One Piece - Heaven Defying Comprehension!

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With a violent crackling sound, Conqueror's Haki surged around Kaido's terrifying kanabo, distorting the very air with its overwhelming power. As one of the Four Emperors, Kaido was at the peak of strength on this ocean, a titan of physical prowess, Haki, and Devil Fruit abilities. His fearsome title as "the world's strongest creature" was no exaggeration, and his devastating attacks could fell an Admiral candidate with a single blow.

Yet in this moment, that seemingly unstoppable attack—representing the might of one of the Four Emperors—was halted by a single outstretched right hand. Ace, from a distance, had effortlessly caught the kanabo mid-swing. 

The strike, intended to embody the pinnacle of the seas, could not move forward.

Kaido's Conqueror's Haki, one of the strongest among the Four Emperors, was completely overpowered. His aura was utterly dwarfed by the raw, violent Conqueror's Haki that enveloped Ace's hand.

"Fire Emperor!" Kaido roared, his eyes locked on the figure that had appeared before him.

This was the man who had publicly executed the Celestial Dragons in front of the Five Elders, sparking a war that plunged the Naval Headquarters into unprecedented defeat. A man so powerful that even Kaido, in his drunken madness, referred to him with respect: Flame Emperor.

"Show some respect to my guests, Kaido," Ace said calmly, his right hand still wrapped in the furious energy of his Conqueror's Haki, firmly gripping Kaido's mace. A confident smirk played on his lips as his body tilted slightly, exuding an effortless dominance.

This imposing scene drew the admiration of everyone, especially the women. 

On the shore, Hancock covered her red lips, her eyes fixed on Ace, whose form still burned with flames. His combination of beauty and overwhelming strength was a deadly allure to Hancock. 

It wasn't just Ace's public execution of the Celestial Dragons or his act of shattering the authority of the Five Elders that captivated her. For Hancock, a "born criminal" herself, Ace had broken down long-held barriers in her heart.

Rayleigh, watching from the sidelines, noticed something off about Hancock. A tremor passed through his eyes as realization dawned.

Hancock had fallen for Ace?

It couldn't be just because of the execution of the Celestial Dragons or the rebellion against the Five Elders. Rayleigh had seen enough heartache in the past, especially because of his relationship with Shakky, to recognize that this was something deeper.

Having known Hancock's past and personality well, it suddenly became clear to him—Hancock's infatuation with Ace wasn't just admiration. The Sweet-Sweet Fruit she had consumed amplified her emotions, making Ace's combination of beauty and raw power irresistible to her.

The Sweet-Sweet Fruit gave its user an allure so potent that it could be called poison. Hancock's ability, combined with her stunning beauty, had the power to captivate anyone. Those caught in her spell would be turned to stone by her Devil Fruit powers.

But like all Devil Fruits, the Sweet-Sweet Fruit had its weaknesses.

Similar to how Sengoku's Great Buddha form gave him immense wisdom, strength, and serenity, but could be overwhelmed by emotions or events beyond his mental capacity, Hancock's fruit had a flaw. When someone with the Sweet-Sweet ability encountered someone more beautiful or powerful than themselves, it could create a fatal attraction—an overwhelming desire that couldn't be controlled.

For Hancock, the world's most beautiful woman, this was almost an impossibility—until she met Ace.

Ace's flame-like form and the grace with which he carried his strength had turned the impossible into reality. His defiance of the world, his beauty, and his Conqueror Haki were all elements that resonate deeply within her, creating an irresistible attraction.

It was no wonder that Hancock had become obsessed with Ace.

But still… there was Nami.

Rayleigh's sharp gaze flickered, then softened as it landed on the young girl who affectionately called him "Uncle Rayleigh." He couldn't help but notice the way she and the other girls were staring at Ace. Something about their expressions felt off.

Wait a minute… 

Rayleigh's Observation Haki allowed him to precisely sense their emotions, and he quickly realized that these girls had the same feelings for Ace as Nami did. What struck him even more was how naturally Nami seemed to accept this, as if there was no tension between them at all.

That sight alone told Rayleigh everything he needed to know.

'Well, well… Ace, you've really outdone yourself, haven't you?' 

