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Head Sweet Commander, Daichi the Destroyer, and Heavenly Yaksha.
The participation of these three prominent figures continued to elevate the Central Fighting Tournament's attention, with various forces rushing to Champion Island.
"Loan Shark King" Du Feld, "Big News" Morgans, "Deep-Sea Currents" Umit, and the Underground Emperors also appeared one after another.
"Gugigugi, this is a rare event that happens once in a decade!"
"I never thought I'd witness an Sweet Commander battling an All-Star, and a Warlord too—they're all big shots!"
"Kwahahaha, it's a shame this tournament has already spread throughout the underground world; it's not worth transporting as news."
"Stussy, I heard you've been quite close with that Daichi the Destroyer recently!"
"A grown man prying into a girl's gossip is shameful. Stop it!"
The Underground Emperors entered the venue together, many of them being investors in the fighting tournament, making them the most invested in the competition.
Upon reaching the observation room, Du Feld took out a unique Devil Fruit covered in patterns, a grin spreading across his face.
"Such a grand event naturally requires a prize of sufficient weight!"
"A Devil Fruit?!"
The others couldn't help but be startled.
Devil Fruits cost at least 100 million Berries, and they are so rare that they are difficult to obtain even with money.
"Feld, you've truly brought out a rare item!"
"Kwahaha, compared to the caliber of the contestants participating in this tournament, a mere Devil Fruit as a prize is rather cheap."
The Underground Emperors nodded in agreement.
Whether it was Doflamingo or the two Four Emperors crews, they genuinely didn't care much for ordinary Devil Fruits.
The three factions already possessed numerous ability users.
"Feld."
Morgans asked with a smile, "You heard about what happened on Hachinosu, right?"
"Of course."
Feld curled his lips, clearly understanding Morgans' meaning. In the underground world, who didn't know his reputation as an angel investor?
"It's indeed a project worth investing in!"
"If you want to get involved, I can help you connect."
Stussy joined in the fun. A simple favor was effortless and could gain Daichi's goodwill—a sure-win business.
"No rush."
Feld waved his hand with a beaming smile, "If Daichi the Destroyer wins the championship, then I'll definitely have to consider it carefully!"
In the underground world, the principle of venture capital is simple: whoever has greater fame has investment value.
Fame is the best proof of strength.
If Daichi the Destroyer wins the championship in this tournament, the Hachinosu community led by Daichi the Destroyer will significantly increase in value. Not just him, but everyone present would want a piece of the pie.
However, if Daichi the Destroyer is defeated, whether the Hachinosu community can continue to exist is a question. Losing his power, even the Beast Pirates will face numerous challenges.
After all, Daichi the Destroyer's appetite is not small!
"Let's wait and see!"
The fighting tournament arena was laid out like terraced fields, rising layer by layer. Participating warriors would charge from the first level, and only those who could reach the top would be qualified to contend for the championship.
Countless warriors gathered here.
The most eye-catching among them was undoubtedly the colossal figure, standing like a small mountain on the first level of the arena.
The new era warrior of Elbaf.
"The Strongest Pirate Mercenary" Hajrudin.
"I will become the King of the Giants!"
Hajrudin swung his fist, smashing it onto the ground. The immense force instantly split the earth into pieces, and the powerful impact sent all the surrounding warriors flying.
The terrifying strength of the giants stunned the audience.
"Oh, how powerful!"
Daichi looked at Hajrudin on another battlefield in the distance.
Good, good, he liked it!
"Hey!"
A red explosion-headed swordsman blocked Daichi's path, his eyes unable to suppress his excitement: "You're the Beast Pirates' Daichi the Destroyer, right? I never thought I'd meet such a big shot here. My name is Rockstar; you must have heard of me!"
"No, I haven't."
Daichi said expressionlessly, waving his hand vigorously.
"Hey, hey, don't joke around."
Rockstar didn't believe him, pointing at himself earnestly: "Me, that Rockstar, with a bounty of 94 million Berries, you must have heard of me!"
"Really, I haven't."
Rockstar knelt on the ground, his red explosion hair drooping in dejection, looking rather pitiful.
Daichi's face was covered in black lines.
After some thought, he pulled out a business card from his pocket and handed it to the explosion-head. Since this kid was so persistent, he'd give him a chance.
"If you truly have nowhere to go, you can come find me on Hachinosu in a month. I'll arrange a job for you."
"Bastard, don't underestimate me!"
Rockstar angrily stood up, drawing his sword and pointing it at Daichi: "My idol is Red Hair; I have no intention of joining the Beast Pirates. I'm here to challenge you!"
"Red Hair?"
Daichi let out a soft sound.
He seemed to have some impression; he remembered that the Red Hair Pirates would have an intern. Could it be this kid?
He looked like a mere grunt, the kind you wouldn't recognize in a crowd, which actually fit the grunt style of the Red Hair Pirates quite well.
"Take this, Daichi the Destroyer!"
Rockstar leaped up, holding his sword with both hands and slashing down at Daichi!
"Crack!"
The blade struck Daichi's shoulder, then immediately broke into two pieces. The spinning blade fragments flew past Rockstar's face, leaving a bloody cut on his cheek.
"My sword... broke?"
Rockstar stared at the broken blade in shock.
His blade was imbued with Armament Haki!
What kind of incredibly strong physique was this!
"Seriously, how could a mere sword cut through a body tempered a thousand times?"
Daichi patted the dust off his shoulder, walked up to Rockstar, and said with a smile, "Seeing as you're quite cute, I won't beat you up. If you really do join the Red Hair Pirates in the future, deliver a message to Red Hair for me."
"What message?"
Rockstar swallowed his saliva.
Is it about war?
Or a threat?
Could it be an alliance?
Daichi chuckled, extending both hands and wiggling his fingers: "Just tell Red Hair this: 'Blah-Blah-Blah.'"
Rockstar was dumbfounded.
"Alright, I have things to do."
Daichi looked towards Hajrudin's position, leaning forward. His bent legs swelled and grew, with veins bulging on the surface.
The next second, the ground beneath his feet cracked layer by layer!
"Boom!!!"
Accompanied by a deafening sonic boom, Daichi instantly vanished.
Rockstar collapsed onto the ground, staring at Daichi, who had disappeared into the sky, too shocked to speak for a long time.
This is a true powerhouse!
On the other side, the battlefield.
Hajrudin raised his arms and roared, surrounded by unconscious warriors at his feet. His formidable power swept through his combat zone.
"Who else dares to challenge me!!!"
"Boom!"
As if in response, a dark shadow descended from the sky, plummeting in front of him. The intense impact nearly made him fall.
When the dust cleared, a massive figure appeared before him.
Hajrudin's pupils contracted sharply.
"Daichi the Destroyer!"