But such thinking was only for a short time. Soon, his face became firm. He absolutely couldn't afford to lose this battle.
Even if he had to pay a great price, he had to win this battle. This wasn't just about honor and dignity.
More importantly, he could only truly stand at the top of the world if he broke Hawkeye's title as the world's greatest.
The two of them hadn't taken action yet. However, they had both made the same movement, and had gathered all of their momentum.
The two of them were evenly matched in terms of momentum. They couldn't do anything to each other.
So they simply gathered all of their momentum, and condensed all of their energy and spirit into the final strike.
"Mugetsu!"
Akira and Hawkeye took action almost at the same time. However, unlike Hawkeye, who was holding his sword with both hands, the Tensa Zangetsu in Akira's hand actually transformed into a ray of light, and disappeared.
Then, the Shihakushō on Akira's upper body exploded violently, revealing the well-defined muscles of his upper body. A strand of black hair became waist-length.
His right hand seemed to be holding something. What was even more terrifying was that black and red light appeared around him, making him look like a true demon.
Mugetsu was actually also a Getsuga Tenshō. However, it wasn't used with Tensa Zangetsu. Instead, it was a Getsuga Tenshō that was used with his own body.
It was the strongest Getsuga Tenshō. Akira had obtained Zangetsu for so many years. However, he had never learned this move until he had just fought Hawkeye.
He had finally comprehended this move. Although the price might be very high after using it, Akira had no choice. He could only choose victory.
At this moment, Akira seemed to have truly become a sword, a sword that was full of soaring sword intent.
At the same time, Hawkeye also swung his Black Sword Yoru for the last time. It was an extremely ordinary slash. However, it contained all of Hawkeye's understanding and will of swordsmanship.
The moment the black and red blade of light and the blue blade of light touched each other, the world seemed to shake. The entire island shook violently, as if the sky was about to collapse, and the earth was about to split.
The momentum was extremely terrifying. The figures of Akira and Hawkeye couldn't be seen on the battlefield, because the ground around the two of them had already collapsed. Even the spring water from underground had rushed out.
"What happened? Is the sky collapsing, and the earth splitting?"
On the beach near the island, the people of the Amazon Lily Pirates were all gathered on the ship. They all let out horrified screams when they saw the scene that was happening on the island. They were so far away.
However, they felt a powerful force attacking. The originally calm sea surface was churning violently. Some of the weaker pirates were fearfully grabbing everything on the ship, afraid that something would happen.
The huge momentum was transmitted extremely far. At this time, the Navy warship was also quickly approaching. Aokiji, Vice Admiral Tsuru, and the others were also shocked by the momentum created by Akira and Hawkeye's battle. ...
"What a tragic battle, what an intense confrontation. Have the two world's top great swordsmen finally reached the moment of determining victory or defeat?"
Aokiji's face became extremely serious. Although he had come to capture Akira this time, that didn't prevent him from looking forward to this duel. He also wanted to know who was better between Akira and Hawkeye. This top-level battle was really making people can't wait.
Vice Admiral Tsuru suddenly said, "Quickly go ashore, Kuzan. You freeze the sea surface first. Then, control the Amazon Lily Pirates as quickly as possible. Our target is the Shinigami. So try not to hurt the people of the Amazon Lily Pirates."
The reason why Vice Admiral Tsuru had said these words was also because she was worried that the people of the Amazon Lily Pirates would fight to the death. After all, the people of the Amazon Lily Pirates' strength wasn't weak either. Their target this time was Akira. Keeping these people could restrain Akira.
However, if they attacked the Amazon Lily Pirates, it was possible to cause Akira to counterattack. The Navy would inevitably suffer great losses at that time. This was a scene that Vice Admiral Tsuru was unwilling to see.
"It's not good, Lady Sandersonia 2.8, Lady Marigold, the Navy is here. There's a Navy warship coming."
The people of the Amazon Lily Pirates who were on the lookout quickly saw the Navy warship approaching. However, before they could make any movements, they discovered that the sea surface had been frozen. Then, a large group of Navy soldiers rushed over. The one who was in the lead was Aokiji, who had a tall figure.
The strength of Navy Admiral Aokiji was naturally self-evident. In front of Aokiji, without Hancock, the Amazon Lily Pirates didn't have any power to resist at all. They were quickly taken down by the Navy.
However, Aokiji also followed Vice Admiral Tsuru's words, and didn't really kill anyone. This was also the biggest reason why Vice Admiral Tsuru had found Aokiji, because if it had been Akainu or Kizaru, they definitely wouldn't have been so obedient.
After quickly controlling the Amazon Lily Pirates, Aokiji rushed to the shore. Looking at the island, which had already calmed down, he knew that the victory or defeat of Akira and Hawkeye's battle had been decided. However, he couldn't guess what the result was.
"Let's go."
Vice Admiral Tsuru walked to Aokiji's front. The two of them led a large group of Navy soldiers towards the location where Hawkeye and Akira were.
