Sailing: I was falsely accused of watching Nami bathe, but I'm blind.

This process was extremely difficult.

He couldn't "see" whether the domineering aura had been successfully covered like ordinary people; he could only rely on his vague perception to judge.

He tried again and again, focusing his willpower on his fist, attempting to create a similar feeling there.

But most of the time, there is no response.

Occasionally, he seemed to feel a faint, unusual energy fluctuation or a slight change in temperature on the surface of his fist, but the feeling was fleeting and could not be stabilized, let alone reach the solid hardness that Fujitora possessed.

Progress is unusually slow.

Kai even felt somewhat frustrated.

The obstacles caused by blindness are particularly evident in the training of Armament Haki.

Fujitora seemed to see through his thoughts and said calmly from the side, "Everything is difficult at the beginning."

The training of Armament Haki requires more accumulation and honing than that of Observation Haki.

You don't need to rush things.

Start with 'feeling'. Try to infuse your will into every punch and every block, even if you can only concentrate a tiny bit, it is still progress.

Water dripping on stone wears it away; it takes more than a day to achieve this.

"

Kai took a deep breath, suppressing his anxiety.

Fujitora-senpai is right, he can't rush things.

He possesses an extraordinary talent for Observation Haki, so it's understandable that he might lack in Armament Haki.

He needs more patience and effort.

Although progress has been slow, at least he has gained a preliminary, vague understanding of Armament Haki.

It was like lighting a faint candle in the darkness; although it couldn't illuminate the way forward, it at least gave him a direction.

The enlightenment of Armament Haki has quietly begun.

This road may be even more rugged, but he believes that as long as he perseveres, one day he will be able to transform this intangible "spirit" into an invincible blade in his hand and a solid armor to protect himself, just like his senior Fujitora.

After traveling with Fujitora for some time and arriving at a relatively prosperous island, but Kai could clearly sense the undercurrents beneath its calm surface, Fujitora suddenly made a request that surprised Kai.

“Kai,” Fujitora said one evening in a room at an inconspicuous little inn near the port where they were temporarily staying, “I have a few things to take care of on my own.”

It might involve some... underground matters that are not convenient for you to know.

His tone was calm, but Kai could sense something unusual in it.

“So,” Fujitora continued, “you will need to operate alone on this island for the next few days.”

They have to arrange their own food and lodging and deal with any troubles they may encounter.

Consider it a test of your ability to survive independently and adapt to changing circumstances.

"

Acting alone? Kai paused for a moment.

This is the first time since he started following Fujitora that his senior has to separate from him.

Although he had struggled to survive alone on that chaotic island before, his mindset then was different from now.

Having grown accustomed to the sense of security and convenience of having Fujitora by her side, and being able to ask him for advice at any time, Kai couldn't help but feel a little uneasy about suddenly having to face a completely unfamiliar and seemingly more complicated environment all by herself again.

But he didn't show it, and simply replied respectfully, "Yes, senior."

The junior understands.

He knew that this was Fujitora-senpai's trust in him, and also a necessary part of his growth.

Every fledgling bird eventually has to be caged and fly away on its own.

"Ok.

Fujitora nodded, seemingly satisfied with Kai's reaction.

"This island is called 'Silver Sand Island'. It is famous for its special silver beaches and prosperous trade, but in the shadows, the struggle between the major chambers of commerce and local gangs has never stopped. It is a very deep place."

You must be careful in your actions, listen more, observe more (use your wit), speak less, and avoid causing trouble.

".

Chapter 46 A Flash of Cold Light

Fujitora left some more Beli (which he had won through gambling) for Kai as living expenses for the next few days, and gave him a few words of advice to be careful. Then, leaning on his cane and sword, he quietly left the inn as if blending into the night.

Kai was the only one left in the room.

He sat quietly by the bed, feeling the lingering, calming aura in the air after Fujitora's departure, and the unease in his heart became clearer.

He took a deep breath and slowly released his senses, covering the entire hotel and the surrounding streets.

Silver Sand Island is indeed much more prosperous than the previous chaotic island, but it is also much more complicated.

