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Chapter 639
Chapter 637: Zephyr's Changes So Far!
‘Golden Lion’ Shiki was an unruly fellow, one who even refused face when offered it.
Ever since he rejected the olive branch extended by the World Government before, he had been kept in the ‘Infinite Hell’ on the lowest level of Impel Down, wearing a ‘Pet Collar’.
Only when his Ability was needed to grant floating capabilities to the Air Force Headquarters’ Warships would he be brought out for a stroll, incidentally seeing some rare Sunlight.
That’s why Im called him a ‘Float-Float Tool’.
In terms of being a ‘Tool Character’, Shiki was even more so than Teach, who had become ‘Graybeard’.
At least the latter’s personal Freedom wasn’t greatly restricted.
To be honest, if this Situation continued, there would only be two possible Results for Shiki.
One was that as the Star Gates continued to open, the World Government would find an Ability or Technology from one of the Otherworlds that could replace the Float-Float Fruit and make Substance float.
In that case, Shiki, having lost his Value, would have his Devil Fruit Ability ‘extracted’ by Redfield using the Lucky-Lucky Fruit Ability, and then die within Impel Down.
The second was a small idea Im had before: That was, after obtaining the Op-Op Fruit Ability, directly find a loyal person to swap Minds with Shiki.
This way, they might obtain an obedient ‘Golden Lion’.
But he hadn’t expected that after three years, this guy would actually bow his Head.
As for those Requirements, in Im’s view, they were merely stubbornness to regain some face.
“Reporting to Lord Imu, Shiki has put forward three Requirements.”
“First, cure his Head and restore his state to its prime. Second, remove the ‘Pet Collar’ from his Neck and return his personal Freedom. Third, give him the Position of Air Force Headquarters Marshal.”
“He also said that if necessary, he can have a one-on-one Duel with the current Air Force Headquarters Marshal.”
“If he wins, the Fleet Admiral is his, but if he loses, he is willing to serve as an Admiral (Air Force Headquarters) and obey deployment.”
After listening, Im was instantly speechless, thinking to himself.
“The first two Requirements are fine, but the last one is excessive. This guy really thinks highly of himself.”
Anyone with a brain could figure it out.
Whether it was the Fleet Admiral of the Air Force or the Fleet Admirals of the other two Military branches, the World Government would never appoint someone with a Pirate criminal record.
This Shiki doesn’t seem like a fool.
Or is the impact of the Ship Rudder stuck in his Head really that significant?
“But letting Zephyr Duel a fully recovered Shiki doesn’t seem very reliable either…”
Im rubbed his smooth Chin, pondering the Matter.
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn on the other end of the Transponder Snail patiently waited for him to make a Decision.
Zephyr’s Asthma had been cured under the treatment of Medical Academy Dean Dr. Kureha.
His understanding and utilization of Life Return had also greatly improved under Muzan Kibutsuji’s Guidance.
He could also perform incredible Matter like Limb Regeneration.
And in terms of Armament Haki.
With the Internal Disclosure of all Technique Cultivation methods, he had also successfully mastered the ‘Internal Destruction’ Technique.
Looking at it this way, Zephyr’s current Strength was far stronger than his ‘Canon’ counterpart.
Logically speaking, fighting a Shiki who had been weakened for three years and whose Head had just recovered, there shouldn’t be much of a problem.
But influenced by his preconceived notions, specifically Im’s impression of the ‘Canon’, it made it difficult for him to believe that Zephyr would definitely win against Shiki.
Otherwise, once Zephyr suffers Defeat, would the World Government have to keep the Promise and give the Air Force Headquarters Marshal Position to Shiki?
That definitely wouldn’t do!
“Tell him that the Air Force Headquarters Marshal Position definitely has nothing to do with him. He can refuse, and then continue to live in ‘Infinite Hell’.”
After a moment of silence, Im finally spoke his Decision.
