Pirate: I have a Hollow living inside me

Lox cracked his knuckles with one hand, grinning as he said, "Of course, this was the agreement."

Kuina tightened her grip on the Wado Ichimonji in her hand, and then said, "You should remember the details of the three-year agreement, right?"

"This is a battle of swordsmanship, limited to swordsmanship only!"

"It was a promise I made to you as a swordsman."

Rocks simply said, "Naturally, the outcome shall be decided by swordsmanship."

He is not a pure swordsman.

However, since the agreement was made as swordsmen, the winner should naturally be decided by swordsmanship.

Moreover, after nearly three years of arduous training, Rocks believed that his swordsmanship was no weaker than his boxing skills.

It has already reached the level of "splitting iron".

With a little more effort, you can unleash a flying slash.

This is a watershed.

Swordsmen who can unleash flying slashes are known as sword masters on the high seas.

This is a symbol of strength!

"Then I'll be the referee for this agreed-upon battle between you."

Looking at the two boys and girls, Koushirou's eyes showed satisfaction, and he said gently, "Would you like to start now or wait until after lunch?"

After thinking for a moment, Lockes said, "Let's have lunch first. I'm a little hungry; I didn't eat enough on the ship."

He was indeed a little hungry.

Because of his physical weakness, he had an enormous appetite.

The food on the merchant ship was too mediocre and the supply was limited, so he couldn't be allowed to eat as much as he wanted.

After glancing at Lox, Kuina nodded, "That works too. I also used up a lot of energy during my training."

"Hehe, okay, then I'll go prepare lunch."

Koushirou smiled and got up to make lunch.

Halfway there, he suddenly remembered something and said to Kuina, "Kuina, go to the market and buy some food. This kid's appetite is definitely bigger than before, and we probably don't have enough food at home."

"I understand, Father."

Guina was also aware of Lox's exaggerated appetite.

There really wasn't enough food at home for Rocks to eat in one meal...

Lox was a little embarrassed to let someone else treat him: "I'll come with you too. I'll buy the food myself, so you don't go broke..."

"No need. I've already eliminated quite a few invading sea monsters. They're just food, they won't impoverish me."

“Then I’ll come along too. It’s been a long time since we went out together. We can also see how the island has changed over the years.”

"Hmm, that works too."

Kuina glanced at Lox out of the corner of her eye and did not refuse: "Then let's go together, but the island hasn't changed much from before, there's not much to see."

"Isn't the change quite significant? You look even more beautiful than before; you're quite a sight to behold."

"Thank you for the compliment. You're taller than me now too. Is this your way of developing your abilities?"

"It's just normal development, but it's true that my physical attributes are stronger than before. After all, I am a Zoan-type Mythical Beast user."

"You're cheating. Women's physical abilities are inherently inferior to men's, and you're a Zoan-type Mythical Beast user..."

"Is this my fault? You can just admit defeat, and I won't bully you."

"It's still uncertain who will win or lose, but I'll be the winner!"

"..."

Although the two hadn't seen each other for nearly three years, there was no awkwardness between them as they chatted and walked towards the market...

……

soon.

After a hearty lunch and a half-hour rest,

The duel between Rocks and Kuina has begun!

"Watch out, Rocks. I won't hold back in this battle."

Kuina drew the Wado Ichimonji from her waist and held it in her hand. Her aura changed, and she focused her gaze on Rocks: "You know this sword too. It's one of the 21 Great Grade Swords, the Wado Ichimonji. It's also my current sword."

"Don't say I got a free weapon; swords are also part of a swordsman's skill."

"My sword may not be as good as yours, but I am a Zoan-type Devil Fruit user, and the physical attributes that the Devil Fruit gave me are beyond my control."

Locke drew his sword: "And don't say I'm taking advantage of my physical abilities."

"Then we're even!"

"it is good!"

The two men stared at each other, their eyes revealing a fighting spirit.

There is no such thing as absolute fairness in war.

It depends solely on individual performance and individual ability!

Chapter 6: The Crushing Power of Hard Force!

With Koushirou's cry of "Begin!", the game ended.

Rocks and Kuina moved at the same time, charging towards each other!

'Clang!'

The two were no more than ten meters apart, and almost in the next second, their swords clashed.

The clang of metal clashing, accompanied by sparks flying, created a shockwave emanating from the two figures...

'This incredible strength...'

