Kizaru frowned as he watched Pryce, who was growing more and more formidable in battle.
When Pryce first entered the fight, it was clear he was a novice—full of potential but lacking practical combat experience!
However, as the battle between Pryce and Kizaru dragged on, Pryce began to accumulate combat experience rapidly! Kizaru, who had initially been in control, now found himself in a difficult position. After all, two powerful figures, Silvers Rayleigh and Marco, were still watching him closely!
At that moment, a Pacifista suddenly emerged, heading straight toward Luffy and the others. Pryce leaped into the air, delivering a fierce kick aimed at Kizaru face. But Kizaru effortlessly blocked it with a raised hand.
Seizing the opportunity, the two tacitly disengaged from the fight. Continuing the battle at this point would only lead to unfavorable outcomes for both sides.
"Stand down, Pacifista! Without the old man orders, you are not to attack them!" shouted Sentomaru, who had been helped up by arriving Marine reinforcements, at the Pacifista heading toward Luffy and his crew.
After all, Kizaru had earlier stated that he would handle this himself.
But to Sentomaru surprise, the Pacifista ignored his command. Soon, he noticed something unusual about this particular Pacifista.
The book it carried was different from the others.
"Bartholomew Kuma!"
"What are you doing here?" Sentomaru roared.
Pryce also noticed this unique "Pacifista" and decided to halt his attack.
This was part of the storyline, after all.
Pryce didn't want to interfere with the Straw Hat crew journey to grow stronger.
"I've been ordered to eliminate the Straw Hat Pirates," Kuma said without turning back, walking toward Zoro, who was closest to him.
Even though Zoro was severely injured, he still pushed Usopp behind him to protect him.
"What a deeply bonded pirate crew!" said the Shichibukai Tyrant Kuma as he stood before Zoro, slowly removing his gloves.
"No!"
"Don't hurt them!" Luffy cried out in despair, watching as Kuma stood in front of Zoro.
"Don't let your captain down!"
"Let me send you to a better place" Kuma said softly.
Zoro, who had just drawn his sword, was caught off guard and instantly sent flying by Kuma's paw-covered hand. In an instant, he vanished.
"What are you doing?"
"Kuma, you're only causing trouble for yourself!" Sentomaru shouted.
"I'm only doing what I believe is right" Kuma replied, turning his head with a gentle smile.
In the next moment, Usopp, tears and snot streaming down his face, was also sent flying without hesitation by Kuma massive paw-covered hand.
At this point, Rayleigh couldn't hold back any longer. The young pirates he had been protecting were now being sent flying for no apparent reason.
Just as Sentomaru was about to force himself to act despite his injuries, Kizaru landed beside him.
"Let Kuma handle this."
"Focus on recovering" Kizaru said with a frown.
"But, old man..." Sentomaru murmured.
"No buts. Too many eyes are on us right now."
"Don't act rashly!" Admiral Kizaru interrupted Sentomaru words with a serious tone.
Hearing this, Sentomaru had no choice but to sit back down.
Rayleigh swung his long sword and slashed towards the Tyrant Kuma.
Without turning his head, Kuma deflected Rayleigh blade with a single palm.
In the moment they passed each other.
"I am a cadre of the Revolutionary Army, sent undercover into the World Government!"
"And Luffy is Dragon's son!" Kuma whispered to Rayleigh in an instant.
Rayleigh frowned, watching as Kuma continued to walk expressionlessly towards Nami and Chopper. Rayleigh hesitated for a moment but ultimately stood between Kizaru and Kuma.
Admiral Kizaru watched this sudden turn of events with a dark expression. It seems this Kuma has some secrets!
In the next moment, amidst Luffy cries, Nami, Chopper, Franky, and Robin were all sent flying by Kuma palm, disappearing without a trace! By this point, Luffy's eyes were filled with despair, his voice hoarse.
Pryce sighed, looking at Luffy, who was kneeling on the ground, overwhelmed with grief. This scene truly moves me every time I see it!
After sending everyone away, Kuma swayed his massive body and walked up to Luffy.
"Why!"
"Why did you take my friends away?" Luffy sobbed as he asked.
"Child, you'll understand in time!"
"Farewell!" The Tyrant Kuma spoke with surprising gentleness.
In the next moment, a massive palm came down, and Luffy vanished from everyone's sight.
"Old man, is this alright?"
"You're definitely going to be held accountable for this later!" Sentomaru said helplessly to Kizaru, who stood beside him.
"Kid, remember, no matter what, your life comes first!" Kizaru patted Sentomaru shoulder as he spoke.
At this moment, Kid slowly emerged from the oppressive aura of Pryce Conqueror's Haki. Killer also stumbled over.
"Captain, let's get out of here!"
"This place isn't safe!" Killer supported the trembling Kid as he spoke seriously.
Kid clenched his fist tightly, glaring at Pryce, who sat not far away.
Though his heart was filled with humiliation, Kid knew that he was no match for Pryce at this moment!
Meanwhile, Law was carried away by Bepo, who had rushed over, sprinting into the distance.
"Ah, what a pity!" Law sighed from Bepo back.
"What's wrong, Captain?"
"We survived, didn't we?" The talking polar bear said cheerfully.
"I mean, it's a pity about Straw Hat!"
"He seemed like a decent guy!" Law looked up at the sky with a worried expression.
"Don't worry, Captain!"
"When I passed by earlier, I could sense that the Warlord, the Tyrant Kuma, didn't have any killing intent!" Bepo said earnestly.
"Well, I hope we can meet him again someday!" Law had no choice but to let it go.
Admiral Kizaru watched as everyone scattered and fled, taking no action.
"Old man?"
"Let it be for now!" Kizaru said directly.
Pryce stood there with a grin, eager to watch a good show!
Admiral Kizaru sighed as he looked at Pryce and Marco standing there without a care in the world. On his own, there was no way he could stop these two.
Looks like he was really going to get scolded this time!
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