First Battle with Doflamingo

The clash of furious Conqueror's Haki continued, and in the underground port, more and more people rolled their eyes and collapsed.

"Fufufufu, it's unwise for just the three of you to attack us!"

The ground beneath Doflamingo's feet began to turn into white waves of string, and thick, sharp strings emerged, wrapped in powerful, dark Armament Haki.

But he didn't attack immediately, as he was still searching for the silhouette of Tyrant Kuma.

The power of the Paw-Paw Fruit user was not to be underestimated!

Dongye Huanglong, Tyrant Kuma, and the Rumble-Rumble Fruit user – these three could already threaten the safety of the Donquixote Family.

If possible, he didn't want to make an enemy of Dongye Huanglong, a ruthless individual with no prior grudges, grievances, or entanglements of interest.

He could even cooperate with Tesoro, who had stolen his Gold-Gold Fruit, let alone Dongye Huanglong, a madman seeking revenge on the World Government.

Furthermore, fighting Dongye Huanglong and his group in the underground port would cause significant losses to the Donquixote Family.

"Awakened String-String Fruit abilities, come, let me test the strength of you Shichibukai."

Dongye Huanglong sent the infatuated Baby 5 next to Capone Bege, then looked at Doflamingo with fighting spirit.

The Lunarian flames on his body burned fiercely, lightning flickered on his ferocious dragon horns, and the purple patterns on his dragon scales writhed, an aura of barbarism sweeping over.

Doflamingo looked at Dongye Huanglong with a grave expression, recalling his brutal experience at the hands of Kaido of the Beasts.

This strongest experiment subject actually had the shadow of Kaido of the Beasts!

Artificial Azure Dragon form, Oni Tribe bloodline, various bloodline factors – speaking of which, this Experiment Subject 88 was truly a copycat similar to Kaido of the Beasts.

"Fufufufu, I acknowledge your Conqueror's Haki and strength. The items you've seized here today will be my gift to you.

Perhaps we can become business partners. Whatever you want in the future, we can help you find it."

At this moment, Doflamingo completely placed Dongye Huanglong on an equal footing, just like the Golden Emperor Tesoro.

The strength of this Experiment Subject 88 truly deserved a bounty of 1 billion, and it wasn't exaggerated too much.

The title of strongest experiment subject was indeed well-earned!!

"Ahahaha! Let's fight first to test our strength!"

Seeing Doflamingo's hesitation, Dongye Huanglong sneered inwardly. This was why Doflamingo was more suited to be a businessman and could never become a Yonko.

Because he lacked the single-minded, fearless will and conviction of Straw Hat Luffy.

Doflamingo's Conqueror's Haki, perhaps after being 'educated' by Kaido of the Beasts, had long since stagnated completely, with no possibility of further growth.

"Then I'll also see how strong you are, you who dare to kill Celestial Dragons."

'Raging Waves, White Line!'

Doflamingo was also a proud man. Seeing Dongye Huanglong's disrespect, he wanted to teach this newcomer a lesson.

Moreover, only through battle could everyone know the extent of the other's confidence, which would influence future cooperation or conflict.

The white waves of string on the ground surged towards Dongye Huanglong like a tsunami, with thick Armament Haki-infused line spikes densely stabbing at the arrogant Half-Dragon Man.

'Night Gai · Fire Dragon Emperor!'

Dongye Huanglong rapidly charged towards Doflamingo. The Lunarian flames on his body surged, and flames erupted all over him, quickly forming a purplish-red dragon head. Along the way, sparks and lightning streaked, charging straight into the string waves and spikes.

"Boom!"

Doflamingo's Armament Haki-infused string wave spikes were directly shattered by Dongye Huanglong's flame dragon head.

This scene made Doflamingo's face turn ashen. Was this Experiment Subject 88 really that strong?

"White String Shield!"

Doflamingo swung his hands violently, and several huge string pillars erupted from the ground, forcibly blocking Dongye Huanglong's furious assault, while he himself rapidly stepped on the threads and flew into the sky.

Seeing his awakened string shield once again destroyed by Dongye Huanglong's Flame Dragon Emperor, Doflamingo's brows furrowed completely, veins bulging on his forehead.

How could a newcomer be so strong!

'Thousand Arrows Piercing Heart · Feather Strike · String!'

Doflamingo spread his fingers wildly and swung his arms with all his might. Thousands of Armament Haki-wrapped line spikes rapidly rose from the ground, forming the shape of a flamingo's wings, completely surrounding Dongye Huanglong and intending to pierce him through with a thousand arrows.

To be pushed to this extent, Dongye Huanglong, this experiment subject and newcomer, could already be proud.

'Lightning Fire Dragon Break Through!'

Dongye Huanglong, transformed into a Half-Dragon Man, was enveloped in lightning and fire. The purplish-red dragon scales on his body shimmered, and with an unyielding aura, he charged towards Doflamingo's dense Armament Haki line spikes.

"Clang! Clang! Clang!..."

Continuous metallic impact sounds exploded densely, and waves of energy spread out wildly.

In this terrifying shockwave of energy, large amounts of cargo and underlings were blown away.

Even Capone Bege found cover to hide.

Was this the terrifying battle of a Shichibukai-level fighter!

What kind of terrifying scene would it be if the legendary Yonko fought.

As the energy waves from this round of attacks slowly subsided.

Doflamingo's chest heaved rapidly, his breathing slightly labored. He had been continuously unleashing his awakened ability to bombard Dongye Huanglong.

If he could take this guy down, perhaps he'd gain another bargaining chip with the World Government.

"Hah! The Armament Haki of an old Shichibukai is truly strong!"

Dongye Huanglong emerged from the smoke, his wounds rapidly closing amidst the Lunarian flame. His dragon scales had indeed been breached by Doflamingo's high-intensity Armament Haki.

But he still couldn't defeat him.

"Fufufufu! Your defense truly amazes me. It's like seeing a shadow of the strongest creature on land, sea, and air – Kaido of the Beasts."

Doflamingo's Observation Haki sensed Dongye Huanglong's presence, finding that the guy's aura and strength were still incredibly immense.

What kind of monstrous physique was this!

"I know you have a trump card, so bring it out!"

Dongye Huanglong grinned widely. Having fought Tyrant Kuma so many times, he had a rough idea of the strength of the top Shichibukai.

"Fufufufu, why bother? We aren't enemies; we should be excellent partners!"

Doflamingo also chuckled. He had no intention of revealing his ultimate move, and he felt he couldn't kill this monster, Dongye Huanglong, today.

Another point was that none of his subordinates could handle that lightning man.

Thinking that Tyrant Kuma might also appear, he knew he had to stop this fight now.

Otherwise, if things got truly heated, the Donquixote Family and the Desolate Dragon Group would both suffer heavy losses.

He didn't want it to escalate like this. He still wanted to use Dongye Huanglong to deal with the Celestial Dragons, while he just watched from the sidelines.

"Oh right, the Marines are on their way."

Seeing that Dongye Huanglong still wanted to fight, Doflamingo immediately brought up the threat of the Marines.

If Dongye Huanglong still didn't show some respect, then he would have to try and make sure he stayed here for good.