XX-level Hokage

The outer city of Dressrosa was in ruins, with lava burning the earth. The aftershocks of the battle had not yet completely dissipated, but the scorching heat and bloody smell in the air indicated that the outcome of the battle was gradually becoming clear.

Mashiro stood high above, coldly looking down at everything.

She then smiled slightly. Akainu's defeat was part of her plan, and everything that happened was exactly as she had planned. The balance of the battle had completely tilted in her favor.

"Dragon, it's time to end all of this." Mashiro turned to look at Dragon and said calmly.

Ryu frowned, but still nodded. Then he suddenly unleashed a tornado, sweeping away the dust and blood stench from the battlefield. His gaze swept over the remaining few Navy Admiral candidates—Fujitora, Green Bull, and Chaton.

Although the three of them were still barely holding on, they were clearly at a disadvantage in the face of the overwhelming situation.

“Fujitora, Green Bull, Chaton.” Mashiro’s voice, tinged with amusement, echoed across the battlefield. “Your navy has already been defeated. There’s no point in continuing to resist.” Fujitora raised his head and silently looked at Mashiro, his blind eyes seeming to be weighing something.

Green Bull was furious, especially after seeing Akainu fall. He could no longer calm down, his veins bulging and his hands clenched, as if he was about to rush towards Mashiro again at any moment.

Cha-tun lowered his head and remained silent, looking somewhat hesitant.

“You don’t need to struggle anymore,” Dragon said. “The Navy has lost its legitimacy to rule, and this corrupt world government should be overthrown.” Before he finished speaking, Mashiro and Dragon attacked simultaneously.

Countless wind blades flew towards the three of them instantly, forcing them to use their abilities: Fujitora's gravity manipulation, Green Bull's plant-based abilities, and Chaton's animal transformation.

Just as the three of them were resisting the wind blades, Mashiro flicked his finger, and an invisible force surged in the air, binding Fujitora, Green Bull, and Chaton firmly in place. Vines surged out from all directions, entangling them and making them unable to move.

Green Bull struggled desperately, but the vines were as tough as steel, and no matter how he used his Devil Fruit powers, he couldn't break free even a fraction. Fujitora and Chaton, on the other hand, seemed much calmer. Despite facing a desperate situation, they knew that continuing to resist would be futile.

Then Mashiro quietly watched the three generals who had become prisoners. [Name: Fujitora]

Gender: Male Age: 54

Faction: Navy

Three types of Haki: Armament Haki, Observation Haki; Devil Fruit: Paramecia-type, Gravity-Gravity Fruit

Weapon: Gambler's Crossfire; Height: 270cm; Luck Value: 90; Approval Rating: 35

[Paramecia-type Gravity-Gravity Fruit: Grants the ability to generate gravity waves and manipulate the strength and direction of gravity at will. This includes gravity, lateral gravity, zero gravity, and anti-gravity.]

Gravity, pressure, tension, repulsion, attraction.

They can manipulate the strength and direction of gravity at will, instantly raising gravity to a distance of tens of thousands of kilometers above the ground, pulling down meteorites with intense heat and flames.

It can also make objects float in zero gravity, and in addition, it can make gravity repel attacks. It can also reverse the direction of gravity in an area, causing everything on the ground to fall into the air.

[Gambler's Frontline: One of the Twelve Supreme Grade Swords, a walking stick sword forged by Kazeki Takasaburo]

[Name: Huang Mu (Green Bull)

Gender: Male Age: 41

Faction: Navy

Three types of Haki: Armament Haki, Observation Haki; Devil Fruit: Logia type? Forest-Forest Fruit; Weapon: None

Height: 308cm Luck Value: 90 Approval Rating: 0

[Nature Type - Forest Fruit: Can create various different plants and freely control their growth, shaping them into whatever form one desires. It can also...]

One's own body transforms into plants, including flowers that allow one to fly, and vines that steal nutrients and water from others.

Wherever the ability user goes, a green belt of flowers, trees, and shrubs will form, capable of photosynthesis, allowing the ability user to go for years without food. When the ability user merges with the plant, if the plant is burned to death by the opponent, he will "regenerate" through a new sprout.

[Name: Kakei (Chaton)]

Gender: Male Age: 38

Faction: Navy

Three types of Haki: Armament Haki, Observation Haki

Devil Fruit: Zoan type, Mythical Zoan, Rat Form; Weapon: None

Height: 198cm; Luck Value: 85; Approval Rating: 10

[Zoan Type - Mythical Zoan - Rat Form: The user can transform into a rat, burrowing into mud and walls, thus avoiding numerous injuries.]

