Pirate: I have a Hollow living inside me

Once the sound exceeds a certain decibel level, it will create a shockwave, and a vast shockwave will sweep across the area centered on the two people.

Everything in its path was flattened.

The shockwave rippled outwards, impacting many onlookers.

The strong can withstand it.

The weaker ones were swept away, screaming "Ahhh!" as they were thrown an unknown distance...

The powerful aftershocks of the collision left even the strongest warriors in the arena speechless; the battle between the swordsmen had produced such a violent commotion.

When they reach the level of top-tier experts, their destructive power is truly terrifying!

The terrifying phenomenon of attacks entwined with Conqueror's Haki naturally interferes with Observation Haki, and the aftershocks of the collision also stir up dust that obscures vision.

It's difficult to see what's inside with the naked eye...

Someone once said, "Is it a one-hit wonder? Who won?"

This is a thought shared by many who withstood the shockwave, and they even temporarily forgot about the islands that had just fallen from the sky.

I just want to know who will emerge victorious in this battle to become the world's greatest swordsman!

'Whoosh...'

The smoke obscuring the view was swept away by an invisible force, possibly the work of someone with special abilities who wanted to see the situation inside more quickly.

With the view clear, people could see the situation on the other side.

The earth was a scene of devastation, with a deep, gaping fissure running through the center. On either side of the fissure stood a person...

The people in the room became serious, and murmurs began to circulate.

"The location has changed..."

"They passed each other by? That's quite the swordsman's style..."

"So...who won?"

The two remained in a "passing each other" position, as if they hadn't yet recovered from the collision.

'Screech! Screech!'

No, it's not that I haven't come to my senses, but rather that I'm injured, seriously injured, which has caused my body to stiffen.

As people watched, large amounts of blood simultaneously gushed from the bodies of the two people on either side of them...

Splashing like a fountain!

"..."

Looking down at the gaping wound on his chest, which stretched from his shoulder to his lower abdomen, revealing bone and internal organs, Hawkeye fell silent...

Hawkeye turned to face Rocks, just as Rocks turned around as well.

Like Hawkeye, Rocks also had a deep, bone-revealing wound on his body, from which blood was flowing out relentlessly.

Judging from the wounds, the two people's injuries are about the same severity.

"I lost!"

"I lost!"

They exchanged a glance and simultaneously uttered the same words, both feeling that they had lost this battle...

Hawkeye is a "mortal," and with such injuries, he is no longer able to fight. Rocks, on the other hand, is a Zoan-type Devil Fruit user, with greater recovery and endurance.

In terms of calculation, Rocks still has a fighting chance.

That's why Hawkeye thought he had lost...

Rocks felt that he had the advantage of being a Zoan-type Devil Fruit user, which made him more resistant to blows. If he hadn't been a Zoan-type user, his injuries would probably have been much more severe.

He has a huge advantage in this aspect, plus it's a one-hit wonder.

Therefore, Lox believed he had lost...

"Haha, hahaha!"

Upon hearing what the other person said, they both laughed, and laughed heartily!

Hawkeye's laughter quickly subsided. He exhaled and said in a very serious tone, "I lost this battle, without a doubt. Don't try to explain it away by saying you're a Zoan-type Devil Fruit user."

"As I've always said, although you are a Zoan-type Devil Fruit user and have an advantage in terms of physique, I am older than you and have been training for a longer time, which is also something that cannot be ignored."

"In a situation where victory or defeat is decided in one move, I am no longer able to fight, while you remain as strong as ever. The outcome is already clear!"

In situations where a single move can determine victory or defeat.

He was no longer able to fight, but Lox had his strength remaining.

This already counts as his defeat.

A loss is a loss!

Hawkeye won't deny it!

After a pause, Hawkeye's calm voice echoed throughout the arena: "I have lost this battle. From this day forward, you will be the world's greatest swordsman, 'Black Wing Demon' Rocks!"

'Boom!'

The sound wasn't loud, but many people around could hear it.

Like a large stone thrown into a calm lake, countless people are stunned.

"Hawkeye" Jorake Mihawk has held the title of "World's Greatest Swordsman" for a long time.

So long ago, many people didn't even think that Hawkeye would lose in the path of kendo.

Even though Blackwing Daemon is very strong and is recognized as the fifth "Emperor of the Sea," many people do not believe that he can defeat Hawkeye in swordsmanship.

And the result now is...

Hawkeye voluntarily admitted defeat, acknowledging that the title of the world's greatest swordsman had changed hands!

