One Piece:Pirates of Lightning-1

Chapter 457 Ice and Fire

Water Seven, inside a giant factory.

The Sea Train, this massive project that was originally considered almost impossible to complete in the eyes of the world, gradually neared completion as Time passed.

"Old Man, what are you still dragging your feet for? Now that the Sea Train project is almost finished, it's time for you to face Judgment!"

A Black Suit man, staring intently at the Fishman Tom in front of him who was bending over and constantly checking the train, said coldly.

"The Sea Train's Core Engine still has some minor issues, and the Power Transmission System still has a slight Defect that I need some more Time to perfect."

Tom carefully checked the Sea Train on his own, answering calmly, completely unconcerned about the imprisonment mentioned by the Black Suit man.

"You better not play any tricks."

The Black Suit man snorted coldly, and after saying that, he turned around and left directly.

"Teacher, they are going too far!"

After the Black Suit left, Iceberg, who had come to Tom's side at some point, said indignantly. In his opinion, these guys were just bullying the weak and fearing the strong. Moreover, as a Shipwright, what was wrong with helping Guests build Ships! Even if the Guests were the famous Pirate King Roger and Thunder God Nicholas.

Moreover, what Teacher is doing now is something that can benefit Water Seven and the surrounding Islands, yet those World Government guys still look at Teacher like a Criminal.

Using the Tool in his hand to carefully adjust the Precision Parts inside the train Engine, Tom did not answer Iceberg's Words.

After a moment,

"Phew! Finally done."

Slowly letting out a breath, Tom shook his head, put the Tool in his hand into the Toolbox, and a Smile appeared on his face.

The Sea Train, after his continuous improvements and constant Research, was finally about to succeed.

"Iceberg, don't worry, Teacher will be fine."

Tom said confidently, after all, many years ago, a Big Shot had personally told him that he owed him a Big Favor, and that Favor was more than enough to save his Life from the World Government.

Moreover, regarding what the other party had said, the Steel Giant Ship capable of sailing on the Sea Surface and carrying tens of millions of tons of Goods, the giant Mechanical Construct that could carry a large number of Ordinary People flying in the Sky, and even the Flying Machine that could break away from the planet Underfoot and fly to planets outside, Tom still yearned for them very much.

Even though so many years had passed, he still dreamed of these Things sometimes, after all, the completion of the Sea Train proved that other Things could also be replicated!

"But Teacher..."

Iceberg hesitated, obviously he understood that Teacher was just comforting him.

"By the way, Teacher, Fire Fist Ace wants to see you, it seems he wants to inquire about Roger."

"Fire Fist Ace? Is it for the One Piece Roger mentioned?"

Tom muttered to himself.

Upon hearing Tom's Words, Iceberg's expression became a little strange.

"It doesn't seem like it, Fire Fist Ace seems to simply want to know what kind of Person Roger actually was."

Hearing Iceberg's Words, Tom was instead a little confused. After all, in his opinion, people sought News of Roger for nothing more than the One Piece Roger mentioned, but wanting to know what kind of Person Roger was, that was a bit interesting.

"If that's the case, then bring that little Weapon over tonight."

To be honest, Tom was not surprised that his surroundings were full of World Government Informant.

After all, for the World Government, he had once been in contact with extremely dangerous figures, but to say how much they valued him, they actually didn't value him that much. After all, compared to those guys, in the eyes of the World Government, he was just a Fart.

Night gradually fell, Tom sat alone in the Room, silently drinking Wine. Since Kokoro was forcibly sent back to Fish-Man Island by him, he had probably forgotten how long it had been since there was Laughter in his Workshop.

His Life was likely about to come to an end. Speaking of Regret, it seemed there were indeed many Regrets.

But the World Government would not let him go, just as they would erase anyone who tried to Research the Void Century, the World Government wouldn't mind erasing someone like him, who was closely connected to Roger and Nicholas, in passing.

"Not being able to personally create those Things, it's truly a Regret!"

Sighing, Tom took a sip of Wine.

Just as he put down his Wine Glass, the door of the Room was pushed open, and a tall Figure lowered his head and bent over as he walked into his Workshop.

"You are the Fishman Shipwright Tom to whom Captain Nicholas owes a Favor?"

A rough Sound came from the Person's mouth, causing Tom's heart to tremble.

"I am!"

Tom nodded.

Then, he confirmed again with some hesitation.

"You are?"

"You don't need to care who I am, just know that I'm here to repay the Favor for Captain Nicholas, let's go, I'll take you away from Water Seven."

The Person said indifferently.

Swish swish swish—

Accompanied by Sonic Boom, Figures surrounded Tom's Workshop.

"Who are you!"

These Figures wearing Black Suit, looking at the tall Figure in front of Tom, said with solemn expressions.

...

"Thank you very much, Mr. Iceberg."

Ace and Deuce followed Iceberg's side and said sincerely.

