The Power Called Despair!

To be honest, Ian was too lazy to fight the Navy.

Isn't this just doing the Cross Guild a favor for nothing?

Crocodile hasn't even asked yet, how can we let him get it for free?

But it's so annoying.

We were already planning to watch the show here, but these damn marines just wouldn't stop bothering us.

There's nothing I can do then, I'll just have to play along with them.

In the blink of an eye, Ian had already been launched into the sky.

"Surtur, this is yours."

As golden flames surged from his body, Ian handed the small box containing the Vampire Fruit to his Soul Weapon, Surtur.

"Yes, Master!"

Surtur hugged the box, which was about the size of his belly, and nodded vigorously. "I will protect it."

Then, in the next second, its outstretched golden wings flapped, tearing through the raging flames, and the Golden Heavenly God shot downwards like an arrow.

"Then let's go."

Ian said slowly.

"Ian!!"

Zephyr landed on the deck of the ship, using it as a fulcrum to propel himself upwards.

He clenched his right fist and slammed it down towards Ian with all his might.

"Oh?"

Ian raised an eyebrow slightly. "Looks like you've got a pretty amazing new arm, Mr. Zephyr. Shouldn't you thank me?"

His right arm was a mechanical arm, and even though he was wearing a suit and gloves to try to cover it up, you could still see a little bit of the metallic sheen through the gaps.

Previously, Zephyr had his arm severed by Ian in the North Blue, and even suffered a serious injury to his right rib, which almost led to his retirement.

Fortunately, Dr. Vegapunk of the Science Unit was indeed the world's greatest scientist. He used his ingenious technology to give Zephyr the power to roam the seas once again.

This robotic arm is more than just a simple prosthetic limb.

A powerful punch came crashing down on Ian, the Haki above converging into jet-black Inazuma.

However, Ian simply raised his right hand in response to the attack.

Boom!!

A fierce wind roared overhead, whipping up waves on the sea below.

but.

"What!!"

Zephyr gritted his teeth.

His steel fist didn't even hit Ian; it was blocked in mid-air by an invisible barrier of Haki.

Has this kid's Haki reached this level?

Hateful!!

If this attack hits, then the battle is over!!

Having already witnessed Ian's immortal flame form, Zephyr still believed he had a chance to defeat him this time, and his confidence largely stemmed from this arm!

Using special sensory components and its neural connections, this arm is indistinguishable from a real arm, and even has a faint tactile sensation!

It even has artificial muscles built in, powered by a special energy mechanism installed in Zephyr's right rib, which allows it to unleash absolutely formidable power.

According to Vegapunk, this is his highest achievement in artificial limbs.

But none of that matters. The real key point is that this arm is made of Seastone!

No matter how powerful Ian is, the moment he's touched by that arm, it's the end!

But I didn't encounter it!

In just over a year, this kid's Haki has evolved to this extent!!

The surging Haki actually blew Zephyr back!

"Teacher Zephyr! Don't be impulsive!"

Before Ian could even give a chance to pursue, massive ice spears flew down from below.

However, these icy spears never had a chance to get close to Ian before they were completely vaporized by the flames rising from his body.

"Ara la la!"

Standing atop the mast of the ship, Aokiji gazed up at Ian, whose figure blazed with golden Blazing Flames in the sky. "If I'd known I'd be facing this guy, I should have sent Borsalino."

"My abilities are completely useless to him."

"Haha, Senior Kuzan, don't be so discouraged, there are four of us."

Chaton Tokikake stood on the crossbar of the large ship's mast and opened his mouth with a smile.

Gion, whose sword was already drawn, was on the other side of the horizontal bar.

"Don't let your guard down!!"

Zephyr landed heavily on the deck of the large ship, gazing at the sky with a grave expression. "I think there's no need to elaborate on this guy's strength!!"

"..."

Shiryu was somewhat speechless.

While I'm quite happy with the current situation, aren't you bastards being a bit too arrogant?

You're on our ship now, at least look at us!

"Navy!! Die, you son of a bitch!"

Completely deranged, Bandi World roared, trying to urge the navy to charge again.

A vein throbbed on Shiryu's forehead.

Asshole!

The situation is already complicated enough, so don't make it worse!

Without hesitation, he lunged forward, pinning Bandi World to the ground, and shouted back, "Moria! Come help!!"

Moria, who had just been trampled under Ian's feet, finally came to his senses and quickly ran over to Shiryu hold down World.

"Very good!!"

Crocodile, who had controlled the villagers by manipulating quicksand, finally breathed a sigh of relief; he still had reliable teammates.

"Just hold him down like that, Shiryu! Moria!"

As he expected, the Navy's primary target was indeed Ian! They simply didn't have the extra energy to spare for them!

He turned his head to look at Ryde, who was engaged in a fierce battle with Garp.

All we need to do now is get that bastard Ryde to stop!

What is this bastard up to now? Wasn't getting beaten up by Ian enough? Now he wants to go and get another beating from Hero Garp?

Ryde is indeed getting a very bad beating from the naval heroes.

