Take This Old Man's Blade!
(Please open your music player and play [Giant Fortress: March] to watch.)
"Is it because of you, Shiki, Byndi Wald, that 'Big Mom' and they bowed down to the World Government?"
Edward Newgate asked, his voice heavy with mixed emotions.
"You could say that soon you will be one of them, and you will feel honored and delighted about it in the near future." Imu didn't mind chatting with him for a bit.
For those in positions of power, someone like Whitebeard, who had little ambition, many bonds, and immense strength, was practically the perfect subordinate.
"Gurarara~ I can tell you're very strong, extremely strong, but making me submit is perhaps beyond your imagination!"
He now regards Imu as one of the top fighters among the Celestial Dragons.
Given the World Government's resources and centuries of accumulated experience, it's not surprising that they could mold a genius into a top-tier fighter. As for that somewhat exaggerated aura, it could be attributed to the opponent's exceptional talent or some kind of Devil Fruit ability.
But regardless.
Edward Newgate, who had met Rocks D. Xebec, Gol D. Roger, Monkey D. Garp, Shiki the Golden Lion, and others in his life, firmly believed that he had a clear understanding of the ceiling of power in this world.
Not to mention that he himself is Four Seas recognized as the epitome of excellence!
While the strength of one's aura can be used as a reference, it is only a reference. Therefore, no matter how strong this young Celestial Dragons is, he can't be that strong. At most, he can only be considered as strong as himself.
Because this is the limit of what this world can achieve!
"Once we defeat this Celestial Dragons brat, we'll trade him to the World Government for our sons."
Edward Newgate believed that given the enemy's combat strength, the World Government would absolutely not give up.
This fueled his fighting spirit, which grew stronger like a flame being stoked.
Imu remained noncommittal about his words; there was no point in continuing the conversation at this point.
On the other side.
Government officials worked very efficiently with the Holy Land Garrison, and quickly led the island's residents out.
Because they only allowed these people to bring three precious items.
There were moments of chaos and arguments during this time, but the sight of Noah, which blotted out the sky, was simply too awe-inspiring.
Coupled with forceful measures, they had no choice but to reluctantly line up and walk out of the village gate that displayed the Whitebeard Pirates' flag.
The people were surprised to find that the Whitebeard Pirates, not far away, dared not move.
The Haki Moby Dick simply sat quietly on the shore.
From their perspective, they couldn't see Marco and the others kneeling on the deck at all.
But this disheartened everyone, and they dejectedly boarded a ship capable of carrying a thousand people.
This ship was an accessory to Noah.
Besides it, there were many other ships of different sizes and types, just in case, including ten flying warships.
In other words, it can summon a flying fleet of the level of Buster Call in a matter of minutes!
The area has been mostly cleared.
Without a word, Imu vanished into thin air.
Edward Newgate narrowed his eyes upon seeing this. He could sense that this was not a Devil Fruit ability, but pure speed, but even so, it was still much faster than Byndi Wald's More-More: Hundredfold Speed.
"Such a figure has actually emerged from among the Celestial Dragons."
With a heavy heart, he glanced at his sons who were still kneeling and struggling on the deck, and could only sigh. He picked up his great halberd, Murakumo- Murakumogiri, and strode towards the depths of the colorful island.
When it moves, it's like a savage beast, each step producing a roar and crushing the ground.
Imu, who was already perched on the top of the tallest tree, stood with his hands behind his back, quietly watching 'Whitebeard' rushing over menacingly.
To be honest, he had been looking forward to this battle for a long time.
This is a colorful forest of Rainbow Eucalyptus. Not far from the forest is the town where the residents live, with rows of wooden houses standing side by side.
"The interview begins. You are free to demonstrate your worth to me, Edward Newgate." When the latter was about a hundred meters away from Imu spoke again.
The calm voice, though not loud, rippled through the air like Formless waves.
Something amazing happened.
No one knows how the people on Noah heard it, but the large Symphony Orchestra composed of 120 musicians started playing again.
This time the track is "Giant Fortress," a background music specifically designed for grand scenes!
Edward Newgate was stunned, then burst into loud laughter.
"Gurgle, grumble, what a cocky brat! Well then, I'll grant your wish!"
The next moment, accompanied by rousing battle music and the powerful performance of the Symphony Orchestra.
He held the Murakumogiri in his right hand, slightly turning his muscular body to the side, while his free left hand clenched into a fist. A fierce glint flashed in his eyes, and a white halo gathered around his fist.
Without saying a word, he slammed his fist heavily into the air facing Imu.
[Snap!]
A slightly dim, yet still striking white light exploded on the surface, like a hammer shattering a Formless mirror, with countless cracks spreading outwards.
But the process was very brief; in the blink of an eye, the entire 'Hari' shattered completely.
The air within the affected area immediately surged violently, transforming into visible Shockwave mixed with pale white vibrations that erupted forth.
"Good."
Imu watched the shockwave sweep across the land, tearing apart vast swathes of earth and shattering countless colorful trees, crashing down like a tsunami, and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.
[Boom----]
But there was no visible movement. Although it was just standing on the treetop, the mighty impact slowed down at a visible speed, as if it had been trapped in Formless gravitational field, and it seemed so difficult to get even a meter closer.
When it finally reached a point less than twenty meters from Imu, it couldn't hold on any longer and vanished completely, leaving only a long and deep dent as proof that it had tried!
"How is that possible?"
Edward Newgate's eyes widened in shock, his pupils trembling. He hadn't held back at all; that was a full-force Airquake.
At the same time.
Marco, Jozu, and the others, who had already stood up from the deck, were panting heavily, their faces looking extremely pale.
The next moment, they witnessed an incredible scene.
The Pops's Airquake Kakuzu of the other person's clothes?
On Noah.
"So powerful, Lord Saint Nerona!"
Stussy was also taken aback by the strength Imu had displayed, and instinctively covered her mouth.
Although I had sensed before that this extraordinary Celestial Dragons was very strong, everything needs a point of reference to be understood more intuitively.
And the World's Strongest Man, 'Whitebeard' Edward Newgate, is the best reference!
At the same time.
Edward Newgate gritted his Koga, gripped the handle of the Murakumogiri tightly with both hands, and began to run, each step crushing a patch of ground.
After running about twenty meters, he stomped heavily on the ground and nearby trees with a bang, and his 6.66-meter-tall frame leaped into the air.
"You brat, take this from me!!"
He roared, his muscles bulged, veins stood out, and a brighter white light condensed on the blade of his sword Murakumogiri.
That wasn't all; streaks of dark red lightning flashed across it.
"Oh--Is it the Coating of Conqueror's Haki?"
Imu tilted his head slightly and squinted at 'Whitebeard's' angry glare. It seemed that he couldn't stop this strike with his 'Domain of God' alone.
In that critical moment, he was wondering whether to dodge with speed or take the hit head-on.
The next second.
[Whoosh!]
In an instant, he drew the 'Enma' sword from his waist beneath his white robes, and a dark purple light rapidly spread across its surface.
"Think about it carefully, you don't have the right to make me back down, Edward Newgate."