Totto Land.
Some guests who had arrived early for Big Mom's Tea Party were already gathering on Cake Island. The entire city was extravagantly decorated, dessert-themed lights sparkling and reflecting off each other in every direction.
The island resembled a scene from a fairy tale, with colorful sweets forming the structures of buildings. Houses made from cakes of various shapes and sizes dotted the landscape, forming an enormous confectionary city.
Flowers, plants, and trees with playful, human-like faces danced as if celebrating the start of the Tea Party. Various races were still visible among the crowds, including some rare ones.
Following the main road led to the enormous square where the Tea Party would be held.
A brown carriage slowly stopped at the entrance. As the soldiers drew back the curtain, a man with a fluffy black beard covering his chin stepped out. The crowd gasped in shock.
"Is that… Sea Transport King Umit?"
"Who's the Sea Transport King?"
"You don't know him? He controls the lifeline of maritime logistics in the New World. Seventy percent of all cargo there passes through him."
"Such a remarkable person is attending the Tea Party? Amazing!"
With Umit's arrival, the Tea Party's atmosphere began reaching its peak.
Soon after, a red carriage rolled to a stop. A woman with a graceful figure stepped out, her long dress and white cloak radiating nobility, her hat perfectly framing her delicate face.
"That's… Stussy, Queen of the Pleasure District."
"Who is Stussy? She's beautiful… is she married?"
"She's the top entertainer of the New World! Alongside Gold Emperor Tesoro, she controls entertainment here."
"Wow, a real star," murmured those observing her.
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"I know him—Dorag Pieckro! Known as the King of Assassins, he runs the world's most complex assassin organization and loves burying his enemies alive."
"Is he really that powerful? No wonder his smile sends chills down my spine."
"Be careful. He's notoriously bad-tempered. There are rumors he once killed a client directly."
"What? Isn't that against the rules? Why kill a client?"
"That client said his smile was creepy."
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"Du Feld! I didn't expect him to attend either. He's the wealthiest person outside of Golden City."
"Yes, he started by lending money at high interest."
"Does he have a financial empire behind him?"
"Not exactly. But if you borrow from him and fail to repay, he can find you even in Paradise."
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"The King of Warehouses, Giberson, has arrived as well. He never misses Big Mom's Tea Parties."
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"Who's that bird? Why is everyone staring?"
"That is the mysterious President of the World Economic News Agency—Morgans!"
"The leader of those infamous news reports?"
"Yes. Every article he publishes includes the word 'shocking,' and his agency gathers the most information in the Grand Line. He is the editor-in-chief of 'Shocking News'."
As Morgans took his seat, six notorious figures controlling the underground of the New World were present. Observers swallowed nervously. Offending any of them would mean certain doom, even at the world's end. Many guests were not merely attending the Tea Party—they aimed to negotiate with these underground Emperors.
Big Mom, seated in all her grandeur, beamed. Attendance far surpassed previous parties, signaling her growing influence. She turned to Perospero beside her.
"Mama, Perospero, have Rolan and his crew arrived yet? He is the main target of this Tea Party."
Perospero twirled his tongue. "Mama, so far, there's no sign of them."
Big Mom's smile vanished. "Nani! Rolan dares not attend my Tea Party?!"
Perospero quickly interjected, "Mama, don't worry. They are likely far away, on their way."
Her expression softened slightly, though anger still simmered. In the New World, respect for her was expected. Guests fought fiercely to secure invitations, yet Rolan, a newcomer, defied tradition. She would have Napoleon teach him a lesson if necessary.
To distract her, Perospero handed Big Mom a cake. "Mama, this mousse cake is crafted by the famous Pierre Hermé."
Big Mom stuffed it into her mouth, eyes lighting up. "Mama, delicious!"
Once satisfied, she inquired, "Kaido said he'd send someone. Why haven't they arrived?"
Perospero appeared puzzled. The Beasts Pirates had attended previous Tea Parties, making their absence unusual.
"Maybe they got lost," he offered weakly.
Big Mom waved a hand, smashing nearby cakes in frustration. "Damn Kaido. If he plays a trick on me, he won't escape unscathed!"
Her anger subsided, a smile returning as Katakuri whispered, "Mama, it's time."
Big Mom frowned slightly and then declared, "I hereby officially open the Tea Party!"
The hall erupted in excitement.
The Sea Transport King approached and presented a box to Big Mom. "Finest chocolate beans from North Blue, Mama."
Big Mom's face brightened. "Thank you, Umit."
Giberson followed, carrying a durian tree from South Blue. Stussy presented a special-grade ruby she won from Tezzaro.
All guests presented their respective treasures. Big Mom, pleased, waved her hand dramatically. "Bring up all the cakes!"
Suddenly, a voice echoed through the hall:
"Oh, I wonder if I'm late?"
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