Leave Safely, The World Is In Shock! 65

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Everyone watching the live broadcast gasped in shock when they witnessed the scene unfold, causing a collective tension in the air worldwide.

Kizaru, the Marine Admiral, lay gravely injured! Could it be that Blackbeard had managed to deal such a blow to him?

The onlookers, originally casual spectators, now wore grave expressions. Blackbeard's formidable strength had truly caught them off guard!

Questions arose. Why hadn't Kizaru evaded with his elemental dodging ability? Could his Armament Haki be inferior to Blackbeard's?

Despite his calm demeanor, Kizaru bore a hideous wound, bleeding profusely from his right shoulder to his left rib. The severity of his injuries would shock any ordinary person.

Nonetheless, Kizaru remained composed. Instead of recoiling, he pressed on, engaging in fierce combat. His Armament Haki clashed with Blackbeard's defenses as he landed a forceful kick to Blackbeard's midsection.

The clash was intense. Blackbeard swiftly activated his violet-black armor, managing to deflect much of the kick's impact.

However, he couldn't completely negate the strike, and blood trickled from his lips in response.

Their exchange left them both wounded, though Blackbeard seemed to have the slight upper hand.

As Kizaru sent Blackbeard flying, he retreated, observing the devastating wounds inflicted upon him. With a grimace, he turned towards Blackbeard, his expression twisted with shock.

"The power you wield is truly terrifying. It seems I have fallen victim to it unknowingly. Is it possible that your ability nullifies the powers of captured Devil Fruit users? Such capabilities are a nemesis to all ability users!"

Kizaru's revelation sparked a commotion among the viewers watching the live broadcast.

"Is Blackbeard's ability truly that fearsome?"

"Even a Marine Admiral like Kizaru couldn't withstand his might?"

"No wonder he dares to challenge the Marines. His confidence is unwavering."

"Blackbeard is yet another formidable force on the seas!"

"It's not just him! Let's not forget about the Thunder Fruit user, a top-tier ability in their own right!"

Amidst the chatter, another spectacle unfolded on the battlefield.

Enel, engaged in combat with Kizaru's former clone, altered his stance in a flash. Bolts of lightning crackled over his form as he unleashed a barrage of electric arcs in all directions.

Simultaneously, the thunderous net in the sky descended, ensnaring Kizaru's clone.

"Three Thousand Thunders and Ten Thousand Thunders Heavenly Prison!" Enel morphed into a thunder-like apparition, swiftly immobilizing Kizaru's clone within the electrified web before delivering a powerful surge of lightning.

The resulting explosion decimated the surrounding terrain, leaving a massive crater in its wake.

Kizaru, watching from a distance, grunted in defeat. Confronted by Enel's Thunder Fruit abilities, he realized the predicament he was in.

"It seems my clone couldn't hold you for long. The power of the Thunder Fruit places too many restrictions on me. We can only delay you momentarily. The position of a Marine Admiral proves to be quite formidable."

As Kizaru took to the skies in a radiant display of power, Enel, seeing the display, promptly intervened.

"I shall handle this."

In a swift gesture, Blackbeard seized Enel's shoulders and hurled him back towards the shattered vessel housing their allies, signalling a strategic retreat.

"Do you believe his power remains unchanged from before?

As he prepared to retreat, I detained him briefly. We'll be in a predicament once the two Marine Admirals encircle us.

"Understood!" Enel comprehended the gravity of the situation as well.

Following the earlier skirmish with Kizaru, he comprehended the vast disparity between himself and the Marine Admiral.

While others engaged casually, he devoted himself entirely to the struggle.

Based on his captain's demeanor from the prior scuffle, an inadvertent blow from Kizaru's advanced Armament Haki could potentially incapacitate him.

Is it true that physical strength forms the foundation for an individual with abilities?

Upon my return, I must dedicate efforts to bolster my physical prowess and enhance my Haki training! As for Fruit development...

Well, my captain has already suggested ample ideas. There's no end in sight!

Having been hurled back into the encampment, Enel declared:

"Prepare to withdraw; another Marine Admiral is approaching."

Upon hearing this, all members of the dark consortium immediately understood and began executing the escape plan. Everyone boarded the aged vessel.

