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Chapter 390: Green Ox? Agin!
Chapter 390: Green Ox? Agin!
Sage's speed was astonishing; from above, one could observe the wind blades slicing through the trees in one direction, but only managing to cut a third of them before swiftly changing course and advancing from another angle.
With his ability to foresee the future, Sage could observe his own movements, allowing him to determine if anyone would eventually be in a particular direction.
The wind blades swept through, and under the perception of the future, Sage kept changing directions until he reached the very center.
In the tallest rocky mountain, hidden by trees, a cave behind a waterfall was now exposed as the wind blades tore through the trees and waterfall, and a faint shadow quickly rushed through the narrow gap into the cave.
Soon, a lush green landscape, akin to a utopia, appeared before Sage's eyes, intertwined with a deep forest.
Compared to the occasional glimpses of barrenness and devastation outside, this place, though also shrouded by trees, still exuded a sense of an idyllic paradise.
Despite being in the midst of an impenetrable forest, Sage instinctively looked in one direction, sensing something amiss.
"You came so fast?"
Suddenly, a whirlwind appeared on a massive tree root in front of him, and as it dissipated, Kai Hai's figure emerged.
Kai Hai gently waved his feather fan and smiled, "I thought you'd be a bit slower, giving us enough time to defeat your subordinates before you'd get involved."
A loud buzz filled the air as he finished speaking, and a massive black-red energy current rushed towards Kai Hai, causing his robe to flutter and his hair to dance wildly.
"Oh no!"
He took a slight step back, still smiling, "What a terrifying aura, almost couldn't hold my ability."
Sage glanced at him with disdain, "You're not just a rat in the gutter, but at least a rat king."
Withstanding the impact of the Tyrant Aura was within his expectations; if he couldn't even do that, how dare he set up an ambush?
"You've also exceeded my expectations; you're not just a reckless fool."
Kai Hai smiled, "According to the original plan, this island should have been destroyed."
Sage's eyes narrowed at his words.
Destroying this island was too easy; even without the Death Star, Sage had the ability to effortlessly annihilate it.
But hearing this, it meant that his subordinates were indeed on this island, and they possessed the means to prevent its destruction.
That would only bring suffering to his men.
"Never mind, it's all part of my plan."
Kai Hai smiled, "Whether this island is destroyed or not, the outcome will remain unchanged."
Sage's mouth twisted, "You're making me laugh, you're not qualified."
Boom!
A sudden aura assault, like a pillar of black fire, struck Kai Hai, obliterating the trees beneath him and blasting a huge hole in the dense forest behind.
Sage clenched his fist, which glowed with black fire, his eyes full of malice, "You dare talk to me with such an overconfident attitude!"
"I'm not unprepared either."
Another whirlwind appeared on the trees to the side, revealing Kai Hai's figure. He waved his feather fan and said, "No one wants to offend a hero like you. But as I said, if you only wish to protect us, the Azure Kingdom will also obey your commands, but it must be the same as for those pirates."
Whoosh!
As he finished speaking, Sage's body transformed into a shadow, appearing before Kai Hai. In the face of Kai Hai's visibly constricted pupils, Sage grabbed his face with one hand.
Bang!
The aura permeated, and with a forceful grip, Sage crushed his head.
"I'll do whatever the hell I want!" Sage snarled.
The headless body wobbled, enveloped by a whirlwind, and transformed into a man wearing a pirate captain's attire, falling to the ground.
"That was fast."
Sage heard Kai Hai's voice again, and as he turned, he saw Kai Hai's body appearing on a higher tree, formed by a whirlwind.
He continued to sway his feather fan, his mouth twisted in a mix of pride and ferocity, and he laughed, "That guy was also a formidable captain, I recall his bounty was around 200 million, and he was taken out in one hit."
"A substitute? What's your ability? It's strange." Sage turned to look.
"If I tell you, it'll be harder to deal with me. I'm not the type to reveal my abilities."
Kai Hai smiled, "Sometimes, the unknown is what instills fear, isn't it?"
"Still a rat, and this act is meaningless out at sea." Sage growled.
"I'll kill you sooner or later!"
"Of course."
Kai Hai acknowledged without hesitation, feeling no remorse.
"I alone am no match for you; the strength of a Great Pirate is unparalleled. But..."
