One Piece: Adopting Akainu at the beginning, adopted son Barrett

Chapter 178: Karp is silent, but the bystanders see clearly
"Oh!"

In the Naval Headquarters building, the door of the Admiral's office was slammed open, and a messenger marine rushed in in panic.

Without reporting, he said loudly:
"It's bad, Marshal Kong! Red... Red Earl Redfield... he... he is forcing his way into the artificial waterway of the Red Earth Continent!"

"Oh!"

"what!"

The desk was smashed violently, and Kong stood up, deeply shocked by the news reported by the messenger marine.

At the same time, I am also very happy about Redfield's suicidal behavior!

The artificial waterway, which is the exclusive waterway for the World Government, is a place that even Rocks in his heyday did not dare to set foot in!

What kind of madness has taken place on this Redfield that he would dare to seek death that even Rocks dared not?
"Okay, I'll leave right away. Go down and rest first, Marine."

Sora said as he turned around, not wanting to leave anymore, and smashed through the wall of the headquarters building as the Marines stared in amazement.

“Boom! Swoosh———boom!!”

The earth trembled as Kong jumped down from the top floor of the headquarters building, which was hundreds of meters high. He landed on an open space, stirring up dust. The floor beneath his feet collapsed directly downwards, with cracks all around.

"dong dong dong~"

Kong stepped forward, hurriedly rushing towards the direction of Yunzuo's battle platform. The distance of several thousand meters was covered in a moment as he jumped forward. He shouted loudly to the three people who were like ants not far away:

"Rose, help me!"

"Come on, come on, what happened? Why are you in such a hurry?"

After hearing the shouting in the distance, Ross turned into mist without thinking, wrapped around Sakaski and Garp, and quickly arrived in front of Sky Island, and asked.

"You've heard of Redfield, right? He's the new great swordsman who became famous in the New World in recent years. He's a monster of physical skills. He's the great pirate who challenged Newgate, Roger, Charlotte Linlin, and even Golden Lion."

Sora quickly explained the target's background and the reason why he was so anxious:

"He is now coming to the first half of the Grand Route through the artificial waterway of the Red Earth Continent. I need you, Ross, to take me there quickly to arrest him!

The artificial channel runs through the interior of the Red Earth Continent. That kind of terrain will limit the performance of strong physical warriors! And Garp, you are there too, so let's go together. If we catch him, the pirates' newly prosperous arrogance will definitely be reduced!"

Kong didn't care whether the defenders in the artificial waterway were dead or alive. After all, the navy who could be sent there were all screened scum, guys who could get along with the officials of the World Government.

The remaining defenders were just some CP agents. Their only role in delaying Redfield was to delay him for a second or two, nothing more.

So we have to be quick! We have to reach the artificial channel and intercept before Redfield leaves, so that Sora can have the confidence to arrest a powerful pirate.

And with the addition of Cap and Ross, this operation is absolutely a sure thing!
In a narrow space, a swordsmanship expert can exert greater strength, but a physical expert has no choice but to fight to the death.

Kong was quite confident in his own attainments in physical skills. Redfield was indeed a great swordsman, but his physical skills were definitely much worse than those of someone like him!

"Okay, let's get going immediately. Sakaski, you stay here and train with peace of mind. We'll be back soon."

As Ross spoke, a physical island cloud rose directly under the feet of the few people, dragging the three people straight towards the Red Earth Continent, leaving Sakaski alone, wanting to say something but stopping himself.

After thinking it over again and again, Ross still decided not to let Sakaski follow, because Redfield's observation Haki was stronger than his!

It’s not that he is better in realm, after all, he, Ross, is also the top-level Observation Haki!

Rather, it is Redfield's own strength that allows his observation Haki to dodge and lock faster and more accurately than his own.

If we compare the two, that is, the same display screen is paired with different host computers and graphics cards, Ross is at least one level lower than Redfield in hardware!
Ross could not ensure that he could protect Sakaski. After all, the fighting area was too small, and Sakaski's observation Haki was not as good as Sora and Garp.

When facing Redfield, perhaps even if he attacks with all his strength he won't be able to touch the opponent even once!
This is why Kong is so anxious.

