King's black wings trembled violently, each shudder seeming to voice the anger and agony deep within his heart.
The feathers on his wings, once standing tall and proud, were now disheveled.
Yet, despite his rage surging like turbulent waves, his body remained shackled by heavy restraints, unable to rise.
His injuries were far too severe; every wound seemed to mercilessly devour his vitality, leaving him powerless to do anything but lie there, watching helplessly as events unfolded before him.
Queen's expression was equally grim, like the oppressive sky before a storm.
His gaze fixed intently on Who's-Who, a flicker of fear evident in his eyes.
The maddened Who's-Who was like a demon who'd lost all reason, no one could predict what insane act he might commit next.
Queen knew all too well that his turn would come sooner or later.
Moreover, Kaido seemed to be faltering, while Whitebeard was monstrously powerful!
At this thought, a chill ran down his spine. It seemed he had to find a way to escape.
Jack struggled to lift his head, the once mighty skull now feeling unbearably heavy.
Blood continuously seeped from the corners of his mouth, streaming down his cheeks and staining his chin and neck crimson.
There was no trace of fear in his eyes, only pure rage and disdain.
He stared fixedly at Who's-Who, as if trying to pierce through him with his gaze, the ferocity in his eyes stirring unease in those who witnessed it.
"The Eternal Divine Kingdom... will pay the price..." Jack's voice was low and hoarse, each word seemingly forced through gritted teeth, laden with boundless hatred.
Who's-Who's pupils contracted slightly—a fleeting moment of surprise—but quickly returned to their cold detachment.
His eyes held a hint of mockery and scorn, as if observing a struggling insect on the verge of death.
Just then,
A deafening dragon's roar echoed from the sky.
"Who's-Who!!! If you dare kill Jack, I'll tear you apart and devour you alive!"
The voice thundered, echoing across the skies of Onigashima, as a violent killing intent swept through the sky!
Kaido's azure dragon form writhed amidst the clouds, his colossal body blotting out the sky.
His savage Conqueror's Haki descended like a tsunami, freezing the air wherever it reached, pressing down with an invisible weight.
"Too busy saving your own skin to mind your business, Kaido?"
Who's-Who looked up at the enraged Kaido, a cruel smirk twisting his lips.
His eyes held a mix of provocation and arrogance, as if declaring war on Kaido.
Slowly, he raised his arm, palm aimed directly at Jack's head—a motion that appeared deliberate yet brimmed with resolute killing intent.
"Farewell, Drought."
Who's-Who's voice was icy and merciless, devoid of any emotion.
"ULTIMATE LASER CANNON!!!"
With Who's-Who's roar, a blinding golden light shot from his palm like a dazzling lightning bolt, streaking straight toward Jack.
The radiance was so intense it became impossible to look at directly.
In the earth-shattering explosion, one of the Beasts Pirates' Calamities was blown to pieces without even uttering a final scream.
Flesh and bone fragments rained down across the battlefield within a hundred-meter radius, creating a scene too gruesome to behold.
"JACK!!!"
Kaido's roar shattered the silence, filled with agony and fury.
His roar shattered several peaks of Onigashima, sending rocks tumbling and dust flying.
Tears of blood streamed from the dragon's eyes—a testament to his grief and reluctance to part with Jack.
That kid had only been thirteen when he started following him!
...
Who's-Who stood amidst the aftermath of the explosion, his red fur whipped into frenzy by the heat waves like dancing flames.
He coldly glanced at the remnants of Jack's mammoth tusks, his eyes showing no trace of pity.
Then, he slowly turned and strode toward his next target, his steps steady and powerful as if everything was under his control.
"Who's next?" He licked the blood from his claw-blades, the gesture dripping with bloodiness and cruelty.
A dangerous glint flashed in his eyes, sending chills down the spine.
The entire Onigashima battlefield fell into a brief silence following Jack's death.
This silence felt like a prelude to oppression, hinting at an approaching storm.
The members of the Beasts Pirates looked ashen-faced, their eyes filled with terror and despair.
Their former glory and confidence had vanished, replaced by confusion and helplessness about the future.
Meanwhile, Marco and Jozu stood watching with arms crossed.
This play of betrayal and revenge was unfolding in the bloodiest direction, and they observed it all in calm silence.
"How ironic..." Marco slowly said, his fingers gently stroking his face.
His eyes clearly reflected the distant blazing explosion, the flames dancing in his eyes.
He lowered his head slightly, gazing through at the chaotic battlefield, and murmured softly,
"To think the one killing the most in this war isn't from our Whitebeard Pirates."
Beside him, Diamond Jozu stood imposingly, every muscle encased in diamond, carefully wiping the remaining blood from his fists.
Jozu wiped his diamond body while grinning widely.
"Who'd have thought Who's-Who would betray us? If not for Ron 'Contract Tree' that can restrain him in the future, given his current bloodthirsty state..."
As he spoke, Jozu unconsciously touched the back of his neck, a trace of lingering fear flashing across his face.
"This gives me chills down my spine! If this madman had no restraints, who knows how much chaos he'd cause."
Vista was intently wiping bloodstains off his dual swords, the cloth making soft scraping sounds against the blades.
Hearing Jozu's words, he threw his head back with a loud laugh and gave Jozu's diamond shoulder a hearty slap.
He chuckled, "What chills are you talking about? Look at yourself - covered in indestructible, glowing diamond, shining like a miniature sun on this battlefield. Plus with your top-tier Armament Haki, how many people in the entire New World could even hurt you?"
Jozu froze for a moment, his previously worried expression stiffening.
He instinctively looked down at his glittering diamond body.
Staring at his impenetrable defense, he grinned sheepishly. "Well, when you put it that way..."
BOOM!
Another violent explosion sounded in the distance, shattering the temporary peace of the land.
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