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Chapter 624: This Aura, You Actually Possess...
Chapter 624: This Aura, You Actually Possess...
"If repentance could defeat the wicked, I'd repent too. But reality doesn't work that way! That's precisely why our Navy exists! Can you still call yourselves Navy members like this?!"
Kas's words gradually stirred ripples among the previously indifferent Navy members.
As if freed from some enchantment, their gazes shifted from blankness to confusion, then slowly ignited with renewed determination.
"But..."
This time, however, things were different. Under the influence of the Justicewhite energy, they didn't sober up immediately. Instead, they hesitated.
"Holy Maiden once said, if we don't repent, there will be no savior to save us." One Navy member, clearly struggling internally, gritted his teeth and spoke slowly.
"There's never been any savior!"
Kas stepped forward, sweeping his gaze across the group before locking eyes with the hesitant member.
"Kuromr. once said this world has no savior! If fighting wickedness is a crime, what about the wicked attacking civilians? Using kindness alone against the wicked is useless. Only by striking back with equal force can we eradicate wickedness!"
He clenched his Fist, his face glowing with a sacred-like radiance. "If we must choose a savior, then we Navy members are the civilians' greatest saviors!"
As he spoke, the white mist surrounding them expanded, enveloping everyone. The sudden surge of energy jolted them awake, Deng Shi's influence finally dispelling their confusion.
"Ooooooh!!! We Are the saviors! Kuromr., those words are absolutely brilliant!" Wilbur clenched both fists, blue veins bulging as he roared with excitement.
Klah pushed his glasses up, his hands trembling slightly.
Even he couldn't suppress his excitement.
The others were no different—except Ju Geng, who usually tuned out speeches. Even she felt her heart pounding under the mist's stimulation.
She couldn't hear clearly, but what she saw—their fiery determination—was electrifying.
"Hey, no way..."
Lida stared in disbelief at Kas's clenched fist. "This aura... You actually have it? Impossible! Kuro? Hmm? Where's Kuro?!"
She turned her head and realized Kuro was already gone.
In the sky, Kuro shot straight toward a distant direction, his high-speed impact blasting through wind and snow, creating a wisp-like air barrier.
"I found you." Kuro murmured softly.
Since stepping onto the island, he'd activated Observation Haki, searching for suspicious targets.
The islanders, especially those gathered in the town, all had strong life auras, making them hard to pinpoint. Fortunately, their current auras were weakened—likely due to prolonged vegetarianism and poor nutrition.
Discarding those, the remaining targets became easier to locate.
As expected, there were strong men on the island, their auras terrifyingly powerful. But among them, one "sacred" aura shone like the sun—easy to spot.
At Grande Port's highest peak, where the summit nearly pierced the clouds, several figures knelt in meditation. Unlike Grande Port's people, they wore neat white robes and hooded cloaks, exuding martial dignity. Before them stood an "iron maiden."
A female statue-shaped iron coffin stood upright on a platform at the mountain peak.
"He's here."
A crisp voice echoed from within the iron maiden.
The sound made everyone open their eyes.
"Holy Maiden Officer."
Lucius Kro, his figure gaunt, asked, "What's arrived?"
"A demon."
The iron maiden's voice remained crisp yet reassuring. "A demon obstructing humanity's pursuit of peaceful happiness has arrived."
The words made them pause.
One worthy of being called "demon" by Holy Maiden Officer...
"I'll go."
Lucius Kro stood, approaching a large rock nearby. There rested a tattered knight captain's spear and a rusted, chipped longsword.
Gripping both weapons, he turned with a serious expression. "Holy Maiden Officer is resting. Others must protect her safety. That demon is my responsibility. I, Russell, swear by my name—no one will stop Holy Maiden Officer's wish!"
...
"The highest peak? In such freezing cold? What's this Devil Fruit user thinking?"
Kuro soared upward, following the aura. Suddenly, a whistling sound erupted from below.
"Hmm?"
His eyes narrowed. He dodged sideways as a wisp of white energy slash zipped past.
Looking down, he spotted a white-armored knight on a half-mountain path. Cloaked in a hooded cloak, Lucius Kro rode a long-eared donkey.
"Ahh—mm—ahh—mm!"
The donkey brayed oddly.
"Pegasus, I know this enemy is formidable, but for Holy Maiden Officer's ideal, I must stop anyone."
Russell patted the donkey's head, gazing at the sky. "So it's you, Golden Lion. No wonder Holy Maiden Officer branded you a 'demon.'"
"You know me?"
Kuro hovered midair, slightly surprised. "You look familiar, but I can't place it."
Russell raised his longsword. "I am 'Glory Knights' knight captain Russell. Now, I'm Grand Army Commander of the Holy Church Army, Russell. Golden Lion, we met at Shabondy."
"Shabondy? A pirate who met me at Shabondy?"
"All past now. I now fight as the embodiment of hope for Holy Maiden Officer's ideal!"
The longsword pointed straight at Kuro. "I won't let you pass. Holy Maiden Officer is resting. She must proceed to the next island to save this world."
"Holy Maiden Officer?"
Kuro glanced at the indistinct summit, then surged forward.
"Old man, I don't have time to play. After dealing with your Holy Maiden, I'll come find you."
But suddenly, a thunderous roar erupted. A white meteor streaked with shockwaves rocketed toward Kuro.
Kuro's eyes narrowed. He dodged again, the meteor flashing past.
The knight captain's spear whizzed by him.
Looking down, Russell maintained his throwing stance, eyes sharp. "I said—I won't let you leave."
"This output method..."
Kuro glanced at the trailing white meteor, squinting. "Familiar too. You... What's your relation to the Cline Kingdom?!"
"Cline?"
Russell hesitated, surprised. "You know that evil kingdom?!"
(End of Chapter)
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