Marco, transformed into his Phoenix form, suddenly shot into the sky and flew straight toward the execution platform.
Clusters of dark-blue flames streamed behind him, dragging out two dazzling trails of light.
The instant the island came crashing down, Marco knew that this massive force, which had arrived like timely rain, was not purely reinforcements.
Golden Lion...
This man, who had once roamed the seas in the same era as Pops, would not hesitate to sink them into the depths along with Marineford if that was what it took to achieve his goal.
So, before the worst could happen...
Rescuing Ace successfully was the true key to victory!
"Phoenix Marco is heading for the execution platform!"
"Stop him!"
Seeing Marco take advantage of the opportunity to rise into the air and charge toward the execution platform, the surrounding Marines immediately opened fire on him.
However,
Whether bullets or slashes struck Marco, they only created insignificant ripples in the dark-blue flames surrounding him.
Aside from that, they had no effect whatsoever.
"Damn it, we can't hurt him at all!"
"We can't stop him..."
The Marines in the plaza attacked Marco with all their might, yet they could not even restrict his mobility.
This damage-immunity ability, which even Admiral Kizaru found troublesome, was showing its greatest value at this very moment.
As long as I seize this opportunity...
Ignoring the countless attacks coming from behind him, Marco's eyes reflected Ace's figure. He suddenly beat his wings and transformed into a streak of light, diving toward the execution platform.
Sengoku raised his head and watched Marco expressionlessly. He rolled up his sleeves in a few motions, a cold glint flashing through his eyes.
Just as he was about to transform into the Golden Great Buddha, a figure shot up from below the execution