“If he agrees, then given that he actively requested to join the World Government, the World Government can give him one Challenge opportunity.”
“Marine Headquarters ‘Iron Fist’ Admiral Garp, Command Department Honorary Admiral Edward Newgate, he can choose either one as his Opponent.”
“If he wins, he can directly serve as an Admiral (Air Force Headquarters), but if he loses, he will only be given the Epithet of Air Force Headquarters Admiral Candidate and the Vice Admiral Rank.”
“Finally, tell him that if he dares to defect or disobey Order after regaining Freedom, the World Government will not give him a second chance.”
“Yes, I will obey your Imperial Will!”
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn on the other end of the Golden Transponder Snail, after listening to Lord Imu’s Order, respectfully replied with lowered eyes and gently hung up the call.
At the same time, while Im was dealing with these unexpected Matter, the Battle Situation in the East Blue of the Imperial Arms World was becoming increasingly intense.
“Huff—huff—huff—”
Kuzan stood among the dilapidated Icebergs, where Cracks were visible everywhere, looking quite disheveled as he repeatedly took deep, heavy breaths.
He gently wiped a trickle of Blood from the Corner of his Mouth, a somewhat bitter Smile appearing on his face.
“Now I’ve really run into Big Trouble. I should have known to call Minister Tsuru before coming, to thank her for her past care and adoption…”
He saw that within the thick Dark Clouds, the majestic Old Azure Dragon, surrounded by lightning and Thunder, was still slowly circling overhead.
The key was the ‘White Walls’ that seemed indestructible, completely unaffected no matter how they were attacked.
Even the towering and solid layers of Icebergs found it difficult to stop them from closing in.
They had already crushed the icebergs and icy ground along the way, closing in to about one or two kilometers away from him.
Kuzan knew, once they completely closed in, it would be the moment he was Capture Alive.
So he had been forcefully attacking Heimalin’s location before, attempting to escape from that side.
But Heimalin wasn’t a fool either. After understanding the Divine Dragon’s Intentions, it directly disappeared into the Deep Sea.
At the same time, it fully controlled the vast Seawater nearby.
Manufacturing wave after wave of Super Tsunami and Super Water Spout.
Tightly Intercepting all of Kuzan’s surprise attacks and the surging Cold Air he released.
Finally, this Heimalin actually suppressed the resentment in its Heart towards Kuzan.
It directly gave up the Space for fighting him, allowing the Old Divine Dragon to seal off the Entrance/Exit here with ‘White Walls’.
While it itself waited nearby, to prevent him from breaking free from inside.
It was clear that these two Super Dangerous Beasts were determined to make Kuzan a Captive, and use this as an important bargaining chip for Negotiations with the World Government.
It was just the same Principle.
Kuzan himself absolutely cannot accept this outcome. If it really comes to that, he would rather die in battle in this Ocean of the Otherworld.
“Ararara, Borsalino, Borsalino, I treated you to meals quite a bit before, can you hurry up and come? I can’t hold on much longer here…”
Kuzan sighed towards the Sky.
But he also knew this possibility was small. Even if he was faster, what could he do? Hmm?
Suddenly, just as his words fell, the dark Sky that was originally completely covered by Dark Clouds, Instantly pierced through by one after another dazzling Golden Beams of Light.
This not only made Kuzan’s Sense of Sight light up, but also brightened up the Heaven and Earth.
“Who’s there!”
The Old Divine Dragon suddenly raised its Dragon Head and looked towards the higher Sky.
But was forced by the overly dazzling Golden Light to close its Eyes, and could only Support on Mental Power to Perception the outside Situation.
“Are you alright, Kuzan-yo~ These two Big Monsters look really scary-yo~”
At this moment, an Un hurried, drawn-out, lazy voice entered the ears of everyone present.
“Yasakani Sacred Jewel!”
