NABC Chapter 555: All choices are made to maximize profits.
Chapter 555: All choices are made to maximize profits.
"I cannot save Wano Country."
Ugh?
In that instant, Hiyori felt as if her thoughts had been read.
Suddenly, Ah Long looked at her.
"The only help I can provide is to find a way to remove Orochi from power and defeat Kaido. As for anything more, that's beyond my capabilities. In fact, these are things that shouldn't be my responsibility."
"In other words, I can only stop the country from falling further, but I cannot guarantee that it can return to its former state. After all, a country needs governance, and that cannot be done by force alone."
"That's enough. If only..."
“Calm down a bit, Hiyori. After all, you’re not like this idiot who calls himself Oden…”
Yamato: "...I can hear you."
However, Roman simply stuffed a bite of dessert into Yamato's mouth to shut him up.
"Although it's a bit early to say, I'd like to ask, if we succeed, what are your plans?"
This question clearly stumped Hiyori.
How to do?
She hadn't thought about that question.
Of course she wanted to restore the country of Wano.
She also wanted to drive Kaido away.
But what happens after that?
With Orochi and Kaido gone, will Wano Country be able to return to normal?
No, of course not.
There is a high probability that new disputes will arise.
Orochi was able to seize power, and besides Kaido, he naturally also gained the support of other nobles.
If the great serpent falls, then there will be a new group of people who covet power.
Before the true winner is decided, still...
"It seems you understand what I mean, so I want to ask what you're going to do after all this is over. What are your thoughts?"
Roman said seriously.
"I am, after all, a stranger in this land, and I cannot protect this place forever. Wano Country needs a new, suitable master, doesn't it?"
"And you are qualified. You shouldn't be hoping she'll take the position. Forgive my bluntness, but it might lead to the destruction of the country. To be honest, it might be better to let Orochi take the position than to let her take it."
Roman glanced at Yamato beside him and said sincerely.
Kaido, on the other hand, is determined to have Yamato inherit the position of shogun.
However, this is purely a joke.
Controlling a pirate crew and governing a country are worlds apart.
When it comes to governing a country, I'm afraid he knows absolutely nothing.
Not to mention Yamato, I reckon Kaido would be the same.
It's definitely a complete mess.
Thinking this, Roman glanced at Yamato several more times.
Yamato: "...I can see that too."
However, Roman silenced her with a cup of hot tea.
"Ah. I understand what you mean, but that's my brother's seat."
Wano Country is not without female generals.
Women of the Kozuki clan can also succeed to the throne.
There have been several female generals in history.
Of course, Hiyori is also an option.
However, women are in the order of succession after men.
Momonosuke Kozuki is a male heir and older than Hiyori, so legally he is indeed more qualified to succeed Hiyori.
With Momonosuke still alive, it's indeed not Hiyori's turn to succeed him.
However, this is on the premise that Momonosuke can appear in the public eye.
But that guy is still traveling through time.
It will take several more years for it to appear.
And even if he came back earlier.
He's just a child now.
They are not mentally mature.
We can't possibly wait for him to return indefinitely during this period.
If we disregard Momonosuke, Hiyori would be an excellent choice.
The greatest asset of the Kozuki clan is the support of the people.
Regardless, their clan has done a pretty good job.
Moreover, they have ruled this area for over 800 years.
As long as you dare to think and dare to act.
Roman himself could even fuel the flames.
So, it's not actually that difficult for Hiyori to ascend to the throne.
But that depends on what she thinks.
After all, being the ruler of a country is not an easy task.
Even with Momonosuke around, Hiyori was not considered a successor.
Of course, Roman also preferred Hiyori to succeed him.
Although, she carried out the plan for her own benefit.
However, she could indeed indirectly save Wano Country.
Then you must accept my gratitude.
Roman was naturally happy to accept.
After all, there are still very important things in Wano Country.
The world is impermanent.
Perhaps I will need Wano Country's help in the future.
So it's not unreasonable to leave a favor first and have them repay it later.
So, should the object of my gratitude be the general's sister or the general himself? Do I still need to hesitate?
Isn't this obvious?
Everything is for the sake of greater profits.
In a limited selection, choosing what's better for yourself is the way to maximize your benefits, isn't it?