They were almost completely routed and utterly suppressed.

The naval hero could send him flying with a single punch; he was barely holding his breath as he struggled to resist Garp's onslaught.

But that bastard was still laughing!

What's so funny!

Ryde was indeed laughing.

Despite being repeatedly beaten by Garp and vomiting blood, the smile on his face grew even brighter.

"Still the same as before, you old mad dog!"

Redfield laughed and said, "Your fists are still the same, without any hesitation!"

Time has indeed weakened this old bastard's body, but he remains as strong as ever.

"What nonsense are you talking about!"

Vice Admiral Garp, however, had little interest in engaging in a prolonged battle, focusing more of his attention on Ian in the sky.

"Unwavering faith is strength! Those who waver are weak and vulnerable!"

"Galaxy Impact!!"

Is unwavering belief the key to strength?

Redfield laughed.

That's right!

Then.

Boom!!

The enormous Shockwave instantly engulfed him.

but.

"Um?"

Hero Garp frowned.

Ryde has suddenly changed!

Its power has increased!

In the sky.

Ian looked down at the four marines who were eyeing him menacingly.

With a slight flutter of his wings, he swooped down like a gust of wind.

"Drink!!"

With a roar, Vice Admiral Momousagi unleashed a powerful Flying Slash as his Famous Sword was enveloped in Black Haki.

But Ian didn't even bother to dodge the attack; he simply smashed it to pieces.

"Hateful!!"

The Momousagi gritted its teeth.

This guy's physical strength was already astonishing, and now his Haki has reached an absurd level. Ordinary attacks simply cannot cause him any damage!

Ice Age.

The air temperature suddenly dropped, and the entire surface of the ship was instantly covered with a layer of solid ice.

Along with Shiryu and the other two who were fighting on the deck, their bodies were covered in frost.

However, this move was naturally meaningless to Ian was swooping down.

He didn't even feel the cold; the extreme low temperature was already neutralized by his flames.

"Is there really no other way but to resort to fists?"

Aokiji complained loudly, his fists covered in icy gauntlets, which then turned black with his Haki.

"What are you complaining about? Let's go!"

Zephyr leaped into the air once more.

This time, however, it was four people going up together.

"Charging pig!"

Chaton pushed his arms forward, and his arms turned brownish-brown. A large amount of soil surged out from his arms, transforming into a giant Wild Boar that charged towards Ian through the air.

This guy is Logia user too!

Logia Earth-Earth Devil Fruit User!

However, the mere mud meant nothing to Ian, who simply rammed the giant pig through, leaving behind a scorching cave filled with flowing lava.

"Huh? My abilities don't seem to be working!"

Chaton exclaimed in surprise.

At the same time, Aokiji's iron fist was about to smash into Ian.

He has indeed surpassed his teacher, and is even faster than Zephyr.

But his punch missed completely, passing right through Ian's chest.

"Ugh!!"

Instead, it was Aokiji who let out a muffled groan.

A flaming hole appeared in Ian's chest, but the intense heat caused Aokiji excruciating pain.

Then Ian retaliated with a punch to his chest.

Unlike Ian, Aokiji couldn't use his Elementalization to dodge, because the Haki wrapped around Ian's fist was so overwhelming.

"Forehead!!"

The Marine Admiral coughed up a mouthful of blood; Ian's immense power, combined with his ferocious Two-Color Haki, instantly dealt him a severe blow.

"This power is outrageous!"

The Aokiji fell like a meteorite.

At the same time, Zefa's fist came crashing down.

Accompanying it was Momousagi's long sword.

Ian's eyes flashed red; he already knew the vision of the future in his mind.

"Oh?"

Ian's lips gradually curled into a smile; he seemed to see a very interesting future ahead.

Let's go then.

Let you fight.

He simply opened his arms wide, as if to embrace the two people in front of him who were clearly intent on killing him.

Great opportunity!!

A sudden burst of intense joy flashed in Zephyr's eyes!

Ian, pay the price for your arrogance!!

"Gion!"

Zephyr roared, and his dark iron fist slammed directly into Ian's chest.

"Yes, Teacher Zephyr!!"

Gion was overjoyed; were they finally going to defeat Ian?

A horizontal slash with the long sword.

The moment Ian's power is suppressed by Seastone and he reverts to his original form, she will sever his neck!

Then.

"Oh my."

Ian exclaimed in surprise, "What's going on! My body has lost its strength!"

His body was pierced through by Zephyr's iron fist.

It worked!

Zephyr looked up excitedly.

but.

He stared in astonishment at the hole in Ian's chest.

The area had been transformed into a raging inferno, enveloping his steel arms.

His abilities were not suppressed?

"Go to hell!"

With a sharp shout, the black blade cleaved between Ian's neck, making a clear clanging sound, and then could not advance any further.

"What?"

Vice Admiral Gion stared in disbelief at the spot where the blade had touched.

"I was just kidding."

Ian smiled gently, "Why did you take it so seriously?"

Zephyr's expression changed abruptly.

Did it not work?

