Chapter 128 : Pica!

Looking at the Garp, Sengoku, there were unkind glares from the three admirals, including Admiral Akainu.

Doflamingo, who had always been a nobody, couldn't help but feel a bit uneasy at this moment.

Doflamingo was well aware that, given his personality, he truly desired to eliminate Admiral Fujitora. However, doing so in the open…

Killing an admiral was a private matter, not something to be discussed openly.

Now, directly in front of the entire world, wasn't this courting trouble?

Facing the scrutinizing gazes of several top brass in the Marine, Doflamingo could only wave his hand with an embarrassed smile.

"Just kidding, it's all talk in the heat of the moment."

"I wouldn't really kill an admiral, right?"

"Besides, if such a thing were to happen in the future, it's not something I'm discussing now..."

Sengoku wore a stern expression and spoke slowly, "Whether you harbor such thoughts in your heart, you know best."

"But, Doflamingo, I warn you. If you dare to make a move against the Marine..."

"Don't talk about admirals; even if it's an ordinary Marine soldier, I have the authority to immediately report to the world government."

"Strip you of your Seven Warlords of the Sea status and promptly escort you to Impel Down!"

"Furthermore, your private dealings over the years... Once this matter is settled, I'll deal with you properly!"

Observing the imposing aura of the Sengoku, Crocodile and the other Seven Warlords watched with amusement.

They were almost worried that the situation wouldn't escalate enough.

Crocodile even took out a melon seed drink, prepared to enjoy the spectacle.

On the other hand, Doflamingo remained silent, though his eyes behind the sunglasses revealed his anger.

After all, this was the territory of the Marine, and causing trouble here might lead to dire consequences.

Simultaneously, his resentment towards Luffy and his crew grew. What were they doing in his territory?

The carefully laid-out plans that kept him concealed for years were now exposed, putting him in a tight spot.

Not only did the Sengoku target him, but it might also be connected to the senseless death of Fire Fist Ace on his turf.

Outside, Whitebeard might also be keeping an eye on him.

It was a mess, a predicament of his own making.

[The scene shifts back to Luffy...]

[Luffy, Law, and Zoro had just appeared, encountering numerous pirates and Doflamingo's underlings.]

[Even two executives from the Doflamingo Family crossed their paths.]

[Shaking them off proved difficult. As if that wasn't enough, a more formidable adversary emerged!]

[Fujitora, donned in the attire of a Marine admiral, made a slow approach.]

[His towering figure alone emitted a terrifying pressure...]

[Yet, faced with Fujitora, Luffy displayed no fear, even shouting at him,]

"Hey, blind guy, step aside! I'm going to take down Doflamingo!"

[Fujitora remained silent, unsheathing his sword in response...]

[In an instant, a formidable gravitational force descended!]

[Luffy sensed the impending danger through observation and quickly dodged towards the rear!]

[The spot where he had just stood was instantly pressed into a depression by the overwhelming gravity...]

[It was unimaginable; had Luffy not dodged, he would likely be immobilized now!]

[Fujitora's strength made Luffy and the others realize the power of the admiral in front of them!]

[Zoro, without hesitation, unsheathed his twin blades and charged forward!]

"Lion Song!"

[A powerful sword technique was unleashed...]

[However, Fujitora effortlessly blocked Zoro's attack...]

[Luffy also charged in, fists brimming with strength.]

"Rubber Pistol!"

[Under the immense gravitational force, Fujitora was finally pushed back...]

[However, it was only a momentary retreat!]

[In the very next instant, he summoned gravity once again, collapsing everything within a radius of hundreds of meters!]

[Under this overwhelming gravitational field...]

[Zoro and Luffy finally comprehended the terrifying nature of the general before them!]

[His strength surpassed even that of Doflamingo...]

[Much more formidable!!!]

The Red-Haired Pirates!

"Oh!"

"The future Admiral, Fujitora..."

"This strength is impressive!"

As one of the Four Emperors, Shanks possessed an extraordinary perception.

Despite the live broadcast's limited coverage of Fujitora's actions, Shanks easily discerned the strength of the adversary.

Even when facing Luffy and Zoro, Fujitora was not exerting his full power, yet the battle remained intense.

Benn Beckman remarked, "Well, his strength is comparable to the Kizaru and Aokiji."

Jesus Burgess inquired, "He has an ability; it seems he can manipulate gravity. What kind of Devil Fruit ability is this?"

