This Technique, Carried Through as One, Charged Forward Without Fear!!!

Although it's clear from this exchange that Ortolan was at a disadvantage.

But as someone who personally experienced this attack, Ortolan has already felt a certain 'distance'.

That distance, while not exactly within reach, wasn't extremely far either.

At this moment, Ortolan finally realized that he was qualified to stand alongside top-tier fighters like Newgate, Roger, Shiki, Garp, and Sengoku.

Even though he had only just crossed that threshold, he had indeed touched upon their realm!

However, this was not the time to meditate here. As if completely unaware of the injury to his finger bone, Ortolan wore an excited smile and suddenly clenched his fist again, causing blood to splatter.

His gaze once again locked onto Newgate in the air.

At this moment, Newgate did not launch any pursuit or other actions. He remained standing on the deck, holding the Cloud-Cutting Sword beside him, watching Ortolan in the air.

He saw a new answer in Ortolan's eyes: one strike wasn't enough, he would come again!

Therefore, a hearty smile appeared on Newgate's face, a smile that was the answer to Ortolan.

Come on, kid!

Without any intention of exchanging words, when Ortolan saw Newgate's carefree smile, his body suddenly crackled with lightning, and in the next instant, he appeared above Newgate.

Only then did his Inazuma- fast figure come to a halt. Of course, this was not to give Newgate an opportunity, but to gather his strength!

It was also because of this that Marco and the others caught a glimpse of Ortolan's figure for the first time during this dynamic exchange.

"So fast!!!" Marco muttered to himself, his forehead beaded with cold sweat.

The speed of that first heavy punch was so fast that if he were in his father's position, he probably wouldn't have even noticed it!

And to possess such terrifying speed and still unleash such shocking power, it's safe to say that even his own father couldn't do that.

This isn't a matter of strength, it's a matter of ability!

Goro Goro no Mi formidable; he truly deserves the title of 'invincible.' If you couldn't keep up with his speed and had to take that punch head-on, what would have happened to you?

It seems that Kozuki Oden has already provided the answer!

This time it wasn't a fist, but a tomahawk-style downward slash!

Even from a distance, Marco could feel the overwhelming force of that kick, like a tiger descending a mountain, rushing towards him as it landed!

At this moment, Newgate, unlike Marco, was not intimidated by this aura. This time, he did not use Cloud-Cutting Sword, but instead used his Haki power on his arm to parry upwards!

With a loud bang, Ortolan's ankle collided with Newgate's arm. In an instant, the deck beneath Newgate's feet shattered. This time, he could no longer remain calm, and his feet sank into the deck, only to be supported by the metal cabin roof below.

Even so, the entire Moby Dick tilted, as if Newgate's position had been hit by a heavy hammer, causing the ship to tilt upwards.

This was a true contest of strength, and both sides were top-notch experts. If Newgate hadn't locked most of the gravity applied by Ortolan into his own body and prevented much of it from leaking out, how could this ship have withstood it?

Even if the top of the cabin below deck were made of metal, it would be absolutely impossible for it to withstand the downward slash of the Ortolan's battle axe!

How did Jozu fall into the sea? It was because he couldn't control the immense force of the Ortolan, and was directly smashed through the warship, plunging into the seabed.

It was visibly that Newgate's expression was no longer relaxed, and his brows furrowed. The arm that was blocking Ortolan's downward chop also began to tremble. This was not due to his ability, but rather the result of the two forces pulling against each other during the struggle!

Ortolan is born with superhuman strength and is unstoppable, but Newgate's physical attributes are also very strong. After all, he is a man who can still stop a ship with one hand even when he is seriously injured, old, or ill. Would a man with weak strength be weak?

However, even a man of such strength was under immense pressure when facing the monstrous strength of Ortolan. It could even be seen that Newgate's legs trembled slightly after a few breaths of tension!

In terms of pure strength, both Ortolan and Newgate have already provided an answer: Ortolan is stronger!

However, the disadvantage still lies with Ortolan, because Newgate can put pressure on both feet, while Ortolan is slashing down from mid-air!

Perhaps the initial explosive power wouldn't be affected by the sparring, but after this struggle, Ortolan had no way to borrow strength, and without borrowing strength, he couldn't exert his full power!

So after a brief standoff of seven or eight breaths, Newgate roared, "Drink!!!"

Then, the power in his arm erupted again, and he forcefully blocked Ortolan.