A faint smile tugged at the corners of Rayleigh's mouth as he watched Ace effortlessly block Kaido's brutal attack. It was no surprise that these remarkable young women were all drawn to him. Ace was indeed an impressive man, and his charm clearly wasn't limited to his strength.

'I guess it's best to leave the matters of the heart to the younger generation.'

Besides, the only cure for Hancock's lovesick heart seemed to be Ace himself. Rayleigh chuckled inwardly, imagining what their children might call him someday. His eyes flickered with expectations.

"Grandpa Rayleigh."

The thought of a sweet little voice calling him that suddenly popped into his mind, and he couldn't help but grin. 'Grandpa Rayleigh'—what a delightful title that would be.

Another reason to pick up my sword again.

Rayleigh's right hand moved to the hilt of his saber, his sharpness returning. The air around him shifted as his Conqueror's Haki began to gather, more intense and terrifying than before. If Ace gave the word, Rayleigh's sword would be unsheathed, and when it did, it would be a strike worthy of the Dark King in his prime.

Garp, watching from a distance, took notice of Rayleigh's shift in energy. He frowned, staring at the old man.

'Is it just me, or does Rayleigh's Conqueror Haki feel like it's back to its peak?'

Garp felt a slight shiver run down his spine as he noticed something else—there was warmth in Rayleigh's eyes that didn't belong to the legendary "Dark King." What could that old man be thinking to look so soft-hearted?

Scratching his chin, Garp pondered thoughtfully.

Meanwhile, Aokiji, standing nearby, also caught the subtle changes in the two old legends. A twitch of recognition pulled at his mouth—Rayleigh's eyes looked a bit too familiar.

'It's just like the time Garp got drunk in Water 7 and demanded Ace hurry up and give him some adorable great-grandchildren.'

To Garp, sons and grandsons were too much trouble, but granddaughters? They were obedient and caring.

It seemed Rayleigh, too, had begun to treat Ace like a close junior, even daydreaming about such things. At this rate, Aokiji figured it was only a matter of time before Rayleigh officially joined Ace's Entei Pirate Fleet.

Faced with that prospect, Aokiji's fists clenched slightly as a hint of indecision clouded his mind. Today, the chaos on Sabaody Archipelago felt eerily like a replay of the Ohara incident, and it left Aokiji deeply conflicted. 

The idea of Ace inviting him to lead the Entei Pirates' Grand Fleet now weighed heavily on his thoughts. 

'What should I do?'

Aokiji's gaze shifted to Ace, who was now effortlessly blocking Kaido. 'I have to find the answer on my own.'

"'You bastard! Do you think you can look down on me!?'" 

Kaido's voice rang out, twisted with excitement as he grinned sinisterly at Ace. His eyes sparkled with manic glee.

'This guy is strong!'

Kaido was almost thrilled by the power he felt radiating from Ace. Conqueror's Haki, pure and fierce, had completely overwhelmed his own during their brief clash. Ace's ability was equally bizarre. The Mera Mera no Mi, which Kaido had once dismissed, had been developed to an extraordinary extent. 

The flames Ace wielded were no ordinary fire—they could reach temperatures exceeding 10,000 degrees Celsius, hotter even than the Earth's core. And the explosive bursts of flame granted Ace speed and destructive power on par with Kaido's own Thunder Bagua technique.

Thunder Bagua wasn't merely an attack powered by Conqueror's Haki. It was a strike that drew upon the immense natural forces Kaido could control thanks to his Mythical Zoan Fruit, the Azure Dragon. By channeling lightning, Kaido could activate his body to move with near-teleportation speed.

Yet, somehow, Ace's instantaneous explosion of speed surpassed even that.

The Mera Mera no Mi? Kaido had once regarded it as insignificant, especially when compared to his own power to manipulate the elements. His Dragon form allowed him to control not just lightning, but flames and other forces of nature. The firepower he could unleash far exceeded that of the Mera Mera no Mi.

But in Ace's hands, the fruit had become something entirely different.

'Can my body even withstand flames hotter than 10,000 degrees Celsius?'

Kaido's mind raced with thoughts of this new challenge, and his blood boiled in excitement. 

'This is going to be fun!'

"Let's fight, Fire Emperor!" Kaido bellowed, the thrill of battle coursing through him.

"Bah! Boom!" 

In the sky, thunder and lightning surged wildly, controlled by Kaido's powers, roaring through the clouds in an uncontrollable frenzy.

