Chapter 106: Slaying the Army General
This was a sword technique Li Yuan had specifically developed, sacrificing all cutting power to leave the Cross Evil Slash with unparalleled impact force.
As it descended, the power of the Cross Evil Slash weakened, giving Tyrannosaurus Kaweh a glimmer of hope amidst despair.
However, just as Kaweh thought he had a chance to escape, a familiar yet terrifying voice seemed to whisper in his ear.
"Wuji: Cross Evil Slash!!"
From above, Li Yuan's figure rapidly descended, unleashing another 800-meter-long Cross Evil Slash with his Seven Star Sword. It merged with the previous slash, instantly stripping Kaweh of any remaining resistance.
"Crash!!!"
Tyrannosaurus Kaweh's massive form was blasted into the sea below.
"Life Return: Limb Liberation!!!!"
Witnessing this, Li Yuan immediately deactivated his extreme limb enhancement and dove into the sea, finding the now human-form Kaweh. Submerged in the ocean, Kaweh gasped for air, limp and powerless. Devil Fruit users in water are typically doomed, though there are exceptions.
Thus, Li Yuan ventured into the sea to ensure Kaweh's execution.
"Die!!!"
Without hesitation, Li Yuan swung his Seven Star Sword, decapitating Kaweh effortlessly. He held Kaweh's head and emerged from the sea!
Many witnessed Li Yuan's ambush on Kaweh, but the navy's top combatants had either retreated or were occupied. Li Yuan's strike was too swift and unexpected for any naval rescue.
Observers were keen to see if Li Yuan could completely defeat Kaweh. Expecting a prolonged battle or a team effort to bring down Kaweh, they were shocked by the outcome.
Li Yuan's powerful slashes hurled Kaweh into the sea. As an Army General and ancient Tyrannosaurus Devil Fruit user, Kaweh was immensely strong, capable of fighting at admiral-level even in mid-air. Yet, Li Yuan's dual slashes overwhelmed him, sending him plunging into the ocean.
"Ssssss!!!!"
As Li Yuan emerged with Kaweh's head, shock rippled through the crowd, drawing gasps. An Army General, considered on par with a Navy Admiral, had fallen to the Wuji Great Swordsman Li Yuan!
On this battlefield, only Rocks had slain an admiral-level Navy Admiral Black. With Deadshot Leondona's aid, Rocks also killed CP0 Chief White Ghost. Kaweh became the third admiral-level casualty.
"Never fight him over the sea or even above it!"
This realization dawned on all Devil Fruit users, understanding they couldn't withstand Li Yuan's powerful slashes without being knocked into the sea.
"Kill!!!"
Li Yuan tossed Kaweh's head onto the ship and rejoined the battle, targeting naval and army forces below admiral-level. Despite Kaweh's defeat, the Seven Star Sword's third blood slot remained unfilled, needing more blood.
By the battle's end, Li Yuan intended to fill the Seven Star Sword's third blood slot.
"Jeeraharara, kill!!"
"Gurararara, kill!!"
"Wahahahaha, kill them all!"
"Kill the navy!!"
The navy's defeat spurred the pirates into a relentless pursuit. The once hunter navy now fled from the relentless pirates. This battle was captured by News Economic Society's Transponder Snails, ready to be broadcast worldwide once over.
"Die!!!"
After another quarter-hour of combat, Rocks claimed the head of the admiral-level force sent by the Celestial Dragons.
The G6 fortress fell to the pirates!
"Officers, advance to the G5 fortress and destroy it too!" Rocks commanded.
Li Yuan sensed Rocks' growing strength, intimidating even the most rebellious officers into compliance.
The G5 fortress was abandoned by the navy and army before the Rocks Pirates arrived, allowing them to destroy it unopposed.
"Onward to the G4 fortress!"
Riding their momentum, Rocks aimed to demolish the remaining four fortresses. Confident after showing his Yami Yami no Mi power, Rocks feared no enemy.
En route, the officers consumed large amounts of food to regain their strength, preparing for the upcoming battles.
