Crackling sounds...
While this description might be a bit unserious, Gawain's lightning-fast, Inazuma journey was indeed quite impressive.
As he fell from the sky amidst thunder, Gawain first half-squatted, then stood up straight, and casually straightened Imu, whom he was carrying on his shoulder.
Look left and right.
The city of Mary Geoise has... vanished completely.
In the distance, countless refugees are crammed onto the edge of the Red Line, near the Bubble Gondola.
The Bubble Gondola are already operating at full capacity, and currently, a considerable number of the Army and CP personnel are escorting the last remaining Celestial Dragon to the Sabaody Archipelago.
Meanwhile, the slaves naturally wouldn't let the Celestial Dragon escape peacefully.
When the flames of war completely engulfed Mary Geoise, and when one Celestial Dragon after another fell before them.
They were no longer the dogs the Celestial Dragon thought they were.
Whether it's a dog or a wolf, there's no clear distinction.
Dogs are docile, wolves are ferocious, that's all.
The slaves of today are becoming increasingly violent under such stimulation.
Boom!
Bang!
One explosion after another rang out.
That was because the collars worn by individual slaves were deliberately detonated.
However, the devices controlling the explosive collars are usually in the hands of the Celestial Dragon themselves.
Although some Celestial Dragon were still frantically pressing the detonation button.
But they couldn't stop the overwhelming number of slaves rushing forward.
In particular, the Celestial Dragon are also keen on taming great pirates as mounts.
Result...
Even the most well-trained pirates can now easily turn against their masters.
With all the monster forces now deployed to support Mary Geoise, the soldiers guarding the Celestial Dragon are barely managing to hold their own against the charging slaves.
As the slaves grew increasingly violent, more and more Celestial Dragon were about to die.
Gawain narrowed his eyes, coldly turned his head, and shifted his gaze back from the distance.
Whether they are Celestial Dragon or slaves, they are all now useless things, not even fit to be pawns!
The immediate focus remains on the ultimate showdown that will determine the final outcome of the war!
I used my Observation Haki to sense my surroundings.
Gawain's first glance was directed at Mihawk and Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, who were still locked in battle.
At the same time, the two of them also witnessed Gawain's return.
Then, a smile suddenly appeared on Mihawk's face, which was covered in blood and sweat.
"Ha, Gawain is indeed the one who has the last laugh!"
I knew it! This guy never lets us down!
In that case, I can fight you to the very end without any scruples!
As soon as Mihawk finished speaking, he was a little stunned, staring blankly at the person opposite him.
Just as he was talking to himself, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro also felt compelled to mutter a couple of words.
"Finally, we've seen the final result. Did Little Gawain really win?"
This is good, this is really good!
No matter what, immortality is against the laws of nature. Even if Lord Imu is an ancestor, it is still wrong for an ancestor to use ideas from tens of thousands of years ago to manipulate the present, which should be full of vitality at all times.
Gawain won, haha!
Great, really great!!!
At this point, the sword in Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro's hand, which had been exhausted, suddenly became filled with excitement and joy.
Swords don't lie, and so Mihawk, who was the first to sense the change in Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro's emotions, even hesitated to raise his sword.
"Why are you so happy that Gawain has returned victorious?"
Damn it, are you actually supporting him?
So what exactly is the purpose of this battle?!
Mihawk sheathed his sword and assumed a defensive stance, then roared at Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, asking him a question.
Hearing Mihawk's words, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro paused slightly, then grinned.
"Whether you support Imu or Little Gawain., what difference does it make to me?"
They were both so outstanding, and they were both Celestial Dragon, carrying the hopes of the Celestial Dragon.
Even worse, hahaha!
Did you know that the Little Gawain was carrying on his back was the one we call Lady Imu? She and Little Gawain are mother and son!
If you ask about the reason for this battle...
Oh!
It must be said that there was a reason for this battle, and that reason was a difference.
Will Gawain take control of the future, or will we old guys hand it over to him?
If everything was handed to him by us, he will never be able to get rid of our control unless he is willing to harden his heart and completely sever these ties with me.
And now, haha, this world has been taken over by Gawain himself!
In that case, no matter how much Lord Imu wants to control his son and the whole world, it won't matter.
