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Chapter 595: The Arrival of Esdeath!

"Phew—phew—That was close. What in the world is going on?"

Liva, the current Imperial Navy Vice Admiral, stared in shock and uncertainty at the Ice Wall that had suddenly frozen before him. It had formed instinctively when he manipulated the water from a nearby fish tank to protect himself after sensing danger.

If not for this, his fate would surely be the same as everyone else in this room, turned into Ice Sculptures.

"This is..."

When Liva walked out of his high-floor Office and looked down at the entire Port, he was horrified to find that everything below had been completely Frozen. Even a part of the Island had become a world of Frost White.

The Empire's Marine Headquarters had been annihilated just like that, inexplicably!

[Bang!]

Suddenly, a Loud Noise of something being destroyed came from the east. Vice Admiral Liva quickly looked over.

He saw Yan Xin, who was also a Vice Admiral, walking out of a Military Officer's residence whose Door had been kicked flying. Yan Xin was holding a Long Saber with a distinct curve to its Blade and was bare-chested.

It was clear that he was also shaken at this moment.

Yan Xin's Expression was ashen as he surveyed the Marine Headquarters, which had already turned into a frozen wasteland.

He had just been in his Bedroom, engaged in his favorite activity with a Female Lieutenant Colonel, when he noticed large patches of Frost suddenly appearing on the Wall and Door behind her at an extremely fast Speed.

At this critical juncture.

He didn't hesitate to trust the instinct he had honed on the Battlefield.

First, he forcefully pushed away the Woman who hadn't yet realized what was happening, then kicked her in the abdomen, causing her to be the first to come into contact with the Frost and Cold Air.

This bought him less than two seconds of Time, but it was enough to grab the Imperial Arms 'Moonlight Beauty Dance: Wind Blade Sword' from beside the bed.

Finally, under the Protection of the Vacuum Wind Blade he swung out, he was lucky enough to block the Attack of the Cold Air and Frost.

As for that Woman...

She had already turned into an Ice Sculpture at the Bedroom Doorway, her face filled with shock.

"Brother Liva, what's the Situation?"

Yan Xin endured the cold, asking loudly while quickly walking towards Liva.

Although the latter disliked his frequent behavior of messing around with women in the Military, at this moment, they could only help each other. So, Liva merely offered a Shake Head, his Expression calm.

"Like you, I just came out of my room. But from the current Situation, it seems we've been attacked by someone, and their Ability is Ice-type, just like General Esdeath!"

But Yan Xin's Expression turned even more ashen upon hearing this, saying, "Is it possible that it's she herself?"

"What did you say!"

General Liva was stunned for a moment, then became furious: "Do you know what nonsense you're spouting?"

"Hmph, only those of us at the Vice Admiral rank and above know the specific Intelligence about the World Government. Esdeath definitely knows more. Who knows if she directly defected to their Faction?"

Yan Xin said his thoughts loudly with a cold face.

It was true that he had been severely disciplined by Esdeath before, but the huge Gap in Strength meant he could only endure it. He had only dared to hook up with someone just now because she wasn't at Headquarters.

"You!"

General Liva, with his long white hair, looked at Yan Xin in disbelief.

But just as he was about to raise the Ring-type Imperial Arms 'Water Dragon Manifestation: Black Marlin' on his Right Hand in his Anger, preparing to teach the other party a lesson, a gentle man's voice echoed In the Court.

"Ara la la, at a time like this, are you still fighting among yourselves?"

"Who's there!"

"Who!"

Liva and Yan Xin quickly turned to look at the source of the Sound.

Indeed.

They saw a man with a very tall Body Size, wearing a white Suit with curly hair, who had appeared thirty meters away without them noticing.

Kuzan looked at the two calmly and asked, "Excuse me, where is Esdeath?"

Liva and Yan Xin exchanged glances.

They understood that Esdeath hadn't defected, which made them slightly relieved. However, it also meant that this current world of Ice and Snow was her doing.

"Idiot, who would tell you that? Go to hell, you piece of trash!"

The next second.

Yan Xin suddenly erupted, rushing towards Kuzan at high Speed. Because of his excessive Speed, Afterimages were even produced behind him. However, the most dangerous thing was the Imperial Arms 'Hotei' in his hand.

"Full Moon Wheel!"

