Chapter 192: Supreme Commander of the Knights of God
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The power of "Soul Shock" was determined by the Intelligence attribute.
In his ultimate form, although the values on the system panel hadn't visibly changed, all four attributes had actually increased significantly. This meant that the effect of "Soul Shock" in this ultimate form was far stronger than in his regular form.
Although Atli was powerful, even he couldn't resist and fell unconscious under its effect.
Aoki extended his hand and seized him firmly.
"Let go of Atli-sama!"
Kizaru's figure emerged, hands clasped tightly. A large amount of golden light condensed into a massive lightsaber, spanning tens of meters, slicing down toward Aoki's arm.
Atli also regained consciousness and began struggling.
Aoki ignored Kizaru's threat and exerted force with his palm.
Baji!
Like a crushed insect, Atli shattered in his grip.
[Human killed. You have gained 2,500 experience points and a Revenge Chest (two stars).]
[Congratulations, you have leveled up!]
[Congratulations, you have leveled up!]
Three consecutive system notifications echoed in his mind, showing that Aoki's patience had paid off.
The two-star Revenge Chest was due to his "Soul of Vengeance" now being at level 2.
Snap!
The enormous lightsaber slashed down, but as soon as it cut through the skin, it stopped, unable to cut further.
The two most powerful features of "Infinite Dragon Beast" were its breath and its unmatched defense.
Aoki swung his arm outward.
Boom!
The force exploded, sending shockwaves through the air. Kizaru fell like a meteor, crashing into the ruins below. The impact sent fierce winds sweeping out, and a nearby palace crumbled from the shock.
Aoki turned his attention toward the female Celestial Dragon in her elaborate palace attire, prepared to strike in a single move.
But he dismissed the thought almost immediately.
At some point, a man had appeared beside her.
This figure wore a dark-colored cloak with a hood that reached down to his ankles. His long, light-colored hair curved forward into a crescent shape that matched his similarly curved beard. He held an intricately designed sword.
Most importantly, his aura was slightly more dangerous than Kizaru's.
"The Supreme Commander of the Knights of God!"
The look was unmistakable, and Aoki recognized his identity instantly.
This was another top-level combatant.
Crash.
Figures appeared from all sides, each one emanating the noble aura of the Celestial Dragons, and began surrounding Aoki.
Aoki's gaze swept over them. "So, the entire Knights of God have been mobilized?"
"Disturbing Mary Geoise and offending the world's nobility is punishable by death!"
Saint Figarland Garling spoke coldly, his presence radiating an air of absolute authority.
The other members of the Knights of God looked equally furious, their expressions radiating murderous intent.
As the world's aristocrats and direct descendants of the Creator, they had always been elevated above all others.
But today.
In Mary Geoise, their own stronghold, Celestial Dragons had been killed, and even the Knights of God had suffered casualties.
Since the founding of the World Government, they had never faced such disgrace!
"Don't be too angry; you'll have plenty more opportunities to be furious in the future!"
Aoki punched forward, sending shockwaves rippling through the air.
Boom!
The air burst open, and layer upon layer of compressed waves formed a gigantic transparent fist print, smashing down with immense force.
Saint Figarland's face darkened, and he swiftly drew the long sword from his side.
A dark Armament Haki engulfed it, black and red lightning intertwining around the blade, making the atmosphere heavy with tension.
Boom!
The black-and-red lightning clashed as his sword met the transparent fist mid-air.
The tremendous force spread outward, cracking the ground underfoot inch by inch, and slabs of stone beneath them shattered and scattered like sheets of paper.
After a moment of deadlock, the transparent fist disintegrated, bursting into countless wind blades that tore into the ground and left deep cuts in the surrounding buildings.
A burst of sword energy shot out from the tip of the blade, wrapped in a powerful aura, and exploded into a crescent-shaped wave several meters wide, hurtling toward Aoki. Aoki punched down, compressing the air so forcefully that a transparent shield-like layer formed over his fist.
With a loud crash, the sword light shattered.
At the same time, Kizaru soared into the air, crossed his arms, and unleashed countless golden light spheres, all of them raining down on Aoki's back.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Each impact hit like a barrage of artillery shells.
Aoki staggered forward a couple of steps.
Saint Figarland and the other members of the Knights of God launched a unified attack.
"Soul Shock!"
This time, Aoki unleashed the mental attack without restricting its range, sending a powerful shockwave out in all directions with himself at the center.
All members of the Knights of God halted, blood trickling from their eyes, ears, and noses. Some of them even stumbled, collapsing to the ground from the impact.
Even Saint Figarland was momentarily stunned.
Aoki turned his gaze toward Mary Geoise's heart, where a majestic and towering castle loomed amidst the clouds.
That was Pangaea Castle.
Inside were the Five Elders, the rulers of the World Government, and Imu—the true power behind the throne.
"I'll leave you all a big gift!"
Aoki opened his mouth.
Buzz!
A small flame appeared and quickly grew into a fireball several dozen meters wide. A vortex formed at its center, swirling and compressing the flames. The fireball grew darker, and its intense energy made everyone around pale with fear.
This was Dragon's Breath.
The ultimate attack of the Infinite Dragon, in its highest form.
"Stop!"
Saint Figarland roared, abandoning his calm demeanor. He leapt forward, trying to intercept Aoki.
Boom!
Just as he jumped, the enormous fireball shot forth. Heatwaves surged, making the air itself feel like it was boiling.
Even before the fireball reached Pangaea Castle, the structure shook under its oppressive presence.
It looked as though the terrifying blast would engulf Pangaea Castle.
Suddenly, a giant warthog appeared, its body spotted, with four large tusks and black flames engulfing it.
Boom!
The warthog intercepted the fireball.
Fragments of flames scattered everywhere, some of them falling on Pangaea Castle.
Walls crumbled, rooftops collapsed, and the once-grand castle now looked slightly ruined.
"The God of Justice, Topman Warcury?"
Aoki withdrew his gaze.
The Knights of God turned to glare at him, their expressions murderous.
Aoki opened his mouth again, summoning another massive fireball.
Boom!
The fireball split apart, transforming into a rain of smaller fireballs that descended like a fiery downpour.
The Knights of God had no choice but to abandon their attack on Aoki to intercept the fireballs.
If they allowed the flames to rain down unchecked, Mary Geoise would suffer, and countless Celestial Dragons could perish.
Saint Figarland and Kizaru both rushed at Aoki.
Just then, Aoki opened his mouth again, and flames began to condense.
"Another one?"
Saint Figarland and Kizaru both looked frustrated.
How could he launch such devastating attacks in rapid succession?
A massive fireball, tens of meters in diameter, flew toward Saint Figarland and Kizaru, leaving them with no place to escape.
Boom!
The flames, compressed to their limit, burst out, spreading in every direction like an unstoppable tide.
Mary Geoise seemed to glow like a rising sun, engulfing Saint Figarland and Kizaru.
Without hesitation, Aoki turned and left.
Although the duration of his Level 2 Ultimate Form was greatly extended, it wasn't endless.
With "space travel" restricted, he had lost a critical escape option.
Gaining experience and leveling up was essential, but not at the cost of endangering himself.
The Five Elders had already intervened, and there was no guarantee they wouldn't strike back.
It was time to go!
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And also:
Imperial weapon = Teigu
Teigu = Imperial weapon