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"He actually broke through the laser barrier by force!"
Sentomaru was dumbfounded.
As the captain of the Science Unit, he was well aware of how strong the laser barrier above was, yet the man jumped directly from the research level, forcibly breaking through it.
What a resilient body!
"Oh dear, this is troublesome!"
Admiral Kizaru looked at the man descending from the sky, rubbing his forehead in distress. Although he'd had some premonition, the worst-case scenario had still occurred.
"Boom!"
Smoke enveloped the two!
When the smoke cleared, Daichi appeared before Admiral Kizaru.
"Sentomaru, please take all the researchers to evacuate. Our Hoenn Navy warships are on the north side of the island. They will escort you away."
"Don't just make arrangements casually!"
Sentomaru's veins bulged.
Half an hour ago, everything was normal, but in this short time, the situation had undergone changes that he found difficult to comprehend.
He was still in a state of confusion.
"Damn it!"
Sentomaru turned and ran.
He'd already realized that Egghead would likely replicate the tragedy of Ohara, and the researchers on the island would very likely be caught in the crossfire.
He had to save them as quickly as possible.
Daichi stared at Admiral Kizaru, a smile blooming.
"Long time no see, Kizaru!"
"Daichi!"
Admiral Kizaru's expression was solemn, but a hint of relief appeared deep in his eyes.
With Daichi here, Vegapunk and Sentomaru should be able to escape. Due to his position, he wouldn't go easy, but personally, he hoped his close friends could survive.
"Whoosh!"
Admiral Kizaru flew into the air, his hands glowing.
"Yata no Kagami!"
Countless laser points rained down!
"Whoa, whoa, that's blinding."
Daichi squinted his eyes, barely able to see anything in the dazzling light, but he had a clear understanding of the incoming attack.
He was too familiar with this move.
Daichi puffed out his cheeks, and ribbons of flame spilled from the corners of his mouth.
"Flame Breath!"
A beam of flame pierced the sky, detonating all the laser points in its path. Continuous explosions appeared in the sky.
A flash of light!
Admiral Kizaru appeared before Daichi, his right foot kicking toward Daichi's face.
Light Speed Kick!
After many years, this move was still simply and unpretentiously fast—so fast that Daichi couldn't counterattack and could only endure it.
"So fast!"
Daichi's lips curled up, and he raised his left arm to block Admiral Kizaru's kick. His body stood firmly on the ground, his feet unmoving.
Admiral Kizaru's pupils contracted slightly.
Couldn't kick him!
Daichi swept his right leg out, lightning-fast, across Admiral Kizaru's waist.
But unfortunately, Admiral Kizaru had already turned to light a step ahead, his body transforming into light particles and disappearing, then reassembling a hundred meters away.
His finger formed first, firing a laser.
Daichi raised his palm, blocking the laser head-on, then tightened his grip, crushing the laser!
Admiral Kizaru returned to human form, looking at the laser crushed by bare hands. Only helplessness remained in his heart.
"It really is useless, isn't it?"
No penetration!
The first time he'd fought Daichi years ago, his opponent had displayed unparalleled defense. And now even his physical body was strong enough to withstand his lasers head-on.
How was he supposed to fight like this!
"Jiehahahaha, Kizaru."
Daichi laughed loudly.
"Fighting you is boring. Hurry and get the Five Elders over here. I can already feel his disgusting aura."
"Even if you say that, I can't do anything about it!"
Admiral Kizaru put his hands together, pulling a light sword from his palms.
Ama no Murakumo Sword!
This light sword was the only move he had that could break his opponent's defense, but using this move meant close-quarters combat. Once caught by his opponent, he couldn't withstand their strength.
He had to be fully focused!
Or!
Admiral Kizaru's body emitted a large number of light particles, covering the entire battlefield. Then all the light particles transformed into his likeness.
"Let's go!"
Countless Admiral Kizarus rushed toward Daichi.
"Good!"
Daichi laughed loudly and threw a violent punch!
"BOOM!"
A surging wave of air swept across the battlefield.
At this moment, in the southern sea area of Egghead Island, over a hundred warships approached the coast!
Numerous Sea Beast weapons were struck down, emitting thick smoke, and the defensive fortifications on the shore were also completely destroyed, along with many Pacifista who were defeated.
The vice admirals had made their move.
In the cabin of a certain warship, Vice Admiral Doberman respectfully reported.
"Admiral Kizaru is currently engaging Daichi!"
"Daichi..."
Saturn's face immediately darkened upon hearing Daichi's name.
The most troublesome enemy!
As long as Daichi was present, no matter how many Marines were sent, it was meaningless. His opponent's strength was incredibly difficult even for them.
"Saturn-sama, we also found several Hoenn Navy warships on the north side of the island. The enemy officers who have already landed include Drake, Smoker, and others."
Saturn's gaze deepened.
Even Hoenn had been mobilized!
It seemed the other party was determined this time!
Then everything would be destroyed. Egghead possessed many cutting-edge technologies, and the Hoenn Government must not obtain them.
"Immediately activate the Buster Call!"
"But CP0 is still on the island, and many Marines have already entered the island. If we activate the Buster Call at this time..."
Vice Admiral Doberman broke out in a cold sweat.
Saturn's gaze was icy.
"Let them evacuate on their own. If they die, they can only blame themselves. Human lives are no different from ants. Even if they're gone, new ones will immediately reproduce."
"?!"
Vice Admiral Doberman's pupils trembled.
Humans, ants, reproduce?
Even as a hardliner, he cared about the safety of his subordinates and innocent people. Being tough was merely a means to execute justice, even if it caused more sacrifices.
But Saturn's recent remarks had gone beyond the moral boundaries of normal humans, making it difficult for even him to accept.
It should be said that as long as one was human, they could not accept his ideology.
Compared to a god, he was more like a devil!
Vice Admiral Doberman dazedly walked to the communication stand, picked up the Den Den Mushi, and hoarsely commanded.
"Activate the Buster Call!"
All warships immediately turned their cannons.
On the island:
"Activate the Buster Call?!"
The vice admirals who'd already landed were greatly alarmed.
They were busy dealing with the Pacifista and hadn't ventured deep into the island, but their subordinates had already entered.
Activating the Buster Call now—even they would be in danger, let alone their subordinates. Probably less than half would be able to escape back.
Who gave the order!
"Run!"
"The Buster Call is coming!"
"BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!!!"
"Waaahhh, help!"
The Marines fled in panic, but countless cannonballs flew toward their escape route. From time to time, comrades were blown away by artillery fire.
They couldn't understand why they were being abandoned.
At the island center, Daichi shattered the last clone. His gaze turned to Admiral Kizaru's true body in the distance, his eyes filled with mockery.
"Another Buster Call."
Admiral Kizaru was speechless.
He also detested the Buster Call, which lacked justice.
But there was nothing he could do.
On this expedition, besides him, only one person could activate the Buster Call—Saturn.
Daichi lowered his arms, his gaze calm as he asked, "Kizaru, is it really worth risking your life for those pieces of trash?"
"I'm just a company employee."
Admiral Kizaru spread his hands helplessly.
Daichi shook his head.
"Among these myriad beings, how many are not company employees? But even ordinary workers have the right to pursue beauty!"
"Even a salaryman can have justice!"
"Don't give up, my friend Kizaru!"
Admiral Kizaru fell silent.