"Don't get ahead of yourself, Kaido. This is my stage."

Ace's smirk faded into a cold calm, and he gazed at Kaido with indifference. His Conqueror's Haki flared even more fiercely, paralyzing Kaido momentarily, preventing him from making a single move.

"Red-Hair, thank you for looking out for my brother, Luffy. That's why I wanted to meet you." 

Ace's demeanor softened as he shifted his gaze toward the red-haired man, his expression now more amicable.

Whether they might become enemies in the future didn't matter at this moment. Red-Hair had been a guiding light to his younger brother, Luffy, and for that, Ace would always be grateful.

"Luffy?! Luffy is your brother?!"

The red-haired man's sharp gaze suddenly froze, his composure broken. Holding his head, he stared at Ace in shock, his previous air of authority gone.

"What?! Luffy's brother?! He's Luffy's brother?!"

The entire Red-Hair Pirates crew was taken aback, shouting in disbelief.

"Uncle Yasopp!"

At that moment, Nami, standing among the Entei Pirates, waved her weather stick toward Yasopp and called out loudly.

"Me? You're calling me, 'Uncle'?" Yasopp pointed to himself in disbelief.

Nami, leader of the Entei Pirate Fleet and the formidable Admiral-level, calling him 'Uncle Yasopp' was unexpected. Though he had roamed the seas for years alongside Red-Hair, he wasn't sure he could match the strength of this 'Cat Burglar.'

The power of the Thunder Fruit, having fully awakened, was truly terrifying, granting Nami Admiral-level prowess. It was no wonder the Thunder Fruit was regarded as an invincible Logia power.

Most surprisingly, Yasopp didn't even recognize the girl in front of him.

"This clima-tact—Ace asked Usopp to create it," Nami shouted toward Yasopp.

Ever since the Red-Hair Pirates were rumored to meet with Ace, Nami had been aware, having read about it in the newspapers before arriving at Sabaody Archipelago. She also knew Yasopp was Usopp's father. Nami, being quick-witted and perceptive, seized the opportunity to strengthen alliances.

"Usopp?!!"

Yasopp clutched his head in disbelief, his eyes moistening as he gazed at the weather stick in Nami's hand. Usopp, his son, had always been a weight on his heart.

"Is Usopp doing well?" Yasopp asked, his voice choking slightly.

"He's doing great, and his sniping skills are exceptional. Ace even helped him hone his abilities, otherwise, this weather stick wouldn't be so powerful." Nami called back.

"Yeah, your son has an extraordinary talent for sniping," Ace added with a faint smile. After all, Usopp would be Luffy's future sniper and part of his own strength.

"Is that so? Ace—no, Flame Emperor—thank you." Tears filled the corners of Yasopp's eyes. Knowing Luffy's brother had taken care of his son and recognized Usopp's talent as a sniper touched Yasopp deeply. It eased the guilt he'd carried all these years.

Meanwhile, Sengoku, who had been observing the battlefield, found himself dumbfounded. He had thought Red-Hair came to meet with Portgas D. Ace with unclear intentions, possibly forming a temporary alliance. Sengoku had been strategizing ways to dismantle this alliance, knowing that before today, Red-Hair and Flame Emperor had no prior connections. The most notable link between them was Red-Hair's role as a former trainee on Roger's ship, and Ace's lineage as Roger's son.

But now, things looked completely different—everyone seemed to know each other! 

No, more than that—they were practically all old acquaintances!

Ace, adopted by that bastard Garp, and the Red-Hair Pirates now stood intertwined. If a battle were to break out here, it would be a fight among familiar faces!

Sengoku could barely wrap his head around this bizarre turn of events.

"So, as a token of my gratitude, I'll give you a little gift for our negotiations," Ace declared, turning to face Kaido with a smirk.

"Hm?!" 

Kaido's pupils dilated in alarm.

"Boom!!!"

A violent surge of Conqueror's Haki exploded forth, sending Kaido flying uncontrollably toward the Five Elders.

"Hoo! Boom!!!"

In the next instant, under the stunned eyes of everyone present, the flames of Ace's power erupted violently, transforming the entire battlefield into a burning inferno.

"Remnant Fire Style—North—Heaven and Earth End in Ashes!"

"Boom!"