Morgans, that blasted bird, I'm going to stew him in a pot first thing this morning! "
In the office, Sengoku was furious, with the three generals sitting below him, as well as high-ranking Navy officials like Vice Admiral Tsuru, Chief Instructor Zefa, and Vice Admiral Garp. Everyone's faces were grim, and even the usually relaxed Yellow Ape had lost his carefree attitude. He understood the implications of the news—this marked a new challenge for their Navy. The more famous the pirates became, the harder it would be to maintain peace.
This newspaper had already been distributed worldwide, and it caused a stir everywhere. Reactions ranged from excitement to fear, some blaming the Navy for allowing the pirates to grow so bold.
In **Windmill Village**, the locals were celebrating Shanks' new title as one of the Four Emperors.
"That guy, Shanks, has become one of the Four Emperors. He's really powerful now."
A joyful atmosphere filled the Magino Tavern as the villagers raised their glasses in honor of Shanks' newfound position.
"Come on, everyone, let's toast to Shanks becoming one of the Four Emperors!"
"Cheers!"
But the village chief wasn't so pleased. "How can you all celebrate pirates? They're nothing but criminals!"
"Hahaha, village chief, admit it—you're proud of him too!" A villager jokingly poured his wine into the chief's cup, despite his complaints.
Despite their celebration, the villagers couldn't escape the nagging feeling that, although they were proud of Shanks, they were still living in a world of pirates and danger.
**In the territory of the Hundred Beast Pirates**, Kaido's fury erupted when he saw the newspaper.
"What do those other pirates think they're doing, calling themselves Emperors? I'll show them who's truly on top!"
His anger made his wounds worse, the bandages soaked in blood as he gritted his teeth. It was evident that Kaido had lost his previous fight with Shanks, yet he still raged as though he had never been touched.
"I'm going to show those three who really rules this sea!" Kaido yelled, ready to take off and challenge anyone in his path.
Ember, one of his lieutenants, stopped him. "At least let your injuries heal before you do anything reckless, Kaido."
But Kaido wasn't listening, the alcohol already taking over as he poured more into his mouth, his frustrations turning into tears as he sobbed over his defeat at Shanks' hands.
Meanwhile, **Big Mom**, Charlotte Lingling, sat in her lair, visibly irritated by the news. Her experience with Shanks had taught her that he was no pushover, and the fact that he could stand alongside Kaido and Whitebeard in power was concerning.
However, she wasn't as worried about Shanks as she was about Whitebeard. The old man's strength, particularly his Shock Fruit, was terrifying. She would rather face Kaido and Shanks than go up against Whitebeard again.
And yet, even though she understood the strengths of the other emperors, she still couldn't shake the discomfort that the New World was becoming even more chaotic.
**In the waters of the Whitebeard Pirates**, aboard the Moby Dick, Marco, the team captain, held up the newspaper.
"Daddy, look at this! Morgans has called you one of the Four Emperors of the New World!"
Whitebeard only chuckled, clearly uninterested in the title.
"It's just a name. What matters is my strength. I don't need anyone's recognition."
The crew laughed, echoing their captain's confidence. They knew that Whitebeard didn't need some journalist to confirm what the world already knew—he was the strongest man alive.
**Shanks**, aboard his ship, the Red-Haired Pirates, felt a surge of excitement as he looked at the same newspaper.
"Four Emperors... it feels surreal, but it's a huge step forward for me," Shanks said, a smile playing on his lips. The title didn't make him complacent, though. His thoughts were already turning toward the next challenge.
"Are we going to challenge Whitebeard now, Chief?" one of his crewmates asked, excitement in his voice.
Shanks shook his head. "Not yet. I've fought Whitebeard a few times, and I know his strength. For now, we need to be patient. When the time comes, we'll challenge him, but we're not ready yet."
Though Shanks was certain they weren't far from that day, he knew the road ahead was filled with challenges. But with his crew by his side, he was more than ready to face whatever came next.