XX-level Hokage

A short while later, BigMom's eyelids twitched slightly, as if she was about to wake up from her coma. Mashiro smiled slightly, already having made up her mind.

She didn't rush to act, but planned to wait for Big Mom to fully regain consciousness before gradually leading her into her "pirate alliance" plan. After a moment, Big Mom's eyes suddenly snapped open, filled with anger and murderous intent.

She struggled to get up, but the sea stone lock prevented her from unleashing her power, and in the end she could only collapse helplessly on the ground, her eyes fixed on Mashiro.

"You brat, how dare you... how dare you scheme against me!" BigMom's voice was deep and stern, filled with uncontrollable rage.

Mashiro remained smiling, completely unmoved. Instead, she clapped her hands lightly and said coldly, "Don't be hasty, Big Mom. You're powerless to resist now. Why don't you listen to my suggestion first?"

BigMom's anger intensified, her breathing became rapid and erratic, and she was on the verge of losing control again.

However, Mashiro didn't give her a chance to retaliate. Her calm voice carried a chilling pressure: "Do you think you can still control everything? Kaido has already been defeated, and your pirate crew is under my control. Your only choice now is to obey me, or die one by one!"

BigMom paused for a moment upon hearing this, her anger subsiding slightly, but she still stared at Mashiro warily: "Kid... what exactly do you want?" "It's simple," Mashiro's voice was calm yet carried an undeniable air of authority, "I'm planning an unprecedented pirate alliance, uniting the Four Emperors..."

The Seven Warlords of the Sea and the Revolutionary Army together completely overthrew the rule of the World Government.

You should also know that world governments have been covering up history, plundering the world's wealth, and oppressing countless people. This world needs change, and I am the one who can truly lead that change.

People in this world love to hear stories about "rebellion" and "freedom," and in this context, Mashiro also experienced Black Zetsu's joy. BigMom frowned slightly, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes, as if she were considering Gu Ri's proposal.

However, Mashiro's next words completely captured her attention: "Join me, and I can give you half the power over this ocean in the future. You can continue to rule any island you want, continue to control everything. As long as you are willing to serve me, no force in the world will be able to threaten you anymore."

Mashiro's words were like the devil's whisper, carrying an irresistible allure.

However, BigMom's reaction was unexpected. She did not show any joy; instead, her expression became unusually strange.

"Eat...I want to eat sweets..." BigMom's eyes gradually lost focus, and saliva began to involuntarily drool from his mouth, his expression becoming increasingly frantic.

"Sweets...cake..." BigMom suddenly roared furiously, struggling wildly as if she couldn't hear Mashiro's voice at all.

The seastone lock made a heavy clanging sound. Mashiro looked at her strangely, realizing that Big Mom was experiencing a binge-eating episode. "Just as rumored, she completely loses her sanity during an episode." Mashiro quickly took a few steps back, her Rinnegan blazing intensely.

She decided to stop trying to persuade them and instead choose a more direct approach.

With a gentle wave of her hand, she conjured an invisible barrier of chakra, completely blocking BigMom's frenzied attacks. Then, Mashiro calmly released the "Human Path" ability of her Rinnegan, forming hand seals with her fingertips emitting a faint glow, and extended them directly towards BigMom's head.

"Let me see what secrets are hidden in your memories."

Under the power of the Rinnegan, Big Mom's memories gradually surfaced before Mashiro's eyes.

As a child, Charlotte Linlin was in an orphanage, facing the kind smile of Sister Carmel.

However, the deeper Mashiro delved into her memories, the more distorted the images became, until that day when Sister Carmel and the other orphans mysteriously disappeared after a grand feast, leaving only Linlin alone amidst a bloody mess.

"I see..." Mashiro nodded thoughtfully. She had gleaned the true root of her bulimia from Big Mom's memories—the deep fear and anxiety about Sister Carmel's disappearance and that unknown memory.

This psychological trauma is deeply rooted in her heart, constantly tormenting her.

Mashiro chuckled softly and murmured, "Your obsession with food stems from your feelings for Carmel. In that case... I know how to deal with you."

She decided to take advantage of this and gradually infiltrated BigMom's consciousness, leading her into a deep brainwashing process. She then activated her [Visual Memory] and [Glass] abilities.

"Lingling," Mashiro's voice deepened and became calm, as if echoing deep within Big Mom's subconscious, "What you want, Sister Carmel has never left. She has always been in your heart, and has never betrayed you."

Under the influence of multiple abilities, BigMom's consciousness was gradually guided. Her pupils dilated slightly, her expression became dazed, and her eyes gradually lost their original anxiety and anger, replaced by a bewildering calm.

Mashiro continued, "You can still have everything—sweets, family, power—as long as you follow me. I can help you find Carmel, find..."

To the truth you've always longed for.

BigMom's breathing gradually calmed down, and her once rampaging rage was suppressed. Her consciousness fell into the illusion set up by Mashiro, as if she saw the nun from her memories again, the woman who had always left a deep mark on her heart.

