From Pirate to Revolutionary Mentor

Chapter 109 Completely Different Fates

Having watched both speeches in a row, Oden's mind was in turmoil, and he didn't even pay attention to the playful antics of Hiyori and Kevin across from him.

revolution……

Five years ago, when Roger and I were traveling the seas, this concept didn't exist in the world.

At the beginning, perhaps everyone thought that the so-called revolutionary army was just a small-scale operation.

Even regarding the bounty on the cloaked man, how much of the two billion Berries is for those few Celestial Dragons who died?

I'm afraid there's a 99% chance.

The World Government underestimated the Revolutionary Army. At this point, the Revolutionary Army might only be seen by them as an organization that could restrain Mr. Spark.

At this moment, Oden seemed to understand why Captain Roger was willing to continue living in that form.

The captain is not a coward!

Even with a terminal illness, he was still able to laugh heartily in his final year and fulfill his long-held dream.

After the executions in Loguetown, these guys were already considered people of the old era.

If it weren't for the desire to see the verification of that statement in the future, why would someone like Roger be willing to continue existing in a state of being neither dead nor alive?

The inscription on the stone tablet did not explain which of the two possible futures was better.

When I first heard the name "Revolutionary Army," I was furious because of Kanjuro's death. But now, I realize that the name, appearing in such an era, represents a lot.

Power should be returned to the people, and the safety of the entire nation should not be entrusted to one person.

Just like the question the master had asked himself before, does Momonosuke really have the courage to become a monarch in the future?

The monarch of a country...

Because of his impulsiveness, he didn't seek outside help, naively believing that the other party was like Whitebeard and Roger, and that powerful pirates would keep their promises.

If it weren't for the Kang family daimyo, if it weren't for Shimotsuki Hikoichiro actually bringing back reinforcements at the last moment, if it weren't for those two sorcerers being killed beforehand...

Too many "what ifs".

Because of his own choice, he caused millions of people in Wano Country to live in hell. Countless people will die under the rule of the Beast Pirates, and living has become a luxury.

This outcome was solely due to a choice I made as a member of the Kozuki clan and the ruler of Wano Country.

With the lives of millions tied to one person, is such a system truly good or bad?

This seems to be beyond doubt.

Oden's gaze remained fixed on the lecturer outside the window, who was speaking eloquently and passionately.

He also saw the indignant samurai among the onlookers.

But all these efforts will ultimately be crushed and turned into dust in the face of those two words.

The Kang family is too persistent.

However, one cannot be stubborn. This country has been liberated, and what will follow is the liberation of thought.

On the day the nation truly opens its doors in the future, this country must become an asset to the revolutionary army.

Otherwise, Wano Country will descend into chaos, and a real ideological struggle will ensue.

"You seem to have already made up your mind?"

Kevin held Hiyori and teased her, then casually asked a question.

Oden picked up his teacup and took a sip: "I've made up my mind. If I hesitate any longer, it will only bring disaster to this country."

Kevin looked at Oden.

It seems that after experiencing Kanjuro's betrayal and being deceived by Kaido and Orochi, this character has grown a little bit.

Compared to his experience of going to sea with Whitebeard and Luo Jie, this period of time made him more like a monarch.

"It will take some time for the people of Wano to become more aware of their own ideas, and the country needs stability during this period. Therefore, the administration of the Shogun and the Daimyo will remain unchanged for the time being, and you will continue to temporarily assume the position of Shogun."

Kozuki Oden nodded: "I understand. Kaido and Orochi's influence is still there, and the people have not yet been liberated. At this time, a major change would cause panic."

"Wow? You've gotten a lot smarter."

Kevin smiled.

Little Rihe, however, was unhappy and reached out to tug at Kevin's hair.

"You're mocking Father, you bad uncle!"

This made the two of them burst into laughter.

Kevin prefers Hiyori at this age to Momonosuke. After all, no man can resist a smart, beautiful little daughter, even if she's someone else's little darling.

After ruffling Hiyori's hair, Kevin casually asked, "When you, Roger, and Rayleigh saw things in Laugh Tale, was I among them?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Oden's hand, which was pouring tea, froze in mid-air.

