One Piece: Ascending the Divine Path

Let's stop here.

Everyone heard Waldo say this as if nothing had happened.

What does he mean?

Jhin looked down at Waldo and asked Luna, who was right in front of him.

Reinforcements have just arrived, and they're already preparing to retreat?

"The master's orders need not be questioned."

Without any hesitation, Luna shrunk into her orc form, not even bothering to glance at Jhin, and headed straight for Knight.

As Jin watched her retreating figure, his brows furrowed slightly beneath his mask.

Doesn't this woman feel any excitement at encountering someone of her own kind?

Even he felt a surge of indescribable joy at that moment.

However, King admires this loyalty, just as he admires Kaido.

It's just that the person this fellow clansman is loyal to is a bit too awful.

That's why we brought her to the Beasts Pirates.

As Luna approached, the fugitives obeyed Knight's orders without question and immediately ceased fighting.

Meanwhile, the remnants of the Charlotte family, who had been relentlessly beaten by them, were at a loss for what to do.

Should we continue fighting?

They looked at the person in charge.

Katakuri looked up at the ashes in the sky with a gloomy face.

Jin looked down at him.

The two monsters' henchmen faced off across the distance, and lightning seemed to leap between their gazes.

However, Quinn, who had just made those harsh remarks, felt ignored.

The massive Brachiosaurus glared at the calm Waldo with displeasure. "Hey, Waldo, aren't you being incredibly rude? Shouldn't you say something to your benefactors who came to your aid?"

Knight just smiled. "You seem to have misunderstood something, Plague Quinn. When did I ever say we needed help?"

"What?"

Quinn paused for a moment, then sneered, "You bastards! You think you can escape without our help?"

Jin frowned.

Mr. Kaido's goal is to get these guys to join the Beasts Pirates.

But now it seems this guy is a bit ungrateful; doesn't he understand the current situation?

They were facing simultaneous attacks from both the Navy and the Charlotte Family. If they refused the Beasts Pirates' help...

Or, we could refrain from helping them for now and teach them a lesson first.

  

They need to know that only by joining the Beasts Pirates can they escape this crisis!

Almost simultaneously, despite the lack of any communication and their completely opposing stances, a hint of joy appeared in the eyes of both Katakuri and Zephyr.

opportunity!

If the Beasts Pirates stop interfering—

"Whoever it is, feel free to try and stop us."

Knight laughed heartily and casually waved his right hand as if shooing away a fly.

Unseen hands coalesced and connected to him with transparent lines.

An invisible hand instantly seized all his subordinates.

At the same time, Zephyr and Katakuri's eyes flashed red, and they were about to intervene.

However, upon glimpsing the future, their expressions changed simultaneously.

Because, beside Katakuri's younger siblings, transparent blades were once again coalescing.

Because, in front of Knight in the sky, a huge, black sword suddenly pierced through the air.

"Wow!"

Knight looked startled, after all, it really was very fast.

"asshole!"

Katakuri gritted his teeth and had no choice but to activate his Awakening once again, manipulating the mochi that the ground turned into to drag his younger siblings away.

"Damn it!"

Zephyr's forehead veins bulged as he swiftly blocked Knight's path, shattering the black greatsword with a backhand punch.

Meanwhile, the Momo-Momo Fruit's power had already been activated.

Knight and all his men appeared on the deck of a ship not far away in the blink of an eye, as if they had teleported.

"vomit--"

Because it was going so fast, some people even vomited.

It wasn't over yet; the invisible substance had already enveloped the entire ship, lifting it into the sky.

Quinn's pupils suddenly contracted.

Such speed!

Jin clenched his fists as well. Oh no!

Not only them, but Zephyr and Katakuri also looked grim.

The power this guy can unleash when his ability to create intangible entities is combined with the Momo-Momo Fruit is terrifying!

"Although I don't need help,"

Knight stood at the ship's railing and looked at King, whose eyes also looked rather grim. "But I understand the situation now. I'll go to Wano Country to talk to Kaido later."

Then he looked at Katakuri, "As for you, the Charlotte family... if you want to humiliate yourselves again, remember to have Charlotte Linlin come over in person."

"You bastard!!"

Cracker roared.

The next moment his expression changed drastically. He swung his beloved sword to block a huge black sword coming straight at him, the powerful force pushing Cracker backward repeatedly.

Knight chuckled, then looked up at Professor Zephyr in the sky. "Your Navy, not even sending out an admiral? Aren't you taking us too lightly?"

"Waldo..."

Zefa gritted his teeth.

"Well then, goodbye, everyone."

Knight smiled slightly.

The next instant, the large ship launched itself at zero frame, its speed instantly reaching its limit. It transformed into a black streak and shot out, disappearing into the depths of the sky within a few breaths.

"Eh!!"

Quinn was almost speechless. "What on earth is wrong with this guy?!"

too fast!

Is it possible to move this fast with a ship?

Jhin's gloves were worn through from clenching his fists so tightly.

The plan has completely failed.

This group is much more troublesome than I imagined.

Not only does it possess formidable frontal combat capabilities, but its mobility is also astonishing.

Even if the monsters of the new world were to personally intervene, they probably wouldn't be able to stop them.

However, Waldo said he would visit Wano Country, so there's no reason for him to lie, right?

In that case, the situation isn't at its worst.

"Teacher Zephyr..."

Knight gazed at the now empty sky, the direction the ship had gone, and thought, "Did I really hold them back?"

Zephyr shook his head. "That guy's abilities are just too troublesome."