In an instant, Dense beams of Flash, dragging long fiery tails, poured down across the sky like a torrential downpour…
(End of Chapter)
‘Golden Lion’ Shiki was an unruly fellow, one who even refused face when offered it.
Ever since he rejected the olive branch extended by the World Government before, he had been kept in the ‘Infinite Hell’ on the lowest level of Impel Down, wearing a ‘Pet Collar’.
Only when his Ability was needed to grant floating capabilities to the Air Force Headquarters’ Warships would he be brought out for a stroll, incidentally seeing some rare Sunlight.
That’s why Im called him a ‘Float-Float Tool’.
In terms of being a ‘Tool Character’, Shiki was even more so than Teach, who had become ‘Graybeard’.
At least the latter’s personal Freedom wasn’t greatly restricted.
To be honest, if this Situation continued, there would only be two possible Results for Shiki.
One was that as the Star Gates continued to open, the World Government would find an Ability or Technology from one of the Otherworlds that could replace the Float-Float Fruit and make Substance float.
In that case, Shiki, having lost his Value, would have his Devil Fruit Ability ‘extracted’ by Redfield using the Lucky-Lucky Fruit Ability, and then die within Impel Down.
The second was a small idea Im had before: That was, after obtaining the Op-Op Fruit Ability, directly find a loyal person to swap Minds with Shiki.
This way, they might obtain an obedient ‘Golden Lion’.
But he hadn’t expected that after three years, this guy would actually bow his Head.
As for those Requirements, in Im’s view, they were merely stubbornness to regain some face.
“Reporting to Lord Imu, Shiki has put forward three Requirements.”
“First, cure his Head and restore his state to its prime. Second, remove the ‘Pet Collar’ from his Neck and return his personal Freedom. Third, give him the Position of Air Force Headquarters Marshal.”
“He also said that if necessary, he can have a one-on-one Duel with the current Air Force Headquarters Marshal.”
“If he wins, the Fleet Admiral is his, but if he loses, he is willing to serve as an Admiral (Air Force Headquarters) and obey deployment.”
After listening, Im was instantly speechless, thinking to himself.
“The first two Requirements are fine, but the last one is excessive. This guy really thinks highly of himself.”
Anyone with a brain could figure it out.
Whether it was the Fleet Admiral of the Air Force or the Fleet Admirals of the other two Military branches, the World Government would never appoint someone with a Pirate criminal record.
This Shiki doesn’t seem like a fool.
Or is the impact of the Ship Rudder stuck in his Head really that significant?
“But letting Zephyr Duel a fully recovered Shiki doesn’t seem very reliable either…”
Im rubbed his smooth Chin, pondering the Matter.
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn on the other end of the Transponder Snail patiently waited for him to make a Decision.
Zephyr’s Asthma had been cured under the treatment of Medical Academy Dean Dr. Kureha.
His understanding and utilization of Life Return had also greatly improved under Muzan Kibutsuji’s Guidance.
He could also perform incredible Matter like Limb Regeneration.
And in terms of Armament Haki.
With the Internal Disclosure of all Technique Cultivation methods, he had also successfully mastered the ‘Internal Destruction’ Technique.
Looking at it this way, Zephyr’s current Strength was far stronger than his ‘Canon’ counterpart.
Logically speaking, fighting a Shiki who had been weakened for three years and whose Head had just recovered, there shouldn’t be much of a problem.
But influenced by his preconceived notions, specifically Im’s impression of the ‘Canon’, it made it difficult for him to believe that Zephyr would definitely win against Shiki.
Otherwise, once Zephyr suffers Defeat, would the World Government have to keep the Promise and give the Air Force Headquarters Marshal Position to Shiki?
That definitely wouldn’t do!
“Tell him that the Air Force Headquarters Marshal Position definitely has nothing to do with him. He can refuse, and then continue to live in ‘Infinite Hell’.”
After a moment of silence, Im finally spoke his Decision.
“If he agrees, then given that he actively requested to join the World Government, the World Government can give him one Challenge opportunity.”
