XX-level Hokage

It is precisely because he wants to rule the world that he does so many things.

Her goal is to reshape the power structure of this world, making it consistent with the ninja world. Only in this way can a perfect transition of ruling power be achieved when the two worlds merge.

Otherwise, she would have stormed the World Government long ago.

Chapter 173: The World Shakes

Mashiro stood atop the Dressrosa Palace, looking down at the island that had just witnessed an earth-shattering battle.

The air was still thick with the residual power of the gunpowder and the clash of domineering energy, and the waves in the harbor had not yet calmed down due to the battle.

Kaido's figure had already disappeared into the distant sky. Mashiro's eyes narrowed slightly, and a cold smile appeared on his lips, as if he had already anticipated that the battle would develop to this point.

She turned and went back into the palace, where the situation continued to unfold according to her plan.

Reshaping the world order is her ultimate goal, and now she has gradually gained control of the pirates' power. The Revolutionary Army's power will soon be in her hands as well. As for the Navy, she will directly brainwash Akainu and control the Navy through Akainu, Ozon, and Tsuru.

After that, these forces can be integrated to overthrow the world government and reshape the global order.

Just then, Sabo, Mori, and Crow from the Revolutionary Army arrived at high speed from afar. The three of them were breathing heavily, clearly having expended a lot of energy in the pursuit of Aokiji.

Upon entering the palace and seeing Mashiro, they tidied themselves up briefly and asked, "It's a pity that Aokiji managed to escape in the end."

The three of them were initially tracking Aokiji, but Kaido soon appeared and engaged in battle with Aokiji. Just as they were about to go to his aid, Shanks arrived, and there was no battle with Kaido. Aokiji used this opportunity to escape with the Marines.

Left with no other choice, the three of them had to bypass Kaido and Shanks's battle and continue their pursuit, but the distance was ultimately too great, and they returned empty-handed.

"It's nothing. Akainu and three admiral candidates are already in our hands. The Navy's strength has been severely weakened for the time being. Even if they want to retaliate..."

"We don't have enough power in a short time. As for Aokiji, although he escaped, he can't turn the tide alone," Mashiro said.

Upon hearing this, Sabo and the other two nodded.

"Sorcerer, where is Lord Dragon? Has he left?" Just then, Sabo looked around and asked.

Mashiro sat calmly in the main seat and replied casually, "Ryu had an urgent matter to attend to and has already left."

Upon hearing this, Sabo frowned slightly. Although Dragon's sudden departure puzzled him, he ultimately did not ask further questions due to his trust in Mashiro and the consideration of the Revolutionary Army's alliance with her.

Morrie and the raven exchanged a glance, choosing to accept this explanation.

“In that case, we will remain stationed here to assist you with the follow-up matters,” Sabo said calmly, his expression revealing a composed assessment of the situation.

Mashiro nodded slightly: "Very good. Your arrival will only help the Eastern Army and the Southern Army continue to handle the affairs of Dressrosa."

Sugar's Hobby-Hobby Fruit powers are beginning to wear off. We need to publicize the crimes of Doflamingo and the Donquixote Family among the people to further consolidate the revolution's gains.

At this moment, East Army Commander Bello Beatty and South Army Commander Lindbergh also arrived at the palace.

Bello Beatty's expression was serious, but her eyes gleamed with victory: "We have taken control of most of Dressrosa. After Sugar's powers were removed, the people who were turned into toys have all returned to human form."

The Don Quixote family's brutal rule over the years has been a testament to the people's will, and their hearts are quickly turning to us.

Lindbergh echoed, "We will continue to intensify our propaganda efforts to ensure that Doflamingo's remaining forces cannot recover. Moreover, with Kaido's battle serving as cover, the World Government and the Navy are temporarily unable to intervene in the situation here."

After hearing this, Mashiro nodded in satisfaction, then stood up, walked to the window, and looked out at the vast sea.

"Bello Beatty, Lindbergh, what you need to do next is take full control of Dressrosa and spread the seeds of revolution far and wide, not just to this island."

Meanwhile, intensify the pursuit of the Don Quixote family, giving them no chance to regroup. Belo Betty and Lindbergh immediately accepted the order, quickly leaving with their men to implement Mashiro's instructions. At the same time, a piece of news that shook the world began to spread rapidly through the World Economic Herald.

"The Shichibukai, Donquixote Doflamingo, was protected by the Navy and usurped power. The Pirate Alliance, in conjunction with the Revolutionary Army, liberated Dressrosa and captured Navy Admiral Akainu and three Admiral candidates: Fujitora, Green Bull, and Chaton."

This news was like a bombshell, quickly causing a sensation around the world.

The Navy's prestige suffered a huge blow, and even the World Government began to experience turmoil.

The council chamber of the Five Elders and the Celestial Dragons was filled with heated debate, and many high-ranking officials began to question the Navy's capabilities.