Holy Land Mary Geoise:
Upon receiving the naval reports, the Five Elders were livid. In less than a month, they lost four admiral-level forces. Worse, one was a top-tier force borrowed from the Celestial Dragons, demanding a hefty compensation.
The losses were the greatest in over a century!
"We never expected the Yami Yami no Mi, which eluded us, to be consumed by Rocks!" Scientific Defense God Saturn Saint exclaimed.
In this world, Devil Fruits are mysterious and powerful. The World Government, established for 800 years, has amassed the largest collection of Devil Fruits. Yet some always evade capture, rumored to have self-awareness and avoid the government. The Yami Yami no Mi was one such fruit.
"With Yami Yami no Mi, Rocks is immune to other Devil Fruit powers. Only non-Devil Fruit users can challenge him."
"To kill Rocks, at least five admiral-level powerhouses are needed."
"Currently, only Steel Bone Kong and Army Marshal Genor meet this criterion."
"Unless we deploy the God Guards."
Financial God Nasujuro Saint suggested.
"The God Guards protect the Celestial Dragons and won't engage for the World Government."
"Rocks Pirates have destroyed G7, G6, and G5 fortresses and are approaching G4, G3, and G2 near the Red Line!"
"We can't let them breach these fortresses, leaving G1 as the sole defense for the Celestial Dragons."
"Request more support from the Celestial Dragons, specifically non-Devil Fruit admiral-level fighters."
"How do we persuade them after this costly defeat? It won't be easy."
Legal God Wochuli Saint questioned.
"Can we use the National Treasure to eliminate Rocks?"
"With Yami Yami no Mi, Rocks is nearly invincible. If the Rocks Pirates grow, they could threaten our rule."
Environmental God Mars Saint proposed.
"No, the National Treasure is for the Celestial Dragons. We can't use it."
"Besides, its energy is scarce and takes years to replenish, leaving us vulnerable."
"Rocks is aging, and in ten years, his power will decline. His demise is inevitable."
"His officers are not to be trifled with."
Environmental God Mars Saint concluded.
"If the National Treasure is off-limits, we must rely on Celestial Dragon support."
"Despite centuries of research, we've made no progress on the Treasure's energy."
"We should watch for talented scientists globally or train our own."
Scientific Defense God Saturn Saint advised.
Navy G4 fortress:
Amidst the pirates' fervor, the navy was steeped in sorrow and despair, mourning Admiral Black's death.
"Moshi Moshi, this is Steel Bone Kong!"
Under the navy's somber gaze, Steel Bone Kong answered the admiral's transponder snail.
"Steel Bone Kong, by the authority of the Five Elders, you are appointed Acting Navy Admiral. Oversee Black's duties until the war ends, then return to Marineford for formal proceedings."
Scientific Defense God Saturn Saint ordered.
"Yes, Lord Saturn!"
"How should we address Rocks Pirates' continued advance?"
Steel Bone Kong inquired.
"We'll send more support. Rocks' Devil Fruit nullifies others, so only non-Devil Fruit users can face him."
"Defend the naval fortresses and stall Rocks."
"If you hold them off, the pirates' morale will falter, and they'll retreat."
Scientific Defense God Saturn Saint explained.
"Understood, Lord Saturn!"
Steel Bone Kong acknowledged.
The conversation was transparent to the navy leadership, who listened intently.
"Brother Kong, are we just going to let this slide? What about avenging the Admiral?"
Garp clenched his fists, teeth grinding in anger.
The Five Elders' plan to stall, rather than confront Rocks Pirates, meant no vengeance for Admiral Black.
The navy's morale was shaken by this perceived inaction.
"Yes, that's the Five Elders' directive."
"Rocks' Yami Yami no Mi is too powerful; even the World Government lacks enough non-Devil Fruit powerhouses for a frontal assault."
Steel Bone Kong sighed.
"Let me face Rocks, I can do it!"
Garp stood resolute.
"No, you can't. That's an order!"
Steel Bone Kong stood, firmly pressing Garp down, his tone serious.
For martial and Haki users, peak strength lies between ages 50 and 60.
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