章 234: Chapter 234
[New Translation!! [Warhammer: Starting as a Planetary Governor]
Surrounded by the patrol ships, the Sweet Commander's pirate ship slowly sailed to the front of the Endless Dream.
"Hey! Warlord of the Sea, I'm Charlotte Snack. Totland isn't a place for people like you. Go back to where you belong!"
Snack stood at the bow of his ship, flanked by elite pirates, shouting dominantly toward Zyhark and his crew.
After all, Zyhark still carried the title of Warlord of the Sea, and his strength was not to be underestimated. A direct conflict could cause significant damage to Totland. Even though Big Mom had given orders to deal with them however he wished, Snack wanted to avoid unnecessary hostility.
Everyone in the New World had their own influence and power. Who knew? There might even be opportunities for cooperation in the future.
In this sense, Snack lived up to his reputation as a Sweet Commander in Big Mom's crew.
"Apologies, but we're here specifically to meet with your captain. We won't be turning back until we've achieved our goal," Zyhark calmly stated as he eyed Snack, who was posturing aggressively.
Zyhark knew very little about Snack compared to the more renowned Sweet Commanders like Katakuri. He only knew that Snack had once been defeated by the Supernova Monk Urouge, and that his primary weapon was the large sword strapped to his back. Other details, such as his Haki or Devil Fruit abilities, were unclear.
"You want to meet Mama?" Snack's expression darkened with suspicion. "Let's see some proof of your sincerity first."
"Sincerity?"
"Don't play dumb! If you don't have any precious treasures, do you really think you can meet Mama?"
With just a few words, Zyhark's crew understood what Snack was implying.
"Huh? We need to offer treasures to meet some old hag? Your elephant nose must be clogged with water!" Aqua, ever hot-headed, was the first to jump in, pointing at Snack's long nose in anger.
She was the Goddess of Water—why would she need to give gifts to meet anyone?
"What a joke!"
Escanor, towering and muscular, chuckled softly while rubbing his chin. "Such arrogance... quite fitting for an Emperor of the Sea."
Given the likelihood of a conflict, Zyhark had deliberately approached in the morning to ensure the best conditions for a fight.
"So, you're planning to force your way in, huh?" Snack's face darkened as he slowly raised his arm and gripped the hilt of his large sword.
The surrounding patrol ships followed suit, adjusting their cannons to aim directly at the Endless Dream. With just one command from Snack, a barrage of heavy cannon fire would reduce the ship to splinters.
Under the threatening glares of the pirates, Zyhark remained silent for a few moments before replying calmly, "If that's the only option besides giving tribute, then yes."
He had anticipated the possibility of a fight on this mission. Since Big Mom's crew clearly saw themselves as high and mighty, there was no need for further negotiation.
It was time to fight!
Boom! Boom! Boom!
The moment Snack unsheathed his sword, the pirates didn't hesitate. Cannons roared from ten patrol ships, unleashing a storm of black cannonballs!
For an ordinary pirate ship, such a close-range barrage would be deadly, but the Endless Dream wasn't just any ship. It was a marvel, praised even by the world's greatest shipwrights!
The ship's mast began to glow with blue light as the Endless Dream's automated defense system activated.
Locking onto the cannonballs with precision, the ship's hidden electromagnetic turrets emerged from beneath its steel panels.
Electric arcs danced through the air as the turrets fired, sweeping through the barrage of cannonballs with laser-like accuracy.
Boom!
The explosions sent scorching waves and thick smoke billowing into the sky, but the sea surrounding the Endless Dream remained calm and undisturbed within a ten-meter radius!
"Escanor, would you mind teaching that rude fellow a lesson?" Zyhark glanced at Escanor, standing nearby.
Though it seemed like overkill, it would be a good opportunity for Escanor to get a taste of the Haki-based combat that dominated the pirate world. And with the sun rising higher, Escanor's strength would only grow.
"Understood."
Escanor had no objections and, unlike the shameless Aqua, didn't even think to demand a reward for his efforts.
With the golden battle-axe Rita slung over his shoulder, Escanor calmly stepped forward to the bow of the ship, looking down at Snack's pirate ship across the water.
"Hey, Escanor, want me to send you over there?" Aqua offered helpfully, with an ulterior motive. "As for compensation, well..."
"Thank you, Miss Aqua, but I don't think your assistance is necessary at this distance," Escanor politely declined before she could finish her sentence.
Bending his knees slightly, he launched himself into the air with explosive force, shooting through the air like a cannonball toward Snack's ship.
"What arrogance! Rejecting the help of a goddess—he's truly insufferable!" Aqua grumbled, frustrated that her moneymaking scheme had failed.
"This should be fun... Escanor's first real battle in this world, meow."
Meowth had somehow acquired a cold soda and was now lounging on the deck, kicking back to watch the show with casual ease.
Having seen Escanor's full power in the past, Meowth couldn't imagine any scenario where Snack would prevail.
In contrast, King's expression was much more serious.
But his concern wasn't for Escanor's safety.
"How long will I have to train before I can unleash such terrifying explosive power?" King thought, eyes focused on Escanor.
"Meowth, Kanna wants cold soda too!"
Kanna, completely uninterested in the battle, ran over to Meowth, eager to share in the drink.
Without hesitation, Meowth handed over the soda and even offered her a special bag of chips from Alabasta. Like everyone else in the crew, he had long since succumbed to Kanna's cuteness.
While the crew of the Endless Dream remained relaxed, the tension aboard Snack's ship was palpable.
With a thunderous crash, the muscular figure of Escanor landed on the deck, splintering the wooden boards beneath his feet.
The elite pirates immediately brandished their weapons, preparing for battle.