For a time, the Navy and the World Government's top brass faced unprecedented pressure, while the Revolutionary Army and Mashiro's reputation reached unprecedented heights.

Meanwhile, the Navy Headquarters was in chaos, and Fleet Admiral Sengoku had to temporarily take charge of the situation and urgently mobilize the remaining forces to prepare for a counterattack. However, Akainu's capture caused the morale of the entire Navy to plummet, and Sengoku faced enormous pressure.

After receiving this explosive news from Mashiro, Morgans, the president of World Economic Herald, did not hesitate to order the newspaper to be printed urgently, so that the news could spread quickly all over the world.

He knew full well that this storm was about to change the entire world order.

Mashiro sat on the main seat in the palace, her fingers lightly tapping the table, as if waiting for something.

Her plan has entered a critical stage. The capture of Akainu and three admiral candidates has weakened the Navy's power and put the World Government on the defensive.

At this very moment, on the central island of Whole Cake Island in the New World, Big Mom stood inside her Castle of Nations, gazing at the sea. She held a newspaper in her hand, its headline reporting on the Battle of Dressrosa.

"Hehehe... the Pirate Alliance and the Revolutionary Army... this woman, a sorcerer? She's got quite the ambition, Mommy." Big Mom's laughter was deep and cunning. "Looks like I need to prepare myself."

A dangerous glint flashed in her eyes.

Meanwhile, in Whitebeard's waters, Shanks' ship was sailing into the distance. He stood at the bow, pondering the battle that had just taken place in Dressrosa.

He knew that the woman known as the "sorcerer" was no ordinary person; she was far more cunning and dangerous than any opponent he had ever encountered.

"What exactly is her purpose?" Shanks muttered to himself, his gaze deep and complex. "In any case, we absolutely cannot allow the future war situation to become even more chaotic."

In the center of the sea, the Whitebeard Pirates are anchored on an island.

The white-bearded man, with an IV drip attached and a newspaper in his hand, tossed the newspaper onto the table beside him after a moment.

"What an interesting little fellow, just like Roger, always in a hurry. But that's what young people are all about, glug glug glug..." With that, Whitebeard picked up his huge goblet and drank it all in one gulp.

Chapter 174: Brainwashing (Part 1)

While the world was in turmoil, a vigorous liberation movement was underway in Dressrosa. Eastern Army Commander Bello Beatty and Southern Army Commander Lindbergh were operating within the city.

They carried Sugar to every corner, dispelling the powers of the Hobby-Hobby Fruit one by one, restoring the residents who had been turned into toys back to normal. With each person rescued, the entire city roared in anger; they finally understood what Doflamingo and his family had done to them over the years.

The atrocities committed.

Bellobetti stood on a high platform, raised a flag, and called on the people to resist oppression: "People of Dressrosa! You were once manipulated, but now you are free! The era of the Donquixote Family is over! No more tolerance for pirate rule, and no more fear of any power!"

Betty's speech sparked a wave of enthusiasm among the crowd, and more and more people joined the resistance.

The people who were once forced to submit have now taken up arms and joined in the reckoning with the Don Quixote family.

Lindbergh, meanwhile, led the Confederate army's technological forces to assist in restoring order to the city and began renovating and repairing damaged facilities. Meanwhile, on the other side...

Deep within the Dresden Palace's underground prison, a suffocating sense of oppression permeates the cold, damp air.

These are not ordinary prisoners, but the backbone of the Navy—Admiral Akainu Sakazuki and Revolutionary Army leader Monkey D. Dragon.

These two will play a crucial role in Mashiro's future plans. Mashiro took light and silent steps and slowly walked towards the cell where Akainu was imprisoned.

She was dressed in a black dress, the dark hem swaying gently with her steps, her eyes flashing with a cold and calm light. Mashiro first went to the cell where Akainu was being held.

Sakazuki... She stood outside the cell and softly uttered Akainu's name, her voice as cold and piercing as an ice blade cutting through the air.

Akainu was firmly chained to the wall, his body covered in battle scars, yet his face remained as fierce and unyielding as ever. He opened his eyes, his gaze piercing Mashiro like a knife.

"Mashiro, you parasite of this world... how dare you imprison me!" Akainu growled, his voice filled with anger and resentment.

He had always upheld "absolute justice" and never imagined he would one day fall to such a state. "A parasite?" Mashiro chuckled lightly, seemingly unconcerned about Akainu's accusation.

She slowly approached, stood before him, and looked down at the admiral, saying, "You're a pathetic fellow, Sakazuki. So-called justice is nothing but a tool the World Government uses to control pawns like you."

Akainu's eyes burned with rage. Despite being imprisoned, his imposing manner remained undiminished. "I don't need you to lecture me! No matter how you try to justify yourself, justice is justice! Everything I've done is to maintain world order!"

