A Navy Admiral, Defeated in a Single Blow?!

"Big news! Big news!"

The World Economic News Paper, headquartered on a strange, teapot-shaped spaceship connected to a hot air balloon.

"Big news!" Morgans, with an arrogant, bird-like gait, paced back and forth in his president's office, his right hand, which had seemingly transformed into bird wings, deftly grasping a fax letter delivered through secret channels.

"Impel Down under attack?"

"The attacker is suspected to be... Golden Lion II?"

"This is huge news, it'll definitely shock the entire ocean! Hahahaha!"

Morgans gripped the fax tightly in his hand, closed his eyes, craned his neck, and involuntarily shivered.

The feeling of revealing "big news" to the world was simply irresistible to him.

But at that moment, Morgans's "instinct" as a journalist surged into his mind.

"Impel Down was attacked... The word 'attacked' is really unappealing!"

"Although Impel Down is known as an impregnable fortress, there have been several prisoners who have escaped from Impel Down."

"So, 'attack'... should be changed to 'destruction'? 'ruining'? 'collapse'? 'Collapse' is definitely better!"

In a short moment, a brand new news headline appeared in the mind of the Big News Bird Morgans.

The World's Number One Great Prison collapsed! The culprit was...

"Hmm! This title is excellent! It makes you want to read it as soon as you see it!"

After Morgans returned to his president's office, he took out his quill pen and began to write furiously.

With a series of swishing sounds, Morgans wrote a news report that was both ornate and eye-catching.

Even now, the World Economic News Paper has not yet confirmed the veracity of this news.

But this is big news!

Timeliness is even more important!

Morgans could no longer tolerate the situation he had encountered before.

The World Government inexplicably issued a bounty on a man named Edward Teach.

Even more outrageous is...

The World Government not only set a terrifying bounty of nearly two billion Beli for this man, but also called him "Whitebeard the Second."

What was the most terrifying thing about this incident?

The World Economic News Paper was completely unaware of the earth-shattering events that "Whitebeard the Second" had actually accomplished!

The dignity of journalists has been trampled underfoot by World Government!

How terrifying!

Morgans quickly sent the press release he had written to the printing department, and then had his subordinates polish and format the manuscript, adding more pictures of Impel Down.

"President! Is this news true?"

Just then, the editor in charge of proofreading knocked on the president's office door and asked, slightly nervously.

"Why did I only see textual information, and nothing else?--"

"Of course it's because I haven't filmed Impel Down yet!"

Morgans interrupted the editor abruptly, urging him on.

"Get this big news out there! I want everyone in the entire ocean to see my report!"

"But, President..."

The editor hesitated again.

"If this kind of big news were reported, it would definitely provoke dissatisfaction from the government, wouldn't it?"

"Um?"

Morgans was taken aback as he looked at the editor who had taken the initiative to offer advice.

Are you from the newspaper?

The editor, puzzled, replied, "Yes, President!"

"Very good."

Morgans nodded first, then said coldly.

"You're fired!"

The editor was instantly dumbfounded.

"This is the World Economic News Paper, not the press department of the World Government!"

Morgans stood up and straightened his bow tie.

"I am the president of the World Economic Journal!"

"I'll report whatever I want!"

Before the editor could react, Morgans suddenly spread his wings, nimbly flew to the editor's side, grabbed the latter's collar with one hand, and then flew with him to the window of the president's office.

"Get lost! You coward, you have no guts whatsoever as a journalist!"

Morgans threw the editor out of the spaceship, leaving him to plummet into the vast ocean below.

Immediately afterwards.

Morgans also quickly ran out of his president's office.

The series of news stories about the destruction of Impel Down could be a long-term project.

In its initial reports, the World Economic Journal could at least use plain text articles to deceive the public.

But you absolutely must provide some solid evidence later on!

"Breaking news! Breaking news!"

Morgans was issuing orders within the World Economic News office.

"Send out all the News Coo that are near the Marine Headquarters and the area around Enies Lobby."

"Let's attach a few more Camera Den Den Mushi to them!"

"I need firsthand news from Impel Down!"

Impel Down, above the sky.

The battle between Golden Lion II. and Kizaru continues.

After engaging in battles and encounters with top-tier experts.

The Golden Lion II has gradually digested his Eight-Star of Observation Haki and mastered the new ability to "read people's minds".

This ability to "read minds" can provide excellent support, whether in combat or in other areas.

With the help of this "reading minds" [Observation Haki], Golden Lion II was able to handle the battle with ease.

Every move Kizaru makes, every battle idea he has, will be detected in advance by Golden Lion II., who will then react accordingly.

In terms of specific manifestations, while Golden Lion II's ability to "read minds" is not "Future Sight," it can achieve a similar effect.

Kizaru seemed very uncomfortable with an opponent who could see through people's hearts.

However, his [Glint-Glint Fruit] is no joke either.

After experiencing the initial attack with "Seastone Wood Spikes," Kizaru became extremely vigilant and no longer blindly relied on the physical immunity provided by his [Glint-Glint Fruit].

If those "Seastone and wood spikes" attacks happen a few more times, Kizaru genuinely worried he'll be in trouble...

In the ensuing battle, Kizaru chose to play it safe, relying solely on the extreme speed and powerful attacks of his [Glint-Glint Fruit] to keep the Golden Lion II. entangled with him.

The Golden Lion II can read his inner thoughts.

However, Kizaru's speed is fast enough.

Even if Golden Lion II made some very fancy changes.

Kizaru can also use the extreme speed granted by the [Glint-Glint Fruit] to forcibly evade the opponent's attacks.

"Lion's Might - Sea Tornado!"

Golden Lion II raised his right hand, summoning endless seawater, which he formed into towering waterspouts that blasted towards Kizaru.

Kizaru didn't even try to take the seawater's attack head-on, nor did he even consider releasing a beam of light to destroy the seaspouts; he simply dodged them in an instant.

Before the seawater completely closed in, Kizaru slipped away from the encirclement.

After retreating to a safe position, Kizaru unleashed the "Yasakani no Magatama," bombarding the sky with a barrage of golden light bullets at Golden Lion II.

However, Golden Lion II had already sensed Kizaru's thoughts. He moved at lightning speed through the sky, nimbly avoiding the range of the "Yasakani no Magatama".

After the most ferocious round of attacks from the "Yasakani no Magatama" ended.

Golden Lion II swung his [Sakazuki] sword, shattering the last dazzling light bullet aimed at him; the sharp sword sliced the bullet in two.

The two-part light bullets continued flying backward, then exploded in mid-air with a deafening roar, their power no less than that of ordinary naval cannons.

"Kizaru."

Golden Lion II floated freely in the sky, calling out to Kizaru on the other side.

"If we continue fighting like this, neither of us will be able to determine a winner."

Golden Lion II. can read Kizaru's thoughts, allowing him to prepare in advance for any actions Kizaru may take.

Kizaru's Observation Haki doesn't possess any special abilities, but he does have the Glint-Glint Fruit.

For any other non-speed user, Kizaru's [Glint-Glint Fruit] gives him an invincible advantage.

From this perspective...

Kizaru agrees with the assessment that the match was "a draw".

After the battle just now, Kizaru has realized the strength of Golden Lion II.

His Observation Haki was unexpectedly powerful, combined with his Float- Float-Float Fruit and his Swordsmanship...

It looks like a combination of "Lone Red" and "Golden Lion Shiki".

Monster!

An absolute monster!

But the Admiral are monsters too.

It's a little embarrassing to say that...

However, Kizaru was prepared for a protracted battle.

The Golden Lion II used Devil Fruit abilities frequently during the battle just now, which definitely took a toll.

Moreover, the opponent is constantly unleashing advanced levels of Observation Haki, which will only increase their stamina consumption.

Kizaru only needs to wait until his opponent is exhausted before he can easily capture him.

The advantage is in my hands!

"That kind of thinking is truly shameful, Kizaru."

Although Kizaru didn't say a word, Golden Lion II. had already caught his thoughts.

"Didn't you see the flock of News Coo around here?"

"A Marine Headquarters Admiral forcibly stalled for time, and that's how he defeated a rookie pirate..."

"Wouldn't this completely tarnish the reputation of the 'World Government's Supreme Military Force'?"

"A newbie? You must be kidding."

Kizaru glanced indifferently at the News Coo in the distance; he had naturally noticed the presence of this flock of seagulls as well.

However, he also noticed the Camera Den Den Mushi) on the other person's body.

This is definitely a "reporter bird" specially dispatched after that "big news" received the news!

This time.

What happened in Impel Down cannot be easily covered up by the government like it did last time.

Kizaru merely glanced at the group of "reporter birds" before looking away.

"As for the Admiral's dignity..."

Kizaru said in a deep voice, showing none of his usual slick and flippant manner.

"If I let you escape, I will lose face!"

"What a nuisance. I hate enemies as fast as you the most."

"Golden Lion II said casually."

"You can't cut it down, and you can't drive it away."

"What a pity~"

Kizaru made a delicate gesture with his fingers, and another cross-shaped ray of light bloomed from his fingertips.

"This is my [Glint-Glint Fruit]!"

The mocking words of the Golden Lion II still seemed to echo in Kizaru's ears.

Is it really that amazing that Observation Haki can read people's minds and Future Sight?

Why should we look down on people like them who only rely on their Devil Fruit abilities?

That wretched brat!

Who do you think you are?!

"The Yasakani no Magatama!"

"That trick again!"

The Golden Lion II's lips twitched slightly. He reached out and grasped at the surrounding seawater, not bothering to reshape it, but simply grabbing a handful of seawater.

However, this mass of seawater is only a tiny fraction of a billion in volume.

Golden Lion II fully utilized his speed, weaving through the saturation barrage of light bullets generated by the "Yasakani no Magatama," while the sea below continuously roared.

Whoosh--whoosh--

The seawater in the Calm Belt, pulled by the [Float-Float Fruit], flew directly into the sky.

The most outrageous thing is...

The volume of this mass of seawater is in no way inferior to that of Impel Down next to it!

King Golden Lion II floated the seawater into the sky, then manipulated it to crash down.

"Undersea Hell!"

The seemingly endless seawater transformed into a massive, almost cloud-covering "sea island," surging towards Kizaru as if to bury the Admiral along with Impel Down below.

Kizaru's expression changed slightly.

Having fought with Golden Lion II for so long, he had somewhat overlooked the fact that the [Float-Float Fruit] was a terrifying fruit capable of causing natural disasters at any time!

Kizaru could easily dodge this "sea island" that fell from the sky using his [Glint-Glint Fruit] ability, but he couldn't do the same with Impel Down below.

If Impel Down is destroyed, all of Kizaru's previous efforts will be in vain.

Kizaru took a deep breath and, instead of dodging away as before, concentrated his Devil Fruit power in his feet, transforming his right leg into a gleaming Golden Thigh once more.

"Heavenly Door!"

A high-energy beam containing terrifying power burst forth from Kizaru's right leg, blasting through the entire "sea island" with unstoppable force, and causing a series of explosions the moment it touched the seawater.

Boom!!!--

It was accompanied by a deafening roar.

The "Undersea Hell" summoned by Golden Lion II was instantly destroyed by Kizaru's "Heavenly Door".

Ordinary seawater was no match for the high-energy bombardment of the [Glint-Glint Fruit], and was directly blasted into a sky full of water vapor.

Water vapor continuously rises from the sea surface into the high atmosphere and then accumulates.

The environment around Impel Down also became gloomy and dark.

Rumble--

Accompanied by several dazzling flashes of lightning, thunder rumbled in the air.

Just a second ago, Kizaru, who had expended a great deal of energy to completely destroy the "Undersea Hell," breathed a slight sigh of relief.

But in the next second, Kizaru's expression turned extremely serious.

The sudden clap of thunder reminded him of another Old Acquaintances.

Kizaru suddenly looked at Golden Lion II., only to find that a burly and robust figure had appeared beside him at some point.

"Whitebeard the Second..."

