Gion vs. Crocodile

Fortunately, Gion made a decisive retreat and immediately requested reinforcements from Marine Headquarters. This prevented a complete annihilation of their forces!

However, after this chase, coupled with Crocodile's presence, which can somewhat influence the wind direction at sea, the situation became even more complex.

Even the boats that could carry the water from the Gion couldn't withstand the damage and started to leak!

Crocodile, who was standing on the ship's side, turned into dust and disappeared.

In his view, now that Gion has been driven to the brink of defeat, he must act swiftly and decisively!

"Hahaha! Found them! We've found them!"

A Pirates discovers the location of Gion and the others.

Upon hearing the commotion, the other Pirates quickly assembled and rushed to surround and attack the Navy.

"Damn it! Gion Vice Admiral, we're surrounded! Should we fight these people?"

Gion observed his surroundings with a serious expression.

"Bring them back. I'll do everything in my power to stop them. You guys figure out a way to seize their Pirates and escape immediately."

After finishing speaking, Gion drew the Kompira from his waist, preparing for battle!

"No! We can't abandon you, **! It's all that bastard Fleet Admiral. Is he deliberately refusing to support us?!"

Among the navy personnel who followed Gion, quite a few had come specifically for Gion.

They simply cannot abandon the person they admire and run away.

"No! You have to leave. Don't let my sacrifice be in vain!"

Gion shouted at his subordinates.

"That sounds really touching!"

"But do you really think you can escape???"

Crocodile appeared on the treetops without anyone noticing!

Actually, he had already secretly arrived long ago.

They remained silent simply to create a suitable fighting environment for themselves.

When Crocodile finally appeared, the once lush green surroundings began to desertify.

Using Devil Fruit ability on such a large scale can consume a lot of stamina.

Unless this is the result of the other party further developing their own fruit!

Or perhaps Crocodile's Devil Fruit ability Awakening —this was a thought that flashed through Gion's mind, but she immediately rejected it.

Currently, the only known confirmed Logia Devil Fruit User to Awakening their powers is Haku.

This was determined only after comparing various factors.

The range of Kite's Awakening Haku Devil Fruit ability is simply too wide!

To date, apart from Haku herself.

No one knows exactly how far Haku can attack enemies.

Discard your chaotic thoughts!

Gion knew that attacking Crocodile before the Sand Realm could fully form was the best option.

Gion gripped the Kompira tightly and swooped down towards Crocodile!

As Admiral candidate, how could Gion's strength be weak?

The reason she didn't stand out between Fujitora and Ryokugyu to become the new Marine Admiral.

The most important thing is that she's still missing a Devil Fruit that can significantly boost her strength!

In the flash of blades, Gion had already approached Crocodile on his razor-sharp sword.

Crocodile frowned!

In his view, dealing with a Marine Vice Admiral and a group of sailors should be an easy task.

However, the pure and Haki emanating from the Kompira in Gion's hand made him vaguely feel a sense of danger!

"Desert Sword!"

Sensing the danger, Crocodile cautiously unleashed a sand blade to block Gion's attack.

Bite!

A crisp sound rang out.

Crocodile's Desert Sword was easily deflected by Gion!

"What!"

Crocodile's pupils dilated, and instinctively he quickly Elementalization and vanished from the spot.

Gion thought to himself, "What a pity!"

If that last strike had seriously injured Crocodile, Gion was confident she could force her way out.

But now, even if she manages to entangle Crocodile, her men are in for a world of trouble!

You should know that the Cross Guild is famous for having a lot of members!

Gion was confident that she could lead her men out of this group, but just as she had expected...

The Cross Guild will definitely send a powerful member to pursue her!

At first, she was worried that the person chasing after them would be Dracule Mihawk, who had exposed them.

Unexpectedly, it was Crocodile who came out to pursue them!

Of course, even Crocodile, as long as Gion is entangled.

Even if Gion's subordinates are dealt with, things will still take a turn for the worse.

If they can still get in touch with Marine Headquarters, there might still be a chance for things to turn around.

The request for help has been sent out for so long, and there's still no reply!

At this moment, Gion's state of mind inevitably underwent a slight change!

In fact, no Fleet Admiral would issue such an order to send Marine Vice Admiral to monitor the forces of the Four Emperors!

The Four Emperors aren't just sitting idly by!

The Pirates are on the wanted list! Don't any of the Marine Vice Admiral recognize them?

Sending his Vice Admiral to the territories of the Four Emperors —isn't that blatantly disgusting and a form of suppression?

Akainu is indeed suppressing the remaining old subordinates of Haku and Garp within the Navy.

Akainu sent Gion here not expecting that the other party could actually find out any information.

Because he doesn't believe anyone can actually infiltrate the Four Emperors' forces to carry out such a mission!

After everyone returns to New Marineford, Akainu will use the excuse that Gion failed to complete the mission to launch a deeper crackdown!

If possible, Akainu might remove Gion's list of Rear Admiral Candidate.

It's impossible to remove Lieutenant Vice Admiral Gion from his position, since Gion himself hasn't committed any major offenses!

Moreover, even if Gion no longer has Haku and Garp behind her, she still has Vice Admiral Tsuru!

As long as this person is around, Akainu will have to give this big shot some face.

However, this incident still resulted in a significant deviation!

Akainu didn't expect Gion to be so audacious, actually venturing into the Cross Guild's sphere of influence.

And they're even heading towards the enemy's headquarters!

At least Mihawk has the nickname "Hawk Eyes".

That level of eyesight is no joke!

Now that he's discovered traces of the Navy on his own turf, how could he possibly resist taking a hit?

Soon, Crocodile and Gion clashed no fewer than twenty times.

Because she was concerned about her subordinates, Gion did not fully concentrate on the battle.

Crocodile is no benevolent person!

Upon realizing that Gion's attention was focused on his subordinates, this cunning old fox unleashed a sandstorm upon the Marines!

"Get out of the way! Danger!"

Gion's attention was completely diverted.

Crocodile's eyes flashed with unparalleled ruthlessness!

"Crescent Dune!"

Crocodile enlarged his arm, transforming it into a crescent-shaped sand blade that slashed at Gion in front of him!

Gion had no time to dodge!

If she were hit by this attack, all the water in her body would be drained, turning her into a dried-up corpse!