As the Cutlass was swung wildly, in an instant, all the Vacuum Blade formed a Ball shape around Yan Xin.

It was clear at a glance that this was a technique combining both offense and defense.

Behind him.

Liva also bit off a piece of Flesh and Blood from his arm, and then used the special Ability of the Imperial Arms 'Water Dragon Manifestation' to Control liquids, drawing out a portion of his Blood and shaping it into several crescent-shaped Blood Blade in mid-air.

There was no other way, because all the liquid in the entire Marine Headquarters had been Frozen by Kuzan's 'Ice Age'.

So, he could only directly use the Profound Mystery Secret Manual of his Imperial Arms.

Which was Blood Control.

"Blood Blade Kill!"

With a roar of Anger, over a dozen Blood Blade rotated at high Speed, whistling towards Kuzan from multiple directions.

"It seems Esdeath isn't here. That's a bit troublesome, huh..."

At this moment, Kuzan sighed and blew a puff of White Mist-like Cold Air towards Yan Xin, who was attacking with full force in front of him, instantly engulfing him.

[Swish----]

When the Cold Air dissipated.

Yan Xin was Frozen inside an Ice Ball like amber, then fell heavily to the ground...

"Ara la la, sorry, I don't really like people with foul mouths."

Kuzan looked at Yan Xin in the Ice Ball indifferently.

He had used lethal force, directly freezing the other party's Internal Organs and Brain. Otherwise, if he had only wanted to Capture Alive, he would have controlled the Ice to stay on the Body Surface.

The next second...

Those high-speed flying Blood Blade all passed through him, but there was no Commotion of hitting a Physical Entity.

"What!"

At the same time.

Liva suddenly saw a slender-fingered, unusually large, pale Palm, carrying wisps of Frost and Cold Air, covering most of his Vision.

At the same time, it approached him at a Speed so fast that his Body couldn't react at all. He could only watch it approach with his Pupils shrinking violently and trembling, as it delivered a Lightly Pat to his face.

Only then did his Brain realize that the other party had arrived right in front of him.

"So fast!"

What followed was a blackout, and he instantly lost all Consciousness. All the Blood Blade in the distance lost Control and turned into puddles of Blood water, falling onto the Frozen Earth.

And the Body that had been cut by the Blood Blade gradually dissipated with the blowing Cold Wind. It turned out that was also an Afterimage...

"I'll leave this here."

Kuzan withdrew his Palm, which still had wisps of Cold Air lingering on it. Then, with both hands in his clean Pockets, he looked down at the hundreds of various types of Warship and Building Facilities he had Frozen.

"Esdeath isn't here, so she must be on the Continent side. Perhaps she returned to the Imperial Capital?"

He suddenly regretted using 'Ice Age' right away.

Because he was worried that the people here wouldn't have time to send messages outwards.

However, Kuzan clearly underestimated the Intelligence Capability of an Empire that had existed for a thousand years and waged War for a thousand years.

In less than two days, a fast-approaching black dot appeared in the western Sky.

"To think she actually froze the entire Marine Headquarters. That's quite interesting..."

Esdeath stood on the back of the 'Wyvern Flying Dragon', enjoying the constantly blowing cold Wind.

She showed no trace of Anger or sadness towards the cruel fact that all her Subordinate had been annihilated. Instead, her face revealed a look of eagerness.

"World Government's Marine Admiral Aokiji, huh? Then let me see, the so-called Highest Combat Power!"

Esdeath raised her Right Foot and stepped down with her long Shoe Heel.

The 'Wyvern Flying Dragon' understood and quickly increased the Frequency of its wing flapping, diving down towards the world of Frost below.

"Ara la la, so you've finally arrived..."

Kuzan stood on the cliff edge of the Island above the Port, looking at the fast-flying Esdeath with some surprise.

"To dare to come alone, you certainly have the Aura of a Marine Admiral~~"

Marine Admiral VS Marine Admiral!

Chapter 596: The Azure Long Hair Blown Scattered!

Gorgeous, knee-length azure hair, deep ice-blue eyes and eyebrows, exquisite and perfect facial features, a proud and slender figure wearing a white short skirt Military Uniform. Coupled with her domineering and cold Gaze, she perfectly displayed the temperament of an arrogant Queen and a powerful Aura.

