Chapter 137 : Law, Dead?

"This sword..."

"Already possesses the prowess of the world's top swords!"

"There are qualifications worthy of facing me head-on!"

Hawkeye observed as Zoro swung his sword in the live screen, his expression grave.

These words also caught everyone around off guard...

After all, Hawkeye, as the world's top swordsman, held absolute authority over swords!

The fact that he deemed it worth confronting was proof enough that after several major battles...

Zoro, the second in command of the Straw Hat Pirates and their swordsman, had made significant strides!

They vividly recalled that during the clash with Moria, Hawkeye's assessment of Zoro was merely acknowledging potential.

Against Enel, the evaluation barely caught the eye.

By the time CP9 arrived, the evaluation had improved somewhat, catching the attention of those witnessing his growth.

And now...

In just the seventh of the ten peak battles, Zoro had already caught the eye of Hawkeye! The growth of Zoro... It was substantial!

In fact, everyone present could see the power of this sword!

The sheer momentum was terrifying, enough to command the attention of most present!

Jinbei, too, clasped his hands over his chest, expressing surprise: "It seems genuinely challenging for you to provide such an evaluation."

"This swordsman with green hair seems to harbor great potential."

Hawkeye nodded slowly, "He has matured rapidly. Though he still falls short of me, I believe..."

"With his potential, he might genuinely become an opponent who compels me to be serious in the future!"

"Although, I'm uncertain about the timeframe..."

As he spoke, a faint excitement flashed in Hawkeye's eyes.

He had long yearned for worthy adversaries...

Apart from the red-haired Shanks, there were few swordsmen on these seas who could genuinely engage him.

Now, witnessing someone with the potential to reach that echelon once more, it was impossible not to be thrilled...

[Poof!!!]

[With Zoro's sword swing!]

[Instantly, the formidable sword aura carried an unparalleled power, sweeping through everything!]

[Even Pica's immensely colossal form succumbed to this slash...]

[Cutting through it directly!]

[This spectacle astonished everyone, including King Riku and Violet below!]

[They hadn't anticipated Zoro's swordsmanship proficiency being so formidable!]

[Unexpectedly, even the colossal stone giant was sliced directly, covering a range of at least hundreds of meters...]

[However, even so, it didn't mean Pica had been defeated!]

[The properties of his Devil Fruit enabled him to conceal himself anywhere within the stone.]

[Even if the colossal stone figure he embodied was cleaved open, he could instantly hide within the remaining stones, unaffected by the slash!]

[This, Zoro naturally understood...]

[He knew he mustn't let Pica touch the ground, or else he'd burrow underground again!]

[Although numerous stones stood before him, Zoro remained undeterred, declaring, "Just cut them all off!"]

[Zoro, once again, unleashed his strength, brandishing three knives in the air with relentless vigor!]

[With each breath, countless stones crumbled into pieces smaller than a fist!]

[Eventually, there was no escape for Pica, compelling him to make his presence known.]

[Upon appearing, he promptly unleashed his Armament Haki, intending to counter Zoro's onslaught and drive him to the ground.]

[However, as soon as the surface was touched, countless colossal stone figures could be summoned again...]

[But Zoro was determined not to let him have his way.]

["Do you think Armament Haki alone can block me?"]

["How naive..."]

[Zoro grinned wickedly, his words dripping with mockery.]

[Pica, insulted as the highest-ranking member of the Doflamingo family, seethed with anger.]

[Suddenly, he took the initiative to advance!]

[Zoro responded by activating his Armament Haki, enveloping both arms and the sword itself.]

[And then, the black sword emerged...]

["Three Thousand Worlds!"]

[In that moment, a terrifying sword light flashed once more!]

[Pica, despite using Armament Haki, was like a radish, vulnerable under the force of the sword...]

[As the highest-ranking cadre of the Mingge family, he lay defeated...]

[Rendered completely ineffective in combat!]

[Amidst the falling stones from the sky, he crumpled to the ground, lacking the strength to stand.]

[At this moment, everyone was dumbfounded...]

[Countless people hadn't expected such a formidable adversary to be defeated so effortlessly by Zoro!]

[It turned out that, in addition to Captain Luffy...]

[The entire Straw Hat Pirates possessed such a formidable crew!]