Obviously, when Iceberg told Ace that Tom was willing to meet him, Ace could be said to be quite excited, because he might be able to obtain more Intelligence about that Man from Tom's mouth, and piece together a more complete Appearance of that Man.

Boom!

Just as Ace finished speaking, the Sky in the distance suddenly lit up, and a constantly expanding Sun appeared on the Ground, illuminating the entire Water Seven as if it were Daytime.

"What is that thing!?"

Deuce looked at the Sun as if it had fallen on the Ground, and was completely dumbfounded.

And seeing the direction from which the Sun rose, Iceberg's Complexion suddenly changed!

Then he immediately sprinted towards the direction where the Sun rose.

And seeing this Scene, Ace also realized something and immediately chased after Iceberg.

"Mr. Iceberg, what happened?"

"I don't know, but that direction is the direction of Teacher's Workshop!"

Iceberg said with a gloomy Face. Under an Attack of that Power, he didn't think Tom could escape unscathed.

Just as Iceberg was running, Ace suddenly grabbed him.

Then, before Iceberg could ask, he saw a Freezing Cold Aura spreading from the front, and instantly freezing everything on the Street.

The sudden Abnormality made Iceberg's Complexion change. He felt a Freezing Cold Aura right in front of him.

If Ace hadn't pulled him just now, he would probably have become an Ice Sculpture.

"Deuce, take Mr. Iceberg and retreat further!"

After saying that, Ace slowly raised his head and looked forward. Ace exhaled a breath of hot Air, and a Flame immediately ignited on his Shoulder, followed by a second one. In less than a second, several fluttering Flames had already appeared on Ace's body.

As the Flames ignited, the Chill that was originally rushing forward suddenly stopped, as if it had encountered great resistance.

However, as if sensing the appearance of the Flames, the center of the Chill suddenly paused for a moment, and then with a Burst, the Chill surged towards Ace like a Storm, freezing the entire Street in the blink of an eye, and there was still a tendency to spread continuously to the surroundings.

Looking at the Scene in front of him, Ace's Gaze also focused. Obviously, the Weapon blocking them was quite strong, even terrifying.

"Boom!"

The next moment, Ace, who was burning, took the initiative to Attack. He couldn't be blocked here, after all, if he was blocked here, what about Tom!

He was going to find out from Tom what kind of Person that Man was!

The next second, an even more Freezing Cold Aura suddenly surged out from the front. In the Air, the Sound of cracking instantly became continuous, Ice Shards flew, and even the Water Molecule in the Air was frozen. The Terror Low Temperature instantly froze the burning Ace in the Sky, and Low Temperature Aura, like a Storm, swept across.

"Ace!"

Seeing this Scene, Deuce shouted in Terror. The Flame was frozen, he really couldn't imagine it.

Crack!

Before Deuce's Words could fall, the Ice Block that had frozen Ace suddenly shattered, and even more scorching Flames erupted.

"Phew! That was really dangerous!"

Ace, who had just escaped from the Ice, gasped for breath, without the slightest discouragement, even though he had been suppressed before even seeing his Opponent.

"Lucci, Tom's side..."

At the top of a Architecture in Water Seven, several Figures wearing Masks watched the scorching Sun rising in the direction of Tom's Workshop.

"No need to go, that's not an Opponent we can fight against, and..."

Lucci said, looking towards the Street where Ice and Fire were clashing, and fell into Silence.

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 458 Playing Around

"Flame Commandment·Fire Pillar!"

Ace, a Newcomer who knew nothing of failure, now had his fighting spirit ignited by the Flare-Flare Fruit.

It could be said that the as-yet unseen Weapon blocking his path was the strongest opponent he had encountered since setting out to sea, bar none.

Ace converted the Flame burning within his chest into a substantial, surging Fire Pillar, sweeping it forward across the empty Street.

"Logia Type Flare-Flare Fruit, huh? How very interesting."

On the other side of the Street, a tall Figure shouldered a Spiked Club, watching the approaching Flame with a Smile. As expected, the Grand Line was far too wonderful, much more interesting than the Antarctic Continent with only white and Penguins.

The surging Flame released by Ace crossed the Street with overwhelming force, and at the same time, he saw the 'Enemy'.

"A Woman?"

When Ace saw the Weapon blocking his path, he was directly dumbfounded.

Even the raging Flame around him involuntarily faltered. He had imagined all sorts of Enemies, but he had never considered that the Enemy would be a Woman, and a very beautiful Woman at that.

After all, on the Grand Line, there were very few truly Strongest Women, so Ace hadn't expected that the Weapon who had exchanged blows with him from afar and suppressed him would actually be a Woman.

…

Antarctic Continent, still a pure white World ravaged by Cold Wind and Blizzard.

However, the enormous Thunder God that had been raging on the Antarctic Continent had disappeared, replaced by a giant Thunder Cocoon standing on the Antarctic Continent.