This was Kuzan's first visual impression upon seeing Esdeath on the back of the Wyvern Flying Dragon, but her Posture of flying and circling in the Air made him feel a bit helpless.

Although he could also create an 'Ice Age' or fly up using Moonwalk, he himself didn't particularly like aerial Combat.

On the other side.

Esdeath was also sizing up Kuzan below. Although she was extremely confident in her own Strength, she would not be careless, and certainly wouldn't underestimate her Opponent.

Not to mention, she had a certain understanding of the World Government's Admirals.

For example.

She knew they possessed the Ability to take a 'Five Paths Revolving Furnace' head-on, and seemed to not suffer much damage themselves. This was quite terrifying.

Esdeath Understood clearly in her Heart that if it were her, although she could also take it head-on, to remain completely unharmed, she would have to choose to activate a Profound Secret Technique.

"This guy's Body Size is probably three meters tall, judging by sight. Putting aside his Strength for now, just his Height alone makes him a Monster." A slight smile curved Esdeath's lips.

However, her mood was not as relaxed as it appeared on the surface.

Because she had already perceived the vast and powerful Aura emanating from Kuzan, like a towering torch reaching for the Sky. To be honest, in that instant, she had already felt a 'Feeling' of being unable to win.

Although according to common sense, the Strength of one's Aura doesn't entirely represent the level of Strength, that's only when the Gap isn't too large.

This was also related to Esdeath Awakening Observation Haki.

If it were before, she could at most perceive Kuzan's Life Aura, but now she could even perceive Kuzan's Spirit Aura, which was his Haki Presence.

When the two were combined, it created an extremely terrifying Sense of Oppression.

Don't look at Kuzan just standing motionlessly at the edge of the cliff, within Esdeath's spiritual Perception, he was like a giant Ice Bird crouching there.

According to the classic description in their World, he was comparable to a legendary Super Danger Beast!

"Excellent! It seems I've finally met an Opponent who can satisfy me."

Stimulated by the intense Sense of Danger, Esdeath's entire body's Muscles were trembling slightly with Excitement, and her eyes flickered with an unprecedented spark of Fighting Intent.

[Swish————]

But just as she drew the Flower Sword from her Waist and prepared to act, Kuzan below suddenly shouted loudly: "Uh, Ms. Esdeath, could you come down first and we can chat?"

"No need for nonsense!"

Esdeath showed no regard for his Reputation. The tip of the sword in her hand suddenly lifted, pointing towards the azure Sky above her head. Immediately, a bright Cold Light bloomed under the Sunlight.

"Although my Subordinates were too weak, it's normal for them to be eliminated by you, but since they are my Subordinates, I'll have to avenge them myself!"

As soon as she finished Speaking, a large shadow enveloped her and Kuzan below.

Kuzan, with his hands in his pockets, watched speechlessly as a large amount of cold air suddenly appeared in the High Altitude, and then quickly condensed into a massive Ice Ball twenty-odd meters wide and forty to fifty meters high.

"Ara la la la, she's quite an impatient young lady."

He thought about how he should respond. He simply had too many Means to respond, or he could just not respond at all. Standing still would also work.

But being smashed to smithereens right away, wouldn't that be a bit embarrassing for a Marine Admiral's Reputation?

"Well then, let's do this."

Kuzan was seen squatting down and pulling up over a dozen Weeds from the ground. Then, Un hurried, he Stand Up and casually threw them in front of him. Immediately after, he lightly blew a puff of cold air onto them. Instantly, an Ice Blade formed in his hand.

"It's been a while since I used a Blade. Hope I'm not too rusty..."

After Speaking, just as the massive Ice Ball was less than forty to fifty meters above his head, Kuzan put Strength into his hand and fiercely swung a Blade upwards.

The next moment, Esdeath, who had been carried by the Wyvern Flying Dragon to the Sky above the Ice Ball, witnessed with her own eyes the massive Ice body, comparable to a glacier, being split into two halves from the middle Position by a frosty white Slash.

This immediately caused her sky-blue eyebrows to furrow.

"To think his Swordsmanship has also reached such a level. It seems comparable to the Eight-Stage Sword Masters over at Kamishin Island."

Swordsmanship, Esdeath also knew it, and her skill was quite exquisite. She could even unleash Sword Energy, equivalent to the realm of a Sword Master.