"World order?" Mashiro's lips curled into a mocking smile. "Is your so-called order just about letting the Celestial Dragons be high above, arbitrarily enslaving and exploiting innocent people? Is your so-called justice just a tool for those corrupt rulers to maintain their rule? Have you never thought that the Celestial Dragons are the real cancer in this world? Ask yourself honestly, am I more like an insect than the Celestial Dragons?"

Akainu's expression changed slightly. He too had doubted the World Government's rule and questioned the Celestial Dragons' status.

Despite his dissatisfaction with the Celestial Dragons' actions, he firmly believed that maintaining the existing order was the Navy's duty.

"Enough nonsense! The Celestial Dragons are descendants of the Twenty Kings, and they play an important role in maintaining the stability of the world. No matter what you say, you cannot shake my belief!" Akainu struggled to break free of his restraints, but the metallic clanging of the chains sounded utterly powerless.

Mashiro's gaze darkened, and her voice became cold and resolute: "Your so-called important role is nothing but a deception. The Twenty Kings are just an unverifiable legend."

The Celestial Dragons, for their own benefit, are willing to plunge the world into endless war and suffering.

And you are merely a knife in their hands, used to cut off all forces of resistance.

At this point, a flash of red light shot out from Mashiro's eyes, followed by an invisible force that instantly surged into Akainu's mind, like a sharp...

The sharp needle pierced his consciousness.

Akainu suddenly felt a severe headache, as if his head was about to split open.

"What...what did you do to me!" Akainu growled through gritted teeth, veins bulging on his forehead, his eyes flashing with extreme pain and rage.

"This is just one of my abilities, allowing you to confront the truth you've been avoiding." Mashiro's voice was deep and penetrating. "I will implant the essence of the world into your consciousness, so you can see for yourself just how ridiculous the justice you've been upholding really is."

With Mashiro's "thought implantation," Akainu's vision began to blur, as if he had entered another world.

He saw countless battlefields and countless bodies lying in disarray, all the result of the wars he waged in the name of "justice".

Then, he saw the extravagant and brutal rule of the Celestial Dragons, who disregarded the lives and deaths of ordinary people and even treated humans as toys and slaves.

Something deep within Akainu began to waver, but he continued to resist, still trying to uphold the absolute justice he believed in.

"Don't try to shake my resolve," he said through gritted teeth, but his tone was no longer as firm as before. Mashiro gave a cold laugh, knowing that his implanted will was beginning to take effect.

She intensified her psychological erosion, gradually tearing apart his long-held beliefs and forcing him to confront the truths he didn't want to see.

"Sakazuki, you know in your heart that the justice you've always followed has been corrupted beyond recognition by the World Government and the Celestial Dragons. You're just a tool for them now. When you're no longer useful, they'll abandon you without hesitation. What you wanted to protect is long gone."

Akainu's eyes gradually became unfocused, and images flashed through his mind one after another, challenging his beliefs.

He witnessed the war he himself had started, saw the innocent civilians caught in the crossfire, and saw the Celestial Dragons' brutal rule. He had never realized so clearly that his so-called "absolute justice" was nothing more than serving those corrupt rulers.

Mashiro's voice rang out once more, as if from the depths of his consciousness: "Now, you have a chance to redefine your justice. You can choose to follow me, break this corrupt world, overthrow the Celestial Dragons, and establish true order."

And I need someone like you to usher in a new era for me.

In this new era, you will be the Commander-in-Chief of the Navy, a true commander representing justice.

Akainu's eyes gradually regained a sliver of clarity. Although he was still struggling deep inside, he could no longer completely deny Mashiro's words.

His worldview began to crumble, and Mashiro's plan was to lead him towards a new kind of "justice." In the end, Akainu remained silent for a moment, a flicker of wavering crossing his eyes.

Chapter 175: Brainwashing (Part 2)

Akainu remained silent for a long time under Mashiro's "psychic implantation".

His heart was filled with intense struggle; his once unbreakable beliefs were crumbling, just as Shinji had foreseen. The corruption of the World Government and the atrocities of the Celestial Dragons weighed heavily on his mind like a huge, heavy stone.

Despite his relentless pursuit of "absolute justice," Akainu realized in that instant that he had been serving the very powerful and wealthy people he despised. He gritted his teeth, his anger still burning, but no longer with the intensity of before.

"What exactly does this new era you speak of look like?" Akainu asked hoarsely, his voice low and no longer filled with hostility. Mashiro gave a meaningful smile, as if she had already anticipated Akainu's question.

She gently waved her long dress in her hand, as if she had the whole situation under control, and slowly said: "Sakazuki, the world I want to create will not only have so-called justice. Just as shadow cannot exist without light, the world cannot only have justice without evil. I will preserve the existence of pirates, but their identities and nature will be completely different from the current chaotic situation."