Chapter 587: The Golden Mist that Grants Any Wish
Chapter 587: The Golden Mist that Grants Any Wish
"Yah, are you trying to surround us?"
Kaz once again shifted his stance, pointing two fingers at Sage, "That's absolutely impossible."
Boom!
Before Kaz could finish his sentence, a thunderous sound erupted, and Sage's figure vanished from his spot, reappearing in the blink of an eye in front of a young man named Va'ao, who wore protective goggles.
Va'ao's pupils constricted, and his hands glowed with a verdant green light once more, but instead of striking forward, he attempted to wipe it onto his own body.
Smack!
Just as he lifted his hand, a hand grabbed his face, lifting him up forcefully.
"Do you think you're faster than me?"
Sage held his head, and with his other hand clenched in a fist, he punched Va'ao's abdomen. With a loud thud, Va'ao's limbs went limp, hanging like a ragdoll, swaying slightly.
This single punch shattered his entire body, and the aura surged through his body, breaking through various vital points—Qi She, Da Xiong Jin, Zhan Yong, Xin Xian Zhong, and the upper and lower blood seas—all of which could paralyze his body.
However, his exquisite and unparalleled mastery of body techniques ensured that he remained alive.
"No matter what your ability is, without physical strength, you won't be able to use it naturally."
Sage released his grip, letting Va'ao fall like a lifeless snake. Just as he let go, he disappeared again and reappeared in front of Hewitt, who had just managed to get up.
As an expert in body techniques, Hewitt reacted swiftly. As Sage vanished, he assumed a defensive stance, his body radiating with energy, causing his arm muscles to swell. He took a firm horse stance and let out a loud shout.
"Not enough."
Boom!!
As the sound reverberated, Sage appeared in front of Hewitt and threw a direct punch. The moment his fist made contact with Hewitt's crossed arms, a tremendous force sent his arms flying, accompanied by the crisp sound of cracking bones. His arms were forced outward, unable to block the punch, and he was struck squarely in the center of his chest.
With just one punch, Hewitt's body trembled, and his knees buckled as he collapsed to the ground.
Whoosh!
Sage instantly teleported in front of the burly man in women's clothing and raised his fist, "I hate hermaphrodites!"
"Sword Will!"
The burly man broke into a cold sweat and clenched his teeth. The previous girlish demeanor vanished, replaced by a solemn expression as he swiftly drew his sword. The moment the blade left its sheath, it unleashed a chillingly sharp force, as if it could sever anything in its path.
"Aura? Will? Too weak!"
Sage's lips curled into a smirk, as if he hadn't seen the sword at all. He punched down, his immense strength causing the incoming blade to bounce downward. With another punch to the chest, he sent the burly man collapsing to the ground.
"This swordsmanship..."
Lily was taken aback. The burly man's sword had exuded a powerful aura, and she sensed a massive force, as if the will had been condensed and unleashed in one concentrated burst. However, unlike the Great Swordmaster, who could only maintain this state briefly, this sword strike seemed to have been charged for many years.
If that were the case, it should have turned into a Black Blade.
"Is this even possible? The Tyrant Aura can achieve this, but the Armed Color of Will cannot be hidden or accumulated. This is indeed a unique method."
Lily pondered for a moment, then shook her head, "What a pity, it's not suitable for me."
This burly man had briefly revealed his true nature—a bold and straightforward man—but he deliberately maintained a girlish demeanor, perhaps to store his willpower.
Whether it was a case of dual personalities or forcing himself to this extent, it was still a deviant path with no redeeming qualities.
The crucial point was that the willpower that seemed to have been stored for a long time was nothing before Sage.
Forcing a change in one's personality inherently weakens one's willpower. No matter how much you accumulate, it can never surpass the innate freedom and self-acceptance of a true hero who faces their inner self.
"It's your turn."
Only then did Sage turn to face Kaz, "I'm most interested in you, but I know you're not what I think you are, which makes me even more curious."
"Me—"
Before Kaz could finish speaking, Sage appeared in front of him in an instant. Without waiting for Kaz to react, Sage punched him in the abdomen, and the aura penetrated his body, causing him to collapse like a pile of mud.
"I don't need you to tell me, I'll ask them myself."
With a swift kick, he sent Kaz flying, and in a flash, the other two limp bodies were flung aside, landing near a young man named Va'ao.
Whoosh! A gust of wind blew past them, and Sage's figure reappeared before them.
The terrifying stance was gone, and his fiery white hair had returned to normal.
In his Full Form Fiftyfold, few could withstand him on the high seas, and even fewer could match him blow for blow. These men were not among them.
Their auras were strong, but they hadn't reached the pinnacle, not even close to the Green Bull and Tiger, who represented the peak in Sage's eyes.
Using this form against them was an honor they didn't deserve.
"Now, tell me the truth," Sage said, raising his leg and delivering four strikes to their backs, hitting the secret 'New One' pressure points.
Without a single mistake, he struck with precision.
"I'll ask, and you answer, one by one, starting from the left. Who are you, what are your abilities, and why are you here?"
"You..." Va'ao struggled to lift his head, baring his teeth in a grin. "You think I'll tell you? I'm Va'ao, a special hire of the World Government. I came here to become a high-ranking official."
"I ate the 'Xiao Xiao Fruit' and gained the power to erase all traces of existence. When I erase something, not only do I remove its presence, but I also erase everyone's memories of it, completely wiping it from existence. I came here to ensure that the news of the Golden Mist remains hidden, especially from pirate emperors like you."
As he finished, his eyes widened, as if trying to bite his tongue, but despite having the strength to speak, he couldn't muster the force to bite down, as if controlled.
"In front of me, you will speak the truth," Sage said with a sinister smile. "My Northern Constellation God Fist is no mere trick."
This ability was one of his strengths, allowing him to run his empire without fear of deception.
Sometimes he used it to force those he doubted to speak the truth, and sometimes he didn't bother. As a pirate, if he suspected someone, he didn't need the truth; he could just eliminate them.
"The Xiao Xiao Fruit, a power user... Was it your ability that erased my pressure point strike earlier?" Sage asked.
Va'ao tried to keep his head down, but his mouth moved against his will. "Yes, I felt something was wrong and used my ability to erase it. My power can even erase a short period of time, which is how I managed to bring the person out of your grasp."
Sage gave a cold laugh and turned away from Va'ao, addressing the next man, "Your turn."
The man, who claimed to be a master of all martial arts on the high seas, spoke in a deep voice, "I am Karl Hewitt, seeking the realm of divine body technique. I must admit, you are more formidable. I, too, came for the Golden Mist, hoping to revive my kingdom. I made a foolish mistake in the past, and now I yearn for a peaceful life."
Sage turned to the next man.
"Gackel, a swordsman, I came here seeking the Golden Mist to resurrect my wife, the girl I impersonated. She passed away from an illness. For years, I've spoken in her mannerisms and tone to honor her memory, but I'm not entirely sure. I've heard that the Golden Mist can grant any wish."
"Grant any wish?" Sage was taken aback. "You came for just a legend?"
"It's not a legend," Kaz suddenly spoke up. "It's true. My ancestors have records of its power."
(End of Chapter)
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