One Piece: From Picking Up Red Hair's Broken Arm

Chapter 265 Awakening! The General Descends!
"envy?"

Kuina's gaze grew even colder as she swung her sword again:
"You? What do you have that I'm jealous of!"

Amidst the whistling sound of swords tearing through the air, the two fought their way from the deck to the ice. Smoothie chuckled softly.
"What do you think? Of course, you're jealous that I could openly confess my feelings to your Lord Xia Nuo, and even propose to him..."

Kuina's swordplay suddenly faltered.

“I saw everything clearly at the tea party.”

Smoothie breathed softly into her ear, "Every time I get close to Shano, your eyes practically want to devour me alive. You can't hide it. What, the mighty 'Wind Erosion' Guina, don't you even have the courage to confess?"

"Shut up!"

With a roar, Kuina's sword strikes suddenly became several times more powerful, unleashing a steel-slicing flash that carved a furrow dozens of meters long into the ice.

Smoothie was unable to withstand the attack and was sent flying backward, crashing heavily onto the distant iceberg.

"Nonsense speculation. I have only respect for Lord Xia Nuo, unlike you, whose mind is full of such filthy thoughts."

Smoothie felt a sharp pain in her chest, but her smile only grew brighter. After flipping over and leaping up, she continued to add fuel to the fire:
"Hey, hey, hey, you got angry because your secret was exposed? How pathetic. But it's understandable, after all, it's someone as dazzling as Lord Xia Nuo. Anyone would be tempted, right?"

"What a pity, what a pity. It seems that they don't even like you. You'll only ever be a swordsman who silently protects others in this lifetime."

"What do you know!"

Kuina finally erupted, her years of suppressed emotions bursting forth like a flood, and she roared through gritted teeth:

"You have no idea how high Lord Xia Nuo's dream is! I must be the sharpest sword, accompanying him to the very end! When the goal is achieved, all I have to do is confess my feelings, and naturally..."

The words were on the tip of his tongue, but he stopped abruptly.

Is it really possible?

A hint of uncertainty and confusion flashed in Guina's eyes.

Will my feelings really be accepted...?

Got it!
Take advantage of it now!

Smoothie's eyes lit up, and she seized the opportunity to lunge forward, her longsword aimed straight for her opponent's heart:
"Admit it, you're just jealous that I can openly express my feelings, while you, you coward, don't even have the courage to face your own emotions!"

clang!
At the critical moment, Kuina parried the fatal blow, and the two clashed swords, staring coldly at each other at close range.

"you're right."

Guina took a deep breath and closed her eyes.

When he opened his eyes again, they were completely calm.
"Perhaps I'm still influenced by my father and the atmosphere of my hometown. My personality is indeed too introverted. I've been running away from this feeling, and I can't even bring myself to express my feelings."

"But now, thanks to your reminder and provocation!"

She suddenly exerted her strength, shaking Smoothie away:

"Always using those excuses to deceive yourself and escape reality! That's the most incompetent and weakest thing to do! Someone like me can never become the sharpest sword in the hands of adults!"

"And today, at this very moment, I will use these hands to personally sever this weakness!"

A fierce glint flashed in Kuina's eyes.

hum!
The Wado Ichimonji, which had been with him for over ten years, suddenly began to tremble violently at this moment, emitting a clear, ringing sound while unleashing an unstoppable and terrifying aura.

Smoothie was astonished to find that her longsword had been forced back to her chest, the blade bending into an almost broken arc under the immense force.

This is……

This is????
The next instant!
boom!
Centered on Kuina, a violent shockwave exploded outwards, causing the pirates closest to her to roll their eyes and faint in droves.

Smoothie was also thrown dozens of meters by the shockwave. Staggering, she raised her head, and upon seeing the scene before her, her eyes bulged and her mouth gaped open:

"Hey, hey, hey, you're kidding, right..."

It seems I've completely made things worse.

But, but...

This is really strange.

Who would awaken their talent for such a reason?!

In mid-air—

The woman who always wore her hair in a high ponytail with meticulous care had her hair tie broken, and her black hair was cascading wildly behind her head like a waterfall, yet she still kept her eyes closed, sword in hand, completely unconcerned.

Click!

Black and red lightning, as if alive, overflowed from all parts of her body, spreading recklessly in all directions, scorching the air and creating distorted ripples.

Under Smoothie's dumbfounded gaze.

Kuina finally opened her eyes.

His eyes, which were originally as calm as a cold pool, were now burning with a fierce fighting spirit, as if molten lava was surging deep within his pupils.

"Why did you stop talking? Keep going."

A cold voice rang out: "Why do I get the feeling that you're regretting it?"

