reading the main news inside that he looked amazed.
"Is the Dark Curtain going to form a Martial Arts Association?"
As King showed surprise, Kaido also started laughing.
"Worarara!"
"A martial arts competition? That's truly interesting! What a pity..."
Kaido murmured, his expression changing slightly.
It was a pity that this conference had little to do with pirates like them.
Throwing the newspaper aside, he focused his gaze on King.
"King, how is it? Are you interested in going there?"
Hearing Kaido's question, King's eyes flickered.
"We shall see, Kaido-sama. After all, I am a pirate."
After answering Kaido, he stood up.
"Kaido-sama, that's enough for the banquet for now; I'll take my leave first."
Da da da!
Soon, King led a group of people and started walking outside.
Looking at King's retreating figure, Kaido shook his head, then raised his wine gourd and drank it down in one gulp.
'I hope King will be more level-headed, otherwise, my mace won't be merciful.'
Now, after the Mythical Beast Conference, the Beast Pirates were famous throughout the sea and were considered a powerful Yonkō pirate group capable of rivaling the Golden Lion.
The trip to the Mythical Beast Conference was very rewarding.
However, a group of pirates led by Disaster King were restless.
At the same time, the André Pirates under the Beast Pirates were also at odds with the main crew.
Kaido was also aware of this fragile balance.
But he wasn't afraid of these internal issues; he would strike anyone who stepped out of line.
'Unfortunately, the attempt to annex Big Mom's pirate group didn't succeed, otherwise…'
A thought flashed through Kaido's mind, and he continued to drink to drown his sorrows.
On the other side, King was deep in thought.
He began to have a general idea after seeing the information in the newspaper this time.
According to the World Economic News, they will hold a martial arts competition on an island in the North Blue, in the name of the demigod Purple Aloof.
This tournament was obviously modeled after the Kendo Tournament.
But Morgans' wording was enticing: "Do you want to explore the limits of martial arts? Do you want to be the pinnacle of martial arts? If you want, come and participate in this martial arts tournament!"
King had no reaction to Morgans' rhetoric.
Only the following content moved him: "Perhaps the World Government should be asked to remove the bounty on Kanika..."
Grand Line, Magic Mine Gula Island.
The headquarters of Iron Sun.
Aizen, the current president of the Iron Sun, was holding a rolled-up newspaper and reading it.
"The Purple Aloof, Iori Yagami."
A smile appeared on Aizen's lips.
He remembered that this senior was very low-key, and he hadn't expected him to get involved in an event like this conference.
There might be a story here.
"President Aizen, this time the Dark Curtain actually plans to support a Martial Arts Association."
"If they succeed, they will gain further control over the sea..."
Next to Aizen, a young man named Doc was analyzing seriously.
The newspaper revealed that the convening of this martial arts conference was not a simple event.
The Dark Curtain planned to cooperate with the winners of the conference to form a Martial Arts Association.
This association would be a large, loose organization similar to the Kendo Association.
It's just that, compared to kendo, the Martial Arts Association would focus more on physical techniques.
"It doesn't matter, Doc. This is a matter for those major forces; they will have a share of the control."
Looking at the young man with a hint of worry on his face, Aizen smiled gently.
"President Aizen, are you also interested in this conference?"
Doc was comforted by Aizen, and his worries dissipated. At the same time, he looked at the gentle man wearing black-rimmed glasses with curiosity.
Even though Aizen's sudden arrival resulted in the resignation of his respected Chairman Kong, Doc was not dissatisfied.
Aizen's fearsome prowess and impeccably affable personality undoubtedly commanded his awe and admiration.
Doc believed in Aizen's strength.
If President Aizen takes action, he will definitely be able to win the title of Ultimate Martial Artist!
He thought so.
"Am I interested? Perhaps!"
Aizen couldn't deny Doc's curiosity.
With a gentle smile on his face, he looked out the window at the mountains in the distance.
'I didn't expect Iori Yagami to take action this time. I should try the senior's strength! I think that man will also come over.'
The figure of Uchiha Madara appeared in Aizen's mind, and then he looked up to the sky.
After this time is over, I can take out the gift. When the time comes, the Soul Society….
(End of this chapter)