Pirate: I have a Hollow living inside me!

at the same time.

Another spatial rift opened in mid-air.

Rocks flew out of it, his feet barely touching the air to steady himself...

"Light Wheel Cannon..."

Just as he regained his footing, Locke heard a voice beside him, and immediately a warning signal went off as he sensed danger approaching.

"Cero!"

Without seeing the specifics clearly, Rocks acted decisively, his fingertips flashing with a Cero.

A deep green light pierced through the air, heading towards the location from which the sound came, and collided head-on with an incoming golden laser beam!

'Boom!!'

The two energy attacks collided in mid-air.

Intertwined and entangled, they formed an energy sphere that flowed with emerald green and golden light.

Immediately following, as if its power was being released, the energy sphere exploded at that moment.

A blinding light spread out along with a terrifying shockwave.

A mushroom cloud slowly rose, taking shape and drawing everyone's attention...

"Can you admit defeat now, young black-haired swordsman? If I were to kill you without warning, your companions would probably fight to the death to kill me too..."

"My subordinates are likely to suffer an undeserved misfortune as well..."

"If you continue fighting, you will not be a match for me!"

"I won't leave any openings again, giving you a chance to hit me..."

Several Kizaru surrounded Rocks, each wielding a golden lightsaber, and one of them uttered a single sentence...

It seems they have already secured victory in this battle.

They have thoroughly understood the opponent's attacks, abilities, and strength.

As long as he is careful and cautious, he will be invincible.

The other party's "awakened" state cannot last long!

In Kizaru's mind, the scales of victory had tipped in his favor, and he could now negotiate with his opponent...

"Try to defeat me first!"

Rocks laughed loudly.

With a boom, Conqueror's Haki surged into the sky, pressing down on all directions!

"Extreme Slash!"

Rocks turned around.

Under the influence of centrifugal force, the Seven Star Sword drew a circular, spreading emerald green slash, attacking the Kizaru who was surrounding it...

"Since you won't listen to advice... then I have no choice but to defeat you completely!"

Several Kizarus uttered the same sentence simultaneously, but when faced with the incoming slash, their figures simply dissipated into specks of light...

*Sizzle!*

A Kizaru materialized above Rocks' head, wielding a lightsaber that slashed down, cutting through the air with ruthless efficiency and intense heat!

'boom!'

Rocks swung his sword to meet him.

The lightsaber clashed with Kizaru's, creating a deafening roar...

"Light Burst Kick!"

Just as Rocks blocked an attack from Kizaru.

Another Kizaru appeared beside him, his right leg glowing, and kicked towards Rocks...

Although I sensed that this Kizaru's strength was average, his speed was by no means slow.

With that kick, Rocks staggered backward, a burning sensation spreading through his waist and abdomen...

'Boom boom boom...'

Beams of laser light shot in from different directions. Locus's eyes narrowed. Instead of defending, he vanished as if he had teleported away...

The golden laser exploded at the spot where it had just been, sending shockwaves and waves of heat through the air.

'boom!'

Having just left that spot and before he could make any other move, Lox sensed another attack coming...

Kizaru's right leg shone like the sun, pressing down on him like a battle axe!

In an instant, Rocks could only defend himself, crossing his arms to protect his head. Armament Haki covered and flowed, transforming into a defense to block Kizaru's downward axe strike.

However, Rocks' body was also pressed down a distance...

'Swish, swish, swish...'

One by one, the Kizarus transformed into golden light and merged into the body of the Kizaru who had just suppressed Rocks.

Now only Kizaru was left on the field.

"Spatial abilities are indeed a terrifying ability, but they cannot escape my perception."

Kizaru looked at Rocks and said seriously, "Even I, the old man of light, can keep up with your movements, young black-haired swordsman..."

"Shouldn't you be aware of the current situation by now?"

"Your fighting style is really sneaky, just like your face..."

Rocks twisted his neck.

He was hit by Kizaru's attacks and suffered some injuries.

Although it wasn't a big problem for him, what frustrated him was that the old man Kizaru wouldn't confront him head-on.

They brought out the best in their kite-flying and sneaky fighting style.

Disturb him from time to time, and launch a fierce attack on him when you find an opportunity.

In addition, since those clones all possessed Kizaru's aura, varying in strength, Rocks was unable to accurately pinpoint which one was the original.

With the combined efforts of several Kizarus, Rocks couldn't find an opportunity to attack.

It's also because Kizaru didn't give him that chance; he was very cautious and cunning!

Without knowing whether it is the main body or a clone.

If Rocks were to rashly attack one of Kizaru's targets, not only would it be largely ineffective, but he might also create an opening for himself...

Lockes couldn't help but curse under his breath.

That old guy is really disgusting.

They also clearly guessed that his "ethereal" state couldn't last, and planned to delay the end of this state...

This old guy is very difficult to deal with; in some ways, he's even more difficult than Issho or Aokiji.

Rocks was playing somewhat hesitantly...

"If I don't go all out, I really won't be able to take down you admirals..."

Lox spat.

They've also decided to go all out.

He would feel very embarrassed if he lost his first battle after returning to the Grand Line.

Moreover, the old guy's sneaky fighting style also made Lox very unhappy.

Lox wasn't going to let the matter rest until he'd beaten the old man to a pulp.

Upon hearing Rocks' words, Kizaru felt a sudden pang of unease: "Hey, don't joke like that with me..."

"A joke? Hehehe..."

Lox sneered, "You'll find out soon enough whether I'm joking or not..."

'Om! '

The energy stored within his body was fully mobilized by Lox.

The dark green energy coat covering its body became even deeper, turning into a deep, inky green...

Dark green energy formed long horns above Rocks' head, demonic wings on his back, and a demonic tail with an arrowhead at the end swayed slightly...

Vacuuming - Stage Three!

'Boom boom boom!!'

As Rocks activated Hollowfication Phase 3, an even more terrifying aura emanated from him.

A fierce, domineering, and sinister Conqueror's Haki was unleashed, enveloping all directions, stirring the air, and causing waves to rise on the sea below...

Chapter 160 Beating Up Kizaru! Kizaru Admits Defeat...

"It's gotten stronger again..."

Looking at Rocks, who had sprouted horns, wings, and a tail, I sensed that his aura had increased significantly once again.

Sweat rolled down Kizaru's forehead: "Just what kind of monster are you?"

Was that level of strength just now not the opponent's limit?

This guy has only been gone for about half a year, right?

It feels like several years have passed.

No, it shouldn't have increased so dramatically even after several years...

'Wow!'

Kizaru's Observation Haki, which allows him to foresee the future, has already detected Rocks's movements, allowing him to prepare in advance.