A powerful force emanated from the Wado Ichimonji, causing Kuina's eyes to narrow and her right arm to tremble slightly as she strained...

In this world, unless one has a special constitution, a woman's strength is far inferior to that of a man.

This is a difference in physical fitness.

Through years of training, Kuina's strength far surpasses that of ordinary people, but against Rocks, a Zoan-type Devil Fruit user, she is still at a significant disadvantage...

'Clang!'

However, Kuina was not discouraged.

Since I am no match for my opponent in terms of physical strength, I will win by using swordsmanship skills.

Kuina flicked her wrist, and the friction between the swords sparked, deflecting the force of Rocks's strike...

"Isshin-ryu: Fusaku!"

As she dissipated Rocks' force, Kuina flicked her right wrist, and the Wado Ichimonji slashed down at Rocks at a strangely reversed angle.

This sword strike was so swift and deadly that it seemed to cut through the air, producing a faint whooshing sound.

The sword light aimed straight for Rocks's waist and abdomen!

'Clang!'

Rocks reacted extremely quickly, his eyes flashing red, his Observation Haki detecting the trajectory of the attack, and he instantly raised his sword to block.

The two blades clashed again, sparks flying instantly!

"That was a very good sword strike. You've become much stronger, but I've become even stronger too!"

Rocks grinned and flicked away the Wado Ichimonji with a burst of strength.

He then grabbed his sword and slashed horizontally, without much technique, but... the force was immense!

'Clang!'

Another clang of metal clashing rang out.

Beneath the bursting sparks, Kuina felt an even more terrifying, monstrous force strike her, nearly causing her to lose her grip on the Wado Ichimonji...

Kuina managed to deflect the force and retreat, lightly touching the ground with her feet, moving back several meters before she could dissipate the power of the sword strike.

However, my right arm still felt sore and numb...

"continue!"

A smug smile spread across Rox's face.

With a single step, he covered several meters in the blink of an eye, raised his sword high, and slashed down fiercely.

This is not a reverberation, but simply the speed of a physical explosion.

Although the Resonance Technique is more like a physical technique, it was ultimately given to Rocks by the Void within his body.

Rocks will not use any of his abilities in this battle.

Swordsmanship only!

"..."

Kuina focused her attention and gaze intently, judging the trajectory of the Lox sword's blade.

This time, instead of blocking, she dodged to the side.

The Wado Ichimonji then flicked upwards from below, its trajectory still elusive and difficult to dodge.

However, this kind of attack was useless against Rocks, who possessed Observation Haki. After blocking it, Rocks swung his sword and slashed again!

'Clang clang clang...'

Swords clashed in the arena, sparking countless fireballs.

Kuina's movements were graceful, her swordplay agile and well-structured, each strike perfectly timed, unleashing a dense barrage of sword light.

Rocks's swordsmanship was no different from wielding a fire poker, yet he was able to block all of Kuina's attacks with ease.

Judging from the visuals alone, Rocks had the upper hand!

This battle naturally attracted other onlookers.

The fact that someone was challenging Senior Sister Kuina was already known to the students of the Isshin Dojo, so quite a few people came.

They watched the fierce battle unfold, their faces filled with shock.

"Wow...that's amazing!"

"Who is this person fighting against Senior Sister? His swordplay is clearly chaotic, yet he's managed to completely block her attacks..."

"It's Rocks. He also trained in swordsmanship at the Isshin Dojo. Senior Sister lost to him once!"

"Senior Sister is at a disadvantage!"

"This must be a sword technique from some school. It looks chaotic but is actually very methodical. It's amazing!"

They knew Kuina's strength; no one in the Isshin Dojo could match her.

Many people even felt that even Koushirou might not be a match for Kuina.

As it turns out, the powerful Kuina they admired was actually suppressed...

"Damn it, this guy's swordsmanship has gotten this strong too? He's transcended basic swordsmanship and created a style perfectly suited to him..."

Zoro stared intently at the fierce battle unfolding on the field.

Rocks' ability to outsmart Kuina in swordsmanship clearly indicates that he has created a swordsmanship style best suited to him.

Yixin Dojo only teaches the basics.

The students must walk their own path in kendo from here on out.

Creating one's own swordsmanship is the path that all students at Isshin Dojo must take.

He is a three-sword style user, while Kuina is an isshin style user.

Lockheed has clearly done the same, and gone even further than them.