“Marine Headquarters ‘Iron Fist’ Admiral Garp, Command Department Honorary Admiral Edward Newgate, he can choose either one as his Opponent.”
“If he wins, he can directly serve as an Admiral (Air Force Headquarters), but if he loses, he will only be given the Epithet of Air Force Headquarters Admiral Candidate and the Vice Admiral Rank.”
“Finally, tell him that if he dares to defect or disobey Order after regaining Freedom, the World Government will not give him a second chance.”
“Yes, I will obey your Imperial Will!”
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn on the other end of the Golden Transponder Snail, after listening to Lord Imu’s Order, respectfully replied with lowered eyes and gently hung up the call.
At the same time, while Im was dealing with these unexpected Matter, the Battle Situation in the East Blue of the Imperial Arms World was becoming increasingly intense.
“Huff—huff—huff—”
Kuzan stood among the dilapidated Icebergs, where Cracks were visible everywhere, looking quite disheveled as he repeatedly took deep, heavy breaths.
He gently wiped a trickle of Blood from the Corner of his Mouth, a somewhat bitter Smile appearing on his face.
“Now I’ve really run into Big Trouble. I should have known to call Minister Tsuru before coming, to thank her for her past care and adoption…”
He saw that within the thick Dark Clouds, the majestic Old Azure Dragon, surrounded by lightning and Thunder, was still slowly circling overhead.
The key was the ‘White Walls’ that seemed indestructible, completely unaffected no matter how they were attacked.
Even the towering and solid layers of Icebergs found it difficult to stop them from closing in.
They had already crushed the icebergs and icy ground along the way, closing in to about one or two kilometers away from him.
Kuzan knew, once they completely closed in, it would be the moment he was Capture Alive.
So he had been forcefully attacking Heimalin’s location before, attempting to escape from that side.
But Heimalin wasn’t a fool either. After understanding the Divine Dragon’s Intentions, it directly disappeared into the Deep Sea.
At the same time, it fully controlled the vast Seawater nearby.
Manufacturing wave after wave of Super Tsunami and Super Water Spout.
Tightly Intercepting all of Kuzan’s surprise attacks and the surging Cold Air he released.
Finally, this Heimalin actually suppressed the resentment in its Heart towards Kuzan.
It directly gave up the Space for fighting him, allowing the Old Divine Dragon to seal off the Entrance/Exit here with ‘White Walls’.
While it itself waited nearby, to prevent him from breaking free from inside.
It was clear that these two Super Dangerous Beasts were determined to make Kuzan a Captive, and use this as an important bargaining chip for Negotiations with the World Government.
It was just the same Principle.
Kuzan himself absolutely cannot accept this outcome. If it really comes to that, he would rather die in battle in this Ocean of the Otherworld.
“Ararara, Borsalino, Borsalino, I treated you to meals quite a bit before, can you hurry up and come? I can’t hold on much longer here…”
Kuzan sighed towards the Sky.
But he also knew this possibility was small. Even if he was faster, what could he do? Hmm?
Suddenly, just as his words fell, the dark Sky that was originally completely covered by Dark Clouds, Instantly pierced through by one after another dazzling Golden Beams of Light.
This not only made Kuzan’s Sense of Sight light up, but also brightened up the Heaven and Earth.
“Who’s there!”
The Old Divine Dragon suddenly raised its Dragon Head and looked towards the higher Sky.
But was forced by the overly dazzling Golden Light to close its Eyes, and could only Support on Mental Power to Perception the outside Situation.
“Are you alright, Kuzan-yo~ These two Big Monsters look really scary-yo~”
At this moment, an Un hurried, drawn-out, lazy voice entered the ears of everyone present.
“Yasakani Sacred Jewel!”
In an instant, Dense beams of Flash, dragging long fiery tails, poured down across the sky like a torrential downpour…
(End of Chapter)
