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Chapter 191: The Collapsed Judicial Building, The War Begins
To the three Admirals, the power of ninjas was not entirely unknown. Having experienced multiple world wars, they possessed a clear understanding of their enemies.
While ninjas generally lacked the raw physical prowess found in the Pirate World, their difficulty lay in their unpredictability. The true headache was not the raw power of ninjutsu, but the myriad of strange effects different techniques possessed. This versatility was often the factor that allowed ninjas to turn the tide of battle.
However, that was in the past. Having fought ninjas countless times, the Marines felt they had collected sufficient intelligence. Their analysis of ninja combat capabilities was deep. The power known as Chakra in the other world was no longer something to be feared.
Moreover, with all three Admirals mobilizing together this time, taking down a single ninja should not be a significant problem.
The fleet slowly approached Enies Lobby. After landing, the Marine soldiers quickly advanced toward the island, while Kizaru, Aokiji, and Akainu strode toward the rear of the judicial island.
From the moment they set foot on the island, the eyes of the three Admirals were locked onto the roof of the tallest building. Even from the port, they could vaguely make out a figure standing atop the high tower. A palpable pressure radiated from that position.
Akainu walked through the gates with a cold expression, hurrying toward the back of the island. Kizaru and Aokiji followed, their expressions equally grim. All three burned with a silent rage.
This scene was captured in the eyes of the audience across the worlds.
The aura of the three Admirals was overwhelming; even through the screen, one could feel a powerful presence that made it difficult to remain calm. It was like smoke rising ominously into the air. The combat effectiveness of the Marine Admirals was absolute. The question now was how long this invader could last against them.
The people of the Pirate World were full of confidence.
Conversely, the people of the Ninja World were worried. Although the legendary ninja Uchiha Madara was strong, he was facing the Marines' three Admirals. They knew of these three men—users of magma, ice, and light—who were extremely difficult to deal with.
Even the Sannin—Tsunade, Jiraiya, and Orochimaru—had stated that the Marine Admirals were not to be underestimated. Uchiha Madara had a great reputation, but there was no guarantee he could easily handle these three monsters.
As the Admirals passed through the gates and arrived before the Enies Lobby judicial building, Madara, sitting atop the roof, slowly opened his eyes. He looked down at the three figures standing on the bridge below.
In that instant, an invisible sense of terror and oppression erupted, crushing down on the three Marines. This amazing sense of oppression was felt even by those watching through the screens, causing the expressions of the Five Kages in the Ninja World to turn grave.
For a moment, only the sound of the wind echoed in their ears. Neither side made a sound.
A few seconds passed before Madara stood up slowly, a smile playing on his lips. "The time is just right. You are very punctual."
Akainu snorted coldly. "You are quite courageous to actually sit here and wait for us."
Madara shrugged. "Indeed. But seeing you with my own eyes, I am a little disappointed. The so-called Marine Admirals, judged to be S-level fighters, don't look like much."
The Marine Admirals' combat effectiveness wasn't good? Perhaps only Madara would say such a thing. In the minds of the Five Kages, the three Admirals were anything but easy to deal with. They dared not underestimate them, yet Madara looked down on them with ease.
Onoki smiled wryly. "He's still the same as before, as arrogant as ever! Mr. Madara!"
The Fourth Raikage sighed. "I hope this guy doesn't screw up."
While they spoke, Madara suddenly jumped down from the roof, falling straight toward the Admirals. He landed steadily within two meters of Akainu. Madara raised his head and looked the Magma Admiral in the eye.
This move shocked many viewers in both worlds.
This guy... not only did he fail to keep his distance, but he actively shortened it? Did he not know that the people of the other world used a power called Haki, which allowed them to easily suppress ninjas in close-quarters combat?
However, what made the ninjas feel even more helpless was that Madara took a step forward, looking at the three with eyes full of disdain.
"You... are really pitifully weak. With your strength, I'm afraid it's impossible to even touch me."
Facing Madara's repeated provocations, Akainu, never one for a good temper, reached his limit. Scorching lava erupted instantly.
Thick black smoke rose from the magma surging from his right arm. Drops fell onto the bridge, melting the stone instantly. Akainu locked his eyes on Madara, raised his fist, and punched without hesitation.
"Then let me see just how much strength you have to back up that arrogance!"
"Great Eruption!"
Boom!
Terrifying magma exploded outward.
The moment Akainu burst into action, Madara sneered softly. He flipped backward, instantly opening the distance between him and Akainu. The lava swept past, almost grazing Madara's face, and slammed into the judicial building behind him, blasting a massive hole in the structure. The hissing sound of lava melting cement filled the air.
Madara, having dodged the shocking blow, remained calm. "What a pity. You almost hit me."
Veins popped on Akainu's forehead. He raised his hand to attack again, not caring if his assault would destroy the judicial building behind his target.
However, Aokiji rushed out suddenly, his cold air freezing the lava on the bridge. "Don't destroy Enies Lobby!" he warned Akainu.
As the words fell, a blue shadow flashed past, aiming for Madara.
"Ice Time Capsule!"
Crack... crack...
Ice spread rapidly across the ground, closing in on Madara. Watching the encroaching frost, Madara quickly wove hand signs.
"Fire Style: Majestic Destroyer Flame!"
Boom!!
A massive wall of flame erupted against the invasion of frost, sweeping toward Aokiji with crushing momentum. To suppress the Ice-Ice Fruit's freezing ability with flames... this was somewhat beyond Aokiji's expectations.
Seeing the fire about to consume him, Aokiji prepared to retreat, but Akainu jumped forward.
"It's just a flame..."
"Hellhound!"
Lava erupted through the fire. The magma, hot enough to burn even fire itself, broke through Madara's sea of flames in an instant, spreading rapidly in his direction.
Madara smiled coldly, jumping up and landing directly on the side of the Enies Lobby building. Standing horizontally on the vertical wall, he looked down at Akainu. "Magma is indeed stronger than flame."
"Have you ever been kicked at the speed of light? Mr. Otherworlder."
Golden particles gathered above Madara's head. Madara's expression suddenly changed. He slowly turned his head.
In mid-air behind him, Kizaru's Lightspeed Kick exploded in an instant.
Boom!!!!!
A deafening roar erupted as the Enies Lobby building was sheared in half. A single kick from Admiral Kizaru caused the massive structure to collapse from the middle.
The intelligence officers of the Marines and Enies Lobby watched helplessly as the judicial building was destroyed by Kizaru.
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