Chapter 92: Brother vs. Brother, and the Revolutionary Threat
Sea Calendar 1514 - East Blue - Unnamed Island
The salty sea breeze swept over the island, rustling the leaves of the dense jungle. In a clearing at the center of the island, two young but powerful figures faced off.
Ace shook his wrist, the flames in his palm intensifying from deep red to a blinding azure blue. "Don't hold back, Luffy!"
"Of course not!"
Luffy's eyes shone with excitement. He leaned forward, and in an instant, pale pink dragon scales covered his body. His pupils became vertical slits, and silver dragon horns gleamed on his forehead!
"Fire Fist!!"
Ace roared, charging forward. The blue flames burned so hot the air distorted around them, the ground glowing red as he launched a devastating wave of heat!
"Dragon Claw: Steel!"
Luffy crossed his arms, merging his Armament Haki with his dragon scales. The pink armor shone with a tough, metallic luster as he met the Fire Fist head-on!
"BOOM!!!"
The impact exploded, a terrifying heat wave blasting a crater into the ground. The surface was scorched into glass, and rocks flew like shrapnel!
Luffy jumped back, shaking his arm, but grinning. "Ace, your fire is stronger than before!"
Ace smirked, a flame dancing on his fingertip. "Obviously! What do you think I've been doing these last few months?"
Fire erupted from his feet, propelling him instantly from his spot—
"Flame Soru!"
The high-speed movement turned Ace into a blue streak. The next instant, he appeared above Luffy, his right hand like a blade, Haki and fire combining into a sharp slash!
"Flame Cutter!"
The blazing blade sliced through the air, aimed at Luffy's shoulder!
"FWOOSH!"
Luffy stomped the ground, instantly transforming into his full Dragon form, using the gust of wind to narrowly dodge the attack as he soared into the sky.
"That was close! Since when did you learn that move, Ace?!"
"Heh, Luffy!" Ace looked up, crouching slightly. "Don't think flying will save you!"
Blue fire exploded from his feet, launching him into the sky like a cannonball!
"Flame Commandment: Azure Storm!"
Ace crossed his hands in mid-air, unleashing a net of countless, thin, blue-hot flame threads that descended on Luffy like a burning web!
Luffy's eyes narrowed. He took a deep breath, his dragon chest expanding—
"Wind Dragon Roar!"
A furious pink dragon breath erupted, a mixture of razor-sharp wind blades and scorching heat, tearing a massive hole in Ace's fire net!
"I did it!" Luffy thought triumphantly, but he failed to notice Ace moving under the cover of the explosion's smoke.
Ace dove from the sky, compressing a sphere of intensely hot blue flame in his palm. The air screamed and warped from the heat!
"Flame Commandment: Azure Emperor!"
The meter-wide blue fireball shone with a blinding light, evaporating the surface of the distant sea!
Luffy instantly felt the terrifying threat. His grin only grew wider. "Let's settle this!"
He compressed his dragon form back into his Hybrid form, his scales hardening further. He thrust his arm forward, the air swirling around him into a dense vortex—
"Fist Bone: Tempest!"
The searing fireball and the raging storm collided head-on—
"BOOOOOM!!!!"
A violent explosion engulfed the center of the island. The shockwave uprooted trees for kilometers and cracked the earth, shaking the entire island to its core!
As the dust settled, the two brothers lay on the scorched ground, panting heavily.
Ace stared at the sky and laughed. "Ha! I didn't think you'd master that Mythical Zoan power so quickly, you brat!"
Luffy lay beside him, exhausted but smiling. "Shishishi! Grandpa's training wasn't for nothing! I'll win next time!"
Ace glared playfully. "Dream on! I'll send you flying next time!"
The brothers stared at each other for a moment, then burst out laughing together, their voices echoing over the ruined island.
On a distant hill, Garp sat cross-legged, munching on rice crackers.
"Not bad," he grinned, satisfied. "Those two brats are growing up."
