Chapter 104: Beat The Five Elders On The Ground
Fast, incredibly fast.
Chiba realized that even if Akainu were here, he wouldn't be able to defend against such a swift attack.
Suddenly, a golden aura enveloped Chiba's body.
The aura resembled a large bell, translucent and golden, with an unusual thickness.
In that moment, the black shadow crashed into the golden bell.
Boom!
With a resounding crash, the golden bell trembled, its surface dented.
Chiba's pupils contracted, cold sweat trickling down his back. He knew the strength of his golden bell defense.
What kind of power did Ethanbaron unleash with that black shadow?
Chiba was forced back by the sheer power, even with the golden bell's protection. He was pushed dozens of meters away, crashing through wall after wall before coming to a halt.
Ethanbaron, who had been seated, looked surprised. "You actually blocked it?"
"You've kept some impressive secrets."
"Yet, no matter what you have up your sleeve, you won't leave Marineford today."
With those words, Ethanbaron stood and advanced toward Chiba.
Chiba formed his hands into a pistol shape, gathering energy at his fingertips.
"Finger Pistol Dies."
In an instant, a flurry of energy bullets shot toward Ethanbaron, who deftly evaded them, swaying from side to side.
"What remarkable Observation Haki," Chiba thought as Ethanbaron swiftly closed the distance. Drawing his famous sword, a flash of light cut through Chiba's golden bell defense.
A hole appeared in the golden bell, and Chiba, alarmed, pushed his Armament Haki to its limit, grabbing the sword with his left hand and thrusting his right fist toward Ethanbaron's chest.
Simultaneously, a black shadow materialized, colliding with Chiba's fist.
Boom!
A tremendous explosion occurred as two powerful forces clashed.
The power of the 840 million spirit placenta within Chiba surged forth.
The combined might of his Armament Haki and vast energy crushed the black shadow.
With a world-shaking explosion, Ethanbaron's body twisted with shock as he was hurled hundreds of meters away by the punch.
After crashing through several buildings, he finally stopped.
Ethanbaron slowly rose, a fist mark on his chest, ribs shattered, blood trickling from his mouth. He stared at Chiba in shock.
He had anticipated Chiba's strength but hadn't expected him to be strong enough to inflict injury.
In over two years, Chiba had consumed the best pills and practiced top-tier Qi training, growing significantly stronger than the original Four Emperors.
Now, it was clear that Chiba had been holding back. Despite spending most of his time on research, his true strength was far greater than what he'd shown.
"This guy, I must capture him," Ethanbaron thought, gripping his famous sword and exuding a strange aura.
Chiba suddenly sensed an unprecedented danger, his Observation Haki warning him of the peril in continuing the fight with Ethanbaron.
Naturally, Chiba had no intention of fighting Ethanbaron now. In a few years, his God Elephant Prison-Suppressing Strength would reach the second level, greatly enhancing his Armament, Observation, and Conqueror's Haki. Facing the Five Elders then would be like a father disciplining his son.
Chiba laughed loudly. "Old man Ethanbaron, thank you."
With that, Chiba leaped into the air.
Simultaneously, countless lasers appeared, prompting Chiba to activate the golden bell defense. The lasers bombarded the bell, nearly collapsing it and halting Chiba's escape.
"You won't leave. I've set a trap here. Even with wings, you can't fly out," Ethanbaron shouted, rushing toward Chiba.
Chiba's hands formed seals, and he slammed his palms to the ground. A monstrous sand wave rose and surged toward Ethanbaron.
With a swift move, Ethanbaron broke through the sand wave, reaching Chiba's original position.
But Chiba had already vanished.
Ethanbaron used his Observation Haki to search, but Chiba was nowhere to be found.
Meanwhile, Chiba had used his Sand Dungeon bloodline power to flee underground, heading toward the sea.
After a while, Chiba emerged from the riverbed.
Thanks to his Sand Dungeon power, he had managed to escape. Otherwise, he might have been caught.
Using the Black Water True Method, Chiba summoned the Black Water True Dragon. Now, on the sea, he felt at ease. He looked at Ethanbaron in the distance and laughed. "Old man, try and catch me if you can."
Ethanbaron glared at Chiba from afar as lasers shot at him again. Chiba dove underwater, the lasers creating massive splashes.
Looking at Ethanbaron, Chiba laughed again. "Those lasers are useless. Come here yourself if you dare."
Chiba had taken a small hit from Ethanbaron earlier. Though he had retaliated with a punch, he wasn't satisfied and wanted revenge.
Ethanbaron flew toward Chiba at high speed.
"Good timing," Chiba thought, controlling a Black Water True Dragon to intercept Ethanbaron.
Ethanbaron swung his sword, slicing the dragon in half, and continued pursuing Chiba. But the dragon multiplied, encircling him.
With numerous black water dragons surrounding him, Ethanbaron slashed a path through and escaped the encirclement.
At that moment, a figure appeared above Ethanbaron.
Chiba clenched his right fist, pink Emission Armament Haki swirling, and struck Ethanbaron hard.
"Taste my iron fist," Chiba shouted, his fist powered by Armament Haki and the God Elephant Suppressing Prison Force.
A black shadow appeared on Ethanbaron's chest, crushed by Chiba's fist. Ethanbaron, despite his Armament Haki-enhanced defense, was sent flying by Chiba's punch.
The powerful impact smashed Ethanbaron's face, sending him flying back to Marineford's coast, carving a massive crater upon landing.
