Red-haired pirates!
"Conqueror Haki..."
"The potential of a king?"
Upon witnessing this scene, Shanks's face broke into a smile.
"Not bad, Luffy. It seems I didn't make a mistake in my judgment."
The future king of the sea might not necessarily possess the Conqueror Haki, but having it signifies the potential for success. This alone is a clear sign that Luffy is stepping into the realm of the powerful.
Throughout their journey, Shanks and the entire Red-Haired pirate crew had witnessed Luffy's growth. Seeing him now exhibit the Conqueror Haki, the excitement among them was beyond words.
Whitebeard Pirates!
"Is the king's will starting to manifest..."
"Ace, your little brother is improving."
"It seems he might surpass you soon."
Whitebeard smiled, teasing Ace. Surprisingly, Ace didn't react with anger but extreme joy.
"If Luffy can surpass me, then as an older brother, I..."
"But I'll be happy."
Marine Headquarters!
"Conqueror Haki?"
"He can actually contend with Doflamingo's Conqueror Haki?"
Everyone in the conference hall was stunned at this moment.
They didn't expect Luffy to display such power with the Conqueror Haki for the first time in front of everyone. For now, it appears that Luffy's proficiency in both Armament Haki and strength is on par, if not stronger than Doflamingo!
Even the Conqueror Haki showed no weakness.
It's worth noting that Doflamingo is one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, a notorious figure known throughout the entire sea. Luffy, though having gained some fame during his adventures, is still considered a rookie compared to many others.
He's labeled as a supernova for a reason.
Yet, here he is, competing with Doflamingo in a Haki battle without falling behind, a fact that is truly astonishing!
Garp couldn't help but rejoice at this turn of events, and even Sengoku, Kizaru, Aokiji, and others were taken aback.
But Doflamingo, his expression was noticeably grim.
Throughout the battle, he realized he hadn't managed to crush the Straw Hat kid.
This was a blow to his pride.
However, if we talk about the person with the darkest thoughts on the scene, that would undoubtedly be Admiral Akainu!
His gaze was fixed on the image of Luffy, his fists tightly clenched.
"The Haki of the Conqueror... the potential to become a king?"
"He not only aspires to be the Pirate King but poses a threat to the safety of the entire world."
"A person like him is becoming an increasingly significant threat."
In that moment, a decision formed in Admiral Akainu's heart.
Regardless of Luffy's intimidating background—his grandfather being a Marine hero, his father leading the Revolutionary Army, and even his two brothers being renowned figures—he must be eliminated!
Considering Luffy's rapid growth and the formidable strength he currently displayed, it surpassed even Akainu's expectations.
If allowed to roam freely, there was a fear that in the future, Luffy would become an uncontrollable force.
[The clash of Luffy and Doflamingo's Conqueror's Haki even caused the sky to darken slightly when they collided!]
[The Dressrosa citizens, witnessing this scene, were undoubtedly shocked...]
[Luffy stared down Doflamingo with determination, declaring, "I will defeat you!"]
[With that, he unleashed his power once again!]
[In an instant, he shattered Doflamingo's Conqueror's Haki and delivered a powerful kick!]
[Under the impact, Doflamingo once again coughed up blood.]
[Luffy continued his assault, unleashing a barrage of rubber punches on Doflamingo.]
[Doflamingo's frustration boiled over, and he seized an opportunity to kick Luffy away.]
[On the sidelines, Trebol seized the chance to immobilize Luffy with his sticky mucus...]
[In that moment, Luffy seemed helpless...]
[Fortunately, despite his injuries, Law still had the strength to utilize his abilities!]
[Activating the abilities of the Ope Ope no Mi, he summoned a severed arm to slash Trebol down!]
[Realizing he had no strength left to fight, Trebol resorted to detonating his own mucus in a final act of desperation...]
[He resolved to face death alongside Luffy and Law!]
[In that critical moment, a deafening explosion echoed throughout the upper levels of the palace...]
[Fortunately, Luffy, in his second gear mode, exhibited incredible speed, carrying Law to the field of sunflower flowers!]
[He then entrusted Law to Cavendish, who had just arrived. Dealing with him swiftly, Cavendish departed with the gravely injured and dying Law!]
[As for himself, he took it upon himself to bring down Doflamingo!]
[Once Luffy was gone...]