Even from several miles away from the Thunder Cocoon, the sound of a Heartbeat could be heard from within the Cocoon, as if some Terror Creature was gestating within.

Beside the Cocoon was a majestic Warship, which, judging by the snow cover, had been stationed here for a long Time.

"Nicholas, Vistad and Yamato have gone to Water Seven. Yamato is very happy, after all, she's been in the boring South Pole for so long."

Bell-lin said with a Smile as she looked at the Thunder Cocoon in front of her, it seemed that chatting with the big Weapon in front of her was already Bell-lin's daily routine.

In response to Bell-lin's Words, the Thunder Cocoon flickered slightly.

"You don't need to worry about Yamato's Safety. After all, with everyone's Education, that child's own Potential has already been stimulated. Although there are still People on the Grand Line who can threaten that child, if that child wants to escape, no one can stop her.

Also, oh, I've already prepared the Gift for those Celestial Dragons, too. Their entire clan will definitely set off on their final journey in an orderly fashion."

Bell-lin said with a Smile, but the meaning in her Words was chilling.

…

"Are you looking down on Women, you bastard? Conqueror's Kingdom!"

Seeing Ace's expression and hearing Ace's Words, Yamato knew what Ace meant. Then, she directly raised the Spiked Club in her hand and unleashed a Conqueror's Kingdom at Ace.

"Buzz buzz buzz!"

Along with Yamato's Attack, there was a strange Sound in the Air, and a Terror Aura, wrapped in a lustrous white pillar-shaped impact, rushed towards Ace, instantly engulfing Ace.

"Ace!"

Watching Ace being engulfed by Yamato's Terror Attack, Deuce roared hoarsely. If Iceberg hadn't held him back, he would have already rushed over.

"Calm down, Mr. Deuce. Mr. Ace is a Logia-type Devil Fruit User, he won't be taken down so easily! What's more, facing that kind of Terror Opponent, you'll only be a Hindrance to Ace if you go!"

Iceberg grabbed Deuce's clothes, while his Gaze was fixed on the Attack that almost penetrated several Streets of Water Seven. One could imagine that after today, the reconstruction of these Streets in Water Seven would be a major project.

"Wow, that's really scary. Kaku, if you went up there, could you come back alive?"

Jabra gently stroked his Beard and said to Kaku, who was wearing a Mask beside him.

"Ah, probably die."

Kaku said frankly.

"But if you go, you'll also die, maybe even more miserably than me."

Kaku glanced at Jabra and said mercilessly.

"Lucci, what do we do next?"

Bruno, who had been silent all along, spoke. Their Mission in Water Seven was to investigate information about the Dark King, but the Situation was clearly beyond their ability to handle now.

The only response to him was Lucci's Silence. Obviously, the genius hailed as a once-in-a-century talent by CP9 was not Calm at Mood.

"That's really dangerous,"

Along with Ace's Voice, flames bloomed in the Sky, condensing into his Figure.

"But you're really strong! Then I'll have to go Full Power!"

Before Ace could finish speaking, a Spiked Club covered in blackness was already smashing down directly at his head in his Eyes.

Feeling the Dangerous Aura coming from the Spiked Club, Ace immediately jumped back and narrowly dodged Yamato's Attack.

"Observation Haki? I didn't expect you to have mastered it already in Paradise. But you shouldn't have mastered Armament Haki, right?"

Yamato slowly said, raising the Spiked Club from the Ground again and pointing it at Ace.

"Even without the Armament Haki you mentioned, I won't lose to you!"

Ace said with a Smile, but his Eyes were full of solemnity. Although Rouge couldn't teach him Haki, with Rouge's knowledge, he naturally knew about the three colors of Haki.

"Hoo! How confident."

Cold Wind blew, and the Ground was covered with a layer of Frost with cracking Sounds.

Yamato stood in place, her Eyes fixed on Ace in front of her.

Buzz!

Yamato's Figure appeared in front of Ace in an Instantaneous Movement like Lightning, and at the same time, her Fist covered in Armament Haki smashed mercilessly towards Ace's Face.

"Great Flame Commandment·Flame Emperor"

In the next moment, a huge Fireball appeared around Ace and instantly expanded, engulfing Yamato as well. After a moment, the Fireball dissipated, and Ace looked at Yamato not far away, wanting to know her Situation. After all, he hadn't fully mastered this move yet, and its Power was difficult to Control.

"Crack!"

Along with the Sound of Ice Layer shattering, in a short instant, a layer of Ice Shards scattered from Yamato's Body surface. "That stance, is it Zoan Type?"

"Whoosh!"

Before Ace could react, a crisp Sonic Boom sounded, and then Ace flew backwards instantly. Just as Ace wanted to adjust his Figure in the Sky, his Action suddenly froze, because a Figure came to his top almost by Instantaneous Movement and kicked down directly.

