119. Only Eternal Benefits! Al Vs Whitebeard!
Above Marineford.
When the two Conqueror's Haki clashed, emitting intense pressure.
A surge of black lightning crackled at the point of impact, accompanied by a mighty gust of wind that swept through the area!
On the battlefield, Marines and pirates alike struggled to withstand it.
In an instant, many were knocked to the ground by the sheer force!
The veteran fighters, upon feeling the Conqueror's Haki rivaling that of Whitebeard, turned their attention to Al.
"How can this newcomer possess such potent Conqueror's Haki?"
The captains of the various divisions of the Whitebeard Pirates fell into silence.
Shanks' red brows furrowed tightly, his gaze on Al becoming more intense.
Kaido, hovering above, seemed to recall something, his eyes fixed on Al with a fanatical gleam.
Bullet, locked in combat with Zephyr, sensed the formidable Conqueror's Haki. A smirk played on the corners of his mouth as he remarked, "As expected of the leader of a bunch of monsters, this is getting interesting!"
Kong frowned slightly, a hint of fear creeping into his eyes as he watched Al.
From their debut in the East Blue to now, these rookies have been sailing for less than half a year!
Their rapid progress is staggering. If given more time...
Kong couldn't help but gasp at the thought.
The urge to eliminate the Al Pirates intensified within him.
"If only I had acted decisively and taken them out in the East Blue..."
Sengoku clenched his fists, feeling frustrated.
Since Nami stepped into the spotlight, this regret has haunted him constantly!
Sabaody Archipelago.
Eustass Kid's expression was grim.
They set sail around the same time as the Al Pirates, yet the Al Pirates are now battling the world's mightiest.
And what about them?
Their encounter with the Celestial Dragons led to a clash with an Admiral, leaving them battered and no chance for payback.
"Damn...those monsters!"
Eustass Kid gritted his teeth, fists clenched, a nameless anger simmering within.
Beside him, the other supernovas, part of the so-called Worst Generation, shared his frustration, fists clenched tight with reluctance.
Why such a vast disparity, despite being supernovas?
"These monsters... really pack a punch!"
Capone Bege took a drag from his cigarette, feeling like a whirlwind of emotions had been unleashed, leaving a bitter taste in his mouth.
Gazing at the figure dominating the battlefield, the world seemed to hold its breath.
The most enigmatic player in this conflict had finally emerged! And facing off against him was none other than Whitebeard, hailed as the strongest man alive?!
Many questioned: just how formidable is the captain of the Al Pirates, leader of these monstrous beings?
No one had an answer.
"Why are they both just standing there? Waiting for the other to make the first move?"
"What's with the black lightning in the sky? Have they started fighting?"
"Are you dumb? They haven't moved at all. How could they be fighting?"
"Then what are they doing, just staring at each other?"
"You're clueless. People don't stare when they fight, you know?"
"It looks like... it's about to..."
"Kick off!"
Observing the two figures seemingly frozen on the battlefield, confusion gripped the world.
No one could decipher their actions.
Most spectators couldn't grasp the essence of this battle. They simply assumed the black lightning indicated a clash had begun!
The specifics of what's happening may only be understood by a select few, particularly those with great strength.
You see, Conqueror's Haki is quite rare in this world, and those who possess it are among the finest.
How could the clash between these top-tier powerhouses be comprehensible to ordinary folks?
Even the seasoned sailors and pirates on the battlefield struggled to withstand the impact of their Conqueror's Haki!
"You've got some skills, kid. But if that's all you've got, I suggest you hand over Teach sooner rather than later!"
"And if I lose my temper and send you to the ocean floor, don't come crying to me!"
Facing Whitebeard's threats and sarcasm, Al couldn't help but feel a twinge of annoyance.
An old man plagued by disease dares to spout nonsense here?
In the past, when Al's strength wasn't what it is now, he might have hesitated.
But now, afraid of you?
Forget about the crew's strength, Al alone has risen to the pinnacle of the world!
"Old man, you trying to lecture me?"
"You itching to die, kid?"
"Who lives and who dies isn't set in stone, old timer."
Whitebeard fixed Al with a cold gaze, murder glinting in his eyes.
At that moment, Al crossed his arms, locking eyes with Whitebeard, his expression cold and devoid of emotion.
Flanking Al, Oto and Kogarashi hovered on either side, poised for action.
As the two faced off, a slight smile tugged at the corner of Al's lips.
"Nami, leave the Marines alone. Our target has shifted."
With Al's words, several fighters from the battlefield began to regroup at his side.
On the execution platform, Sengoku caught sight of the smile playing on Al's lips and seemed to grasp something.
To put it plainly, this war stemmed from Ace's public execution, with various factions joining the fray.
