Marineford War: I Will Stand in the Sky

After all, the bond between Moria and Perona is almost like that between a father and daughter.

Furthermore, in Yann's memories of his previous life, he vaguely remembered that after Perona learned about the "Marineford War" that would appear in the original timeline, she unexpectedly learned about Moria's whereabouts from the newspaper and almost without hesitation left "Hawkeye" Mihawk to go find Moria.

As for Moria, whether it's his current performance or his performance in the original timeline, he's someone who would sacrifice his life for his comrades or subordinates.

Besides the Holy Crying Mantis, Blackwing Demon, and the pack of wolves, who now possess considerable combat power, the arrangements for "Cursed Eye Sangha" Robin, "Void Eater" Baby-5, and "Evil Concubine" Law are giving Arn a bigger headache.

Compared to the Hueco Mundo members who were granted "Hollow Soul Reapers," their combat power growth was not outstanding, whether due to their age or the type of "Hollow Soul Reaper." Instead, it seemed as if they had acquired a completely new ability.

"Baby-5 and Robin... well, let's talk about that when we have more time. As for Law, it seems that he has almost completed the treatment of 'Amber Lead Disease' in the past six months."

As Yann recalled Robin's previous report about the people of Frevans, he murmured to himself in thought.

"The ability of the 'Evil Queen' is more like the ability to perform all sorts of bizarre modifications on the human body. Combined with Law's own 'Op-Op Fruit' ability, Law is not only like a doctor, but also fits the image of a biochemist, and one with an extremely high potential."

"So...we're having Luo do some graduate biochemistry or biological research?"

Thinking of this, Yann's eyes lit up slightly, and he felt that this seemed to be an extremely reliable topic.

Science and technology are the primary productive forces!

Yann understood this principle very well.

However, whether it's Yann personally or the Revolutionary Army, surpassing the World Government in the field of scientific research and technology is extremely difficult.

After all, Yann was well aware that the World Government's advanced technology capabilities were also extremely outrageous.

In the next ten or twenty years, in a world where wooden boats were still the main means of navigation, the World Government's research department developed a fully automated, intelligent killing machine—the "Pacifista"—which was even capable of using laser weapons.

It should be noted that in Arn's memories of his previous life, these "black technologies" were things that even the technologically advanced worlds that had mastered the "mushroom bombs" capable of destroying the world had not fully developed.

Therefore, Yann understands very well that the possibility of surpassing the World Government in these technological aspects is really not very high.

In contrast, Law, who possesses the "Op-Op Fruit" ability to manipulate and reassemble the human body at will, like a toy, and who can also freely modify organisms through the "Evil Queen" ability, has the potential to overtake the World Government in fields such as biochemistry and biology.

Furthermore, if Yann remembers correctly, Sanji's father was a pioneer in this field, and even modified his own son to have the so-called "superhuman" physique.

"Now that you mention it, it seems the experimental materials are all readily available..."

Of course, Yann wasn't a greedy man, nor did he expect Law to develop a real "Superman." He would be quite happy if he could mass-produce something like the "Hulk."

[Chapter 257 A Brand New Idea]

"This possibility... seems to actually exist..."

Arn was immediately intrigued, especially if the modification was particularly safe; he might even consider modifying himself.

Full-body modifications are too risky, so let's skip that. Modifications to certain key and vital areas that can be effective in critical situations are enough.

For example: a strong and powerful arm that can withstand an attack!

Of course, this is just a concept worth investing in and researching. As for his own strength, Arn still relies more on the awakening of the Soul-Slaying Blade.

Who knows, one day it might awaken a Zanpakuto that can strengthen one's physique and body?

Ayan's eyes couldn't help but reveal a deep sense of hope.

Despite his seemingly confident and in control demeanor, Yann is actually quite insecure and lacks a sense of self-worth.

After all, Aon's physique is no match for monsters like Kaido of the Beasts, and he couldn't even compete with Gion for a blanket.

