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The capital of flowers, the execution site.

The warriors and people of Wano Kuni were in tears at this moment. Their last hope had been extinguished. On the execution platform, Kaido, with a sip of wine, calmly inquired about Momonosuke's endurance.

Jhin, with the pocket watch in hand, reported the grim time, prompting a derisive remark from Kaido regarding Momonosuke's perceived weakness.

In an outburst of anguish, Yamato raised her tear-streaked face and lashed out at Kaido, denouncing him as a devil unworthy of judgment.

Unfazed, Kaido proceeded with his plans, decreeing the complete eradication of the Kozuki clan and the ascendance of the Beasts Pirates.

As Kaido departed, accompanied by the two big posters and Fei Liubao, the scene dissolved into despair. Kinemon and his fellow samurai, resigned to their fate, faced their executioners without fear.

In defiance, the red sheath warriors hurled curses at Kaido, vowing vengeance even in death.

With a chilling order from Zhen Da, the executioners carried out their grim task, ending the lives of the valiant warriors.

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Flower City, within a certain hotel.

Within the confines of a room, Basil Hawkins, bandaged and bedridden, awoke from his coma, greeted by the presence of the resilient Apu.

Acknowledging their precarious situation, Apu and Hawkins shared a moment of resignation, bound by their allegiance to Kaido.

Apu recounted the horrors of the final battle, resigned to their fate under Kaido's dominion.

Meanwhile, outside, the sounds of chaos and conflict pervaded the streets, signaling the ruthless purge of Orochi's remnants by the Beasts Pirates.

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Underground prison.

Yamato, defeated and despondent, was returned to her cell, her resolve unbroken despite her silence.

Amidst the tension, Kaido entered with his signature wine gourd, flanked by his loyal enforcers, Jhin and Quinn.

In a brazen display, Zoro challenged Kaido's authority, demanding answers about Kin'emon and the others.

Despite the provocation, Kaido extended an offer to Zoro, recognizing his strength and inviting him to join his ranks.

In response, Zoro defiantly demanded the release of their comrades and the departure of Kaido from Wano.

As tensions escalated, Kaido contemplated his next move, signaling the beginning of a fateful decision regarding the survivors.

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