7 Shocking News!
The air was thick with tension, the outcome of the battle hanging in the balance.
The island, once a tranquil paradise, was now a battlefield for two Logia-Type devil fruit users. The victor would not be determined until one party fell completely. The spectators watched in awe, their breaths held in anticipation.
Brontes, a figure who had always been silent and transparent within the elite camp, had shocked everyone with his sudden outburst.
For two consecutive years, he had concealed his true strength, a power that surpassed even Sakazuki's. His devil fruit ability, the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, completely suppressed Sakazuki's Magma-Magma Fruit, leaving the latter gasping for breath amidst the relentless onslaught.
Brontes was known for his good temper, but Sakazuki's underhanded attack had ignited a fury within him. He retaliated with full force, not holding back in the slightest. The island shook under the impact of their powers, the air crackling with the intensity of their fight.
"Enough!"
Zed's voice cut through the chaos like a blade.
The man, who had been standing not far away, appeared beside them in an instant. His eyes were ablaze with anger: "Do you want to destroy the island?!"
Zed was not one to stand by and watch his comrades fight to the death.
His intervention brought the battle to a halt, and both Brontes and Sakazuki received a stern reprimand.
"Return to your dormitories, now!"
His voice echoed across the island, leaving no room for argument.
As Brontes approached, somewhat embarrassed, Doberman and the others unconsciously parted to let him pass. It was a silent acknowledgment of his strength.
Brontes walked past them without a word, his mind still replaying the events of the fight.
Back in his dormitory, he took a shower, letting the warm water wash away the sweat and grime. He then retired to his bed, his body aching but his heart filled with a strange sense of satisfaction.
"It was an exciting fight." He mused, his thoughts drifting back to the battle.
Despite his exhaustion, Brontes felt a sense of exhilaration. He had rarely used his Rumble-Rumble Fruit in a fight, not because he wanted to hide it, but because he saw no point in fighting fellow Logia-Type devil fruit users like Sakazuki and Borsalino. Only Zed could truly challenge him.
The moves he had used in the fight - Lightning Dragon, SkyFall, Thor's Spear - were all products of his imagination.
He had no intention of imitating Enel's moves or carrying around those fancy drums. He was his own weapon, and he didn't need any props to enhance his strength or control over lightning.
The Rumble-Rumble Fruit's power lay in the swiftness and lethality of lightning. If the attack was fast enough, the opponent would have no chance to resist or defend. His battle with Sakazuki had given him a deeper understanding of his fruit abilities, but it had also exposed his shortcomings.
Brontes realized that he couldn't solely rely on his devil fruit power. His physical strength needed improvement as well.
Under Zed's guidance, he was confident that he could achieve that. As he drifted off to sleep, his mind was already planning his training regimen for the next day.
...
The next day.
The sun rose, casting a warm glow over the island.
As was their routine, the students gathered in the cafeteria for breakfast.
Over the past two years, the cafeteria had seen a significant decrease in the number of students, from over a thousand to less than a hundred. Yet, the quantity of food had not diminished. In fact, there was an abundance of it.
The students' training had become increasingly rigorous, their strength growing in tandem. Their bodies demanded more nutrition, a demand that was met by the plentiful Sea King's meat.
Brontes entered the cafeteria, his presence immediately silencing the room.
The instructors and students turned to look at him, their expressions a mix of disbelief, shock, and awe. Those who had witnessed his fight with Sakazuki the previous day were particularly amazed.
"Hey, Bart!"
A voice called out, breaking the silence. A tall man draped his arm over Brontes' shoulder, his grin wide. "Why didn't you tell us about your devil fruit? You actually dared to hide it from us."
Brontes turned to face the man, a small smile playing on his lips: "Technically, I didn't hide it from anyone, Instructor Yoshida. I just don't usually use my devil fruit ability."
Instructor Yoshida, a man of imposing stature and a marine captain's coat draped over his shoulders, sat across from Brontes.
He had less food on his plate than Brontes, but his appetite seemed to be for conversation rather than food.
"Hahaha, I watched your fight with Sakazuki yesterday. It was so refreshing." Yoshida began, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
"To think there are three Logia devil fruit users in our camp, that's pretty amazing. I bet both the World Government and the Marine are quite shocked by your appearance."
He paused, taking a moment to savor his food before continuing: "Moreover, the devil fruit that you ate is actually the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, the strongest devil fruit in the Logia system. You must be pretty lucky to be able to get a devil fruit that has disappeared from the sea for hundreds of years."
His words were light, but there was a hint of envy in his voice.
...
Unbeknownst to him, his actions had sent ripples far beyond the confines of the Elite Training Camp.
About ten hours ago, in the grand halls of Marineford, an urgent report had arrived from the camp.
The news it carried was so shocking that it caused Admiral Sengoku to spit out the tea he had just sipped.
"Pfff! A third Logia-Type devil fruit user?!" Sengoku exclaimed, his voice echoing in the room. His eyes widened in disbelief as he processed the information.
"Yes, Admiral." The adjutant confirmed, his voice steady despite the gravity of the news.
"According to the report, a recruit named Brontes fought against Sakazuki, another Logia-Type devil fruit user, last night. During their fight, Brontes revealed his devil fruit ability, the Rumble-Rumble Fruit."
The adjutant continued: "Vice-Admiral Kiran also reported that Brontes' strength and devil fruit development have surpassed Sakazuki's, who was previously considered the top recruit in the camp."
Sengoku fell silent, his mind racing.
"Rumble-Rumble Fruit... Lightning..." He murmured, his voice barely audible.
"I didn't expect the opening of the Elite Training Camp would attract three Logia devil fruit users."
A slow smile spread across his face as he added: "Maybe... maybe Zed's wish will become a reality in the hands of those three."
The news spread like wildfire throughout Marineford. Brontes' emergence as a Logia devil fruit user had captured everyone's attention.
Logia devil fruit users were a rarity in the sea, and now, the Marines had three of them, all from the same batch.
Many Marines believed that this year was the luckiest since the establishment of the Marine force. Three Logia-Type devil fruit users meant three potential Admirals in the future. The prospect filled them with a sense of hope and excitement. The future of the Marines was looking brighter than ever.
...
In the office of Vice-Admiral Burgi, the news of Brontes' abilities was met with a mixture of surprise and satisfaction.
"That brat didn't let me down. But to think that he hid the fact that he is a Logia devil fruit user from me..." Burgi mused, his eyes scanning the documents in his hand.
Then a wide smile spread across his face, his eyes twinkling with amusement: "I will take good care of him next time I see him. Well, maybe not..."
The news was a pleasant surprise to Burgi. As long as Brontes remained loyal to the Marines, it was only a matter of time before they had another Admiral in their ranks.
The revelation that Brontes was the owner of the long-lost Rumble-Rumble Fruit sent waves of surprise throughout Marineford.
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Meanwhile, back at the Elite Training Camp, Brontes was engrossed in his training.
The exposure of his devil fruit abilities to the outside world did not concern him. His focus was on improving his skills and mastering his powers.
Today, the recruits were being taught about navigation.
While the primary purpose of the camp was to enhance their strength and combat effectiveness, they also needed to learn other skills. In a world dominated by seas, navigation skills were indispensable.
As future top officers of the Marines, they would be required to lead their own warships alone in the sea. Therefore, they needed to acquire knowledge about marine warfare, weather, and navigation.
Brontes, like his peers, was determined to master these skills.
