One Piece: Starting with Breathing Techniques

However, considering that using the full-body markings might consume a lot of life force, Kiro ultimately gave up the idea.

While the cost may not be as severe as the boiling sea that nearly drains one's life, it is best used only in critical situations.

Although he has mastered the Life Return technique, which can make up for some of his depleted life force, he must restrain himself from using the markings.

If the frequency of pre-drawing life force exceeds a certain level, then the return of life force may not be able to make up for the life force that has been completely burned away.

Kilo shifted his gaze from the [Spots] section and looked back at the panel.

After upgrading the markings, he had 76 points left.

This number of points is somewhat awkward; it's not enough to upgrade the skills that Kilo currently primarily uses.

For example, skills like the Heaven-Burning and Sea-Boiling Technique, the Dragon-Slaying Sword Manual, and the Three-Colored Overbearing Aura all require several hundred points to upgrade, so a mere 76 points is simply a drop in the bucket.

Upgradeable skills, such as Gale Breath, are not within Kilo's considerations.

After all, to become a great swordsman, he can no longer study multiple sword techniques at the same time as before.

Specializing in one thing is enough.

After thinking for a moment, Kilo closed the panel and decided to keep the 76 points for now.

If we need it later, we can add some more.

With nothing else to do, he drew the Dragon Slayer Sword, strolled to the center of the courtyard, and assumed the starting stance of the Dragon Slayer Sword Manual.

After mastering the Dragon Slayer Sword Manual, this seemingly ordinary starting stance becomes quite profound.

As Kilo slowly changed his sword stance, a harmonious and harmonious feeling arose spontaneously, as if he could resonate with all things in heaven and earth.

As he practiced his near-perfect swordsmanship, he pondered his own sword intent in his mind.

Having witnessed the sword intent of Hawkeye and Shimotsuki Ryoma, his own sword intent had begun to take shape.

However, it will take some time for him to fully condense his sword intent.

Kilo, however, was not in a hurry and continued to practice his swordsmanship with a calm mind.

The Dragon Slayer was already covered with a thick layer of ink, and a steel-like luster appeared on the blade.

In details that are almost invisible to the naked eye, the blade of the Dragon Slayer is gradually being stained black by the dark Armament Haki.

Despite the slow progress, under the influence of Kiro's perfected Armament Haki, the Dragon Slayer will surely become the legendary Black Blade one day!

……

White Earth Island, Revolutionary Army Dock.

Under the watchful eyes of countless people, a large sailboat slowly moored into the harbor.

Unlike other ordinary sailboats, this ship looks exceptionally high-tech.

The ship, entirely silver-white, is equipped with several highly advanced cannons, and at the stern there is a large air propulsion unit resembling a turbine engine.

On the mainmast of this sailboat, a flag representing the revolutionary army is hung, and if you look closely, you can also find a line of small characters on it.

The words "Southern Army" were prominently printed on it!

Long, Da Xiong, and the others were already waiting at the dock.

As the deck bow of the Southern warship was lowered, a short, hairy figure was the first to leap off the ship.

"Lindberg, you're finally back!" Ginny greeted Lindberg with a smile as he disembarked.

Lindbergh adjusted his backpack and raised an eyebrow at the group.

"Everyone, this mission has been a complete success!"

"That country, with our help, successfully resisted and escaped tyranny."

Long nodded, his tone sincere, "Yes, we saw the relevant reports in the news."

"Thank you all for your hard work!"

"However... what about Capone Bege? I have an important plan to tell you both."

Lindberg shook his head and sighed, "Sigh, that guy is always the first to charge into action. This time he's seriously injured and will probably be bedridden for a while."

Before they could continue speaking, a figure wrapped in bandages leaped off the boat and landed in front of them.

"Capen Becky, you...?" Lindbergh was clearly surprised, looking at Capen Becky with a puzzled tone.

Why aren't you on the ship recovering from your injuries?

Completely different from his short and chubby physique six years ago, Capone Becky has undergone a complete transformation.

He became even leaner, with defined muscles, and his expression remained gloomy, but now bore several hideous scars.

In addition, his entire demeanor has been completely transformed, from the previous sinister and cunning to a serious, silent, and powerful one.

Around him, castle entrances were occasionally opened, emanating a powerful and chilling aura that seemed to conceal some terrifying threat.

Upon hearing this, Capone Bege looked up at the group, his expression calm.

"It's just a minor injury, nothing serious."

"And I heard..."

"Kilo's awake?"

Robin stood beside Ginny, seemingly seeing through Capone Becky's thoughts.

"That's right, and he's even stronger than he was six years ago, now slightly surpassing Mr. Big Bear!"

During those six years, Capone Bege worked incredibly hard to improve his strength, a level of effort that was among the most extreme in the entire Revolutionary Army.

As a member of the Ryuhana, Robin naturally knew that Capone Bege was working so hard simply to catch up with Kiro.

Without a doubt, Capone Bege is currently looking to spar with Kiro to prove his worth!

Sure enough, Capone Bege's expression froze upon hearing Robin's words.

He had sparred with Big Bear before, but the result was always that he was defeated by Big Bear in just a few moves.

Unexpectedly, Kiro, who had been in a coma for six years, was actually stronger than Kuma.

This also means that there is still a big gap between Kilo and himself.

However, Caponebechi was not discouraged, and a determined look reappeared in his eyes.

"It's alright, I'll keep working hard until I catch up with Kilo!"

Big Bear looked at Capone Bege, feeling a pang of emotion, and a scene from six years ago flashed through his eyes.

……

Six years ago, on White Soil Island, in an open space outside a hospital.

Big Bear led Capone Bege to a secluded clearing, where a giant bubble with a radius of two or three meters stood in front of them.

Capone Begi stared intently at the bubble several meters high in front of him.

"Mr. Big Bear, are you saying that this large cluster of red bubbles represents all the pain and exhaustion that Kilo has endured?"

Big Bear nodded. "That's right, this is all the pain and fatigue I've expelled from Kiro."

"But I must explain to you beforehand that although you can take some of the pain for Kilo, this level of suffering..."

The bear was filled with shock as it stared at the enormous bubble in front of it.

"I have never seen a person's body withstand this amount of pain."

"Logically speaking, even one-tenth of this pain would be enough to kill a person with a strong will!"

"And Mr. Kiro, to have endured such pain until now, and even defeated Borsalino..."

Big Bear didn't say anything more, shook his head, and looked at Capone Bege.

"Are you sure you want to absorb this? The risks are huge, it could even endanger your life!"

Capone Begi remained unmoved, staring intently at the bubble representing the pain Kilo had endured, a resolute look gradually appearing in his eyes.

"I'm not content to just play a supporting role!"

"Kilo, one day I will catch up with you!"

"What's a little pain?!"