Chapter 389: The Man in the Sky
Brett heard extremely clearly—Zunesha had fallen into complete shock.
No wonder. After all, this concerned the great treasure Joy Boy had left behind.
The man called Joy Boy was Zunesha's master. He'd commanded Zunesha to walk the seas century after century. He'd ordered Zunesha to await a new savior's appearance.
But a problem had emerged.
Someone who found the great treasure appeared—but not the predicted person.
"...I see. Truly remarkable."
After brief shock, Zunesha's admiration sounded appropriately. "Every era never lacks men like you."
"Joy Boy awaited men like you."
Brett had expected disappointed words about awaiting the wrong person, the time for change not yet arrived.
"I've learned all the world's truths. So Zunesha, I know the mission you bear."
Brett said seriously. "That moment won't be far off. I hope you'll assist me when needed."
"Regarding Wano?"
Zunesha opened knowingly. "I understand. If it's to oppose that person, to create the world Joy Boy dreamed of—when the moment comes, summon me freely."
"Then I'm truly grateful!"
Brett's face showed a brilliant smile.
To open Wano's borders, Zunesha's power was essential.
Only he could destroy the walls encircling Wano—
Well, not absolutely necessary.
Though unable to trigger the Rumbling, with no hidden giants inside—for the current Brett, given enough patient time, it wasn't impossible.
Simple rock and earth remained too fragile before truly strong individuals.
"No need for courtesy."
Zunesha's voice carried amusement. "I've been awaiting men like you—who can complete Joy Boy's unfinished work, transform this world into what he dreamed."
"I shouldn't disappoint."
Brett chuckled softly.
"When the time feels right, summon us."
Zunesha said. "No matter which corner of the world, we'll definitely answer your call. We've waited far too long. We're eager to participate in the final battle."
"Us?"
Brett caught the keyword.
"Yes, us."
Zunesha's answer left Brett stunned. He said, "I have many companions scattered worldwide. We're all awaiting the promised moment's arrival."
"I see."
Brett instantly recalled the monsters hidden in the Florian Triangle. Were they among Zunesha's companions?
Joy Boy hadn't mentioned this in the information he'd left.
"That's wonderful!"
To oppose Lord Imu, naturally more forces were better.
"I hope you are the person Joy Boy awaited."
Zunesha said. "The kings are gradually maturing. It can only be this era."
He turned his head, continuing his steps.
Brett watched him depart.
He knew—Zunesha was waiting. Waiting for the final decisive battle moment.
He'd already waited eight hundred years.
Only after Zunesha gradually departed did Brett turn around.
Awaiting him was Tesoro's dumbfounded expression.
"Yes, I truly was speaking with Zunesha."
Brett said calmly. "You know, right? Zunesha is essential assistance for opening Wano's borders and extracting what lies beneath that nation."
Tesoro—his friend who'd accompanied Brett to Laugh Tale—naturally understood Zunesha's origins.
He was simply shocked that Brett could converse with Zunesha!
"Forget it."
Tesoro shook his head. "If it's you, even doing something extraordinary wouldn't feel strange."
This friend always gave people who knew him a feeling of omnipotence.
Thinking carefully—since meeting this guy, he'd never encountered setback. Always victory.
"However, is discussing these matters before this guy really okay?"
Tesoro glanced at Kaido lying behind.
This guy hadn't lost consciousness. He'd heard everything just now.
"Doesn't matter, does it?"
Brett felt extremely indifferent. "He has no opportunity to inform anyone of this news."
"Hahaha!"
Tesoro laughed heartily.
Quite arrogant indeed—completely not putting Kaido in his eyes, certain this guy couldn't stir up trouble afterward.
"Kaido? You? Nothing to say?" Tesoro asked with interest, smiling.
"Hmph."
Kaido snorted coldly. But ultimately he couldn't restrain himself from asking, "Brett, have you bastard truly reached Laugh Tale?"
"Whether you believe it or not, this is already unchangeable fact."
Brett smiled. "Unfortunately I'm not a pirate. Otherwise a new Pirate King would already exist."
"Damn bastard!"
Kaido gritted his teeth, cursing angrily.
Probably cursing Brett's wastefulness?
"Linlin's Road Poneglyph—when did you obtain it?"
Kaido asked, then froze slightly. He widened his eyes. "Don't tell me—Katakuri's rebellion was you bastard's doing?!"
Brett just smiled.
"Damn bastard!!"
All Kaido could do was curse. "Everyone played like fools by you, you bastard—quite proud, aren't you!"
"Pretty much."
Brett smiled.
"Hmph."
Kaido fell silent.
Brett could hear confusion in this man's heart.
His long-held goal had suddenly shattered. He'd become a prisoner. Even someone as mentally resolute as Kaido couldn't help feeling bewildered.
"Wait, Brett—"
Kaido suddenly spoke again. "What did you mean earlier about 'final war'?"
"It means the World Government hides a mastermind beyond everyone's imagination."
Brett could clearly hear Kaido's thoughts, so he didn't conceal anything, instead smiling as he spoke. "Only after defeating that person will this world truly welcome change."
Kaido remained silent.
Brett said nothing either, simply smiling.
Kaido-san seemed extremely anticipating this war.
After all, he'd originally schemed to wage the world's greatest war.
Brett returned to Fish-Man Island with Kaido and Tesoro.
At almost this same moment—Paradise, the Grand Line's first half, somewhere in the sky above a certain sea area.
At this high altitude no one could reach, many islands floated quietly.
"Jihahahaha! Both Linlin and Kaido—those two brats—fell?! Overthrown by their own children—how utterly pathetic!"
A man laughed uproariously.