Ch-64 The clash between Li Fan and Hawk-eye Mihawk!!

The night coast exuded tranquility, with a gentle breeze and tiny waves swaying under the moonlight.

Zoro practiced alone, mirroring the routine he used to share with Tashigi.

Tashigi, driven by his Navy responsibilities, had shifted his focus to Loguetown's naval duties.

"Huh... the Thunder Breathing, Ichi no kata: Hekireki Issen, Rokuren!" ⚡

"Boom—"

Thunder erupted as Zoro's figure transformed into lightning, moving continuously until passing a massive boulder.

The boulder split neatly into two, with cut surfaces resembling a mirror.

Bang bang bang—

Applause reached Zoro's ears, accompanied by the footsteps of two approaching figures—Mihawk and Li Fan.

"Well done, Zoro. You've mastered this move quite well."

"It's a significant improvement since our movie-making days."

"Though there's progress, [Thunderclap and Flash] has reached its current limit after learning this move." Zoro sheathed his long sword. "What brings you two here?"

"Are you... here for a duel?"

Zoro's eyes ignited with excitement.

"Firstly, Mihawk and I are here to discuss, not to duel."

"Moreover, [Thunderclap and Flash] is currently at six consecutive rounds, but it's not its limit."

"Even though, in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Zenitsu Agatsuma only used the Sixfold in the end."

"But in the subsequent plot, Zenitsu Agatsuma will use this trick up to the Eightfold."

"There are even super-rapid sword skills such as [Thunderclap and Flash - Godspeed] and moves like [Thunder Breathing- Seventh Form: Flaming Thunder God] that combine different breaths."

"There's no limit to this move. You can push it to another level, Zoro."

"Listening to what you said, I have to keep practicing this move," Zoro remarked.

"I hope so. After all, you might be needed in future sequels," Li Fan smiled. "Speaking of which, you got a new knife, and it looks impressive."

"Well, the third generation of Kitetsu and Yuki Kakeru were lucky enough to acquire a good sword," Zoro grinned. "But when it comes to swords, they still don't compare to the ones in your [Unlimited Sword System]."

"I always feel that every sword among them is precious and amazing."

'Unlimited Blade Works?' The unintentional remark caught Mihawk's attention, and he silently noted down Zoro's mention of the [Unlimited Blade Works].

"Then, how about showing me your [Unlimited Blade Works]?" Mihawk looked at Li Fan.

"[Unlimited Blade Works]?" Li Fan touched his chin. "It's quite exhausting to use that, so let's skip it."

"Besides, don't you want to see my sword skills? It's purer to use something else."

"Water Breathing and Thunder Breathing?" Mihawk inquired.

"No, it's not that." Li Fan turned around to face Mihawk. "Projection, begin!"

With a flash of magical power, a long knife-like object materialized in Li Fan's hand.

"Are you using [Swallow Reversal] with this knife?" Zoro muttered to himself.

"Even though it's a competition, regardless, Water Breathing and Thunder Breathing are too simple for the world's greatest swordsman." Li Fan gripped the sword with both hands, assuming a stance.

In an instant, an incredibly sharp sword energy enveloped Mihawk.

"And I don't want the fight to drag on and waste too much energy."

"So, let's settle it with this knife, Mihawk."

Mihawk unsheathed his black sword and adopted a solemn stance. Simultaneously, his Haki flowed over the black sword.

At that moment, Mihawk, with intense eyes, already sensed that Li Fan's next slash would surpass his expectations.

"Busoshoku Haki?" Li Fan raised the corner of his mouth. "If possible, you could infuse even more Haki into the blade."

"Sword skills capable of causing dimensional bends are exceptionally sharp."

Hearing this, Mihawk frowned slightly, and the next moment, he infused more Haki into the black knife.

"Secret Sword [Swallow Reversal]!"

Almost simultaneously, Mihawk and Li Fan sprung into action.

Li Fan's long sword transformed into three arc slashes, defying dimensions and time, and materialized in front of Mihawk simultaneously.

Mihawk opened his eyes slightly, and the black knife in his hand generated a massive sword energy, forming a protective shield in front of him.

The next moment, the sword energy shattered, and Li Fan's Wugangan clashed with Mihawk's black sword.

"Ding--"

The resounding clash of swords echoed far and wide.

Not far away, Zoro, who observed the entire spectacle, held his breath and widened his eyes.

Even though it wasn't the first time, witnessing a technique like [Swallow Reversal] still astonished him.

Zoro wasn't surprised that Mihawk could withstand this strike.

After all, if Mihawk couldn't hold his ground, then a new world's greatest swordsman would need to step up.

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