However, Zefa felt that something was not quite right.

After all, they were from the same era, and he had dealt with Waldo when he was young.

Putting aside his abilities, the Waldo he knew was definitely not that kind of person!

After being frozen for more than 20 years, would it undergo such changes?

What exactly happened?

However, although the doubts could not be resolved, there was one thing Zephyr could confirm.

It seems we can no longer pursue this group.

On the one hand, they are about to delve into the new world.

On the other hand, unless Borsalino comes, who can catch up with them?

Zefa felt somewhat heavy-hearted.

It was because of this group of people that the naval guerrilla force was formed.

"Hey, Jhin!"

Quinn looked up, somewhat bewildered. "What should we do now?"

"I'm going back."

Without any hesitation, Jhin transformed into a giant pterosaur once more, swooped down, grabbed Quinn by the back, and pulled him into the sky without a second thought.

"Katakuri?"

Irving, clutching his sword wound, walked over to Katakuri.

Katakuri's brows gradually relaxed, and his voice was low, "Let's treat the wounded first."

It's impossible to catch up now.

So, let's treat the injuries of my younger siblings first.

As a result, the Queen Mother Hymn, which had been swept far out to sea by the turbulent waves from the earlier battle, quickly approached, and the ship's medical personnel immediately went ashore to prepare to treat the wounded.

"Zeff-sensei, are we just going to watch like this?"

Knight landed lightly on the mast of a dilapidated ship in the harbor, looking down at the Charlotte family.

Zefa didn't say anything.

What are you saying?

However, even if he doesn't say it, others will.

"What are you still standing there for?"

Charlotte Cracker strode over, furious. "Navy! Get out of here!"

Zefa frowned immediately.

Knight's lips curled into a smirk, and he said in a forced smile, "Oh, a mere pirate, quite arrogant, huh?"

"Kid, do you want to die?"

Cracker's eyes suddenly became even more dangerous.

"I was already annoyed, and you just had to make things worse for me."

Knight used hair gel to sweep his hair back, revealing a smooth forehead. His handsome face was now filled with coldness. "I really need to teach you what justice is."

"Hey,"

A dark, domineering aura emanated from the blade of Cracker's sword. "You think you're the only one who's unhappy?"

Zephyr remained silent, and Katakuri simply watched quietly.

It's good to let Knight/Crecker vent.

Charlotte Owen's eyes narrowed slightly.

"Katakuri, this brat's strength is extraordinary..."

Before the words were even finished, two figures shot out simultaneously.

"Pretzel Rolls!!"

The Navy must be wary of fighting these monster pirate crews, but the pirates will not be.

If you're unhappy, then vent!

The greatsword in his hand spun and transformed into a lance!

Damn, that spiral gun kill!

But in the next instant, the fierce look on Cracker's face suddenly turned into confusion.

The naval brat that was launched into the air split into countless clones in that instant, creating hundreds of them that swarmed forward.

Cracker just saw Knight use this move.

However, he only realized how terrifying this move was when he faced it in person.

Can't tell the difference?

No matter the senses of sight, hearing, or even color perception, none of them can distinguish which of these clones is the original!

Damn it!!

Cracker gritted his teeth and thrust out with his spear. The surging domineering aura and powerful force combined to pierce through the numerous clones, opening up a wide path.

However, this has no effect on these clones.

Behind him, Zephyr nodded to himself.

Since pointing out the flaw in Knight's move last time, this kid has now made up for it.

The impact of each clone on reality has also been manifested; the muffled sound of footsteps on the air, the chaotic sound of air exploding—all of these have been added.

It cannot be said to be without flaws, but it is definitely beyond what a "powerful" Observation Haki in the conventional sense can distinguish.

Knight, like a gust of wind, used his clones as cover to launch himself directly to Cracker's side.

Making up for these flaws is quite simple. No calculations are needed; all you need is a thought in the dream world to create a relatively perfect illusion, and then project it.

"A serious punch!"

He clenched his right fist and slammed it directly into Cracker's ribs.

It wasn't until the thunder and lightning roared that Cracker turned his head in astonishment.

This guy—

No, there's no time to retaliate or dodge.

when!!

A powerful punch slammed heavily onto the black trident.

Dark arcs of electricity leaped, a massive shockwave shattered the earth, and a fierce wind arose.

"Oh?"

Knight's expression changed slightly.

Wow, that was fast!

Fortunately, Professor Zephyr had already appeared beside him.

Katakuri, who had instantly ricocheted to block Cracker's attack, glanced at Zephyr, who had arrived almost simultaneously, before fixing his gaze on Knight.

What a clever kid!

At such a young age, he exudes such domineering presence and possesses such formidable abilities.

If that punch had hit Cracker, that kid would have been instantly defeated.

It's not that Cracker's Haki is that weak, it's just that Cracker is too afraid of pain. He can block it, and he won't even be seriously injured.

But the pain from the blow would cause him to faint instantly.

Zephyr glanced at Katakuri, then said calmly, "Let's go, Knight."

"Um."

Knight nodded slightly, and then he was launched into the air.

It's time to end this.

Zefa followed closely behind, and the two of them flew away into the sky.

"You brat!!"

Cracker only realized what was happening at this moment, and roared angrily at Knight's back.

"Keep hiding behind your brother, you good-for-nothing."

Knight turned around and made a throat-slitting gesture at Cracker.

Cracker nearly exploded in rage, yelling, "You bastard!"

Katakuri simply watched the master and disciple walk away in silence.

Navy Captain Knight?

The Navy has produced a monster.