Pirate: I have a Hollow living inside me

With the clash of the swords, a deafening roar resounded throughout the surroundings, and the shockwave swept across, leaving behind a trail of dense cuts.

The earth cracked and trembled incessantly.

This demonstrates the power of this collision!

Both were great swordsmen and renowned strongmen on the high seas, so the clash of their strongest attacks was naturally a huge event!

Seeing this, Whitebeard shook his head and chuckled: "Gurrah, Vista is going to lose..."

The white-bearded member of the Haimai F group was stunned: "Huh!?"

On the other side, Shanks clicked his tongue: "A two-stage slash with a drawn sword technique? That's impressive. 'Quick Sword' Kuina, and her Observation Haki can even predict the future, right?"

Hawkeye praised, "She should make up for her physical weaknesses with faster strikes. She should find her own way of the sword and be given time to grow. She is qualified to challenge the 'World's Greatest Swordsman'!"

The redhead shook his head: "The Vista guy has no sense of crisis at all. He actually got caught out. He's really living too comfortably."

Hawkeye calmly said, "Even if we disregard the fact that this weakness was deliberately exposed by the fast sword, the final outcome wouldn't have changed..."

The redhead raised an eyebrow but said nothing more.

He acknowledged Hawkeye's keen eyesight.

The nickname "Eagle Eye" is not just because of his sharp, eagle-like eyes.

There's also the reason why they can perceive details that others can't.

In the arena.

After a brief stalemate, Vista could no longer withstand the power of Kuina's sword.

With a loud 'bang', Vista was sent flying, his twin swords flying from his hands.

With a hissing sound, Vista's legs scraped the ground, covering a distance of nearly a hundred meters before finally coming to a stop, a trickle of blood escaping from the corner of his mouth...

"call……"

Bista let out a heavy sigh.

Looking at the fierce, beautiful girl with a high ponytail in front of him, Vista shook his head with a wry smile: "I have lost this battle..."

Defeat is defeat.

There are no other excuses.

If his opponent hadn't held back, he wouldn't have just been sent flying; he could very well have been decapitated...

His opponent's swordsmanship and domineering skills were both superior to his own; the only thing he was inferior to was his physical attributes.

“Thank you for your kind offer, Mr. Vista,”

Nodding to Vista, Kuina turned back to her companion.

Nami gave Kuina a thumbs up: "Amazing, Kuina! No wonder you're our first mate!"

Little Yi's eyes sparkled: "Kuina is so cool!"

Robin smiled and said, "Impressive!"

The others also showed expressions of astonishment.

"Floral Sword" Vista was also a renowned swordsman on the high seas, but he was defeated by Kuina.

Kuina's strength may not have improved as monstrously as Rocks', but it was still improving noticeably.

After each battle, Kuina's strength increases several points!

The speed at which it becomes stronger is truly astonishing!

"I have successfully completed my mission."

Kuina simply smiled at her companions' praise.

Turning to look at Rocks, Kuina said softly, "I'm not strong enough to challenge Hawkeye right now, so I won't make a move after this..."

Kuina has a certain understanding of her own abilities.

There is still a considerable gap between him and the top swordsmen; he is not yet ready to truly stand in front of Mihawk and challenge him.

She needs more time to grow.

Lox laughed and said, "I'll be waiting for you at the highest point."

Kuina gave a fighting smile: "Don't lose, or I'll catch up with you very soon!"

"I will do my best."

Lockes nodded, then stepped forward and, with a ripple in the space, arrived at the center of the "stage".

Slowly drawing the Seven Star Sword, Rocks's gaze was sharp and filled with fighting spirit as he looked at Hawkeye and smiled:

"Come on, Lord Hawkeye, I have been looking forward to this battle for a long time. It is time to settle the score we have not yet finished."

"This battle will also determine the 'World's Greatest Swordsman'!"

That battle was stopped because of Aokiji's appearance.

To be honest, even if Rocks had tried his best, he probably wouldn't have been a match for Hawkeye.

However, times have changed, and Rocks has become the fifth Emperor of the Sea.

Their strength is now immeasurably greater than before!

He has absolute confidence in this battle!

Lox licked his lips and grinned, "If I hadn't been interfered with last time, I would have been more likely to lose."

"But there are no 'what ifs' in this world. You missed the only chance to defeat me."

The current Lox will not lose!

'Sa! '

Hawkeye flashed to the center of the "stage" and stood opposite Rocks.