Ace's Form was suddenly crushed by an incomparably majestic force at this moment, directly smashing onto the Ground, smashing a Deep Pit into the Ground, and spider web-like Cracks spread around with Ace as the center. After a breath, Ace, who reappeared as Flame, stared at Yamato. He was very sure that this Woman's Strength was quite Terror, and even his Battle with her might just be more of playing around, and she hadn't shown her true Strength.

"Puru Puru~"

At this moment, suddenly a Den Den Mushi rang, and then Ace saw the Woman on the opposite side answer the Den Den Mushi. After simply saying a few Words, she directly shouldered the Spiked Club and turned to leave.

"Hey!"

Before Ace's Words could finish, an Attack exuding a chilling coldness had already arrived.

"Impatient Ice Fang"

These were the last Sounds Ace heard.

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 459 Invitation

"A Navy Warship discovered in the distance, should we steer clear of them? Ace."

Days later, on the Crow's Nest of the Spade Pirates' Ship, which had been completely refurbished in Water Seven, a Pirate responsible for observing the surroundings called out.

"Steer clear, there's no need to meet them."

Ace said without looking up, clearly the setback in Water Seven had been quite a blow to him. He had no interest in a close encounter with the Navy right now.

He really hadn't expected that woman's Strength to be so terrifying. Especially that last move; if he hadn't used Elementalization to evade in time, he probably would have been finished.

At the same time, he began to desperately crave Strength. After all, if he wasn't strong enough, what qualification did he have to stand before that guy who called himself the Pirate King and then land a solid Fist?

But after a while, the Pirate in the Crow's Nest shouted loudly again to Ace on the Deck below.

"Ace, it seems that Warship's target is us, they're sticking to us like glue!"

Ace was taken aback for a moment, then quickly jumped onto the Mast, came to the Crow's Nest, took the Telescope from the lookout beside him, and looked in the direction he indicated.

As the Telescope steadied, the Warship in the distance came into his Line of Sight.

"Looking at the Warship's configuration, it's at least a Vice Admiral-class. I'm not sure if it's from Marine Headquarters or a Branch Base, but judging by the Aura of those Marines on the Warship, it's likely a Marine Headquarters Vice Admiral."

Deuce, who had come to the Mast at some point, put down the Telescope and said to Ace with a serious expression.

Clearly, in the Navy, the difference between a Marine Headquarters Vice Admiral and a Branch Vice Admiral, though only a word, also represents a Gap in Strength.

"Should we prepare to attack?"

Deuce asked.

"Alert first, don't rush, the other side doesn't seem to have any hostility."

Ace said, frowning as he looked at the Warship opposite. If they were hostile, their Deck should already be bustling, and most importantly, the gun ports on the Warship weren't open, which meant the other side probably wouldn't engage them.

Deuce also nodded, agreeing with Ace's judgment. However, because the Distance was too far, he couldn't see what the People on the Deck of the opposing Warship looked like, and could only vaguely judge the Status of the People based on the Warship's size.

If they knew who was standing on the Deck of the other side, Ace and the others would probably wish they could leave at full speed.

Soon, the Warship caught up, and the Distance became closer and closer.

Ace frowned. At this point, the Distance between the two sides was already very close, and they were both within Cannon range of each other.

But the other side didn't Attack, obviously having other purposes.

"Stop the Pirate Ship, I want to see what they're going to do."

Ace suddenly said. Ace was still very confident in his Strength. After all, in the first half of the Grand Line, Logia Type almost represented Invincible.

Everyone was taken aback for a moment, but quickly did as he said.

In a short while, the Warship came alongside them and slowly stopped.

"Fire Fist Ace!"

A deep voice suddenly rang out, and then, a Figure appeared at the Ship's Railing of the Warship.

When they saw the speaker, everyone on the Spade Pirates' Ship couldn't help but be stunned. Although he was a blind man who couldn't see, the white Justice Coat behind him fluttered in the wind, and the Aura on his body was incredibly powerful, far exceeding any Marine they had seen before.

"Marine Headquarters Vice Admiral Issho!!!"

Deuce was a little numb. Was this the boss they could face at this stage?

They were going to be wiped out.

Looking at Fujitora who had appeared, Deuce's expression was very Complex. Although Ace was strong, in his opinion, facing Fujitora, a Marine Headquarters Vice Admiral whose Strength was even comparable to the Admirals, was not someone Ace could currently contend with.

"What business do you have!?"

Ace looked at Fujitora, his expression serious. Clearly, he also realized that this was a life-or-death moment for the Spade Pirates.

Facing Ace's impolite Words, Fujitora was not angry. Instead, he paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Mr. Garp was right, you are indeed a hot-tempered little guy."

Ace's Complexion changed slightly upon hearing this.

"So, were you sent by the old Masters to arrest me?"

Ace raised his head and asked Fujitora.

He knew very well that Garp, whom he regarded as his grandfather, had always hoped that he, Sabo, and Luffy could become Marines.

"Of course not. I came here specifically for a Mission, which is to invite you to become a Royal Shichibukai."

