Buzz-buzz—
A more domineering and terrifying clash erupted once again, accompanied by a series of deafening explosions. The space around Xayuki visibly distorted, like waves rippling across a calm lake.
Suddenly, Xayuki took a step forward, gripping the sword hilt with renewed force.
"Roger, you truly are a troublesome fellow!"
"Even after being dead for sixteen years, you're still restless!"
"You actually stored such fierce Conqueror's Haki in this sword!"
"But Ace is now a thing of the past!"
"It is now my Justice! The Justice that reigns supreme!"
Before his voice had fully faded, Xayuki raised the sword hilt in front of him. His left hand, infused with Armament Haki and Conqueror's Haki, swept up with wind and thunder, grasping the blade and swiftly sliding toward the tip like skewering meat.
As Xayuki's left hand reached the tip of the blade, the low-frequency vibrations in the surrounding space abruptly ceased.
The violent and fierce clash of Conqueror's Haki came to an abrupt halt, and the invisible pressure that had enveloped the area vanished silently, bringing a wave of relief to everyone within a hundred meters of the training field. Many even slumped to the ground, feeling a sense of liberation.
Mihawk, who had arrived first and managed to withstand the pressure without retreating further, was no exception. As the oppressive weight lifted from his shoulders, he let out a long breath, feeling an absurd sense of pardon.
But none of this mattered!
What mattered was that his pride was once again shattered by Xayuki's terrifying strength.
He had clearly witnessed Xayuki using an extremely forceful and unreasonable method to straighten the crescent-shaped tip of the Supreme Grade Sword into a straight blade.
Not only was Mihawk, the world's greatest swordsman, shocked by Xayuki's actions, but Garp, who had once pushed Roger to the brink several times and even teamed up with Roger against common foes, was equally astonished. His eyes nearly popped out as he watched Xayuki crudely alter the shape of Roger's sword.
It was no exaggeration to say that no one present understood Roger better than Garp, nor was anyone more aware of Roger's formidable power.
Especially Roger's sword, which had nearly bested him on several occasions.
Yet this Supreme Grade Sword, which had followed Roger across the seas and defeated countless strong foes under his command, was subdued by Xayuki in such a blunt and forceful manner.
Under the shocked gazes of Mihawk and Garp, Xayuki forcibly suppressed the stored Conqueror's Haki within the blade. He then straightened the sword using Armament Haki and Conqueror's Haki before quickly turning to survey the Marine officers and Seven Warlords surrounding the training field.
In the next moment, he raised the Supreme Grade Sword above his head. "This sword, which vanished for sixteen years following Roger's execution, is one of the 12 Supreme Grade Swords."
"Its previous names are irrelevant; it is now called—Justice!"
After a brief pause, Xayuki suddenly stepped forward.
The sword's edge pointed toward the soldiers and officers who had fainted during the clash of Conqueror's Haki. He shouted, "All of you—"
"Stand up!!"
As Xayuki's voice rang out, a vast yet gentle wave of energy erupted, sweeping across the field like a spring breeze.
Immediately, the officers and soldiers who had fallen unconscious began to open their eyes.
When Xayuki shouted "Stand up," the newly awakened officers and soldiers, though unaware of what had transpired, instinctively stood up, straightening their bodies and facing Xayuki with eager anticipation.
Whether they had just recovered from unconsciousness or had endured the shockwaves from the clash of Conqueror's Haki, all eyes were now focused on Xayuki.
Although everyone maintained silence, their fervent gazes were filled with admiration, reverence, and loyalty.
Like deafening thunder,
Even the Seven Warlords felt a long-lost surge of passion.
Meanwhile, a fleet of warships entered the New World through the Holy Land, led by Admiral Kuzan. Navigating through torrential rain and turbulent waves, the fleet sailed grandly into the port of Marine's First Branch in the New World.
Located near the Red Line, the First Branch served as the World Government's last line of defense in the New World, where most territories were under the control of the Four Emperors. The security and defense responsibilities were daunting, with a veteran Marine Vice Admiral stationed there permanently. Regardless of major meetings at Marine Headquarters, the Vice Admiral and all officers would remain at their posts unless the World Government's core atop the Red Line collapsed.
Of course, the Marines had more than just the First Branch in the New World; Vice Admiral Vergo commanded the Fifth Branch, which was closest to the Four Emperors' territories. Simply put, the Fifth Branch acted as the frontline fortress, while the First Branch served as the last line of defense for the Red Line!
As for the Second, Third, and Fourth Branches, they had long fallen during the years of pirate invasions and territorial disputes among the Four Emperors.
In the pouring rain, the Vice Admiral in charge of the First Branch led all officers and soldiers, clad in raincoats, to stand orderly at the port, watching as the large warships slowly docked.
Soon, the lead warship docked steadily at the shore. Standing on the deck, also wearing a raincoat, Kuzan wasted no time, jumping down to stand before the base commander of the First Branch.
"Attention!"
"Salute!"
The soldiers standing in the rain raised their hands in unison at the commander's order, saluting Kuzan and shouting in unison, "Loyalty."
"I am here under secret orders from the Fleet Admiral."
"So I do not want my presence at the First Branch to be leaked."
Kuzan stepped forward, mimicking Xayuki's gesture as he returned the salute, shedding his usual laid-back demeanor and speaking with renewed vigor, "Next, all officers and soldiers of the First Branch will rotate with the soldiers and officers I brought."
"Those rotating out will be assigned new positions, maintaining 24-hour communication with Admiral Sakazuki's fleet en route to Dressrosa. Additionally, all intelligence personnel on external missions will closely monitor all movements in the New World."
"Should any ships from the Big Mom Pirates or the Beast Pirates in Wano Country leave their usual territories, report to me immediately!"
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