Chapter 108: Impersonating a Celestial Dragon!

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Noir unfolded the map, studying it carefully. Then, he glanced at the Rolviff, a sinister grin spreading across his face.

With a map and a Celestial Dragon's face, things might become much easier.

Noir crouched down. As Rolviff watched in horror, Noir reached out and touched his own face, transforming his features to perfectly mimic Rolviff.

Rolviff shrieked, "Why? Why can you turn into me?!"

Noir chuckled coldly. "Well, you're no longer of any use."

He pulled a small knife from his waist and swiftly slit Rolviff throat.

Rolviff died a senseless death at Noir's hands, his eyes wide with disbelief and a look of utter despair etched on his face.

Noir waited patiently on the ship until the Den Den Mushi in his pocket rang again.

Momomi's emotionless voice echoed through the receiver. "You've stalled long enough. Mary Geoise should be sending reinforcements soon."

Noir stretched his arms, a smile playing on his lips. "So, we can finally get serious?"

Momomi paused, then said, "It's time for the real fight to begin."

Noir hung up, reverted to his original appearance, and stepped out of the room.

The guards on deck, seeing a stranger emerge, raised their weapons in alarm. "Who are you?!"

Noir raised an eyebrow, extending a finger tauntingly towards the guards.

The Government guards couldn't tolerate such disrespect. With a shout, they opened fire.

On the other ships, the Revolutionary Army operatives, who had infiltrated the fleet, began their sabotage from within.

The Marines guarding the ships were caught off guard, but they were about to have their hands full.

One by one, coated ships burst from the depths of the ocean, the air echoing with deafening battle cries.

Ace, leading the charge from the Revolutionary Army's ship, leaped onto a Marine vessel and roared, "Fire Fist!"

A giant fist of orange flames tore through several Marine ships, sending the officers into a panic. "Fire Fist Ace!"

"All Marines, be on alert for pirates!"

The Marines grabbed their weapons and clashed with the advancing Revolutionary Army soldiers.

Sabo followed Ace onto the ship, his mastery of Busoshoku Haki and the Dragon Claw technique making him a force to be reckoned with. He tore through the enemy ranks like a hot knife through butter.

A Dragon's Breath shattered a ship, while Ace's devastating fire attacks caused others to capsize. The two brothers, reunited in battle, were as formidable as ever.

But when Ace tossed Devil Blade to Noir, the tide of the battle shifted once more.

Noir, wielding Devil Blade, radiated a sinister aura. Each swing of his blade sent out waves of sword energy that resembled vengeful spirits.

Marines struck by the sword energy felt as if they were possessed by Devils. Their pain intensified, their wounds bled uncontrollably, and some even hallucinated ghostly figures behind Noir.

Noir, utilizing his still-developing Shadow Movement technique, became an emotionless reaper of lives. Fear gripped the hearts of the Marines.

Cretin, joining Noir, asked in surprise, "Did you copy the Shadow-Shadow Fruit as well?"

Noir nodded. "I killed Moria and took it."

Cretin was speechless. Noir had killed a Warlord of the Sea?

Why hadn't she heard about this?

If she'd known about this ability, they might have altered their plan.

Lucci, sending another Marine flying with Rankyaku, addressed Noir. "The escort fleet is manageable, but the reinforcements will be a different story."

Noir nodded. "Blueno," he instructed, "help the Revolutionary Army secure the Heavenly Tribute. Take as much as you can."

"Yes, Captain!"

The Revolutionary Army, attacking from both within and without, had committed a significant portion of their resources to this operation. Even with skilled fighters, the escort fleet was overwhelmed.

The defenders of the Heavenly Tribute began to falter, their defenses crumbling under the relentless assault. The Revolutionary Army seized control of the ships.

But before they could catch their breath, scouts reported a large Marine fleet approaching.

They had secured most of the Heavenly Tribute, leaving only a small portion behind.

Noir, never one to leave valuables behind, turned to Ace. "Quick! Burn the ships! Don't leave anything."

Ace grinned. "Leave it to me!"

On the approaching Marine fleet, a white-haired but energetic old woman, Vice Admiral Tsuru, gazed at the scene with a worried expression.

A female Vice Admiral beside her offered words of comfort. "Don't worry, Vice Admiral Tsuru. We're still in time. We'll capture those despicable pirates."

Vice Admiral Tsuru, known as the "Great Staff Officer," rubbed her temples wearily. "I hope so. There have been far too many attempts to steal the Heavenly Tribute in recent years..."

The other Vice Admiral nodded in agreement. But before she could speak, a boisterous laugh interrupted her.

A gray-haired, powerfully built man, munching on a bag of senbei, grinned broadly.

"You worry too much, Tsuru. If the Heavenly Tribute gets stolen, so be it. It's just a toy for those Celestial Dragon brats."

Vice Admiral Tsuru glared at the man. "Garp! You weren't ordered to come. Don't bother me."

Garp, his face plastered with a cheeky grin, replied, "I'm just here to help you catch pirates, old friend."

Tsuru narrowed her eyes. "Fire Fist Ace is among the attackers. I've always suspected you might have something to do with him."

At those words, Garp whistled and wiped his brow, feigning ignorance. "Whaaat? Some... some... something... to do with him? You're imagining things!"

Tsuru deadpanned. "Your lies wouldn't even fool a dog."

The Marine fleet closed in on the Revolutionary Army's position. Smoke billowed from the sea, and the wreckage of numerous ships burned fiercely.

Garp shaded his eyes with his hand. "Ooh, they're quite efficient, aren't they?"

"This is no time for idle chatter!" Tsuru barked. "Prepare for battle! Don't let them escape!"

"Yes, ma'am!"

The Revolutionary Army soldiers retreated to their coated ships, preparing to flee.

Just as they were about to make their escape, Noir heard Ace's puzzled voice. "Is that the old geezer...?"

Noir's heart skipped a beat. He followed Ace's gaze.

An old man with a bag of senbei, picking his nose, his face a mirror image of Luffy's – it was definitely Garp!

A true powerhouse!

Garp's Haki talent had been on Noir's target list for a long time.

It seemed escape wasn't an option now. He had to find a way to acquire Garp's talent. Fortune favored the bold...

After a moment of thought, Noir's eyes lit up. He pulled Lucci and Blueno aside and whispered his plan.

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The Revolutionary Army ships began to flee, pursued relentlessly by the Marine fleet.

Vice Admiral Tsuru, overseeing the operation from her ship, was approached by a Marine soldier.

"Report! Celestial Dragon Rolviff is alive! He requests our escort!"

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