Meanwhile, faced with the "Eight-foot Magatama," immensely amplified from before, Blackbeard remained composed. Brandishing the Seven-Star Sword, he enveloped himself in ink-black aura. A vision of Sephiroth's demon blade flashed in his mind as he swiftly executed a decisive stroke.

"Wanjian Chaozong!"

At that instant, myriad jet-black sword energies clashed against the descending eight-foot magatama in mid-air.

A thunderous explosion reverberated through the skies, violent shockwaves disturbing the surrounding seas.

The evenly matched confrontation astonished all witnesses of the live broadcast.

Is Blackbeard truly this formidable?

Kizaru descended from the sky onto a peak, gazing solemnly at Blackbeard below.

"Even with such potent Devil Fruit abilities, can your swordsmanship rival that of a grand swordsman? To think that Whitebeard harbored such a monstrous presence on his vessel! Terrifying!"

With a laser chop, Kizaru summoned the golden Tiancongyun sword once again. Raising it high, he pointed it at Blackbeard below and struck.

A golden sword energy, with the characteristic laser-like quality of Kizaru, sliced downwards at Blackbeard.

Unfazed, Blackbeard firmly gripped the Seven-Star Sword with both hands, the image of his king swirling in his mind. A grin spread across his face as he infused two-color Haki. Swirling winds surrounded him, heralding a fearsome momentum as he slashed diagonally.

"EX----Calibur!"

In an instant, a purple-red sword light soared, overpowering Kizaru's golden sword energy. It engulfed the mountaintop below, leaving it in ruins.

As the explosion thundered across the skies, more than half of the towering peak vanished in the wake of the sword light. Kizaru had vanished amidst the chaos.

Sheathing the Seven-Star Sword, Blackbeard ascended into the air, flying to the bow of the battered pirate ship. Sitting down, he caught the eye of onlookers worldwide.

Gracefully, he clasped his fingers together, waved at the camera, and spoke:

"Dear viewers, today's live transmission concludes here.

Hopefully, next time we meet, I won't be on the receiving end.

Lastly, remember:

There are no gods in this world; you are your own savior!

The era is on the brink of upheaval!

The time for the Throne of Heaven is nigh; come, challenge me in the frost-kissed skies!"

"The Throne can be reached by both you and me!"

With a snap, Blackbeard activated his abilities.

In an instant, to the astonishment of spectators worldwide, a member of the Blackbeard Pirates transformed into a massive bloody dragon, soaring a hundred meters into the sky. The pirate ship, enveloped in a crimson flame cloud, ascended alongside the monstrous dragon.

As the ship accelerated skyward, it swiftly vanished from view, leaving viewers in awe of the colossal bloody dragon.

Amidst the astonishment, top experts worldwide were left bewildered.

"What in the world was that gigantic bloody dragon? It's unbelievable!"

"Could it be that the legendary dragons truly exist?"

"Wait, doesn't that bloody dragon bear a striking resemblance to Kaido?"

"Impossible! Kaido aboard Blackbeard's ship? Preposterous!"

"The Blackbeard Pirates still possess such formidable might?"

"Their ability to fly is one thing, but their speed is unprecedented! What marvel is this?"

"Where is Kizaru? What happened to him? Has Blackbeard bested him?"

"I doubt it. They all fled, including Blackbeard. Perhaps Kizaru sustained injuries and remained hidden."

While debates raged amongst viewers, the live broadcast continued without closure.

In a flash of light, Kizaru descended onto a precarious mountaintop, scratching his head in consternation.

"Things just got complicated. Their retreat is unsettling. Those Blackbeard Pirates!"

At that moment, a section of the desert island's sea abruptly froze, and a figure emanating chilly air ascended skyward with Moonwalk, leaping towards Kizaru.

Aokiji's characteristically lackadaisical voice piped up:

"No, Porusalino, allowing their escape is truly problematic... Hmm? You're injured!?

Don't jest, Porusalino. Could someone within Blackbeard's crew actually harm you?"

Aokiji, typically nonchalant, displayed a rare change in demeanor upon spotting the severe wound on Kizaru's form.

He understood well that Kizaru surpassed him in strength!

Could anyone among the Blackbeard Pirates inflict such damage on him?