And as Yann's position rose higher and higher, the enemies and colleagues he came into contact with gradually became increasingly terrifying physical monsters.

Who knows, one day someone might tap Aon on the shoulder, and the great and mysterious "Lord of Hueco Mundo" would be paralyzed on the spot, confined to a wheelchair for the rest of his life.

The thought of that scene made Yan feel as if a bucket of cold water had been poured over him, and the smile that had unconsciously appeared because of the promising and bright future of the Hueco Mundo organization slowly disappeared.

"So, it really is best to stay away from those monsters..."

Yann swallowed hard and said sincerely, "Besides that, it's about doing everything we can to survive safely in this dangerous sea."

Thinking of this, Yann couldn't help but turn his gaze to the Soul-Slaying Blade under the starry sky on the other side.

Currently, Yann's accumulated spiritual pressure is 24 Chariots (Kensei), and the Zanpakuto he can use are: Senbonzakura, Tenken, Suzumebachi, Kyoka Suigetsu, and Ryujin Jakka.

Among them, Senbonzakura, Tenken, and Suzumebachi can all perfectly control the power of "Bankai";

Ryujin Jakka can barely achieve "Bankai," but it's limited to being a giant "light bulb" that emits light and heat; in reality, it's quite difficult for him to even swing a sword.

As for Kyoka Suigetsu, Aon still doesn't know the name of its "Bankai," let alone accumulate enough spiritual pressure to perform "Bankai."

These Zanpakuto that Arn deliberately left behind each had different abilities, but there wasn't a single Zanpakuto that enhanced physical strength. The one with the strongest defensive capabilities was actually Senbonzakura.

"This is... hopeless..."

Yaen's lips twitched slightly. He always felt like he was playing the role of a fragile class like an assassin or mage in a world full of tanks, and one that he couldn't even specialize in.

If Yann makes even one mistake, he could be eliminated on the spot.

"Isn't there any way at all?"

En was so angry that he even rubbed his head vigorously in his mental space and said.

"Does this vast ocean really not leave any room for survival for someone like me who is born with disadvantages?"

"Devil Fruits have no effect on me, and Armament Haki, which can transform into 'invisible armor,' also relies on physical strength. I simply cannot continue training..."

"Hiss, perhaps there are any Devil Fruit abilities that can enhance other people's physical bodies? No, the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia doesn't record any Devil Fruits that benefit others but not oneself."

"It seems more reliable to trust the power of technology and invest in human modification than to search for an unknown fruit that is not even recorded in the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia."

"Or perhaps, as I once thought in my youth, I would find the strongest woman in the world to be my wife and protect me closely..."

Suddenly, Yann paused, as if he had thought of something.

"The... strongest? Conqueror's Haki... Conqueror's Haki wrapped around me?!"

Yann recalled Kaido's "Conqueror's Haki Entanglement" ability, which seemed quite terrifying.

It can even attack Perona's physically immune spirits and ghosts, and can also be used in battles against Hancock to inflict terrifying damage and attack power on the physical body.

In some ways, this seems to be another version of "Armament Haki".

However, unlike "Armament Haki," which relies on one's own physical strength for training, "Conqueror's Haki" is "Conqueror's Haki" generated by one's own spirit.

Most importantly... when Kaido used "Conqueror's Haki Entanglement," the feeling he gave Aon was somewhat similar to the spiritual pressure fluctuations when he used "Kido."

In fact, it is unknown whether it is because Aon has always lived in a physical body that he has no control over his spiritual pressure.

Even when using techniques based on spiritual pressure, such as Shunpo or Kido, it's similar to inputting energy into a fixed circuit and converting it.

For example, when Aon learned "Hado No. 88: Flying Dragon Strike Thief Thunder Cannon" in the mental space, in reality, Aon only needed to input spiritual pressure using the feeling he had mastered in the mental space, and he could release the corresponding power.

