[Aizen's figure was a blur, vanishing from sight before the colossal lion's strike could land] The monstrous paw smashed into the ground, creating a deafening shockwave that tore apart the earth, sending rubble and debris flying in every direction. The towering three-headed lion, a manifestation of Golden Lion's will and Devil Fruit ability, roared with unrestrained ferocity, but its sheer size seemed cumbersome compared to Aizen's unmatched agility.
High above the battlefield, Aizen now stood atop the central lion's massive head, his white hair billowing in the violent winds. His calm, sharp eyes locked onto Golden Lion below, who glared back with unmasked fury.
"A bluff," Aizen said, his voice carrying easily through the chaos. "That's all this oversized monstrosity is, Golden Lion. A desperate attempt to intimidate me. But it only highlights your weakness."
Golden Lion's expression darkened. "Weakness? You brat! Don't think you've won just because you can run your mouth. Let's see if your strength can back up your arrogance!"
With a wave of his hand, Golden Lion commanded the lion to attack again. Its massive paw swung upward, aiming to crush Aizen like an insect. The air roared with the sheer force of its movement.
Aizen, unshaken, moved with a flash of Shunpo, disappearing once more. The lion's attack missed, smashing into the earth below and leaving a crater in its wake.
Golden Lion's Observation Haki flared, trying to pinpoint Aizen's movements. Suddenly, he found him—Aizen was now standing effortlessly on the lion's left shoulder.
"Bakudō No. 63: Sajo Sabaku."
With a calm and measured voice, Aizen extended his hand, and golden chains of energy materialized around the lion's massive body. The chains coiled tightly around the beast, binding its movements and pulling it to the ground with an earth-shattering crash.
The mighty lion struggled, its enormous limbs thrashing, but the chains held firm.
"A creature this size rampaging through my branch is unacceptable," Aizen said, looking down at Golden Lion. "I'll deal with it swiftly."
Golden Lion's eyes narrowed as he watched the display of raw power. "You're a cocky brat, I'll give you that. But do you think these tricks can stop me?"
He took a step forward, his Haki-infused presence radiating across the battlefield.
**"LION MAJESTY: EARTH COILING!"**
The ground trembled violently as Golden Lion unleashed his full might. The earth cracked and surged upward, reshaping itself into three massive lion heads that roared to life. Their movements generated powerful shockwaves that tore through the port, reducing structures to rubble and shaking the very foundation of the island.
Aizen's gaze didn't waver. "So, you've finally decided to take this seriously."
Golden Lion smirked, his confidence returning. "I don't have time for games, brat. You're too dangerous to let live. Today, I'm ending this!"
For a moment, Aizen stood still, observing the determination in Golden Lion's eyes.
"Commendable resolve," Aizen admitted, his tone almost respectful. "But that's where your strength ends. You fight for something as fleeting as hegemony and domination. Admirable, perhaps, but misguided."
Golden Lion's brow furrowed in confusion.
"I have no need for such trivial pursuits," Aizen continued, his calm voice carrying an undertone of absolute conviction. "I seek only absolute power. Everything else—whether it's hegemony or subservience—will fall into place naturally."
Golden Lion's frustration boiled over. "You arrogant bastard! Power without purpose is meaningless!"
"That's where we differ, Golden Lion," Aizen replied coldly. "And I'll show you the decisive gap between us."
Without warning, a monumental surge of Reiatsu erupted from Aizen's body. It was suffocating, a dense blue energy visible to the naked eye, radiating with such intensity that the air seemed to distort around him. The pressure was overwhelming, forcing pirates and Marines alike to their knees.
Even Golden Lion staggered slightly, his expression turning grim.
"What… What is this…?" Golden Lion growled, gritting his teeth as he struggled to withstand the crushing force.
Aizen's eyes narrowed, his Reiatsu amplifying further. "This is the power of someone who stands above all. Now, Golden Lion—prepare yourself."
As the immense pressure continued to rise, the battlefield seemed to freeze for a moment. The final clash was about to begin, and it was clear to everyone present—Golden Lion's once-dominant presence now stood on the brink of being completely overshadowed.