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Mihawk's action immediately drew the attention of many. Even Akainu, seated at the execution platform, couldn't help but say, "I never expected Mihawk to actively intervene!"
Mihawk ignored the expectant glances, his eyes firmly fixed on Whitebeard.
"I just want to see exactly how great the gap is between him and me!"
As the World's Strongest Swordsman, Mihawk was a pure warrior with a passion for challenging strong opponents that was second to none.
Mihawk grasped the Black Blade Yoru on his back. As one of the only twelve Supreme Grade Swords in existence, only it was worthy of Mihawk!
Swoosh!
Mihawk's movement was lightning-fast. He struck a blow from hundreds of meters away. There were no flashy techniques, just the purest slash! A blue-green sword slash instantly cleaved the ground, flying like a soaring dragon toward the Moby Dick.
Marines and pirates along the way scrambled to get out of the path. The full-power strike of the World's Strongest Swordsman was not something they could afford to touch!
However, Whitebeard stood motionless on the Moby Dick's bow, facing the massive attack. In fact, a cold, arrogant smirk appeared on his lips.
"Hmph! If you want to touch Pops, you'll have to get past me first!"
A burly figure suddenly bolted out, blocking the Moby Dick's path.
BOOM!
The massive sword slash slammed violently into the figure, creating a deafening sound. Immediately afterward, the crowd realized that the slash was held firmly in place by the man, unable to advance another half-step!
"HRAH!"
The man roared, suddenly lifting his hands. The terrifying sword energy was instantly redirected into the sky, dissipating near the horizon.
Everyone looked closely and saw a man entirely covered in glistening diamonds standing firm, without a scratch on him!
"It's Commander Jozu!"
"Woohoo! Long live Commander Jozu!"
The Whitebeard Pirates instantly erupted in cheers. The Third Division Commander, Jozu, was the user of the Kira Kira no Mi (Gleam-Gleam Fruit). He could transform any part of his body into diamond, gaining impenetrable defense and extremely high attack power.
Mihawk slightly narrowed his eyes. "Diamond" Jozu, was it? Truly worthy of being called the Adamantine Shield! With him here, the attempt to test Whitebeard's strength was likely to fail.
Mihawk sheathed his Black Blade Yoru and silently walked to the side. He was interested in Whitebeard, but he wouldn't engage in a life-and-death struggle for the Marines.
The battle returned to the desperate, bloody skirmish between ordinary combatants.
Skypiea, Seireitei.
"That Mihawk is quite skilled! Too bad he was blocked, or we could have seen Whitebeard's full power," Yoruichi commented, watching the live broadcast with great interest.
Soi Fon was puzzled next to her.
"Lord Spirit King, are we still not leaving?"
Auguro, who had been engrossed in the broadcast, smiled.
"Not yet! Important figures must always make their entrance at the crucial moment!"
Auguro hadn't forgotten his system quest to make the God Kingdom famous!
The grand stage of the Summit War was the perfect opportunity to complete this task! However, the war hadn't reached its climax yet; going now would be a wasted opportunity!
Marineford. With the charge of Jozu and the affiliated ship captains, the Marines' defensive line outside the harbor was finally breached.
Kizaru attempted to capture the king by targeting Whitebeard directly with his Yasakani Sacred Jewel (Light Orbs). However, Marco blocked all of the attacks and kicked Kizaru away. After that, Kizaru only issued empty threats and did not engage further. The ultimate slack-off King, indeed!
Finally, Akainu lost his patience. Looking at the giant ice chunk thrown by Jozu, his right arm was completely transformed into magma.
"Great Eruption!" (Dai Funka)
The massive magma fist instantly incinerated the ice chunk, then transformed into a shower of volcanic bombs that rained down upon the charging pirates. A single move completely suppressed the high morale of the Whitebeard Pirates.
"This is trouble!"
Marco, soaring in the air, felt his heart sink. Against so many elite Marines, they would struggle to break through in one swift go! The longer the delay, the more disadvantageous it was for the Whitebeard Pirates.
RUMBLE!
Just then, a gigantic figure slowly approached from the rear of the battlefield. A Marine warship was slowly lifted by this figure and then violently slammed into the harbor!
"Ace! I've come to save you!" A thunderous roar, like a storm, swept across the area.
Little Oars Jr., the descendant of the ancient giant demon, stood at $38$ meters tall! Even the Giants in the Marines had to look up at him!
"Wait! Little Oars! Don't be reckless!" Whitebeard immediately shouted a warning. Little Oars' strength was considerable, but he was no match for the true powerhouses!
However, Little Oars ignored the warning and continued to advance. Simple-minded, he only knew he had to rescue Ace.
But Little Oars failed to see that two people were locked in combat right in front of him!
Clang! Clang!
Vista jumped backward, putting distance between himself and Aizen Sousuke. He looked at Aizen Sousuke with a dark face.
"You bastard, you're holding back your strength, aren't you?"
They had fought for so long that even Vista's stamina had dropped considerably, and he was breathing heavily. In contrast, his opponent maintained a calm, effortless composure. The power behind his sword had not wavered in the slightest from beginning to end! Vista had never seen such near-psychopathic control!
Aizen Sousuke smiled faintly.
"Who knows?"
"Detestable bastard!" Vista cursed silently. He thought he had found an equal opponent, but he was being completely toyed with!
"Marine! Get out of the way!"
Just then, a voice like thunder boomed from above. Vista looked up to see Little Oars charging up behind him, raising his gigantic cutlass and swinging it down at Aizen Sousuke!
"No! Little Oars, pull back!"
Vista cried out in terror, urgently trying to stop him. But Little Oars' cutlass was already in motion, recalling it was impossible.
Aizen Sousuke's eyes barely moved. He smiled lightly, "How spectacular! In a different time, I would truly like to study your miraculous physique!"
"But for now, I can only offer my apologies!"
A strong feeling of horror welled up in Vista's heart. Without thinking, his body shot toward Aizen Sousuke like an arrow.
Yet, he was one step too late!
Aizen Sousuke stood motionless. A thick mass of Armament Haki surged onto the Kyōka Suigetsu in his hand.
Shing!
Aizen Sousuke slashed upward into the air. The next second, a silver line rose from the ground, soaring into the clouds. Little Oars' cutlass was severed instantly, as if cut by a hot knife through butter.
The silver line passed through Little Oars' shoulder, severing his left arm completely! Blood poured down like rain.
"Oars!"
Ace on the execution platform cried out in grief and fury. A surge of ferocity erupted in Whitebeard's eyes.
Aizen Sousuke lifted his head, a chilling aura flowing from his eyes.
"Give up! As long as I am here, none of you shall pass!"