When Vice Admiral Tsuru and Aokiji arrived at the battlefield, they were both deeply shocked by the scene in front of them. The entire earth within a radius of several kilometers had sunk.
Water was spurting out from the ground everywhere. Gravel and trees were scattered everywhere. What they saw was a mess.
What about Akira and Hawkeye at this time?
In the center of the battlefield, Akira and Hawkeye had both fallen down. However, Akira had fallen into Hancock's arms, while Hawkeye was resting his hands on his sword, and kneeling on one knee on the ground. Neither of them had the strength to stand up.
The result was actually both sides being injured. No one had achieved victory. However, only Akira himself knew that he had used Mugetsu, and had drawn with Hawkeye.
This wasn't an advantage in itself, because after using Mugetsu, he wouldn't be able to use the Death God Blade for a long period of time in the future. This was the sequelae brought about by Mugetsu.
However, no matter how serious the sequelae were, judging from this battle alone, the two of them had ended in a draw. However, this draw had undergone a different change after the Navy had arrived.
"The Navy."
Hancock, who was holding Akira, saw the arrival of the Navy at the first opportunity. A look of astonishment immediately appeared on her face. Akira's face also became ugly.
Even Hawkeye had a look of surprise on his face. None of them had expected that the Navy would appear at this time, and at this location.
"It's over."
When Akira saw that the Navy's lineup included Vice Admiral Tsuru, Aokiji, and a group of Navy elites, he knew that he was finished this time. He and Hawkeye had already been seriously injured.
They didn't even have a chance to fight. As for Hancock, she couldn't be a match for a Navy Admiral either. So Akira knew that he was going to be finished this time the moment the Navy appeared.
Under this kind of situation, Akira knew that it was impossible for him to leave. However, after looking at Hancock, he had to think for Hancock. So he quickly started thinking, and tried to figure out how to make the most advantageous choice.
"Hancock, don't resist later. We can't escape."
Akira knew Hancock's temper. If he didn't say it in advance, Hancock would definitely fight. This would only make the situation worse. So he needed to say it in advance.
Afterwards, Akira had Hancock help him stand up. Although he was so weak now that it was difficult for him to even stand up, he definitely couldn't weaken his momentum when facing the Navy.
Even if he was going to die the next moment, he had to show that he was strong. Only in this way could he achieve his goal.
"Shinigami, Newgate D. Akira Stone!"
Vice Admiral Tsuru looked at Akira, and said with a calm face, "You should already be very clear about our purpose after seeing us."
Akira said with a wry smile, "Of course I'm clear. Isn't it just to catch me? It's just that I didn't expect that your actions would be so fast. I thought that you had given up after seeing that you didn't pursue us before. It seems that I was really too self-righteous, and underestimated you."
Aokiji said, "Your battle with Hawkeye is indeed amazing enough. However, you know best how much strength you have left now. Under this kind of situation, what are you planning to do?"
Akira said, "If it was just me, without a doubt, I would definitely choose to fight to the death. However, now, I choose to give up."
Vice Admiral Tsuru said, "A wise choice. However, you're so straightforward. I suppose you have some conditions, right?"
Akira smiled. He was covered in blood now, and looked very embarrassed. "Of course I have conditions. I just don't know if you can agree."
Vice Admiral Tsuru said, "Tell me. If it's not too much, we can agree to you."
Akira laughed, and said, "It's really refreshing to talk to you. Alright, my conditions are very simple. There are only two. One is to let the Amazon Lily Pirates go, and have Hancock become a Shichibukai. The second is to not spread the news that I've been caught by your Navy."
Vice Admiral Tsuru pondered for a moment, and said, "To have the Amazon Lily Pirates become one of the Shichibukai, your request is really unreasonable enough. What if we don't agree?"
Akira said, "If you don't agree, then you have to pay a great price if you want to catch me."
Aokiji said in a deep voice, "Just with your current state?"
Akira laughed, and said, My current state is indeed not very good. However, that doesn't mean that I don't have the power to resist. You will never know how many trump cards I have.
I don't dare to say anything else. There probably aren't many of you Navy soldiers who have come who will be able to survive under my desperate struggle.
One is for me to surrender, and one is to fight to the death. I think you should make the best choice.
Akira's words made Vice Admiral Tsuru and Aokiji frown. Although they had all seen Akira's half-dead appearance, they didn't dare to truly underestimate him, because the impression that Akira had given them was really too deep.
He was already able to draw with Hawkeye like this now. Who knew if what he was saying was true or not? They really couldn't make such a big decision to gamble with so many people's lives.
Aokiji and the others were in a dilemma. Akira was also very nervous in his heart. He knew that his appearance couldn't last for long.
Once he really started fighting, he would immediately be exposed. So he was really worried that the Navy would use force against him.
"Akira Brother." Hancock saw that Akira was still thinking for her at this time. While she was moved in her heart, she also wanted to fight alongside Akira.
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