How can I become the Pirate King if you don’t work hard?.

Chapter 296 Even Knight Gawain's ship deserves to be slain!
Cavendish turned his head in a daze.

What came into view was a figure enveloped in a crimson aura.

"This is...killing intent?!"

His tone was somewhat incredulous.

Anyone who has participated in fierce battles and whose hands have taken lives will unconsciously exude a predator-like aura.

But just how many people must one kill, how many battles must one survive, to accumulate such a murderous aura...?

To this extent, almost tangible?
At this moment.

Cavendish's limbs stiffened as he faced Crow's murderous intent, yet he still instinctively gripped the long sword at his waist.

This guy... is really strong!
They are stronger than any opponent I have ever faced!

"With this kind of intimidation, you're definitely not an unknown figure. When did someone like you appear on the high seas?!"

Kro didn't reply, but loosened his tie and said coldly:

"Whose head did you just say you wanted to take?!"

"Knight High..."

boom!
Cavendish was struck by Kro's kick before he could finish speaking. The immense force contorted his expression, and he was sent flying like a cannonball.

boom!
boom!
boom!
Amidst a series of impacts, several giant trees lined up in a straight line crashed down.

Dust and smoke filled the air.

Cavendish felt as if he had been hit head-on by a warship, and several of his ribs were broken.

He struggled to his feet and looked up into the distance.

All that could be seen was grayish-white dust.

As could be seen from the perception transmitted by the olfactory light, that god-like figure was slowly approaching.

Step by step.

His steps were steady and powerful, like a fierce beast teasing its prey, while he himself was the snack on the plate!
"Knight Gawain's second-in-command... Hundred-Cloth!"

Cavendish recognized the other person's identity, and felt only indescribable resentment.

It's one thing that they're far inferior to Gao Wen, but now they can't even defeat Gao Wen's second-in-command.

In comparison, his previous statement about personally killing Gawain seemed like a complete joke.

Thinking of this.

A glint of madness flashed in Cavendish's eyes:
"Monsters should be dealt with by monsters!"

"White Horse!"

For the first time, he actively awakened his dormant will.

This second personality, which once brought him shame and infamy, is now his last resort!

Cavendish's consciousness gradually faded.

His body fell backward uncontrollably, but then stabilized itself in a twisted posture.

call!
An invisible wave of air surged.

Cavendish's pupils disappeared, and a demonic smile appeared on his face. A fierce and tyrannical aura began to spread from him.

The people around, who were focused on the battlefield, felt a chill run down their spines.

When they turned around, Cavendish had already disappeared.

Do not!
He did not disappear; he is everywhere!

laugh!
A pirate watching the battle suddenly had a burst of blood on his chest.

His eyes were filled with confusion; he hadn't figured anything out before he collapsed, powerless.

"What happened? A Devil Fruit ability?!"

"Even Observation Haki can't detect that guy's movements?! That's unbelievable!"

……

Exclamations of surprise rippled through the crowd, and everyone instinctively retreated, distancing themselves from the battlefield, fearing they might be the next to be caught in the crossfire.

Only Kuro and Zoro stood side by side, calmly on the battlefield.

The bald pirate couldn't help but speak up to remind him:
"That guy must have unleashed some kind of indiscriminate attack ability. Staying there would be dangerous, and could even be fatal."

Seeing that Kro and the other two ignored him, he shook his head, thinking to himself that it was impossible to persuade these damned ghosts with kind words, and then hurried away.

The bald pirate was one of the strongest pirates present and was proficient in both types of Haki, but he found that his Observation Haki could not detect Cavendish's figure.

This only shows that Cavendish dared to boast about taking Gawain's head because he ultimately had his own trump card.

boom--!
The howling wind in the air gradually subsided.

Cavendish, who has awakened his second personality, White Horse, appears and stands silently in the middle of the field, confronting the two, Chloe and the other.

The surroundings became quiet.

"A power similar to the ability to kill with a ladle?"

Zoro gripped the newly acquired Muramasa sword, couldn't help but lick his lips, and only wanted to kill the enemy before him.

He had challenged Kuro many times, and his Observation Haki was far superior to that of the bald pirate. At this moment, he could see through Cavendish's true strength with just one glance.

If the original Cavendish couldn't ignite his fighting spirit, then the white horse at this moment truly gave him a bit of an interest in killing.

