Water 7!
Upon witnessing the scene, panic immediately seized Luffy, Zoro, and the rest of the crew!
"Is Brook really that bold? Facing off with Big Mom herself!"
"I thought Luffy had enough courage to go against the Three Sweet Commanders, but he's taken it up a notch, directly attacking the enemy's leader!"
"He's up against a Yonko. He won't survive, will he?"
"No, he's already dead. Just a skeleton…"
Anxiety spread among the crew as Brook had not yet boarded the ship. However, they were somewhat familiar with him through previous live broadcasts.
Brook's strength held up against smaller foes, but facing an emperor-level figure, he might not stand a chance.
At this critical moment, Luffy and Sanji were occupied elsewhere, unable to come to Brook's aid.
"If he encounters Big Mom, does he stand a chance of survival?"
"Not to mention there's a Sweet Commanders and numerous cadres with Big Mom. Wouldn't Brook be done for before we even rescue him?"
Usopp couldn't help but voice his concern. Nami swiftly silenced him with a punch.
"Shut your mouth, Usopp!"
Usopp, with tears in his eyes, muttered, "Florian Triangle sail!"
Meanwhile, Moria had returned to his territory, immediately ordering an evacuation. He had no intention of encountering Luffy, fearing the consequences of crossing paths with the now stronger Straw Hat.
The top priority was to change their location, avoiding any potential encounters with Luffy.
"This guy can even contend with the Four Emperors. Provoking him means certain death."
Moria just wanted to be left alone, enjoying some shadows, without risking his life. Before leaving, however, he remembered something.
"It seems... another friend of the Straw Hats had their shadow taken by me and is trapped in the dark sea."
"And those whose shadows were taken are all in the dark forest."
"Perhaps... I should let them all go?"
"To prevent the Straw Hat Boy from paying me a visit..."
Moria pondered, realizing these captives were of little use to him.
It might be better to release them, especially Brook. If he remains, Straw Hat Boy will undoubtedly come looking for him as a comrade.
Unable to defeat Luffy, Moria's decision was made. Yet, as he considered his options, he caught a live broadcast in the sky: Luffy and Nami captured by the Chess Soldiers!
Moria rejoiced!
"The Four Emperors are truly formidable!"
"Her cadres alone managed to capture the Straw Hat boy!"
"What if all the Straw Hats perish at Big Mom's hands?"
"Then I won't have to lift a finger?"
"I won't need to release his friends?"
With these thoughts, Moria couldn't help but feel a surge of satisfaction. He prepared to carefully watch the unfolding events before deciding whether to flee or stay put.
[At the same time...]
[As the Big Mom drew nearer, she forcefully swung open the doors to the treasure house!]
[All of a sudden...]
[Brook found himself directly facing the enraged Big Mom within Poneglyph Room!]
Oh, sugar cubes!
Witnessing this moment, numerous onlookers felt their hearts clench.
The Big Mom really caught him!
Many had anticipated Brook making a swift escape from the treasure house before Big Mom's arrival.
Turns out, we were overthinking it...
This is the Yonko!
Among the Straw Hats, Brook's combat prowess doesn't stand out much.
How could he possibly contend with the Big Mom?
There's a good chance he'll be pulverized in an instant, right?
["Where did this little thief come from?... "]
[Upon spotting Brook, the Big Mom's chubby face contorted into a ferocious expression!]
[Beside her, three soul creations turned sinister together.]
[They were Zeus with the thunder cloud, Prometheus with the fireball, and Napoleon with the triangular pirate hat!]
[These three Homies were crafted by the Big Mom using her own soul.]
[Not only were they entirely loyal to her, but they also harbored unimaginable power.]
[At that moment, thunderclouds and flames began swirling within the treasure house!]
[A formidable force began to emanate!]
[Coupled with the Big Mom's fierce and colossal visage, the atmosphere was undeniably oppressive...]
[If ordinary folks witnessed this spectacle, they'd likely be scared out of their wits instantly.]
[Yet, Brook stood his ground, gazing at the Big Mom as if ready to face her head-on!]
[There wasn't a hint of fear towards death or the Big Mom's imposing aura!]
[This momentarily caught the Big Mom off guard...]
[This guy isn't afraid at all?]
[This notion provoked the Big Mom, causing her presence to become even more terrifying!]
[The unique power of the Four Emperors began manifesting at this juncture.]
Curses!
He's done for!
Brook is a goner! Countless spectators were taken aback witnessing this scene...
While they were impressed by Brook's fearless stance in front of the Big Mom, the looming question remained - could he survive?
With Sanji completely betrayed, Luffy and Nami ensnared once again, and Chopper and the rest still trapped in the mirror world...
As for Zoro and the others, they were scattered across different locations, unable to intervene.
If this persists, who can come to Luffy's rescue?
Observing this scenario, Garp and Sengoku from the Navy Headquarters couldn't help but sigh.
"Though each of Luffy's companions is usually more exasperating than the last, they do pull through in critical moments!"
"Facing off against Charlotte Linlin with such audacity is quite impressive!"
Garp nodded, "That girl Nami isn't too shabby either. She didn't flee alone before the Chess Soldiers arrived!"
"It appears that Luffy is surrounded by a group of exceptional companions, which pleases me greatly. Despite the high praise for Luffy's comrades from both of them, they harbor doubts about Brook's ability to confront Big Mom.
However, there's a silver lining; they reckon he probably won't meet his demise. Big Mom has a peculiar penchant for collecting eccentric beings, and given Brook's skeletal form, he might just be to her liking. Thus, there's a good chance he'll be spared. As long as he avoids death, he stands a shot at survival.
Meanwhile, Akainu, positioned in the background, stares intently at the sky. In his perspective, even the Straw Hat Kid hasn't met his demise yet, but now that he's incarcerated, he poses no threat.
Considering Big Mom's unpredictable temperament, there might come a day when he has to eliminate her. And as for Brook, being Straw Hat's partner, he's deemed deserving of death. Let him be the first to meet his end! The option of eliminating one's partner is indeed a viable one...
Simultaneously, the sky unfolds another chapter!
[Confronted by Brook's unflinching gaze, the Big Mom acts swiftly without hesitation!]
[In an instant, the two engage in a fierce battle]
[And concurrently…]
[Pudding, set to wed Sanji, reveals his true identity!]
[The truth about the marriage between Big Mom and the Vinsmoke family is laid bare at this moment…]"
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