After a long pause, he put it down and said, "I can't say about Laugh Tale; that place is the last hope of this world."

"Is that so?"

Kevin didn't ask any more questions, but instead pointed out another person who had always been relatively unknown: "The Time-Time Fruit's ability is very special. Although it can't travel to the past, it can continuously travel to the next future. Furthermore, it can see some scenes from the future."

"Lady Toki knows more about this world than either of us; she herself was a figure from the Void Century eight hundred years ago. And the stone tablet with the Poneglyphs was made by stonemasons from Wano Country."

"So I don't think it's surprising at all that Laugh Tale might have prophecies about me or the Revolutionary Army."

Oden smiled helplessly and sighed.

So that's the difference; the intelligence and analysis are far inferior.

This person was able to deduce a great deal from just a few words.

But he still didn't answer. As he had said before, it contained two possible futures for this world, one of which could make the whole world laugh, and a final, ambiguous statement.

He wouldn't say either of them, because they concerned the whole world.

By this time, the speech on the street platform had also ended.

Not long after, a woman carrying several books in one hand and holding a girl's hand in the other, came up the stairs to the second floor of the teahouse.

Kevin glanced at it and found it somewhat strange.

The instructors who come to Wano Country to give lectures and classes for the Revolutionary Army are all selected by Dragon and Uncle Kuma and transported here using the Chicken Talisman and the Paw-Paw Fruit's abilities.

Compared to four thousand people, this is a much smaller number, and Doraga can handle it.

However, precisely because of this, Kevin really didn't know who had come.

"Mr. Mask!"

A gasp of surprise mingled with joy as Robin, now ten years old, grew much taller than he had two years ago, and trotted straight over from the stairwell.

"I never expected to meet you here, sir."

Behind Robin, Olvia bowed slightly to Kevin.

However, a single sentence immediately exposed Robin's deception.

"Wasn't it because you knew Mr. Spark was here that you worked so hard to become a mentor, Robin?"

These words made Robin a little flustered.

Although she was already the youngest scholar and intellectual mentor on the island, she held absolute admiration for Mr. Spark, who pioneered the core ideology of the revolutionary army.

This is not only because of Ohara's rescue, but more so because the more I understand the ideas brought by Mr. Fireseed, the more I feel his greatness.

Kevin looked at Robin with surprise: "So Nicole is now not only the youngest scholar, but also the youngest mentor? That's really impressive!"

These words made Robin blush even more.

Nothing proves your efforts better than the approval of someone you admire.

At this moment, little Rihanna, still nestled in Kevin's arms, became unhappy. She poked her little head out and looked at Robin: "I can be a mentor too!"

Oden, sitting opposite Robin, also looked at her in surprise. After hearing Hiyori's words, he laughed and replied, "That's not a simple matter, Hiyori. Also, perhaps you'll call this older sister 'teacher' later."

teacher?

Xiao Rihe pouted, clearly unconvinced.

She felt that the moment this young lady appeared, she stole all the attention from the masked uncle and her father.

Robin was also curiously looking at Hiyori, and even reached out to rub her brightly colored hair.

"My name is Nico Robin, and I'm currently a rotating instructor at the First Academy in the City. Becoming a scholar or instructor requires a lot of hard work, you know."

Hiyori turned her head to try to get rid of Robin's wicked little hands, but unfortunately she was too young and could only suffer the abuse.

Soon, under Robin's reluctant gaze, Olvia led her to another side and ordered some local specialties.

The interaction between the two little ones greatly relaxed Kevin, and his originally tragic fate was changed.

Robin, who was constantly betrayed from the age of eight in her memories, leading her to distrust everyone before meeting the main characters, now has a wonderful childhood.

Still holding the indignant little Hiyori in her arms, she remembers being burdened with national and familial hatred since childhood. Despite being a princess of the Kozuki clan, she ended up in a brothel as a courtesan, swindling money to help the people of Wano Country who were barely surviving.

Now, Oden and Lady Toki are still alive, Orochi is dead and Kaido has been recruited, and their original fates have been completely changed.

Kevin lifted the little sun and placed it on the table.

