The atmosphere inside the arena froze instantly.
Although the surrounding audience couldn't hear what they were saying, the tense atmosphere was obvious to everyone.
The two powerful figures faced off in this small arena, and the invisible pressure they exuded made the surrounding air seem to freeze.
Doflamingo stared at Roy, a smile playing on his lips.
That smile held a mix of provocation, excitement, and a hint of unspoken anticipation.
" Roy, there's no time like the present."
"Right now?"
Roy glanced at him and said indifferently,
"No rush."
"Tell me first, what exactly do you want to do?"
"After lying in wait for five days, they suddenly showed up today, just to fight?"
Doflamingo chuckled.
"Of course, it's not just about fighting a match."
Fighting is just a way to prove your strength.
"After we've proven it, we can discuss cooperation."
"That way, you can rest assured, and I can feel at ease too."
Roy looked at him and remained silent for two seconds.
Then, he laughed.
" Doflamingo, you're quite frank."
"Okay, then we'll do it your way."
"Let's have a fight and see how much you've improved in the last two years."
"Then, we can discuss cooperation."
A glint of light flashed in Doflamingo's eyes.
"Good!"
"Then--"
Before he could finish speaking, Tesoro suddenly interrupted.
"Boss, be careful."
"That guy is really cunning."
Roy waved his hand.
"Rest assured."
He can't cause any trouble.
Doflamingo wasn't annoyed; he just smiled wryly.
"Mr. Tesoro, rest assured, I am sincere this time."
"After all--"
He paused,
"Cooperating with Hachinosu would also benefit me."
There's no need to resort to any tricks.
Tesoro snorted but didn't reply.
Roy stood up and straightened his robes.
Let's go.
"Let's find a place."
Doflamingo nodded and turned to walk out of the arena.
The Donquixote Family's officers followed closely behind.
Roy and Tesoro walked behind.
The group left the arena, crossed the streets of Dressrosa, and headed out of the city.
The people along the way gave way, their eyes filled with awe.
Soon, they arrived at an open space outside the city.
This place is far from the city and deserted, perfect for taking action.
Doflamingo stopped and turned to look at Roy.
"This is fine."
Roy glanced around and nodded.
"Can."
Tesoro stood warily to the side, his body crackling with lightning.
The Donquixote Family's officers also dispersed, each taking up a favorable position.
Doflamingo took off his feather coat and casually tossed it to Trebol.
He stretched his shoulders, twisted his neck, and a fierce fighting spirit ignited in his eyes.
Captain Roy--
Please enlighten me.
As soon as he finished speaking, his fingers twitched slightly.
Invisible threads shot out from his fingertips in an instant, wrapping around Roy!
Five Color Strings!
Five nearly transparent threads, like five sharp blades, cut from different angles!
That speed was as fast as Inazuma!
That angle was incredibly tricky!
Roy stood still, motionless.
Just as the silk thread was about to touch him--
He turned slightly to the side.
The Five Color Strings grazed his body, leaving five deep furrows in the ground behind him!
"Good speed."
Roy said calmly,
But it's not fast enough.
Doflamingo chuckled.
This is just the appetizer!
He moved both hands simultaneously, his ten fingers flying across the page!
Countless threads shot out from his fingertips, enveloping Roy in a vast, overwhelming display!
Ever White!
Thousands upon thousands of threads surged forth like ocean waves, threatening to engulf Roy!
Roy remained motionless.
He simply raised his right hand, his five fingers slightly curled.
Telekinesis Fruit, activate!
An invisible Telekinesis Field unfolded in front of him, and the surging threads all stopped less than a meter away from him!
It felt like I'd bumped into an invisible wall!
"What?!"
Doflamingo's pupils constricted!
He knew Roy's Telekinesis Fruit was powerful, but he didn't expect it to be this powerful!
The Ever White he had been activating with all his might couldn't even get close!
"Wow... that's really impressive!"
Doflamingo laughed and clenched his fists tightly!
The threads that were blocked by the Telekinesis Field instantly changed shape!
They intertwined, tangled, and coalesced, transforming into dozens of thick, white spears!
Then--
Thrust down hard!
"Super Strike: White Thread Spear!"
Boom boom boom--!!!
Dozens of spears thrust wildly, each strike carrying enough power to pierce steel!
But Roy's Telekinesis Field remained completely still.
Those spears, when they pierced the Telekinesis Field, could only create invisible ripples; they couldn't penetrate it at all!
That's it?
Roy said calmly,
" Doflamingo, if this is all you're capable of, then there's no point in fighting."
A ruthless glint flashed in Doflamingo's eyes.
"Fuch... don't rush!"
"This is just the beginning!"
He took a deep breath and suddenly opened his arms wide!
Conqueror's Haki erupted with a deafening roar!
Dark red arcs of electricity danced around him, and an invisible sense of oppression instantly enveloped the entire open space!
The Donquixote Family's officers all changed their expressions!
" Doffy is serious!"
" Conqueror's Haki! Doffy's Conqueror's Haki has gotten stronger again!"
Tesoro frowned slightly.
That Conqueror's Haki is indeed formidable.
Although he can't compare to the boss, he's already strong enough to challenge some powerful figures.
A hint of admiration flashed in Roy's eyes.
"It's been two years, and your Haki has certainly improved a lot."
"But--"
"It's still not enough."
As soon as he finished speaking, Roy unleashed his Conqueror's Haki!
boom--!!!
Two Conqueror's Haki's Haki collide head-on!
Dark red arcs of electricity pulsed wildly in the air, like countless mad snakes dancing erratically!
The surrounding ground was shattered into pieces!
The air itself was trembling!
The Donquixote Family's officers were swept away by the shockwave and retreated in all directions!
Trebol's snot was even shaken off, he looked utterly pathetic!
Diamante's hat flew off, and his face turned ashen!
Vergo gritted his teeth and held on with all his might!
Only Tesoro remained standing firmly in place, protected by lightning, completely unharmed.
Doflamingo's expression changed drastically!
He could feel that his Conqueror's Haki was being suppressed little by little by Roy's Conqueror's Haki!
That oppressive feeling, that imposing aura, that power that seemed capable of crushing everything—
That's incredible!
So strong it's despair-inducing!
"Fufufu... fufufu..."
Doflamingo smiled, but there was a hint of bitterness in his smile.
But soon, that bitterness turned into madness.
" Roy! You're really strong!"
"But--"
"I haven't lost yet!"
Doflamingo slammed his hands on the ground, activating his Devil Fruit power!
As he moved, the solid ground rippled, centered on his hands.
The ground, which was originally just a new factory, has been transformed into a sea of white threads!
" Awakening!"
Doflamingo gestured, and a massive white wave surged wildly towards Roy!
That white wave was made up of countless threads, each one as sharp as a knife!
That speed was astonishing!
That power was enough to overwhelm everything!
Roy's pupils finally contracted slightly.
" Awakening..."
"Is this Devil Fruit Awakening is?"