The air was filled with the bustling atmosphere of commerce, but it was also mixed with various hidden undercurrents of calculation, greed, and even malice.

The streets were more crowded, and among them were some suspicious individuals with powerful auras, or those who deliberately concealed their auras.

Fujitora-senpai was right, the waters here run deep.

On her first day alone, Kai's first priority was to solve the long-term problem of food and lodging.

Although Fujitora left behind a considerable amount of money, it's not a sustainable way to just sit around and do nothing.

He must find a place as soon as possible where he can make a living and where he can stay relatively safely.

He left the small hotel and began wandering the streets of Silver Sand Island, carefully sensing his surroundings and looking for an opportunity.

Soon, he encountered some trouble.

The people of Silver Sand Island seem to be more "shrewd" and better at disguising themselves than the people of the previous chaotic island.

Some people, seeing that Kai was blind, began to have wicked ideas.

A seemingly friendly passerby offered to "lead the way" to him, but in reality, he wanted to lure him into a secluded alley with malicious intent.

Kai easily saw through the other party's intentions from the hypocritical tone and the greed hidden beneath the enthusiasm. He coldly refused and released a chilling warning, causing the other party to leave in a huff.

A fruit vendor deliberately gave Kai less change when buying fruit, thinking he couldn't see or notice.

Kai, however, accurately pointed out the other person's mistake by sensing the number and weight of the coins.

Under Kaina's calm yet oppressive "gaze," the vendor guiltily made up the difference.

Some thugs, seeing that he was alone and "blind," even tried to extort him like the hooligans of the past.

But Kai is no longer the same as before. He doesn't even bother to fight these small fry. He just releases the aura that has become more refined and dangerous after the life-and-death battle and Fujitora's guidance, which is enough to make those cowardly bullies feel a deadly threat and flee in panic.

However, these are just minor troubles.

Kai knew that the real danger often lurked deeper.

He sensed a tense standoff, like the calm before a storm, among the island's major powers—the Shark Merchant Guild that controlled the dockside trade, the Red Scorpion Gang that monopolized entertainment venues, and some mysterious organizations that moved about mysteriously and seemed to have connections with the outside world.

Kai realized that he had to find a relatively neutral or safe area to settle down as soon as possible, and try to avoid getting involved in the conflicts between these major powers.

Otherwise, given his current strength, if he gets involved, he'll likely die a horrible death.

He needed information, money, and a place where he could temporarily settle down.

The challenge of being alone has only just begun.

On her second day traveling alone on Silver Sand Island, Kai encountered a minor but significant problem.

After leaving the small hotel the day before, he chose to temporarily stay under a relatively secluded bridge arch in order to save money.

Although simple, it at least provides shelter from the wind and rain and is not easily noticed.

However, when he woke up in the morning (and sensed that it was getting light), he found that the few remaining pieces of Bailey that he had kept beside him, wrapped in cloth, and the short knife that had been with him for so long, had all disappeared!

Kai's heart sank.

He was careless! Last night, due to the journey and being in an unfamiliar environment, he was mentally exhausted, and his perception range was somewhat narrowed, which allowed the thief to take advantage of the situation!

This is not just a simple matter of losing property and weapons.

On this chaotic island, you can't get anywhere without money, and losing his weapons has greatly diminished his sense of security.

He must find the things as soon as possible!

Kai immediately focused his mind, maximizing his Observation Haki, and carefully sensed the remaining aura around the bridge arch.

Soon, he caught a faint, unfamiliar scent, carrying a hint of guilt and a slippery quality, heading towards the island's slums.

It was him! A cold glint flashed in Kai's eyes (and in his heart), and he immediately followed the trace of that aura.

The slums are located on the edge of Silver Sand Island, in stark contrast to the bustling city center.

The streets here are narrow and muddy, the houses are low and dilapidated, and the air is filled with the stench of rotting garbage and an atmosphere of despair.

A motley crew of people from all walks of life mingled among them, their eyes filled with numbness, wariness, or greed.

Kai's entry into the slum immediately attracted the attention of some people.

He, an outsider, especially someone who looked disabled (blind) yet possessed a calm demeanor, seemed out of place here.