Seastone didn't work!!

How could that be!

How could such a thing possibly happen in the world?!

"Haven't you realized it yet?"

Ian smiled and raised his fists, black Inazuma crackling across them. "The flames I've transformed into have no physical form; even Haki can't touch them, so how could Seastone possibly touch them?"

Zephyr's eyes widened.

Even with Seastone, there's nothing that can be done?

Is this guy's ability invincible?

"Now that you understand, then, the Winged Dragon's Iron Fist."

His fists slammed down suddenly.

Gion!!

Zephyr pulled his arm back to defend himself, but his eyes involuntarily drifted to the disciple beside him.

Show no mercy!

Ian's iron fist slammed into Momousagi's chest. The immense force and terrifying Haki combined to instantly cave in the woman's chest, and fragments of her internal organs spurted from her mouth.

Zephyr's eyes were bloodshot, but he was helpless, because he too had been punched into the sky by Ian.

Whoosh!

Two dark figures fell one after another, crashing directly onto the ice field frozen by Aokiji. The ice field shattered instantly, sending up towering waves.

"Gion-chan!!"

As a devoted follower of Momousagi, Chaton watched this scene with eyes practically popping out of his head, "Ian!!"

He roared in anger.

Are you calling me?

A voice, tinged with laughter, echoed before him.

Chaton suddenly turned around, Ian was already in front of him.

Kake's pupils instantly contracted to their maximum size.

"Kake way!"

A hand suddenly pressed down on Kake's shoulder, pulling him backward, while at the same time, a dark fist suddenly swung towards Ian.

"Drink!"

Aokiji, his chin covered in blood, hurriedly returned to the sky and threw a Haki punch. The resulting Shockwave was undeniably reminiscent of his master, Garp.

However, Ian simply extended his right hand, remaining as steadfast as a rock in the sea, unmoved by the surging, Haki waves. He even easily broke through the waves and grabbed Aokiji's fist.

"Their Haki and power are ridiculously strong!!"

Aokiji roared angrily.

The ultimate freezing power was activated, and ice instantly appeared on the surface of Ian's body.

However, the ice only appeared for a fleeting moment, disappearing without a trace the next instant.

This is completely unreasonable.

A look of frustration involuntarily appeared in Aokiji's eyes.

Even someone like him, who earned the title of "monster" from the moment he joined the Navy, would feel ashamed of himself!

Ian exerted force with his right arm and pulled hard, Aokiji was already involuntarily moving closer to him.

"Senior Kuzan!!"

Kake a roar, Jiaji unleashed a powerful punch, "Wild Boar Thrust!!"

His fist transformed into Wild Boar's head, complete with long tusks and Haki, and hurtled directly towards Ian.

Ian acted as if he hadn't seen Chaton's attack, and continued to hurl his left fist.

"Wow!"

The Chaton immediately screamed in agony.

His mud fist didn't even have a second to spare before Ian punched it to pieces, and then his fist, undeterred, slammed into Aokiji's other fist that was coming at him.

Haki domineering.

"Ooh!"

Aokiji cried out in pain as he was blasted away by another punch.

"Senior Kuzan!!"

Chaton turned around in alarm.

Even the Admiral of the Marine Headquarters could barely parry this man's attacks?

Before he could even turn his head back, a hand had already grabbed his neck.

Squeeze it hard.

"Forehead!!"

Chaton's face turned bright red, but because his throat was being choked, he couldn't make a sound.

He instinctively tried to Elementalization, but was directly suppressed by the Conqueror's Haki that surged from Ian's body. The Conqueror's Haki Inazuma locked onto his physical form, forcibly dispelling his Elementalization.

Chaton has no choice but to fight back.

He kept throwing punches at Ian.

It was still meaningless, except for creating ripples of flame on Ian's body.

"Mr. Zephyr, hurry up."

Ian called down, "If you don't come now, you won't see your disciple one last time."

"Ian!!"

With a roar, Zephyr sprang up from the sea. His right arm, made of Seastone, was slightly bent, the incredibly hard Seastone deformed by the punch he had just received.

"Let him go!!"

Zephyr's eyes were about to burst.

Kake was also one of his beloved disciples!

The steel fist of Seastone slammed into Ian's head.

Ian simply smiled, making no attempt to dodge, letting Zephyr's fist pierce his head.

Then, Ian slowly raised his free right hand, forming a palm-blade shape.

He said calmly, "Remember this moment, Mr. Zephyr."

"Stop!! Stop right now!!"

The Marine Head Instructor roared, desperately trying to sever Ian's hand that was gripping Chaton's neck.

But it was pointless; he couldn't even touch Ian's arm.

"This feeling is called helplessness."

Laugh!

Right palm puncture.

It pierced through the left chest of the Chaton.

Zephyr was stunned.

"Forehead!"

Chaton spat out blood, its mouth forcefully opening and closing, yet it still couldn't utter a sound.

Then.

"This power,"

Ian clenched his right fist, and flames exploded, instantly engulfing the Chaton.

"Is that enough to make you despair?"