Five Elders?!
Why are they heading this way?!
Judge recognized the identity of the monstrous bird at first glance, his body stiffening, cold sweat pouring down.
Even worse is...
The icy intent to kill in those cold eyes, anyone could feel it crystal clear.
"Wait!"
Judge hurriedly raised his hands, "My lord! I can explain! Please..."
Before he could finish pleading, the giant bird Saint Mars had already sneered and swung its sharp claws.
"Explain? Go to hell and explain!"
Swoosh!
The terrifying wind pressure swept across like a blade, slashing Judge who scrambled to dodge but couldn't escape its range.
With a scream, his body was instantly torn into pieces, blood and organs raining down on the deck like drops.
"Father!!!"
Ichiji, Niji, and Yonji's faces changed drastically.
They weren't saddened or outraged by Judge's death, nor was it fear; the bloodline factor modification had stripped them of many human emotions.
They just realized, seeing how ruthless the enemy's first move was, killing even the king of an allied nation.
Does that mean they too would inevitably be silenced?
Damn it!
They could only fight to the death!
"All together! Let's show this old thing the power of Germa technology!"
The three brothers shouted in unison, jets of air bursting from beneath their feet as they charged out.
Buzz! Buzz! Buzz!
Red, blue, and green lights burst forth abruptly.
Ichiji's Sparking Valkyrie, Niji's Dengeki Blue, Yonji's Winch Green unleashed simultaneously in a triangular assault on the monstrous bird.
"Germa Mixed Attack!"
"Overestimating yourselves!"
Saint Mars's eyes were filled with icy disdain; unable to deal with Shano, couldn't defeat the Endgame, couldn't handle these little fry either?
Technology?
The world's most powerful technology always served the World Government; this Germa kids' tinkering was far from that level!
Its wings suddenly flapped, and violet-black cold flames exploded around like tides.
The combat suits of Ichiji and his brothers were instantly reduced to ashes.
Another flap!
Their flesh was devoured too, leaving behind three skeletons which clattered and fell to the ground.
The rest were all Clone Soldiers, and Saint Mars's wings spread wide, countless violet-black feathers shooting out like arrows!
Thud! Thud! Thud!
In the dense sound of penetration, all Clone Soldiers were pinned dead on the deck, and to be certain, Saint Mars spewed a great mouthful of black-purple cold flames, setting the entire fleet ablaze.
"Much better now."
Saint Mars nodded in satisfaction and was about to reassess if there were any survivors, suddenly his face changed, and he looked up abruptly towards the sky.
A dazzling golden lightning streaked across the sky, the silhouette of the Eight-winged Angel faintly visible in the electricity.
"Damn it! How did it chase me here!"
Saint Mars was alarmed inside.
Though he didn't know what exactly this Angel was, he personally experienced how troublesome that Holy Arrow could be.
Even Nusjuro was no match, he couldn't possibly win either.
Flee!
Without thinking further, it turned to escape.
But it was too late.
Whoosh!
A Thunderbolt Arrow shot through the air, hitting its right wing precisely!
The restraint of the divine attribute once again showcased astonishing effects.
Kaah!
The monstrous bird let out a piercing scream, black smoke hissing from its entire wing, its massive body plummeting towards the ocean like a broken kite.
"No! No!!!"
Saint Mars struggled madly, trying to stabilize its body, but Angewomon gave him no chance, her gaze cold, the second arrow already shot!
This arrow pierced directly through the monstrous bird's chest!
"It's over."
Angewomon retracted her bow, her eight wings extending as she hovered in the air, watching the giant bird fall into the sea.
The penetrating wound caused by the Holy Arrow kept expanding, the violet-black flame cloud ribbons around the monstrous bird churned violently, but couldn't stop the purifying effect at the edge of the wound.
A moment later.
Saint Mars could no longer maintain his awakened form, reverting to human shape, fainting away.
A blackened old man with a pierced chest floated motionless on the sea surface.
"Mission accomplished."
Angewomon smiled slightly, descended lightly.
She grabbed the unconscious Saint Mars with one hand, glanced at the fleet void of any signs of life, shook her head, and flapped her wings to fly back.
This fleet, she could also feel a strong evil vibe from it, from top to bottom nothing good.
Obviously reinforcements from the World Government, for some reason the Five Elders turned and ruthlessly targeted them.
Poor assistance?
Angewomon tilted her head, pinching her chin, pondering seriously.
Hmm... according to the master, this is dog eat dog, right?
Probably not worthy of regret, though she should report it anyway.
......
As Angewomon carried the unconscious Saint Mars back towards the original route.
Meanwhile.
On the main battlefield, the entire valley was devastated.
The fierce battle between Akainu and Shano continued, but because the Five Elders had completely withdrawn, either defeated or fled...
The outcome was decided, the situation set!
"Sakazuki!"
Kizaru, covered in blood and pale-faced, landed to the side, weakly saying, "We must retreat... if we continue, we'll all die here!"
He really was burned out!
Since being promoted to Grand Admiral, he had never fought such a ferocious battle!
"Retreat?"
Akainu's breath was heavy, his eyes bloodshot.
How could he not know there was no suspense in the defeat? But...
Whether as a soldier or as one of the world's top powerhouses, this battle, he truly wasn't reconciled! Not reconciled at all!!!!