"Mr. Garp said that if you are unwilling to become a Marine, then becoming a Royal Shichibukai is your best choice."

Fujitora said calmly. Although Marine Headquarters' plan to abolish the Seven Warlords of the Sea had failed initially, he also knew that the failure of that Plan was due to the obstruction of the Five Elders.

"I will not become a Marine, and even less will I become a Royal Shichibukai!"

Ace stared at Fujitora and said in a deep voice.

"Just as Mr. Garp said, you really are an immature Weapon."

"I will walk down the path I have chosen Oneself. As for anything else, we'll talk about it when the time comes!"

Ace said firmly.

"If you're just playing around, you should stop while you're ahead! Being a Pirate is not child's play. This menace that keeps Ordinary People on the Grand Line up all night is not a good Thing!"

Fujitora's Tone became stern. Clearly, Garp had taken Care of him in the Navy, and he was unwilling to watch Garp's grandson embark on the path of a Pirate. For Garp, who had upheld Justice his entire life, this would be a complete stain.

"I'm not like those guys!"

Ace said firmly.

"Different!? You go tell those Ordinary People that you're different from those Pirates, do you think they'll believe you?"

Fujitora was a little angry.

"Whether they believe it or not is their business, what does it have to do with me? I just need to have a clear conscience."

Ace's stubborn temper also flared up.

"If that's the case, then why don't you use the Title of Adventurer to set sail!? The Kingdoms under the World Government should be able to register you, right! In the end, you guys are just a bunch of selfish guys."

Fujitora took a deep look at Ace, "In any case, take Care, and don't let Mr. Garp experience the grief of outliving his grandson."

"Next time we meet, we won't hold back, even if you are Mr. Garp's grandson, Ace!"

Ace's Complexion changed again, but he didn't say anything more.

As the Warship sailed away, the Atmosphere on the Spade Pirates' Pirate Ship became a bit strange.

"Ace, were they just now inviting you to join the Royal Shichibukai!?"

Deuce said blankly.

"Yeah."

Ace nodded.

"Royal Shichibukai is incredible! They are Pirates recognized by the World Government, possessing legal plundering Status. Every one of them is a famous Great Pirate. Why did you refuse! Do you know how many Benefits the Royal Shichibukai Status would bring to our Navigation?"

"Oh my god, you actually refused!"

Deuce shook Ace's Shoulder helplessly.

"Royal Shichibukai is nothing special. Don't forget our Target, we will become even more powerful figures than the Royal Shichibukai! We are going to be Pirate King!!!"

Ace's Words made everyone on the Ship open their mouths wide.

And a confident Smile appeared on Ace's Face. He would defeat that man and then become the Pirate King, and then tell the World that the Pirate King is nothing but Fart!

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 460: Won the Lottery

Marine Headquarters, Marineford.

"So, he still refused to join the Royal Shichibukai?"

Sengoku tapped his finger on the desk, his brow slightly furrowed.

Standing in front of his desk was Issho. Facing Sengoku's question, he calmly replied, "Yes, he refused."

"Hahahaha, that's just like that Kid's personality."

Garp, who was sitting on the sofa and routinely came to Sengoku's Office to freeload food and drinks, burst into laughter after hearing Fujitora's words.

"Garp, you bastard, what the hell are you laughing at!"

Seeing Garp's appearance, Sengoku said angrily.

"Ace is this year's most dazzling Supernova Pirate, and he's also a rather troublesome Logia Type. If we leave him unchecked, no one knows what kind of Existence he will grow into in the Future."

Sengoku said thoughtfully.

And Kuzan, who was dozing off on the sofa next to Garp, suddenly yawned, and then stood up just like that. "I heard he's a Flare-Flare Fruit Ability User? I'm very interested!"

The brief Words made Garp, who was originally laughing loudly, stop his Laughter and speak in a deep voice.

"Kuzan, a newcomer like Ace, doesn't need you to take action, does he?"

Ever since the Ohara incident, Garp had become somewhat unable to see through Kuzan. He used to be a spirited young man, with many of his Emotions written on his Face. But now, he was truly like his Fruit, wrapping himself in thick Ice Layers, making it impossible to fathom his Thoughts.

Aokiji waved his Hand and began to put away his eye mask. "Ara ara ara, Mr. Garp, you can't say that. Since he has decided to become a Pirate, then it's the same no matter who takes action. Moreover, the opponent is a Logia type Flare-Flare Fruit, which ordinary People can't handle. So, rest assured and leave it to me!"

At this time, Sengoku looked at Kuzan with a serious Complexion. "Alright, Kuzan, I'll leave this Thing to you. Since he refused the invitation to become a Royal Shichibukai, then he must have made his Resolve. Capturing him early is also a Good Thing. If we let him grow, there will be even greater Trouble."

