"Hey! Old hag! Let's give them a big one!"
Kaido, disregarding the risk of injury, forced Nami and Fujitora back and made his way to Charlotte Linlin. His voice, imbued with the power of Conqueror's Haki, snapped Linlin back to full consciousness.
"Oh? Interesting, let's do it."
Charlotte Linlin's eyes, bloodshot and wild, gleamed with a chilling smile as she stretched out her hand, and Homies Napoleon returned to her side.
"Buzz!!!"
Charlotte Linlin raised her broadsword, and Kaido lifted his mace. The atmosphere crackled with the raw power of their combined Conqueror's Haki, roaring wildly. The sheer intensity of their Haki made it impossible for anyone to intervene.
"Be careful!"
Fujitora, with his Ultimate Observation Haki, sensed the impending danger and shouted a warning.
"Clang!"
The next moment, Kaido's mace and Charlotte Linlin's broadsword collided violently. The power of the two Four Emperors merged, creating a terrifying surge of energy that suddenly exploded.
"Bang!!!"
A violent black and purple energy ball formed, radiating with unmatched, terrifying energy, expanding rapidly toward everyone on the battlefield.
The atmosphere crackled and tore under the immense pressure. Nami, Kuzan, Hancock, Gion, and the rest of the Entei Pirates braced themselves against the oncoming force. Even Kaido's and Linlin's own crews felt the overwhelming surge, realizing the devastating potential of their leaders' combined attack.
The energy ball expanded, ripping through the air with a thunderous roar. Debris and rubble flew in all directions as the ground beneath the battlefield began to crack and splinter. The sheer force of the blast sent shockwaves across the battlefield, making even the most seasoned warriors stagger.
Kaido and Linlin, standing at the epicenter, reveled in their unleashed power. Their combined might was a testament to their status as Four Emperors, unrivaled in their destructive capabilities. The clash of their Haki-infused weapons created a spectacle of raw, unadulterated power.
"Is this the true power of the Four Emperors?" Nami muttered, her voice barely audible over the roar of the explosion. Despite her injuries, she knew that this was a critical moment.
Kuzan, Hancock, and Gion regrouped, their faces set with determination. They knew they had to counter this overwhelming force. With their combined abilities and strategic prowess, they prepared to face the terrifying energy ball head-on.
The battlefield was now a maelstrom of chaos and power, with the Entei Pirates and their enemies locked in a struggle that would determine the fate of this epic confrontation. The explosive energy ball, born from the fury of Kaido and Charlotte Linlin, was the ultimate test of strength, resilience, and willpower.
"Boom!!!"
"Sizzle! Sizzle! Sizzle!"
A massive and terrifying energy wave descended upon the battlefield with unmatched ferocity. The enormous elliptical wave was shrouded in a thick, black-purple film, so dense it seemed almost suffocating. Violent black-purple lightning interwove to form this horrifying film, turning it into a dark, ink-like mass. This was the full force of the Conqueror's Haki from two Four Emperors, Charlotte Linlin and Kaido, combined with the might of the giant clan's strongest attack, Elbaf's legendary spear, A combined attacked-Hakai.
In this moment, Charlotte Linlin and Kaido held nothing back. Their Conqueror's Haki-Infusion and martial prowess reached their absolute peak. The resulting energy wave was more terrifying than any seen before, even surpassing the Hakai from the original story.
Throughout the history of the sea, the pinnacle of combat power has been known as the "King-level battle record." Pirate King Gol D. Roger at his peak, Whitebeard at his prime, and the ultimate overlord of that era, Rocks D. Xebec, all epitomized this level of power. Though formidable, the current Four Emperors could rival this legendary strength. Since Gol D. Roger's death sparked the Great Pirate Era, pirate power has surged to unprecedented heights.
The combined might of the Four Emperors today surpasses even that of Roger's time, a fact recognized by all. This reality forced the World Government to take drastic measures, forming the Seven Warlords of the Sea and aligning them with the Naval Headquarters to counterbalance the Four Emperors.
The Four Emperors ruled the New World with emperor-like authority due to their terrifying strength and influence. Just as top Admiral-class fighters like Kuzan and Kizaru could defeat a Four Emperor when working together, two Four Emperors could challenge even the legendary Roger. This was when their powers weren't fully integrated.