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The outer edge of the Milky Way sea area.

On a lonely reef.

Jinbe sat cross-legged, with his hands on his knees, his eyes slightly closed, meditating and regulating his breathing.

The sound of waves crashing in his ears, and a gentle breeze caressing his blue skin, bringing a refreshing coolness.

I do not know how long it has been.

He slowly opened his eyes and gently exhaled.

"Lord Shano, has he not returned yet?"

Jinbe looked into the distance, where seven islands were faintly visible through the thin mist.

He had come here from Fishman Island several days ago.

The purpose is simple.

He apologized for the past incident involving Ah Long and thanked Fishman Island for saving it from disaster.

But unfortunately, luck wasn't on my side.

Shano himself was nowhere to be found. One of the officers left behind told him that Lord Shano had gone out with the main fleet and that his return date was uncertain. He suggested that Shano return to Fishman Island first and visit again another day.

But after much deliberation, Jinbe decided to stay and wait.

However, he declined the invitation to rest in the territory of the Fallen Ones. The master was not home, and it would be too impolite for him, a guilty man, to enter so abruptly.

Looks like it's going to be another day of waiting in vain.

Jinbe sighed, stood up, and stretched his limbs.

Just as he was about to continue meditating, he suddenly seemed to sense something, frowned, and turned to look at the sea to the south—

Hululu~
On the azure sea, a somewhat strange figure was seen slowly flying.

It was a tall man with green hair and a huge yellow flower on his head, spinning rapidly, like a propeller carrying him across the sea.

Ok?
The green-haired man quickly noticed Jinbe on the reef, and suddenly changed his flight path, heading straight for him.

"Hey, you blue fat guy over there."

The man stopped a few meters away from Jinbe, hovering on the sea surface, and looked him over with interest. "Eh, is that a fish-man? That's quite rare in our South China Sea. What, are you one of the Fallen Ones?"

"No."

Jinbe shook his head slightly, squinting at the newcomer: "I'm just waiting for someone here. Where are you going, sir?"

"Aren't you one of the Fallen Ones?" Huang Mu grinned, revealing his gleaming white teeth. "Then it seems there's no need to kill you. Alright, go play somewhere else."

He then looked up, surveyed the distant islands, and clicked his tongue in amazement:

"With so few ships, it seems they really have come out in full force. It's so convenient to have the navy's intelligence support... Hehehe, let's take out his stronghold first. When that kid comes back and sees the mess, his expression will be very interesting."

"Wait a minute!"

Jinbe's gaze sharpened, and he abruptly stood up, shouting in a deep voice, "Are you implying that these words are detrimental to the Fallen Ones?"

Upon hearing this, Huang Mu slowly turned his head, a dangerous glint flashing in his eyes: "What, Blue Fatty, are you going to meddle in other people's business?"

“My name is Jinbe. Although I am not a member of the Fallen Ones, Lord Shano has done a favor for Fishman Island.”

Jinbe assumed a karate starting stance and shouted sternly, "If you have come here seeking revenge, then I cannot stand idly by."

"Jinbe... that name sounds somewhat familiar."

Huang Mu picked at his ear, a look of displeasure appearing on his face, but he quickly flicked the earwax away with his finger, grinning maliciously:

"I still can't remember, but it doesn't matter. I already let you off the hook, but you still insisted on courting death. Well, I'll just use you as a warm-up!"

They are clearly a lower species that is trampled underfoot by humans, yet they have no self-awareness whatsoever!

Whoosh!
Before he finished speaking, Aramaki's right hand transformed into a thick vine, shooting towards Jinbe like a giant python!

"Murloc Karate·Akara Sowa Shoken!"

Jinbe lowered his waist and stood on his horse, his fists carrying a surge of air as he unleashed a thunderous punch!
The moment the two forces collided, waves dozens of meters high exploded on the sea surface, and the wild vines, after a brief standoff, were shattered inch by inch by the shock.

"Huh? That's interesting."

Huang Mu took a half step back, raising an eyebrow slightly. "Looks like he's no ordinary small fry."

"But that's all!"

He grinned maliciously and spread his arms wide. Countless thick, thorny vines grew wildly from his body, attacking from all directions at a dazzling speed.

"Fishman Karate - Shizura Se!"

Jinbe reacted swiftly, his palms glowing blue as he slammed them against the sea, creating giant waves that served as a barrier.

However, the power of these vines was significantly greater than before. Many of them pierced through the water curtain, leaving several bloody holes in his shoulders and legs. One of the thickest vines even slammed heavily into his chest.

Jinbe grunted and was sent flying high into the sea, splashing up a huge spray of water.

Blood mist spread across the seawater.

