"Such terrifying power…"
Vice Admiral Dore's expression was solemn as she gazed at the shimmering lightning that still danced across the distant sea.
Her pulse quickened as she recalled the words of Fleet Admiral Sakazuki regarding this Admiral:
"This cynical man wields power capable of killing most people in this world. Such formidable military might must serve our cause, yet we must remain wary of his unpredictable wrath."
"Terrifying…" Dore murmured to herself.
"No wonder this power was called 'Justice that Destroys All' by former Fleet Admiral Sengoku," she whispered, awe in her voice.
"Admiral Silver Snake is incredible!"
"As expected of an Admiral," a Marine commented. "He destroyed an entire large Pirate Crew of over a dozen ships with just a gesture!"
"His ability is unparalleled! Mobility rivaling Admiral Kizaru, destructive power like Fleet Admiral Akainu, and control on par with former Admiral Aokiji! The mastery of natural lightning is absolute!"
The Marines stared at the distant wreckage with admiration, voices raised in determination:
"With an Admiral like Silver Snake, leading us, the Marine will achieve ultimate victory!"
"That Sky Island Alliance Air Force is nothing compared to us!"
"Hmph! We Marines are the strongest guardians of order in this world, not the Air Force!"
"But… but…"
One Marine hesitated, staring fearfully at the chaos still shimmering on the waves. "If the former Marineford Chief Instructor, God King Shirogai Yamikuro, were here, wouldn't we all suffer the same fate as those pirates?"
"…Uh…"
Silence fell over the deck.
The Marines exchanged uneasy glances, a palpable dread lingering among them.
"Don't… don't say that!" one stammered.
"It can't be…" another whispered. "The World Government said, as long as we don't provoke him, God King Shirogai Yamikuro won't intervene in ordinary battles, right?"
"Let's hope so…" a third replied, anxiety etched on his face.
Despite their confidence in Admiral Silver Snake, they could not fathom anyone rivaling the might of Shirogai Yamikuro—the legendary figure who had surpassed even the current Four Emperors.
The title Omnipotent God King was newly applied on the World Government's latest wanted poster.
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Omnipotent God King Shirogai Yamikuro
Bounty: Ten Billion Berries (World Government one-time maximum).
Reason: Traitor to the Marines, founder of the terrorist Sky Island Alliance, instigator of global conflict.
Special Note: Ordinary Marines are forbidden from engagement. Treat as an Admiral and retreat respectfully.
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This staggering bounty of ten billion Berries cemented Shirogai Yamikuro as a world-class Pirate in the eyes of many, rivaling even the legendary Pirate King Roger.
Countless bounty hunters dreamed of encountering him, while desperate souls, families ruined by pirates, and wandering swordsmen saw new possibilities—one could rise to Kinghood beneath the World Government's watchful eyes.
What Shirogai had accomplished was the ultimate challenge to authority, a feat few could even imagine. He wielded absolute strength and commanded a super-organization rivaling the scale of the Four Emperors.
Now, the Sky Island Alliance was known across the world.
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"If only he hadn't betrayed the Marines…" a Marine sighed faintly.
"Exactly…" another agreed.
"If he were here, we could sweep the seas clean of pirates—even the Four Emperors wouldn't stand a chance…"
Several voices echoed the sentiment.
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"Tch! That God King Shirogai Yamikuro…"
In a corner, Admiral Silver Snake Cero, eavesdropping, curled his lips in disdain. He swallowed the last bite of his ice cream, the lightning in his hand vaporizing the wrapper into powder.
"He's no match for me," he muttered. Though he had never faced Shirogai Yamikuro personally, Silver Snake felt certain he would not lose.
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"Alright! Enough of this topic!"
Vice Admiral Dore interrupted the murmurs sharply, frowning.
"We are Marines. We follow orders from Marineford and the World Government. Fear of someone, even a legendary enemy, is no excuse for cowardice. If you cower now, what kind of Marine are you?"
"Yes…" the Marines murmured, heads lowered, shameful.
"The justice of the Marines is incomparable to that of the Air Force, who only speak of peace."
Dore's gaze shifted toward the Stilan Industrial Empire behind them.
"Stand tall! We have defended this country against pirate incursions and protected its merchant ships. Do not let the justice you bear be dishonored!"
"Yes!!! Vice Admiral Dore!!!"
The Marines straightened, voices resounding with determination.
"Very good. Now we must return all the abducted girls from Peach Blossom Valley to their homes."
Dore glanced toward a certain Admiral, lurking in the corridor, eavesdropping. She deliberately remarked,
"I heard the girls are very grateful to the Admiral who rescued them…"
"Oh? Really?"
Silver Snake leapt out from the corner, excitement in his eyes and a lustful glint,
"Where are they? I'll go 'comfort' them!"
"You pervert!!!"
Dore shot him a glare. She recalled Vice Admiral Tsuru's advice when she was transferred from Marine G-14 to serve as Silver Snake's subordinate:
"A powerful person with no desires is terrifying. To harness their strength, understand their selfishness. Only then can they become your ally."
Tsuru had explained that Silver Snake, wanted for destruction, had developed an unusual affection for her, which allowed her to work with him.
"Strong people have quirks; lust is the least dangerous. If he likes you, it's your choice to engage. Becoming an Admiral's wife is a valid option," Tsuru had said calmly.
Initially, Dore had been nervous about an Admiral pursuing her, but she quickly realized: this man was indiscriminate in his affection. He was a lecher!
A powerful, destructive lecher.
"Hmph!"
Dore turned sharply and walked away, leaving the lightning-wielding philanderer staring after her in daze.
"Huh? What's wrong now?"
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