Chapter 270: Section 58: The Death of the Big Guy
Seeing their prized Combat Skill, Heart Hook, broken in such a manner, Golden Hook and Silver Hook both let out a cold huff simultaneously.
The two brothers unleashed their Combined Attack Skill once more.
With Silver Hook sharing the burden, Golden Hook was able to act more freely, displaying even greater combat prowess.
Their Combat Skills were not only powerful but also had many unique and cunning aspects.
If the Justice Pirate Group had only the Silver Fighter, they would have struggled greatly, and may very well have been defeated.
But among them was the Sea Snake Lady.
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This Silver Mage displayed a wealth of tactics, repeatedly helping their own Silver Fighter fend off the fierce attacks of Golden Hook and Silver Hook.
“Damn it, take out that Mage!” Golden Hook ordered loudly, his brows deeply furrowed.
The One-eyed Elf received the command and immediately disengaged from the Silver Hook, stepping on the water with the tips of his feet and heading towards the Sea Snake Lady’s ship.
With him gone, the Dragon-man youth and the others immediately seized the chance to go on the offensive.
Combat Skills were continually deployed, targeting the Golden and Silver brothers.
Golden Hook and Silver Hook were not just capable of standing still; they could also separate. However, when doing so, they had to use each other’s fishing lines to wrap around each other’s bodies, maintaining the constant integration of their Fighting Energy.
The Sea Snake Lady’s ship began to distance itself from the Silver Hook, but its speed was no match for the One-eyed Elf.
The Sea Snake Lady had no choice but to temporarily suspend her assistance on the front lines, casting Spells like Water Arrow to intercept the Elf.
The One-eyed Elf responded by continuously firing back with Alchemy Arrows.
For a while, neither side could gain the upper hand.
“That One-eyed Elf is not simple; I’m worried about the Sea Snake Lady,” Zong Ge whispered to the Dragon-man youth after fighting side by side.
The Half-Beast had crossed blades with the One-eyed Elf many times and had a certain understanding of his strength.
“Then let’s hurry up and finish them off!” the Dragon-man youth gritted his teeth, “Cover me!”
The Dragon-man youth fought desperately, risking his life with every charge.
Although each of his attacks was countered, his frenzied combat style exposed many flaws in the Golden and Silver brothers, which were often exploited by his companions.
Golden Hook and Silver Hook sustained continuous injuries.
While none were serious, they added up over time.
Bang!
The Dragon-man youth was violently struck by the fishing rod, crashing through the deck and falling into the second layer of the Silver Hook.
By now, the Silver Hook was riddled with holes and the deck was shattered.
However, the Dragon-man youth didn’t rush to climb back to the upper layer; instead, he stood his ground, puffing up his cheeks.
Talented Magic—Scorching Dragon Breath!
Sensing the spell’s energy, the Silver Fighter wielding a blade immediately rushed over to intervene but was blocked by Golden Chin with his shield.
The Golden and Silver brothers grinned viciously; at this point, the Dragon-man youth had become a live target.
Combined Attack Skill—New Moon Hook!
A huge, crescent moon-shaped fish hook slashed down mercilessly.
The Dragon-man youth didn’t move. If struck, he would be split in two on the spot.
“This madman, heh!” Zong Ge also grinned, his fighting spirit boiling to extreme heights in that instant.
The Dragon-man youth was taking an enormous risk, practically entrusting his life to his companions!
The Half-Beast felt the youth’s trust and, lifting his head, positioned himself in front of the young man.
Great sword across!
Defensive Fighting Skills were deployed.
New Moon Hook struck Zong Ge, quickly turning from a downward slash to a Horizontal Cut.
“Not good!” Zong Ge’s face changed dramatically.
“I’ve got this,” growled Yishen at the critical moment, his body quivering, and every hair detaching from his body.
Countless Fighting Energy-filled hairs blended together to form another Rat-man, strikingly similar to Yishen.
Combat Skill—Gray Rat-man!
The Gray Rat-man dashed towards the Dragon-man youth, ready to self-destruct to block the Curved Moon Hook.
The Dragon-man youth opened his mouth and raised his head to spit out a huge gout of Dragon Breath.
His Dragon Breath hit the Golden and Silver brothers dead on.
Golden Hook’s expression changed.
Combat Skill—Sun Ring Hook.
He spun his fishing rod over his head, and a golden, glittering ring appeared in an instant.
The huge ring circled around the Golden and Silver brothers, firmly blocking the Dragon Breath.
Silver Hook’s face drastically changed, sensing a sudden drop in Golden Hook’s energy: “Brother!”
Golden Hook was now pale, with not a trace of color, and his upright posture now hunched.
Golden Hook let out a sigh: “I’ve reached my limit, brother.”
“Then let’s retreat!” Silver Hook quickly said.
Golden Hook gave a wry smile and shook his head, “I’ll see you off. Remember, don’t go back to the Gold and Silver Island.”
“No, brother…” Silver Hook’s heart and body shook violently.
But in the next moment, the Sun Ring Hook suddenly collapsed, and the surging Scorching Dragon Breath came at them.
Golden Hook abruptly turned sideways, facing Silver Hook, using his back to shield his brother from the Dragon Breath.
His Golden Fighting Spirit was weak and nearly instantaneously, his back was charred, emitting a strong burnt smell.
“Little brat,” Golden Hook grinned through the pain, but he smiled. He placed a hand on Silver Hook’s head and then vigorously ruffled Silver Hook’s hair.
This most familiar and warm gesture left the anxious Silver Hook stunned for a moment.
In the rising firelight, Golden Hook grinned: “Take my share and live well, brother!”
Having said that, he shoved his fishing rod into Silver Hook’s hands while snatching Silver Hook’s rod.
