The Great Voyage Begins with the Celestial Dragons

But Gion, facing him, chose a head-on confrontation that was impossible to win.

Only in this way can she grow up quickly.

Even Gion understood this principle, but by the time Count Red realized it, it was already too late!

His innate Observation Haki was both a gift and a constraint. It gave him the talent to become a top-tier powerhouse, but it also made him lose the will to face enemies head-on.

By the time he understood this principle, he had already passed the stage of rapid growth in strength.

It was precisely because he couldn't see any hope of surpassing Roger and the others that he felt so unwilling, that he kept trying to prove himself to them, and that he lost his goal after they died!

But... even though it's impossible to make up for his flaws, he will still be the most dazzling person of this era!

He is the solitary red, he is Barolok Redfield, and he was never inferior to anyone else in his life!

boom!!!

With the support of his indomitable will, the Conqueror's Haki wrapped around the Red Earl's sword became even more fierce.

A madness flashed in his eyes, and his figure, wielding the umbrella sword, suddenly accelerated.

"Secret Sword - Blood Flash!"

Stab it! ! !

A burst of crimson light flashed, engulfing the entire sky in a crimson sword aura.

At the same time, the Red Earl reappeared, this time behind the empty space.

Don't underestimate me!

hum!

A muffled sound emanated from the crimson light, and a thick, black arm of crimson light broke through the blockade, reaching straight for Count Red.

Ding! ! !

Count Red parried with his sword, but was knocked back a few steps by the force of the blow.

"That's the feeling, the feeling of not having enough power!"

The Red Earl muttered to himself, the madness in his eyes growing even stronger.

On the other side, Kong also broke through the sword light. At this moment, his suit was torn, revealing his strong and powerful muscles, which were covered with Armament Haki.

The Red Earl's sword strike had not caused him any harm.

"Hahahaha, again!!!"

Although he already knew the outcome, a look of resentment still flashed in the eyes of the Red Earl, and he let out a self-deprecating laugh.

He stepped forward again with his sword, slashing at the air.

boom! boom! boom!

Unlike the previous chaotic aftershocks, the Red Earl's attack was now more restrained, focusing his power as much as possible on attacking the air.

Kong also switched from offense to defense, constantly blocking with horizontal punches.

The Red Earl's changes did not escape his notice; it was clear that the other party's mentality had become problematic.

Kong had no idea of ​​a fair fight; his only goal was victory, and how he won was not important.

Even if he exchanges strength for strength and eventually both he and the Red Earl are exhausted, he will still be victorious.

boom! ! !

The aftershocks of their previous attacks swept across the surrounding terrain.

After they finished their attack, the ground beneath their feet would occasionally groan.

In just a short time, countless ravines appeared on the ground around them, making it look almost like it was about to collapse.

As the clash between the two top experts intensified, Luther and the others had no choice but to retreat to a distance.

The aftershocks didn't affect the two generals much, but they had no intention of confronting them head-on; there was no need.

With the two generals protecting Luther, they quickly returned to the warship that had almost capsized.

Fortunately, the warship was sturdy enough, and the marines who remained were all elite officers, so they were not directly knocked unconscious by the aftershocks of Conqueror's Haki.

When Gion returned to the ship, she had recovered some of her strength and injuries. She broke free from Luther's embrace and put on a new white trench coat.

The two stood side by side, gazing at the battle in the distance.

Seeing that the Red Earl's almost frantic attacks could not break through the air's defense, Gion's red lips pursed slightly.

Are you thinking about your future?

Luther's calm voice rang out, causing Gion to nod subconsciously, but she still firmly stated:

"I am indeed a little confused, but I am more determined than him!"

Seeing the Red Countess in her current state, she couldn't help but worry about her own future.

The Red Earl followed almost the same path as her, and in fact, the Red Earl was more talented than her in every aspect of that path.

But in the end, the Red Earl was unable to reach the pinnacle of power.

Thinking about it this way, it seems that there is not much hope for her future as a low-profile version of the Red Earl.

But she is different from the Red Earl!

Gion slightly turned her head, her beautiful eyes shifting from the battlefield to Luther's profile, which was stained with a little blood—blood from when he helped her recover.

