Chapter 109 Collision, Collapse, Cooperation
The empress was truly shocked because of Brett.
'Aside from his differing colors, his skills were just like those of Kaido the Beast! He had even been swimming in the ocean before, yet he managed to beat the seawater as a devil fruit user'
If word got out about these two facts, it's clear that he would be in serious trouble.
Kaido would not let someone with the same powers roam the sea. The government and significant groups would surely be very interested in someone who has overcome seawater with their abilities.
'Is he really so foolish as to show himself so openly in front of me?'
"Now that you've seen me," Brett stated calmly, "Just keep this under wraps; if you don't, I'll be in a lot of trouble."
The empress was truly taken aback.
Then, she realized this man wanted to share secrets with her,but instead of feeling reassured, her immediate reaction was—
'He really knows!'
This time, fear touched not only her heart but also showed on her face.Boa felt frightened, scared that the Celestial Dragons would capture her again.
"Go to hell! " Her voice became high-pitched, and he spoke almost frantically.
"Love kick"
'Yes, exactly, if I kill him, that secret won't be revealed, and nobody will ever learn about the past I'd rather keep hidden!'
Brett sighed.
Dealing with a woman like this is really challenging. Alright then.
Electricity flickered around his body, "Electricity current - Shockwave punch!"
Boom!
The punch created a massive explosion, and the entire shoreline was shattered by the shockwave.
"Oh! This is—" From the far away shore, Rayleigh stood up in astonishment.
"Brett, do you have such hidden strength? "
'It felt entirely different from what I sensed before.He's much stronger now.'
"Hey, Rayleigh, aren't you going to stop this? "
The empress's sister, Sandersonia, said anxiously, "This is not good! "
"The man has made his choice; let him handle it." Rayleigh answered seriously, "Today could be the day for Hancock to emerge from the shadows. "
The two sisters' expressions changed suddenly.
Elder Nyon also appeared deep in thought.
Boom boom boom!
The fight between Brett and Hancock raged on, with his fists turning into stone, which kept breaking apart.
Her haki is simply frightening. She truly fits coming from Amazon Lily. Brett's armament wasn't sufficient against her's.
If he hadn't been able to create bubbles to counter her abilities, Brett's arms would have been smashed to pieces.
But since he can suppress her powers, it's not impossible for hum to engage in a fight.
Even if he cannot equal her overwhelming haki, Brett still holds a clear advantage in terms of strength.
Transformed into a dragon and fueled by electricity, Hancock simply cannot match Brett's might.
Overall, the standoff between the two remains quite even.
Yet, this stalemate is slowly starting to change.
''Damnit! Why are you so powerful! Why won't you die?!'' Hancock felt her confidence crumbling. Because she understood that she couldn't kill Brett
Brett heard her words.
The fiery clouds swirled, and Brett ascended into the sky, increasing the distance between them.
"That's enough, Empress! " He expressed loudly, "I do not wish to be your enemy. Initially and throughout, my goal has been one, and that is for us to work together! "
Even with her teeth clenched, the most beautiful woman in the world radiated striking beauty. She simply lifted her gaze and fixed her eyes on Brett.
'Just like Kaido, he can even soar in the air, it's over.' She was unable to prevent his departure.
The Empress's eyes lost their spark, and she instinctively wrapped her arms around herself. Tears began to form in her eyes.
Brett tightened his fists. 'Why is it that she seems to become more afraid as she grows stronger, much like Tesoro?'
He wished he had brought Otohime along. Her words would have easily convinced her.
"Boa Hancock! That's quite enough now! "
He exclaimed loudly, "What are you doing? What do those eyes mean? What is the significance of your tears? What are you afraid of! Why are you still scared when you're so powerful! "
Brett landed back on the shore and return to his normal form. He raised his hands as if to show surrender. He even turned around and sat cross-legged on the ground, facing away from Hancock with no defenses. "Is this necessary? Is this how I can prove my sincerity? "
Hancock was surprised, In this position, regardless of how strong he may be, if she were to attack suddenly, he likely wouldn't be able to react in time.
'He is risking his life!'
Yet, she was unaware of the extent of Brett's abilities.
Brett continued loudly, "Don't make me say this again. I am here to discuss cooperation. Now that I've given you the upper hand, what are you still afraid of? Will you reveal my secret to the world? "
Yes, although she knows his secret, if hers is revealed too, she would also face significant peril.
The Empress finally understood this.
The heart that once sank into darkness finally caught sight of a small light, and the pale complexion changed to one with color.
"How do you plan to work together? " Hancock still felt fear inside her.
This man's secrets might be concealed from others, but her history is far too painful.
"Didn't I mention it before? " Brett turned and replied earnestly, "I aim to take down the world government. "
". . . "Hancock paused for a moment, "Are you for real? "
"I don't need to lie to you," Brett explained. "The Celestial Dragons have a strong preference for mermaid slaves. Both mermaids and fishi are viewed as mere creatures, leading to trends like this. "
"Countless wealthy humans take pride in owning mermaid slaves, while Fishman Island has endured suffering for centuries. The world government has ignored this. Their inaction is why the slave trade continues despite being banned multiple times."
The empress shook slightly. She recalled the mermaids who were confined in tanks and mistreated during her time at Mary Geoise.
"Brother Tiger saved many of our people from Mary Geoise, but even today, they are haunted by their nightmares. "
Brett's voice grew more intense, "So I wonder, if the world government is taken down, will the bias against Fishman Island vanish, will the slave trade come to an end? Can my people, who have suffered at the hands of the celestial dragons finally find peace without waking up in fear about them? "
"Let them understand that their nightmares truly won't return. They have endured and there is no shame in that. It's all in the past. "
Hancock gazed at Brett in disbelief. 'Is it really possible to achieve something like this?'
"There are countless individuals in this world who face persecution from the Celestial Dragons just like those opposed to the World Government. The opponents of the Celestial Dragons aren't just our Fish-Man Island, but the entire world that they have taken advantage of for eight centuries! "
Brett added, "I am fighting for the world alongside everyone, so failure is not an option. "
"Hancock, I have come to seek your partnership. Please join me in toppling the World Government to put an end to this nightmare that has lasted for eight hundred years. "
Hancock clenched her teeth.
"What specifically does this so-called partnership entail? "She asked, her tone very gentle.
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