However, ever since she gained the Ability of her Imperial Arms, most of her energy was focused on the Development and Training/Exercise of her Ability. Her level in Swordsmanship had thus stagnated.

According to Kamishin Island's Swordsmanship Ten-Stage System, she was probably at the level of a Seven-Stage Sword Master.

Because for Esdeath, who adhered to the law of 'the Strong prey on the weak', whether it was Swordsmanship or Imperial Arms, they were purely just a type of Strength. Whichever was easier to use was given more Importance.

And the facts proved that although her Sword Talent could already be called a 'treasure' that many Swordsmen yearned for, her Talent in Ice-type Abilities far surpassed her Talent in Swordsmanship.

But now, this Marine Admiral from the World Government before her eyes, his Swordsmanship had reached at least the level of an Eight-Stage Sword Master.

Because according to her past Combat Experience, only Sword Masters of Eight Stages or higher could cut through her 'Ice Meteor' so easily.

This made Esdeath realize that she should try to avoid competing in Swordsmanship with her Opponent next.

This was quite frustrating.

As a Woman who was incredibly passionate about both War and Combat, what she enjoyed most was the process of Melee Combat with her Opponent.

However, as a Top Expert of this World, and facing a Strong enemy from another Otherworld, Esdeath suppressed her impulsive desires with her rationality and calmness.

Because only the final Victory could prove who was the Powerhouse!

"Hmph!"

Esdeath's expression suddenly turned sharp. She swung a crescent-shaped snowy white Blade Light towards Kuzan.

Its Radiance wasn't particularly dazzling, but appeared more solid. The Air it swept through along the way showed Snowflake-shaped White Mist. In the blink of an eye, it arrived before Kuzan.

[Bang————]

Suddenly.

The snowy white Blade Light automatically burst open in the Air three meters away from Kuzan, as if it had crashed into an indestructible invisible Wall.

"Ara la la la~"

"Integrating cold air into a Flying Slash Attack is a relatively standard move."

Kuzan, however, just stood there holding the Ice Blade in his hand, calmly watching the beautiful scene before him, like Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers, and commented casually.

"But you should still come down first. It's not very polite to make someone crane their Neck to Speak."

As soon as he finished Speaking, his right arm was seen swinging upwards at an extremely fast Speed. The Ice Blade in his hand turned into a white Lightning bolt flying out at many times the Speed of Sound.

[Roar!]

The Wyvern Flying Dragon sensed the taste of death. Its vertical Pupils suddenly contracted into slits.

Under the strong urge for survival, it began frantically increasing the Frequency of its wing beats, trying to dodge. But just as it attempted to open its mouth and unleash an Ice Breath.

In the blink of an eye, the Wyvern Flying Dragon's chest was pierced through by the Ice Blade, and then burst out from its back, before rapidly streaking past Esdeath's cheek.

[Boom————]

The powerful wind blast blew her beautiful blue hair scattering in all directions.

If it weren't for the effect of Observation Haki just now, and her subconscious step back to the right, then her abdomen right now would probably be in a similar state to the Flying Dragon wailing and falling below her feet...

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Chapter 597: Maha Padoma?!

"Damn it!"

Esdeath, who was in Freefall at High Altitude, didn't even spare a glance for the Wyvern Flying Dragon that had served as her loyal mount for four or five years.

With an unpleasant Expression, she extended her Right Hand towards the Air below her, activating the Imperial Arms Ability within her body called 'Demon God Manifestation: Demon's Extract'.

"I will not lose, because I am the Conquest of everything, no matter who!"

Just as these words were shouted from Esdeath's mouth.

Layers of Ice Crystal began to condense out of thin Air below, instantly forming a giant Ice Tower hundreds of meters high that caught her steadily on its peak.

"Whoa—truly spectacular, quite impressive!"

Kuzan, not far away, watched as Esdeath instantly created an Ice Tower two or three meters taller than the cliff beneath his feet right before him, and didn't hesitate to give praise.

Kuzan could naturally perform this kind of operation as well.

It was just that his Personality was relatively low-key, and he wouldn't usually create such a large Scene.

But this didn't mean he disliked watching such a magnificent Ice Performance.

How beautiful it was.

"Hmph!"

