章 7: chapter 7
Chapter 7: Clash on the High Seas
The wind whipped against the sails as the Marine ship rapidly closed the distance. Cannon fire echoed across the water, shaking the deck beneath Jack's feet. He stood tall at the bow, eyes narrowing as he assessed the situation. Gibbs gripped the helm tightly, the tension in his shoulders evident as he steered The Mariner to dodge the incoming cannonballs with precision.
"Looks like they've come to dance," Jack muttered with a crooked smile, unsheathing his sword. His eyes gleamed with excitement, the thrill of battle coursing through him. "Gibbs, how do you feel about a little target practice?"
Gibbs chuckled darkly, his fingers twitching at the hilt of his rifle strapped to his back. "I'd say it's about time, Jack. These Marines don't know what they've gotten themselves into."
Beside them, Elena stood calm and composed, the sea breeze playing with her hair. Her Logia fruit power hummed in her veins, ready to be unleashed at a moment's notice. "I'll keep them at bay with the wind," she said, her voice steady despite the chaos around her. "But we need to take out their cannons before they tear us apart."
Jack gave her a quick nod, his grin widening. "Aye, lass. Let's see what that wind of yours can do."
The Marine ship was now close enough for Jack to see the blue-and-white uniforms of the crew aboard. Their cannons roared again, sending another volley of cannonballs hurtling toward The Mariner. But Elena raised her hand, her fingers curling as the air around them surged to life. A gust of powerful wind spiraled out from her, intercepting the cannonballs mid-air and tossing them harmlessly into the ocean.
"Impressive!" Jack called over the sound of the wind. "But we're just getting started!"
As if on cue, Gibbs brought his rifle to bear, lining up his shot with deadly precision. His Observation Haki flared, allowing him to sense the movement of the Marine crew even before they made it. With a single, sharp pull of the trigger, a shot rang out. The bullet tore through the air, hitting one of the Marine gunners square in the chest, sending him sprawling across the deck.
"One down," Gibbs muttered, already moving to line up his next shot.
The Marines scrambled to return fire, but the speed and coordination of Jack's crew was too much for them to keep up with. Elena's wind powers created a protective barrier, disrupting their aim, while Gibbs' unmatched marksmanship whittled down their numbers.
But the Marines were relentless. Their captain, a burly man with a scar running down his face, barked orders from the helm. "Don't let them escape! Bring them down, men!"
Jack's grin widened. He could feel the tension in the air, the adrenaline pumping through his veins. This was what he lived for. Battle. Chaos. Adventure.
"Time to turn the tide," he muttered, tightening his grip on his sword. His Armament Haki flared to life, coating the blade in a deep, black sheen. The power surged through him, his mastery of the skill shining as brightly as any seasoned swordsman's. With a powerful leap, Jack launched himself off the deck of The Mariner, soaring toward the Marine ship with the speed of a hurricane.
In the blink of an eye, he landed on the enemy vessel, his sword cleaving through the wooden deck with a mighty swing. Marines rushed at him, their weapons drawn, but Jack's Observation Haki had already sensed their movements. He ducked under one blade, parried another, and with a swift spin, dispatched two more with a single slash of his sword.
"Too slow!" Jack taunted, his voice laced with amusement. He danced across the deck like a whirlwind, each strike precise, each movement fluid. His opponents stood no chance.
Gibbs watched from The Mariner, his eyes narrowed as he continued to pick off Marines one by one. But something caught his attention—a Marine sniper high up in the crow's nest, aiming directly at Jack. With a grunt, Gibbs steadied his rifle, his Advanced Armament Haki infusing the bullet. He pulled the trigger. The bullet, imbued with Haki, tore through the sniper's position with explosive force, reducing the crow's nest to splinters.
Jack glanced up, flashing a quick salute to his first mate. "Nice shot!"
"Don't get cocky," Gibbs called back, though a grin tugged at his lips. "They're sending reinforcements."
True enough, more Marines poured from below deck, rushing at Jack in an attempt to overwhelm him. But Jack's confidence didn't waver. He activated his Observation Haki, sensing their every move before they made it. He weaved through their attacks like a phantom, his sword cutting through the air with deadly grace.
Elena, still aboard The Mariner, clenched her fists as she watched the Marines try to corner Jack. She knew it was time to act. With a flick of her wrist, she summoned a powerful gust of wind, carrying herself effortlessly across the gap between the two ships. As she landed beside Jack, the wind swirled around her like a protective barrier.
"Need a hand?" she asked, her voice calm and controlled.
"Always happy for some company," Jack replied with a smirk.
Together, they fought in perfect sync—Jack's blade striking with lethal precision, while Elena's wind powers swept their enemies off their feet, sending Marines tumbling into the sea. Her control over the wind was masterful, and she used it not just to attack but to enhance Jack's movements, boosting his speed and agility.
As the fight raged on, the Marine captain finally stepped forward, his own blade drawn and coated in Armament Haki. His eyes locked onto Jack with murderous intent.
"You think you can escape the Marines so easily, pirate?" the captain growled, his voice dripping with contempt. "I'll send you straight to the bottom of the ocean!"
Jack chuckled, his sword gleaming as he twirled it in his hand. "You can try, mate. But you'll find me a bit harder to sink than that."
The captain roared in anger, charging at Jack with all the strength he could muster. Their blades clashed, Haki meeting Haki in a burst of power. The force of the impact sent shockwaves through the air, but Jack held his ground, his grin never faltering.
Elena sent a blast of wind at the captain, but he countered with a powerful swing of his sword, dispersing the wind with his own Armament Haki. He was strong—stronger than the rest of his crew, but Jack wasn't intimidated.
Gibbs, meanwhile, continued to provide cover from The Mariner, picking off any Marine who got too close to Elena or Jack. His Observation Haki allowed him to predict every movement, every shot, ensuring that not a single bullet went to waste.
The captain lunged again, aiming for Jack's chest, but Jack sidestepped the blow with ease, his Observation Haki giving him the advantage. With a swift counterattack, Jack's blade cut through the captain's defenses, striking him across the arm and forcing him back.
"Not bad," Jack said, flicking the blood from his sword. "But you'll need more than brute strength to beat me."
With a final surge of power, Jack infused his sword with Advanced Armament Haki, the blackened blade gleaming with an ominous light. He moved in a blur, closing the distance between himself and the Marine captain in an instant. Before the captain could react, Jack's blade found its mark, cutting through his defenses and sending him crashing to the deck.
The Marine captain groaned in defeat, his weapon slipping from his grasp. Jack stood over him, the tip of his sword pointed at the fallen man's chest.
"Best remember this day," Jack said, his voice low and dangerous. "The day you almost caught Jack Sparrow."
With that, he sheathed his sword, turning back to his crew. Elena landed gracefully beside him, the wind dying down as she nodded in approval.
"That was…impressive," she admitted.
Jack grinned, offering her a wink. "Welcome aboard, love."
As the last of the Marines retreated, their ship in ruins, Jack, Gibbs, and Elena stood victorious. The Black Pearl might still be out there, but this battle had only strengthened their resolve. The journey was far from over, and the seas held many more challenges ahead.
But for now, they were ready. Together.
To Be Continued…
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