"Well, hello there, pirate with the strange nose," Escanor said, standing amidst the smoke, his battle-axe resting casually on one shoulder. "I'm Escanor. Are you prepared for your defeat?"
"Some nobody who doesn't even have a bounty, talking nonsense!" Snack barked, stepping forward, his entire body radiating fierce battle intent.
Despite his Observation Haki sensing that Escanor was no ordinary foe, as one of the Four Sweet Commanders under Big Mom, he wasn't going to be easily intimidated.
Without further words, Snack attacked first, charging at Escanor with blinding speed, his massive sword coated in Advanced Armament Haki aimed straight for Escanor's neck!
Clang!
The clash of steel rang out as sparks flew from the impact.
Snack's eyes widened in shock as a bead of sweat formed on his forehead.
The power behind this man was like an immovable mountain!
From Snack's perspective, the sight of Escanor, surrounded by scorching heat, resembled a monstrous figure with glowing red eyes standing against a dark backdrop—far more terrifying than expected.
"What's wrong? Don't tell me this is your limit?" Escanor's voice was slow and filled with arrogance as he blocked Snack's attack with one hand.
"For a guy like you to not have a bounty... unbelievable!"
Snack, not willing to be outdone, focused all his strength. His sword, now fully imbued with a stronger layer of Armament Haki, turned pitch black, pushing harder against Escanor.
With renewed power, Snack's sword began to press Escanor back, the force pushing him across the deck.
"I see... so this is what Zyhark mentioned—Armament Haki, a technique to enhance offensive power…"
Escanor wasn't particularly bothered by being pushed back. Instead, he carefully studied Snack's use of Haki, analyzing the technique with calm detachment.
He even leaned his face closer to the blackened blade, trying to get a better look.
Snack responded by launching several candy bombs at him.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
The powerful explosions engulfed Escanor's head in thick smoke.
"Snack Chip Missile!"
Following up, Snack spat out several chip-shaped projectiles that exploded upon impact with Escanor's body, sending sparks flying.
The resulting force sent Escanor staggering backward several meters. He almost crashed into the ship's railing before firmly planting his feet to stop himself from falling overboard.
"Well done, Snack-sama! You've got that arrogant fool on the ropes!"
"Yeah, pay for your foolishness, daring to challenge Snack-sama!"
The elite pirates cheered, their weapons in hand, though they didn't seem inclined to actually join the fight.
However, as the smoke cleared, Snack remained tense, gripping his sword tightly and watching Escanor's form.
Experienced warriors like Snack could gauge an opponent's strength after just a few exchanges.
There was no way this man was so easily defeated!
"You're able to conjure candy and chips out of nowhere. This must be part of your Devil Fruit powers, yes?"
Wielding his golden battle-axe, Escanor casually brushed away the lingering smoke as he emerged unscathed.
His face and body bore no signs of injury, though his shirt had been completely destroyed, revealing his perfectly chiseled muscles.
"Sorry, but when it comes to chips, I prefer something less greasy," Escanor remarked nonchalantly as he stood just a meter away from Snack, showing no signs of preparing to defend himself.
"A fascinating opponent... someone worthy of defeating," Snack muttered under his breath, a fierce smile tugging at his lips.
With renewed vigor, the two warriors clashed once again, sparks flying from their weapons as they exchanged blow after blow.
After dozens of rounds, the force of Escanor's strikes caused cracks to form along Snack's blade, and the pressure from Escanor's growing strength left Snack's hands bleeding from the impact.
It was clear that Snack was losing ground.
What terrified Snack even more was that Escanor's strength seemed to be increasing with each passing moment. The heat radiating from his body was growing more intense, and his power was becoming overwhelming.
Perhaps Snack would never figure out that this bizarre phenomenon was due to the sun above their heads.
With the sun on his side, Escanor's strength was absolute. Snack stood no chance.
Unsurprisingly, Snack was soon overpowered. A single Cruel Sun sent him flying across the deck, crashing through the walls of the ship's cabin with enough force to reduce the structure to rubble.
Lying in the wreckage, Snack coughed up blood, looking pitiful compared to his earlier arrogance.
Snack, one of the Four Sweet Commanders, had been defeated.
The elite pirates, who had witnessed the battle up close, trembled in fear.
Now, staring at the man standing amidst the rising heatwaves, they couldn't hide the terror in their eyes.
Overwhelmed by fear, they began to retreat, none daring to get close to Escanor.
For his part, Escanor paid them no mind. He was only interested in his fallen opponent, and he approached Snack with his battle-axe in hand.
As a new member of Zyhark's crew, Escanor wanted to prove his worth by contributing to the mission.
However, just as he was about to finish Snack off, Escanor sensed something and stopped, turning to look at the far corner of the pirate ship.
There, sitting casually on the railing, was a man with a thick scarf wrapped around his neck, watching the battle with an air of nonchalance.
"Sorry about my little brother. Could you spare him this time?"
The man spoke slowly, his voice deep and magnetic as he played with some candy in his hand.
"It's Katakuri-sama! Katakuri-sama is here!!"
The elite pirates, who had been retreating in fear, were suddenly revitalized, shouting excitedly.
To them, Snack was a towering mountain, but Katakuri was a legend—a warrior who had never let his back touch the ground in battle.
"Oh, so you're his brother?"
Escanor eyed Katakuri warily. His keen combat instincts told him that this man was on a completely different level from Snack.
Of course, that didn't mean Escanor would back down. With the sun rising higher, his confidence was unshakable.
"Yes, I am," Katakuri confirmed as he gracefully jumped down from the railing, turning to look at Zyhark.
"I've already spoken to Mama about the situation. Zyhark, the Thunder Demon, Mama has agreed to let you come to Cake Island."
(End of Chapter)
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