Chapter 10 : Whitebeard Pirates vs Marines

In the world of the Hokage, the Kages of each village frowned simultaneously.

The man wielded such power in a single strike, a feat far beyond their wildest imaginings!

Meanwhile, in the world of One Punch Man, even the heroes of the Hero Association were taken aback.

Nonetheless, Tornado still retained her tsundere attitude, treating this minor wave as a trivial matter. It was a piece of cake for her.

In the world of the Shinigami, the commander-in-chief's eyes widened in astonishment.

Generating a tsunami of such magnitude, this power had already reached the level of a captain! And this was just a simple strike against the opponent!

"I've underestimated this world," the commander-in-chief muttered to himself.

However, for a world with power levels as low as that of the Demon Slayers, the scene before them resembled nothing short of an apocalypse!

They struggled to believe that humans could possess such incredible power.

In the world of Demon Slayers, Oyakata-sama clenched his fists tightly. Even to the blind, the display was clear, yet he still seethed with envy at this moment!

If the Demon Slayer Corps wielded this kind of power, Demon King Muzan Kibutsuji would have perished long ago!

In the world of the Rurouni Kenshin, many with less fortitude had even forsaken their swords, feeling their efforts to be utterly meaningless!

However, there were exceptions.

Enter the world of Gintama, where Gintoki, Shinpachi, and Kagura remained unfazed, applauding and cheering excitedly.

"Wow, Nana, that was an awesome movie!"

Kagura's clapping was more a mischievous slap, as she quickly snatched the last remaining bag of potato chips.

...

[The immense tsunami surged forth from both sides of the island, obscuring the sun in the blink of an eye!]

[Though the Marine soldiers below were already in a state of panic, the three Admirals in command seats remained strikingly composed.]

[As the tsunami rose to its zenith, it was met with a potent surge of energy!]

[At this moment, a black silhouette instantaneously soared skyward.]

[Aokiji's countenance remained serene as he thrust his palms outwards, two slender ice threads hurtling toward the tsunami!]

[The disparity between the two seemed vast from a visual standpoint.]

[Yet, the outcome was exactly the opposite.]

[The moment the tsunami grazed the thin ice threads, a resounding click filled the air!]

[Ice Age!!]

[Terrifying coldness swept forth!]

[The tempestuous waves congealed, and azure ice propagated rapidly!]

[Within mere seconds, both the monstrous tsunami and the sea below were ensnared in ice!]

[In an instant, the entire Inner Bay transformed into an ice-bound world!]

In the world of the Shinigami, Rangiku hopped to the rooftop next to Tōshirō, clicking her tongue a few times before speaking:

"Captain, can you achieve freezing of this caliber?"

Tōshirō's expression remained solemn: "I haven't tested it, so I can't say for sure. But once I unleash Bankai, it should be achievable."

His confidence was unsure because this wasn't akin to a placid lake or even a roiling river!

This was a tsunami, bearing a staggering amount of kinetic energy that was truly fearsome!

However, Tōshirō harbored no doubts about emerging victorious. After all, his Bankai, Daiguren Hyōrinmaru, held more than just freezing abilities.

[Whitebeard's expression showed no annoyance. In fact, he seemed on the brink of laughter!]

[This spectacle before him aligned perfectly with his intentions. This was the freezing effect he'd been aiming for! It would facilitate pirate assaults.]

[Marine forces initiated shelling at this juncture, prompting the pirates aboard the ship to abandon the ice and charge ahead!]

[In the blink of an eye, Marines and pirates confronted each other, plunging into a brutal battle!]

[Amidst this, Hawkeye Mihawk took a sudden step forward!]

[His fellow Shichibukai shared bewildered glances!]

[They had pegged this swordsman of great repute as merely an observer. Now, it appeared their assumptions were off the mark.]

["Well, are you joining the fray?" Doflamingo inquired with a smile!]

[Hawkeye's unwavering gaze remained fixed on Whitebeard, as he responded with calm resolve:]

["Just to test the waters. I want to see how far the man before us can stand up to us!" With deliberate precision, Hawkeye drew the massive sword from his back—the infamous Black Blade, Yoru!]

[In the ensuing moment, the ambiance dimmed, pale and foreboding, as a verdant sword aura brimming with razor-sharp intent surged forth!]

[The ice in its path shattered, and none dared impede it. The blade cleaved directly toward Whitebeard positioned atop the ship's prow!]

