The cold blade was pressed against Sakazuki's neck, and even as Admiral, he felt an overwhelming killing intent.
Sakazuki endured the intense pain, but dared not move his body in the slightest. He had a premonition that if he made another move, he would be mercilessly killed by Lin Yuan in the next second.
Even with Logia Devil Fruit abilities, they probably couldn't escape Lin Yuan's blade.
Indeed, Sakazuki could withstand Whitebeard Newgate's shockwave, but he couldn't stop Lin Yuan's slash.
The battles of great swordsmen are far more dangerous than those of physically strong individuals. Once a sword severes a head, whether you are Admiral or Four Emperors, you simply cannot survive.
"Heh, you think you can challenge us? You're really overestimating yourselves."
Lin Yuan's cold words made Sakazuki, Garp, and Kuzan's faces turn cold, but they dared not say anything more.
"Boom..."
Lin Yuan kicked Sakazuki away, then coldly walked up to Garp.
Kuzan caught Sakazuki, immediately used his ability to stop the bleeding, and then took the severed arm back and froze it.
Lin Yuan completely ignored Kuzan's actions and instead looked at Garp and spoke.
"I can let them go, but you can't go back to the Navy. You'll have to stay here from now on!"
"Impossible!"
Before Garp could answer, Sakazuki and Kuzan up immediately, saying that even if they died in battle, they could not allow a naval hero to be detained.
"You'd better think this through. If Garp doesn't stay, then all of you can stay. I don't mind leaving you all here!"
A palpable killing intent suddenly erupted from Lin Yuan's body. Just as he had said, he didn't mind leaving these marines here.
Although this does not align with his objectives, it is not the only option. Even without adequate preparation, he dares to directly wage war against the World Government.
" Sakazuki, Kuzan, stop attacking!"
Seemingly sensing Lin Yuan's murderous intent, Garp quickly stopped Sakazuki and Kuzan, a resolute glint flashing across his aged face.
" Lin Yuan, I can stay here, but as a member of the Navy, I will not surrender without a fight. Do you understand what I mean?"
Lin Yuan's complexion improved slightly, but he didn't seem to care too much; a hint of mockery flashed across his lips.
"Heh, everyone says you, Garp, are stronger than even Marine Admiral, but dealing with you won't take much effort. These people can get lost."
Sakazuki and Kuzan wanted to say something, but were immediately pulled away to stop him. He drove right up to Sakazuki and said softly.
"We've lost this time. When we get back, tell Sengoku that I, Garp, can't go on with him anymore."
" Vice Admiral Garp, we can still give it a shot!"
Sakazuki and Kuzan seemed to sense Garp's resolve, their expressions instantly changing as they realized they didn't want Garp to sacrifice himself.
At this moment, the stunned marines gradually woke up. Looking at the devastated island and Sakazuki's severed arm, their fighting spirit was completely shattered.
"Alright, I might not die. You can take your men and leave. I'll fight one last time. If I can take Lin Yuan with me, that would be best. From now on, the Navy is in your hands!"
" Mr. Garp!"
"Stop talking and get out of here! Do you want everyone to die here? These are the Navy's elite troops; you can't become the Navy's traitors."
Garp roared, then turned to look at Lin Yuan, his aura instantly surging.
Sakazuki and Kuzan gritted their teeth, then saluted Garp before staggering away from the scene, their gazes towards Lin Yuan becoming complicated.
"Retreat!"
The naval personnel, having regained consciousness, helped each other and quickly left the area, heading towards the warships on the shore.
Lin Yuan did not stop this scene, but watched Garp with great interest, because he once again felt that threat from the other party.
At this moment, Dragon and Zephyr also arrived at the edge of the battlefield. Dragon looked at his Pops with complicated eyes and muttered something under his breath.
"Why would the old man do this!"
"Hmph, this old guy is incredibly cunning. If the fight continues, and Lin Yuan loses his patience, everyone will probably be killed. That kid hasn't even used his true strength yet!"
Dragon looked at Zephyr with some surprise, unable to believe that Lin Yuan was so strong.
As for Zephyr, he had recovered somewhat by now, and he was thinking about the day Lin Yuan Awakening, when the stars shifted and they hadn't noticed anything unusual.
The navy retreated at lightning speed, leaving only Sakazuki and Kuzan behind. They glanced at Garp one last time, then left without looking back.
This expedition was not only a failure and a disgrace for the navy, but it would also deal a fatal blow to the navy's prestige worldwide.
But they had no choice, because it was the Garp the Hero of the Marines who had fought for their survival.
Naguri and the others also appeared in front of Lin Yuan, and then looked at Garp, all of whom were shocked by the hidden aura he exuded.
" Lin Yuan, the navy has all retreated. Why don't we join forces and take down this old guy?"
Yamato stared at Garp with Yamato full of fighting spirit, eager to make a move immediately; this kind of opponent was too exciting.
Lin Yuan glared at Yamato speechlessly. This girl was truly fearless; wasn't she afraid that Garp would punch her to death?
"Alright, I'll handle this final battle. Let him experience despair too."
Lin Yuan waved his hand, signaling everyone to leave the area. This time, he was going to go all out. Over the years, apart from when Kuzan bullied him when he was young, he had never truly gone all out.
Dragon and Zephyr quickly left the area. Before leaving, Dragon's lips twitched, and he gave his Pops another complicated look.
Once everyone had left, Lin Yuan removed his disguise and looked at Garp with a grin.
"Alright, Grandpa Garp, since I said I'd let you stay, I'll definitely do it. However, I'll respect your decision. So, are you prepared for failure?"
A smile appeared on Garp's face, and he laughed heartily. Then his eyes narrowed, and he said resolutely.
" Lin Yuan, kid, since that's the case, then let me see your true strength. And you'd better watch out, this punch of mine once killed Rocks!"
"Boom..."
The two of them simultaneously unleashed terrifying auras, their mere presence shattering the surrounding ground and shattering the clouds in the sky.
Sakazuki, who has already boarded the ship, is receiving treatment and needs to hurry back in order to have his severed arm reattached.
Kuzan was acting as the temporary commander, changed his expression and immediately gave an order.
"All warships, accelerate and leave this island!"
Meanwhile, Naguri and the others on the other side also looked serious. Dragon immediately activated his ability, enveloping everyone, and left the island as well.
On this day, Sakazuki, Kuzan, Dragon, and a group of powerful figures from the Abyss Chamber of Commerce witnessed a scene they would never forget.
Two powerful Conqueror's Haki seemed to tear the heavens and earth apart. Golden and black-red lights collided continuously, and then a destructive ball of light exploded wildly.
A wave several thousand meters high formed a tsunami and rushed rapidly into the distance. It was only by Kuzan expending all his strength to activate the Ice Age that this natural disaster was stopped.
After an unknown amount of time, when Sakazuki returned with Kuzan, severely wounded, he found the island gone.
Because of the Ice Age, all the seawater was frozen, but the seabed could still be seen from the place where Lin Yuan and Garp fought. Their battle not only erased the island, but also washed away the seawater, which took a long time to recover.
In the end, all Sakazuki and Kuzan saw was Lin Yuan standing atop the Flame Clouds, exuding an aura of dominance, giving them a mocking look before leading the others away.
As for Garp, they never found any trace of him until the very end, not knowing whether he had been captured or simply vanished without a trace.