In terms of happiness, Dressrosa is far less than the comparison.
This is inevitable.
Since Doflamingo descended upon this island, this seemingly prosperous and bustling country has been shrouded in painful shadows.
Now, having finally survived the calamity, many citizens transformed into toys are just returning to their families.
Without the pressure of Celestial Gold, as long as we avoid getting caught up in frequent wars, life will gradually get better.
In addition.
Shano glanced at the side of the coffee table, where several heavy chests were piled up, which were the compensation of Celestial Gold sent by the World Government as promised.
The portion for Tokushima Island was handed over to King Liku long ago.
The old man has been going out early and returning late these days, distributing compensation from the World Government to the persecuted people with Kyros and others, exhausted.
And the remaining ones are all his, a total of three billion Bellies.
Considered as a reserve for operating and constructing the base camp in the future.
"Base camp..."
Shano looked at the sheepskin map again.
This vast New World has only seven or eight explored islands, and only three islands have become territory under his control.
Currently, the majority of the regions are still dark, enveloped in the fog of war, divided and occupied by the Four Emperors and some renowned Great Pirates.
Strong forces surround.
So...
Where should his base camp be established?
His gaze was profound.
Outside the window.
Dressrosa's night wind roared past, making the flag of the Endgame flutter in the moonlight, casting shadows that continuously stretched and changed.
Just like the sword embroidered on the flag, piercing inch by inch into the distant darkness...
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New World, Ten Thousand Nations Totto Land.
"Oh, Mama~ Mama~"
The sweet-sounding song echoed inside the Cake Castle.
BIGMOM was sitting on the throne, placing her massive belly on the long table, shoveling large bites of cream cake into her mouth, smiling more joyfully as she ate.
"Mama mama ma! It's truly delicious!"
She licked her fingers and looked down at several of her children, "Hey! Isn't the tea party only half a month away? Have all the invitations been sent out?"
"They've all been sent out, Mama."
The eldest daughter Charlotte Compote respectfully answered, "All major forces in the New World, kings of the Underworld, and representatives of the Hundred Beasts Pirates will attend as scheduled."
"Just representatives... What about that Kaido kid?" BIGMOM squinted her eyes, "Did he refuse me again!"
"Y-yes, Mama."
Compote's forehead dripped with cold sweat, "He's refused many times already, this time was no different."
"Humph! After all these years, still doesn't want to see me, ungrateful bastard!"
BIGMOM snorted coldly but quickly laughed again:
"Forget it! Let the old ones go, new ones come, fortunately, among the guests this time, there's still a heavyweight able to uphold the momentum of this tea party, mama mama ma!"
She turned her head to another child, "Thanks to you, Katakuri!"
Katakuri slightly bowed in response with a deep voice:
"For the family, Mama, it's what I should do."
"If only your brothers and sisters could be like you!"
BIGMOM nodded in satisfaction but with regret:
"Too bad that guy didn't fancy Smoothie, otherwise... Ten Thousand Nations would have another incredible warrior, a strength that might well sit first place in the New World!"
Smoothie was also present, leaning against a pillar, sipping red wine in boredom, her face stiffened at the words, turning away with a pout.
—Humph, that man, just didn't appreciate her; if she could beat him, she would've dragged him back to Ten Thousand Nations by force!
BIGMOM didn't notice Smoothie's expression; after pondering for a while, her eyes shifted, seemingly struck with a new idea.
"Hey, Katakuri! Issue an order! Double the scale of the tea party preparations! I want to show that nouveau riche brat what the true essence of a Four Emperors is!"
BIGMOM suddenly stood up, grinning and instructing:
"Additionally, have Garrett, Myukuru, and Purin come to the castle then, go interact more with that Shano; I can't believe out of so many beautiful daughters, none can make him enamored!"
Making Shano a son-in-law means the Charlotte Family can surpass the Hundred Beasts and Whitebeard to become the strongest pirate force.
This temptation is too great; even if the opportunity is slim, it must be attempted before the opposing power and ambition fully expand.
"Except for Purin, Mama."
Katakuri frowned slightly, "She's a bit too young; Lola is at home, I'll send her as a replacement..."
"Lola???? Lola are you kidding me!"
BIGMOM glared at him, "Don't joke around! Katakuri! How could someone like Shano be interested in someone like that!"
Why not?
Katakuri was puzzled; Lola's age was just right, and her personality is gentle and caring. What's unsuitable?
As for looks... He didn't have much judgment; in his eyes, all his sisters were the cutest.
"Yes, Mama! We'll arrange it, don't worry!"
The other children hurriedly stopped Katakuri, who was about to question, responding in unison.
BIGMOM sat back on her throne, grabbed a piece of cake, and mumbled indistinctly: "Shano, Shano oh... mama mama ma... don't let me down..."
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Meanwhile, throughout the New World.
The news of BIGMOM's upcoming tea party had already swept through the entire New World like a hurricane.