It seems the navy's strength has been exhausted. "Dragon glanced at the three bound men, a hint of disdain in his eyes.

But at that moment, a serious expression appeared on his face. He looked up at the port and said, "Mashiro, Aokiji is leading the navy out of the port. If this continues, we may lose the chance to pursue them."

Dragon's words immediately put the other Revolutionary Army members on the battlefield on edge, especially Sabo, who knew that if Aokiji successfully retreated, the entire battle situation would change.

So he quickly gave the order: "Morley, Raven, follow me in pursuit!"

However, to everyone's surprise, Mashiro remained completely still, seemingly unconcerned about Aokiji's retreat. She simply stood there, coldly watching the direction Aokiji had disappeared in, her eyes gleaming with a confident light. "Mashiro!" Ryu looked at her in confusion, "Why didn't you stop Aokiji? This is our best chance to crush the Marines!"

Mashiro smiled slightly, her tone tinged with mystery: "No rush, Ryu, Aokiji won't escape. He's just cleaning up our mess." She spoke casually, but it made Ryu feel uneasy.

Although he had been working with Mashiro for some time, he still found it difficult to understand the woman's thoughts.

Just then, a faint groan suddenly echoed across the battlefield, and all eyes turned once again to Akainu's gradually cooling body. Akainu's life force was rapidly draining away, his wounds were horrifying, and blood stained the surrounding ground.

Mashiro's eyes flashed slightly, then she made a decision that shocked everyone. She slowly walked towards the fallen Akainu, formed hand seals, and activated her healing power. "Learn Sage Mode."

Fujitora, Green Bull, and Chaton all looked bewildered, while Ryu was utterly perplexed: "Mashiro, why did you save Akainu? He's our enemy!"

Fujitora looked thoughtful, while Green Bull seemed even angrier: "What exactly are you planning, woman!"

Mashiro ignored the questions and continued to focus on the healing spell in her hands. The green light slowly enveloped Akainu's body and began to rapidly repair his wounds.

As she cast her spell, Akainu's previously lifeless breath gradually stabilized. Although he was still unconscious, he was clearly out of danger.

Dragon was utterly bewildered and wanted to ask for an explanation, but just then, a deafening roar echoed across the battlefield. A powerful samurai aura pierced through the air from afar, piercing Dragon's chest with perfect accuracy.

"Pfft—" Blood splattered out, and the dragon's body jolted violently as excruciating pain instantly coursed through his entire body. He turned his head in disbelief, trying to see the sudden attacker clearly.

When he saw clearly, his face revealed undisguised shock and anger—standing behind him was none other than Momousagi En. En's face still wore that cold expression, her hands gripping the hilt of her sword, the blade still dripping with dragon's blood.

Chapter 171: Kaido, Shanks, and Aokiji

Then Ryu turned to look at Mashiro. You.

His eyes were filled with confusion and resentment before he collapsed to the ground. Blood continued to flow.

The samurai sword, imbued with the domineering aura of a candidate general, was pierced through the heart without any defense. Even a dragon could not withstand such an attack.

Just as she had done with Akainu, Mashiro began to treat Ryu. Fujitora, Green Bull, and Chaton, standing nearby, were utterly astonished.

Chi and Yamato remained calm; they had never considered the Revolutionary Army as their comrades from the beginning.

After ensuring the dragon wouldn't die, Mashiro turned to observe the changing situation on the port battlefield, a slight smile on her face. Next, it would be Aokiji's turn.

Meanwhile, Sabo, along with Mori and Raven, continued their pursuit of the navy warships, completely unaware that their leader had been attacked. In the port of Dressrosa, the navy was attempting to evacuate.

As the only remaining admiral, Aokiji abandoned his usual laziness and calmly directed the warships to dock one by one, leading the remaining naval soldiers in a retreat.

Although his face appeared calm, he felt a sense of urgency. Akainu's defeat and the collapse of the Navy made him realize that he had to retreat as soon as possible, otherwise the entire Navy's fighting force would be wiped out in this battle.

Suddenly, a loud bang came from the sky.

However, just as they were about to successfully evacuate, a huge figure descended from the sky and crashed into the warship in the center of the harbor with tremendous force.

As the figure crashed into the warship, giant waves surged across the sea, and in an instant, the figure transformed into a massive azure dragon, coiling above the surface. "Kaido of the Beasts," one of the Four Emperors—how could he be here!

Upon seeing this, Aokiji's expression instantly turned serious.

Despite having experienced countless fierce battles, the officers and soldiers on the naval warships still felt a sense of powerlessness in the face of such an existence.