Esdeath at the top of the Ice Tower saw Kuzan put both his hands back into his Pocket.

She felt that the other party wasn't respecting their Combat, which caused her Expression to turn cold.

However, truth be told, she was still very beautiful like this.

As Esdeath raised the pointed Flower Sword in her Right Hand, Ice Spear emitting dense Cold Air began to appear in the Air around her, one after another.

Their generation Speed was exceptionally fast, almost filling the entire Sky within two seconds.

"Feel the pain from this World, Powerhouse from the Otherworld!"

The next moment.

Accompanied By rapid shrieking sounds, the Ice Spear shot out continuously towards Kuzan's Position.

"This is getting a bit boring. How about you come over to our side first?"

Kuzan's Expression was natural, completely unconcerned by the undisguised Fighting Intent and Killing Intent emanating from Esdeath.

He suddenly leaped into the Air, allowing the Ice Spear to continuously pierce the Position where he had just been standing.

"Ice Ball!"

At the same time, he suddenly extended his Right Hand, which had already begun emitting Cold Air, and instantly shot out five thick and long Ice Pillar from his Palm.

"Ice Barrier!"

Esdeath lifted her Right Foot, wearing High Heels, and stomped heavily on the surface of the Ice Tower.

In an instant.

Five layers of thick Ice Wall stacked up in front of her. However, these Ice Wall didn't even last for a second before being completely shattered by the impact of the five Ice Pillar.

"What?!"

Esdeath was greatly startled, her Expression changing. She hadn't expected such a large Gap in the Quality of Ice Cubes between the two sides.

Just as she was about to be Coated by the five Ice Pillar and then Frozen inside a large Ice Ball, at this critical juncture, she made a decisive move and fully released the Imperial Arms Strength she had stored for three days.

[Roar!!!]

An indescribably fierce Wind and Snow Strength erupted centered around Esdeath like an Avalanche.

The five Ice Pillar in front of her shattered like brittle Glass, becoming a Part Of the Avalanche.

"Ara la la..."

Kuzan, on his side, was completely buried by the Avalanche that struck like a large wave before he could even speak.

Following this, even this East Blue Isolated Island named Imperial Navy Headquarters was completely covered by countless Wind and Snow.

What was even more exaggerated was this.

This super Blizzard was still spreading outwards at an unbelievable Speed.

Wherever it passed, whether it was the Great Sea or the flying birds in the Air, everything was instantly Frozen.

Ultimately, its range covered the entire Southeast Zone of The Empire.

Within this Zone, all Towns of various sizes, including the prosperous City of Water and Clouds, as well as the extremely famous Sun and Moon Swamp.

All suffered a devastating catastrophe due to this sudden Blizzard.

Countless Passersby, ordinary Animals, and Danger Beast in the wilderness were Frozen to death on the ground.

If The Empire had Means similar to Satellite, perhaps they could Understand clearly that a Part Of this Planet had already been enveloped by a thick layer of Wind and Snow.

As for the Imperial Capital, Original Copy was the scorching summer of June, but now it has become a snowy winter Climate with Snowflake drifting!

"Hoo————"

As the Center of this great Blizzard, Esdeath was completely unconcerned by the World before her that she had completely turned into a world of Ice and Snow.

She first encased herself in an 'Ice Exoskeleton Armor' over five meters tall, and then quickly located Kuzan's buried Position using her Observation Haki's Perception Ability.

This Technique she Original Copy intended to use when facing the World Government's Large Army.

But she hadn't expected that the Plan couldn't keep up with the Situation, and it was used on a mere Human.

Although the other party was also a Marine Admiral, she still felt it was a bit extravagant.

However, if she could truly resolve the other party in one go, she would just spend another three days preparing.

"Use your death to please me!"

"Marine Admiral of the World Government!"

Esdeath, inside the 'Ice Exoskeleton Armor', raised the 'Ice Greatsword' in her hand, aimed it at the snow pile where Kuzan was, and stabbed down mercilessly.

Upon closer inspection, a layer of invisible Armament Haki was Coated on its Sword Edge!

Because she Understood very clearly that without the attachment of Haki, her attacks could not kill a Logia Devil Fruit User who possessed Elementalization Ability!

This Common Sense that Original Copy belonged within the World, had already begun to be Familiarized by the Human of this 'Imperial Arms World'.

