Explosive flames swallowed Queen's massive Brachiosaurus body, and thick smoke billowed upward.
Although it was the first time the mech had been used in actual combat, its combat performance had exceeded expectations.
Whether in defense, strength, or the terrifying power of its onboard weapons, Assault Freedom's stats were astonishing across the board. Its speed was the only thing that fell a little short.
After the violent explosion, no sound came from the smoke. Franky's expression grew complicated. He fell silent for a moment, then his gaze sharpened with resolve.
They each had their own sides to fight for, and his friends were still battling. Now wasn't the time to dwell on the past.
The heavy mech turned with a step. After scanning the battlefield, Franky prepared to head out and help the others.
Suddenly—
"You don't actually think it's over, do you? You're way too full of yourself, brat."
A mocking voice rang out nearby. Franky's eyes widened, and he whipped around.
But all he saw was an empty wasteland. Queen was nowhere to be seen.
"The rulers of the world hundreds of millions of years ago weren't so fragile, idiot! Wind Fist!"
Bang!
Just as Franky was taken aback, a heavy blow slammed into the mech's back, deforming a pair of mechanical wings with its immense force.
Then one of the mech's arms was locked in place, as if an invisible hand had clamped it tight. The next instant—
Screeeech—!
The metal crumpled with a shrill noise, and the arm began to twist at the joint.
"Raaagh!!"
Veins bulged across the muscles of the invisible Queen as he violently tore one of Assault Freedom's mechanical arms off!
Bang!!
A thick, bucket-like Brachiosaurus foot kicked the mech hard, sending it staggering back several meters. Only then did Queen slowly appear,