But at its core, it's about the Whitebeard Pirates rescuing Ace!
For Red the Aloof, Bullet, Kaido, Shanks, and the Al Pirates, they each have their own motives for being here.
Expecting them to fight for Whitebeard?
That's a joke!
If it weren't for the unique circumstances, who would have attacked the Marines? Whitebeard merely seized an opportunity to save Ace.
It's not about loyalty to Whitebeard; it's all about past alliances.
Except, of course, Kaido.
His intention in coming here is clear: to escalate this war into something massive.
Sengoku gazed at Al intently, pondered for a moment, then declared, "Everyone, focus on the Whitebeard Pirates. Keep them in Marineford at all costs!"
Kong didn't object to Sengoku's directive, essentially agreeing with it.
Compared to the formidable Al Pirates, dealing with the Whitebeard Pirates seemed more manageable.
Bullet also sensed the shift in dynamics and quickly retreated from the fight.
He hadn't come here to engage with the Marines intentionally, and now that Marine's attention was solely on Whitebeard, his priorities shifted.
What does it matter to him?
He'll just watch the spectacle unfold, conserving his strength.
Waiting for both the Whitebeard Pirates and Marines to exhaust each other could be a prime opportunity for him to swoop in and reap the benefits.
Redfield didn't cease fighting because of the changing dynamics off the battlefield. He and Kong had personal grievances to settle.
This explains why Kaido didn't withdraw from the fray, surprising everyone.
It's because no one had bested him yet; he hadn't been beaten down and forced out, fueling his rage.
The current Kaido is consumed by a thirst for bloodshed. In the midst of battle, he'll take on anyone, be it Marine or pirate.
He even dashed off to spar with the Red-Haired twice and then tangled with Garp again. It's been quite the spectacle!
Dealing with Kaido left Sengoku feeling helpless and giving him a headache.
After pondering for a while, he dispatched Momousagi and Chaton to intervene, hoping to rein in Kaido and prevent him from causing further chaos on the battlefield.
Just from Al's words, the entire battlefield's dynamics underwent a seismic shift in an instant!
Apart from Garp, who stood watch over the execution platform, everyone else had their eyes fixed on Whitebeard.
Meanwhile, the stray dog was still being pinned down and pummeled by Robin. Despite the situation, no one had the time to rescue him.
Zephyr, Sengoku, Aokiji, Kizaru, Tsuru—the top five Marines—all focused their attention on Whitebeard.
The once chaotic battlefield fell silent in an instant!
"Kid, that's quite the scheme."
"But..."
"I'm Whitebeard!"
With a roar from Whitebeard, the very space seemed to fracture!
A surge of ultimate coercion surged forth, striking down the few individuals in front of Marine Headquarters!
Sengoku sneered, his fist surrounded by a slowly forming shockwave, before he unleashed it with full force!
A fierce mid-air collision ensued as Sengoku's attack met Whitebeard's!
The entire world was utterly stunned by the spectacle unfolding before them!
Can they really pull off something like this?
It's a clever move, striking with precision, and the captain of the Al Pirates seems to have it all figured out!
"Hey, everyone, look at that ship soaring in the sky. Are they all in cahoots?"
"Damn it, why is the Pirate Empress helping that guy gather supplies so intimately?"
"You're always focused on the weirdest things!"
"But I can't help but wonder why such a formidable Pirate Empress has taken on this role?"
"Hey, what are you staring at? Focus!"
The real question is why they're so composed in the midst of battle!!!
"Then there are all these monstrous characters down there!"
When the Red-Haired caught a whiff of the fragrance emanating from the Black Pearl, he momentarily paused in his tracks.
"What in the world are they up to?"
Above Marineford.
The Redfield was left dumbfounded when he witnessed Al and the others casually dining amidst the ferocious battlefield.
Al strode to the bow with a bottle of juice in hand, gazing at the besieged Whitebeard, and burst into laughter.
"Old man, what do you think of the grand present I've bestowed upon you?"
"Kid, if you're so eager to meet your end, then allow me to oblige!"
With Whitebeard setting his sights on Al, the Marines swiftly abandoned their attempt to restrain Whitebeard.
Instead, they redirected their focus towards the team captains.
In war, there are no permanent enemies, only enduring interests!
Moreover, interfering in a showdown between two powerhouses could provoke both Al and Whitebeard.
In that case, Marine would find itself at a disadvantage once more!
Al raised an eyebrow, his Conqueror's Haki enveloping Oto and Kogarashi as he aimed the sword tip at Whitebeard, a faint smile playing on his lips.
"Old man, if you're in such a hurry to meet your end..."
"Then let's dance!"
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