[Duang!]

Suddenly, the moment the 'Ice Greatsword' plunged into the snow pile.

First, there was a loud sound like Metal colliding.

Immediately after, a powerful Energy/Force appeared, forcefully pushing away the Accumulated Snow and Wind and Snow.

Revealing Kuzan, who was grabbing the 'Ice Sword' with a dark hand.

"How is that possible!"

Esdeath was completely stunned, feeling the Situation where the sword body could neither advance nor retreat, unable to Understand why the other party could be this Strong?

Also, hadn't she used Haki as well!

"Ara la la, that's strange. How do you use Haki?"

Kuzan curiously examined the 'Ice Greatsword' before him.

Judging from the Aura of the Armament Haki, it was probably at the level of Headquarters Lieutenant Colonel to Colonel.

It couldn't be called very Strong, but it wasn't very weak either. Of course, compared to him, it was pitifully weak.

However, he keenly noticed that this was very important Intelligence.

The Empire was mastering the Strength of Haki.

"Looks like I need to take you back quickly..."

Kuzan's Gaze immediately became serious.

First, he forcefully crushed the 'Ice Greatsword' completely with his Right Hand, and then followed up by slamming his Palm onto the surface of the 'Ice Exoskeleton Armor'.

[Bang!]

This large Ice Armor instantly burst apart under the gaze of Esdeath's Pupils, which were trembling violently in shock, turning into a large amount of Ice Crystal fragments that scattered in all directions.

The next second.

Esdeath bit her tongue hard to calm herself down.

At the same time, she pushed off with her foot and turned into an Afterimage, dodging backwards.

"The game is over, Ms. Esdeath."

But at this very moment, Kuzan's voice sounded from behind her.

And the 'Kuzan' in front was rapidly fading, turning into a lifelike Ice Sculpture.

At the same time, she could feel a cold Palm approaching her back.

As a Powerhouse of the Ice System, she was naturally Familiarize with this technique, as she often used her Palm to Freeze enemies as well.

Her subconscious was Warning Esdeath not to be touched; if she was touched, it would be completely over!

"Freeze before my eyes, Maha Padoma!"

[Buzz————————]

Instantly, an extreme White Light bloomed between Esdeath's hands, rapidly expanding into a circular Aura encompassing an area of nearly two kilometers.

In that instant, everything within it fell into absolute stagnation and solidification.

Except for herself!

"I am the Eternal apex, and I will always be the final winner, no matter what stands in my way!"

Esdeath slowly turned around, slightly raising her chin.

With an elegant and arrogant Gaze, she swept past the wide Palm less than three centimeters from her face, looking at Kuzan behind her.

Huh?

Why did this person's skin turn completely black?

However, the duration of Maha Padoma was very short, not allowing her to think too much about these Matter.

But just as she was preparing to pierce the latter's brow with her Flower Sword Coated with Armament Haki, she saw Kuzan wink at her in horror.

Immediately after, she saw him first pinch the Sharpness of the Sword Edge with his left hand, and then his Right Hand naturally patted her Shoulder!

"How is that possible..."

When the effect of 'Maha Padoma' passed and the Blizzard began to blow again, Esdeath was already completely Frozen, her face full of shock and doubt.

"Ara la la, how should I explain this?"

Kuzan looked at the motionless Esdeath inside the Ice Ball, rubbed the back of his head, and a slightly embarrassed Smile appeared on his face.

It was probably because he had already read all the Intelligence about Esdeath before he came.

Of course, this also included her Ability and these Technique.

Also, he had already mastered the Advanced Ability of Observation Haki, 'Future Sight'.

So even without this Intelligence, it would actually be impossible for him to be hit by the Technique.

And now that he had the Intelligence, it was just used to 'see' when she would use 'Maha Padoma'.

Finally, there was the Gap in Armament Haki.

His Armament Haki was sufficient to isolate the special Ability of 'Maha Padoma' outside his body.

Therefore, he could still move freely in that completely 'Frozen' Space.

By the same logic, even if Esdeath's Flower Sword had pierced him, it would have been easily blocked by Armament Haki.

Therefore.

It was indeed a rather troublesome Matter for Kuzan to explain all of this to Esdeath one by one.

A moment later.

Kuzan took Esdeath, Liver, and the Flame Heart Vice Admiral's 'Wind Blade Sword'.