Sengoku said, glancing at Garp. His last Words were directed at Garp, after all, back when the Royal Shichibukai were abolished, the World Government's attitude towards the Navy had already explained many Things.

Seeing that Garp didn't have much reaction, Sengoku waved his Hand at Kuzan. "Go, Kuzan."

"Yes."

After speaking, Kuzan turned and left.

Half a month later, on Sabaody Archipelago, Ace and others who had just landed on the Island were strolling down the street. After all, Ship Coating takes Time, and they also needed to relax.

Suddenly, Ace's footsteps abruptly stopped, and he turned his head to look at the bottom of a Tree beside him.

Under the Large Tree, a Figure was leaning there.

"I've been waiting for you for a long time, Fire Fist Ace."

A lazy Sound rang out.

"Admiral Aokiji?"

Ace turned his head and said solemnly.

Looking at Aokiji, Deuce directly fell silent and broke down. He had just seen Fujitora not long ago, and now Aokiji came. Would the next be Navy Marshal Sengoku and the other two Admirals of Marine Headquarters?

"Damn it, we really won the lottery."

"What's there to be afraid of! We are the Spade Pirates! Our Captain is Fire Fist Ace!"

"This is Admiral Aokiji, one of the Navy's three Admirals!"

Ace and Deuce both became vigilant. The Enemy in front of them was no ordinary Person. A moment of carelessness could lead to total annihilation!

As Aokiji walked over, the surrounding temperature suddenly dropped.

Ace's Expression changed slightly. Ice again? Ace inexplicably thought of the super-bodied, tall Woman he met in Water Seven.

However, feeling the changes in the surrounding environment, Flames began to burn in some parts of his Form.

As the Flames burned, the temperature began to rise, making the Crew member's Complexions much better. After all, the Pressure brought by Aokiji was enormous.

Aokiji lazily looked at the Flames on Ace's Form, not surprised, but somewhat languidly said, "Devil Fruit Ability, it just so happens to counter mine."

He stepped forward step by step, the oppressive Feel of a Top-Tier Powerhouse from the Grand Line crushing towards everyone, causing the Spade Pirates Crew to change color.

"Crack!"

Along with the Sound of Ice spreading, a Crew member's feet were directly frozen by Ice, revealing a panicked Expression.

"Ace!"

The latter's Expression changed, and he quickly roared, "You all step back! Mirror Flame!"

In the next moment, the Flames on his Form suddenly Burst like a Wall, rising with a bang, and colliding with the incoming Ice Aura.

"Flame Upper Cut!"

After his Crew member all retreated to a Safe Place, Ace activated his Ability again, and suddenly a large area of Flames trapped himself and Aokiji within it.

"Oh, to protect your Companion? Pirate? But this kind of Action is Futile in front of me."

Kuzan looked up at the Wall of Flames around him and said to Ace, while a cold Aura spread out from his Form.

Chi chi chi chi!

Ice was instantly evaporated, and a large amount of white Fog frantically diffused around in the collision of Ice and Fire. Suddenly, a large amount of Water vapor made the area between the two people a vast expanse of white.

However, soon the cold air current passed through the Fog and condensed the Water Molecule in the Fog, causing the area to abnormally snow.

"Ace can't possibly be that Weapon's Opponent!"

"That's Admiral Aokiji!"

"Hurry up and think of a way, Ace might not be able to hold on for long."

Deuce and others looked nervously at the Wall of Flames and said. Obviously, they admitted that Ace was very Strongest, but none of them would believe that the current Ace could defeat Aokiji.

However, they couldn't help in any way, and they couldn't even intervene in the Battle between the two.

Logia-type Devil Fruit User battles, this kind of Destructive Power that surpasses ordinary People's imagination, and the huge range affected by the Ability, makes even approaching a luxury for ordinary People.

Ordinary Person encountering such a scene can only retreat. Once caught in it, there is only a dead end. After all, the Battle between Logia-type Devil Fruit User is no different from a Natural Disaster.

"Cross Fire!"

In the Place, Ace's low roar came, and the scorching Aura on his Form was boiling, continuously spreading outwards.

Aokiji's Complexion was Calm, just standing there. The raging Flames seemed to have no Existence in front of him at all.

"At such an age, to possess such Strength..."

"It's such a pity to be a Pirate!"

Ace heard it, and his Eyes changed. "If I don't become a Pirate, should I become a lackey of the World Government!? If you Navy dared to directly oppose that group of ugly Weapons in the World Government, instead of being accomplices, then why couldn't I be a Marine!?"

In the next moment, Ace stepped forward abruptly, then clenched his Fist, and the Flames above his Fist suddenly rotated, rapidly enlarging and becoming the shape of a Fist.

"Fire Fist!"

With a bang, the Fire Fist charged towards Aokiji in front.

Facing the surging Fire Fist, Aokiji just raised his Palm in Place, and then the majestic Armament Haki directly burst out of his Form, easily blocking the Attack of the Fire Fist.

