Chapter 129

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Activating his Conqueror's Haki, Kaido's aura surged like a rampaging beast.

Just locking eyes with him made one's heart race and skin crawl. His face bore a domineering smile as he stood confidently on the deck, wielding his spiked kanabo, Hassaikai, while intently watching the three before him.

Zyhark's chest heaved as he rapidly adjusted his breathing, disrupted by the sheer intensity of Kaido's Haki.

Fortunately, his time spent around top-tier powerhouses like Shanks and Garp, coupled with his growth since setting sail, enabled him to withstand Kaido's overwhelming Conqueror's Haki.

In contrast, Aqua and King's breathing remained relatively steady.

Living in a world overrun by monsters, King, though an ordinary human, had witnessed numerous extreme situations. Facing four dragon-level monsters capable of destroying large cities didn't faze him. His immense heart strength was a crucial factor in resisting Kaido's Haki. He could be killed by a random pirate's sword, but not easily subdued by mere intimidation.

As for Aqua, being a goddess and having seen countless world changes, she was even less affected. Kaido's Haki was like an angry glare from an ordinary person to her—barely noticeable.

The only one who succumbed to the pressure was Meowth, who lay unconscious on the deck.

"Huh? Kaido, what's with this nonsense all of a sudden?" Aqua was the first to speak, displeased with Kaido's arrogance. "You want a noble and revered goddess like me to join your pirate crew as a subordinate?"

"What kind of joke is this? If you can't handle your drink, just pay your tab and jump off!"

Though they had a pleasant chat over drinks, Aqua wouldn't compromise on her principles and dignity. Her attitude was firm and unyielding as she outright refused Kaido's invitation.

After speaking her mind, Aqua suddenly remembered Zyhark's earlier warnings. She shivered, quickly covering her mouth. Despite the fear of Kaido, she found Zyhark's potential wrath more terrifying.

But to her surprise, Zyhark didn't react angrily. Instead, he silently walked past her.

"That's the situation. I'm sorry, Kaido, but your invitation…"

Standing in front of his comrades, Zyhark fearlessly looked up at the imposing Kaido, his eyes resolute and unwavering.

"We refuse!"

Uncharacteristically, Zyhark sided with the reckless goddess. Beyond the unique nature of their team and their secrets, he had his own reasons to never join the Beasts Pirates.

Once lost, one's spirit is hard to regain.

Cautious survival was his mantra, but caution didn't mean cowardice.

Since trouble had sought them out, he had no choice but to…

Fight back with all his might!

Kaido was immensely powerful, capable of crushing them easily. But surrendering without a fight was never an option!

Finally, the cautious man took a stand.

Aqua gazed at his fearless back, momentarily finding Zyhark unexpectedly handsome…

"Wororororo!"

Kaido laughed heartily, excited by the answer he'd been expecting. He found himself increasingly fond of this group.

However, fondness aside…

"So you've chosen to meet your end in this white sea, huh?"

Kaido's human form transformed into the massive azure dragon, soaring into the sky. His menacing maw aimed at the Endless Dream, gathering energy for a destructive blast.

"Bless me, Aqua!" Zyhark, now sparking with electricity, called out.

Facing an insurmountable opponent, he needed to be in peak condition, even beyond his limits.

"Got it!"

Aqua nodded firmly, waving her goddess staff to unleash a radiant glow upon Zyhark.

His overall strength skyrocketed, his aura intensifying visibly!

Even Kaido, in the midst of his attack, was momentarily taken aback.

In that brief pause, a tremendous bolt of lightning descended from the heavens, striking Kaido with divine fury!

Boom!

Caught off guard, Kaido was engulfed by the raging lightning, his massive dragon body bathed in the electric storm. The surrounding clouds scattered, and as the chaos subsided, the dragon remained unmoved, his eyes filled with curiosity.

"Lightning power? Are you a Devil Fruit user too?"

Unscathed, Kaido raised his head, scrutinizing the figure before him, standing midair on bolts of lightning.

Zyhark didn't respond, his expression grave as he maintained his focus.

"If you won't answer, I'll just have to test it myself."

Ignoring the silence, Kaido grinned and resumed gathering destructive energy in his mouth.

"Heat Breath!"

The high-energy beam cut through the sky, reaching Zyhark in an instant. The scorching heat and blinding light rushed at him, making him appear tiny and fragile.

Zyhark dispersed into streaks of blue lightning just before the beam hit, letting the heat breath pass through harmlessly. It struck the distant sea, creating a boiling mushroom cloud.