He slowly left this Island that was already completely enveloped by Wind and Snow...

(End of this chapter)

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01. The Familiar of Zero

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Chapter 598: The Thousand-Times-Guilty Aokiji!

The June snow in the Imperial Capital caused widespread discussion among the citizens outside the Imperial Palace.

It had been a scorching sun in the morning, making people sweat profusely, but in the afternoon, a gust of wind and snow suddenly blew in, and then the sky darkened under the dark clouds.

Now, every household had quickly dug out their thick winter clothes and changed into them.

One could imagine that a large wave of colds was definitely coming, but the people living in the Imperial Capital had no idea how much better off they were.

South of the Mago Plateau, it had now completely become the 'Freezing Hell'.

Except for the citizens who hid inside their houses in the city and promptly lit their stoves, most people, livestock, and even cold-intolerant Danger Beast creatures who remained outside had frozen to death in the blizzard.

"How could this happen..."

Sitting on the Golden Dragon Throne in Zichen Hall, the Emperor looked at the intelligence submitted by Najenda, the Minister of the Secret Intelligence Department, with extreme heartache and regret. The shock, sorrow, and sadness in his eyes were truly genuine.

It must be said.

Although this sixtieth Emperor of The Empire still prioritized the interests of the Imperial Family and The Empire, he genuinely cared for and sympathized with the Common People, deserving the folk title of 'Wise Ruler'.

"Your Majesty, this happened not long after General Esdeath went to the Marine Headquarters in the east. Could it be her Imperial Arms..."

Najenda speculated with hesitation on her face.

"Impossible!"

At this moment, General Bols stepped forward and interrupted her, saying very seriously, "Reporting to Your Majesty, although General Esdeath's Strength is powerful, it has not reached such a degree, or rather, Imperial Arms cannot possess such Power!"

He was using himself as a benchmark.

Because Bud, like Esdeath, possessed an extremely rare natural climate-type Imperial Arms called Admirer of the Thunder God's Wrath, whose Ability was to create and control Thunderclouds, Lightning, and even electromagnetism.

However, even if he used his full Power, the range of his Thunderclouds could at most cover the Imperial Capital.

Therefore, Bud did not believe that Esdeath, whose Strength was only slightly stronger than his own at most, could unleash a blizzard that affected half of the Continent.

His words were met with nods of agreement from the numerous Civil and Military Officials in the Main Hall.

Everyone had always believed that the Strength of the three top Admirals of The Empire's land, sea, and air forces was similar, all belonging to the Highest Combat Power of this World. It was impossible for an existence to be a notch higher than them.

However, they did not notice that the Emperor's expression was somewhat complex after hearing General Bols's words, because he clearly Understood that the Power of Imperial Arms actually far exceeded their imagination...

After all, the existence of the 'Supreme Imperial Arm' was known only to the Emperor himself in the entire hall, as the last time it was used was six hundred years ago.

Although the Emperor had not personally controlled the 'Supreme Imperial Arm' hidden Underground, through the Operation Manual passed down by the 'Holy Emperor', he had a certain understanding of the Imperial Family's greatest trump card.

It was clearly written on it what the maximum Power of each technique of the 'Supreme Imperial Arm' was.

After all, if they didn't know this, the future Emperors might very well destroy their own Imperial Capital as soon as they took the throne.

However, after thinking about it, the Emperor felt that Bud's words had some merit.

That is, apart from the 'Supreme Imperial Arm', he had never seen any other Imperial Arms with comparable powerful Power, so it wasn't strange that Esdeath couldn't do it?

Most importantly, even if Esdeath did do it, they couldn't say that!

So the Emperor softly asked, seemingly hinting, "Then, General Bols, what do you mean?"

"Your Humble General believes it was likely done by the World Government's Marine Admiral 'Aokiji'. According to Intelligence, he is the so-called Logia Ice-Ice Fruit User, also possessing powerful ice-type Supernatural Ability!"

"Two days ago, he attacked our Marine Headquarters and rendered it completely Frozen. General Esdeath has already gone to meet him in battle at the first opportunity, and they should still be engaged in combat now!"

Bud narrated his thoughts with a grim face, 'logically and factually'. Afterwards, he briefly introduced the Logia-type Devil Fruit, which astonished the other Civil and Military Officials, who exclaimed repeatedly.

