On a vast, boundless sea as blue as a washed sky, a majestic warship cut through the waves, cleaving the calm waters with astonishing speed and leaving behind long, white trails.
On the deck of the warship, everything was orderly, and Roy had carefully chosen a lounge chair, relaxing on it with ease.
The surrounding sailors were long accustomed to this scene; there was no surprise in their eyes as they each performed their duties and remained at their posts, demonstrating the discipline and rigor expected of the Marines.
"It's truly unbelievable that a warship of this size can race across the sea at such speed. What kind of advanced propulsion system does it use?"
Tony Stark, a genius in the world of technology, muttered to himself with a face full of curiosity, a gleam of exploratory fascination shining in his eyes as he clearly harbored great curiosity and a desire to investigate the ship's power source.
The other observers, however, directed more of their attention toward the man lounging on the chair—Roy, also known as Kizaru.
Compared to the upright, spirited soldiers around him, Roy's leisurely demeanor seemed completely out of place, overturning their expectations of a military figure's stern and resolute image.
This contrast couldn't help but stir doubts in the minds of several others present.
At that moment, the same thought crossed their minds: could it be that this group member named Kizaru had climbed the ranks through a prominent family background and that he himself did not actually possess the formidable strength befitting his position?
After observing Roy's lazy attitude, such speculation seemed increasingly plausible, and several of them secretly nodded to themselves, feeling this possibility was highly likely.
They watched the seemingly carefree Kizaru, each lost in their own thoughts.
The warship surged forward, carving white trails across the glistening sea surface. Throughout the journey, the sea appeared unusually calm, devoid of any disturbance, as if all was peaceful. Even the cries of the seagulls seemed especially melodious, adding a touch of tranquility and serenity to the voyage.
[What a beautiful view.] Historia Reiss's voice was filled with wonder.
For this young girl who had never left her island, the vast, boundless sea was so immense and breathtaking.
[Agreed!] The others in the group chimed in as well. Regardless of who they were, facing such a magnificent natural landscape, it was impossible not to feel awe and yearning.
"Bang!" However, this tranquility did not last long. The sudden sound of a cannon blast broke the calm of the sea and startled everyone from their thoughts.
Not far ahead of the warship, a small pirate ship, seeming to have just noticed the warship's approach, hastily adjusted its course in a panic, trying to flee the dangerous waters.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
But the warship gave them no chance to escape. A series of deafening cannon blasts rang out, and the shells shot through the sky like fiery dragons, hurtling with precision toward the pirate vessel. In an instant, clouds of smoke erupted on the sea surface, flames scattered everywhere, and the once-peaceful waters were rendered a chaotic mess.
[Naval warfare from the Middle Ages?] In the world of Conan, Haibara Ai stared intently at the scene, a glint of curiosity shining in her eyes.
Although she realized that the level of technology here seemed far beyond that of the Middle Ages, the scene before her still inevitably reminded her of medieval naval battles.
[Hey, Mr. Kizaru, if you need it, I can provide the latest technology.]
Tony Stark watched the scene, a playful smile curling at the corner of his lips.
"Although that cannon is very powerful, the people don't seem very strong."
Uchiha Sasuke made this judgment as well, forming a preliminary assessment of Kizaru's strength.
Just as Sasuke's heart began to stir with a faint sense of disappointment, the situation on the sea took a drastic turn.
The warship seemed propelled by an invisible force, surging forward like an arrow released from a bow, rapidly closing the distance to the pirate ship ahead. Victory appeared within reach.
"It seems that the warship under Mr. Kizaru's command, relying on its overwhelming firepower advantage, will soon bring this naval battle to a victorious conclusion."
The observers in the group made nearly identical judgments based on the situation before them.
However, things often took unexpected turns. Just as everyone thought the outcome was decided, a wave of indescribable power suddenly surged from the pirate ship.
Then, a nimble figure leaped up like a phantom. Amidst the hail of cannon fire, with astonishing speed and precision, they sliced several incoming shells in two with a single blade. Explosions echoed one after another, and the sea surface was instantly shrouded in flames and smoke.
If this scene had occurred in the world of One Piece, it might not have been unusual, but for the members of the group, it overturned their traditional understanding of naval warfare, leaving them stunned and incredulous.
"I… I didn't see that wrong, did I? That person actually used a sword to cut cannonballs in half?!"
Tony Stark's voice trembled in the group chat. The collision of medieval naval warfare and technology had become so unbelievable in this moment.
Before the group's shock could subside, another figure leaped into the air from the warship—it was the Marine officer who had previously reported to Roy.
In a way that defied the laws of physics, he stepped lightly into the void, as if treading on invisible stairs, alternating his left and right feet as he walked through the air, racing straight toward the pirate ship.
As he surged forward, a sharp slash of sword energy erupted violently, striking the pirate ship's deck like a thunderclap, kicking up splinters and sparks.
This chain of events brought the group's discussion to an abrupt halt, as everyone became immersed in the series of astonishing scenes.
Aboard the pirate ship, the pirates who had initially tried to resist with their numerical advantage now faced the extraordinary strength displayed by this Marine officer, plunging them all into deep terror.
Even the captain, known for his ruthlessness and cunning, found his resistance futile before the sword energy that seemed capable of cutting through any obstacle, and he was soon defeated.
To the group members, everything before them seemed beyond imagination.
Amidst the flashing blades and shadows of swords, the speed of their exchanges was so fast that they could only catch fleeting afterimages. Every clash was accompanied by the tearing of the air, making one wonder if such feats were truly attainable by human beings.
[This world possesses hidden powers far beyond our imagination.]
[The human body is capable of unleashing such incredible strength.]
Another member added, their tone reflecting both shock and curiosity about the unknown.
By now, the group members had come to understand that the world of their group member Kizaru was one brimming with formidable power.
[How strong must an Admiral be?]
Uchiha Sasuke clenched his fists, curiosity burning within him.
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