Now, Charlotte Linlin and Kaido of the Beasts had combined their Haki and their Attack almost perfectly, creating an attack power far beyond even the peak levels of Roger and Whitebeard. Facing such a devastating attack, Kuzan, despite his level of strength, would be instantly overwhelmed.
"Ah, this is troublesome."
Kuzan's forehead dripped with sweat.
"There is no time to dodge, so we can only go ahead?"
Fujitora's forehead mirrored the sweat on Kuzan's. Under such an attack, even his Ultimate Observation Haki was useless. The combined Conqueror's Haki of the two Four Emperors nullified any chance for Observation Haki to function effectively.
With Observation Haki rendered ineffective, finding a suitable escape route in such a short time was impossible. Blindly dodging would only lead to certain defeat. The only viable option was to work together to block this overwhelming attack.
"Let's combine our strengths," Kuzan said with resolve.
Fujitora nodded, and the two Admirals prepared to face the devastating energy wave head-on. Their combined Haki and abilities would be put to the ultimate test in this desperate moment.
"Block for a moment, and I can activate the power of the Door-Door Fruit!" Nojiko shouted, her voice cutting through the chaos.
"Don't think about leaving! Black Rose!" Queen gritted his teeth as he, alongside the remaining Beasts Pirates cadres and the participating Charlotte family cadres, risked serious injury from Vivi's Sand-Sand Fruit. They swarmed her, attempting to restrict her movements.
In the distance, the Flame Disaster King transformed into his Dragon-Dragon Fruit - Ancient Species - Pteranodon form and joined the fray. His strength, nearing that of an Admiral, made him a formidable adversary. Among the vice-captains of the Four Emperors Pirates, he was second only to Ben Beckman, making him the strongest below the Admiral level in the sea.
Facing Vivi, who had just entered the Admiral level, King held his own, prolonging the fight. Kaya, without her Black Flash, was not as powerful as King. As Queen and the others engaged, Vivi, Kaya, and Nojiko found themselves in a tough battle, their main target being Nojiko. They had to restrict the power of her Door-Door Fruit. If the Entei Pirates took this blow, even if they survived, several would be gravely injured. This was the last hope for the Beasts Pirates and BIG-MOM Pirates to turn the tide before Ace arrived.
"I still have the power of the Door-Door Fruit here!" Hancock exclaimed, pulling a talisman bag from her arms.
"Don't even think about it! Linlin!" Kaido's eyes flashed red with Observation Haki as he roared. Charlotte Linlin opened her terrifying bloody mouth and joined in. Their combined Conqueror's Haki roared through the battlefield.
"Boom!!!"
The violent wind from their combined Haki made the demonic factor light spot in Hancock's talisman bag flicker and fail to activate. The roar of two Four Emperors' Conqueror's Haki nullified any Devil Fruit ability temporarily.
Kuzan, Gion, Nami, and Hancock looked at the terrifying black and purple energy wave approaching them with utmost solemnity. Kaido had anticipated their strategy, knowing they could use Ace's power to harness other Devil Fruits' abilities. Blocking the Gate-Gate Fruit's power left them with no choice but to face the blow head-on.
"Everyone, fight hard," Nami said, stepping forward. Her entire body transformed into a terrifying thunder, and her Conqueror's Haki surged.
"Understood, Vice Captain," Kuzan responded, exhaling Ultimate freezing air. His fists turned into black ice gloves.
"Boom!"
Hancock followed, her Conqueror's Haki surging and infused with the power of the Sweet-Sweet Fruit.
"The vice-captain's order is absolute. I will serve as the first line," Fujitora said, his voice deep as he activated Armament Haki and the power of the Gravity-Gravity Fruit.
"Roar!" Gion let out a tiger roar, and the White Tiger Winds began to gather.
"Go! What are the Four Emperors?! We are the cadres of the future king of the world!" Nami's voice was full of determination as she faced the attack head-on.
"Hoo!" Everyone roared, unleashing their full strength.
The black and purple energy wave crashed into them.
"Buzz!"
For a moment, time seemed to stand still.
Then, "Boom!!!"
Violent fluctuations swept across the entire Wanokuni core area. The terrifying energy tore the earth to pieces, creating vast cracks. Even King and Queen, with their combat power, fled, avoiding the energy's aftermath. At the center of the explosion, an exaggerated mushroom cloud slowly rose into the sky, a testament to the overwhelming power that had been unleashed.
"Nami!"