The smaller the space, the fewer chances of evasion. He knew that he could not match Redfield in observation Haki, but he could use the terrain advantage to make the arrest.

With the help of Cap and Rose, he has no way to escape!
"Brother Kong, how much do you know about Redfield?"

Cap was not interested in the news in this regard. Besides, Redfield was wanted for his selfish behavior and there was nothing serious going on, so he was too lazy to find out.

After all, he could feel from the other party's behavior that he was not a bad person, and the title of pirate seemed to be forced upon him, so he did not really want to arrest the other party.

But this time, he cannot disobey Brother Kong's order, otherwise his days of being carefree as a troublemaker will be over. Brother Kong is not as easy to talk to as his good friend Zhan Guo.

"I don't know much either. I only know that he is a very self-centered person. He slaughtered all the nobles of an entire member country just because he was unhappy. Therefore, he was wanted by the World Government. The reward for his death is 100 million berries!"

As Kong spoke, he glanced at Garp and understood his decision. Although Garp was a thorn in the side, he knew his limits in front of him and was very shrewd in some aspects.

However, he couldn't let Garp do something he didn't like, whether because of the loss of face between superiors and subordinates in the past, or because of Garp's own strength, he didn't want to go too far.

Ross's strength is only effective for strong men of his level in open areas, so he can't be of much help.

It can be said that he was the only one fighting in this battle. The other two were just right, one harassing and the other picking up the leaks. Moreover, Kong was extremely confident that he would not necessarily lose to Redfield!
He added:

“After that, he disappeared for a long time. When he reappeared, it was in the past few years that he challenged Newgate and others, and the bounty also increased.

It is undeniable that he is very powerful, and his intelligence is comparable to Roger's. He is a strong enemy who can only be arrested in a narrow place! "

After saying this, Sora looked at Garp and Ross, his meaning was very clear.

Although he didn't know the specific background of Redfield, there were two people who knew Roger's background and could serve as a reference.

"If Redfield has mastered the top techniques of Observation Haki, or if Conqueror Haki has reached a very high level, then I tell you the truth, Marshal Kong, you will definitely lose!"

Ross spoke first, his tone solemn and powerful, as if he was stating an established fact.

In the "original book", Redfield appeared by stepping on the air to get to the position, but it can only be regarded as a narrow victory.

But defeat is defeat, there is no doubt about that.

"Oh? What do you mean?" Kong asked with a serious expression. Since there was still some time before he arrived at the Red Earth Continent, he had to make adequate preparations for this, which might be the only chance to arrest the great pirate Redfield.

He is confident, but not arrogant! At critical moments, even if Garp himself is unwilling, he will force him to join the battlefield, turning the situation into a righteous two-on-one!

The conversation was very curious about why Ross's words were so confident. The other party's attainment in Observation Haki was the strongest among the three of them, and Kong was willing to listen attentively.

Ross did not hesitate to reveal some of the things he knew:

"When your Observation Haki reaches the top, you can develop a very powerful technique from it, but it's very difficult. Even I have practiced for several years before I can use it.

I named it Observation Kill! A top-notch technique that can block Observation Haki! Even Roger's Observation Haki can be blocked by me!

This technique can be practiced through Conqueror's Haki, and the threshold is even lower than that of Observation Haki!"

"what!"

"Kill by sight and hearing? This is the first time I've heard of this technique."

Sora was surprised and Garp was confused.

Blocking the enemy's observation Haki? This is really cheating! The role of observation Haki in battle is no less than that of armament Haki!
This is equivalent to actively removing the opponent's arm, turning a one-on-one into a one-and-a-half, and autonomously achieving justice in a two-on-one situation!

Kong had no doubt about what Ross had just said. If Redfield really mastered this technique, even if he just touched the surface, it would be difficult for him to defeat him.

No matter how strong you are, it's useless if you can't touch it.

And Ross also said that this is a skill that can only be achieved with top-level observation Haki or deep domineering Haki, and it just so happens that Redfield has both!
"But it's not a big problem. Don't you still have me here? Besides, I'm the only one in the entire ocean who truly masters this technique. I only had this feeling by chance. Redfield can only use it subconsciously at most. Roger can do this too."

