The crowd let out a collective sigh of relief as they witnessed the scene unfold.
Thankfully, Luffy wielded the power of the Conqueror's Haki.
In a close call, Ace narrowly escaped decapitation.
Awareness of Luffy's Conqueror's Haki had spread since earlier clashes, particularly during the prior peak battles.
The Summit War had forewarned viewers that this was a crucial juncture in Luffy's journey of growth.
The top ten peak battles weren't chronologically ordered but ranked based on intensity and thrill.
It seemed that Luffy's manifestation of Conqueror's Haki occurred during this summit war.
Yet, even with Luffy utilizing his Conqueror's Haki to aid Ace's escape, what lay ahead?
The audience couldn't shake off their lingering worries.
[Sengoku, Garp, the three admirals, and the Marines who knew Luffy well had subtle shifts in their expressions at this moment!]
[Who would have thought Luffy possessed the Conqueror's Haki?]
[Garp felt a twinge of pride, while Sengoku was simply astonished.]
[However, Akainu, as one of the three admirals, harbored deep-seated fury at this revelation!]
[Undoubtedly, this man must not be allowed to live!]
[To harbor Conqueror's Haki, a precursor to kingship, posed a grave threat as a pirate. He must be eliminated!]
[Akainu's gaze held unmistakable malice towards Luffy.]
[Observing this, Whitebeard let out a hearty laugh!]
[He glimpsed the potential within Luffy!]
[Ace's little brother was truly remarkable!]
[Without hesitation, Whitebeard issued a command to all members of the Whitebeard Pirates.]
["Everyone, spare no effort in protecting Luffy and ensuring his safe passage to the execution platform..."]
[Whitebeard's directive not only rallied the Whitebeard Pirates to aid Luffy...]
[It also signified Whitebeard's recognition of Luffy's worth!]
[With so many people present, there are countless individuals stronger than Luffy.]
[Why did he entrust the task to rescue Ace to Luffy instead of others in the Whitebeard Pirates?]
[It's because of Luffy's recent display that earned him recognition from Whitebeard!]
[The members of the Whitebeard Pirates were taken aback. They understood the depth of their father's discernment.]
[It's astonishing that Luffy could earn such acknowledgment from him.]
[However, amidst the perilous situation, the Whitebeard Pirates members had little time for contemplation.]
[They obeyed Whitebeard's command without hesitation, swiftly moving to support Luffy.]
[Together, they helped Luffy vanquish the surrounding marines one by one.]
[Even the three admirals, hindered by numerous captains, found it challenging to reach Luffy.]
[Their efforts thwarted any attempts to approach him.]
[Thus, Luffy pressed onward, eventually reaching the foot of the execution platform.]
[After enduring numerous trials and facing countless adversaries, this moment had finally arrived.]
[Locking eyes with Ace above, Luffy wasted no time, ascending the steps toward the execution platform.]
[Garp, who had been guarding Ace, stood in Luffy's path.]
[As a marine, he couldn't allow Luffy to breach the defenses, even if he was his grandson.]
[Yet, Garp relented, though he appeared resolute, seemingly attempting to push Luffy away.]
[After their clash...]
[However, it was he who was sent flying off the execution platform by Luffy's punch!]
[In that instant, Garp met defeat!]
[Defeated at the hands of his own grandson, Luffy]
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