"What a Naive Weapon. But since you have chosen this path, have you made the Resolve to pay the Cost?"

When the Fire Fist was blocked, a cold Aura suddenly came from behind, and a large Hand was also placed on his Shoulder.

"When!"

In this instant, Ace's scalp went numb. The opponent's Speed was too fast, so fast that he didn't even have Time to React.

"Flame..."

"Crack crack crack!"

Before Ace's Words could fall, the cold Aura had already swept in, and in a moment, it covered his Shoulder. At the same Time, the strangeness coming from his Shoulder also interrupted his Elementalization.

In just a breath, Ace's Shoulder, his entire Arm, including his Form, were frozen.

At this moment, Ace finally realized the Difference between himself and the Strongest Combat Power on this Grand Line. This was not an Existence of the same level at all.

His current Bounty was indeed very high in the first half of the Grand Line, but the opponent was among the Strongest People in the World. The two were not on the same level at all.

Ice was rapidly covering him, and a feeling of suffocation made it difficult for Ace to even breathe.

At this moment, unable to Elementalization, even the Aura he inhaled into his nostrils seemed to carry a chilling cold.

As a Flare-Flare Fruit Ability User, he actually felt cold.

Originally, Ace thought that even if he couldn't defeat the opponent, it wouldn't be so easy for the opponent to do anything to him. After all, although Ice and Fire countered each other, Flame still had an Advantage to some extent. But at this Time, he realized that he was too Naive.

"Haki, Battle experience, Physical Prowess, in these Aspects, you are still far behind. With such Strength, even if you are a Logia Type entering the New World, you will only end up as Cannon Fodder. After all, in the New World, powerhouses who have mastered Haki are as numerous as crucian carp crossing the river. Logia Type does not mean Invincible."

When Ace was completely frozen in Ice,

Aokiji's Sound slowly came.

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 461 Our Captain is Coming Back Soon

"Whether it's suitable or not, it's not for a Weapon like you to decide!"

As Aokiji removed his palm, the Armament Haki that had been suppressing his Elementalization also disappeared. Gritting his teeth, Ace's voice trembled.

He exerted all his Strength, and Flame reignited. Soon, his Body felt warmth, and the chilling cold was quickly dispelled.

Along with Ace's Words, a Giant Fire Pillar rose from the ground, melting the Ice on his Body and temporarily forcing Aokiji back.

"I am going to become the Pirate King! I will defeat all those Weapons in the New World!"

As the cold was driven away, Ace's Words gradually gained Strength.

The Flame on his Body grew more and more intense, the crimson Flame burning and distorting the surrounding Air.

It could be said that at this moment, Ace no longer dared to be careless in the slightest and went Full Power directly.

The Two people formed a Stand-off again.

"In terms of Devil Fruit Ability alone, you are indeed considered powerful, even far exceeding your current Bounty."

Aokiji said indifferently.

"But, that's all there is to it. What else can you bring to the table without your Fruit?"

Then, Kuzan's Figure disappeared again. In just an instant, he appeared at Ace's side, his right foot sweeping out mercilessly.

Buzz! The Air vibrated. Watching Kuzan's Attack, Ace's Pupil involuntarily constricted, and he raised his right Arm to block Aokiji's Attack.

"Blaze!"

Raging Flame instantly burned on his Arm, parrying Aokiji's kick. Aokiji kicked into the Flame, expressionless. Then, with a wave of his Right Hand, Cold Air gathered in his right Arm, and an Ice Bird suddenly charged towards Ace, who was close at hand.

Ace seemed to be aware of it as well. Almost at the instant the Pheasant Beak charged towards him, he raised his other Arm and roared, "Mirror Flame!"

Scorching Flame suddenly appeared, forming a Wall of Flame, fiercely blocking the front.

The Pheasant Beak collided with the Wall of Flame, immediately producing a violent collision.

Aokiji frowned slightly, feeling the opponent's Devil Fruit Ability's restraint against him.

Flame can prevent the formation of Ice, which is undoubtedly the greatest restraint.

However, this restraint is completely insignificant in the face of the Gap in Strength.

The next moment, Kuzan's Attack came again.

Buzz! A kick covered in Armament Haki came again.

Ace's hands burned with Flame as he blocked in front of him, but what made his Complexion change was that the Power of this kick sent him flying directly, rolling dozens of meters on the ground before stopping.

"Elementalization is actually useless! This Weapon's Haki!"

Emotion surged in Ace's heart. In Water Seven, he was completely crushed by his Opponent, and now he was still being crushed by his Opponent. The Logia Type he was so proud of didn't seem to be so Invincible.

"Compared to the Complex Situation of the New World, you are still too naive."

Aokiji's Sound rang out.

He started to get Seriously.

"Now, do you recognize the Gap between us?"

Aokiji's Sound came, and Ace's Eyes were extremely solemn.

Indeed, at his current stage, facing a Navy Admiral, the Navy's top Combat Power, he really had no way to deal with it.