Ross's words made Kong feel a little relieved. It seemed that he had a way to deal with it.

What Ross had just said was not without purpose.

He was creating an opportunity for the emergence of "Jianwensha", and at the same time, he was also creating a "golden signboard" for himself, paving the way for a plan to be carried out when he returned to Yundao more than a year later.
After all, Kong will be promoted to the commander-in-chief of the three armed forces in the future, which proves that no matter how righteous he is now, he will be considered a member of the Half World Government in the future.

He would tell those guys what Ross wanted them to know.

In the original work, Shanks also studied this skill on his own, and it was still in a state of speculation before Ross traveled through time.

It was only after Ross's observation Haki reached a critical point that he began to try to develop the technique of "Observation Killing" and found that this was a kind of defensive inner will, similar to a firewall.

As long as the Observation Haki or Conqueror Haki reaches a critical point, one will feel it more or less, and the body will unconsciously begin to build a "firewall". This behavior is perfectly reflected in battle.

But no matter what, it is just passive, sometimes working and sometimes not. If you want to master it, you have to explore this path on your own.

So, what Shanks can do, Ross can also do through imitation and innovation, and Redfield may not be unable to do it!

Kong is very strong, even stronger than Garp now! The name "Steel Bone" is the embodiment of the pinnacle of physical skills.

If such a Kong could be defeated by Redfield, then the opponent might have won in areas other than physical skills, the most likely being his observation Haki!
Then there is Redfield's own special observation Haki, which allows him to peek into other people's inner thoughts, which is like turning on a perspective cheat!

But so far, not many people know about Roger's special observation Haki, let alone Redfield's observation Haki.

Ross didn't even know Redfield, and he had never even met him in person, so it was difficult for him to speak. He could only use the "seeing and hearing killing" as an excuse and as an opportunity.

Of course, the leakage of "Jianwensha" does not do much harm. Its prerequisites are extremely high, and it is even more difficult to develop without knowing the principle. Even if it is known, it cannot be countered. Its leakage will only increase Ross's own danger level by at least two levels!
There will be impact, but the benefits outweigh the disadvantages.

"Only Jianwenzai can counter Jianwenzai. This is the only way I can think of after mastering this technique."

Looking at Sora's eyes that were seeking answers, Ross said proudly.

When an unsolvable problem appears, its greatest function is to deter and publicize it externally, which is the same as nuclear weapons. Ross is still constantly deepening Kong's understanding of "see, hear and kill".

"That……"

"Don't worry, Marshal Kong will see my methods by then."

Ross obviously knew what Kong wanted to ask, but he pretended to be mysterious and put his index finger in front of his mouth, squinting his eyes and making a secret gesture.

Sora had no intention of asking more questions, but nodded, looking forward to Ross's mysteriousness.

Garp on the side picked his nose, looking nonchalant.

The battle lost its suspense once he and Sora intervened.

"Killing by Seeing and Hearing" is very powerful, but it is ultimately just a skill.

On the sea, no legendary pirate could face two physical training navy officers at the admiral level, or any two physical training masters at the same level, alone.

This is true even for someone as strong as Rocks. He is invincible in a one-on-one duel, but when fighting two against one, he will gradually fall into a disadvantage and eventually be defeated.

In the face of absolute power, skills are just a means of deterrence, just like a certain fruit.

Cap saw what Ross was thinking. Even though he exaggerated the "Kill with Observation" technique, his words were always leading to one point.

That is, short positions are bound to fail.

Under the unknown and pressure, he developed a blind idea and cognition of "killing by sight and hearing".

Karp didn't know why Ross did this, but after thinking about it, he didn't intend to expose his friend's plan.

After all, Ross had told him something as important as pure gold, so what reason did he have to influence him?

As long as Rose remains unchanged, Cap will be Rose's best friend!
Father, like son.

Ross used his Observation Haki to peek into Garp's inner emotions and guessed what he was thinking. He unconsciously curled up the corners of his mouth and smiled.

(End of this chapter)