Ripley and Rocks' Debut

As elites of the CP Organization and members of CP0, Rocks and his two companions were not only proficient in the Six Powers but also in Armament Haki and Observation Haki.

However, it was clear their Observation Haki wasn't sharp enough to detect an ant on the ground. When Ripley returned to her full size and swung a punch at them, the three of them had no time to dodge.

"Iron Body!"

Rocks, the first to react, used Iron Body, one of the Six Powers, intending to tank Ripley's attack.

The other two had the same intention.

"Two idiots!"

In the sky, Magnus, who was watching alongside Rocks, commented mercilessly, "Iron Body is effective against wide-ranging but low-damage attacks. But against an attack far exceeding your capacity, it just makes you a stationary target!"

"Of these three CP agents, only the one with the white round hat has a chance to withstand Ripley's Haki-infused punch. The other two shouldn't have taken the hit with him; they should have used the time the white-hatted one bought them to evade Ripley's attack and counter-attack her instead."

"The result now is that what would have been one Level 1 severe injury has become three Level 2 severe injuries."

With the physical capabilities of CP0 agents, even severe injuries wouldn't completely incapacitate them, but the severity of their wounds would undoubtedly have a massive impact on their combat effectiveness.

"Sister Ripley!"

Seeing Ripley suddenly appear before her and send the three CP0 agents flying with a single punch, Gulz, who was tied up and lying on the ground, had his eyes redden.

"Heh heh, if you want to cry, wait until I'm done with those three scoundrels!"

"And you too, Haierdin."

"I-I'm not going to cry!"

Hearing Ripley's words, Haierdin on the other side flushed red. He only retorted once before lowering his head and falling silent.

He felt utterly ashamed.

Despite being the child of the Giant King Harald, he had been secretly abducted while asleep, becoming a prisoner without even a proper fight.

Father must be very disappointed in me! the young Giant thought sadly.

Ignoring the thoughts of the two children, from the moment she appeared, it was destined to be a swift battle.

She had seized the initiative.

After Rocks and his two companions were sent flying by her, Ripley unhesitatingly pursued them from the bow to the stern. With the massive physique of the Giant race, Ripley covered the distance in almost three to four steps.

Then, she stomped down.

Giant's Stomp!

Boom!

The sturdy deck splintered under Ripley's stomp. Rocks and his two companions could only flee with their injuries, looking for an opportunity to counter-attack.

"Finger Pistol!"

Rocks, whose arm was shattered, had blood streaming from his mouth and nose, but he forced himself to muster his strength. Armament Haki covered his finger as he aimed it at Ripley's right foot.

However, before he could hit Ripley, he saw her body suddenly shrink.

Devil Fruit user!

That thought flashed through Rocks' mind. He should have reacted sooner, but Ripley's initial punch had left him dazed, causing him to make the wrong decision.

"Take this punch!"

Ripley's fist enlarged before Rocks' eyes. He could only helplessly use his other hand to block.

Crack!

The sound of bone cracking echoed from Rocks' arm. He felt incredibly frustrated. If Ripley hadn't ambushed him, how could he have ended up in such a state?

But who could have predicted that a Giant would emerge from beneath their feet?

"Rocks!"

"Lord Rocks!"

With Rocks, their leader, taken down, the remaining two severely injured CP0 agents were no match. Magnus immediately had the giant eagle carrying them land, and he boarded the ship with Rocks.

When the remaining two CP0 agents had initially seen only Ripley, they still held a sliver of hope for escape. But upon seeing Magnus descend from the sky, they completely despaired.

"White Wolf Magnus, why is he here?"

"Where is Admiral Scarlet Snake? Did the Admiral lose? Impossible!"

"..."

The two spoke incoherently, their gazes fixed on Magnus with disbelief.

"No, that's not right, it must have been the Giant King Harald who made a move!"

"Damn it, how dare a mere Giant race collude with pirates to attack a Marine Admiral! You are provoking the World Government, and the World Government will not let you go!"

"..."

Seemingly realizing there was no escape, the two CP0 agents began to issue threats.

"No, you're mistaken."