But only for a moment...

Wow!
Jinbe then broke through the waves, stood up straight, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, and looked at the other party with a solemn expression.

This guy is amazing!

He had seen too much of the world; after just a few moves, he could tell that his opponent's strength was among the highest in this vast ocean!

No wonder he dared to come to the Fallen Ones' territory seeking revenge all by himself!

but……

"No matter what, I won't let you pass!"

Jinbe roared angrily, "If you want to enter the Milky Way Ocean, you'll have to step over my dead body first, even if it means risking the honor of the sun!"

The other party is indeed much stronger than me!

There is no doubt about this.

But, as a fish-man, and as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, known as the strongest in naval warfare—

On this home turf called the sea, there is no need to be so afraid. We have the confidence and strength to hold off our opponent!
"Fishman, how funny."

Huang Mu was getting impatient. "It seems like even my recovery ability is faster in the sea. Tsk, this is really troublesome. In that case, I'll show you my true skills..."

"The birth of the tree world!"

The next moment.

Jinbe suddenly felt the light above his head dim.

He subconsciously looked up and his expression changed drastically.

Countless vines were weaving a giant net that covered the sky and pressed down on the sea surface. After contacting the seawater, instead of shrinking, they squeezed out the seawater, occupied the space, and multiplied and spread wildly.

In the blink of an eye.

This entire area, spanning several nautical miles, was transformed into a primeval forest!
As for Huang Mu himself, his body was rapidly expanding, his skin was woody, and it showed the texture of tree bark. In the blink of an eye, he transformed into a towering ancient tree tens of meters tall!

"This……"

Jinbe broke out in a cold sweat. His opponent had actually developed the Logia-type Devil Fruit to the point of awakening, and even the seawater could not stop its expansion!
In this way, their only advantage will also disappear!
Haha, did you see that?

The ancient tree, transformed from the desolate pasture, emitted a deep laugh, and a ferocious mouth split open on its trunk:
"Fishman, the sea you once relied on is now my forest!"

boom!
Countless vines lashed out like giant pythons, and Jinbe gritted his teeth to meet them, striking with his hand blade imbued with Armament Haki, but only managed to tear apart a few scattered vines.

More vines wrapped around his limbs, and sharp splinters pierced his muscles, drawing blood.

"Mlocculant Karate·Original Technique·Murayuki!"

Jinbe roared, unleashing all his Haki at that moment, shattering the restraints, and clenched his right fist, slamming it towards Aramaki's main body with all his might.

boom!
A massive shockwave exploded, blasting a large hole in the trunk of the barren tree, sending wood chips flying everywhere. But in an instant, new branches grew wildly from the wound, and the tree was restored to its original state in the blink of an eye.

"Useless, useless, useless! Murloc!"

The human face on the giant tree had vanished, but the wild, unrestrained laughter of the desolate shepherd echoed from all directions, causing the entire forest to tremble and resonate slightly.

"In this realm I created, I am a god, immortal! And without the sea, how long can you endure?"

Jinbe knelt on one knee, clutching his chest and gasping for breath, blood gushing from his wound.

He struggled to lift his head and looked around, only to find that even the top of his head was completely covered by the forest, as if he were in a huge green cage.

Even escaping will be difficult...

Looking at the giant tree overhead, which was pressing closer and closer.

Is this the end of it?

At this critical moment——

boom! ! !
A massive meteorite, burning with raging flames, suddenly fell from the sky, crashing heavily onto the top of the forest like a hammer of the gods.

Countless trees and vines twisted and broke under the terrifying pressure, burning into a sea of ​​fire.

"Fire? Meteorite?"

A voice filled with shock and anger came from the tree trunk, and the enormous human face reappeared, "Who? Who is it!"

"Where are you looking? Aren't I right above your head?"

Jinpei and Aramaki both looked up.

High above, a figure was slowly descending from the sky, a purple bathrobe fluttering in the wind. A blind man, holding a cane and a knife and wearing wooden clogs, stood between the two.

Behind him followed an orange-haired girl with flames burning in her palms, giggling.

That attack that just burned down the forest seemed to be a combination move by the two of them...

"Mr. Yixiao!"

A look of surprise flashed in Jinbe's eyes. This second strongest fighter of the Fallen Ones hadn't come out with them?
"I have been in seclusion for the past few days and have not been able to greet you. I am truly sorry."

Fujitora landed steadily beside Jinbe, and with a hint of apology, bowed slightly.
"Lord Jinbe, thank you so much for your hard work. It's fortunate you kept that person at bay, preventing the battle from affecting the people in our territory. Now, I'll leave it to Nami and me."

(End of this chapter)