Kaya's voice trembled as she stared at the terrifying fluctuations erupting from the energy center and the exaggerated mushroom cloud rising into the sky. Anxiety gripped her heart, knowing that even with her awakened healing fruit ability, she couldn't intervene or gauge the situation inside. Nami was her first friend, and among all the girls, Kaya, Vivi, and Nami shared the closest bond.
Hancock, also Ace's woman, had become less domineering since their initial meeting, her harsh exterior merely a protective mask for herself and her sisters. Kaya had grown to appreciate Hancock as well. Fujitora and Kuzan were also vital fighters for Ace, and now their fate was uncertain. Kaya's eyes filled with tears.
"Black Flash!"
With a roar, Kaya unleashed her strongest move again, the Black Flash.
"Damn it! Get out of the way!" King, his eyes bloodshot, roared as he faced the terrifying move.
"Don't think about escaping! Bastard!!!" Vivi and Nojiko's eyes were also red with fury. The uncertainty of Nami and the others' fate fueled their anger. It was these enemies' obstruction that prevented Nojiko from using the Door-Door Fruit's power.
"Go to hell!!!" Vivi's eyes blazed with rage as the power of the Sand-Sand Fruit erupted in a super explosion. The terrifying force momentarily immobilized King and his cohorts.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!" Nojiko's sniper rifle fired continuously. Her shots, though slightly weaker, aimed to block the movements of King and others, creating opportunities for Kaya's attack.
"Go to hell!!!" Kaya's angelic face twisted with rage as she thrust her right hand forward.
"Black Flash!"
"Puff!" Blood spurted from King and Queen's mouths as they collided head-on with Kaya's Black Flash, unable to escape Vivi and Nojiko's blockade. The terrifying power of Black Flash overwhelmed them, even King, the Flame Disaster, who was known as the strongest below the Admiral level on the sea.
"Hoo! Hoo!" Kaya's healing fruit ability quickly mended her injuries, but her forehead was covered with cold sweat, and her angelic face looked haggard. After using Black Flash twice in a row, she was nearing her limit. Yet, Kaya couldn't falter now. She needed to use her healing powers to aid her friends.
Raising her pretty face stubbornly, Kaya looked towards the mushroom cloud, determination burning in her eyes.
"Well done, Kaya."
A familiar voice echoed from within the mushroom cloud, bringing expressions of surprise and joy to the faces of Kaya, Vivi, and Nojiko. In stark contrast, Kaido's face turned grim.
"Huh!"
A powerful gust of wind blew away the mushroom cloud and dust, revealing the scene inside. Standing before Nami and the others was a slender figure, and an air door floated in the atmosphere. Remarkably, the entire area seemed to have transformed into a folding shield, protecting everyone behind it.
Nika! The power to create things out of nothing and fight at will!
"You took good care of my crew, Kaido, Charlotte. Linlin."
Ace looked up at the two Yonko, a confident smile gracing his face.
"Flame Emperor!!!" Kaido roared, his fury palpable.
"Ace!" The girls cried out in unison, their voices filled with relief and excitement.
"Ah, it's really thrilling, Captain," Kuzan remarked, wiping the sweat from his forehead and scratching his head.
They had felt the terrifying energy surge the moment it approached. Thankfully, the five Admiral-level fighters managed to absorb most of the impact. Nami and Hancock, with their Conqueror's Haki-Infusion, were initially able to mitigate some of the damage. However, prolonged exposure would have inevitably led to severe injuries. Kuzan and Fujitora had been prepared to take on the brunt of the attack, but Ace's timely arrival changed everything. Utilizing the power of the Door-Door Fruit and Nika's incredible abilities, Ace isolated the remaining energy fluctuations.
"Kaido, Linlin, it's been a long time since we last met."
Another chuckle was heard, accompanied by a majestic flash of black and purple Conqueror's Haki.
"Rayleigh!" Kaido's expression soured further upon seeing the figure wrapped in Conqueror's Haki.
The Entei Pirates, in full force, had arrived! King and Queen had also been knocked down.
Damn! It seems like we've reached a dead end!
"It's time to change the game, Kaido, Charlotte Linlin. Let me show you how big this world truly is."
Ace's words carried an undeniable weight of authority, causing Kaido and Charlotte Linlin's expressions to freeze.
"You two, Versus Me."
Ace's commanding tone left no room for defiance, and both Kaido and Charlotte Linlin knew they were facing a force unlike any they had encountered before.