To Yamato, her father Kaido is a complete idiot, someone who beats her for calling herself Oden, or lets her starve.
From Kaido's point of view, it's perfectly fine to treat his children like this. After all, he was shaped into a monster this way, step by step. But from Yamato's perspective, Kaido's behavior is simply too much.
This has directly led to the current situation of "father's kindness, son's filial piety." Though Yamato is indeed Kaido's daughter, he prefers to treat her as his son. He keeps her imprisoned, making her reflect constantly.
Since childhood, Yamato has always been rebellious and, somehow, became a fan of Kozuki Oden. She shouts every day that she is Oden, like some kind of lunatic. Kaido likely locked her up to avoid losing face.
But recently, Yamato's cries have quieted. The name "Kozuki Oden" that she constantly uttered has gradually changed to "Evan."
The reason? Her Oden notes had mysteriously turned into Evan's diary. Her focus shifted from Oden to this new figure. Yamato couldn't help but feel there was some deeper connection.
[The Wanokuni arc has received plenty of criticism, with many fans dissatisfied. Kozuki Oden is the core figure of this arc. Because of the choices he made, Wanokuni ended up in its current state.]
[He had a more appropriate way to solve everything, but he chose the most reckless and brash approach. From a warrior's perspective, he's unrivaled in bravery. But as a leader of Wanokuni, he's a complete failure.]
[Being "honorable" and "upright" in contrast to the dirty tactics of that snake Orochi? But because of his actions, the people of Wanokuni suffered.]
The diary updated, and Yamato's expression darkened.
"So, is Evan the reincarnation of Kozuki Oden?"
"Is this a critique of his past life's actions in his current one?"
"No, that can't be right. The diary clearly says Evan is from another world…" Yamato's mind raced, and she lay on the ground, frustrated.
"Damn it! I want to understand why this is happening!"
"Evan….. I must meet you!" Yamato clutched the diary, her thoughts tangled. The phrase "Fit to be a warrior, but not a monarch" echoed in her head, as if it had some kind of irresistible power. She tugged at her hair, struggling. All these years of life and faith, were shaken by a single sentence.
Kozuki Oden had been criticized, and she should have been angry about that. But upon closer reflection, she found the words somewhat reasonable.
"Who the hell is he? What does he know?"
"Anyway, if I get the chance, I have to meet him. Yes, I must set sail, I have to go!"
"Lady Yamato, Master Kaido wishes to see you," a woman named Black Maria called from outside the room.
"Alright, I'm coming." With a dark expression, Yamato donned her Prajna mask and picked up her mace. Inside, she had already made her decision.
Kaido, drinking as usual, frowned when he saw her.
"It seems you've almost finished your reflection, since you're no longer screaming that name." Kaido put down his wine gourd, somewhat surprised at the lack of hostility.
"Kaido, I'm going to Sea." Yamato declared, her expression hidden behind the mask.
"Oh? Do you think I'll allow it?" Kaido sneered, knowing well the rebellious nature of his child. Despite the recent calm, he was sure that strange thoughts were still brewing in her mind. If she left, she likely wouldn't return.
"Tsk, I'm going to see whether you allow it or not! Let's fight, Kaido!" Yamato removed her mask, revealing a determined look.
"Oh? Now this is getting interesting." Kaido narrowed his eyes. He released a pulse of Conqueror's Haki, and with the help of Observation Haki, gauged Yamato's reaction.
*BOOM*
Something about her had changed. Yamato now seemed completely different from before.
"Kaido!" Yamato roared, charging at him with her mace.
But how could her attack be effective against the Four Emperors? With a simple flick, Kaido knocked her down.
"Yamato, why do you keep showing me such disrespect? You don't even call me father anymore. Still, I must admit that you've grown stronger. I can feel your will and determination." Kaido looked at his own hands, a little perplexed.
