Shanks didn't have a habit of launching sneak attacks.
But Dragon didn't care about such things.
To the leader of the Revolutionary Army—
Who cares about rules?
As long as the goal of eliminating a threat is achieved—
The process doesn't matter.
So when he noticed Leno showing signs of fatigue—
How could he possibly hold back?
Without hesitation, he activated his ability.
A fierce storm swept toward Leno—
Who had just unleashed his ultimate move and was visibly weakened!
This sudden ambush stunned many present.
The Navy, Kaido, Blackbeard—
All showed brief shock—
Then delight.
The Revolutionary Army had joined in!
Now Leno was as good as dead!
A single thought surfaced in their minds:
"Leno… you really are hated by everyone."
But recalling what he did to Garp at Marineford—
It made sense.
His father was nearly killed.
His son lost an eye.
Of course Dragon couldn't hold back.
On Leno's side—
Hancock, Robin, and the others' expressions changed drastically.
"Lord Leno!"
"Watch out!"
They cried out in alarm.
But—
They underestimated the resolve of those beside him.
Leno might be exhausted—
But the Leno Pirates were not powerless.
"Not happening!"
Domino endured the intense pain in her shoulder and arm.
Her beautiful face filled with determination—
She stepped forward, fists clenched, white shockwaves gathering—
And unleashed her full power.
"Quake Punch!"
BOOM——!!!
The Tremor-Tremor Fruit collided violently with the raging storm!
Shockwaves surged, sending rubble flying.
Domino let out a muffled groan—
Her face turned pale—
And her body collapsed backward.
Her stamina was already nearly depleted—
And she had forcefully blocked Dragon's attack.
She was completely spent.
After all—
How long had she even had the Tremor-Tremor Fruit?
Dragon was a veteran of the old era—
A monster forged in God Valley.
Being able to block that attack—
Was already impressive.
"Domino!"
Kalifa rushed forward to catch her.
Hancock, S-Snake, Robin, Nami, and the others immediately moved—
Forming a tight defensive circle around Leno and Domino.
Their eyes scanned the surroundings warily—
Facing enemies from all sides.
At this moment—
The Red-Haired Pirates reached the shore.
Shanks stepped forward with his crew—
Along with Fire Fist Ace.
At nearly the same time—
A gust of wind descended.
Dragon arrived—
With Sabo—
And Luffy, whose left eye bore a terrifying scar—clearly lost.
"ACE! SABO!"
Despite losing an eye, Luffy looked more mature—
Stronger.
He shouted excitedly, stretching his arms to pull them into an embrace.
At Marineford—
They had only briefly seen each other.
No time to reunite.
This—
Was truly their first reunion.
"Luffy!"
Ace and Sabo embraced him as well.
The three brothers reunited—
Joy overflowing.
"Luffy… your eye…" Ace's heart ached seeing the empty socket.
It was for saving him.
Sabo simply patted his shoulder, saying nothing.
But no one else cared about this reunion.
Shanks and Dragon—
Upon landing—
Immediately sensed the abnormal atmosphere.
And the devastation.
Their gazes swept across the battlefield—
They saw:
Akainu and Aokiji, severely injuredKaido bleeding heavilyBlackbeard covered in bloodA massive area completely erasedLimbs slowly disintegrating into nothing
Both of their pupils shrank.
Shock filled their faces.
"What… happened here?!" Shanks was shaken.
Akainu, Aokiji, Kaido, Blackbeard—
All injured?!
These were the strongest forces on the sea!
Dragon's expression also grew grave.
"What terrifying power… who did this?"
They had only seen the distant white light—
But didn't know who unleashed it.
Dragon had only acted because he saw Leno weakened—
He didn't know the full situation.
Shanks spoke, breaking the silence.
"What happened here? Who did this?"
His gaze swept across those still standing.
The injured had no mood to answer.
But Katakuri, still guarding Big Mom from afar—
Pointed at Leno, his voice trembling.
"It… it was Leno… he did it in one move…"
"Nani?! Leno?!"
Shanks turned sharply, disbelief written all over his face.
How could he possess such power?!
How long had it even been since Marineford?!
Dragon also stiffened.
His gaze locked onto Leno—
Killing intent overflowing.
"So it was him… this man… must not be allowed to live!"
Given his hostility toward the Monkey family—
There was no reconciliation possible.
Luffy, Ace, and Sabo—
Hearing this—
All looked toward Leno in shock.
"That Leno… is that strong?" Ace muttered.
He had felt an Admiral's pressure firsthand.
"One move… injuring all of them…" Sabo adjusted his hat, eyes serious.
Luffy clenched his fist—
His single remaining eye filled with unwillingness.
He had sacrificed an eye to grow stronger—
So why—
Was Leno improving so fast?!
Dragon ignored them.
His gaze remained fixed on Leno.
His voice cold.
"I only have one purpose here."
"To kill Leno."
"It won't interfere with your battle."
Kaido, enduring pain, grinned.
Same here.
He wanted to tear Leno apart personally.
His hatred had reached its peak.
The last time he suffered such injuries—
Was the last time.
And that man was already dead.
Blackbeard, pale but grinning viciously:
"Zehahaha… I want that woman—Domino!"
Aokiji, weakened but still full of killing intent:
"Count me in. Leno must die."
Only Akainu hesitated slightly—
Hibari's whereabouts were still unknown.
But—
This was indeed the best chance to kill Leno.
Kaido.
Blackbeard.
Aokiji.
Dragon.
Even the newly arrived Red-Haired Pirates—
Though silent—
Would not help Leno.
Along with the remaining Navy and CP0…
At this moment—
All factions.
All top-tier forces.
Shared a single goal.
Leno… must die.
This—
Was the tide of the times.
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