A decisive moment?
Everyone present froze, even Fujitora was no exception.
Fujitora had anticipated that Bai Yu would accept Ryokugyu's challenge.
The reason I volunteered to help was because I was worried that Bai Yu would be hesitant and restrained when facing his former subordinates.
However, now that Bai Yu is willing to take action, Fujitora is free and no longer has to worry about fighting Ryokugyu.
After all, Fujitora had known Ryokugyu for decades and was very clear about Ryokugyu's strength.
If they actually clashed, even Fujitora would find it troublesome.
The two still have a past relationship, so it's best to avoid violence if possible.
" Fujitora, it seems our next encounter will have to wait until next time."
Ryokugyu chuckled lazily.
"Guess how many moves I can withstand from your captain? If I had to estimate, I'd say 101!"
"However, it's been a long time since I've encountered an opponent I can fight with all my might. This time, I should be happy."
As he spoke, a nonchalant smile appeared on Ryokugyu's face.
However, the smile that had just flashed across his face was followed by the words that fell on his ear, which made his expression freeze.
"I think it should be five moves!" Fujitora's tightly closed eyes twitched slightly as he gave a shocking answer.
To Fujitora, whom Ryokugyu calls an old friend, he actually gave this dismissive answer in public.
This was something even Ryokugyu couldn't quite accept.
However, this time, before Ryokugyu could even react...
Bai Yu had already walked out slowly, patted Fujitora on the shoulder, and said.
"Alright, some things are better left unsaid; it's better to be practical."
For example, now...
Bai Yu suddenly looked up, and in that instant, a hideous mask appeared on his face.
An invisible wave of energy, like an abyss, instantly enveloped Ryokugyu.
The next moment, Ryokugyu's muscles tensed up suddenly, and he felt as if he had fallen into an ice cellar.
A bone-chilling cold suddenly surged from the soles of my feet to the top of my head.
Originally, a spiderweb-like crack first appeared where Bai Yu was standing.
Then it collapsed with a roar, creating a hole several meters in size.
Before everyone could react, a figure that had appeared behind Ryokugyu Ryokugyu some point patted him on the shoulder.
The outcome is decided!
Ryokugyu was jolted awake, as if startled, and hurriedly turned around to look behind him. When he saw clearly that Bai Yu's face no longer bore the ferocious mask he had glimpsed earlier, he realized that...
Ryokugyu gave a wry smile and shook his head.
"I lost this battle."
The soft sound, at that moment, exploded like thunder, causing an uproar in the arena.
Everyone looked at Ryokugyu, their faces blank with confusion.
In most people's eyes, they only saw Bai Yu and Ryokugyu, and they just exchanged a few words.
Then, Bai Yu appeared behind Ryokugyu, and that was it.
If they hadn't seen it with their own eyes, they would never have believed that this battle between the old and new Admiral was so childish.
" World, what exactly happened just now? Did this new Admiral deliberately hold back and admit defeat?"
Byrnndi Jack couldn't help but ask.
World was also somewhat lost in thought. Faced with this question, he barely snapped out of his reverie, shook his head with a forlorn expression, and sighed.
"As expected, our old era is outdated. Life and death are indeed separated by a mere instant. If he hadn't said earlier that he didn't want to shed blood in his first encounter with the Navy, and had actually intended to kill, the new Admiral would probably be dead by now."
"This speed is terrifying; even my Hundredfold Acceleration can't keep up."
Defeated in one move?
Byrnndi Jack and the others were dumbfounded.
In their eyes, just a moment ago, they clearly only saw Bai Yu's figure flash by.
Now they are being told that the outcome of the battle, whether life or death, has already been decided.
If Bai Yu hadn't shown mercy, Ryokugyu, the newly Marine Admiral, would have been dead.
This is far too dramatic.
"Heh, Ryokugyu, it seems I overestimated you. You barely lasted a single move."
Fujitora chuckled dryly and tightened his grip on his cane.
"However, you should now understand why I chose to follow Captain Bai Yu."
"There are no obstacles on the road to justice, and I believe you will understand."
His inexplicable remarks left many people in the room baffled.
Only after a brief silence did Ryokugyu look at Bai Yu, who had returned to Fujitora's side, and sigh softly.
"In this battle, I, Ryokugyu, concede defeat. You can take the man with you!"
"I hope that when we meet next time, I can get you to take things more seriously."
" Smoker, order a retreat."
Smoker, with a cigar in his mouth, hummed in agreement, and his heart, which had been pounding with anxiety, finally relaxed.
He was indeed worried during their exchange.
However, compared to the others, Smoker was more worried about whether Bai Yu would go on a killing spree.
Bai Yu is now able to choose this conciliatory approach, causing Ryokugyu to lose without a fight.
This was enough to save Smoker from being caught in the middle.
Smoker, you dare!
Rob Lucci's face turned ashen as he suddenly woke up.
Unfortunately, no matter how much Rob Lucci shouted, Smoker and the other marines seemed completely oblivious.
Whispers and murmurs filled the room one after another.
"I told you long ago that Admiral Bai Yu was definitely stronger than Admiral Ryokugyu. Now that Admiral Ryokugyu has lost, I was right, weren't I? You owe me a drink."
"Haha, I've known all along that Admiral Bai Yu is incredibly strong. He dared to cut down even the Four Emperors and kill Kaido of the Beasts. In my eyes, no one can compare to Admiral Bai Yu."
"Tch, for a split second just now, I couldn't figure out why he gave up, but damn, he was as cool as ever, no one can compare to that!"
"..."
The scene immediately erupted into a frenzy.
Watching the naval soldiers whispering and discussing what had just happened.
They weren't worried at all that Bai Yu would launch another sneak attack at this critical juncture.
When people talked about Bai Yu, their faces lit up with excitement and admiration, which caught everyone off guard.
Ryokugyu watched this scene silently, and finally let out a soft sigh.
"As expected, I finally understand why Fujitora chose him."
"This is a conviction that penetrates to the very soul; he is truly someone I cannot replace."
"In this battle, Ryokugyu has lost fair and square."
After saying this, Ryokugyu quickly retreated back to the Sabaody Archipelago, carried by the Wood Dragon that extended from beneath his feet.
The other warships that had gathered there also dispersed.