118 Alliance

"Old hag, no need for pleasantries. Spit out what you want to say!" 

Golden Lion responded, showing no intention of standing up to greet Big Mom.

The two were once crewmates on the same ship.

He knows Big Mom very well from their time as crewmates, so he understands that her visit this time isn't for a friendly chat; she must have another purpose.

"Arrogant!"

Big Mom snorted coldly.

Being one of the Four Emperors pirates, her mere presence commands caution and fear from any force in the world.

Now that she saw Shiki arrogant attitude, she suddenly felt insulted by it.

"Jieehahahaha~"

"Are these your bunch of idiot sons? You dare to say that i was arrogant, aren't you afraid I'll throw them into the sea to feed the sea kings?" 

Shiki grinned.

The katana beneath his feet struck the ground heavily.

With a resounding clash, the sturdy ground instantly split apart, and the resulting cracks spread towards Big Mom.

He wasn't afraid of anyone else.

This confidence comes not only from his own strength but also from the formidable forces under his command. Furthermore, this was his territory, and he had the power to throw any of them into the sea if he wished.

If he didn't break into Marineford back then and get captured by them, the New World might have seen not just Four Emperors, but Five Emperors!

"Shiki, don't you dare to threaten me with my children!"

Big Mom stepped forward, lightly pressing her right foot on the ground, and the crack that had originally spread stopped instantly.

"If you want to talk, spill it. I ain't got time to waste with you" 

Golden Lion retorted with a cold snort.

After seeing Whitebeard new bounty, he couldn't wait.

He can't wait to put his plan into action immediately, making his name resonate across the seas once more. He wants the world to know that there's not just Whitebeard who can shock the world, but there also him, the Golden Lion Shiki

"Mamaa~Mamaa~"

"You have been hiding all this time, what plan do you want to accomplish?"

Big Mom grinned wildly: "But keep in mind that Newgate is about to dominate New World. Even if your plan succeeds, you won't be able to stand up against him."

"So I propose an alliance with you, as well as with Kaido, to defeat Newgate together!" 

She understood that the Big Mom Pirates weren't a match for the Whitebeard Pirates.

So when she encountered Golden Lion's crew, she came up with a plan

That's to form an alliance between Kaido and Golden Lion.

And fight against Whitebeard together!

With the three of them allied, Whitebeard's strength won't be enough to overcome three them, 'Big Mom' Charlotte Linlin, 'Beast' Kaido, and 'Golden Lion' Shiki!

"Jieehahahaha~"

"You want to form an alliance with me?"

Golden Lion burst into wild laughter: "Is this your own idea, or did Kaido put you up to it?"

"I haven't told Kaido about this."

"But Kaido owes me a great debt, and as Whitebeard strength continues to grow, he will undoubtedly see the value in forming an alliance with me!"

Big Mom is brimming with confidence.

If they don't form an alliance, their own forces surely wouldn't stand a chance against Whitebeard.

As Whitebeard grows stronger, the situation becomes difficult for the other Four Emperors.

If Kaido wants to maintain his status in New World, he can only join an alliance with them to eliminate Whitebeard.

"Then you must know, Whitebeard is my friend!" 

Golden Lion tone grew more serious.

He, Roger, and Newgate have been old rivals for many years.

There were many conflicts in the old days between them

But so what?

The friendship between him and Whitebeard  is still good.

After leaving Impel Down, he intentionally found Whitebeard to share a drink.

Now Big Mom is suggesting that they team up to deal on Whitebeard – is this some kind of joke?

"Mamaa~Mamaa~"

"You were friends, but also enemies for a lifetime!"

Big Mom laughed sinisterly

She is not a three-year-old child, she can't be easily fooled by a few random tricks.

Roger, Whitebeard, Golden Lion.

The relationship between the three is really good.

However, the three of them were both friends and enemies at the same time.

In the past, the three of them had engaged in several naval battles.

Today, Whitebeard is hailed king of the world.

So, whatever plan Golden Lion wants to execute, it won't be able to bypass Whitebeard in the end, they will ultimately have to fight

That's why she's here to collaborate with Golden Lion!

"Jieehahahaha~"

"Others might think you have a cruel temperament and like to act according to your mood, but little do they know – among the four of us, you're the most cunning!"

"Let's talk, how do you want to cooperate!"

The Golden Lion laughed.

Big Mom is correct

His plan is to rule the world.

Since his goal is to rule the world, there can't be two kings of the world.

So eventually, he will confront Whitebeard to determine who will reign over the world.

"Of course…."

The Big Mom just wanted to speak more

But the Den-Den Mushi carried by Perrospero next to her suddenly rang.

"Mama, it's Kaido calling."

Perrospero took out the Den-Den Mushi, a hint of surprise appeared  on his face.

"Kaido?"

Big Mom answered the call, connected directly, and then  heard Kaido's angry and impatient voice.

"Where are you right now, old hag!"

"Whitebeard wants to attack the Donquixote family. His goal is to disrupt my trade and establish dominance in the New World. I've heard that you've also made moves against Whitebeard Pirates. Let's join forces!"

After the words were spoken, a heavy silence enveloped the surroundings.

A joyful smile spread across Big Mom's face.

Just a moment ago, she was still thinking how to convince Kaido to join the alliance after talking to Golden Lion.

But she didn't expect Kaido to come forward on his own.

"Jieehahahaha~"

"It looks like nothing can stand in the way of our alliance!" 

Hearing this, Golden Lion laughed.

If it was just Big Mom and him, he would have hesitated.

After all, just by reading the newspaper, he could tell that the two of them together wouldn't be enough to match Whitebeard's strength.

But with the addition of Kaido, the situation changed instantly.

The combined strength of the three of them is enough to defeat Whitebeard.

Once he defeats Whitebeard, his most formidable enemy beside World Government, he can proceed with his plan to rule the world without any hindrance.

"Huh?"

"Why does this voice sound so familiar?"

Kaido's voice sounded.

"I agree with your alliance, and I am currently at Golden Lion place, so this alliance will be the alliance of our three parties!"

Big Mom declared with a triumphant tone.

"Golden Lion?

"Is that old bastard still not dead yet?"

Kaido was taken aback, but soon burst into laughter.

Although he doesn't know how Big Mom found Golden Lion, if he's joining the alliance too, there is nothing wrong with it.

With this in mind, he immediately suggested the idea of a meeting.

"Let's meet in the New World, and once we gather, we can discuss our strategy to defeat Whitebeard!"

Big Mom and Shiki looked at each other and completely sealing the alliance between them. 

And so, the war for world dominance officially began to take shape!

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TO BE CONTINUE

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