Waves surged, winds roared, and the Endless Dream rocked violently from the blast.

"The breath alone can cause this much destruction. Is this the power of an Emperor of the Sea?"

Aqua, clinging to the railing, stared at the distant explosion. Though not terrified, her eyes showed shock.

"This world is really dangerous…" King's face was filled with worry.

"Can Zyhark beat that guy?" Meowth, now revived by Aqua's healing magic, shared the concern.

As the others voiced their thoughts, the battle above continued fiercely.

As Kaido prepared another breath attack, Zyhark unleashed a more potent force.

Blue lightning converged into massive serpents, racing along the beam toward Kaido.

Boom!

Multiple lightning serpents exploded, encasing Kaido's dragon form in a dense electric net.

"A simple lightning attack can't significantly harm Kaido…"

Zyhark sighed, observing the unphased dragon within the lightning.

Kaido, wielding the Fish-Fish Fruit, Model: Azure Dragon, could command wind, fire, and lightning, giving him natural resistance.

Even the enhanced power of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit struggled to break through Kaido's nearly invincible defense at Zyhark's current level.

"Summoning and controlling lightning, transforming into it… You must have eaten the Rumble-Rumble Fruit."

Kaido, dispersing the lingering electricity with his powerful body, looked at Zyhark with interest.

As someone who had fought alongside Rocks D. Xebec, Kaido knew the Rumble-Rumble Fruit well—a rare power often linked to invincibility.

"A lucky gain. It's nothing compared to your Azure Dragon form."

While musing on strategies, Zyhark spoke.

"Worororo! After all, it was a gift from that old woman."

Kaido laughed, his dragon form twisting to unleash a barrage of wind blades.

"Destructive Wind!"

Countless crescent wind blades shot forth, forming an all-encompassing net of lethal slashes.

Zyhark's eyes glowed red as his enhanced Kenbunshoku Haki combined with invisible electric waves, creating a sensory field.

Within this field, his perception expanded, making the fast-moving blades appear slow, their trajectories clear.

Dodging swiftly, Zyhark weaved through the wind net, leaving a lightning afterimage in his wake!

The afterimage converged with Zyhark, just as a massive shadow loomed over him.

"Even with nearly invincible powers, don't forget—on these seas, Haki reigns supreme!"

While adhering to his mentor's philosophy, Kaido, now human-shaped again, raised his Hassaikai.

With cherry blossom petals swirling, the spiked kanabo glowed with advanced Armament Haki.

Before Zyhark's senses could fully react, the massive weapon struck with comet-like force!

Feeling the sharp wind first, Zyhark quickly drew his swords, crossing them defensively.

Boom!

The kanabo collided with the blades, the overwhelming force reverberating through Zyhark. The sheer might far exceeded any previous foe, sending him flying thousands of meters, breaking through layers of clouds!

Electricity erupted around Zyhark as he stabilized himself mid-air.

"Good thing my Kenbunshoku Haki is greatly enhanced by the Rumble-Rumble Fruit. Otherwise, I couldn't have withstood that attack…"

Zyhark turned into lightning, racing towards a distant island.

Kaido, eager for battle, followed as a dragon, chasing the electric trail.

The arrogant emperor now sought to break his opponent's will through sheer force!

Zyhark, reaching the desolate island first, analyzed his foe.

Exceptional resistance to lightning, an almost indestructible body, incredible speed, and peerless Haki…

A virtually flawless fighter!

Against such a monster, the only option seemed to be fleeing at lightning speed.

But abandoning the fight would leave his comrades on the Endless Dream defenseless against Kaido.

Thus, despite the odds, Zyhark stood firm.

Even he had things worth protecting!

Boom!

Kaido landed, transforming back into human form, standing amidst the dust like a demon king.

"Is this your chosen grave? Not a bad place."

Kaido smirked mockingly.

Their brief clash gave him a good sense of Zyhark's strength.

Though his fruit powers were formidable, his overall strength and Haki were limited, unable to inflict serious harm on Kaido.

The natural power dynamic ensured Kaido's dominance.

Despite the inevitable victory, Kaido admired Zyhark's combat prowess, fueling his desire to recruit him.

With such potential, the Beasts Pirates would grow even stronger, potentially surpassing other Emperors and claiming unrivaled dominance.

Thus…

Kaido's eyes burned with intensity as his Conqueror's Haki surged, dark red lightning engulfing the entire island.

He decided to unleash his full strength to completely subdue the tenacious restaurant owner!

(End of Chapter)