At this age...
Akainu doesn't consider himself capable of outperforming the other party.
"Then I'll go block BIG·MOM..."
Kizaru's smile hung at the corner of his lips, seemingly somewhat resigned: "BIG·MOM's strength is really dangerous, I've heard her most terrifying son Katakuri is also on this island..."
"It's not a hassle for you..."
Akainu had utmost faith in Kizaru's combat ability, because they were both from the same hometown and were peers in the Navy Training Camp, truly knowing each other's roots.
The three Admirals of Navy Headquarters in this batch were dubbed the strongest Admirals in history, once recognized as the supreme force of the World Government.
Akainu, Kizaru, and Aokiji were once standout monsters in the training camp, not merely due to their Demon Fruit Abilities, a feat far unmatched by any trainees in later camps, including Smoker.
"Saint Garling..."
Akainu's gaze fell upon Saint Figarland Garling's figure, asking in a deep voice, "My subordinate acted too impulsively; your arm should not hinder combat, right? As long as we can prevent Red Hair, that man, from participating in the snatch of Vegapunk, we should be in good hands..."
"..."
That kid acted on your behest, didn't he!
Saint Figarland Garling's cheek twitched momentarily, speaking coldly, "No need to worry about that, I'll ensure Shanks, that kid, doesn't get involved..."
"Admiral Sakazuki!"
"Admiral Borsalino!"
"We've located Vegapunk!"
A Navy Lieutenant's shout echoed toward them.
With the direction indicated by the Navy Lieutenant, everyone saw a person with a big head speeding along, seeming to have boarded some high-speed moving tool.
"Immediately begin the operation!"
Akainu's figure flashed, quickly dashing towards the distance, speaking coldly, "Everyone follow me to capture Vegapunk! The rest act according to the original plan!"
However...
Akainu moved too fast...
The guy, in carrying out his mission, forgot about the conflicts among those present...
After Akainu departed with a group of Navy personnel, Saint Figarland Garling kept a solid stare on Akihara Kagura, tightly gripping his steel blade, seemingly ready to burst at any moment.
Only...
Before Saint Figarland Garling could utter harsh words...
Akihara Kagura's lips curled into a smirk of contempt, behaving even more arrogantly than Saint Figarland Garling, and sneered: "Hey, slave Figarland Garling, still think of yourself as the supreme World Noble?"
"Bastard!"
Saint Figarland Garling instantly clutched the hilt!
"This appearance just fits..."
Akihara Kagura's smile became increasingly mocking: "It's fitting, you and Red Hair, that pirate, are both one-armed now, quite a match..."
"I'll kill you!"
Saint Figarland Garling leaped forward towards Akihara Kagura!
"Don't act rashly, don't act rashly..."
Kizaru promptly took on the role of peacemaker.
"By the way..."
"Keep this in mind..."
Akihara Kagura didn't seem to hold much respect for Kizaru, utterly indifferent to his mediation, as a hint of murderous intent slowly emerged at the corner of his smile.
"Slave Figarland Garling, next time you dare insult Admiral Sakazuki in front of me, it won't be just one arm you lose..."
"!!!"
Saint Figarland Garling's remaining right hand trembled.
At this moment...
The Commander of the Divine Knight Order's hatred nearly overtook his mind, and it brought his resentment toward Akainu to a peak!
This kid...
After all, he's merely Sakazuki's subordinate...
Backing this brat is Sakazuki, truly a dog that bites its master. Without that dog's attitude, how could this brat dare treat him, a Heavenly Celestial Dragon, like this!