Roy chuckled beside him. "Ace has perfectly integrated the Rokushiki with his fruit, and Luffy is getting better at using his Dragon form with the 'Fist Bone' style."
Garp snorted proudly. "Of course! Who do you think trained them?"
Roy tilted his head, teasing. "Didn't you call them 'good-for-nothing idiots' last time?"
Garp turned red and bonked Roy on the head. "Shut up!"
"Ow-ow-ow!" Roy rubbed his head, laughing. "Old man, your punch hasn't gotten any weaker..."
Garp stood up, dusting off his pants. "Alright, let's go. Time to head back."
Roy looked at the brothers, who were still wrestling in the distance. His expression turned serious. "Old man... do you think they'll surpass us one day?"
Garp paused. After a moment of silence, he threw his head back and laughed. "Isn't that obvious?!"
He turned and walked toward the ship, his back broad and steady against the sunset.
"They're my grandsons!"
Roy smiled at Garp's retreating figure and hurried to catch up. "Old man, I'm planning to take the brats out for some field experience soon."
Garp stopped, frowning. "Where? The New World? It's pointless if the enemies are too weak, but it's too early for the strong ones."
Roy smiled, his eyes deep. "Don't worry. There's a place... that's perfect for them right now..."
Holy Land, Mary Geoise - Assembly Hall
In the opulent hall, kings from the World Government's affiliated nations were gathered, the atmosphere heavy.
A World Government official sat on the high seat, looking down at them. He tapped his staff on the floor, the heavy sound echoing through the room.
"Gentlemen, the core topic of today's meeting—the threat of the Revolutionary Army."
A massive holographic map appeared in the center of the hall, marking numerous countries in flashing red.
"In the past decade, the Revolutionary Army has overthrown the governments of multiple non-affiliated nations and is rapidly infiltrating affiliated ones."
"Under the guise of 'abolishing slavery' and 'fighting corruption,' they have gained immense support among the common people."
The official's voice turned cold. "Their true goal is singular: to overthrow the World Government!"
"But they haven't started a war!"
King Cobra of Alabasta spoke up, his face grave but firm. "The Revolutionary Army has indeed helped some nations improve the lives of their people and abolish slavery."
"They haven't used violence to overthrow any affiliated government. Should those actions not be recognized?"
"Foolish!" the official snapped. "The Revolutionary Army's true terror is their so-called 'non-violent revolution'! If the people of every nation follow suit, it will shake the very foundations of the World Noble system!"
The kings murmured amongst themselves.
King Riku of Dressrosa frowned. "But if we suppress our own people with military force, it will only incite further rebellion."
The official retorted, "The Revolutionary Army wants to trap you in that dilemma: suppress the people and lose their hearts, or do nothing and watch your country be devoured!"
Another king raised his hand hesitantly. "It's true. They publicize corruption scandals, causing unrest. Even some of my nobles are starting to support them."
"Revolutionary ideology is spreading like a virus. It must be cut off immediately," the official declared.
"From today on, all nations must ban the spread of Revolutionary thought and designate the Revolutionary Army as a terrorist organization."
He raised a hand, and new orders were distributed. "CP agents will increase their efforts to hunt down Revolutionary commanders. We must strangle this threat in its cradle."
The kings looked conflicted, but no one spoke out again.
In another room at the pinnacle of power, the Five Elders watched the proceedings, their expressions indifferent.
"Heh. The Revolutionary Army..." Saint Nusjuro scoffed.
"They are troublesome, but they do not yet pose a true threat to the rule of the Celestial Dragons," Saint Warcury said calmly.
Saint Ju Peter smiled coldly. "As long as they don't touch our foundation, Dragon is just a slightly smarter rebel."
Saint Saturn looked out at the horizon, muttering, "Still... we should remain vigilant..."
From the peak of power, the five men made a dismissive, arrogant judgment, unaware that a true storm was quietly approaching.
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