162 Golden Lion Attack

"Kaido, Golden Lion, Linlin, let's see if you're worthy of holding me back!" 

Whitebeard growled and punched the air once more, making the released vibration power even more terrifying.

Boom! 

A fierce explosion erupted.

The energy clash resulting from the collision of their attacks raged in toward the surrounding 

The explosion created a powerful gust of wind that sent the surrounding pirates flying.

Kaido and Big Mom fell back to the ground.

Golden Lion stood high in the sky, his golden hair fluttering by the wind

The three of them positioned themselves differently, forming a loose circle around Whitebeard.

"How can this old guy have such strength!"

Kaido looked impatient.

That blow earlier didn't use his full strength.

But the three of them are among the world's top powerhouses, even if they don't use their full strength, their combined attacks are extremely powerful.

But the result?

Useless!!!

Whitebeard just threw his fist casually.

It's enough to resist their combined attack.

But that's not the main issue.

The crucial thing is that Whitebeard's expression didn't change throughout the whole ordeal.

It seems that what he is facing is not the emperor who rules over the New World at all, but just some ordinary pirates!

That expression! 

Such unwavering confidence!

It made Kaido, Big Mom, and the Golden Lion inexplicably nervous!

"Jieehahahaa~"

"Newgate, you're incredibly strong. I have to admit that you are worthy of the title of King of the World!"

Golden Lion laughed wildly, but soon the words changed: "But being the King of the World won't come easy. I'll take that title from you today!"

With those words, he charged forward!

His long, golden hair fluttered in the wind, glistening like pure gold.

Just in the blink of an eye

Golden Lion rushed toward Whitebeard.

Before his flowing blonde hair could settle, the long sword on his right foot swung towards Whitebeard's head!

Zhhing~

The sound of a powerful rush through the air echoed.

The sound alone conveyed the sheer ferocity of this sword strike!

Under the rapid slash, the long sword was getting closer and closer to Whitebeard's head, and in the end it was less than twenty centimeters away.

A flicker of surprise appeared in the Golden Lion's eyes.

He hadn't thought his attack would cause any damage to Whitebeard, and he will defend the attack

But now, it appears to be working?

The sword drew nearer and nearer, coming within just ten centimeters of Whitebeard's head. The doubt in the Golden Lion's heart finally dissipated, and a smile broke across his face.

In his view, given the speed of his sword swing, no one could halt him within ten centimeters.

Even if Whitebeard had the title of the world strongest man, he couldn't do it!

But soon.

His smile froze, and an expression of surprise returned to his face.

Because.

There was no change in Whitebeard's attitude.

Whitebeard remained as calm as ever, as if he didn't even consider the sword attack a threat!

"Does Whitebeard have any trump cards?" 

Golden Lion thought silently and grew anxious.

Such thoughts lasted but a moment!

As the sword was about to slice Whitebeard's head, he raised his arm in the nick of time.

His Armament Haki surged, enveloping his entire arm.

"Jieehahahaa~"

"Newgate, are you delusional? You think you can use Armament Haki to withstand my attack!"

Golden Lion sneered.

He is a great swordsman, his strike was a full-force slash. As If it could be defended with just mere Armament Haki, there was no need for confusion.

When it came to enhancing his strength, he was relentless.

In his mind, he envisioned himself severing Whitebeard's arm with his sword strike.

The smile at the corner of his mouth also grew immeasurably wider!

Clang! 

The sound of metal colliding echoed.

Whitebeard's broad palm instantly seized the long sword on the Golden Lion's foot.

The intense swordlight raged, but it couldn't cut through Whitebeard's Armament Haki.

If Whitebeard only had Armament Haki, it wouldn't have been enough to block the Golden Lion's strike.

But let's not forget, 

Before the war, Whitebeard used his monster body card.

Now Whitebeard's physique completely surpasses Kaido and Big Mom, placing him in the category of monsters.

So, combined with Armament Haki, he's unafraid of the Golden Lion's slash!

Grab~

His large palm grasped the sword.

At the same time, his other fist clenched, and a cluster of vibrating light emerged.

"Guurarara~"

"Shiki, you're old and have long been unable to adapt to the current era. So, you'll forever remain in the past!" 

Whitebeard smiled serenely.

With these words, Whitebeard's arm tugged, dragging the Golden Lion's body and at the same time, his fist slammed towards the Golden Lion's torso.

Boom! 

A muffled sound resounded.

A tremendous shockwave erupted, resembling a raging wave.

Golden Lion, struck by the blow, had his eyes widen, and his mouth opened even wider in surprise with blood also coming between his teeth

With a scream, his body flew out like a cannonball.

Boom!

Golden Lion's body slammed into the side of the island's colossal skull, causing the exterior to crumble and sending thick smoke billowing out, shrouding the surroundings.

Initially, the remaining members of the pirate alliance were ready to chase after the Whitebeard Pirates.

But they all stopped in their tracks at that moment.

Turning their heads, they gazed at this strange scene, and a look of horror crept onto their faces.

"Admiral Golden Lion got blown away?"

"Is this a joke? First Governor Kaido, and now Admiral Golden Lion. The two captains were taken down one after the other. Just how powerful is Whitebeard?"

"The world's strongest man, is this the power of the King of the World?" 

The alliance pirates crew were filled with terror.

The first time is to repel Kaido.

Now, facing the combined assault of the three alliance captains, Whitebeard effortlessly sent Golden Lion Shiki flying!

This astonishing strength left everyone in awe!

"Golden Lion underestimated the old man, thinking he was still the same as before!" 

Marco smiled with ease from aboard the Moby Dick.

In the past, he would never have allowed his father to remain on the island alone.

But now it's different. After the Marineford Summit War and Festival Island War, he understands the immense power of his father. Even if Whitebeard stays alone on the island against the alliance, there's nothing to worry about.

"Haahaahaa~"

"These fools are so shocked. They're up against the King of the World. What's someone like the Golden Lion worth?"

Crocodile smirked disdainfully, finding this group of pirates quite pitiful .

"This is just the beginning. With Oyaji's strength, he is enough to fight against the three of them!"

Jinbei's face beamed with pride.

When the pirates on the island heard these words, the fear in their hearts intensified, and a sense of despair overwhelmed them.

"Ahem~" 

A cough interrupted.

As the smoke and dust cleared, the Golden Lion climb up from the pile of rocks.

Having been struck by Whitebeard, he no longer exuded the arrogance he had before but appeared embarrassed.

His hand was clutching his bruised belly, and there was even a trickle of blood at the corner of his mouth!

Golden Lion was injured! 

With a single punch, Whitebeard injured the overlord from the old era!

"What!?" 

Big Mom's face underwent a dramatic change.

First Kaido, and now Golden Lion!

With two powerful individuals being injured successively, she had to admit one thing.

That is, 

Whitebeard is too strong!

He has completely surpassed the level of emperors.

If they were to engage in one-on-one combat with him, no one present would stand as Whitebeard's equal!

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TO BE CONTINUE

Note: ah yes, there's some late realization from Big Mom.

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