## One Piece Chapter 197, pages 15-17: The Leaders - Chapter: 197 - Pages: 15-17 - Characters: Rebels, Kouza, Royal Guards, Vivi ### Summary Page 15: The rebel army is shown charging fiercely toward the palace, riding on horseback, camels, and running on foot. They roar, "THE KING IS RIGHT BEFORE US! I CAN SEE THE CLOCK TOWER! RAAHHH!" The massive force approaches the palace square, weapons drawn and ready for a final clash. "WE'RE ALMOST AT THE PALACE SQUARE! PREPARE FOR BATTLE! GET YOUR GUNS READY!" Suddenly, a rebel in the front lines looks up in surprise, his eyes wide as he notices something unexpected ahead. "WAIT! HUH!?" Page 16: Kouza stands atop a large stone structure at the base of the palace stairs, holding up a massive white flag that catches the wind. Behind him, the Royal Guards have also raised numerous white flags. The rebels halt their charge, staring in disbelief at the sight. "WHITE FLAGS!?" "THE ROYALISTS ARE WAVING WHITE FLAGS!" A rebel in the crowd recognizes the figure holding the largest flag. "KOUZA!?" Kouza stands tall and resolute, his face serious as he signals for the end of the conflict, hoping his men will understand. Page 17: Kouza shouts at the top of his lungs to the rebel army. "THE BATTLE IS OVER! Rebels! Lay down your arms and quell your rage! The Royalists no longer have any intent to fight!" The massive rebel army comes to a complete halt, the dust settling around them as they process his words. From a distance, Vivi watches the scene unfold, clutching her hands in prayer and whispering, "PLEASE STOP!" The rebels murmur among themselves, lowering their weapons. "Is it... Really true...?" "Kouza...!" Kouza looks out over the peaceful crowd, a sense of relief washing over him as he thinks to himself, "Yes... The war is finally-"