Chapter Nine, Kaido in a Rage! Unmatched Defense of the Iron Forehead!

The continuous sound of bombardment came from outside the cave, accompanied by increasingly louder shouts of anger, as if someone outside were using this small mountain as a punching bag for practice

Runti and Peggy Wan had just emerged from the destroyed prison, and before they could steady themselves, a sudden tremor shook the cave.

Bang

After Captain Kaido leaves, I will immediately find a quiet place, definitely far away from death

Kaido! Kaido!

Cui Ze instinctively drew the spiked mace from his waist, gripping the rough wooden handle with both hands, positioning the sharp, blood-stained spikes, coated with the congealed blood of zombies, in front of his body

Is this ... ... your weapon

Kaido finally found the opportunity to break free from Zephyr's incessant entanglement, allowing him to focus on his own affairs

Uncertain of what he recalled, Kaido's eyes suddenly narrowed, and the overwhelming Conqueror's Haki surged forth from him, radiating in all directions. The surrounding air was filled with numerous black and red arcs of electricity, creating a terrifying spectacle

Originally, two ancient Zoan-type Devil Fruits were essential for Kaido's ambitions

Kaido narrowed his eyes slightly, observing carefully. This weak little fellow, aside from having a somewhat chaotic aura, surprisingly suffered no real harm from that previous punch to the head.

The atmosphere within the cave became exceedingly solemn

I originally thought it was a peculiar ability that would linger like a haunting spirit, but unexpectedly, it has become his lifeline at this moment

This time, Cui Ze's instinctive reaction could not save him.

Kaido held the "Dragon Fruit" brought back by Flame Cloud in his left hand, and had not yet had the chance to respond.

Enduring the Conqueror's Haki of Kaido, a sweet metallic taste of blood gradually emerged in Cui Ze's mouth. Not only did he not cry out in pain, but he instead revealed a grim smile towards the formidable Four Emperors.

My sister

Continue to acquire new characteristics at the level of laws similar to "Iron Head"

The soil on those two small treasure chests is very fresh, clearly having been recently excavated.

Just when Runti thought that this "Dragon-Patterned Giant" would accomplish something remarkable

However, as he was lost in thought against the wall, Run Ti and Peggy Wan in the prison almost screamed upon seeing Cui Ze's "tragic death appearance"

The treasure chest is empty...

I do not know

Kaido suddenly burst into loud tears, with tears the size of a human head falling like raindrops onto the cave floor, splattering countless dust and mud spots.

I do not know

I am not dead yet

Regarding this matter, I have personally consumed the "Qinglong Fruit" and have witnessed Kaido, who has considerable experience with his subordinates consuming Zoan-type fruits.

Instantly defeated with a single punch

In short, the other party will definitely undergo varying degrees of animal transformation

The former is simply impossible

Kaido flicked his fingertip, and a wisp of flame cloud slithered out like a spirit snake, "grabbing" the remaining "Dragon Fruit with Spikes". He then approached the prison, and with a gentle squeeze of his palm, the iron bars, which were as solid as a fortress, were twisted into a tangled mess.

Boom

Young man

Cui Ze's ears only caught the first word "this", and then his vision suddenly blurred as a giant fist, the size of a grinding disc, struck his head like a fleeting bolt of black lightning.

The left claw of the Azure Dragon is grasping two children of the ghost clan, with the larger one holding a gray-blue long knife, secretly attempting to peel the demon fruit nestled in the crevice beside him.

Therefore, it is highly likely that it can only be the latter

Eh

Hmph

A clownish trick

Do you know where the contents of that empty box have gone

Kaido's emotional fluctuations are extremely rapid

I C ーー

The situation was rather awkward

Runti stiffened her neck, glaring at Kaido, and spoke word by word

Kaido raised an eyebrow, and the power of his Conqueror's Haki suddenly intensified by several degrees

I was struck on the head by Kaido's punch, and I am still not dead

Even a natural airhead isn't this foolish

How will you repay me for the ancient cursed fruit you owe me (True · Electronic Music)

You little brat! Are you looking for death?

Cui Ze's figure continuously sank, being directly blasted into the interior of the mountain peak

Kaido fell silent

He instinctively wanted to curse, but immediately realized it and promptly shut his mouth

He could only hear a continuous rumbling in his ears, his vision was completely dark, unaware of how many meters of rock layers had been shattered, nor how deep he had crashed into the earth.