From now on, the world will no longer be under Lord Imu's control!!!
As he spoke, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro burst into hearty laughter.
Then, with a clang, he sheathed the First Generation Kitetsu, and then placed his only remaining right arm on the hilt of the Kitetsu.
After suppressing his imposing aura, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro's body gradually became thinner, and he also became lazy.
He then rummaged through the soil in the distance, picked up his broken glasses from the ground, and put them on his only remaining eye.
After blinking, I cleaned the blood around my eyelids.
Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro turned to look at Mihawk.
"Let's go, kid, there's no need to fight anymore."
Gawain's condition is passable, but Lord Imu has lost his fighting ability. In that case, no matter how hard I try, I won't be able to help Lord Imu.
In this way, even if Lord Imu awakens, he won't be able to say anything about me.
Besides, you brat are truly the strongest swordsman I've ever seen. You've already surpassed Ryuma of yesteryear!
I've lost a hand, an eye, two ribs, and my left collarbone.
As for you, it seems I only managed to puncture your left kidney.
Even if we only consider the severity of your injuries, you'll definitely outlast me.
Now all I want to do is admit defeat, take a nice bath, and then leave Mary Geoise for good. This damned place.
You have no idea, ever since we saw the ship that Gawain built, all five of us old folks have been absolutely fascinated by it.
If it weren't for our responsibilities, the five of us old folks would have long wanted to board those luxurious ships, cruise around on those pleasure boats, and then try to have a few more sons.
By the way, you should get it treated as soon as possible, since it involves your kidneys.
You don't have kids yet, right? Haha, just like me back in the day, a kendo fanatic.
When you get to my age, you'll know how fun it is to have a child!
Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro made a final teasing remark to Mihawk, then, riding on Kitetsu's back, he lazily strolled over to Gawain.
"Tsk tsk, you've really changed, kid."
In the past, you would at least have had to greet me.
But now, even though I'm covered in wounds, you still made me walk up to you myself to surrender on behalf of my World Government!
As soon as he finished speaking, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro decisively drew the Kitetsu and handed the demon sword, scabbard and blade, which had been with him for countless years to Gawain.
Looking at the short, old man who handed him the Kitetsu, Gawain took a deep breath.
He then placed Imu, who was on his shoulder, on the ground to the side.
When he turned around again, for some reason, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro was kneeling on one knee in front of Gawain with a sullen face.
The demonic sword in his hand was being raised high by him with his only remaining right hand and presented to Gawain.
Only then did Gawain finally approach him.
Stopping in front of Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, Gawain reached out his right hand, grasped the scabbard, and then waited quietly.
Feeling the blade vibrate, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro took a deep breath and then nodded.
"In this battle, the World Government... has already lost!"
Here, as one of the Five Elders of the World Government, I represent the World Government in declaring our surrender to His Gawain!
As he finished speaking, the last bit of strength in Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro finally disappeared. His shoulders relaxed slightly, and his back hunched a little.
At the same time, Gawain, holding onto Kitetsu, whispered a reply to Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro.
"Call me Your Majesty. After all, aren't you the one who most desires to see the world unified?"
"This...!"
Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro suddenly looked up, and the next moment his back, which had just bent over, straightened up again.
"Your Majesty, you're right, haha!"
It's actually I who's been too attached to appearances!
Over the years, we have clearly had the opportunity to do what we wanted to do.
But now you should understand that, compared to his ambition to unify the world, Lord Imu desires... a complete reshuffling of the world!
This is not me slandering Lord Imu; it's just that Lord Imu's taste and strength have reached a level close to that of a god, and humans are naturally insignificant in the eyes of a god.
Fortunately... haha!
Heaven has spared us Celestial Dragon!
Even if Lord Imu does not ultimately achieve victory.
But Your Majesty, you still bear the expectations of us old men on your shoulders, and the blood of the Celestial Dragon truly flows in your veins.
This is really... hahaha, this is just too good!!!
Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro abruptly released his grip on the sword and then quickly stood up.
He glanced around skillfully, then knelt down again and spoke to Gawain.
"Your Majesty, the previous war has caused heavy losses to Mary Geoise. Please allow me to temporarily exercise my last remaining power to clean up the mess we have made."
