But with Diamond Indestructibility, he was fine apart from a slightly swollen face. With his Ultimate physique, he recovered completely in less than two minutes.
Seeing Ryan fall into a disadvantageous position, the members of the Big Mom Pirates all showed delighted expressions.
"How arrogant! He actually abandoned his advantage to clash head-on with Big Mom!"
"Big Mom is clearly superior!"
"That brat is about to lose!"
Just as everyone was cheering excitedly, Katakuri, Perospero, Cracker, Smoothie, and the others all showed grave expressions.
"Looks like Mom is in for a tough fight!" Katakuri said solemnly.
After all, Ryan's title was the Bloody Swordsman! His greatest strength was his swordsmanship, yet he was currently fighting Big Mom evenly with nothing but his fists. In particular, Ryan's sword could almost break through Big Mom's defenses—a fact that still made Katakuri's heart pound with fear.
"But Mom hasn't used her full strength. The final victor will definitely still be Mom!" As Big Mom's eldest son, Perospero had firmly sided with Big Mom after witnessing Ryan's strength. That was the kind of thinking an eldest son ought to have.
"Let's hope so!" Katakuri sighed and said no more, silently watching the two combatants.
"Brother Katakuri, why aren't you helping Mom? If you joined in, Mom's chances of winning would be much higher!" Smoothie asked, curiously watching Katakuri observe the battle in silence.
"It would be difficult for me to interfere in a fight like this. Besides, Mom doesn't like other people interfering in her battles!" Katakuri remained utterly calm.
Smoothie fell silent after hearing that. Clearly, she understood Big Mom's temper. Although Katakuri was the son Big Mom valued most, if Mom became unhappy, the consequences would be severe. Even Jesus himself would be unable to help.
At that moment, the battle changed.