"Sister... Carmel..." Big Mom murmured, her voice filled with complex emotions. Her former rage and loss of control had completely vanished. Mashiro smiled contentedly, the power of her Rinnegan slowly receding. She knew that Big Mom had been thoroughly brainwashed and was now under her control.

“Very good, Linlin, welcome to the Pirate Alliance from today onwards,” Mashiro said with a light laugh. Bigmon, on the other hand, remained silent, seemingly still immersed in the memories Mashiro had fabricated.

Chapter 167: Crane

Mashiro, accompanied by Big Mom who had been completely brainwashed, stood steadily at the highest point of Whole Cake Island, gazing down at everything on the island.

An oppressive aura emanated from her, causing the soldiers and pirates around her to lower their heads and not even dare to breathe too freely.

Before long, BigMom's offspring gathered in the square, watching with puzzlement as their mother was brought back. Unease and doubt flickered in their eyes, yet they dared not approach rashly.

“Charlotte Linlin,” Mashiro called softly, her tone carrying an irresistible air of authority.

BigMom's once threatening eyes had lost their former ferocity; she simply stood calmly beside Mashiro, her head bowed, appearing incredibly docile.

Her descendants were speechless with shock when they saw this.

"What happened to my mother?" Perospero spoke first, his face still maintaining a forced calm, but his voice trembled uncontrollably. "What did you do to her?"

Mashiro smiled gently and said calmly, "I did not harm your mother. On the contrary, I gave her a completely new future—a future where she could..."

The opportunity to control more islands and gain greater power.

She looked around, her clear gaze carrying an irresistible sense of oppression. "From this day forward, the Big Mom Pirates will become part of the Pirate Alliance."

Your mother has made her decision, and I will lead you into a new era.

"A pirate alliance?" Katakuri, who had just been discovered and rescued, frowned and coldly sized up Mashiro. "Sorcerer, what makes you think we'll obey you?"

He was still resentful about the crushing defeat he had just suffered.

"I have already defeated Kaido and persuaded your mother," Mashiro replied calmly, her tone unwavering. "This alliance is for the overthrow of the World Government and the creation of a new era free from oppression. Will you follow me and enjoy future dominance of the seas, or will you resist and witness your mother plunged into chaos once more?"

As soon as she finished speaking, Mashiro waved her hand gently, signaling Stusi to come forward.

Stussy bowed gracefully to everyone and smiled, "This is your only chance. Stay by Lord Mashiro's side and you will enjoy future prosperity and freedom. If you refuse, the consequences are predictable."

The scene froze for a moment. BigMom's offspring looked at each other, their eyes filled with hesitation. They dared not rebel rashly, but they were also unwilling to accept reality.

However, no one present could question Mashiro's power; that aura pressed deeply into their hearts.

Just then, Mashiro spoke again, breaking the silence: "I only need one answer—yes or no." Finally, Perospero bowed slightly in silence and said, "We are willing to follow you... Lady Mashiro." The other heirs also gradually bowed their heads in submission. Mashiro watched this scene and nodded slightly.

“Very good,” she said calmly, her eyes gleaming with a cool and profound light. “Your mother will become one of the pillars of this sea, and I will lead you to overthrow the old world and usher in a new dawn.”

Under Stussy's arrangement, the shocking news was quickly relayed to Morgans, the president of the World Economic News Agency. The following morning, a newspaper that shook the world made its headline.

Headline: "Two Yonko Join Forces: Big Mom, Bartholomew Kuma, and Boa Hancock Officially Join the Pirate Alliance!" This news was like a depth charge, causing a huge stir throughout the world.

The Navy Headquarters, the Holy Land of Mary Geoise, and all the major powers across the seas were shocked. The entire world was discussing the alliance's intentions and its possible future moves.

While countless forces were closely watching the "Pirate Alliance," Mashiro quietly appeared at Marine Headquarters, with a purpose unknown to anyone. Night fell, and Marine Headquarters fell silent, with only patrolling soldiers cautiously guarding the area. However, they were unaware that...

A shadowy figure slowly crept in through the darkness.

Mashiro stood atop the high walls of headquarters, coldly surveying the entire base.

Her Rinnegan gleamed with an eerie light, like a predator surveying its prey.

“Lady Mashiro.” Stussy appeared silently behind her and said softly, “Everything has been arranged according to your instructions.”

"Okay, thank you for your help this time." With that, Mashiro disappeared from the spot. Naval Headquarters Chief of Staff Office.

Crane calmly looked at the report in his hand. They had saved Cocoyasi Village from the control of the evil fishmen.

They liberated the Alabasta kingdom, which had been shrouded in the Krokdar conspiracy.

He defeated Enel, who proclaimed himself a god on Skypiea. He revived Ohara, the destroyed land of scholars. He cleared away future threats to Fish-Man Island.