In addition, Your Majesty, you should send more personnel from the Dark Bird Alliance to formally take over Mary Geoise.
Aside from the succession of various powers and responsibilities, whether it be Your Majesty's subordinates or the remaining surviving warriors of Mary Geoise...
They all deserve the best treatment.
Your subordinates are certainly expected to do so, but the old fogies of Mary Geoise won't mind pledging allegiance to you either!
Since Lord Imu has lost, we should rightfully follow you. Our centuries of loyalty to the Imu should now be clear to you!
So...
Please allow me to make arrangements for that while I'm at it!
After saying that, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro waited quietly for Gawain's command.
Gawain twirled the Kitetsu it into his waistband, then turned to look at the distant edge of the Red Line.
"Alright, sir, the surrender ceremony is over. There's no need to be so solemn on ordinary days."
I never expected this battle to be so brutal; apart from you and Mihawk, no one else is still standing.
Wait, Garp seems to be seriously injured, and Kuma... Kuma has also lost consciousness.
This is really... thank you all for your hard work!
As he spoke, Gawain gently patted Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro on the shoulder.
Then, Gawain Teuchi his fingers.
After the snap of his fingers, which was streaked with blood, hundreds of bolts of lightning suddenly struck down in front of Gawain.
Immediately afterwards, the medical team, led by Chopper, was the first to emerge from Thunder.
"Damn it, where am I? Why is it so dilapidated!"
Wait, Mr. Garp!
And Mr. Yixiao!
Everyone collapsed to the ground!!!
Is this Mary Geoise? How could even Mary Geoise be beaten to this state?!
"Dr. Kureha, hurry and save him!!!"
"Okay, okay, stop with the nonsense, you brat!"
Dr. Kureha, grumbling and cursing, ran up and helped Garp, whose internal organs were almost lifeless, to his feet.
Fortunately, she carried a lot of nutritional supplements with her; otherwise, it would have been very inconvenient to provide quick treatment.
Meanwhile, Crocus and others quickly began treating the injured players on the field.
While they were receiving treatment, Gawain spoke to Grandpa Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro.
"Leave the medical aspects to my medical team. Last year's war gave them a lot of experience in emergency rescue, and no one will die on their operating table."
Besides, as you can see, my first mate is lying there unconscious.
Therefore, I will temporarily hand over the Black Ice Terrace, a department that was reorganized from CP members, to you.
"Whether it's the collection of remaining supplies and treasures in Mary Geoise, or the post-disaster reconstruction and the resettlement of Mary Geoise's original citizens, all of that is temporarily entrusted to you!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Upon receiving the order, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro was full of energy. Although the destruction of Mary Geoise inevitably made him feel a little heartbroken, he thought that suffering a little was nothing in the face of the Celestial Dragon' ultimate ambition to unify the world.
Inside the Black Ice Terrace, Lucci, because of his decent strength, joined the others in the raid on Mary Geoise.
So, together with Kalifa, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro quickly began the final cleanup of the Mary Geoise ruins.
Whether it was medical care or post-disaster reconstruction, while various departments were working effectively, Mihawk, sullenly leaning on his sword, strolled over to Gawain's side.
"Regardless of the circumstances, we won this battle."
He couldn't help but sigh.
Hearing his words, Gawain nodded slightly.
"Yes, no matter what, we won."
Now, the world can finally usher in... a truly new era.
I just hope that the new era I bring will at least be a little better than the past.
Mihawk, you'll still help me, right?
Gawain glanced at Mihawk with a smile. Mihawk pondered for a while, then shrugged with a seemingly helpless expression.
"What else can I do but help you? You haven't even taught me chakra properly yet. I'm just a student."
Oh, by the way, that old guy just said... Imu is your mother?
So, she really is your mother???
Mihawk finally gave an incredulous look, scrutinizing Imu lying on the ground.
"She really is a woman, and a very beautiful one at that. You seem to have inherited some of her features."
However, in an era where many swordsmen look down on female swordsmen, the one who silently rules the world from the highest position is actually a woman!
Gawain, although your mother is our enemy.
But your mother is truly admirable!