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Chapter 46 The Power of Observation haki
The illumination emanating from the Eve tree was completely obstructed, and the colossal beast, comparable to a mountain in size, descended with such force that it seemed destined to obliterate everything in its vicinity.
"Brett ! "
Arlong's expression abruptly shifted from a distance, "Be careful! !"
This creature is a Sea King.
Moreover, it is no ordinary Sea king. From their observations, this one had already killed several larger Sea Kings.
Numerous unexpected encounters had passed by without any signs of aggression from this Sea king, even when their presence was acknowledged, no action was initiated, yet today, it suddenly took action, which is surprising.
"Brother Brett! ! "
Fukaboshi also appeared taken aback.
The strike was far too unexpected, and the assailant was overwhelmingly powerful.
This is a Sea King, the sovereign of the ocean!
Brett did not heed the alarms raised by Arlong and Fukaboshi. In fact, he lacked the additional focus to divert to them at this moment. The abrupt onslaught from the sea king had already put his mind on high alert.
"Rooooar ! "
The lizard's head roared, its maw filled with daunting teeth.
Brett ascended from the sea surface like a missile, narrowly evading the sea king's attack.
BOOM—! !
The impact triggered a reaction akin to an underwater volcano, erupting instantaneously.
The ocean floor was rupturing, and the water was generating fearsome whirlpools, even carrying away the sea beast that Brett had momentarily disregarded.
The stirred sediment on the seabed obscured its view.
However, the debris was only suspended for a brief period, and the sharp arc of movement cleaved through the particles. As the elongated tail swung, the massive tail hammer descended upon Brett's head.
It was remarkably fast..
Brett's pupils contracted slightly. If the hammer landed, it would surely demolish a hill.
The scales on his body expanded rapidly. Brett did not underestimate his foe and transformed instantly into his dragon form.
An isolated Sea king is mere prey for the truly formidable, yet this Sea king is clearly exceptional.
Brett propelled himself forward, easily tearing through the water of the deep sea.
Before the enormous tail hammer of the Sea King, Brett appeared diminutive, akin to an ant.
Nevertheless, in that moment, this ant unleashed a force that reverberated through the deep sea.
His right leg, charged with electricity, kicked forward and collided directly with the colossal hammer.
The shockwave from the impact disrupted the surrounding seawater, creating a vast cavity.
BOOM—!
Then, with a shattering sound, the formidable tail hammer was repelled by Brett, tracing an arc in the water before ultimately crashing to the seabed.
Fukaboshi's eyes widened, "That is incredible! Absolutely incredible, But, What's with that power? Could it be that Brother Brett is a devil fruit user? "
"Young man, this is confidential. "
Arlong's expression was grave.
The colossal creature's strike was met directly, and Brett was forced backwards by the recoil.
He showed a look of displeasure.
"It's this sound again.."
From earlier, pointless yet exceedingly loud noises started to echo in his ears once more.
This time, it was significantly louder than before. Brett struggled to hear other sounds and felt as though his eardrums were on the verge of bursting.
"Groooar! "
With a bellow that reverberated through the ocean depths, the robust legs beneath the giant beast exerted pressure, launching its enormous form upward, with its four massive pincers retracting in front of its torso.
"Great! Now it's louder!"
Brett shielded his forehead with his hands, shouting in frustration.
Brilliant arcs of electricity erupted from him, instantly dispersing into the surrounding seawater.
"Grooaaa! "
The giant creature that had just come close to Brett bore the brunt of the electric discharge.
It shrieked, and its body rolled.
However, the electric shocks radiating through the seawater were far from powerful enough to incapacitate it.
In the following instant, the seawater detonated, and a gigantic pincer lunged through the water and struck Brett directly.
Though slightly disoriented by the noise, Brett couldn't help but acknowledge its speed.
This creature's method of attack indeed resembled that of a mantis shrimp, rapidly launching its pincers with explosive force.
Fortunately, his reaction time is exceptionally quick.
Brett sidestepped just in time to evade the attack.
However, the vortex created by the aftermath made it challenging for Brett to maintain his footing. The immense power of the strike was evident.
Yet—
"Um? "
Brett turned his gaze, obstructed by looming shadows.
BOOM-!!
Before the first pincer could retract, the second one had already been launched.
Brett's reaction speed was remarkable, but his movement speed could not match at that moment.
He was struck hard, his body propelled directly to the ocean floor, creating a massive depression in the soft seabed.
"Direct hit! "
Among the onlookers who were continuously pushed back by the surge, Fukaboshi exclaimed in astonishment, "Brother Brett! Is he all right? "
Even Arlong found it difficult to hide his concern at that moment. 'Is he alright?!'
At the base of the large crater, Brett rose and shook his head, "That hurts; the force was powerful! "
His entire body ached, and despite utilizing his armament haki for protection, he felt as if his bones were nearly shattered.
This level of destructive force surpassed that of Hager.
Moreover, the creature's intellect proved advantageous. The initial strike served merely as a feint, while the subsequent one constituted the actual attack.
The water current intensified once more, prompting Brett to swiftly maneuver to the side, narrowly escaping the descent of the enormous tail hammer that crashed down, causing further destruction to the seabed.
Booom-!
Brett lifted his gaze, finding himself under the watchful eye of the colossal creature towering above him. It continued its roar, its four massive pincers tightly closed.
Brett could not refrain from striking his head with his hands repeatedly.
His head throbbed as if it might burst, and the overwhelmingly loud and chaotic noises rendered coherent thought nearly impossible.
The creature paid no heed to Brett's distress, as its four gigantic pincers descended one after another with the swiftness of arrows.
"Damn it! "
Brett clenched his teeth and bore the agony in his head, paddling vigorously and weaving left and right to evade the attacks.
However, the sea king's pincers not only launched quickly, but also retracted just as swiftly.
Though it had only four pincers, they seemed to have an endless capacity.
The four massive pincers flicked out and then pulled back, incessantly repeating the movement.
Ultimately, Brett became distracted. Despite his utmost efforts to steer clear, he sustained several hits in quick succession and sank to the ocean floor.
This time, it was certain that a bone was broken.
At that moment, Brett found himself devoid of concern for his injury.
The clamor within his head grew increasingly louder, his eyes were already bloodshot, his hands instinctively grasped his head, and his muscles trembled throughout his body.
"Rooooaar!"
The giant beast loomed over Brett, yet it refrained from launching another assault, merely roaring, its four claws agitatedly moving, though they did not strike.
"It's so noisy! it's getting louder and louder AND LOUDER! ! "
Brett's eyes fluttered in distress.
The noise swelled in volume.
He was so overwhelmed that coherent thought had become unattainable.
The clamor intensified, encroaching upon Brett, nearly engulfing him entirely.
Boom! !
In his mind, a terrifying sound reminiscent of a cosmic explosion erupted, enveloping everything in blinding white light before vanishing.
Brett's body quaked violently, his expression froze completely, and his pupils appeared to be locked in place.
After a moment of disorientation, the cacophony began to diminish, gradually becoming clearer.
Brett blinked.
"Come and fight! ! Powerful fish man! ! Come and fight! ! "
He perceived the sound.
Brett raised his head, focusing on the roaring beast.
"Let's determine who stands as the mightiest warrior in this deep sea! ! "
Brett slightly parted his lips.
"Recovered? Excellent! Let's resume the battle! ! "
The pincers that had been poised to strike now descended.
A new sound filled his ears.
Would it slam down from this position?
Brett leaped aside, skillfully dodging the descending pincers.
Then, the onslaught of pincer strikes commenced.
Brett appeared somewhat bewildered.
'Why was this creature's pincers making noise?'