Capítulo 349: Chapter 349: Three admirals?
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Rumble!
Thunder roared across the sky as thick, ominous clouds gathered swiftly, casting an oppressive darkness over the area.
The Celestial Dragons' bullets, intended to strike Colt, seemed to meet an invisible force mere feet from his body.
One by one, the projectiles dropped harmlessly to the ground, as if they had collided with an impenetrable wall of air.
"Attack now! Something's wrong!"
The lead guard's voice carried a trace of panic, his instincts screaming that something terrible was about to unfold.
Without hesitation, he tried to rush toward Colt, hoping to intercept the brewing disaster.
But it was already too late.
"Fall!"
The single word from Colt carried an undeniable weight. As his voice echoed, the turbulent thunderclouds above answered. Lightning surged violently, descending like a tidal wave of raw energy onto the opposing side.
The street was instantly engulfed in blinding light as thunderbolts crackled and roared, their dazzling brilliance forcing bystanders to shut their eyes in terror. The cacophony of destruction was deafening, leaving everyone frozen in place.
When the sound finally subsided, an eerie silence descended.
Cautiously, some onlookers cracked their eyes open, their curiosity overcoming their fear.
What they saw left them utterly stunned.
"This... can't be real..."
"It's over... It's all over!"
The once-dominant Celestial Dragons and their entourage were gone—reduced to nothing more than a pile of smoldering black ashes.
When a gentle breeze swept through, even the ashes were scattered, leaving no trace of their existence.
"The Celestial Dragons... they're dead!"
The realization struck like a hammer. Someone in the crowd screamed, breaking the collective stupor.
Panic erupted.
People fled in every direction, their fear palpable.
Never before had anyone dared to harm the Celestial Dragons, let alone obliterate them in such a manner.
This act was unprecedented, a declaration of defiance against the untouchable rulers of the world.
Speculation ran wild, but one certainty prevailed: the death of a Celestial Dragon was a matter that would shake the very foundations of the world.
The bustling streets of Sabaody Archipelago emptied in an instant, leaving only Colt and his companions standing amidst the eerie quiet.
"Did you make the call?" Colt asked, glancing back at Robin, who held a snail in her hand.
Robin nodded but hesitated.
"I did. But judging by Aokiji's tone, he didn't take the news well."
Recalling Aokiji's raised voice during their conversation, Robin could easily imagine the chaos her report had sparked.
Colt shrugged, a nonchalant expression on his face.
"Not my problem. If Aokiji was caught off guard, that's on him."
"Are you two seriously arguing right now?" Nami interjected, her voice tinged with disbelief.
"We should be running! The Celestial Dragons are dead, and you're both acting like it's a minor inconvenience!"
Nami's unease was only compounded by Colt's casual demeanor.
The sheer audacity of killing a Celestial Dragon had left her reeling, yet Colt seemed utterly indifferent.
"Who said we're leaving?" Colt asked, tilting his head as if Nami's suggestion was entirely unfounded.
His response left her speechless.
What could possibly be more important than escaping the inevitable wrath of the Marines?
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Marineford Headquarters
The sudden blare of an alarm shattered the usual order of Marineford.
Soldiers scrambled in confusion, searching for the source of the disturbance.
"What in the world is going on?!"
From the Fleet Admiral's office, Sengoku's furious roar echoed.
His fists slammed into his desk as he yelled into the snail.
"Fleet Admiral," the voice on the other end stammered, "it's the pirate Colt! He clashed with the Celestial Dragons and killed them."
Sengoku froze, his face a mix of shock and disbelief.
"Colt? Who is that?"
The name rang a faint bell.
Sengoku's mind raced, trying to place the infamous pirate.
It wasn't until the intelligence officer continued with further details that recognition dawned on him.
Ah, that small-time pirate from the East Blue.
A nuisance, yes, but hardly worth remembering amidst the countless crises he dealt with daily.
But now, this so-called "small-time pirate" had dared to commit the unthinkable.
"That insolent brat... He killed the Celestial Dragons?!" Sengoku's anger boiled over. "What kind of chaos is he trying to unleash on us?!"
As the Marshal tried to contain his fury, the shrill ring of another * snail cut through the tension.
Without even looking, Sengoku knew who was calling.
The Five Elders.
Taking a deep breath, Sengoku barked out orders. "Prepare the fleet immediately! Is Kizaru still at the headquarters? He's to lead the mission and bring in the pirate—alive!"
Slamming the receiver back onto its perch, Sengoku answered the Five Elders' call, only to be met with a barrage of furious shouting.
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Kizaru's Office
Meanwhile, Kizaru lounged in his chair, casually trimming his nails as Aokiji and Naruto sat across from him.
"Well, well," Kizaru drawled lazily, "someone actually dared to kill the Celestial Dragons. How frightening. These rookies are getting bolder by the day."
Despite the gravity of the situation, his tone remained infuriatingly indifferent.
Sengoku's orders had already reached him: Kizaru was to lead the mission to apprehend Colt.
Aokiji leaned back, sipping his tea with an air of detached curiosity.
"I'll join you, Borsalino. Naruto will come too. We'd like to see this 'rookie' for ourselves."
Kizaru raised an eyebrow, his movements pausing as he looked between Aokiji and Naruto.
"Three Admirals for one pirate?" he mused.
"Isn't that a bit much? I doubt the rookie warrants this level of attention."
Aokiji's expression remained neutral.
"Call it professional curiosity. Besides, I have a feeling that he isn't the type to surrender quietly. You'll need backup."
Kizaru sighed, standing up at last.
"If you insist, then. Let's see just how terrifying this pirate really is."
Capítulo 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.
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."
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