The Battle Royale Begins

A group of people were rapidly approaching.

They came to help Sirius.

The leader was a blue-skinned Fish-Man, followed by several men and women.

"Aren't you... that guy from earlier?"

Yamato surprise.

The Fish-Man leading the group was the one that the Celestial Dragon had just ridden under; he had just said he wanted to act together with Sirius.

Sirius glanced back at the Fish-Man.

"Although our strength is meager,"

The Fish-Man said solemnly, "But how can we just stand by and watch our benefactor face a powerful enemy alone!"

"That's right!"

The people following behind him also shouted, "Even though we're not of much use, please let us fight alongside you, Mr. Black Wolf!"

"Even if I die here with you all, it's worth it!"

"Please allow us to die with you, Mr. Black Wolf!"

"Ha ha,"

Yamato chuckled. "What a likable bunch, aren't they, Sirius?"

Sirius chuckled lightly, without even turning his head. "Going to my death? Don't talk such nonsense. My journey will not end here!"

Jack laughed and said, "If you want to help, then don't die. Let's fight together, my comrades!"

The blue-skinned Fish-Man nodded emphatically.

"Oh oh oh!!"

The slaves who came with him cheered loudly.

"This bond of sharing life and death is truly touching."

Kizaru pretended to rub his eyes, "We were complete strangers before, even though we were wearing masks."

"We feel like the villains," Aokiji lazily remarked. "Speaking of which, Black Wolf actually did something good this time."

"That's absolutely right." Kizaru nodded in deep agreement.

"Enough talk! Let's take care of them quickly!"

Zephyr's voice was cold.

His gaze grew even colder.

He stared intently at Sirius.

That brat!

He never forgot the battle fought under the red moon over Beihai.

Even now, whenever I think about what happened that night, the wound on my severed arm still aches faintly.

The faces of the two deceased disciples have never been blurred.

"Then the battle can continue,"

Kizaru smiled and said, "Black Wolf, is there anything else you'd like to say before we head to Impel Down?"

"It's too early to say things like that."

Sirius said with a smile.

"Do you think you still have a chance of winning Black Wolf!"

Zephyr said coldly, "Stop daydreaming! Your failure was sealed from the moment you started acting recklessly!"

Sirius grinned, revealing a wanton smile.

"Oh! This is so lively! Can I join in?"

Laughter erupted from behind Sirius and his group.

Zephyr looked up in surprise and saw a figure leaping swiftly through the dense canopy above, landing beside Sirius.

He knew this person so well that he couldn't help but widen his eyes.

"Rayleigh!"

Yamato exclaimed in surprise.

The one who appeared was none other than Dark King Rayleigh, who had been drinking merrily with them just last night!

A friend I just made.

"Looks like I'll have to see you off."

Rayleigh, holding a sheathed sword, laughed heartily.

"Great! With Rayleigh here, things won't be so bad at all!" Jack excitedly pumped his fist.

"No way? It's Dark King Rayleigh!"

Kizaru sighed, "That's troublesome."

"This also shows that this group is indeed very dangerous, actually getting involved with the Pirate King's crew. This trip was very opportune," Aokiji said leisurely. "There couldn't be a better opportunity than this."

"Rayleigh!!"

Zephyr said coldly, "Wouldn't it be better to just live your retirement life peacefully? The Navy has already turned a blind eye to you, don't go looking for your own death!"

"These young people have an even brighter future ahead of them."

Rayleigh laughed and said, "It would be too cruel to end their journey here."

"Besides, isn't it only natural to see a friend off?"

"Then this time, we'll just have to take care of the remnants of the Pirate King's crew as well." Zephyr casually pulled off the Justice Coat draped over his shoulders and rolled up his sleeves.

His left hand was indeed a prosthetic, although it was quite different from the one he wore in the original work. However, its black color and mechanical texture clearly indicated that it was not made of flesh and blood.

"Then Sirius,"

Rayleigh drew his sword, smiled, and asked, "How should the opponents be assigned?"

Sirius's gaze swept across the faces of the three enemies ahead.

Without a doubt, Zephyr is the weakest of the three. He was already weaker before, and after losing his arm, he became even weaker.

As for Kizaru and Aokiji, these two are genuine monsters. Their strengths are very similar, and their fighting styles are also quite alike, with abilities as the primary focus and techniques as a secondary approach.

Even in a three-on-three situation, our chances of winning are not high.

Yamato is very strong, and he might not be inferior even when facing a formidable opponent like Teacher King, but he is still some distance away from being a top-tier powerhouse.

"Rayleigh, can you handle Kizaru?"

Sirius Road.

"No problem."

Rayleigh nodded. "Are you going to deal with Aokiji?"

"No,"

Sirius shook his head. "Aokiji,"

He turned to Yamato, "Yamato, I'm leaving you here."

"Kindness."

Yamato nodded heavily.

She didn't hesitate at all, even though Aokiji's strength completely surpassed hers.

"Wow, Kuzan, it seems like you're being looked down upon."

Kizaru said with a grin.

"Stop talking nonsense, isn't it better to relax?" Aokiji said leisurely.

Kizaru Satori, "Oh, I see. How about we switch opponents, Kuzan?"

"Is this alright?"

Rayleigh had some reservations about Sirius's allocation.

Admiral are by no means weak.

To be honest, although he believed that Kizaru couldn't do anything to him, he also knew that he couldn't possibly defeat Kizaru.

"Yamato is suited to fight Aokiji."

Sirius laughed and said, "And..."

He handed the Black Greatsword to Yamato, saying, "Here, you can borrow this."

"Huh? Can I use it?" Yamato's eyes widened.

This sword, fused with Sirius's tooth, is now Sirius's exclusive weapon. If anyone else were to wield it, they would be as uncontrollable as an untamed Enma.

"Of course, because it's Yamato."

That's what Sirius said.

"But Sirius, what will you do without the sword?" Yamato was still somewhat worried.

"There's no need to worry, that's why I chose Zephyr as my opponent!"

Sirius smiled and looked at Zephyr.

The man who had nurtured so many pillars of the navy turned grim. "You brat!! You're far too arrogant!!"

"Besides, I might not need this sword soon."

Sirius chuckled softly.

"Oh! Yes--"

Yamato seemed to remember something, then smiled and took the sword, nodding earnestly, "Leave Aokiji to me! I won't let him bother you!"

"Shouldn't we finish this nonsense?"

A dazzling light gathered before him, Kizaru flashed forward, shouting, "Ama-no-Murakumo-no-Tsurugi!" He drew his sword and began to slash.

"Brother Kizaru, your opponent is me!"

Rayleigh stepped forward with his sword and parried the attack.

Brilliant light shot out in all directions; these were the fireworks that heralded the start of the war.

"Then Jack, the navy at sea is in your hands!"

Finally, the opponents were assigned to the team members. Sirius launched himself forward, heading straight for Zephyr.

"Kid!!"

The old rival roared and fearlessly charged forward.

This time, I'd like to ask for your help again, Mr. Zephyr.

It's just one step away again.