One Piece: The Cryo Doctor on the Straw Hat Ship

Just then, the cabin door was pushed open again.

A series of steady footsteps sounded, and the sword and the katana clinked gently with each step, producing a crisp metallic sound.

Zoro walked out slowly, his green headscarf fluttering slightly in the wind.

His gaze was sharp as a knife, fixed on Onigashima, the territory of the Beasts Pirates, a cold smile curving his lips:

"So, when do we make our move?"

V turned around, looked at Zoro, and his eyes flashed.

He read the longing in Zoro's eyes—a longing for strength, a longing to become stronger.

"Since it's the Devil Fruit ability that Zoro needs..."

"Then the Beasts Pirates... I'll leave them to you to deal with!"

"Perfect, let's test your newly acquired power!"

"No problem!"

Zoro slowly raised his head, revealing a confident and flamboyant laugh.

He raised his hand and gently pressed it on the Wado Ichimonji at his waist, as if he could already feel the weight that was about to be slashed down.

"Kaido of the Beasts... and those so-called 'Big Four'..."

Zoro's voice was deep and powerful, carrying a chilling quality unique to swordsmen:

"It should allow me to use my full strength!"

"Hey, you green algae-head, don't overdo it!"

Just then, Sanji, who had emerged from the cabin shortly after Zoro, cigarette dangling from his lips, disdainfully reminded him:

"That's a powerhouse at the level of one of the Four Emperors, whose strength is far greater than that of the guys from the Knights of God."

"Don't let your efforts backfire and embarrass us!"

"Heh~"

Zoro smiled confidently: "You'd better mind your own business!"

He stood on the ship's railing, letting the gale whip his green headscarf, his gaze like a drawn blade, piercing straight towards the massive, skull-shaped island perched above Wano Country—the headquarters of the Beasts Pirates.

Zoro raised his hand and gently placed it on the Wado Ichimonji at his waist, feeling the warm touch of the hilt.

The power within him surged wildly, like six ancient beasts slumbering, roaring, and waiting to be unleashed.

"Are you ready?" V's voice came from behind.

Zoro didn't turn around, but simply tightened his grip on the hilt of his sword: "I've been waiting for this for a long time."

“Then—” V grinned, “Go ahead.”

The moment the words fell—

Zoro's figure disappeared off the ship's side.

A green lightning bolt, accompanied by a piercing shriek that tore through the air, plummeted straight down from the sky towards the territory belonging to the Four Emperors.

Oni Island, inside the Skull Hall, headquarters of the Beasts Pirates.

Kaido was sitting cross-legged on a huge chair, with a wine bowl in his hand that was about half the size of a person.

His eyes, like those of a ferocious beast, were half-closed, as if he were pondering something.

Clearly, up to now... they haven't realized that anyone has trespassed into their territory.

Sudden--

His eyes snapped open.

"Ok?"

A suffocating sense of oppression descended from the sky without warning!

The next second—

boom--!!!

The entire ghost island trembled violently, as if struck by an invisible giant hammer!

The ceiling of the Skull Palace suddenly exploded, and rubble rained down like rain.

A figure, enveloped in green energy, crashed down on the ground in front of Kaido like a divine sword descending from the sky!

The ground cracked inch by inch, the cracks spreading outwards like a spider web, and the shockwaves overturned all the surrounding tables and chairs.

Amidst the billowing smoke and dust, the figure slowly straightened up.

Green hair, headscarf, three swords—

Zoro raised his head, his gaze like a drawn blade, staring directly at Kaido of the Beasts, who sat enthroned on the throne.

"Nice to meet you, Kaido of the Beasts."

His voice was deep and calm, yet carried an undeniable chill:

"I'm here to take your life."

The entire Skull Hall fell into a deathly silence.

Immediately afterwards—

"Roar!!!"

Several angry roars exploded from all around!

"Where did this ignorant brat come from!"

How dare they trespass on Ghost Island!

"court death!"

The Beasts Pirates' officers rose to their feet, their eyes blazing with rage and killing intent. Some gripped their weapons, ready to rush forward and tear this uninvited guest to shreds.

however--

Kaido slowly raised his right hand, stopping his subordinates from acting.

His gaze fell on Zoro, and in those abyss-like eyes, complex emotions surged—surprise, scrutiny, and a hint of ignited interest.

"You are... Roronoa Zoro of the Straw Hat Pirates! The swordsman who uses Zoan-type weapons!!!"

Kaido now has an excellent grasp of the Straw Hat Pirates' information.

His voice was deep and resonant, echoing throughout the Skull Hall:

“I’ve heard of you. In Marineford, you single-handedly killed members of the Knights of God.”

Kaido slowly stood up, his towering figure casting a huge shadow under the shattered dome.

He looked down at Zoro, his voice carrying an undeniable air of authority:

"You're a talented person."

"Join me—I can give you greater power and make you the most fearsome swordsman on this sea."

A heavy sense of oppression filled the air, as if the entire Skull Palace trembled slightly at Kaido's words.

however--

Zoro chuckled softly.

He slowly raised his head, his voice low and calm, yet carrying a chilling and resolute quality, like a blade slicing through steel:

"Kaido."

"I don't know who gave you the courage to say such things after witnessing what we did with your own eyes."

In an instant, a ferocious and bloodthirsty aura, like that of a wild beast, suddenly surged from Zoro's body, radiating intense heat like raging flames.

He laughed:

"It seems that the title of the Four Emperors has completely blinded you, preventing you from seeing the true direction of this sea."

"In that case—I will personally sever your illusions."

Chapter 254 The Power of the Six Paths

The moment he finished speaking, a suffocating sense of oppression suddenly rose from Zoro's body.

The surging Conqueror's Haki surged towards Kaido like a tsunami.

In an instant, all the pirates on Onigashima, except for the three main figures, rolled their eyes and fainted.

At that moment, the air became heavy and stagnant, and even the light seemed to be distorted by that aura.

Even the three mainstays, Jhin, Quinn, and Jack, became stiff.

"What!?" The three members of the Three Signatures looked at Zoro in disbelief.

This level of Conqueror's Haki even surpasses that of their captain, Kaido.

And such domineering aura actually appears in an unknown swordsman of the Straw Hat Pirates!?

That's right!

Because of V's appearance, Zoro, Sanji, and others who should have started to shine are now overshadowed by V and Luffy's brilliance.

So much so that many people subconsciously overlook it...

They have grown to the world's top level!

Kaido's eyes narrowed slightly, a dangerous light surging in his abyss-like pupils.

next second!

boom!!!

A surging, domineering aura roared and clashed with Zoro's domineering aura, refusing to be outdone.

In an instant, the entire Ghost Island was struck by lightning and thunder, the earth wailed, and time seemed to stand still.

"interesting……"