His eyes were equally filled with fighting spirit. He chuckled and said, "Even if I had won that battle, it would have been an unfair victory for me. You haven't fully matured yet."

"I don't care about that kind of victory or defeat. If I'm going to win, I want to win against the grown-up you. That's what makes it interesting, isn't it?"

As he spoke, Hawkeye's sword aura intensified.

Like a drawn sword, it can cut through anything.

"Enough with the nonsense, let's continue our unfinished battle!"

"As you wish!"

The two men stood facing each other, one on the left and one on the right, their eyes filled with excited fighting spirit!

Boom! Crack! Crack!

In perfect unison, Rocks and Hawkeye's eyes narrowed simultaneously.

A demonic Conqueror's Haki and a sword-like Conqueror's Haki erupted simultaneously.

The two powerful bursts of Conqueror's Haki collided violently in the next instant!

A deafening roar accompanied by flashes of purple-black lightning caused countless people to adopt a serious expression at that moment.

Waiting for these two top swordsmen to start their great battle!

This is a battle between the strongest who stand at the top of the ocean, and also a battle to determine the "world's greatest swordsman"!

Without a doubt.

Regardless of who wins or loses this battle, it will cause the entire ocean to boil!

Chapter 249 Another Battle with Hawkeye! The outcome will only be known in the final moments of the battle!

'Boom boom boom...'

The clash of Conqueror's Haki continued unabated, with purple-black lightning flashing wildly.

However, it's obvious to anyone with eyes that Mihawk is at a disadvantage in terms of the strength of Conqueror's Haki!

"Such powerful Conqueror's Haki..."

The red-haired man, hailed as the "most domineering man," has the right to speak on this matter, but he was also surprised by the strength of Rocks' Conqueror's Haki.

This overwhelming aura of dominance...

She's just as good as him, isn't she?

No, that's not right.

The current Rocks does not yet have the ability to activate...

If Rocks were to activate his Blackwing Demon form, his strength would increase further, and the intensity of his Conqueror's Haki would also be higher.

Rocks' Conqueror's Haki was even stronger than his!

Is this really necessary?

"This domineering aura is indeed powerful. Conqueror's Haki cannot be cultivated. How did Blackwing Daemon manage to do it?"

Ben Beckman, puffing on his pipe, looked at him with a hint of surprise: "How strong must one's ambition, will, and self-confidence be to cultivate this level of domineering aura..."

Conqueror's Haki is related to a person's status, strength, ambition, will, self-confidence, and so on.

This level of Conqueror's Haki speaks volumes...

"I feel like the title of 'Most Dominant Man' might change hands today, hahaha, boss, your limelight is about to be stolen!"

"Tsk, actually it's not so bad if he doesn't have the title of 'most domineering man,' because you really can't see this 'characteristic' in him on a normal day..."

"Haha, that's not wrong!"

"..."

Hearing his companions' teasing, the redhead twitched his lips.

He's so lucky to have you guys as companions!

'Boom!'

Another booming sound followed, and Hawkeye's Conqueror's Haki was completely suppressed, as if he had encountered an unshakeable mountain; his Conqueror's Haki was dissipated...

The overwhelming, demonic aura of Conqueror's Haki pressed down on him, but Hawkeye seemed unfazed, saying to Rocks:

"Your domineering aura has grown even stronger, but I wonder how your swordsmanship compares to before?"

"It's hard to say, but I'm definitely stronger now than when I sparred with you."

Rocks smiled.

His swordsmanship, as always, was poor; even Kuina was no match for him.

However, Rocks's skill level in swordsmanship is definitely higher than before.

His improved strength was reflected in his swordsmanship.

The increased stats will make you stronger in every aspect.

Kendo is inclusive and all-encompassing; even wielding a sword like a fire poker is Kendo!

Those who use swords are swordsmen!

Hawkeye's lips curled into a smile: "I'm looking forward to it!"

"I won't say anything else. I will still do my best. Don't say that I, a Zoan-type Devil Fruit user, am bullying you!"

"Of course, bring it on, Blackwing Demon!"

"Then I won't be polite..."

Locus licked his lips, mobilizing his internal energy and the power of his Great Demonic Origin.

With a 'hum', dark green light enveloped Lox, gradually forming an ethereal cloak.

Virtualization - Stage 3!

Go all out!

'Sa! '

After instantly activating Hollowfication - Stage 3, Rocks moved.