Combat Skill—Broken Line and Hook!
In an instant, the fishing line completely bound Silver Hook.
Exerting all the remaining Fighting Energy and strength in his body, Golden Hook gave a forceful toss.
Silver Hook, like a shooting star, flew high into the sky, tears streaming down as he shouted, “Brother—!”
He could only watch helplessly as the “Silver Hook” and “Justice,” along with the entire battlefield, rapidly shrank.
The fishing line extended and extended in mid-air until it finally reached its limit. After becoming as thin as it possibly could, it snapped with a “pop.”
Instead, the “Silver Hook” increased its speed, swiftly streaking across the sky and vanishing from sight.
Seeing his brother escape, “Golden Chin” smiled and, after propping the end of the fishing rod on the deck, remained motionless.
The searing “Dragon Breath” engulfed him in an instant.
“Captain!”
“Golden Chin?!”
The Dragon Breath dissipated.
“Golden Chin” had turned into a pile of charred human flesh, his “Life Breath” completely extinguished, yet he still stood without falling.
The battlefield paused for a moment before the “Justice Pirate Group” erupted into earth-shattering cheers. The men of “Golden and Silver Hooks” were as devastated as mourning widows, their morale instantly collapsing.
One sword clattered to the ground, followed by a second, a third…
Almost no one resisted any longer.
Everyone knew the tide had turned.
Even the “Silver Fighter” wielding blades accepted this.
Amidst countless gazes, the “Dragon-man youth” once again stepped onto the first level of the deck.
“Oho! Long Fu, Long Fu!!”
The pirates raised their arms, hoisting swords aloft, continuously cheering.
“Did we win? Did we take down a ‘Golden Fighter’?” a small bird on the “Justice” still couldn’t quite believe it.
“Yes, we did it!” “Zong Ge” joined the “Dragon-man youth,” glanced at the shattered greatsword and tossed it aside.
Victory!
It was so sweet and so joyous.
The “Dragon-man youth” took a deep breath, about to let out a triumphant howl.
Cang Xu secretly whispered to him, “Captain, the ‘Big guy’… is dead.”
The “Dragon-man youth’s” countenance instantly changed.
The joy and sense of achievement that had filled his chest dissipated greatly.
The youth immediately entrusted the clearing of the battlefield to “Zong Ge” and returned alone to the forecastle of the “Justice.”
The “Big guy” was dead.
His entire skin and flesh had cracked, his blood turning a yellow-brown color, very thick, forming a pool beneath him.
His face was in agony, his eyes wide open, staring at the cabin door.
It seemed he wanted to see the “Dragon-man youth” enter.
“No, no…” the “Dragon-man youth” murmured, his heart quickly covered by an intense sadness upon seeing the “Big guy’s” body.
“Get out of here!” In the jungle, the “Big guy” protected the “old shipwright” with his body, resisting “Zong Ge.”
“You’re just like me.” Under the setting sun, the “Big guy” moved to sit beside the youth.
Amid the surging “Beast Tide,” the “Big guy” pushed the new ship on his own: “Dad, for the first time, I’m not listening to you!”
On the hill behind “New Moon Town,” the “Big guy” looked up in admiration and affection at the “Dragon-man youth” showcasing his “Combat Skill”: “Dad, you’re so amazing!”
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Scene after scene flashed back in the “Dragon-man youth’s” mind. The “Big guy,” once so full of “life force,” now lay breathless.
The “Dragon-man youth” knelt helplessly on the ground.
How many times he had faced the terrifying attacks of “Golden Hook,” he had stubbornly stood upright, rising again and again.
But this time, he felt so weak, so helpless.
Tears silently slid down his cheeks.
But his “Blood Core” was throbbing with a devouring desire.
Although the “Big guy” was dead, his “Bloodline” had undergone a transformation just before death.
This was a “Divine Level Bloodline”!
Far superior even to the “Legendary” “King of Flame Dragon.”
“Eat him, eat him!” At this moment, the “Dragon-man youth” seemingly heard the blood core’s insatiable craving.
“Dragon Claw” markings were deeply etched onto the deck.
The “Dragon-man youth’s” eyes were red, his jaw clenched.
The desire of the blood core filled him with anger and regret.
The object of his fury was none other than himself!
“Why? Why am I so weak?”
“If only I were stronger, I could’ve saved you. I could’ve easily defeated ‘Golden Hook,’ without so much loss.”
“I should have taken the risk!”
“I should’ve tried to absorb your bloodline with the blood core. It would have lowered the bloodline’s quality, but maybe it could have saved your life. I should’ve gambled.”
In reality, the youth was uncertain about this.
The blood core was extremely dominant, once utilized, it would completely suck the life out of the target, leaving nothing but a handful of ash behind.
Since the “Big guy’s” incident, the “Dragon-man youth” had tried using only a small part of the blood core’s power.
The “Justice” had several live ducks and chickens stored.
The youth practiced with these, but every attempt failed.
Fortunately, the “Big guy” could hang on to life with “Healing Potions,” and going to “White Wings Port” for help from the bishop seemed the most likely solution.
But on their way, they encountered the “Silver Hook Pirates.”
While the “Dragon-man youth” fought desperately, the “Big guy” died.
The youth’s heart was filled with endless grief.
Although his time spent with the “Big guy” was not long, the latter had entered his heart. The “Big guy” unreservedly relied on him, and at the same time, became a part of the youth’s shadow.
“Captain, you needn’t grieve too deeply. I can save him.” Just then, a voice came from a corner of the cabin.
Subsequently, an elder revealed himself.
The “Dragon-man youth” revealed a look of astonishment, focusing his gaze—
It was the old man rescued by the “Justice Pirate Group” on the “Magnetic Island.”