Kaido coldly surveyed the navy before him, unleashing a massive dragon's breath that swept directly toward the warship where Aokiji was.

"Kaido!" A hint of unease flashed in Aokiji's eyes.

Kaido's strength is already well-known throughout the world, especially in terms of defense, which is almost the best in the four seas.

Although Aokiji's freezing ability was powerful, he knew that he had no absolute chance of winning against such a behemoth.

With a wave of his hand, Aokiji conjured an ice wall that blocked Kaido's dragon breath. The violent impact caused the ice wall to crack instantly, but it barely managed to withstand the attack. Aokiji narrowed his eyes, knowing that this battle would be extremely difficult.

Meanwhile, Kaido's massive dragon body did not cease its movements, its thunderous roar echoing across the battlefield. He roared again, unleashing a powerful dragon breath that, with the force of thunder, slammed directly into the naval fleet.

Aokiji's figure flashed, instantly disappearing from his original spot and appearing where the dragon's breath was about to hit. He crossed his arms and released a huge ice barrier in an attempt to block this devastating attack.

However, Kaido's dragon breath was far more powerful than he had anticipated. The ice barrier melted instantly upon contact with the breath, scattering into countless ice crystals. The warship rocked violently, and the marines on deck were gripped by panic.

Despite their desperate efforts to maintain order, their morale is gradually crumbling in the face of Kaido's overwhelming power.

Just as Aokiji was about to make another move, Kaido moved, his massive dragon body suddenly shrank, transforming into human form, and he swung his spiked club down hard at Aokiji.

"Thunderous Eight Trigrams!"

The massive spiked club, imbued with terrifying power, was crackling with black and red aura that transformed into lightning as it slammed down towards Aokiji. Aokiji abruptly turned, his entire body instantly transforming into ice crystals in an attempt to evade this fatal blow.

However, Kaido's attack speed was extremely fast. Although the attack failed to hit Aokiji's main body, the powerful shockwave still made Aokiji's figure tremble slightly.

Kaido sneered, Buddha was extremely confident in his own power.

He laughed as he shouted, "Aokiji, don't think you can escape from me!" Kaido's imposing aura filled the air above the battlefield, causing all the Marines to tremble.

Just then, an incomparably powerful aura swept in from afar. This aura carried an extremely strong sense of majesty, as if the heavens and earth were trembling.

Immediately afterwards, a gigantic red ship appeared on the distant sea; that ship was none other than the "Red Force." Standing at the bow was another of the Four Emperors—"Red-Haired Shanks."

"Hey, Kaido," Shanks said slowly, his tone carrying a nonchalant air of dominance, "It seems this battle can't continue any longer." Kaido's eyes flashed with displeasure upon seeing Shanks's appearance, and he coldly said, "Shanks, you've come to spoil the fun?"

Shanks smiled slightly, holding a rapier in one hand, and said seriously, "I'm not trying to cause trouble, I just don't want to see Aokiji killed by you so easily."

Aokiji watched Shanks' arrival with a cold eye. Although he felt a sense of relief, he knew that Shanks' appearance meant the situation would become more complicated.

Kaido's cold gaze swept between Shanks and Aokiji, and he sneered, "Shanks, are you trying to help the Navy?" Shanks gently shook his head: "I won't help either side, but I also don't want to see the battle turn into a one-sided affair."

Upon hearing that the "Naval Alliance," the Revolutionary Army, and the Navy had all gathered in Dressrosa, Shanks had a vague premonition of something ominous and hurriedly led the Red-Haired Pirates there.

But it was too late; Akainu and the other four admirals had already been captured.

Therefore, Shanks absolutely cannot allow Aokiji to fall into this trap, but the balance has been completely broken.

As a Celestial Dragon, Shanks is well aware of the World Government's hidden strength; once war breaks out, it will undoubtedly cause immense suffering and destruction.

Kaido snorted coldly. Despite his displeasure, he knew Shanks' strength was not to be underestimated. Facing two formidable enemies, he wasn't afraid, but he also didn't want to get bogged down in a protracted battle. Just then, Mashiro observed the changing battle from afar.

Her gaze remained fixed on the changing situation on the battlefield, a slight smile playing on her lips.

Kaido's arrival was a backup plan she had arranged long ago, and Shanks' intervention, though unexpected, did not shake her plans.

"Shanks' arrival has added some uncertainty to the situation," Mashiro thought to herself. She knew that Shanks wouldn't easily take sides, but rather preferred to maintain a balance.

However, this does not affect her overall plan.

With Shanks' arrival, the atmosphere on the battlefield became delicate.