This time, Ortolan wasn't thrown too far; instead, he flipped over and landed on the Moby Dick's wide deck!

Completely different from his state after the first attack, Newgate now had a very serious look in his eyes as he stared at Ortolan while slowly pulling his legs out of the deck.

Looking at his arm again, the muscles where he had just clashed and struggled with Ortolan were somewhat sunken and shrunken, and the surrounding area was also turning red, with faint bruises and purplish-black marks gradually spreading.

"Truly terrifying power that is unforgettable... exactly the same." Newgate swung his arms, moved them a couple of times to suppress the discomfort, and looked at Ortolan, uttering his first words since they met.

Looking at Newgate's tall and imposing figure, Ortolan couldn't help but sigh, "As expected, I'm still no match for you..."

"Kurararara, kid, you're only in your early twenties. If you want to conquer the world, you're way too young." Newgate laughed heartily upon hearing this.

"Comparing yourself to the world? But as the strongest, you certainly have the right to be arrogant!" Ortolan raised an eyebrow, acknowledging the statement.

After a slight pause, Ortolan raised a finger. "The final blow, this blow, is the power I prepared specifically for you after we first met on Frania Island!"

"Frania Island?" Newgate's eyes showed some doubt, as if he didn't remember this. Then Ortolan mentioned the scene of their first meeting.

Newgate quickly realized what was going on, a knowing glint in his eyes. "Is this the place where you took care of that arrogant brat on Roger's ship?"

Yes... that's right, I'm talking about Bullet.

"That's right!" Ortolan nodded immediately.

"Then let me see for myself what kind of power this 'ultimate kill' you've placed such high hopes on is!" Newgate agreed to Ortolan's request with great Haki.

Seeing this, Ortolan stopped talking and began to gather his lightning power, focusing on the index finger he raised!

Along with this change, Newgate's already serious expression became somewhat solemn. As a top-tier expert, he could sense the gradually emanating dangerous aura from Ortolan's finger, an aura that even gave him a faint, deadly scent.

"To master this technique, you must concentrate all your strength on one point. Therefore, this strike requires unwavering focus and all-out effort. Even if hell lies ahead, you must persevere!" As he spoke, Ortolan poured his mind, body, and spirit into this strike.

As the power gathered, his Lightning Armor gradually dissipated. Just as he said, this attack could only be unparalleled in power if one was single-minded. Compared to that, there was no need for defense or evasion. All he had to do was to be consistent and unwavering!

Newgate was quite considerate of Ortolan, not letting Ortolan get embarrassed while he was showing off. He took the opportunity to ask, "What is the name of this attack?"

"Hellfire Thrust - One-Finger Thrust!" Ortolan grinned, a faint smile playing on his lips, and gave the answer softly.

The instant he finished speaking, he moved, his figure pointing directly at Newgate, his One-Finger Thrust aimed directly at Newgate's chest!

That deadly sense of crisis instantly enveloped Newgate, and for the first time, Newgate chose to dodge as Ortolan launched his surprise attack!

A burst of crimson light erupted as Ortolan and Newgate's figures passed each other. Then, a bolt of lightning, only as thick as an index finger but extremely dazzling, tore everything apart, like a meteor streaking across the night sky, adorning the sea surface and extending the crack for countless thousands of meters before disappearing at the horizon.

"You still managed to hide after all..." Ortolan said with a hint of regret as he stood behind Newgate.

At this moment, Newgate looked down at his arm. He had dodged the blow, which should have pierced his chest, but now it only left a deep, bone-revealing, yet delicate, scar on his arm.

He didn't speak, and Ortolan didn't seem inclined to press the matter further. With a flourish, he tossed the Justice Cloak draped over his shoulders, unleashing electromagnetic power from his hand to pull out the Warhammer that had sunk into the sea alongside Jozu's warship.

As Ortolan gripped the hammer handle, he finally uttered his boast. "Whitebeard, I've already caught a glimpse of your back. Next time, when I'm confident this strike will hit you, I'll claim the title of strongest with my own hands!"

Despite the provocative words, Newgate's face broke into a bright smile upon hearing them. He laughed and said, "Kurararara, I wonder how many people dare to talk to me like that? But you brat, you certainly have the right to say that. Don't worry, I'll be sitting on the strongest throne on this sea, waiting for you, Bane... Ortolan!"