Chapter 21 - Vs Sea King

On a secluded beach, the scorching sun illuminated a 7-year-old boy who was training with a heavy burden. He carried a large and heavy stone on his back, possibly weighing around 50 kilograms. Sweat poured profusely from his small body.

However, despite the heavy burden of the stone he held, his eyes remained focused, and his determination unwavering. Amidst the sound of crashing waves, the boy whispered firmly, "2888, 2889, 2890... 2997, 2998, 2999, 3000."

Those numbers represented the list of exercises he had to complete with the heavy stone on his back. Each number was a step forward, each number symbolizing growing determination and strength.

In his exhausted state, the boy continued to move forward. His feet pressed into the sand below, leaving deep imprints. Despite his trembling body and heavy breaths, he refused to give up.

The boy's name was Coby. After completing the grueling weightlifting exercises, he felt a sense of relief and accomplishment.

Coby took a deep breath and rubbed his still-stiff back from carrying the heavy stone. Now, it was time to take a moment to rest. His eyes were drawn to the shade provided by several trees on the edge of the beach, offering a comfortable refuge.

With slow steps, Coby walked towards those trees. Once he reached the shade of one of the lush trees, he sat comfortably on the soft grass. A sense of victory filled his mind, reminding him of the hard work and perseverance he had put in.

He reached for the water bottle he had brought with him and drank from it with satisfaction. The fresh water flowed down his throat, bringing new life to his tired body. Coby felt a refreshing sensation, as if a surge of new energy filled every fiber of his being.

While enjoying the moment of tranquility under the tree, Coby let his mind wander. He recalled the journey and sacrifices he had made to reach this stage. The training, the practice, and the unwavering determination that burned within him.

Listening to the comforting sound of the ocean waves, Coby felt proud of himself. He knew there were still many obstacles he had to face, greater challenges and heavier trials. But for now, he felt a satisfaction and relief that was difficult to put into words.

After a few moments of snapping out of his reverie, Coby noticed something emerging from the shore. It looked like a mass of flesh, but his eyes focused on the object. However, as his vision became clear, he realized it wasn't a mass of flesh, but the back of a ferocious water creature.

Time seemed to slow down as the sea creature appeared with ferocity, ready to attack Coby. In his heart, Coby screamed, "Damn, it's a Sea King! How did this Sea King appear here? Has it strayed from the Calm Belt? Ah, whatever, I don't have time to think about it!"

Coby's body moved quickly, and survival instinct took over. A loud collision sounded as Coby narrowly avoided the Sea King's fierce attack. His breath was heavy, and he felt the adrenaline rushing through his body.

Without hesitation, Coby tightly gripped his trusty sword that he always carried during his training. The sword became an extension of his hand, a symbol of strength and bravery that he had developed over time.

Coby's eyes radiated a burning determination. He knew that this was a battle he had to face with all the strength he possessed. Without any hesitation, Coby challenged the Sea King, which was much larger and stronger than him.

Seeing the enormous size of the Sea King, around 30 meters long, I don't know how many tons it weighed. Its shape resembled a snake with a leech-like head, and its teeth were as sharp as swords.

After focusing his attention on the Sea King, Coby tightened his muscles and prepared to strike back at the monster.

His sword gleamed as it cut through the air when Coby lunged forward with speed and agility. The sword movements signaled the skill he had acquired through rigorous training.

The Sea King didn't stay idle, relentlessly attacking me, but I was able to evade it with my Kenbunshoku Haki. I was thrilled to awaken this power for the first time.

The battle grew more intense with each move made by Coby. Sweat poured down his concentrated face. Every second, he used his Kenbunshoku Haki to carefully anticipate the enemy's attacks and movements, while utilizing his sword skills to defend himself.

The Sea King didn't give up easily. Coby's bravery had stirred its anger and desire to crush him. But Coby didn't back down. He continued to fight with all his strength, relying on his sword techniques and the survival instinct flowing within him.

In an apparent mismatch, Coby executed his final move, a powerful sword slash, risking all his strength in this strike. His sword swung with lightning speed, cutting through the Sea King's body precisely around its neck and head, with a dazzling sword gleam. The sound of metal clashing resonated around the beach as his sword ruthlessly severed the Sea King's head from its helpless body.

