Chapter 299: Playing With Seawater In Front Of Me?
Chapter 299: Playing With Seawater In Front Of Me?
"You idiot."
Luo Wei said darkly, "You were supposed to be a swordsman—so why is your kick so devastating?"
The precision of Haki usage differs between swords and fists. A swordsman's specialized Haki loses significant potency when applied to unarmed combat. A swordsman's techniques should all reside in their blade.
But what's with this guy? Just a kick broke through his Haki defense.
Kuro extended his hand, lightly rubbing thumb and forefinger together. "Actually, my sword is a family heirloom. I only know the barest minimum of swordsmanship—I'm much more skilled in unarmed combat techniques."
"Nani!"
Luo Wei's eyes widened. "So you're actually an unarmed combat expert?!"
His eyes suddenly gleamed with excitement. If this powerhouse specialized in unarmed techniques, there'd be even more for him to learn.
Decision made—he'd use his opponent's own techniques against him. That despair and shock would make perfect side dishes!
Lida watched Luo Wei's obvious delight with an expressionless face, as if staring at an idiot.
Does this guy actually believe this?
"I'll force you to use unarmed combat techniques!"
Luo Wei inhaled deeply, then exhaled slowly. His posture lowered—"Asura Path."
Seeing this, Kuro said, "Watch closely—I'm using unarmed combat now."
"Chiluo."
"As Luo Wei prepared to move, Kuro suddenly raised his hand and clenched his fist. 'Unarmed combat techniques—Lion's Might·Needle Ground Coffin!'"
Boom!
The soil and stone fragments around Luo Wei suddenly erupted, breaking apart mid-air before reassembling into countless hardened earthen spikes that shot toward Luo Wei from all directions.
"Black Rope Heaven Flash!"
Luo Wei transformed into a black-and-red shadow, scattering in all directions. Each shadow shattered an earthen spike before reforming into human shape through rapid teleportation.
"You bastard! You said unarmed combat!"
Kuro shrugged. "Of course it's unarmed combat. Techniques released through physical strength—aren't those unarmed combat techniques? Abilities, slashes, strikes... anything powered by physical strength qualifies. Don't be so rigid about it, or you'll live a very tiring life."
"What kind of joke is that!"
Boom!
Luo Wei roared, stomping hard to launch himself high into the air. He raised both hands overhead, his black-red Haki denser than ever.
"Asura Path·Earth Collapse Flash!"
Like a meteor from heaven, Luo Wei became a vertical streak of black-red light in the sky before crashing downward.
Boom!!!
Smoke and dust erupted, shrapnel flying like bullets.
But this strike...
As the smoke cleared, Luo Wei stared at the massive crater he'd created. There was no pulped body inside.
Scanning his surroundings, Kuro was nowhere in sight.
Suddenly sensing danger, he looked up.
High above, Kuro hovered midair, hand covering his nose as he exclaimed, "Such strength! Scary scary! Lida?"
"OK!" Lida excitedly gave Kuro a thumbs-up.
She couldn't match Luo Wei's Haki prowess, but she grasped unarmed combat finesse immediately.
This "Earth Collapse Flash" abandoned previous speed advantages, concentrating all strength into the arms for explosive release. More advanced than "Nailsfist" in force control.
This man's unarmed skills truly were formidable.
Understanding this, Kuro decided to play along. Such prime wool deserved shearing before chances disappeared.
He didn't expect his body to reach Kaido or Big Mom levels, but Haki—reaching the pinnacle was essential.
Without learning more, how could he achieve that?
Kuro knew Lida mastering techniques meant he mastered them too. Teaching her later would suffice.
So far, she'd already learned three advanced techniques.
The speed-intensive "Black Rope Heaven Flash" creating countless afterimages, the meteor-like "Chiluo Flash", and now this power-intensive "Earth Collapse Flash."
All brilliant unarmed techniques rivaling Six Styles.
But three sufficed. Basic unarmed control revolved around strength and speed mastery. Beyond that, further progress meant quantitative changes. Three new discoveries were already commendable.
Boom!
Missing once, Luo Wei leaped again. Pure leg strength propelled him skyward, throwing a punch at Kuro.
Kuro swung his blade.
As the blade rose, Luo Wei's pupils constricted. He changed trajectory mid-strike, punching downward.
Bang!
He landed heavily, warily watching Kuro. The Black Blade shimmered with golden lightning.
Supreme Armament Haki!
Considering this man's Top War performance, such Haki mastery was expected. Luo Wei himself possessed it, but confronting this slash would leave him in dire straits.
"Felt that? My Observation Haki's not bad."
Kuro descended slowly, sheathing Autumn Water. "If you won't attack, I'll come to you."
Buzz!
As he finished, Luo Wei felt the air vibrate. Instinctively, he tried retreating.
Too late.
The sheathed figure vanished like ripples on water. Before he knew it, Kuro stood right before him—impossibly fast!
Lida smiled slightly. "Besides Admiral Lucius Kro, no one matches Kuro's speed."
Lucius Kro—his greatest strength wasn't swordsmanship, ability, or physical might. It was his wind-like speed, blindingly fast.
"Ichiryu Style·Swallow Return."
Autumn Water unsheathed instantly, trailing golden lightning wisps. In an instant, three slashes sealed Luo Wei's escape routes. This technique left no option but to be cut!
And speed—unmatched!
Hiss!
Sparks flew from Autumn Water's blade, spraying blood. Luo Wei rolled backward, crashing into seawater, leaving crimson blooming in the waves.
"Quick reflexes", Kuro flicked blood off his blade. Swallow Return's slashes weren't simple strikes—they adapted to his control. He could cut any desired spot. Unless facing Kaido's abnormality, most people's Haki defenses had weak moments.
That white-haired brat raised defense at the last second, taking reduced damage.
"If you don't show new techniques soon, I'll kill you for real", Kuro told the sea.
Gurgle—
Bubbles rose from the water.
Boom!!!
A tidal wave erupted, forming a massive waterspout engulfing the town. Its height nearly covered the entire settlement, casting shadows everywhere.
"Fishman Karate!"
Luo Wei stood atop the wave, grinning cruelly. "Try stopping this!"
Why claim to be the greatest genius? He'd seen countless unarmed techniques, integrating them into his unique "Asura Path."
In the New World, he'd learned Fishman Karate too. Against Devil Fruit users, besides Seastone, seawater worked best!
Such massive seawater—dodging meant being caught. But if he dodged, the town would be destroyed!
How would you choose?
Luo Wei glared at Kuro, watching his every move. Out of the corner of his eye, he saw Lida.
Sorry, girl who looks like Lita—I never meant to do this.
"Idiot."
Lida muttered.
Pop!
Like a bursting bubble, the tidal wave disintegrated into raindrops, falling gently. Rain soon ceased, leaving a rainbow in the sky.
Luo Wei landed heavily, astonished. "How could..."
This move always worked against Devil Fruit users. Why dissipate now?
"Cigar's wet."
Hiss!
The voice came suddenly. Kuro appeared instantly, slicing through Luo Wei's Haki defense, carving a wound across his chest before sending him flying. He rolled twice.
Kuro pulled out a cigar, replaced it with a new one, lit it, and exhaled smoke. "Playing with seawater in front of me? Don't make me laugh."
(End of Chapter)
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