Ethanbaron climbed out, a fist imprint on his face, teeth missing, glaring at Chiba with a mix of shock and anger.
Chiba laughed heartily, then sighed mockingly. "You've got a thick hide. But next time, no amount of toughness will save you."
With that, Chiba urged the Black Water True Dragon toward Nine Snake Island.
Watching Chiba's mysterious dragon, Ethanbaron's face darkened. "What has he discovered? What is that black water dragon?"
"Even my Armament Haki can't destroy it. Could it be his Devil Fruit ability?"
"Impossible. A Devil Fruit user can't control water."
"Is it a water fruit?"
"Water that commands everything?"
"Or, as Sakazuki reported, has he developed a water-based technique, using true energy to control water flow?"
"If so, he's the true king of the sea."
"On land, I can suppress him slightly, but I can't stop him if he flees. At sea, I'm no match."
"Unless my strength grows further and my Devil Fruit awakens, I can't suppress him at sea."
"But awakening a fruit is easier said than done. Only two Five Elders can handle him."
And now, another problem loomed.
Ethanbaron turned to see a burly figure approaching.
It was Garp, the Naval Headquarters Vice Admiral.
"That's the real big trouble."
Ethanbaron sheathed his sword, watching Garp advance. Even he dared not act superior before this Marine hero.
"Vice Admiral Garp, you..." Ethanbaron began, but Garp struck with a punch.
Garp's punch wasn't fast—it was even slow. Ethanbaron tried to dodge, but his Observation Haki failed to track Garp's fist, and he took the blow.
Ethanbaron was sent flying by Garp's punch, and the soldiers behind Garp eyed him coldly.
Ethanbaron stood, glaring at Garp. "Garp, do you know what you're doing? How dare you hit me?"
Ethanbaron was stunned by Garp's power. He couldn't evade even a simple punch.
If Garp wanted to kill him, could he even resist?
Was Garp's strength comparable to Lord Im's?
Impossible, surely not.
Ethanbaron was deeply shaken.
Garp strode toward Ethanbaron, fists clenched, striking again. A black shadow shot at Garp, but his iron fist obliterated it. Garp's fist landed on Ethanbaron's face, sending him flying.
Ethanbaron rose once more, furious, drawing his sword and unleashing a slash.
The crescent-shaped sword energy, over 20 meters long, sliced through the void, severing mountains and earth.
The terrifying energy struck Garp instantly.
Garp's right hand was clad in a thin layer of Armament Haki, and he punched the energy.
The energy shattered instantly, and Garp advanced toward Ethanbaron, easily deflecting his attacks.
Panic seized Ethanbaron. "Vice Admiral Garp, we can talk."
Garp remained silent, approaching Ethanbaron with a grim expression.
Ethanbaron, desperate, shouted, "Sengoku, stop your Garp!"
In the marshal's office, Sengoku watched and closed the curtains, muttering, "You drove away my best successor and the Marine's top research doctor. You deserve this."
Meanwhile, a Marine entered, handing Sengoku a letter.
Sengoku opened it:
Dear Grandpa Sengoku,
Forgive my sudden departure. I've been grateful for your care all these years, but couldn't repay you. If you want advanced body exercises, ask Grandpa. I've left details on the Giant Technique and new pill formulas I've developed.
After reading, Sengoku burned the letter, touched by Chiba's words but muttering, "Little rascal, you still have some conscience."
A CP member rushed in, "Marshal Sengoku, stop Vice Admiral Garp. He's about to kill Master Ethanbaron."
"Why come to me? Garp doesn't listen. I have things to do. Handle it yourselves." Sengoku went to retrieve Chiba's gift.
On the shore, Garp had Ethanbaron pinned, punching him repeatedly. "This punch is for the Marines. You drove Chiba away, cutting off our future. Do you know Marine's progress is thanks to Chiba?"
"This punch is for the people. You delayed Marine's mission to eliminate pirates."
"This punch is for Sengoku, who worked hard to keep Chiba. You wasted his efforts."
"This punch is for his late mother. She wanted him to be a Marine. You shattered her dream."
"This punch is for me. You made Marine lose a hero and me a beloved grandson."
"This punch is for Akainu..."
Ethanbaron tolerated the others, but the one for Akainu was too much. "Akainu was killed by your grandson! Akainu would be happy Chiba's gone."
"Rubbish! Akainu wasn't perfect, but he cared for the Marine and justice. He didn't want Chiba as marshal, but he didn't want him gone."
"You just want to punch me."
"That's right, I do."
[TL/N: HAHAHAHAHA!]
Garp swung his fists, pummeling Ethanbaron.
Suddenly, reporters arrived.
Brought by someone.
They captured Garp beating Ethanbaron, the Five Elders.
Who were the Five Elders? Historical figures of the highest order.
Seeing one beaten by Garp was big news.
These daring reporters risked everything to broadcast this shocking event.
News of Garp's attack on the Five Elders spread worldwide.
Meanwhile, Kong had caught up with Hina and the others.
Chiba also reached Kong's location.
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𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙩𝙂𝙋𝙏 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙢𝙮 𝘼𝙙𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙩, 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙛𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣-𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙮, 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙣𝙪𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙤𝙡 𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨, 𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙣𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚!
👉 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽: 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙤𝙣.𝙘𝙤𝙢/𝙂𝙤𝙙𝙊𝙛𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧/𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙥