The Celestial Dragons Are Swine? No! They're Scum Worse Than Swine!
"Whitebeard the Second" – that is, Storm.
Although Storm used the power of the Soul-Soul Fruit to create a real "Whitebeard the Second. Homies" using the Rumble-Rumble Ring and "Clay Doll" as materials.
However, the Homies themselves are a very peculiar existence.
If Storm wishes, he can still control and manipulate the power of "Whitebeard the Second."
So, he came.
Since this Figarland Saint Gringu voluntarily ran into the New World.
Therefore, Storm would naturally not deliberately ignore the supreme commander of the Knights of God.
This is a genuine, top-tier Celestial Dragons!
A staunch supporter of the World Government, as pure as can be!
If Storm doesn't deal with Figarland Saint Gringu now.
That would be deliberately causing trouble for him in the future.
As for why Storm chose to adopt the persona of "Whitebeard the Second." instead of "Red Dragon Emperor"...
It's because of Kizaru, of course!
Storm, disguised as "Whitebeard the Second," suddenly raised his right hand, as if preparing to send a signal (crossed out) --
Just as they were about to unleash lightning to lure Kizaru out as planned,
But a dazzling bolt of lightning had just coalesced in Storm's palm.
Standing beside Kizaru, Saint Gringu suddenly sheathed his sword and looked coldly at "Whitebeard the Second."
"Pirates, call your Captain over here!"
This domineering attitude is exactly what people stereotype about Celestial Dragons.
Storm's attention was naturally drawn to Saint Gringu because of this remark.
But.
Why would a true Great Pirate care about the nonsense of a mere Celestial Dragons?
A flash of lightning appeared in Storm's eyes, and two beams of electricity containing extremely high energy shot out, heading straight for Saint Gringu's heart.
Those captivating eyes!
Even Saint Gringu hadn't expected this "Whitebeard the Second" to be so uncooperative.
But his strength is undeniable.
Even if Whitebeard the Second.'s lightning shots were fast enough.
However, thanks to his agile reflexes, Saint Gringu swiftly swung his famous Famous Sword.
Even without drawing his longsword, the flat scabbard still displayed great power in the hands of the Saint Gringu, catching the two beams of lightning that shot towards him in the blink of an eye.
Boom--Buzz!
The high-energy lightning was directly shattered by the scabbard of Saint Gringu. The scattered lightning transformed into wandering arcs of electricity, moving and roaming on the warship until it disappeared into the air.
"Whitebeard the Second!"
Saint Gringu drew his Famous Sword and shouted the name indignantly.
The very next moment, Storm responded to the "summons" of this top-tier Celestial Dragons.
A flash of electricity appeared on the warship.
Storm's figure appeared in front of Saint Gringu as if he had teleported.
His right leg was radiating dazzling silver-white lightning, with streaks of black and red electricity swirling within the silver-white lightning, lashing out fiercely at the top-tier Celestial Dragons in front of him with lightning speed.
The bright lightning, interwoven with black and white, directly illuminated the angry old face of the Saint Gringu, whose beard and hair stood on end.
'Wow, that's fast!'
Saint Gringu's heart trembled, and he dared not be careless in the slightest, swinging the Famous Sword in his hand with almost all his might.
On that gleaming, sharp blade, black and red arcs of electricity, symbolizing [Conqueror's Haki], were also wrapped.
As the supreme commander of the Knights of God, Celestial Dragons, second only to Imu and the Gorosei.
Saint Gringu is also a user of [Conqueror's Haki]!
Before Whitebeard the Second.'s right leg and the Celestial Dragons's Famous Sword could even fully touch, the air in between could no longer withstand the compression of these two powerful forces, and a deafening explosion erupted.
Rumble--
In the space where Storm and Saint Gringu were locked in combat, a blindingly bright light shone forth, and arcs of electricity surged from it, relentlessly bombarding everything around them.
The steel-built government warship was struck by bolts of lightning, and blackened marks quickly appeared on its surface.
The agents who were originally on the warships and belonged to the World Government were also affected by these lightning attacks, and they were all electrocuted and charred black.
The clouds high in the sky were also distorted and split into two halves due to the aftershocks of the battle.
The sky of the New World seemed to split open at that moment!
Click--click--
The power struggle between Storm and Saint Gringu continues.
Even this steel warship, forged through countless trials, could not withstand the aftershocks of the battle between two top-tier sea warriors, and deep, twisted cracks began to appear on its deck.
Battles between the world's top experts can easily destroy islands.
The strength of this steel warship is nowhere near that of those real islands.
If we let Storm and Saint Gringu continue their stalemate...
This steel warship will definitely be completely scrapped.
And so.
Kizaru has made his move.
"Whitebeard the Second., don't move."
Kizaru extended his right hand, and a star-like cross of light emanated from the tip of his index finger, a powerful burst of energy poised to be unleashed.
As a Navy Headquarters Admiral (whose true identity has not yet been revealed).
Protecting the Celestial Dragons is Kizaru's mission.
Although Saint Gringu's own strength level is extremely high.
But he is still a Celestial Dragons!
Storm glanced at Kizaru, silently retracted his right leg, and immediately transformed into lightning, disappearing from the spot.
He wasn't giving Kizaru any face.
I'm just more interested in the government warship below.
Imu and the Gorosei dispatched Saint Gringu to the New World to conduct a "secret deal" with the New Marines and the Pirate Emperor.
Since it's a "transaction".
Therefore, "bargaining chips" are naturally needed.
The World Government's "bargaining chips" are basically all concentrated on this warship.
If Storm and Saint Gringu continue their duel, the warship will naturally be completely destroyed.
The "treasures" housed on this warship will also be destroyed.
At best, it will sink into the sea.
In severe cases, it may be completely destroyed.
Storm was a thrifty man and couldn't stand such extravagance.
This is not the property of the World Government.
These are all his personal assets!
So Storm stopped in time.
As he suddenly stopped, Saint Gringu steadied himself in time, his face showing a calm and composed expression.
However, upon closer inspection, judging from the constantly trembling arms of Saint Gringu, this top-tier Celestial Dragons's actual physical condition was not as relaxed as he appeared.
'This level of [Conqueror's Haki], this level of [superhuman strength]...'
Saint Gringu's arms trembled incessantly, as did his pupils.
'He's even stronger than Whitebeard back in the day!'
Saint Gringu had heard the story of Whitebeard the Second.
He knew that Whitebeard the Second. was a powerful being capable of simultaneously dealing with both Markus Saint Mars and Kizaru.
But as the saying goes, seeing is believing.
Just now, when Whitebeard the Second. unleashed the power of the [Rumble-Rumble Fruit].
Although Saint Gringu also felt that the [Rumble-Rumble Fruit] was indeed as powerful as he had imagined.
However, he didn't discern much of Whitebeard the Second.'s true skill level.
Until the clash Conqueror's Haki just now...
Saint Gringu was filled with horror.
Were Marcus Saint Mars and Kizaru fighting this kind of monster back then?
I heard that Marcus Saint Mars suffered a great loss in the battle?
We definitely have to thank Kizaru for this...
A bright and warm yellow light appeared in the corner of Saint Gringu's eye.
Kizaru appeared beside this top-tier Celestial Dragons in a flash, acting as his "security guard."
As a seasoned match-fixer...
Kizaru felt completely calm, even a little bored.
Not good enough, Whitebeard the Second...
Don't give me face, show me your true abilities!
Saint Gringu was completely unaware of what Kizaru was thinking; he only felt that Kizaru had arrived at the perfect time.
Judging from that brief clash, if Kizaru hadn't been with him, he'd probably be in grave danger this time...
Whitebeard the Second. is that strong.
What about Golden Lion II?
What about the other Great Pirate of the Dawn Pirates?
Especially the Captain of the Dawn Pirates — the Red Dragon Emperor?
Saint Gringu calmed his disordered breathing and suppressed his arrogance.
Most of the time, the Celestial Dragons are arrogant.
However, this also depends on the target audience.
The identity of Whitebeard the Second is not worth Saint Gringu's attention.
However, the opponent's strength did not allow Saint Gringu to act recklessly.
"Whitebeard the Second."
Saint Gringu took a deep breath and said in a deep voice.
"I want to see the Captain of your Dawn Pirates."
Previously, Saint Gringu had wanted Whitebeard the Second. to summon the Red Dragon Emperor.
Now, Saint Gringu wants Whitebeard the Second. to take him to see the Red Dragon Emperor.
This is a change in mindset.
But...
"Moon face."
Storm remained calm, his tone carrying an undisguised arrogance and mockery.
Who are you?
Do you think you can just meet the Captain of the Dawn Pirates whenever you want!?
"Pfft--cough cough!"
Kizaru's lips twitched, and he forced down his laughter before Saint Gringu's death stare could reach him.
How come he didn't notice Whitebeard the Second.'s "talent for naming" before?
Moon face...
It really does match the physical characteristics of Saint Gringu!
Kizaru thought to himself with a somewhat sinister tone.
Whitebeard the Second. probably ate the legendary "Name-Gathering Fruit," not the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, right?
Even Kizaru couldn't help but laugh.
Saint Gringu was naturally furious.
As Celestial Dragons, when has he ever been mocked and ridiculed by pirates like this?
But Whitebeard the Second.'s doubts actually had a reason.
Compared to a "well-known navy" like Kizaru.
Saint Gringu and his Knights of God are indeed unknown to the general public.
It's understandable that Whitebeard the Second. wouldn't recognize him.
Suppressing his anger, Saint Gringu uttered his name in a deep voice.
"I am Figarland Gringu!"
The Figarland Family is one of the nineteen Celestial Dragons families.
This surname says it all.
"So they're Celestial Dragons..."
Storm's face showed a look of Satori.
"Compared to those pigs—no, I mean—compared to those worthless wretches who are even worse than pigs."
"Moon Face, you are actually slightly better than those scumbags."
First update.
Besides.
It will be quite late.