They defeated Kaido and restored peace to Wano Country.

Killing Doflamingo, liberating Dressrosa, and freeing the enslaved people—these were things the Navy should have done, but they were accomplished by a "crime."

But for some reason, He was not surprised. She had worked in the navy for many years and was the leader of all the naval clerks. Everything she had experienced and seen had already made her disappointed with this decaying "high-rise".

After all, in the eyes of the World Government, the Navy is just a watchdog, bearing the words "justice" but protecting the group of people in this world who most deserve to be wiped out.

Thinking about this, Tsuru's memory returned to many years ago, to the time when she first met Mashiro, when she was still called Izumiya and was a Celestial Dragon.

That was the first time Tsuru had ever seen a Celestial Dragon like that. She wasn't arrogant, nor did she display that disgusting aversion and behavior. Instead, she wanted to change the corrupt system, and later she even abandoned her Celestial Dragon identity to become a pirate.

Because of these things, Mashiro left a deep impression on Tsuru, and as a result, for decades when the world forgot about Mashiro, Tsuru kept silent about her.

Now it seems she made the right decision.

Just then, the sound of a door opening came. "Carbink."

Then the door opened, and a beautiful girl with milky white eyes walked in.

"It seems I guessed right. You do know Stussy. Well, that makes sense, since you're from the same era." The girl said with a light laugh as she walked up to the crane.

"So, what brings you here specifically to see me, you sorcerer?" Tsuru put down the report in her hand, looked at Mashiro, and said calmly.

"As the Navy's top strategist, since you agreed to meet with me, you probably understand my purpose," Mashiro said softly without giving a direct answer.

Chapter 168: "The Future"

Mashiro's gaze was calm as she stared at Tsuru, as if trying to see into her heart. Tsuru, on the other hand, remained composed.

“You want my support, but I can’t be easily persuaded.” Tsuru’s voice was low and firm. “The justice the Navy has always upheld” is to maintain world order. Even if that order has flaws, it’s still better than chaos.

"Justice?" Mashiro smiled contemptuously, his tone filled with disdain. "The justice you speak of is nothing but a disguise concealed by the interests of the powerful. True justice should be serving the people, not serving those rulers who look down upon the masses from above."

The same applies to every world: the corruption of the aristocratic class is deeply entrenched.

Crane frowned slightly, clearly unwilling to back down. "Do you really think that the Navy Alliance and the Pirate Alliance you mentioned can replace the existing order?"

Without a world government, who will maintain peace on the oceans?

"You should understand that peace on the ocean has never been maintained by governments." Mashiro's voice rose, revealing an unwavering confidence. It was the pirates who dared to take risks and explore that truly remained. They would no longer be rampant villains, but like your navy, shoulder the responsibility of protection and exploration.

"Protection and expansion?" Crane countered, a hint of doubt in her voice. "Do you really believe pirates can do that? Their nature is to pursue..."

Driven by self-interest, they may harm innocent people in the process.

"That's why the existence of the Navy is necessary." Mashiro smiled slightly, a sinister smile curving his lips. "However, the Sea Car Alliance I propose will be a completely new Sea Car Alliance, where the Navy will no longer be watchdogs, but will fight alongside the pirates to jointly maintain order in the ocean."

The so-called "pirate alliance" and "ocean empire" are complete lies. She has no interest in such illusory things, but they are very useful to the marines who are familiar with this world.

Tsuru remained silent for a moment, seemingly pondering Mashiro's words. Seeing this, Mashiro continued to guide her thinking: "Imagine what the future ocean kingdom will be like. The kingdoms of the four seas will unite to form a new ruling system, and the navy, as part of this kingdom, will be responsible for protecting every corner and ensuring the safety of every person."

"Such an ideal sounds wonderful, but reality is often cruel." Crane shook his head. "Human nature is selfish, and the law of the strong ruling will always exist. Do you think pirates would willingly give up their own interests to protect the safety of others?"

"This is exactly what I want to change." A determined light shone in Mashiro's eyes. "I will give them a new belief, so that they will understand that true power lies in unity and cooperation, not in fighting alone. Pirates will no longer fight for their own selfish interests, but for a higher goal."

Tsuru sensed Mashiro's strong determination, and her heart wavered slightly. She recalled her days in the Navy, witnessing countless innocent people sacrificed for so-called "justice".

Mashiro's theory seemed to open a new window for her, allowing her to see a different future.

"If there is no World Government, how can we prevent the emergence of new tyranny?" Tsuru asked again, trying to find a loophole in Mashiro's theory.

"That's exactly why I need you." Mashiro's voice was deep and powerful. "You've served in the Navy for many years, and you know its workings and its loopholes intimately. I need you to help me build a truly people-centered navy, one that oversees and checks those in power."

A thoughtful look flashed in Tsuru's eyes as she weighed the opportunities and risks offered by Mashiro. Finally, she slowly said, "If I choose to support you, what will become of the Navy's future?"