Seeing the two CP0 agents underestimate Magnus, Ripley let out a displeased hum. "That Marine Admiral was repelled by our captain alone. What's so great about a Marine Admiral? Isn't he still a defeated foe of our captain!"

"What?"

"Impossible!!"

The pupils of the two CP0 agents shook, but upon reflection, it seemed somewhat plausible.

After all, Magnus had been a notorious pirate active for decades.

Weren't the past attempts to capture him, which involved a Marine Admiral, also unsuccessful?

Coupled with the fact that Admiral Scarlet Snake was still very young.

Defeated by the more experienced Magnus didn't seem impossible?

With this thought, the two CP0 agents fell into greater despair.

Facing an opponent who could even defeat an Admiral, they had no hope of escaping.

"I can give you a chance."

Magnus's voice suddenly drew the attention of the two CP0 agents.

"If you can defeat him, how about I let you go?"

Magnus pointed at Rocks beside him and said with a smile.

It was definitely not possible for Rocks to deal with two uninjured CP0 agents, but it was another story for two heavily injured CP0 agents.

"So, do you have confidence?"

"Yes!"

Upon hearing Magnus's words, Rocks nodded heavily, the flames of fighting spirit igniting in his eyes.

He was a genius!

If he couldn't even defeat two heavily injured enemies, what kind of genius would he be?

Seeing the still somewhat youthful Rocks, the two CP0 agents exchanged glances, feeling the same frustration as their boss.

They were CP0!

Even within the world's strongest intelligence organization, they were members at the pinnacle of the pyramid.

When had they ever been bullied by such a newcomer who had just set sail?

But Magnus was watching them menacingly from the side.

Let alone Magnus, in their current condition, they couldn't even defeat that giantess.

And there was a giant eagle hovering overhead.

They had no choice but to fight!

Just as the two CP0 agents made up their minds, they saw Rocks, beside Magnus, disappear.

"Soru!"

In an instant, Rocks appeared before the two CP0 agents. He had no intention of adhering to any "ready, set, go" rules, because Magnus had told him from the start that this sea was very cruel.

"Tempest Kick!"

One of his legs sliced towards one of the CP0 agents like a blade. The CP0 agent could even feel the powerful wind emanating from Rocks's leg before it even connected.

"What a joke!"

This CP0 agent was furious. A rookie like Rocks was considered only a reserve member even within their CP Organization, and he dared to attack him.

"Finger Pistol!"

"Iron Body: Shatter!"

The two CP0 agents simultaneously launched attacks towards Rocks, but due to their severe injuries, their reactions were clearly a beat slower.

"Moonwalk!"

Rocks simply leaped forcefully, escaping the range of their attacks.

"Tempest Kick: Sea Wave!"

Facing two enemies who were far superior to him for the first time, even though both CP0 agents were heavily injured, Rocks didn't dare to be careless. Realizing that he might be attacked from both sides in close combat, he chose to continuously unleash kicks to wear down the two CP0 agents.

Already injured, with the sea surrounding them, and with Magnus watching menacingly from the side, the two CP0 agents dared not flee.

Since they couldn't run, they had to endure.

"This kind of underhanded fighting style... I like it!"

Magnus's expression was peculiar. He had initially thought Rocks would adopt a more straightforward fighting style, which would have put him at a significant disadvantage.

Instead, this hit-and-run tactic was effectively wearing down the two CP0 agents to their deaths.

"So strong!"

In a corner, Haierdin, who had already been untied by Ripley, stared intently at Rocks. Seeing Rocks single-handedly suppress the two CP0 agents, his eyes were filled with shock.

You see, six months ago when he fought Rocks, Rocks could only defeat him through sneak attacks.

But now?

Haierdin felt that this time, Rocks wouldn't lose even in a head-on battle with him.

Thinking this, Haierdin couldn't help but feel a strong sense of frustration.

Where did he go wrong?

Unlike Haierdin, if Haierdin felt dejected, then Gulz, who was also captured by three CP0 agents, was excited.

"Sister Ripley is so strong!"

"Brother Rocks is also so strong!"

"And Uncle Magnus is the strongest!"

"If I join the White Wolf Pirates, can I become this strong too?"

The girl's eyes sparkled.

(Gulz and Linlin)