Chapter 140 : Conqueror Haki?

Marine Headquarters!

Amidst the widespread reactions, the atmosphere here crackled with the highest level of excitement. Crocodile casually puffed on a cigar, his expression deadpan as he scrutinized Doflamingo.

"Are you already dead?"

Upon hearing these words from Doflamingo, his initially grim face suddenly contorted with frustration.

"Am I really dead?"

After muttering this, he glanced at the sky with a sigh.

Muttering to himself, "Law, this kid, I haven't seen him in so many years, and it seems he's mastered the abilities of the Ope-Ope no Mi quite well."

"He can pull off so many incredible tricks, but..."

"Just attempting to finish me off with this..."

"Is insufficient!"

As a concerned individual, no one understood Doflamingo better than himself.

A shattered heart—so what?

But don't forget the Devil Fruit powers he possesses...

Just as the perplexed audience listened to Doflamingo's words, the sky projection resumed.

"[Law and Luffy are drained.]"

"[Yet, as they gaze at each other, a smile graces their faces.]"

"[Because the current adversary has finally been utterly defeated...]"

"At the same time, the entire population of Dressrosa witnesses this through Violet's ability."

"The moment they see Doflamingo fell..."

"The crowd erupts into thunderous cheers!"

"Many are moved to tears because of this."

"Doflamingo has finally been toppled!"

"However..."

"Just when everyone is jubilant, believing it's all over..."

"A horrifying scene unfolds!"

"Doflamingo, confirmed to have his heart shattered by Law, lies in a pool of blood, yet he rises..."

"At this instant, all the viewers watching the live broadcast screen... are utterly dumbfounded!"

"How is this possible!"

"He... Is he not dead!?"

"Remember, Doflamingo was pierced in the heart by Law's gamma sword, annihilating everything inside his body..."

"He isn't dead? Does he possess an immortal body!?"

Facing the audience's skepticism, the next moment...

The live broadcast screen flickers to life once more, providing everyone with the answer!

[Doflamingo rose once more, a sight that sent shockwaves through both Luffy and Law!]

[Even Violet and all the inhabitants of Dressrosa were left dumbfounded...]

[They couldn't fathom the reason behind it... How could he be alive!?]

[Law, naturally, was the most astonished. As the one who thrust the gamma sword into Doflamingo's body, he understood the severity of the damage he had inflicted!]

[Under the effects of the Gamma sword, his heart should have long ceased to function!]

[Countless internal organs within his body had been shattered!]

[In such a state, his survival and rise to his feet were incomprehensible...]

[Could he be... not human!?]

[At this moment, Doflamingo wore a cruel and triumphant smile on his face.]

[Highly conspicuous, he reveled in Law's stunned expression!]

[In their elated state, they could address the confusion...]

["I must admit, Law, your ability has left an impression on me..."]

["Under your assault, my body is in shambles!"]

["If it were someone else, they might genuinely be dead, but unfortunately for you, you encountered me!"]

["I have pushed the String Fruit ability to its limits!"]

["Given enough time, I can mend shattered internal organs with the String Fruit!"]

["Your last chance to kill me has vanished, and now..."]

["It's my turn!"]

Hearing Doflamingo's words in the scene, not only did the global audience gasp in astonishment, but the dignitaries of numerous factions were equally flabbergasted. Stitching up broken internal organs with Strings?

This ability was nothing short of miraculous!

In the Devil Fruit encyclopedia, the String Fruit was considered commonplace, even mundane. However, nobody anticipated its extraordinary potential when wielded by Doflamingo.

Not only did it boast a devastating weapon like the birdcage, but it also possessed the capability to self-treat and repair internal organs. Truly, it justified the maxim of developing the String Fruit to its absolute extreme!

Observing this revelation, whether it was Whitebeard, Shanks, Big Mom, Kaido, or others, none of them could suppress a sigh.

Indeed, there were no truly worthless fruits in this world, only those yet to be fully explored...

Yet, simultaneously, Whitebeard and Shanks harbored concerns for Luffy once again.

The window of opportunity they had striven to create failed to vanquish Doflamingo.

So, what would happen next? Was there still a genuine chance?

Just as everyone was eager for the ensuing scenes, poised to witness the unfolding drama at the earliest possible moment, a surprising interruption occurred!

[Prize quiz, now underway!]

[Select the correct answer for a reward, to be distributed upon completion of the list!]

[Time to choose... One minute!]

[In the upcoming battle, what is the likely outcome?]