This statement was naturally quite sensational!

Lox was both amused and exasperated: "Isn't this acting first and asking questions later...?"

To be honest.

The final clash of swords was actually evenly matched, with little difference in the level of power.

Given equal physical strength, it should result in mutual destruction...

How could Rocks possibly admit victory?

"Don't underestimate yourself."

Hawkeye said calmly, "My eyes can 'see' many details and flaws, and can also 'see' the essence of many things."

"As the battle continued, I saw less and less of a chance of winning. If no one interfered, and if it wasn't a one-hit kill, my defeat was only a matter of time."

"Whether the battle is decided by a single sword strike or if we continue fighting, I will still lose. Defeat is defeat. Do you think I'm the kind of person who would refuse to admit defeat?"

Although he said he had lost.

However, Hawkeye showed no sign of disappointment or discouragement; on the contrary, he became even more sharp and ambitious than before...

Someone defeated him in swordsmanship, and he once again had a goal to surpass.

A swordsman should forge ahead relentlessly, always striving for the summit, and never stop.

After becoming the "world's greatest swordsman," Hawkeye stopped his progress.

It's not that we've lost our ambition, but rather that we've lost our goals.

Now that someone is above him, it is what Hawkeye truly desires. He is a sword fanatic who makes a living with swords.

He didn't like the feeling of being at the top and having no goals.

It can be said that with Hawkeye's current belief and will, he would be able to unleash even greater strength if he were to fight again!

This is the change brought about by will and belief!

"Since you've said that, what else can I say?"

Rocks' lips twitched, and he looked at Hawkeye, his eyes narrowing slightly: "However... you're even more dangerous than before. For some reason, I don't think beating you is a good thing..."

His severely injured body was even more formidable than before, and his killing intent was even stronger.

Is this guy faking it?

Or did they become even more sharp and outspoken after their defeat?

Will Hawkeye be even stronger next time we meet?

To be fair, Hawkeye possesses the strength of a "sea emperor".

However, after a brief comparison, Rocks felt that Hawkeye was no match for Kaido in a one-on-one situation...

The two have different fighting styles.

Hawkeye might be dragged into a quagmire by Kaido, and if it goes on for too long, he will fall into a slump and be more likely to lose.

But now...

Once Hawkeye's injury heals, he might become even stronger.

Narox really couldn't predict who would win...

These guys who managed to "reach the top" are definitely not ordinary people!

"I haven't felt this way in a long time. The world's greatest swordsman is actually a burden to me. I prefer my weaker self, because that gives me the motivation to become stronger!"

Hawkeye's lips curled into a smile: "I will challenge you again, Rocks. Although I think the title of the world's greatest swordsman is a burden, it doesn't mean I don't care about this position."

He will once again challenge Rocks, the new world's greatest swordsman!

Now it was Lox's turn to say something like, "I'll be looking forward to it!"

"However, you will face an even stronger me then. My steps will not stop until I become the 'god' of this world!"

After reaching the top of the kendo, Hawkeye lost his target.

But Lox would not.

His goal was set from the moment he set sail—to become the "God of the New Age"!

He will not stop, but will continue to move in that direction until he achieves his goal!

This is not the limit of his strength. He has not yet completely "subdued" the Great Demon, nor has he awakened the Devil Fruit. He can become even stronger!

Rocks' lips curled into a flamboyant smile: "To tell you something you might not know, my abilities have not yet awakened."

"I call this state the third stage of 'Virtualization,' which, strictly speaking, is only half-awakening!"

"..."

Hawkeye paused for two seconds, then narrowed his eyes slightly: "Your ability hasn't awakened yet? That's truly surprising and exciting!"

The other party's Devil Fruit has not yet awakened?

If we wait until the other party develops their abilities to the point of awakening, how much greater will their strength increase?

Is there really such a monster in this world?

Really...

This is so exciting!

Eagle Eyes was surprised, but he felt no fear, no apprehension, and no sense of powerlessness.

On the contrary, they became even more excited and full of fighting spirit.

His goal is much stronger than I imagined, that's great!

Rocks raised an eyebrow: "..."

The swordsman's fearlessness and unwavering determination are perfectly embodied in Hawkeye...

With this will and belief, Hawkeye's strength will become even stronger.

Rocks was genuinely looking forward to his next match with Hawkeye, but he was certain he would emerge victorious in the end.

His will and conviction are stronger than anyone else's in this world!

"I'll fight you again when I've fully developed my abilities to the point of awakening. I hope you won't be too intimidated by me then!"