"I'll take care of this guy..."

Krok, however, pressed down on his shoulder first, and said with great interest:

"It's rare to encounter an opponent with similar abilities to me; he is my prey."

"You can't be so selfish, even going to eat this kind of small fry. Let me go. His strength is about the same as mine. We're both swordsmen, so he can bring some fun to the battle."

Zoro refused to back down:

"Besides, if it were you who made the move, the battle would probably be over in an instant."

Kro shook his head, his attitude resolute:

“Back in the East China Sea, Gao Wen mentioned to me a few abilities similar to the Squid Death.”

"I've already witnessed the Six Styles of Shave, but this guy probably possesses another kind, the so-called... Rommel's Weasel?"

"If I figure out his abilities, my plan to kill him might be able to go a step further."

Zoro argued:
"It's enough to just observe these kinds of things!"

"I think you're just itching to fight a powerful opponent."

"Aren't you one too?!"

……

The argument between the two intensified, with each wanting to devour their opponent.

The scene was even more bizarre, accompanied by the earthquake-like roar caused by the fierce battle between Gawain and Hawkeye!

"These two are insane, they're rushing to their deaths!"

One of the pirates exclaimed in surprise, recalling the rumors he had heard and recognizing Cavendish's identity:
"I remember who that guy was who boasted about taking the head of Knight Gawain—Cavendish of the Weasel City, the one with Rommel's reputation!"

"Legend has it that the guy has a second personality called White Horse. Once it is awakened, it will endlessly slaughter everything around it until there are no survivors or the original body awakens."

"It's a monster that once destroyed several cities!"

"Even if those two were Knight Gawain's subordinates, they would only face certain death against such an opponent!"

"They're dead!"

But the next moment.

Then something astonishing happened.

The white horse, known as a monster, did not hesitate for a moment. It turned around and transformed into a whirlwind, disappearing from the spot.

For a moment, everyone fell silent.

Only the deafening roar and the occasional silver sword energy slicing through the sky continued to shine.

"I am not wrong, right?!"

"That monster known as Rommel, the Kamaitachi... escaped?" "Are you kidding me?!"

"According to legend, that thing has no self-awareness and only knows endless killing. How could it make such a choice?!"

Some voiced their doubts, yet instinctively felt a chill run down their spines.

Even wild animals have a survival instinct!

The bald pirate swallowed hard, his gaze falling on Kuro and the other man, and a chill ran down his spine.
"This can only mean that those two are monsters even stronger than him!"

"Don't forget the murderous aura emanating from that guy just now; it was so intense it was almost visible to the naked eye."

"Besides, he's not some nobody!"

"I remember now, that guy is Knight Gawain's second-in-command, Hundred-Cut Kro!"

The pirate beside him was slightly taken aback and asked in confusion:
"If I remember correctly, Hundred Clues' bounty is only tens of millions, while Cavendish's bounty is close to three hundred million. The latter is clearly stronger!"

"In most cases, the amount of the bounty can indeed reflect the strength of the combat force, and there are certainly examples of the few defeating the many."

The bald pirate shook his head, recalling his earlier warning, and felt a flush rise to his face:
"Furthermore, after Knight Gawain became a Shichibukai, the World Government canceled his bounty, which also fixed Kuro's original bounty at the level of tens of millions."

"But if these two are selected again, the bounty will likely shake the entire world!"

far away.

Chloe looked in surprise in the direction Cavendish had disappeared, a mocking smile gradually creeping onto her lips:

"escape?"

"Where can you possibly run to?!"

He shook his head, his eyes filled with unwavering confidence, then looked at Zoro beside him and said calmly:
"As a swordsman, you couldn't possibly miss the battle between Gawain and Hawkeye, could you?!"

"Qi!"

Zoro pursed his lips, sheathed Muramasa, and waved at Kuro:

"He's yours now, but remember you owe me a favor."

"Humph~"

Kro smiled calmly, then took a step forward. The wind howled all around, and his figure disappeared in the next instant.

……

In the dense forest.

Cavendish's second personality, White Horse, galloped all the way until Kro's presence completely disappeared before slowly coming to a stop.

Cavendish's main personality also awakens at this moment.

"solved?!"

"No, if the opponent is that guy, even Hakuba might not be a match for him!"