Yamato, still lying on the ground, knew the reason for this change was the diary. Her name had been mentioned multiple times, and somehow, that had granted her some kind of allowance, even strengthening her body a little.
Currently, with what she has obtained thanks to Evan's Diary, she has reached the power of the strongest of the Tobiroppo Who's-Who but would be powerless against any of the calamities.
According to what she has heard, their Devil Fruits are not prehistoric zoan as she assumed but another type of fruit. She has heard that Queen seems to have a fruit related to the Plants to the point of having eyes and ears everywhere in Wano making the country a place without spies.,
Jack's devil fruit is apparently from a creature so large that it looks like a living mountain. Its strength is incomparable, capable of crushing ships and towns with its footsteps.
As for King, she only knows that it has to do with fire because she has never seen him transform, only a few have seen it and most are dead.
"Since you want to go to sea, then go." This time, Kaido surprisingly agreed.
He already understood—Yamato wasn't setting sail for Kozuki Oden anymore. The resolve in that recent attack was much stronger than before. Now that his child had "awoken," he might as well loosen his grip.
"But, I'll still place some restrictions on you."
"Black Maria, Ulti, make sure you keep an eye on her." Kaido grabbed his wine gourd and resumed drinking. Yamato, still weakened, slowly got to her feet.
"And every so often, you must report the situation. If something happens, return to Wano using "That." Understand?" Kaido said, wanting to make it clear that he wanted them to report any strange movements of his daughter and reminding them to use "That" to return to Wano.
"Hai Hai, Kaido-San, don't worry, we will take care of the princess~~," Ulti said. To which Black Maria gave her a look that made her shudder.
"I mean… Don't worry, Kaido-sama, we will protect the princess and try to avoid any problems," Ulti quickly corrected herself, not wanting Black Maria to hit her for being informal when talking to Kaido.
"Worororo, I hope so. And remember, Yamato, no matter what you plan to do, you are still my son." With that, Kaido turned his back, transformed into a dragon, and flew away from Them.
He suddenly felt a sense of relief. His child had finally grown up, no longer obsessed with Kozuki Oden. But if Kaido knew that Yamato was heading to sea to find a man named Evan, his good mood would vanish.
Yamato finally got her wish and was able to set sail.
"Kaido…..why are you doing this?" Yamato muttered, puzzled.
"Anyway, we'll go with you, Lady Yamato," Black Maria said. "If you're going to set sail, where exactly do you plan to go? You're planning to go to Alabasta, right?.. Fufu."
Although Black Maria talked about traveling together, it was clear that they were there to take care of her, preventing her from doing something reckless and causing trouble.
Yamato could have refused, but she wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to take a vacation and get away from paperwork for a while. Who knows, maybe she could meet the owner of the diary along the way.
Yamato took out her diary, and Black Maria looked at her curiously, unable to believe that Kaido's daughter had such a bad memory.
"Alabasta. Head towards Ara…" Yamato smiled, but that smile faded the next moment as she processed what Black Maria had said.
"Ehhhhh!!!.. Black Maria, do you also have the diary?" Yamato said, amazed. She thought she was the only one in Wano.
"Fufufu…Miss Yamato, you are not the only one who has a copy of the diary. I, Ulti, and even Oden's daughter also have access to the diary," Black Maria said, emphasizing the existence of more copies of the diary in the country.
"Although in Ulti's case, she didn't seem interested in the owner of the diary" Black Maria said, to which Ulti responded.
"Hmpf, of course I don't! I only have eyes for my dear Pay-Pay. If it weren't for that idiot Kaido, I would be with him," Ulti said, pouting at not being able to be close to her dear younger brother, who would obviously miss her.
In a certain part of Wano, a certain young man felt a weight lift off his shoulders when he found out that his sister would leave Wano. He couldn't help but mentally thank his Captain Kaido and that guy Evan who made Princess Yamato leave the country.
Who knows if he will be grateful to him when he sees his sister again.