[Law implored Cavendish to release him!]
[Because witnessing Doflamingo's downfall was his lifelong aspiration!]
[Even if it meant facing death, he wouldn't hesitate!]
[Cavendish understood Law's intentions and, as a man, accorded Law the utmost respect!]
[Gently placing Law down, he then seated himself in front of him!]
"Luffy entrusted me with your protection. In that case, I'll never put you in harm's way!"
"I'll stand by your side and witness this battle together!"
"If you fall, I'll be the one to fall before you!"
[In this moment, Law smiled...]
[Luffy not only won over Law but also earned the respect of Cavendish, another Supernova!]
Meanwhile...
He also won the hearts of countless spectators watching the live broadcast screen...
Throughout the journey, everyone witnessed Luffy's unwavering determination!
Regardless of the formidable adversaries or the challenges he faced, he never retreated. This time was no different...
Even in the face of the formidable foe, Doflamingo!
Repeatedly, he stopped to save Dressrosa. His actions were for the people of this kingdom...
This not only moved the people of Dressrosa but touched numerous viewers...
[As time passed...]
[The birdcage continued to tighten, gradually destroying half of Dressrosa!]
[Luffy was running out of time; if he couldn't defeat Doflamingo in time...]
[The birdcage would remain, and Dressrosa would be entirely annihilated!]
[In the present moment...]
[Both Luffy and Doflamingo were utterly exhausted!]
[After enduring a series of powerful attacks from Law, Doflamingo, even if he managed to stand, was severely injured.]
[Luffy, too, had suffered numerous injuries throughout the prolonged battle...]
[If not for the resilient properties of the rubber fruit enduring the onslaught, he might not have endured!]
[The two exchanged blows in the sea of fire, neither giving an inch!]
[Considering Luffy as a mere pirate with only two years at sea, yet ruining decades of his family's legacy, fueled Doflamingo's intense anger!]
[In this moment, he unleashed his full power, holding nothing back to vanquish Luffy!]
[The terrifying potential of the awakened String-String Fruit was vividly demonstrated in this intense encounter...]
Everything around turned into lines, constantly attacking Luffy!
If Doflamingo was merely playing around with everyone before, now he is...
Truly moved to kill, and the attack is incredibly fierce!
"Gear Third, Grizzly Bear!"
Luffy doesn't dare to be careless; his attack is covered with armament haki.
His two arms transform into massive fists, blasting towards Doflamingo!
However, the flexible Doflamingo skillfully dodges the attack...
Doflamingo is not only razor-sharp with his lines but also exceptionally fast, making it challenging to land a hit!
After an intense battle...
Luffy has utilized nearly all the moves in his arsenal, yet he still can't deal any effective damage to Doflamingo.
The balance of the battle seems to be gradually shifting in Doflamingo's favor...
What's more terrifying is the birdcage, shrinking smaller and smaller, plunging the entire Dressrosa into chaos!
Doflamingo looks at Luffy mockingly.
"In less than an hour, Dressrosa will be completely destroyed!"
"Even within half an hour, victims of the birdcage will emerge."
"Let me guess, who will it be?"
"Old people, children, women, or... your partner?"
Observing Doflamingo's mocking expression, Luffy gasps, his face filled with anger.
"You, who toys with lives at will!"
"I won't let anyone die!"
"I will defeat you with my own hands!!!"
Hearing this, Doflamingo bursts into laughter, loud and mocking.
"You truly don't understand your limits, and now, you've exhausted all your moves."
"What else do you have to compete with me?"
Luffy falls silent...
The moment he raises his head again, determination flashes in his eyes.
"No, I have another move..."
"This is what I've realized in two years of training, and this time, it's up to it to defeat you!"
"Gear 4... Activate!"
As soon as the words fall, Luffy once again bursts out in white steam!
The intensity far surpasses the second gear mode, almost covering Luffy's entire body!
When the smoke clears, the transformation is revealed!
Luffy, at this moment, is completely different from his previous self!
His upper body has become extremely robust, limbs wrapped in dark red haki, even with black lines on the shoulders!
White smoke surrounds his body, and his legs bounce continuously in place.
His expression turns angrier, even a bit hideous!
In essence, Luffy at this moment exudes oppression!
This is his new form, an evolution from the second gear, surpassing even the Gear Third...
Gear 4!!!
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