"Even if we win, it's impossible to emerge unscathed in that kind of situation. That guy Bai Ma... he won't have run away, will he?!"

Cavendish was taken aback, looking down at the holy sword Durandal, which was without a trace of blood, and his lips twitched almost imperceptibly.

He had been pursued by high-ranking naval officials on several occasions before, and this was not an isolated incident.

But those were all choices made after Bai Ma was defeated in battle and fell into a deep sleep, and he took over the body. This is the first time that Bai Ma has taken the initiative to escape!
"Qi!"

Cavendish was unwilling, but when he recalled the scene of Crow's burst of spirit, he only felt a sense of powerlessness.

He knew that was an opponent he couldn't handle, as for the knight Gawain...

That guy is already on another level. Let alone taking his head, just surviving from him would be a feat in itself.

Cavendish was ultimately unwilling to give up and say goodbye to the world's attention!
Moreover, this also involves the issue of saving face.

They all boasted to their subordinates that they would bring back Gawain's head, but now they're slinking away in disgrace...

I can't afford to lose this person!

Suddenly.

Cavendish recalled the intelligence his subordinates had given him:

"Knight Gawain's ship is anchored in Forest 012, not far away. The top two people on their ship are near the Redemption Bar, and the main force is mostly active on the island."

"Generally speaking, those who stay behind to watch the boat are not important people."

"You can't possibly defeat me in a second, can you?!"

Cavendish gradually became excited.

Driven by the idea that even if he couldn't beat him, he would still make him miserable, he decided to destroy Gawain's pirate ship with a single blow to vent his anger!
Think of this.

His pace quickened abruptly, and within a few breaths, he disappeared into the dense forest.

……

at the same time.

Near Forest No. 012.

The Lionheart Knight rested quietly in a bay.

After completing the ship's repairs, Franky hid in the cabin, secretly tinkering with his strange inventions.

A Jin and his group of Scroll Kings were still diligently cultivating on the deck.

in the sun.

They were shirtless, revealing incredibly strong muscles.

They might be lifting a barbell taller than a person, or practicing the Six Styles of the Navy with an exaggerated amount of weight.

"no pain no gain!"

"Effort makes you stronger, and strength changes your destiny!"

"Crow and the others are slacking off today, which is our chance to surpass them!"

"Every rank you advance in the ranking battle will bring you millions more in revenue!"

"Ula——!"

With each shout of slogans, the crowd's emotions rose higher and higher.

They felt that the more they practiced, the more energetic they became, and the more obsessed they were with it. Even the thrill of money was no longer as important as it used to be.

The pleasure of becoming stronger surpasses everything else!
Ajin stood at the front of the crowd, looking at the undulating sea, and felt somewhat bored.

His combat strength has reached the Gold level, equivalent to the Seven Warlords of the Sea. If converted into bounty, he is a powerhouse at the billion level.

The level of cultivation of the people on the ship was no longer of much use to him.

My reason for training with them here is simply to uphold the duty of a combat captain to share weal and woe with his subordinates, while also maintaining my own physical condition.

Moreover, he is now gradually reaching his limits.

Fortunately, having learned from his previous experience, Akin knew that what he needed to do was to raise his own ceiling.

Through countless battles where they exert all their strength, they break through their own limits, or awaken their Devil Fruit powers, or even modify their bodies like Franky.

The latter might damage potential, while genetic modification like Sanji's lacks the necessary technology. The most realistic option is to find a powerful opponent.

As Akin pondered.

On the distant beach, a handsome figure with a full head of blond hair sped towards them!

The person arrived before their voice was heard!
"Knight Gawain's ship deserves to be destroyed as well!"

Cavendish raised his hand and unleashed a flying slash that flew towards the ship flying the Gawain Pirates' flag!

"Fuck you, Knight Gawain!"

Accompanied by a hysterical outburst of angry curses.

Cavendish seemed to see Gawain's furious reaction upon learning of the pirate ship's destruction, while he himself had already entered the New World, becoming the center of attention and regaining the headlines!
But in the next instant, Cavendish's expression froze completely.

The flying slash was crushed by a figure entirely in white, the shattered sword energy cutting through the seawater and dissipating into nothingness.

Along with this came the slightly puzzled voice of the person who made the move.

"Hmm? They must have attacked us for more than just this much, right?!"

(End of this chapter)