Aside from that, the only way Yann could mobilize spiritual pressure was to unleash it wildly and disorderly, producing an effect similar to "Conqueror's Haki" to suppress those lacking willpower and weak souls.

"Could it be that spiritual pressure and Conqueror's Haki share certain similarities?"

Yaen frowned and muttered to himself, guessing.

"I don't have much doubt that I can't use spiritual pressure at will. After all, spiritual pressure is essentially the power of the soul. I usually dismantle the Zanpakuto that I don't need to replenish my soul strength and thus accumulate stronger spiritual pressure."

"Therefore, it is normal that I cannot control spiritual pressure in my physical state."

"But could Conqueror's Haki be similar in nature? It is also a power of the soul, so it can only rely entirely on innate abilities."

"But 'Conqueror's Haki Entanglement' is entirely a technique for utilizing soul power, isn't it?"

"I wonder if this technique can be applied to spiritual pressure? Armament Haki can't protect me. If I can wrap my spiritual pressure around myself like Conqueror's Haki, it might form something like an 'invisible armor'."

Thinking of this, Yann was so excited that his hands trembled slightly.

Perhaps this isn't a cure for the root cause, but it does address the symptoms!

It's like everyone knows that Iron Man is actually quite fragile, but how many people can actually break through his armor and crush his body?

As long as my spiritual pressure is strong enough, who can actually slap my body?

At that time, even Yann could casually say something like that.

"Those who don't have enough awareness are not qualified to touch me!"

[Chapter 258 The Temptation of Going Home]

Thinking of this, Yann was so excited that his hands trembled slightly.

It's not because it's cool; it's purely because it means that Arn's life will be protected to a certain extent.

However, Yann quickly calmed down from his excitement.

Although "spiritual pressure" and "Conqueror's Haki" seem to have many similar characteristics and traits, whether the specific techniques of "Conqueror's Haki Entanglement" can be applied is another matter, and it's too early to be happy now.

Of course, this is also an idea and approach that is worth trying for Yann.

It's about... "Conqueror's Haki Entanglement," who should I learn it from?

According to Yann's understanding, "Conqueror's Haki Entanglement" is a high-level technique that only top-tier powerhouses with "Conqueror's Haki" can master.

Strong figures like Whitebeard, Kaido, and Charlotte Linlin certainly knew this, but the possibility of learning "Conqueror's Haki Entanglement" from these top-tier pirates was... and so on...

"My old father!"

Arn's eyes lit up as he recalled that it wasn't just pirates who possessed "Conqueror's Haki".

In the navy, Fleet Admiral Sengoku was also a man who possessed "Conqueror's Haki"!

"That old man, I never expected him to be hiding his true abilities from his son. He never revealed a single bit of information about 'Conqueror's Haki Entanglement' before. It's really too much!"

The thought of this made Yann furious.

If Marshal Sengoku had taught Aon the "Conqueror's Haki Entanglement" technique earlier, how many days and nights of fear, anxiety, and sleeplessness would Aon have been spared?

"Wait, old man, don't blame me for pulling the plug when you get old." Yann secretly calculated in his notebook for the Warring States Marshal.

Of course, in his excitement, Aon seemed to see the light, completely ignoring the fact that he had never asked Fleet Admiral Sengoku about "Conqueror's Haki" before, and often concealed his abilities, never showing any sign of possessing "Conqueror's Haki".

But are these really problems?

Hiding one's talents is simply hiding one's talents!

Sure enough, even if they're not related by blood, there will still be some differences.

While Ya'en was excited, he couldn't help but feel a little cold.

After all, the enemy could very well use Conqueror's Haki, and the fact that Fleet Admiral Sengoku didn't teach Aon beforehand meant he was holding back.

However, Yann was ultimately a filial son, and his eagerness to return to Marineford could be described as "eager to go home." He couldn't wait to go back and take care of his hardworking father who worked day and night.

Immediately afterward, Yann hurriedly detached himself from the mental space and inquired with concern, urging the warship's adjutant to continue his journey back.