#112 - Chapter 112: The Awakening of the Conqueror's Haki

The Marine Headquarters, with its dignified architecture, appeared even more solemn and majestic under the bright moonlight.

Messages traveled through the dense radio waves, rapidly transmitting from warships on the high seas back to the command center.

The air in the receiving room was thick with tension as a support request came in from the Jin An Fleet.

Even from the communicator's voice, one could tell the urgency of the situation on Jin An's side.

"......"

"Barrett, that name has been a headache for us Marines for a long time." Kong, the Chief Commander, said in a steady voice, tapping his fingers on the desk. "No matter what, we can't let him escape again this time."

A sense of urgency permeated the air.

The signal for assembly, like a war drum, awakened every soldier in the base.

The steel-like fleet, upon receiving orders, acted swiftly and decisively.

One warship after another ignited its engines, plowing the sea surface into straight lines as they converged towards the target.

In the emergency readiness, the communication officers' arms moved rapidly across the consoles, coordinating support with the warships at sea.

The roar of the machines, the soldiers' breathing, and even the whistling of the waves against the hulls formed the spirited symphony of progress in the Marine Headquarters' daily life.

In Kong's office, a solitary lamp illuminated his resolute and weathered face.

The desk was piled high with various strategic maps and intelligence files, his eyes scanning each document, his mind rapidly calculating every possible variable.

"This time's enemy is exceptionally powerful. We can't afford to be complacent." Kong took a deep breath, his voice low and powerful, filled with unquestionable determination.

"This is not just a bandit suppression operation, but also a good opportunity for the Navy to display its strength to the outside world."

"We will serve as the strongest support for the Navy fighting bloody battles on the sea, and we will don the armor of justice."

"Let the lawless pirates know the power of the Navy!"

Kong's voice echoed in the ears of every soldier, impassioned and inspiring.

This was a mission to hunt down pirates, and also to uphold those who believe in justice.

He reached out and pressed the communication button on the desk, calmly issuing instructions:

"Garp, Borsalino, Sakazuki, this mission is your responsibility. Take your men and move out as quickly as possible."

"If necessary, you can act independently from the group."

"......"

As the orders were issued, the entire Marine Headquarters seemed to transform into a busy beehive, with high-ranking officers gathering rapidly, each person's eyes gleaming with unwavering determination.

Garp's rugged figure stood at the forefront of the group, the battle scars on his body adding to his aura of authority.

"That Barrett guy actually ran into Jin An?"

"It's been a long time since I've taken action, so I might as well join the fun."

Borsalino and Sakazuki also set out.

Although they had only graduated from the training camp a few years ago, they had steadily secured the position of Rear Admiral with their strength.

Their uniforms were neat, their spirits were high, and they stood on the decks of the warships, facing the sea breeze, heading towards the unknown battlefield.

"......"

In the distance, the moon on the sea was like a blade, its cold light flashing, the waves seemed to whisper, foreshadowing the coming battle.

Kong remained alone in his office, watching his warriors depart.

This was an unprecedented operation, but he had full confidence in the Marines under his command.

They were not only powerful warriors, but also defenders of justice.

In the dark night, they were the brightest light.

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A town intertwined with blood and fire.

The sky roared angrily, as if enraged by the raging storm.

Waves crashed wildly against the earth, the splashing water droplets drawing streaks of silvery-white arcs in the air.

The entire sea swayed in this storm of power, the crests and troughs of the waves echoing each other, creating countless ripples.

In the face of this apocalyptic scene, Barrett's figure was particularly striking.

He stood at the forefront, his eyes firm and blazing, his hands wantonly manipulating the raging storm.

For a time, his aura was like a raging tide, unstoppable.

Every movement he made carried unparalleled power, and the surrounding air trembled.

Jin An quietly faced Barrett's almost fanatical aura, his coat fluttering under the tearing wind, his face stinging from the wind and rain.

He did not choose to escape, silently enduring all of this, with thunderous power hidden in the depths of his eyes.

"Just a little bit more..."

The pressure Jin An was enduring made him sweat profusely, but he was just a little bit short of an opportunity.

He gripped the hilt of his sword tightly, his body rising and falling with the giant waves, as if he wanted to merge with the sorrow of the sea.

Despite the harsh environment, there was not a trace of retreat in his eyes, he just quietly and firmly stared at Barrett, as if waiting for something.

And Barrett was like the embodiment of the storm, enjoying all of this, every breath he took seemed to synchronize with the storm, every heartbeat echoed in the storm.

Barrett was like a beast in a storm, the invisible pressure causing the surrounding space to tremble.

Huge air currents surrounded his body, forming whirlpools, and the sea water was dented by his domineering aura.

In the face of this terrifying power, all life silently bowed their heads, only Jin An, still stood upright.

As the pressure increased, Jin An's breathing became difficult, each breath was like swallowing giant waves.

However, in this oppression, he felt an unprecedented surge, it originated from the depths of his heart, like an undercurrent surging.

"Now..." His voice was barely audible in the storm, but it was full of determination and firmness.

Suddenly, the protagonist closed his eyes, in the deep darkness, he felt that a certain shackle in his body was being released, that was a power buried deep in his heart.

Conqueror's Haki - this kingly temperament, this unstoppable force, quietly awakened in his body.

"Open!!!"

Only a low roar was heard, not from Jin An's mouth, but directly resounding in the depths of his heart.

A different aura from Barrett suddenly rose around his body, it was like a store, not with destructive power, but dignified, calm, like the first ray of dawn.

When Jin An opened his eyes again, his eyes shone with the unique brilliance of a king.

That suffocating pressure was no longer a restraint, but became a catalyst for his power to awaken.

For a moment, the storm seemed to stagnate, everything around seemed to freeze, only Jin An's aura was gradually spreading, competing with Barrett's domineering aura.

"You actually used my power to awaken Conqueror's Haki..."

Barrett's eyes narrowed slightly, looking at the red lightning rising on his opponent's body, he couldn't help feeling annoyed, and a hint of imperceptible appreciation.

With the blessing of this newly awakened power, Jin An's spine was straighter, he seemed to have transformed from a mortal into a legendary king.

That invisible domineering aura showed the greatest power in silence.

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