He raised his head, arms spread wide, as if in a trance, "Oh, you proud hero, boasting of your strength, let me show you the feast I've prepared. Come out, Divine Concealment: Turn!"
With a wave of his feather fan, a whirlwind formed on the tree to Sage's left.
In the midst of the whirlwind, two sturdy arms first emerged, as if tearing the whirlwind apart, revealing a figure.
It was an old man wearing tattered martial arts clothing, with muscular limbs, a high braid, and white hair and beard.
"I am Ougreen. I have come to challenge you, the one known as the greatest martial arts expert and the Fist Master of the sea!" The old man clenched his fists, his voice deep and resonant.
The Great Pirates of the sea have countless titles, aside from their original names, they also earn new titles based on their actions and characteristics.
For example, Moriah is known as the "Shadow Mage," but he can also be called the "Western Sea Hero."
At this level, titles are diverse, and even more so for someone like Sage.
Since Sage and Blackbeard divided the seat of Pirate Emperor, their titles have multiplied. Sage is not only called "Catastrophe," but also "White Hair," "Storm Lord," "Grand Noble," and by a few, "Heavens Tyrant."
These titles are like topics of conversation after drinking, fervently discussed by people. However, the most discussed are the "strongest" titles of the true maritime overlords, the Pirate Emperors.
Just as Whitebeard is called the "Strongest Man" and the "Strongest Pirate" due to his way of life at sea,
Kaido, who cannot be killed and is the strongest in one-on-one battles, is called the "Strongest Creature."
Red Hair, due to his overwhelming dominance, is called the "Strongest Intimidation."
Big Mom, for her unparalleled bravery in her youth, is called the "Strongest Valor," and in her old age, due to her numerous children, is called the "Strongest Family."
These maritime overlords are all given various "strongest" titles.
Recently, Blackbeard has been hunting ability users and, with his dual Devil Fruit powers, is now called the "Strongest Ability."
As for Sage, he is renowned for his powerful martial arts, known as the "Strongest Martial Arts" and the "Fist Master" of the sea!
Power is something that attracts admiration when it reaches a certain level.
"Who are you?"
Sage raised an eyebrow. "At your age, wouldn't it be better to find a place to rest and wait for death? Why come here to provoke me? Living too long, are you looking for death?"
"Hehehe, indeed, I am underestimated because I haven't been seen in a long time. Allow me to introduce myself, after all, we should respect the Catastrophe, who stands at the pinnacle of piracy."
Kai Hai chuckled. "A former member of the Lochs Pirate Crew, long ago known as the 'Martial Arts Specialist,' and it took both Garp and Zephyr to capture me. Thirty years ago, I was a Great Pirate with a bounty of 500 million beli, 'Forbidden Fist' Ougreen!"
"He hasn't been out long. He heard that the current title of Strongest Martial Arts belongs to you, and he has been eager to challenge you."
"Don't interfere, Kai Hai. I want to see who is stronger!" Ougreen said in a deep voice.
"Of course, as long as I can ensure the final victory, you can do as you please."
Kai Hai waved his feather fan. "First, ensure victory."
"Kai Hai, old man, hurry up and finish this! The Navy has no time to play around. I'm here for Catastrophe's head, not to listen to your chatter!"
Before he could continue, a whirlwind suddenly erupted to Sage's right.
The green grass on the ground grew even more lush, and a variety of strange flowers sprouted. At the center of these flowers, the whirlwind dissipated, revealing a man with green locks and a cigarette in his mouth.
He was tall and muscular, with long legs, a typical build of a strong upper body and slender legs.
His bare upper body was tattooed with the words "Death River in Heart" from his left neck to his torso.
He had a sheathless short sword tucked into his waist, and a Navy cloak draped over his back!
His face had high, arched eyebrows and slightly thick lips, resembling...
"Agin?" Sage was taken aback.
"My name is Hwang Mu!"
A vein popped on Hwang Mu's forehead, and he shouted in anger, then took a deep breath and laughed heartily:
"Catastrophe! I joined the Navy because of you, of course, I also admire Sakazaki. Through my strength, I became a Navy Admiral, and my current title is 'Green Ox,' hahaha!"
"Green Ox?"