In order to alleviate the pressure from Kaido's Conqueror's Haki, Cuize's chest heaved violently as he utilized the technique of "Beast Breathing" to inhale a large amount of oxygen, thereby enhancing his physical attributes

Wow!

Bang

Thud

So when Kozuki Oden almost killed you with a single sword strike back then, what was it that allowed you to win against him with your 'clown tricks'?

Cui Ze, in a daze and suffering from excruciating pain all over his body, lifted his head and looked upwards, only to see a green dragon that had been driven away by Ze Fa.

Faced with the question from the Pirate Emperor that seemed amplified, Cui Ze fervently recited "Ice Heart Technique" in his mind, striving to maintain a sorrowful expression reminiscent of "Teacher Kaido died a tragic death". He feigned calmness and spoke.

Young man, you have quite a lot of courage

Feeling the intense pain coursing through his entire body, Cui Ze's heart was engulfed in darkness—darkness—darkness.

My dear elder sister

However, this oppressive demeanor, lofty and aloof, ignited the dissatisfaction, anger, and violent rage that Cui Ze had accumulated over the past few days like a spark hitting a powder keg

First, before Kaido entered the cave, there were other individuals who entered the cave and took away the Devil Fruit

It can also enhance its abilities by fishing for the remaining animal-type Devil Fruits

I am about to die! I am about to die!

Those two little brats in the prison, did your dead old man Mzang tell you how many Devil Fruits he left behind before he passed away

Runti bit her lip tightly, while Peggy clenched her fists firmly. The two siblings glared at Kaido with a shared sense of enmity.

Kaido let out a soft "oh" while taking a small step forward

Before falling into a complete coma, only a few scattered words flashed through Cui Ze's mind

Kaido can confirm that the guy he previously "killed" is not a Devil Fruit user, at least not an Animal-type Devil Fruit user

The two fruits of Mzan

Or rather, his Observation Haki had already sensed the continuous approach of a familiar presence, leaving him no time to continue indulging in "pleasures of the senses".

The man who had just brought warmth to the brother and sister was unexpectedly killed with a single punch by the "Dragon Tattooed Giant"

The terrifying aura, reminiscent of a primordial behemoth, permeated the depths of the cave, with an almost tangible sense of oppression coalescing in the air

He wants them all

Muzan! You damned fellow! You actually dared to deceive me!

Kaido's bull-like eyes swiftly scanned the cave, instantly grasping the information he needed to understand. His deep voice resonated like rolling thunder, causing the dust at the top of the cave to fall in a shower.

Several minutes ago, in his dragon form, Kaido unleashed a devastating "Tornado of Destruction" using his Devil Fruit powers, simultaneously summoning thunder and fierce winds for large-scale attacks, directly targeting the mid-century town that had just experienced a massive explosion, with the objective of striking at the group of Navy recruits that had entered the town

The unimpeded iron fist struck Cui Ze's head, and the scene in his vision rapidly receded until it blurred into a chaotic halo

Secondly, that damned Mzan really left only one, yet deceived him into believing there were two

The speed at which the heavy staff of the Eight Precepts swung far exceeded the limits of Cui Ze's nervous system to react; before this thick, black, and hard wolf fang club could even linger for a moment on his retina, it had already struck his forehead with a resounding thud

Feeling that his body was not seriously harmed, Cui Ze, who had been slammed into the wall and could not even be pulled down, surprisingly found his thoughts wandering at this moment

Oh?

Runti was left dumbfounded, her mouth agape, "This guy... could he possibly be an idiot..."

Kaido's eyes instantly transformed into blood-red, furious slits, cold and devoid of any human emotion

While contemplating how to combine the Devil Fruit with the trait of "Wild Body" for Cuize, I suddenly fell onto the ground of the cave

Hundred Beasts

Kaido's perception is remarkably sharp, yet he remains indifferent, merely letting out a cold snort

Strange constitution

In Cui Ze's mind, the characteristic of "Iron Head" from the hastily glimpsed "Wild Body" flashed quickly.

