The Strongest Lunarian in One Piece

Ten days passed in the blink of an eye.

Aside from the Flower Capital, regions such as Hakumai, Ringo, Udon, Kibi, and Kuri—indeed every town and village across Wano—were taken over one after another by the forces of Totto Land. Lords, nobles, and samurai who conspired or resisted were arrested and swiftly executed in public. The number of fallen heads and the blood-soaked executions shocked countless samurai and citizens alike.

However, the number of those who openly resisted was pitifully small. After the landlords and nobles who opposed Totto Land were executed, large quantities of grain were transported and distributed free of charge. Totto Land also announced the abolition of grain taxes and other exploitative levies. This display of generosity quickly transformed fear and trepidation into gratitude and joy among the populace.

Starving peasants, emaciated and barely clothed, wept as they received food, bowing their heads repeatedly in thanks.

"This is wonderful!"

"Unbelievable!!"

"It's a miracle!!"

"The 'Sun God' truly has been sent by the heavens to save us!!"

"The army of Totto Land has kept its promise not to harm the people and has even distributed free food—such a virtuous army has never been seen before in history!"

"Indeed! The detestable Kouzuki Clan deserved to be overthrown long ago!"

"I can't believe it—the seeds we just planted have already matured and can now be harvested!"

"It's not just here—I heard that in other villages, people witnessed a massive feathered serpent with golden horns flying overhead, bringing rain and a bountiful harvest!"

"My gods! Such incredible power!"

"El-sama truly is the embodiment of divinity!"

"Yes, he is our savior! Long live El-sama!!"

"Long live Totto Land!!!"

Within a mere ten to fifteen days, dark clouds gathered across towns and villages, lightning flashed, and rain poured down. As a colossal, awe-inspiring feathered serpent soared through the skies, crops like rice visibly grew, blossomed, and ripened in an instant. Miracle after miracle left the people of Wano dumbfounded. They revered El as a divine being, prostrating themselves in worship, filled with a mix of awe and devotion.

Observing that Totto Land's army refrained from harming civilians as long as there was no unrest—and instead maintained order, provided relief to struggling families, and offered free medical care to the impoverished—the populace gradually overcame its initial fear. Resistance melted away, replaced by genuine admiration for Totto Land. More and more people began to believe that El-sama was indeed a savior sent by the heavens. In the streets and alleys, citizens loudly sang his praises, and the elderly, women, and children once more wore smiles on their faces.

"El-sama," one of the commanders reported, "all the regions have now submitted to our rule. If any resistance remains, it can only be a few cowardly rats hiding in the shadows."

On Atlantis, inside a grand and opulent castle, in its luxurious hall, Shimotsuki Kouzaburou gazed at the towering, youthful figure before him with awe and reverence, his heart brimming with fervent admiration. He had personally witnessed one miracle after another and was thoroughly convinced of El-sama's greatness. Now, countless citizens of Wano regarded El as the "Sun God," worshiping him with the utmost devotion. The divine power El displayed—bringing rain to parched lands and causing crops to flourish—was nothing short of godlike.

"Very well," El said, "the governance of this territory will be entrusted to the officials sent by Tsuru. They will manage the region from now on. Those of you who are willing to remain for the time being can stay and oversee the troops stationed here. Once the situation stabilizes, you may return home."

Performing miracles was not without cost. Although it was well within his power, each miracle was still quite draining. Now that stability was returning, El no longer needed to intervene personally. He planned to visit from time to time and perform a miracle or two for drought-stricken or pest-infested areas if necessary.

"Understood!" Shimotsuki Kouzaburou nodded.

Although he longed to return to Totto Land to see his wife and children, Wano was still his homeland. He felt compelled to stay a little longer, ensuring order and spreading the new laws, preventing any misguided souls from stirring up further chaos or rebellion.

"Announce this immediately," El continued, "from today onward, the name 'Wano Country' is abolished. This island shall be officially renamed 'Fusang Island' and integrated as one of the major territories under Totto Land's rule."

El swirled a large goblet in his hand, the blue liquid inside catching the light. This drink, a variation of the renowned Elbaf absinthe Green Fairy, was created by Nef and sold by the Hell Trading Company under the name Blue Fairy. It had become a sensation across the seas, beloved by wealthy merchants, nobles, and royalty alike—a product that brought in mountains of gold daily.

Taking a light sip, El smiled faintly and spoke in a measured tone, "As for everything else, we'll proceed gradually. There's no need to force sweeping cultural reforms that might provoke resistance. A gentle guiding hand, along with the removal of unnecessary restrictions, will suffice for now."

"Understood—" Shimotsuki Kouzaburou agreed wholeheartedly.

Wano had long been isolated, its people deeply traditional and wary of outsiders. Even simply abolishing the name Wano and renaming it Fusang Island under Totto Land's jurisdiction was a drastic step for many to accept. Pushing for more extensive reforms could easily backfire.

What Kouzaburou did not know was that El's plans for Wano—or Fusang Island—were far-reaching and meticulously calculated. Totto Land's rapid development required a large pool of cheap labor, and an isolated, recently ravaged Wano offered precisely that. By granting minimal yet meaningful benefits, the people could be swayed to feel grateful and work tirelessly—like beasts of burden.

Of course, life under Totto Land's rule was indeed better than under the Kouzuki shogunate. At least anyone willing to put in the effort could fill their stomachs. But there was always a price to pay. After all, if you wanted the horse to run, you had to feed it hay. By comparison, it was already a considerable improvement.