Novel Lived
Chapter 350: Chapter 350: Three Admirals!
Chapter 350: Chapter 350: Three Admirals!
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Aokiji's tone was calm as he addressed Naruto and Kizaru, gesturing subtly toward the chaos ahead. His demeanor betrayed none of the frustration bubbling beneath the surface.
"The situation this time is unprecedented. Two Celestial Dragons have been killed. The pressure on Sengoku must be unimaginable," he said evenly.
"Our deployment as the three Admirals serves not only to showcase the Marines' commitment but also to alleviate the burden on our brothers and sisters. It's a show of force, meant to reassure and contain."
The structure of the Marines had always been an unspoken balance of power.
There were three major factions:
The radicals, represented by Akainu, believed in absolute justice and harsh measures against pirates.
The neutralists, represented by Kizaru, operated with a detached pragmatism, neither leaning too far nor too lax in enforcement.
And the stabilizers, represented by Sengoku, were the epitome of order and calculated decisions, aiming for long-term strategies.
Though these factions often diverged in philosophy, they shared a common goal of maintaining the Marine's supremacy.
Despite this unity, the stabilizers held the most power, with Sengoku commanding a strong alliance that included Garp, Tsuru, and Aokiji himself.
Kizaru, nodded thoughtfully, and accepted Aokiji's explanation without question.
"True, the Sabaody Archipelago has always been a hotspot. Sending us here shows how serious this has become. It might have prevented future headaches if we had acted earlier." Aokiji's expression tightened ever so slightly.
"Headaches" didn't begin to describe the effort he had put into preempting this disaster.
His attempts to shield the Celestial Dragons from any pirate activity had included deploying an extensive sweep of the Sabaody Archipelago and even securing approval from the World Government to limit the nobles' movements.
And yet, despite all this, Colt had arrived at the worst possible moment, throwing everything into disarray.
The timing was a cruel irony.Nôv(el)B\\jnn
If Sasori and Deidara hadn't persuaded Colt to change his route, the encounter with the Celestial Dragons might never have occurred.
But fate had aligned differently.
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On the Sabaody Archipelago.
Colt strolled leisurely through the port, entirely unbothered by the chaos erupting around him.
With Nami, Robin, and Perona by his side, he seemed more like a casual traveler than the cause of a worldwide uproar.
The island, however, was far from calm.
News of the Celestial Dragons' deaths had spread like wildfire, igniting panic among the locals and Marines stationed there.
The air buzzed with tension as squads of soldiers scrambled to regain control.
Colt's voice appeared calm and confident.
"After so much practice, it's time for some real combat." His eyes glinted as he turned to the women accompanying him.
"Nami, Robin, I'll leave these Marines to you. Show them what you've learned."
Nami's eyes lit up with excitement. She gripped a kunai tightly and sprinted toward the Marine ranks, her movements swift and precise.
Having sparred mostly with Robin during training, this was her first chance to face a serious opponent.
"Open fire!" a Marine officer barked, his voice commanding and sharp.
The soldiers followed orders, unleashing a volley of bullets at the advancing kunoichi. But Nami was faster. With Chakra reinforcing her legs, she blurred out of sight, appearing before the soldiers almost instantly. Her speed was a blur, her precision impeccable. Robin, not to be outdone, activated her [Flower-Flower Fruit] ability. Dozens of arms sprouted from the Marines, subduing them with elegant efficiency. While her attacks were non-lethal, they were no less effective. Robin's compassion kept her hand from delivering fatal blows, even in the heat of battle.
Above them, Perona floated in the air, her ghostly abilities adding a surreal edge to the skirmish. Spectral clones of her spirit passed through the Marines, leaving them paralyzed and consumed by despair.
Colt watched the scene with approval, nodding as the three women quickly overwhelmed the Marines.
"Their teamwork has improved," he muttered to himself, a hint of pride in his voice.
In mere moments, the battlefield was silent, the Marines utterly incapacitated. But the calm was short-lived.
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A New Challenger Arrived.
The air crackled with energy as several artillery shells exploded around them. From the clearing smoke, a figure emerged: Kizaru, with his trademark indifference.
"How scary," Kizaru remarked, his voice dripping with mockery.
"Killing the Celestial Dragons? Truly impressive. You've managed to turn the world upside
down."
The remaining Marines cheered at the sight of the Admiral.
"Admiral Kizaru is here! We're saved!"
But their relief was premature. Moments later, the air temperature dropped dramatically.
Ice spread across the ground in intricate patterns as Aokiji appeared, riding his bicycle lazily toward the scene.
"This lineup is insane," one Marine muttered, his voice trembling with awe.
The arrival of two Admirals was intimidating enough.
But as the clouds above began to swirl ominously, another figure joined them: Naruto,
standing beside Aokiji with a smirk.
Kizaru looked unimpressed but calm. "Three Admirals and one is the Golden Fox... quite the reception. I suppose it's only fair, given the trouble you've caused."
Colt's gaze swept over the trio, his expression unwavering.
He gestured for Nami, Robin, and Perona to step back.
Perona hesitated, fear flickering in her eyes. "We should run... It's three Admirals after all!"
Robin and Nami, however, seemed unfazed. They exchanged a glance, their confidence in Colt
unshaken.
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Colt raised a hand, silencing any further discussion. His eyes turned to the sky, his expression
unreadable.
"Why is he here?" Colt muttered under his breath.
"Who?" Kizaru asked, curiosity flashing across his face.
Colt didn't respond immediately. Instead, he raised his head higher, his frown deepening.
Suddenly, the sky split open.
A surge of Conqueror's Haki swept across the battlefield like a tidal wave. The Marines collapsed where they stood, unconscious from the sheer force of the aura.
Kizaru's expression finally shifted, his usual nonchalance giving way to alarm. "What...?"
A colossal Susanoo descended from the heavens, its immense form casting a shadow over the battlefield. It landed with a thunderous impact, standing imposingly between Colt and the
Admirals.
As the blue Susanoo faded, a figure emerged. A long-haired man clad in red armor stepped
forward, his presence exuding arrogance and authority.
"Who's this?" Kizaru muttered, narrowing his eyes. Colt's lips curled into a smirk. "You'll see soon enough."