Clang!
The blades collided, and a terrifying momentum erupted between the two. Two pressures that almost turned into substance competed with each other. The sky, where clouds and rain had gathered, was instantly cut in half, and a vacuum suddenly appeared around them. The patter of rain was blocked ten meters away, and no one could get in!
Conqueror's Infusion!
That's right, Shiki uses Conqueror's infusion technique!
As a legendary pirate who can compete with Roger and Whitebeard, it is impossible for Shiki not to have the qualifications of Conqueror's haki. To be precise, Shiki is more ambitious than the other two. His dream is to become the king of this world! How could such a man not have Conqueror's haki?
"Nice blade!"
Shiki looked at the purple arc of Kaminari and grinned, "But this is not enough!"
The words just fell!
Atlas' body couldn't stop flying backward!
Even though Atlas managed to momentarily withstand the Conqueror's infusion attack by using Kaminari's unique features, it wasn't a genuine Conqueror's infusion. However, Atlas wasn't bothered by this. It's unclear how many times Shiki's Conqueror's attack can be used.
"Bakuhatsu!"
A burst of fire erupted behind him, and using the explosive force's reaction, Atlas halted his airborne body.
'Opening!'
Shiki squinted his eyes a bit. Being an experienced pirate who sailed the seas for many years, he was naturally adept at ruthlessly controlling the timing of battles. The instant Atlas was thrown backward, Shiki seized the opportunity to exploit his ability.
Shiki squinted his eyes a bit. Being an experienced pirate who sailed the seas for many years, he was naturally adept at ruthlessly controlling the timing of battles. The instant Atlas was thrown backward, Shiki seized the opportunity to exploit his ability. Understood!
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In the sea below, warships are anchored silently.
"I'm unsure about how Brother Atlas is faring..."
Smoker gazed up at the vacant sky, a hint of concern in his eyes. Considering Atlas's strength, enduring entanglement for so long, he truly deserves to be the legendary Shiki...
"Mr. Atlas should be alright. If he dares to take the initiative and stir trouble for the other party, he must be confident."
Sabo on the side offered him comforting words.
He could see that Atlas was certainly not a thoughtless and reckless individual, as it's improbable for someone who possess such a comprehensive understanding of the world to this extent.
"Yes, yes, uncle is very powerful!"
Luffy also nodded innocently. He didn't know how powerful Shiki was. All he knew was that Atlas was the most powerful Marine he had ever seen. As for his grandfather? He had never seen his grandfather navigate the sea with such grace.
The strength in the eyes of children is so straightforward...
"I hope so..."
...
"Are you unwilling to part with your Armament Haki?"
Atlas gazed at the Kogarashi and Oto which were only slightly embedded in the skin, and mercilessly taunted Shiki, who was close by.
"The Haki on your weapons... intriguing, intriguing, Shihahahaha!"
Shiki instantly withdrew, as Kaminari in Atlas's hand had already slashed forward!
'Has this guy honed his Armament Haki to such a level? Is he training like a wielder of a black sword?' Shiki stared at Atlas like a man possessed. Although he didn't employ the advanced Armament Haki's internal destruction techniques just now, his Armament Haki was undoubtedly of equal, if not superior, quality compared to Atlas.
However, the combination of Oto and Kogarashi despite their razor-sharp edges, only managed to penetrate this guy's surface defense! Surprisingly, this guy's Haki not only envelops the skin but even imbues the subcutaneous muscles with some Haki!
"It's my turn now!"
Atlas sensed the fleeting itchiness as the wound healed, and with a grin on his face, he utilized the Geppo to catch up with the retreating Shiki.
Ittōryū: Kaidan o noboru (Climb the stairs)
Tsubame Gaeshi (Swallow return)
Clang!
The slashes clashed, sword energy surged, and the two resumed their intense fencing once more!
Clang! Clang!
The blades met head-on, with Shiki on top, holding both swords and steadfastly resisting Atlas's surging Kaminari.
'This kid! Why is he so powerful?'
Shiki was secretly surprised. If he hadn't held a favorable position, slashing with two swords simultaneously would have resulted in an even match, and he might have even suffered a slight setback!
"You seem quite troubled with that broken leg, Shiki!"
Atlas laughed mercilessly. As a renowned pirate from the old era, Shiki undoubtedly possessed the same pride as Whitebeard. However, at this moment, he felt as embarrassed as he could be—with his head inserted into the rudder and legs left dangling empty, even the cunning Shiki couldn't accept his defeat.
But he also realizes that he might never get the chance to seek revenge on the Marines or even the World Government, given his diminishing strength. That's why he planned to use his intelligence to wreak havoc in East Blue more than ten years later, to release the pent-up resentment within him.
It can be said that the moment Shiki chose to vanish after escaping from Impel Down, he became a total failure!
"Damn... Marines!"
Shiki seemed to have been prodded in a sensitive spot, a hint of hatred in his eyes. Then, his pupils dilated, and a potent aura burst forth from his body. The rudder above his head even displayed signs of loosening!
Conqueror's Haki! Release!
"I've got one too, dammit!!!"
Atlas roared in anger, lifted his powerful right leg, and kicked Shiki forcefully. Conqueror's Haki also erupted from his body.
For a moment, the wind and clouds changed color, black and red lightning danced wildly, the surrounding space felt faintly distorted, and layers of invisible airwaves spread in all directions like ripples!
Boom!
Although Shiki used his Devil Fruit ability to manipulate the air, attempting to hinder Atlas's kick, Atlas's strength was too immense, and a footprint instantly appeared on his already exposed upper body!
'Just teasing you for being legless!'
Atlas smiled disdainfully, stepped forward once more, and his Kaminari slashed forward!
Clang!
The two found themselves in a stalemate once more.
Atlas remained unmoved, and there was no need to be afraid of attacks without armor color in his Martial God Body state!
Atlas remained unshaken, unfazed by attacks without Armament Haki in his Bushintai state!
Boom!
As if hitting something solid, the thick pitons peeled off layer by layer. Atlas' figure didn't even sway, but he suddenly exerted force with his hand and pushed Shiki's figure away directly.
"The Secret of One-Sword Style: Senkiri Issen!" (A Thousand Cuts in a Flash)
"I've been on the lookout for this move of yours for quite a while! Shihahaha!"
Just as Atlas moved, a colossal rock lion instantly took shape, swallowing Shiki in mid-air like a giant abyssal mouth!
Clang!
Blade sheathed!
Atlas silently moved behind Shiki like a ghost!
The massive rock lion instantly crumbled into powder, unveiling Shiki with all his hair and beard...
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