Doflamingo's Challenge Task!

"Donquixote Doflamingo, Shichibukai, pays his respects to Imu!"

Empty Throne Hall.

Imu sat atop the three-tiered Empty Throne, looking down at Doflamingo, who was kneeling and bowing before him.

Although this time there was no overwhelming, Formless force.

But under the gaze of those golden, Ripple Eyes, the latter still felt a prickle of tension.

However, Doflamingo has already accepted Imu's existence, so he does not feel resentment or dissatisfaction.

Instead, they tend to feel gratitude and admiration to some extent.

He was grateful because Lord Imu had restored his Celestial Dragons status and recognized his abilities, entrusting him with the important task of managing the maritime industry.

Doflamingo wasn't interested in making money, but he thoroughly enjoyed the feeling of controlling thousands of people.

To put it bluntly...

His desire for control is extremely strong, far exceeding that of most people.

Perhaps this is why he and the String-String Fruit such a perfect match.

Of course, it's also possible that the String-String Fruit had some influence on him.

And that's why they worship.

Firstly, because of Imu's absolute strength, and secondly, because of Imu's identity.

These two factors combined form the most reassuring support for all Celestial Dragons.

This gave Doflamingo the confidence to face anyone, no matter who they were dealing with.

Finally, there's the existence of the Star Gate.

Doflamingo already knew this from the Five Elders.

The Star Gate is a unique ability that Imu developed over eight hundred years by sensing the aura of the Star Sea.

Honestly, he was completely stunned when he first heard that.

It took me several minutes to finally process this information.

Although it seems incredible, considering all of Haki's various abilities, it doesn't seem so strange.

It can only be said that Imu's Haki has reached a Bleach that is completely beyond their comprehension.

So, Doflamingo was actually excited when he was suddenly summoned to Noah.

He thought he was finally about to receive a secret mission as Shichibukai.

But Imu's first words were like a bucket of cold water poured over his head, leaving him feeling utterly chilled.

"You're too weak."

"As one of my Shichibukai, your current strength and the speed of your improvement are both substandard."

Imu didn't mince words and pointed out the other person's problems.

This made Doflamingo, who was kneeling on the red carpet, blush with shame and anger, but he only dared to press his forehead firmly to the ground.

A surge of resentment welled up in his heart due to his inherent nature, but his strong reason suppressed it firmly.

"The Shichibukai are my direct subordinates. In the future, you will inevitably face powerful opponents from Heavens and Myriad Worlds. If you are easily defeated because you are too weak, it will trouble me greatly."

Hearing this, Doflamingo suppressed his embarrassment and irritation.

He gritted his teeth and asked in a low voice, "What does Imu Im mean?"

He thought Imu wanted to remove him from the Shichibukai.

This was unacceptable to him, and an utter insult.

"Since you're weak, it's only natural to become stronger, isn't it?"

Imu believes Doflamingo has potential.

His control over Conqueror's Haki and development of the String-String Fruit's abilities are excellent, but his shortcomings lie in his Physical Arts and the level of his dual-color Haki.

Now that we know where the problem lies, we can strengthen it in a targeted manner.

"So that's how it is, phew--"

Doflamingo understood Imu's meaning and immediately breathed a sigh of relief, his initial embarrassment and anger subsiding.

"For now, ignore what's happening outside and focus on improving your strength."

Imu had barely finished speaking.

The doors to the Empty Throne Hall were slowly pushed open by the two 'Giant God Soldier' guarding the outside, Oimo and Kashi.

Doflamingo had already stood up, turned to look.

Then, four more 'Giant God Soldier' clad in golden, blood-patterned armor walked in, one in each pair.

They were none other than Surtr, the 'Fire Giant' Devil Fruit User the Logia Mi (Flame-Flame Fruit).

Utgard, the 'Frost Giant', Logia Devil Fruit User.

Brogy the 'Calamity Giant' is a user of the Zoan Snake-Snake Fruit, Mythical Zoan Yamata no Orochi Model.

And Dorry, the 'Thunder Giant' who just ate the Logia Plasma-Plasma Fruit a few days ago.

This Plasma-Plasma Fruit is Devil Fruit 'Red Count' Redfield accidentally found in the North Blue.

Upon hearing this, Imu immediately ordered the Five Elders to send it to the Ark, which was then given to Dorry.

Actually, he initially considered giving the Mythical Zoan Kirin Fruit to Dorry, so that he could pair it up with his partner Brogy.

However, after hearing about Esdeath, he immediately abandoned the idea and left the Kirin Fruit for her.

According to the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia, the Kirin Fruit's ability is to manipulate ice and snow, fly on clouds, and greatly increase speed.

Once the ability Awakening, it will grant the ability to control Raiden.

Imu felt that these abilities were a good match for Esdeath.

Moreover, there is already a Frost Giant among the 'Giant God Soldier,' so there is really no need for a second ice-type ability user.

Dorry's Plasma-Plasma Fruit is a lower-ranking fruit compared to the Rumble-Rumble Fruit.

Although it lacks the latter's lightning-fast speed and deafening thunder, it can still transform the body into a dangerous mass of high-temperature plasma.

Combined with the enormous size of the Giants, their power Little Cutie once they were elementalized.

"These are your next challenges. Once you defeat these four 'Giant God Soldier,' you can leave the Ark and undertake new missions for me!"

Looking up at the four imposing 'Golden Giants,' Doflamingo's lips twitched, and a strong sense of foreboding began to rise in his heart.

"Lord Imu, when you say 'defeat,' do you mean I should defeat them one by one, or defeat all four of them together?"

"Suit yourself, just defeat them."

Imu gave a mocking look, raised his right hand to rest his chin on the throne, and said, "However, I would be even happier if you could defeat them together."

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Doflamingo was speechless, a string of black lines appearing above his head. These words left him with no choice.

One person defeated four 'Giant God Soldier' who were clearly stronger than the Giant Vice Admiral.

If I could do that, my strength would probably have reached the level of Admiral, right?

He suddenly realized that he was going to be living here for a long time.

"Oh, right, let's add a time limit."

But then Imu spoke again, saying things that made Doflamingo's mood even heavier.

"You're twenty years old this year, so complete this challenge before you turn twenty-five."

"If you fail, your status Shichibukai will be revoked, and you'll be stuck managing the shipping industry on Sea Star for the rest of your life."

Doflamingo's face stiffened, and his fists clenched tightly.

He knew this was tantamount to deciding his future; at best, he would be a King of Shipping in Sea Star Homeworld.

As for higher status, greater power, and a more glamorous stage, none of that matters to me anymore.

"As Lord Imu commands."

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