Time rewound to one minute earlier.
Thatch struggled to his feet, clutching his chest as blood spilled from his mouth.
Yun Ye had not held back much in that attack. Even if Thatch was not seriously injured, he was still badly hurt. The high-voltage shock had left his whole body stiff, making it extremely difficult for him to move.
"Damn it!" Thatch's face darkened as he looked at his companions locked in bitter battles, filled with self-reproach over his own weakness.
If it had not been for him, they would not have ended up in such a situation.
Over there, Marco was handling two Sweet Commanders by himself. Although he did not appear to be at a disadvantage, Marco would definitely lose if the battle dragged on.
Marco was strong, among the very best of the first mates.
However, he had not reached the pinnacle of the Four Emperors. Facing two top Emperor-level commanders was simply beyond him.
Jozu was also fighting Cracker. The two exchanged blows fiercely, and their battle had fallen into a stalemate.
If only I were a little stronger... Thatch took a deep breath and looked at the dark-purple Devil Fruit beside him, making a decision.
He was not a Devil Fruit user yet. If he ate it, perhaps he would still have a chance to fight!
Thatch picked up the Devil Fruit beside him and looked toward Yun Ye, who was battling Kizaru and Dark Owl. Hatred flashed across his face.
If the Quincy had not suddenly attacked and injured him, they would not be in such danger now.
At that moment, Teach came up behind Thatch. Looking at the Devil Fruit in Thatch's hand, an unreadable expression flashed over his face. "Captain Thatch, are you all right?"
Thatch's Observation Haki had remained alert to