In one decisive strike, Coby successfully defeated the sea monster. However, after slashing the Sea King, his sword couldn't withstand the impact and shattered into pieces. Coby felt a sense of emptiness seeing his faithful companion destroyed. But for now, he didn't dwell on it too much, knowing the sword had fulfilled its role in his journey.

Coby gazed triumphantly at the defeated aquatic creature before him. His breath was heavy, and his body trembled with the lingering adrenaline. He felt an irreplaceable satisfaction in his heart. It was proof that all the hard training and efforts he had put in were not in vain. He had shown courage, resilience, and his ability to face danger.

However, Coby also realized that luck played a factor in the fight against the Sea King, as he felt that somehow the Sea King had underestimated him despite its ferocity and rage.

Looking at the lifeless body of the Sea King, washed up on the shore, I observed it more closely and couldn't help but wonder. It was the first time I had seen a Sea King up close and real. When I watched it in the anime, just seeing it was enough to terrify me. And now, I was witnessing it directly in this world.

What left me speechless was the realization that I had just fought this monster. Hahaha, I couldn't help but laugh. I had truly changed, yes, I murmured. This world truly forced me to become strong. Without strength, you are just empty words here.

Sighing and calming myself down from the adrenaline rush, I looked back at the Sea King. I thought about using it as food. I didn't know the taste of Sea King meat, but considering how much Luffy enjoyed it, I thought it must be delicious. Well, wait a minute, Luffy enjoys all kinds of meat. Ah, whatever, I'm also very curious

After pondering this brilliant idea, I immediately ran towards the Dojo to grab a sword or a knife since my previous sword was already shattered. I wasn't sure if a knife could cut through Sea King's meat.

After obtaining a cutting tool for the Sea King's meat, I looked at it again. I was speechless. Where should I start? This creature is enormous. Seeing it in anime and in the real world is so different, okay.

Well, whatever. Let's start with its body first.

After an unknown amount of time, but with the day gradually turning into evening, I had finished cutting the Sea King's meat with my amateur skills. Yes, I could see that there were still bits of meat attached to the bones, but I didn't pay much attention to it because I had obtained a significant amount of meat.

Ready to pack the meat, I might need to make a few trips from the beach to the Dojo to transport all this meat. But thinking about the people at the Dojo seeing me carrying this much meat made me look forward to seeing their expressions.

Alright, the first batch is ready for delivery. I hurried towards the Dojo, carrying the meat. At first, the Dojo disciples didn't pay much attention to me. But after seeing me rushing in and out of the Dojo with a large bundle for the fourth time, they began to wonder what I was up to.

After a while, they became curious about my actions and approached me. They asked, "Coby, what are you doing?"

With a faint smile, I struck a cool and composed pose, or at least I thought so. I replied, "I'm transporting meat."

"Oh, I see," they responded, not paying much attention to my supposed cool pose. "Is there still a lot of meat, Coby? Let us help you."

Seeing their willingness to assist, I gladly accepted their offer. Finally, they helped me carry the meats.

After finishing transporting all the meat, one of the disciples asked, "Coby, where did you get so much meat?"

I casually replied, "I got it from the Sea King."

"Oh, the Sea King," the disciples nodded. After a moment of silence, realization dawned upon them.

"W-what? Sea Kinggggg?

(You can imagine them being shocked in the world of One Piece, with their mouths wide open and eyes bulging)

Coby, don't tell us you fought against a Sea King monster!"

Hahaha, yes, I smiled. I answered, "Yes, I fought against the Sea King. After defeating it, I cut its meat as you can see. Didn't you see the Sea bones on the beach earlier?" I asked, curious.

"Uh, yeah, we saw it, but didn't pay much attention. We thought they were just bones washed up by the sea," one disciple said.

After they realized that I had indeed brought Sea King's meat, the atmosphere became lively. The disciples exchanged glances with a mix of amazement and astonishment.

"You're kidding, Coby! How could you defeat a Sea King?" asked one skeptical disciple.

"I myself find it hard to believe, but I did it!" I answered proudly with a smile.

"So, tonight we'll feast on Sea King's meat?" one disciple asked eagerly.

"Of course! We can have an unforgettable feast with this special meat," I replied enthusiastically. Oh, and please call Kuina, Zoro, and Master Koshiro to join us.

That night, all the members of the Isshin Dojo had a grand feast, sharing stories about everything they had experienced here.