Because the ability to turn one's Body into Natural Elements was something that even Imperial Arms could not do.

For a time.

Everyone in the Main Hall believed that the culprit who had poisoned half of The Empire this time was Aokiji, causing many people to curse him angrily, calling him an inhuman demon who deserves death a thousand times over!

"Silence!"

The Eunuch standing beside the Steps / Stairway shouted loudly, instantly silencing the noisy Zichen Hall, as everyone noticed the Emperor's cold expression.

"My dear ministers, I believe the top priority now is to Aid the Common People in the South and to quickly ascertain the Situation of General Esdeath."

The Emperor's words caused the Civil and Military Officials of The Empire to look at each other.

Everyone could tell that this was definitely not a good task, and the person in charge would most likely have to make a trip to the freezing cold South, so everyone chose to remain silent, while praying in their hearts that they wouldn't be called upon.

"Your Majesty, the Pontiff of the Path of Peace submitted the application document for 'Path of Peace Aid to the Disaster-Stricken Southern Common People' to your humble servant two hours ago."

At this moment, Najenda took out a Document and handed it to the Emperor through the Eunuch who walked over.

"Good, the Path of Peace truly lives up to being our country's orthodox religion. I approve!"

The Emperor was greatly pleased after reading the application, because it stated that the Path of Peace would be fully responsible.

All the Supplies and costs required for this Disaster Relief would be covered, doing their utmost to share the burden for The Empire.

At the same time, they sincerely hoped that The Empire could focus all its energy on defending against the Otherworld Invaders.

General Bols immediately followed up, saying, "Your Majesty, Your Humble General has already ordered Bols to lead two teams of Purgatory Dragon Knights to the Marine Headquarters. I believe News will be sent back before long!"

"Good!"

But just then, Regent Saul stepped forward, his face filled with worry, and said.

"Your Majesty, the Shenhe Island Nation has agreed to a ceasefire and promised to form an Alliance with The Empire. The original plan was for the Marine Fleet led by General Esdeath to conduct a Joint Operation, attacking the Snow Mountain Range where the enemy's Star Gate is located from the Sea, but now..."

"Uh, this is indeed a problem..."

The Emperor was stunned.

Right, now their Marines have been completely annihilated, and even Marine Admiral Esdeath is partially out of contact. What should they do now?

"Your Majesty, we have no other way. Why not truthfully inform the Shenhe Island Nation and let them act on the Sea by themselves? After all, our Target is the same."

Najenda suggested.

"It seems that's the only way, alas..."

The Emperor sighed deeply out of helplessness, while pondering whether the 'Supreme Imperial Arm' hidden Underground should be taken out and prepared in advance.

He felt that only the 'Supreme Imperial Arm' on their side could block the Sharpness of the World Government.

Subsequently, The Empire began to publicize Aokiji's actions domestically, causing more and more citizens to feel disgust and Fear towards the World Government...

Meanwhile.

In the Titan World, Noah's Ark had slowly flown from above Paradis Island to above the Capital of Marley.

Because it was moving within the Dimensional Space of the Door-Door Fruit, people in the outside world were completely unaware of its existence.

Im was taking advantage of his leisure time to wrap his arm around Historia's slender waist, enjoying the Marleyans below who were wholeheartedly enjoying 'Absolute Freedom' with her.

"Look, the fragrance of freedom, how desirable. They are smiling very happily~"

"..."

Historia remained silent with a complex expression. She did indeed see people below smiling, and they were laughing wildly while stepping on the Heads of pitiful people. Their unscrupulous appearance sent shivers down one's spine.

"Lord Imu, the Five Elders have sent News. Admiral Aokiji of the Marine Headquarters has annihilated the Imperial Navy Headquarters, and at the same time, he has Captured Alive the enemy's Marine Admiral Esdeath and a Marine Vice Admiral named Liver, and seized two equipment-type Imperial Arms."

Stussy slowly walked behind the two and Respectfully reported.

"Esdeath!"

Im did not turn around, but his eyes lit up. He ordered, "Have someone bring her here!"

"Yes..."

Stussy was startled for a moment, but immediately agreed and quickly turned to leave. However, her mood couldn't help but become disappointed. Was she only destined to be a Secretary?

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