A dragon has its reverse scale

Cui Ze felt a sudden heaviness on his shoulders, as if he had unexpectedly shouldered a massive mountain, causing his teeth to clatter under the oppressive force of this overwhelming aura.

Moreover, it is specifically mentioned in the talent description of "Wild Body" that it includes the information "Blank · Ancient Species · Blank"

At the same time, Cui Ze swiftly drew the "Sun Wheel Blade" from his waist, gripping the hilt tightly to channel all his strength.

You little rascal, you actually didn't die

Cui Ze, who had been playing dead, accidentally fell from the wall due to the continuous shaking of the mountainside.

The abilities of the "Wild Body" are still not complete

The knowledge in his heart could not be concealed, and helplessly, Cui Ze had no choice but to rise from the still trembling ground

However, it seems that there is a problem with the situation now

The hammer, raised instinctively, barely supported for less than a moment, was shattered by a single punch, transforming into a flurry of scattered metal and wood chips, swirling through the air like willow catkins

Mzan's two children

However, Kaido is also well aware that the "Dragon Twister" is not a difficult issue for a master of Zephyr's caliber to resolve, thus his time is extremely limited

Kaido

Cui Ze's smile was stained with blood, "I have been giving you the head seven all along! Poor little green worm!"

It is truly ... ... quite a terrifying ... ... momentum ... ...

In order to protect the seeds of the elite Marines, Zephyr, in a state of helplessness, was forced to abandon Kaido and leave the sky battlefield

No one can evade the observation haki of the Four Emperors

Does it indicate ... ...

Weak and useless emotions

Cui Ze only felt a sharp pain in his cervical vertebrae, as if his head was about to be pulled away from his spine, almost separating from his neck.

If anyone in the cave has consumed the Devil Fruit, given such a short amount of time has passed, he or she is certainly still adapting to the abilities of the Zoan type.

Kaido's voice, tinged with surprise, reached the ears of Cui Ze, who was lying on the ground

Kaido has no time to engage in conversation with these insignificant creatures whose presence is as weak as that of wild grass

Boom

Runti and Peggy's shoulders kept shaking, their faces displaying an expression of wanting to laugh yet not daring to do so

The giant wolf fang club "Eight Precepts of Abstinence" suddenly sliced through the air, tearing out a wailing sound reminiscent of ghostly howls, with the sharp wolf fang spikes glinting with a chilling brilliance

With a loud "bang," Cui Ze was sent flying backward, embedded directly into the wall of the cave, dust scattering everywhere, and his entire body felt as if all the bones were about to shatter.

Peggy Wan, who also felt quite speechless, quickly tugged at her sister's hem after hearing her utter the "thoughtless remark"

The power of the "Beast Breathing" spread into the Sun Wheel Blade with Cuize's movements, and a wisp of white vapor rose from his body. The bright white blade of the Sun Wheel Blade gradually transformed into a beautifully different color—a bluish-gray hue with a hint of misty light.

A color-changing knife? Are you a warrior

In a fit of rage, Kaido has evidently unleashed the full extent of his power from his prime, determined to smash the head of this insolent brat like a watermelon on the spot

Run Ti instinctively wanted to turn her head to look in Cui Ze's direction, but the precocious little girl knew that if she dared to make that move at this moment, there would certainly be no good outcome

Knife

I only know that my father left treasures there, and I originally wanted that person from earlier to take them out and let us go out...

Under the power of the Four Emperors, the ground of the cave was as fragile as paper, instantly cracking and shattering.

Under the unparalleled monstrous strength of Kaido in his half-beast form, Tsuzuki crashed into the deepest part of the cave like a meteor falling from the sky

"Cui—Cui Si Te! You are still alive!" Run Ti also exclaimed in surprise, and Pei Ji Wan shared the same joyful expression.

If the heart is as clear as ice, one will not be alarmed even if the sky falls

In order to resist Kaido's Conqueror's Haki, Cuize's face turned crimson, and his neck was marked by bulging veins, making his speech intermittent and halting

Even with Cui Ze's strong heart, he could feel a surge of cold sweat instantly breaking out from all over his body, his back completely soaked. This was entirely an instinctive reaction of intelligent beings when faced with ultimate danger

In contrast, he is more concerned about the whereabouts of the two ancient demon fruits

Therefore, there are only two possibilities

This damned sense of oppression

Yes, is it?