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Chapter 543: I Am Klah!
Chapter 543: I Am Klah!
After blocking their attacks, Sengoku withdrew his palms and coldly turned his head. "Haki? You two have mastered it too?"
"Tch, don’t underestimate me!" Sanji scoffed, crossing his legs. "I’ve endured two years of hellish cultivation! Not only can I create even more delicious cuisine with greater strength, but my combat skills haven’t slacked either!"
Zoro bit down on Shusui, his left hand gripping (Sandai Kiketsu) and his right hand holding Hana Sensu, striking a combat stance. "Perverted chef, better hope you’re telling the truth. But don’t forget—I’ve trained hard too, enduring countless trials!"
(Note: Consistent with the chapter’s style, sword names are rendered in romanized Japanese within parentheses for clarity and continuity.)
"Pirates!" Sengoku snarled. "Hey, PX-7, wait! Klah, did you just say Kurobig Brother treats the Pacifista like treasures? Is that true?"
"True", Klah nodded. "Mr. Kuro said these two are the gatekeepers of Shabondy. They require meticulous care. He mentioned they’re perfect for wiping out small fry, but if they break, Sengoku, don’t go blaming me. These pirates? The Pacifista can’t handle them."
He vividly recalled Kuro’s earlier demeanor—the smug satisfaction of a man admiring his prized possessions. It reminded him of how Kuro had looked when Tina crafted his Black Gun.
If they broke, Sengoku could always request replacements, but the memory of Kuro’s earlier praise lingered.
"Fine. PX-5, PX-7, deal with the other pirates! Luffy’s crew—I’ll handle them myself!"
Sengoku yanked his massive axe from his back, hoisting it onto his shoulder. "‘Pirate Hunter’ Roronoa Zoro and ‘Black Leg’ Sanji! Your presence here confirms it—Luffy’s crew has truly reunited! This time, I’ll arrest you all!"
"Try it if you can!" Zoro crouched low, his face twisting into a malevolent grin.
"Oi, Moss Head, you haven’t forgotten what Silvers Rayleigh said, have you? Now’s not the time to fight!" Sanji reminded him.
"I know, pervert chef, but—"
Zoro’s arms bulged with blue veins as he braced himself.
Crash!
Zoro locked blades with the descending axe, straining to hold it back. "We’re not leaving anytime soon!"
"Boil-Headed Kick!"
Sanji leapt into the air, twisting his body as he aimed a black-aura-wreathed kick at Sengoku’s neck.
"Geppou!"
Sengoku thrust his palm forward, unleashing a shockwave.
Boom!
Sanji’s kick struck a Haki barrier a distance from Sengoku’s palm. Using the recoil, Sanji flipped backward, spinning like a whirlwind before descending with a crushing aerial strike.
"Rough Chop!"
At the same moment, Zoro deflected Sengoku’s axe, crossing his dual blades behind his back and glaring.
"Three Sword Style!"
"These two!"
Sengoku’s pupils contracted. He vanished in a burst of speed, narrowly dodging Sanji’s kick. But Sanji pivoted mid-air, redirecting his leg from Sengoku’s head to his chest.
Sengoku had no choice but to raise his axe defensively.
Boom!
Sanji’s kick and Zoro’s slash struck simultaneously, slamming into Sengoku’s axe. The force made him grunt, skidding backward with each impact.
"Not bad, pervert chef", Zoro grinned maliciously.
Sanji landed, lighting a cigarette. "You’re not too shabby yourself, Moss Head."
Boom!
Before their words faded, a cannonball-like figure crashed down.
Luffy crouched between them, one fist planted on the ground, steam rising from his body as he grinned at the enemy. "You’re strong!"
As he spoke, a wisp-like figure landed beside Sengoku. Klah stood with one leg raised and the other bent, his face bearing fresh wounds. Blood dripped from his fingers—Luffy’s chest bore a matching scar.
"Luffy, you’ve grown stronger in these two years", Klah sneered. "And you, Roronoa Zoro. It’s been a while."
"This guy…" Zoro stared at Klah, then tilted his head. "Who’s he?"
"I AM Klah!"
Klah roared, "The Klah who seized your crewmate Usopp’s Syrobu Village! You two bastards—have you really forgotten me?!"
"Can’t say I remember", they replied in unison.
Sanji, of course, had no clue who he was. He hadn’t joined Luffy’s crew back then.
"Unforgivable!" Klah hissed, his expression hardening. "No matter. You’ll be arrested soon enough. Unlike Mr. Kuro, who couldn’t be bothered with trash like you, I’ve been dying to catch you!"
He’d been defeated as a pirate.
Now, as a Navy officer, he’d reclaim his pride!
Klah raised his hand, licking the blood from Luffy’s wound off his finger. "Luffy, see this? You’re not the only one who’s endured hell!"
As the blood touched his tongue, black fur erupted across Klah’s body. A tail burst from his rear, and a wolf’s head engulfed his face. His hands became clawed paws, bristling with dark fur.
Dogo Dogo Devil Fruit · Ancient Type · Wolf Human Form!
"A Devil Fruit user?!" Zoro exclaimed. "Now I remember! You’re—"
"Got it, huh?" Klah shoved his glasses onto his forehead, grinning maliciously. "That’s right!"
"CP9?!" Zoro narrowed his eyes. "What’s your name again?"
"Kalifa!" Sanji gasped. "Can CP (Cipher Pol) members join the Navy?!"
Klah fell silent.
He crouched, his breath growing ragged, then suddenly lunged, slashing his claws.
"Calm Step!"
Whoosh!
Chaotic blue slashes tore toward the trio, but they dodged effortlessly.
"Heh, you’re strong!" Luffy adjusted his shoulder bag, grinning at Klah. "I’ve got a feeling we’ll meet again. But for now—we’re out!"
"Oi!!" Zoro and Sanji shouted, sprinting after him.
"Don’t run, Luffy!" Klah and Sengoku barked, instinctively chasing.
But then—a massive slash screamed down from the sky.
They froze mid-step.
Boom!
A deep gash split the ground before them.
"Who?!"
Klah squinted at the slash’s origin, but the attacker had vanished. Only a glimpse of white hair remained.
Sengoku grabbed Klah’s arm. "Don’t dawdle! Chase them!"
"No, wait", Klah blocked him, staring at a distant hill. "Someone intervened. If they’re involved, we might fail. I’ll report to Mr. Kuro. Don’t worry—they can’t escape. Their ship’s in our hands."
(End of Chapter)
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