Sage raised an eyebrow and looked him over carefully. Whether it was the high eyebrows or the thick lips, including the face shape, apart from the different hairstyle, he looked very much like Sage's subordinate.
"Twins?"
"I'm an only child!" Hwang Mu roared.
Whoosh!
A whirlwind erupted from the tree trunk, swirling across the ground, revealing Kai Hai's figure in a triangular formation surrounding Sage.
"Cataclysm, your threat is too great. Ever since what you did in Garess, I had a feeling you wouldn't let us off the hook."
Kai Hai smirked triumphantly, "So, from that moment on, I've been making connections, all for this very situation."
"Hwang Mu was once my subject, a navy recruit during the World Draft. He also doesn't want to be a part of that 'Differentiation' because of everything you've done. That's why he joined them."
"Although becoming a navy automatically severs ties with one's nation, there's still sentiment involved, especially when it comes to you."
Kai Hai revealed a sinister grin, "Look, I've united everyone. Those people want your bounty. Pirates crave your reputation, the navy wants your head, and I want your territory and power!"
"I take you very seriously, Cataclysm. You have this honor! Let this place become the graveyard for you and your pirate crew! Hahaha, hahaha!"
Zzzz!
Buzz!
Black and red lightning erupted from Sage, blasting holes in the ground along its path and reducing trees to flying debris.
The sudden surge of Tyrant Aura felt like a physical blow to everyone, causing Kai Hai, who was laughing wildly, to pause in his breathing.
This Tyrant Aura seemed even more powerful than before.
"Hey, were you hiding it before? At this point, hiding or not won't make a difference. I know your strength, Cataclysm," Kai Hai said.
"Hiding? Don't joke around. I only increase my power based on the strength of my opponents, and you're not even worth it yet. After all, I've always ignored and looked down on the weak."
Sage, surrounded by black and red lightning, spoke slowly without looking at Kai Hai or Ougreen. He stared at Hwang Mu:
"You're not bad, Admiral. That position isn't easy to attain. Before that, stop your petty tricks!"
Since his appearance, Sage had sensed that this guy was controlling the trees that could absorb moisture.
"Hmm, Tyrant Aura?"
Hwang Mu took a few steps back. The area around him seemed to be struck by electricity, with black lightning continuously surging towards him.
Dominance is not physical, although it has developed to the point of having tangible destructive power. However, it's not something that can be physically blocked.
The powerful Dominance not only breaks the effects of abilities used on oneself but also prevents others from using their abilities.
It's not about ability invalidation or sealing; it's purely a mental shock, forcing one to focus solely on the attack and nothing else.
The tree branches extending from Hwang Mu's feet to the ground retracted, and the swaying tree forest became still, returning to a normal forest.
"Hey, don't underestimate me, Cataclysm!"
Hwang Mu raised his fist, "Let me make you my first achievement as an Admiral!"
Sage snorted, "You look like Agin, but you talk a lot more than him."
He stretched his arms and legs, clenching his fists tightly, causing the air to crackle. The cape on his back shimmered with flowing light, like clouds dancing on his shoulders.
"An Admiral, a mouse, an old man... Let's see how long your so-called confidence lasts!"
On Sage's fist, a ball of black and red lightning gradually gathered.
This time, it wasn't Tyrant Aura but the real thing.
"Thunder!"
Zzzz!
As thunder erupted from Sage's fist, his body swiftly darted in front of Hwang Mu. With a lightning-fast punch, he pierced through Hwang Mu's chest.
Puff!
The lightning punch passed through his body, leaving Hwang Mu frozen in shock.
Without even looking, Sage twisted his fist, and as the thunder burst outwards, it carried a force that shattered Hwang Mu's body into wooden splinters that scattered around.
"Wood?"
In the grassland ahead, a tender sprout quickly grew, transforming into a wooden man and then taking on Hwang Mu's appearance.
He exhaled a puff of smoke and grinned, "But it's useless against me. Wood isn't afraid of thunder!"
"That's because the amount of thunder isn't enough. Don't you even have that basic knowledge, Agin!" Sage sneered.
"I told you..."
Hwang Mu's fist transformed into a wooden aura, and as he extended his fingers, five wooden bars shot out towards Sage.
"My name is Hwang Mu!"
(End of Chapter)
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