A bead of cold sweat appeared on Kizaru's forehead as he uttered the name with difficulty.

"Edward Teach!"

"Kizaru, don't say we're ganging up on you; you're a Marine Headquarters Admiral."

Standing beside Whitebeard the Second., Golden Lion II. looked down at Kizaru and chuckled softly.

"Now, let's change players."

Boom!

The moment Golden Lion II finished speaking.

Whitebeard the Second. transformed into Lightning, streaking across the air like a bolt of lightning, and arrived directly in front of Kizaru.

Electric Current Propulsion - Lightning Kick!

Whitebeard the Second.'s right leg emitted dazzling lightning, carrying the momentum of thunder, as it slammed towards Kizaru in front of him.

[More-More Fruit - 100x Power]!

Kizaru quickly raised his arms to protect himself.

Bang!

Whitebeard the Second.'s right leg struck Kizaru's arms directly, and the collision between their bodies instantly created a shockwave, with visible white air currents spreading in all directions.

Kizaru only managed to hold out for a very short time.

The astonishing power emanating from Whitebeard the Second.'s right leg transformed him into a beam of light, shooting directly into the sea below.

Boom!

In the stunned gazes of Magellan and Shiryu.

An Impel Down current suddenly erupted from the sea surrounding Knock Up Stream.

Kizaru plunged directly into the sea, his fate unknown.

Admiral was no match for Whitebeard the Second.?!

Magellan shuddered and unhesitatingly unleashed the power of the [Venom-Venom Fruit], immediately entering [Awakening] state and transforming into a towering and terrifying "Poison Giant Soldier".

On the other side, Shiryu of the Rain also drew his famous sword, Rain Shower, from his waist. Powerful Armament Haki wrapped around the blade of Rain Shower, temporarily transforming it into a "Black Blade."

The two walls of Impel Down were prepared for defense almost simultaneously.

But Whitebeard the Second. merely glanced at the "Great Wall" and "Second Wall" of Impel Down before transforming into lightning and returning to Golden Lion II.'s side.

Magellan and Shiryu kept replaying the arrogant look in Whitebeard the Second.'s eyes in their minds, and both Lord Warden of Impel Down felt extremely ashamed.

Even if Whitebeard the Second. had just casually unleashed Lightning.

Magellan and Shiryu wouldn't feel that embarrassed yet.

But the enemy didn't even have the intention of attacking them...

In Whitebeard the Second.'s eyes, the "two walls" of Impel Down seemed to be nothing more than two wisps of air.

Whitebeard the Second. returned to Golden Lion II.'s side.

A magnificent and dreamlike Eight-Star Big Trophy leaped out of the void.

[Moonlight Trophy: Kizaru Borsalino]

[Trophy Star Rating: ★★★★: ★★★★★★★★]

Golden Lion II piloted the few warships that hadn't been completely destroyed in the battle, flying towards the vast sky.

They watched as those flying warships disappeared completely into the distance.

Magellan then exited the "Poison Giant Soldier" state, but he was still terrified.

However, in the next instant...

Magellan suddenly realized something.

"Shiryu! Save him!"

Shiryu of the Rain's lips twitched slightly before he reluctantly jumped into the sea.

Several streaks of blood-red light flashed from the depths of the sea.

Shiryu, carrying Kizaru, flew out of the sea.

"Admiral Kizaru!"

Magellan quickly went to Kizaru's side, raised his hands, and pressed on the latter's chest a few times.

Kizaru coughed up a few spurts of seawater, then opened his eyes.

"Magellan... I'm so glad I opened my eyes and you were the first thing I saw."

Magellan paused for a moment, then pointed to the few black dots on the horizon that were almost disappearing from view.

"Shall we go?"

"You'll die."

Kizaru lay sprawled out on the floor of the First Sea Level Impel Down, completely disregarding his appearance.

"Whitebeard the Second. and Golden Lion II. joined forces."

"Let's leave this problem to the bigwigs in the government to figure out!"

Third update, 12,000 words, here it is!

It's too late... a very, very late.

The fourth update will be around midnight.