[1: Law utilizes his old technique, employs the gamma sword once more, and collaboratively with Luffy, conclusively defeats Doflamingo! ]]

[2: Doflamingo utterly overpowers and eliminates both Law and Luffy, resulting in the complete destruction of Dressrosa! ]]

[3: Luffy breaks free, vanquishes Doflamingo, and rescues the entirety of Dressrosa! ]]

[4: Doflamingo takes down Law, but the Straw Hats dismantle the birdcage and make their escape! ]]

As the sky became visible once more, numerous factions couldn't help but be in awe.

Indeed, the moment has finally arrived!

The previous rewards had already sparked intense desire in everyone's eyes! Even the mighty Four Emperors couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy!

Atonement for past misjudgments!

This time, the choice had to be made carefully to reap the rewards!

Within the Marine headquarters:

"The old man picks option 3!"

"Luffy will surely conquer the foe and safeguard the kingdom; I believe in him!"

Vice Admiral Garp wasted no time in making his selection!

After all, Luffy was his own grandson, and regardless of the circumstances, he would stand by him! However, among the others...

Almost all the members of the Seven Warlords chose option 4!

Even Aokiji and the Kizaru joined the majority, with only Admiral Akainu opting for option 2.

His wish was for Luffy's demise!

None present shared the same choice as Vice Admiral Garp.

Even Admiral Sengoku, who leaned towards Luffy prevailing, hesitated...

He knew all too well that the prime opportunity to defeat Doflamingo was when Law wielded the gamma sword!

A substantial part of the success lay in Doflamingo's lack of anticipation!

Having suffered a setback, he would not fall for the same trick again. Consequently, option 1 was scarcely feasible, and as for option 2...

Luffy wouldn't have met his end so easily; otherwise, why would this battle be ranked seventh?

That left only two viable options: 3 and 4.

After careful consideration, Admiral Sengoku still favored option 4.

Considering the ongoing developments in the battle, the likelihood of Luffy prevailing against Doflamingo seemed minimal!

Simultaneously, numerous formidable individuals made their choices following contemplation.

The majority sided with option 4!

Their reasoning closely aligned with the Warlords, deeming it the most probable outcome.

After all, even the gamma sword failed to dispatch Doflamingo, and with his capacity to recover from internal injuries, an alternative strategy seemed inconceivable.

Even figures as eminent as Whitebeard, Shanks, and even Dragon….

All selected option four !

Ace, who always unwaveringly believed that Luffy would emerge victorious, naturally chose Luffy to win!

But, behold... a twisted choice!

He opted for option 1!

Similar to Ace, the numerous companions of the Straw Hat Pirates also made option 1 their choice, excluding Sanji, Zoro, and Franky, who chose option 3.

[One minute has arrived! ]

[The quiz with prizes has concluded, and the live broadcast continues…]

[In the face of Doflamingo's explanation, Law lying on the ground was in utter despair.]

[He never anticipated that Doflamingo's strength had evolved compared to more than ten years ago…]

[It's actually becoming more formidable!]

[Can such a formidable foe truly be defeated?]

[Simultaneously, the resurrected Doflamingo couldn't help but speak, kicking Luffy in front of him fiercely!]

[Then, with determined steps, he approached Law, who couldn't move.]

["Law, allow me to personally send you on your way!"]

[Saying that, Doflamingo raised his foot, aiming it at Law's head…]

[If this kick connects, Law, currently extremely weakened, might truly be completely finished!]

[And in the face of such a dire situation, Law couldn't help but close his eyes in despair…]

[Doflamingo, brimming with strength, covered in Armanent Haki, forcefully stomped down!]

[However, at this very moment!]

[Luffy… has returned!]

[He extended a foot, blocking Doflamingo's foot deadly, preventing it from descending even a fraction more!]

[At this moment, Doflamingo was stunned…]

[But soon, an evil smile reappeared on his face!]

"Oh?"]

"Trying to save him?"]

["Then it depends on whether you have the qualifications…"]

[Doflamingo's foot exerted force, simultaneously releasing Conqueror Haki at this moment!]

[He not only intended to eliminate Law but also to completely overpower Luffy in terms of momentum!]

[However, what he didn't anticipate was…]

[Luffy's eyes widened, not only resisting the force on his feet but also emanating the same… Conqueror Haki!]

[The clash of the two overlord colors produced a dark red hue visible to the naked eye!]

[The formidable momentum swept across the entire sky at this moment!]

At this juncture, countless viewers were once again astonished…

Luffy actually possesses… Conqueror Haki!?

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