Kaido wielded his massive mace, its spikes glinting menacingly. He swung it with immense power, the weapon cloaked in an aura of Overlord Color Haki. The strike descended like judgment, and Satoru, recognizing its sheer destructive force, used **Cang** to vanish from the spot.
The mace slammed into the ground, shaking the entire G8 base. A massive crater formed where Satoru had stood just moments earlier. The structure trembled under the force, cracks spider-webbing across the ground. Another few strikes of this magnitude, and the base might collapse into the sea.
Satoru watched from a distance, his mind racing. _Kaido, armed, is even deadlier. His mace is a game changer. If one hit connects, I'm finished._ Despite his usual confidence, Satoru couldn't ignore the overwhelming threat Kaido posed. Protecting himself became his priority—bases could be rebuilt, but a shattered body would take far longer to recover.
"Little ghost, stop running!" Kaido roared, his voice booming like thunder. The frustration in his tone was evident.
Satoru smirked, mocking him. "What do you think I am, stupid? Why would I stand there and take your hits? I don't have a death wish, you know."
Kaido's face twisted with anger, veins bulging at the taunt. "You've made me furious now!"
Raising his mace to the stormy skies, Kaido bellowed, "Thunder Bagua!" Lightning crackled as bolts descended, wrapping around his weapon. The air became charged with energy as Kaido brought his electrified mace crashing down, sending a devastating wave of thunderous force toward Satoru.
Satoru's gaze flickered toward the port, where countless navy personnel had gathered. If he dodged, the attack would obliterate them. His jaw tightened. "Damn it, this bastard really wants to destroy everything."
Raising his hands, Satoru summoned a blue sphere of energy. "Forward Rotation Technique: Full Power!" The energy ball surged to life, creating a barrier to intercept Kaido's devastating blow. The two forces collided, the resulting shockwave obliterating abandoned buildings nearby and causing debris to rain down.
Kaido narrowed his eyes as he observed the sphere. The suction from Satoru's attack was palpable, pulling at the energy of his Thunder Bagua. A blinding light erupted, and when it dissipated, the ground between the two combatants was scorched, a testament to their raw power.
Satoru wiped sweat from his brow, his breath ragged. Despite his unlimited energy, the mental strain was immense. _I can't keep this up forever._
Kaido, however, looked unphased, his murderous intent more potent than ever. "This little brat… I'll make sure he doesn't leave here alive."
Just then, the battlefield was bathed in golden light. Streams of dazzling energy descended from above, striking Kaido with relentless precision. Explosions echoed, forcing Kaido back as the ground around him disintegrated.
A voice rang out, light and nonchalant. "Eight-foot Qiongyu."
Kaido snarled as he weathered the assault, his massive frame enduring the relentless barrage. The light finally faded, revealing a figure stepping forward—a tall man with hands in his pockets, exuding an aura of casual confidence.
"Yo, kid," Kizaru said, his drawling tone unmistakable. "Seems like you've been having a bit of trouble. Didn't expect to see you squaring off against someone this big."
Satoru glanced at the admiral, irritation and relief mixed in his expression. "Trouble? He dropped on me out of nowhere! What was I supposed to do, invite him for tea?"
Kizaru chuckled. "Well, either way, you've done well holding him off this long. Leave the rest to me."
Satoru stepped back, exhaustion etched on his face. "Fine by me. Just make sure you finish the job."
Kaido emerged from the smoke, his mace resting on his shoulder. Despite the laser strikes, his body was unscathed. Instead of anger, a twisted grin spread across his face.
"Well, this is getting interesting," Kaido said, his voice filled with excitement. His blood boiled at the prospect of fighting someone as powerful as Kizaru. His fighting spirit surged, transforming him into an even more ferocious opponent.
The clash between Kaido and Kizaru seemed inevitable, and the air crackled with tension. As the Admiral prepared to engage the Beast of the Sea, Satoru watched, knowing that the battle ahead would be nothing short of catastrophic.