Byrnndi World pushed his More More Fruit powers to the absolute limit. Purple streams of energy swirled around him, and with his speed amplified a hundredfold, he barely dodged what could have been a fatal strike.
But when he looked up, he saw the brilliant Kizaru turning his fingers into beams of light, Akainu's magma rising beneath him, and countless Marine officers in their uniforms of justice converging from all directions. Brynndi World's heart sank.
He realized that destroying this fortress of Marine authority today was nothing more than a pipe dream.
"Damn Marines… I'm done playing with you!" he snarled, his roar filled with frustration and fury, echoing across the battlefield.
Without another word, he spread his arms and used Geppo to stomp through the air, fleeing toward a nearby deserted island.
Relying on his mastery of Rokushiki techniques like Tekkai and Geppo, combined with the hundredfold speed boost of the More More Fruit, he was confident he could escape.
T/N: How would he even know these? Perhaps stole them or tortured them out of some marine
Yet just as he thought he might succeed, sudden, piercing pain shot through his back with no warning.
He groaned as his body was sent hurtling toward the ground like a cannonball, completely out of control.
"Byrnndi World! You bastard! How dare you kill so many of my trainees?!"
A thunderous roar erupted. It was ex-Admiral 'Black Arm' Zephyr, the iron-willed Marine instructor, his eyes bloodshot with rage. His Armament Haki glowed black along his arms.
That crushing blow that sent Brynndy World flying came from Zephyr himself.
T/L: Feels too early for Zephyr to already have resigned, but slightly AU I guess.
Almost simultaneously, Akainu and Kizaru arrived, forming a triangular pincer around Byrnndi World.
Struggling to rise, Byrnndi World realized how powerless he was against these three top-tier warriors. Under the storm of attacks, he was soon covered in wounds, blood flowing freely, painting the ground dark red.
A few days later, the World Economic News seagulls flapped across the seas, delivering the explosive headlines worldwide:
"Shocking! 'World Destroyer' Byrnndi World Bombards Marineford, Captured by Marines, Imprisoned in Level 6 of Impel Down!"
The bold headline was a bombshell, stirring the entire pirate world.
In taverns and inns, people discussed the news in awe, excitement, and worry.
Meanwhile, the rest of the World Pirates suffered a similar fate. After a fierce battle, every member was subdued. Not only that, the Roger Pirates looted all the treasure piled aboard the World Pirates' ship.
"To celebrate our victory over the World Pirates, let's throw a three-day feast! Wahaahaha!"
Captain Roger stood at the bow, arms wide, laughing heartily. His laughter was contagious, filling every crew member with excitement.
Onboard the Oro Jackson, the feast was lavish: fine wine, roasted meats, and the aroma of cooking drifting across the deck. Crew members raised their cups, shouting, laughing, and sharing stories from the battle.
In the midst of the celebration, Shiro was undoubtedly the star.
Everyone, including Captain Roger, gave him grateful glances. Buggy even ran up, dramatically hugged Shiro's leg, eyes tearing, and thanked him with a slight quiver in his voice. The scene drew laughter from the entire crew, amplifying the joyous atmosphere.
"Shiro, where exactly did you send that Byrnndi World guy?"
Roger guzzled a large cup of wine, cheeks flushed, and laughed as he slumped toward Shiro.
"Well… you'll see in a few days!" Shiro replied, smirking, showing two sharp white fangs, deliberately keeping them guessing.
Three days later, the feast ended. Crew members lay sprawled across the deck, passed out drunk.
A seagull carrying a newspaper swooped above the Oro Jackson.
Bleary-eyed, Rayleigh struggled upright, buying a paper with a few Berries. Upon seeing the headline, his eyes went wide, the alcohol immediately sobering him.
"Captain! Wake up, wake up!" Rayleigh shook Roger's collar vigorously.
"Rayleigh… keep drinking, the feast continues tomorrow!" Roger burped loudly, half-asleep, struggling to open his eyes.
"Byrnndi World… captured by the Marines, locked in Level 6 of Impel Down!" Rayleigh yelled, shoving the paper into Roger's hands.
"Br… Byrnndi World… what?!" Roger's eyes shot open, fully alert, staring at the paper in shock. "He really got captured… Shiro sent him flying straight to Marineford…"
Both men glanced at Shiro, who was sleeping peacefully next to Shanks and Buggy, a faint smile on his lips as if dreaming.
"That kid… he really is clever…" Roger murmured, smiling with satisfaction.
"So… shall we sell the remaining World Pirates to the bounty hunters?" Rayleigh's eyes gleamed with the thought of Berries. As Roger's first mate and steward, he had been worrying about the crew's finances nonstop.
Shiro, awakened by their commotion, rubbed his eyes and walked over. Seeing the news of Byrnndi World's capture, a mischievous smile curled across his lips.
"Rayleigh-sensei, I think it'd be better to sell the World Pirates to bounty hunters in a little while," Shiro suggested.
"Fine! You take the credit for this battle; we'll follow your call!" Rayleigh laughed, patting Shiro's head with admiration.
"Shiro, you really are our crew's savior. Soon you'll be able to handle things all on your own!" Roger said, beaming, wrapping an arm around Shiro.
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