That drop of blood did not ruin Luther's character; instead, it reminded Gion of the scene just now, stirring a slight ripple in her heart.

Looking at Luther, Gion couldn't help but smile:

“I am different from him. I am His Highness’s personal swordsman. No matter what, even if it costs me my life, I will pave the way for your future!”

Without Luther, even 10 years later, she might not have the strength she has today.

Perhaps, her ability to become one of the two new generals is already her limit.

Effort is important in this world, but finding the right direction to exert that effort is even more important.

Now that Luther had led her into a completely new world, how could she, being a sentimental person, not draw her sword and fight for him?

Upon hearing Gion's oath, Luther smiled slightly and, taking advantage of Gion's still-restless state, gently lifted her chin:

"I don't want your life, my dear personal swordsman. I look forward to the scene where we stand at the peak together and look down on all living beings, Gion!"

"It will definitely happen, Your Highness!"

Gion showed no embarrassment whatsoever; instead, her smile deepened, and she gave her reply without the slightest hesitation.

Chapter 37 Luther's Ideas

Boom!!!

Fars Island, in the distance, was being dismembered due to the battle between two top-tier experts, and one-tenth of the island had already sunk into the sea.

Looking at the even more frenzied Earl Red, Luther narrowed his eyes slightly and sighed:

"The Red Earl slowly lost himself in his solitude, so, Gion, you must always remember..."

"If you don't even have confidence in yourself, how can you possibly keep moving forward?"

"Are Observation Haki and swordsmanship necessarily inferior to physical strength plus Armament Haki or physical strength plus Conqueror's Haki? I don't think so. The fact that he can't do it only shows that Red Earl is nothing special."

"If your swordsmanship isn't good enough, then make your swordsmanship stronger. If that still doesn't work, eat a fruit and keep going. If your domineering aura isn't good enough, then train until you can do it properly. If you find that effort is useless, then find rare and precious treasures, find any method that is useful to you."

"As long as we remain determined to become stronger, heaven will favor us!"

As Luther spoke, he exuded a domineering and confident aura, his bright eyes staring straight at the distant battlefield, watching the clash between Sora and Count Red purely from an appreciative perspective.

Standing beside him, listening to these words, Gion nodded slightly, her eyes always filled with confidence.

What Luther was about to say was exactly what she had been thinking.

If she didn't have the conviction to wield the sword, she might have fallen into confusion.

But she has reasons to become stronger, so she will not stand still.

It was because of Luther's words that she truly understood why Luther's Conqueror's Haki was stronger than that of the Red Earl.

You could say that Luther is young and fearless, but it's precisely this unbridled confidence that's so captivating...

Gion's beautiful red lips curled slightly as she raised her head to watch the battle in the distance once more.

At this point, she was already watching with a learning attitude.

The Red Count's fighting style is very similar to hers. Although the Red Count is now so crazy that she only confronts Kong head-on, her basic attack methods are still the same as before.

Combined with her own experience fighting the Red Earl, even just watching the Red Earl fight Sora was incredibly beneficial for Gion.

She was like a sponge, constantly absorbing the Red Earl's strengths and striving to climb higher.

The bow of the warship.

Sakazuki and Kizaru didn't have as many ideas.

Their paths are already set; they basically watch the battle from an appreciative perspective, occasionally putting themselves in the shoes of others and thinking about how they would deal with opponents like Red Earl or Sora.

Of course, this is just Sakazuki's idea.

Kizaru still kept saying "How terrifying," but he was the most relaxed of them all.

"Borsalino, be quiet!"

Sakazuki said impatiently, not because he lacked patience, but because Kizaru was too noisy.

"Oh, what does it have to do with anything?"

Kizaru pouted, looking rather cheeky, and said:

"Anyway, the Red Earl won't last much longer, even Brother Luther has realized that."

After being promoted to general, and especially after establishing a relationship with Luther, he became even more unrestrained.

"Hmph, that just proves that pirates are all stupid. With their stupidity, it's not impossible for other pirates to suddenly come looking for us. Be on guard at all times, Borsalino."

Sakazuki could naturally see the situation, but he still maintained a serious, stern expression.

Anyone can see now that the Red Earl's downfall is only a matter of time.