In the world of the Shinigami, Zaraki Kenpachi was about to erupt!

"Such sword intent! Such a presence!"

Zaraki Kenpachi's golden Reiatsu erupted ferociously as he bellowed, "Why must these things occur in different worlds! Dammit! I really want to cleave you into oblivion!!"

Within the Fourth Division, Unohana Retsu's gaze narrowed. She sensed the blood, dormant for ages, stirred by the sword aura, its pulse beginning to quicken.

A trace of crimson essence emanated, and at that very moment, Kotetsu Isane collapsed to the ground. Her captain's visage bore a Demonly pallor, her eyes brimming with terror.

Unohana Retsu subtly gathered her aura, once more fixing her gaze on Kotetsu Isane. With an air of placid nonchalance, she spoke softly:

"You saw nothing, understand?"

Although her tone was gentle, in Kotetsu Isane's eyes, the scene around her had vanished.

All she could perceive was a terrifying scarlet specter lurking in the shadows.

Death's breath drew near, yet she fought back tears, nodding rapidly like a frightened lamb.

[The scene endures!]

[Just as the sword aura was poised to reach Whitebeard, a dark shadow plummeted from above!]

[The sword strike collided, causing the wielder considerable pain!]

[Yet with a resounding roar, he caught the imperceptible blade energy with both hands, hurtling it skyward before triggering a tremendous detonation!]

[The frosty haze cleared, revealing a figure transformed into diamond, who had thwarted the strike!]

[It was Jozu, bearer of the Diamond Fruit ability!]

[Observing this turn of events, Hawkeye sheathed his blade with a trace of disappointment. If Whitebeard refrained from engaging, there was no point for him to intervene.]

[Chaos endured, and Kizaru, seated in the command positions, could no longer hold back!]

[He transformed into light and vanished, supplanted by a dazzling radiance in the firmament!]

["Yata no Kagami!"]

[Kizaru's tone remained casual as he folded his hands, prompting a deluge of luminous bullets to converge upon Whitebeard!]

[Yet, a fearless azure flame emerged to intercept. The storm-like barrage was effortlessly thwarted!]

[Observing this, Kizaru's inaction persisted, and he gazed upon the scene with evident surprise.]

[Within the blue flames, Marco's body mended its wounds, bit by bit.]

[In the ensuing moment, the azure flames enshrouded Marco's form.]

[A piercing cry resonated as a blue phoenix emerged from the inferno, hurtling towards Kizaru!]

[Several exchanges followed, culminating in Kizaru being repelled.]

["Huh, seems I won't get a direct shot at the Whitebeard after all!" Kizaru quipped, reverting to his human form.]

[Among the Marine's Admirals, two had already moved. Yet at this juncture, a stalwart pirate thrust his fists into the ice!]

[The ensuing instant saw the ice shatter, propelling a colossal iceberg towards the Marines!]

[Impacted forcefully, this iceberg had the potential to render countless Marines into mincemeat!]

[Seeing Kizaru's lack of participation, of the three Admirals, only Akainu could no longer be restrained!]

[Launching himself skyward in a single bound, he erupted:]

["Desertion without authorization, once again!"]

[His wrathful right hand transmuted into a titanic magma fist, colliding with the iceberg in a single blow!]

[Terrible heat surged alongside overwhelming force, instantly annihilating the iceberg!]

[Simultaneously in the sky, the magma fist summoned forth by Akainu expanded dramatically. Heat radiated prodigiously from its core!]

[However, the spectacle was far from over; the magma suddenly ignited, culminating in a detonation the subsequent second!]

[Volcanic Bomb!]

[Meteor-like fire rain plummeted, heralding an apocalyptic finale!]

[Panic-stricken, the pirates atop the ice scrambled for safety. Few hit by the assault stood a chance of survival.]

[In this moment, a volcanic bomb hurtled towards Whitebeard!]

[Observing the rock fireball rapidly closing in, its searing heat palpable, Whitebeard remained stationary!]

Witnessing this, Naruto of the Hokage world shouted anxiously, "Take cover, Grandpa Whitebeard!"

Elsewhere, those in other worlds eagerly anticipated how this behemoth would avert the crisis.

Then came the unforeseen twist!

[With the fireball an arm's length away, Whitebeard remained unperturbed, blowing softly in its direction!]

[Instantly, the act seemed as effortless as extinguishing a candle atop a cake, causing the flaming rock to halt abruptly before being snuffed out like a mere wisp.]