[At this moment, the hope for victory in the battle surged once again...]

[...]

Marine headquarters!

"Black sword?"

Hawkeye observed the scene, momentarily surprised.

But soon, a smile graced his face...

"It seems I underestimated this kid earlier. His swordsmanship has improved significantly since then..."

"It's not just a little stronger; he has even condensed the black sword, earning the right to be called a Sword Master!"

A true swordsman, regardless of their swordsmanship, needs to protect their sword. The black sword, an imposing manifestation of Haki, not only enhances the sword's strength but also shields it from harm in battle.

It amplifies the sword's power even further!

The ability to condense the sword into a black form signifies true strength as a swordsman!

At this point, Zoro was undoubtedly a swordsman to be proud of worldwide. Hawkeye, as the world's top swordsman, wasn't usually swayed by the abilities of the black sword.

If he witnessed other swordsmen wielding the black sword, he might not react at all.

However, observing Zoro's rapid growth, from initially swinging his swords recklessly to seamlessly integrating them into every aspect of combat, surprised and excited him!

This kid's talent surpassed expectations!

However...

Hawkeye was unaware that Zoro's technique of condensing the black sword was taught by him personally!

It's just that it wasn't shown on the live broadcast screen, so he remained unaware... Strictly speaking, Zoro is also half his disciple!

Mihawk cultivated him to challenge himself in the future as a swordsman... Meanwhile!

While Hawkeye was still amazed by Zoro's remarkable progress, the others were astonished by this sword...

Doflamingo, who crouched behind table, wore an extremely dark expression on his face... Presently, on the live broadcast screen,

his subordinates were falling one after another.

Even the formidable Pica has been slashed and incapacitated.

Only Trebol remains standing.

Could it be that his own subordinates are so feeble?

But soon, Doflamingo's gloomy face revealed a sinister smile.

However, his smiling face looked terrifying!

Even if the subordinates lose their combat effectiveness one by one, so what? As long as they are alive, the Straw Hats and their gang won't be able to stir up any storms! Even... the whole Dressrosa!

No winds or waves can be stirred!

Under their own birdcage, everyone will perish! No one can escape their retribution...

[At this moment, Luffy is still entangled by Doflamingo's doppelganger! ]

[Even Bellamy, who was brainwashed by Doflamingo! ]

[Luffy has always regarded Bellamy as a friend, so he is reluctant to hurt him! ]

[But right now, watching him hurt himself even if he didn't hesitate to hurt himself, but also to prove himself like Doflamingo, he was finally angry...]

"My goal is to bring down Doflamingo and save the whole of Dressrosa!"

["I'm not here to accompany you..."]

["Since you are so unconscious, then I will wake you up!"]

[When Bellamy bounced over with all his strength, Luffy punched directly!]

[Huge power, directly let Bellamy fall into a baby-like sleep.]

[No matter how fancy he plays, in the face of absolute power, everything is in vain!]

[How similar this scene is to the scene on Gaya Island under the empty island...]

[At the same time, on the upper floor of the palace!]

[Law was also completely subdued by Doflamingo, and he didn't have the slightest power to resist at all!]

[Doflamingo looked at him playfully, "Although your end is only a dead end, it is better to..."]

["Before you die, how about using the power of your surgical fruit to give me eternal life?"]

["In exchange, I can promise you any conditions..."]

[Law smiled, "Okay, then you can resurrect Corazon, and by the way, kowtow to the entire people of Dressrosa on your knees and confess your mistake!"]

[At this moment, Doflamingo is angry...]

[He found himself talking well again and again, but in exchange for the ridicule of the other party!]

[Do you really think you are good-tempered?]

["Corazon, Corazon, since you like him so much, then I will send you to meet him!"]

[Doflamingo directly pulled the trigger in his hand, and the gun sounded and hit Law's body.]

[Shot after shot, until all the bullets are fired...]

[At this moment, Law has already been shot several times in his body, falling in a pool of blood, motionless]

Seeing this scene, all the audience in the world was stunned... Law... Dead?

No way...

But if he is not dead, how can he explain the blood on his body? Is Doflamingo really invincible...

Now that only Luffy is left, he can really trip Doflamingo.

Save the whole of Dressrosa...

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