However, just as Aokiji took a few steps forward, he suddenly stopped. At the same time, his Complexion suddenly changed. His somewhat lazy expression became serious and solemn.

Ace was stunned. He quickly judged that the opponent's change was not because of him, and he suddenly turned his head.

He didn't know when, but three Figures had appeared within his Flame Upper Cut.

He was particularly familiar with one of the Figures.

"Kuzan, long time no see."

A rough Sound rang out, echoing in the Air. Those who didn't know would have thought that the person in front of them had a very good relationship with this Navy Admiral.

"Vistad!"

Aokiji uttered the Person's name, his Eyes fixed on the Opponent.

"Why are you here? This Place shouldn't be a Place for you to appear."

As for Kuzan's Reaction, Vistad didn't care that much, and just casually said, "I'm just here to send a Friend to Fish-Man Island. Do you look like you want to start a war with me here?"

The Flame Upper Cut, which had been withdrawn at some point, also allowed everyone from the Spade Pirates present to hear those Words.

It was precisely because they heard these Words that everyone was very surprised.

The Spade Pirates Crew didn't recognize this Weapon who spoke to Aokiji without any mercy, but they could see the solemn expression on Aokiji's Face.

Obviously, this Man who suddenly appeared was definitely very strong, even strong enough to make a Navy Admiral have to go Full Power.

Just standing there Calmly, Vistad didn't make any other Action, but Aokiji's Complexion kept changing.

Kuzan naturally knew what this Weapon Vistad represented. Although Thunder God Nicholas had disappeared for many years, his Crew members were still the Navy's key focus, especially this Weapon in front of him. Although his News had rarely been heard on the Grand Line recently.

But Kuzan was very clear that this Person in front of him was an Existence enough to be on par with those Sea Emperors.

"Oh right, Kuzan, there's one more Thing!"

A Calm Sound came from Vistad's mouth, while Aokiji's Eyes flickered, not knowing what Thing Vistad wanted to say to him.

"Help me bring a Words to Sengoku."

"What Words?"

Aokiji looked at Vistad with a solemn expression. Obviously, a Person of Vistad's level was enough to attract sufficient attention from the Navy.

"Tell him, our Captain is Coming Back Soon."

Vistad said Seriously, his Tone filled with undisguised joy.

When Kuzan heard Vistad's Words, his Brain buzzed, his mind went blank, and he was a little stunned.

Then he took a deep look at Vistad, Yamato beside him, and the Fishman Shipwright Tom, as if to firmly engrave their Figures in his Brain.

Then he turned around and left directly, without any hesitation.

The Thing Vistad said was really too big. He could already imagine how terrifying Giant Wave would be stirred up in this already Turmoil Grand Line if this Thing spread.

Moreover, in Sabaody Archipelago, fighting against a Weapon like Vistad was a joke.

"Huff!"

Seeing Aokiji leave, the Spade Pirates Crew collectively breathed a sigh of relief. Ace even turned his doubtful Gaze towards Yamato and Vistad.

"Who are you? Why did you help us?"

Facing Ace's question, Vistad turned his head. His arrogant Eyes looked at Ace, and a strange Pressure suddenly enveloped the latter, causing Ace's Body to tremble.

"Help you?"

The rough voice contained coldness and indifference, making people's hearts involuntarily tighten.

"Are you Misunderstanding something? I just came to say Greeting to Kuzan and ask him to bring a Words by the way."

After saying that, Vistad turned around and left with Yamato and Tom.

They still had to visit two Acquaintance in Shambles and also settle the Thing about Coated Ship. After all, they were going to Fish-Man Island, and it would be very Trouble without a Coated Ship.

As Vistad and the others left, the Spade Pirates Member present were stunned again, their Faces filled with deep doubt.

After all, a Person who could force a Navy Admiral Aokiji to retreat with just Words couldn't possibly be an unknown Person.

"Boss Deuce, who exactly is that Weapon?"

Ensign Iska walked over and muttered.

"Hey, you're a Marine!? If you don't know who that Weapon is, how could we possibly know?"

Deuce also said with a helpless Look.

"I don't know about that Weapon, but I recognize that Fishman."

Wallace, the Fish-Man Race in the Spade Pirates Crew, spoke up.

"Wallace, you recognize him?"

Deuce, Ensign Iska, and the other Spade Pirates Crew Member all looked at Wallace.

"Yes, that Person is the Legend Shipwright we were looking for in Water Seven, Master Shipwright Tom."

"If that Fishman is Master Shipwright Tom, then that Man is the Weapon from that night, plus the Woman who stopped me and Ace..."

Deuce seemed to have grasped Anything.

Ace also narrowed his Gaze, a thoughtful Look on his Face. Soon, he laughed again, "It doesn't matter. As long as we are on this Grand Line, there will always be a time to meet again. Now, we should do our own Thing!"

(End of Chapter)