"Study hard for knowledge and ideas; it will make the people of Wano Country live better lives. One day in the future, you might even become the first female president of Wano Country."

A female president?

What is a president?

Seeing the little guy's confusion, Kevin explained, "It's about being the leader who manages the entire nation's livelihood, politics, and military. Don't you think your brother isn't good enough? Well, maybe you can try harder."

The little guy didn't hear a word of what was said after that, but he remembered the first half of the sentence.

To manage the entire Wano Country?

Isn't that a general?

As a girl, she was naturally intelligent and knew the difference between herself and her brother.

But now Uncle Mask says it's okay?

"gentlemen……"

Oden hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

Kevin raised his hand to stop him, and said bluntly, "Do you think elections are about talent? Or gender?"

One sentence left Oden speechless.

Kevin actually prefers Hiyori to Momonosuke and Oden.

Oden's five-year-long dance was a display of foolishness and a lack of resolve, while Momonosuke's act of having his subordinates bound and drained by Green Bull to prove himself was utterly idiotic.

But Hiyori and a little girl, after learning that Kawamatsu himself was also starving, felt they were a burden and resolutely left.

Later, as a woman with no physical strength, even after being reduced to a courtesan, she still used her remaining power to help her people and avenge Orochi.

"I want to be the female president! And make Peach clean toilets every day!"

The sight of Xiao Ri standing on the table with her hands raised, her ambitious words directly interrupting Kevin's thoughts.

Oden, sitting opposite him, smiled helplessly. He thought it would be better if the two children's personalities were switched.

……

The initial phase of the Wano Country plan is on track, and Kevin has shifted his focus back to the Marine Headquarters.

During the war with the Beasts Pirates, the morning swordsmanship lessons were also interrupted for a long time.

I wonder if that tough white-haired guy has recovered from his injuries yet. Also, the memories brought by the shadow clones during Kuzan's recent voyages seem a bit strange.

This candidate admiral, who is about to become the Navy's top combat force, seems to be intentionally searching for traces of the Revolutionary Army, and has already encountered people from the CP side several times.

In this situation, Kevin is also considering whether to meet Kuzan again under a different identity, or to wait until Kuzan truly understands his own feelings.

In addition, the quadrennial World Government Conference and the collection of celestial gold are about to begin.

The Revolutionary Army's Eastern Army has been working diligently recently to develop routes for collecting Celestial Gold in the East Blue and the first half of the Grand Line, which is of great importance.

The Revolutionary Army's forces have entered a phase of infiltration and development, which requires a huge amount of money. The research institute is making demands every day, and Bailey also needs to invest in developing new members and infiltrating the base every day.

It's impossible to make a fuss on an empty stomach.

If it weren't for the support of trade across the world, the company would probably have run out of funds by now.

"Knock knock".

There was a tap on the armchair, and Kevin, who had been lying on the deck with his eyes closed in thought, opened them: "We're at headquarters?"

"There's still half a day left."

Kuzan sat next to Kevin in an identical recliner.

After glancing around, he asked in a low voice, "Have you read that book?"

Uh →_→

The book was mostly based on the core ideas he provided; he genuinely didn't read it.

After exhaling, Kuzan said, "The World Government is about to start a new round of Celestial Gold attacks, and in the North Blue, the World Government is also taking action against Germa."

Kevin looked at the list: "I remember Germa was a member state, right?"

Kuzan replied, "Just look back at past mistakes and you'll have enough to find an excuse. What the higher-ups care about is Germa's technology, after all, Vegapunk has been missing for a while now."

Kevin: "Is this related to us?"

Kuzan nodded slightly: "Fleet Admiral Sengoku has already received the notification. We will be heading to the North Blue as part of the punitive expedition. Borsalino will still need to stay in the Sabaody Archipelago, Sakazuki will be in the New World, and my ability to freeze the sea surface can prevent them from escaping."

To stop them from escaping...

I wonder if Germa's technology, those boots that allow moonwalking, and a whole host of other advanced technologies, have been developed yet. After all, the invisibility mechanic appeared quite early in the comics.

But the World Government was clearly prepared. Unless Judge was prepared to be all alone with his children, they would indeed be unable to escape once the sea froze over.

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