"In that case, I'll make you happy..."
As his last words echoed, Byrnndi World vanished instantly, leaving only an elusive afterimage and... a small crater.
Soru!
"More More Jubai Soku (More More Tenfold Speed)!"
As if teleporting, he abruptly materialized beside Enel, wielding a lengthy knife.
For the formidable, mastering the power-generating techniques of the Rokushiki becomes a breeze once their physical prowess meets the standard. However, in high-stakes battles, the conventional Rokushiki lose their significant impact.
Similar to Atlas, the Rokushiki has become an integral part of every move for Byrnndi World, serving as a physical technique. The primary attack method still revolves around derivative moves or secrets of the Rokushiki.
On the flip side, Byrnndi World utilized the technique to achieve a ten-fold speed boost, moving so swiftly that Enel struggled to even perceive his movements.
"Old man, don't underestimate me!"
Having learned his lesson, Enel now enveloped the entire Groseade with Observation Haki, enhanced by the Rumble-Rumble Fruit. Enel's innate talent in Observation Haki was remarkable, extending his radiation range several times beyond that of Smoker.
Consequently, Byojack, perched on World's shoulder, had a clear view of the unfolding events. Yet, World seized no time to let Enel fume. He simply raised the long knife in his hand and aimed to cut Enel in half.
"More More Hyakubai Giri (More More Hundredfold Slash)!"
The once normal-sized knife suddenly transformed into an enormous blade, instantly extending as it slashed horizontally. It was imbued with armament, creating a horrifying scream in the air.
Both the size and slashing speed of the knife were increased hundredfold from their original state!
This incredible power caused Enel's eyelids to twitch uncontrollably.
"Soru Raikō (Lightning Light)!"
Boom—!
A jolting sound.
Thunder erupted beneath Enel's feet, and the destructive force pierced through the deck, vanishing after reaching the ship's bottom.
Enel, however, altered his body shape and appeared directly behind the knife, eliminating the need to block it this time.
Fortunately, this guy can't amplify things like Haki or physical strength by fifty or even a hundred times. Even with the armament-colored covering, only the top part of the blade was wrapped in Haki. Otherwise, with the doubled size of the long knife, World might deplete his Haki after just a few uses.
"Oh? You know how to use Soru too? That's right, you are a Marine, Barororo!"
Soru
As a Marine who graduated from the recruitment camp and underwent personal training from Zephyr, Enel has delved into the Rokushiki. However, unlike Atlas, he didn't master all moves but selectively learned a few.
Similar to Tekkai and Kami-e, as a Logia user capable of elementalizing, he naturally doesn't need to learn them. Geppo is optional, and Rumble-Rumble Fruit itself allows him to fly in the air. As for using magnetic fields for instant movement, although Atlas had introduced the concept to him, the knowledge base and the fruit's development were insufficient to support such a move.
As a prerequisite skill for Geppo, Enel naturally hasn't fallen behind. Combining it with the fruit's ability is a basic operation.
"Vari: Ichioku Boruto (Electric Discharge:100,000,000 V )!"
Despite just escaping danger, Enel showed no intention of retreating. He placed one hand directly on the huge blade, and the power of thunder and lightning surged from his hand. The pale arcs rampaged like a beast choosing its prey, following the long blade towards World to engulf him.
"More More Return!"
World promptly unleashes the fruit's power, and the blade instantly reverts to its normal size.
Pity—
It's already a step too late.
The fierce thunder clings like gangrene to the bone, and disabling the ability will only hasten the moment of being struck by the thunder.
Seeing that evasion was no longer an option, World simply discards the long knife in his hand. Simultaneously, he envelops his arm in Armament Haki and catches the arc with his bare hands.
"——!!"
Electric arcs dance all over his body, and a numbing sensation takes over. World suddenly freezes in place.
One hundred million volts currently marks the maximum current that Enel can unleash. Even with World's instantaneous and decisive reaction, discarding the long knife, he still felt the impact of the current.
"World..."
Byojack sensed the firmness beneath him, his heart softened, and he couldn't help but glance worriedly at World.
Aboard the Ryu-Sen.
Jinbei already cradled the unconscious Sebastian in his arms, standing calmly beside Atlas. Despite World providing Sebastian an opening initially, the disparity in strength couldn't be bridged by such a minor interference. Whether on land or at sea, Sebastian had no chance of winning.
It was only a matter of time before Jinbei would catch up with him.
"Considering the situation, World appears to be at a disadvantage?" Jinbei observed the battle with a surprised expression.
'That's it?'
'Is this renowned pirate being treated with such caution by the Marines?'
'Is it really as Atlas claimed, just a reputation-dependent pretender?!'
"Judging by the looks of it, this guy seems to have lost his wits ever since he got duped by the World Government," Atela sneered.
Byrnndi World is now nothing more than a trapped beast, unleashing its destructive desires recklessly. The allure of the World Destroyer has long faded. Dealing with someone like Enel requires employing this kind of mysterious strategy.
"Is this guy a fruit ability?"
Atlas took a moment to glance at the half-dead Sebastian in Jinbei's hands and asked in a calm tone.
Jinbei's heart suddenly trembled at this question, but he still responded in a deep voice, "No, it should be a mix of fish-men and giants."
"Oh? That's fine, just kill him."
"…Understood."
Aboard the Groseade.
"El Thor (God's Judgment)!"
Enel was ecstatic seeing World paralyzed. He continued moving his hands, and his thick wrist transformed into thunder, swinging towards World.
And the target... is World's head.
"That's all, old guy."
Just when Enel was reveling in his triumph, a shadow suddenly engulfed him, and cold words pierced his ears.
"More More Hyakubai Soku (More More Hundredfold Speed)!"
Boom—! ! !
Before Enel could react, a fist adorned in armament colors had already struck him, knocking him to the ground with a shocked expression.
This speed is only slightly inferior to Kizaru.
There's simply no way Enel can resist it now.
Speed is power. With the blessing of such high speed, the already formidable World becomes even more terrifying. Enel loses his ability to resist almost instantly!
World vs. Enel.
Absolutely brutal! !
"Goodbye, kid!"
World laughed ferociously, his palms as sharp as knives, striking hard at Enel, who had lost the ability to fight! !
"Ah, I apologize for my subordinates... but it's not your turn to teach them a lesson."
A foot wrapped in black and red Haki obstructed World's sole path, resisting and preventing any advancement.
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