With a disdainful click of his tongue, Kizaru ripped his coat sleeve, revealing knife wounds and a punch mark on his stomach.

"Believe it or not, these injuries are all courtesy of Blackbeard. It's perplexing... I'll be taking an extended leave this time. I'll exchange my recovery for intel on Blackbeard's abilities."

"Blackbeard? Is he truly that formidable?" Aokiji queried skeptically.

"It's unbelievable but true," Kizaru affirmed, shaking his head. "He even possesses a Logia ring aboard his vessel. Those with Thunder Fruit abilities are incredibly potent..."

Before Kizaru could continue, an urgent call on Aokiji's transponder snail interrupted them.

Frowning, Aokiji swiftly answered, only to be met with a reproachful voice from the other end:

"You two imbeciles, watch your surroundings before conversing! The live broadcast is ongoing! Be mindful of your words, Kizaru, and terminate the transmission! A Marine Admiral's injury is not a matter for display. The disgrace will spread far and wide!"

Startled by Sengoku's harsh reprimand, the two officers exchanged stunned glances before Kizaru obliterated the device with a laser beam.

For a moment, they remained on the ground, locked in a silent exchange of glances.

Wano Country, Ghost Island.

Buzz buzz!

The formidable Conqueror's Haki currently pervaded the entirety of Onigashima Island, causing weaker pirates to convulse and fall unconscious with frothing mouths.

Inside the room where Kaido resided, only three prominent members of the Beasts Pirates stood before him: King, Queen, and Jack. The trio faced the overwhelming pressure of Kaido's Haki.

"Can any of you explain the abilities of the blood dragon!?"

"Queen, have you not perused the complete Devil Fruit illustrated book? Surely, you can identify this ability?"

"Quickly ascertain the origin of the abilities!"

After bellowing for a while and pouring himself a drink, Kaido queried, "Quinn, any theories? Could the ability be linked to the [Zoan-Fish Fruit·Phantom Beast Species-Blue Dragon Form] you consumed in the past?"

"Quit joking, Quinn!" Kaido retorted incredulously. "Have you ever heard of identical Devil Fruits coexisting? Let alone witnessing one, such occurrences are unheard of."

"But, boss, the fruits do have distinct traits," Quinn pointed out.

"For Vegapunk, even minor distinctions render them unique."

"What?!" Kaido's eyes widened in disbelief, gazing at Quinn. Jhin and Jack shared his astonishment.

"Why?"

Quinn sighed before replying, "If two Devil Fruits existed simultaneously, this may be the sole explanation.

During my time on the MADS team with Judge and Vegapunk, I recall Vegapunk mentioning blood factors, potentially linked to Devil Fruit research.

Though not elaborated on, I suspect he made progress. Could our current semi-finished artificial Devil Fruits stem from his work?

Moreover, boss, given your numerous encounters with the World Government, if Vegapunk tapped into your genetic material, paired with his research on bloodline factors, he might have replicated a fruit similar to yours."

Kaido lapsed into silence upon hearing this revelation.

After a pause, he declared, "Do your utmost to locate the Blackbeard Pirates for me; I intend to capture the blood dragon and discern its origins. Though you may not grasp it, I shall ascertain the truth swiftly.

The blood dragon's current size mirrors that when I first consumed the fish-based fruit. If my intuition is correct, the individual likely ingested it recently. I aim to uncover the source of this fruit."

"Understood!" The three lieutenants nodded in agreement.

In the Totto Land region, on Whole Cake Island, a framed photo depicted Badgers transforming into a blood dragon and propelling the ship with a fiery cloud.

Upon scrutinizing the image intently, Charlotte Linlin turned to Katakuri and instructed him, "Katakuri, contact Kaido immediately."

"Yes!" Katakuri complied without delay.

The call connected promptly.

Amid the usual banter, Charlotte Linlin unleashed a tirade upon Kaido, accusing him of eliminating Guy following the discovery of the artificial Devil Fruit research results and the destruction of the Punk Hazard research facility.

Kaido's expression shifted upon learning of these allegations.

In the Whitebeard Sea aboard the Moby Dick, Whitebeard addressed a gathering of sixteen division commanders and delivered a revelation that stunned everyone present:

"Ace is the son of Roger. He has been held in secret for the past six months!"