Beckman pondered for a moment, expressing some uncertainty, "Controlling gravity is somewhat akin to the Paramecia line in the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia, the Paramecia type of Devil Fruit known as the Press-Press Fruit.'"

"The ability of this fruit allows the user to manipulate the strength and direction of gravity at will."

"It can even influence gravity at an altitude of tens of thousands of kilometers..."

"In summary, a potent Devil Fruit power!"

Upon hearing this, those around them were slightly surprised, acknowledging that the strength of someone who attains the rank of Admiral is undoubtedly remarkable. Shanks added, "Considering his blindness in both eyes, I'm curious about his Observation Haki."

"It must be formidable for him to pinpoint Luffy and the others' locations so easily."

"But..."

"Judging by his demeanor, it seems he's not entirely committed to enforcing the order to capture Luffy and his crew."

"Wasn't he supposed to aid Doflamingo?"

Even with Fujitora's power, if he had used his full strength from the beginning, Luffy and Zoro, despite their growth, would likely have been unable to contend.

However, despite the intense struggle, they remained unscathed.

Fujitora's behavior was perplexing...

Shanks and the Red-Haired Pirates couldn't decipher it, and only by observing the unfolding events could they grasp Fujitora's true intentions.

What exactly...

[While Luffy and Zoro continued their battle against Fujitora...]

[On the opposite side, Robin, Usopp, Sabo, and the others were making their way outside.]

[Behind them, a horde of bounty-hunting pirates pursued them relentlessly.]

[This group of individuals evoked annoyance in everyone...]

[However, Sabo couldn't tolerate it any longer. He and his companions had important tasks at hand, and trailing behind such a group was proving to be too much of an impediment!]

["Those who pursue and kill savior for the bounty don't deserve any sympathy!"] 

Sabo declared coldly before unleashing a fiery fist towards the rear!]

[In an instant, the group of miscreants was sent flying!]

[It dawned on them that the reason Sabo and the others hadn't resisted earlier wasn't out of fear but rather indifference!]

[Now, these individuals, bewildered by the bounty, understood that Sabo and the others possessed a formidable power beyond their reckoning!]

[Regrettably, it was too late, and one by one, these individuals fell to the ground, unconscious...]

Witnessing this scene, viewers from around the world erupted in applause! It was a long overdue reckoning!

This group of miscreants deserved to be dealt with a single punch!

Those blinded by greed failed to appreciate the concept of gratitude.

Chasing and harming those who once saved them, their demise was well-deserved!

The screen continued to unfold...

[Right at that moment!]

[Dressrosa began to violently tremble!]

[The ground, walls, and houses quivered...]

[It resembled an earthquake in its intensity!]

[This sudden upheaval captured everyone's attention.]

[Including Luffy, Zoro, Sabo, and Fujitora...]

[All eyes turned towards the source of the disturbance, and they were left utterly astounded...]

[In the not-so-distant vicinity, an enormous stone giant, towering at a staggering 790 people and dwarfing even the largest of giants, emerged!]

[Its colossal form was truly earth-shattering!]

[Countless towering structures and castles appeared as mere toys before it!]

[Its height surpassed even the clouds!]

[Merely gazing at it induced an almost suffocating sense of oppression, an unparalleled horror...]

[At this moment, the entire population of Dressrosa was paralyzed with fear!]

[Even Luffy and his companions were shocked to their cores, their expressions undergoing a drastic change!]

[The sheer size of this creature was beyond belief!]

The shockwaves extended to countless viewers worldwide. The scale of this entity was truly beyond comprehension!

The sheer mass of it could potentially level a city with a single punch. How would the Straw Hats confront such a monstrous adversary?

Not only the civilians but even prominent figures couldn't help but marvel at the enormity of this creature. It surpassed even Oz in its outrageous proportions...

While the strength remained unknown, the visual impact alone was incredibly potent!

[This stone giant is one of the Doflamingo family's top cadres!]

[Consuming the stone fruit made him Stone man... Pica!]

["Daring to defy Doflamingo, you shall all perish!"]

[Surprisingly, Pica's voice was in stark contrast to his rugged appearance, even sharper than a young girl's, eliciting laughter from Luffy and Zoro...]

[The oppressive aura from its size dissipated instantly!]

[Pica particularly loathed mockery of his voice, fueling his sudden rage!]

[Raising a fist larger than a meteorite, he brought it down towards Luffy and his companions...]

[At this moment, the formidable power was accompanied by an intense air pressure!]

[Should this punch connect, it was likely that a significant portion of Dressrosa would be obliterated.]

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