Chapter 13: Setting Sail

"Double Shave!"

Li Yuan pressed down with his left foot, leaving a one-meter-wide pit on the ground, and burst forward with explosive speed.

As he shot out, his body skimmed close to the ground. When his speed peaked, he used his right foot to perform another Shave, further boosting his already incredible velocity.

"Limitless Flowing Light Thrust"

In an instant, he appeared in front of Genos. His sword, utilizing the principle of the Finger Gun combined with swordsmanship, struck out.

The extreme speed broke the sound barrier, with the air wailing as the invisible airflow and sunlight formed a dazzling sword light.

It was like a falling star in the night sky, moving too fast for the naked eye to catch.

"Armament Iron"

Genos, seeing Li Yuan's incredible speed, instinctively tried to arm himself with Haki and Iron Block for defense.

But his reaction wasn't fast enough, his Haki wasn't circulating flexibly enough, and his Iron Block wasn't instinctual.

"Chiii!!!"

Before Genos could react, Li Yuan's black sword had already pierced his heart, with Li Yuan's cold face appearing before him.

"I..."

"Splurt!!!"

Genos looked in disbelief at the sword piercing his heart. He wanted to say something but couldn't.

Li Yuan gave him no chance to speak. As the long sword was withdrawn, blood gushed, choking off his words.

"Villains always die talking too much. Better not say anything. I don't want to hear it."

"Slash!!!"

Li Yuan casually slashed, severing Genos's throat, ending his life completely.

"Crack!!!"

When Li Yuan's Armament Haki withdrew, the sword in his hand broke apart in an instant.

This ordinary sword, even covered with Haki, couldn't sustain his full-power combat for long.

"Master, are you alright?"

Li Yuan approached Louis, asking with concern.

"I'm fine, Li Yuan. You're going to set sail, aren't you?"

Louis said with emotion. Li Yuan had killed a Marine Headquarters Rear Admiral.

No matter what, the Marines wouldn't let Li Yuan go, and setting sail was the best choice.

He knew that if not for this incident, Li Yuan might have continued training on the island until he could progress no further, then set sail. It was him who disrupted Li Yuan's plan.

"Master, I would have set sail eventually. There's benefit in starting early."

Li Yuan said, not wanting his master to blame himself for this.

"Li Yuan, you've surpassed me, reaching the sword master realm I once dreamed of. This island is too small. Only the vast sea can carry your dreams."

"This sword, though not quite as good as the Fifty Skillful Blades, is not far off."

"Consider it a gift for your journey. I hope one day I can read about you becoming a Sword Master, or even the world's number one Sword Master, in the papers."

Louis handed his sword to Li Yuan.

"Master, rest assured, I will become the world's number one Sword Master and spread the Limitless Swordsmanship."

Li Yuan took Louis's sword, speaking with determination.

Spreading the Limitless Swordsmanship was his master's lifelong wish, and as his disciple, it was only right to fulfill it.

"Master, Senior Brother!!!"

The apprentices who had been hiding came running over after the battle ended.

"Kano, Kalu, Lazuli, take the juniors who want to set sail and kill all the Marines lying on the ground. Loot everything from them. We're preparing to set sail."

Li Yuan said, looking at the Marines knocked out by his Conqueror's Haki.

"Yes!"

Hearing Li Yuan's words, the juniors mercilessly finished off the Marines on the ground and looted their belongings and resources, preparing for the journey.

Over the past year, any pirates who came to plunder the island were killed by Li Yuan.

Their ship's supplies and money were also seized by Li Yuan, accumulating nearly 50 million berries and various sailing resources.

He had been preparing to set sail at any moment, ready to go whenever needed.

"This warship is not bad, better than any pirate ship we've seized before. Remove the Marine flag and have the shipwright alter its appearance. We'll use this ship to set sail."

Li Yuan appraised the Rear Admiral's warship. The Marines' shipbuilding technology was among the best in the world.

The Rear Admiral's warship had excellent performance, making it more than adequate as his first ship for the journey.

He had no sentimental attachment to ships as partners, so changing ships was merely a thought away for him.

"Senior Brother, we have a dedicated shipwright. We can make the changes while at sea."

Lazuli said, walking up to Li Yuan. She had joined the dojo and, like the other juniors, called him Senior Brother, feeling closer this way.

After a year of sword training, Lazuli had become heroic and valiant, reminiscent of Mulan wielding a sword against enemies.

"In that case, once the supplies are loaded, set sail immediately!"

Li Yuan looked out at the distant sea, shouting loudly.

"Yes!"

Hearing Li Yuan's command, the juniors were all very excited. They were all willing to follow Li Yuan into the sea, as it was not just his dream but also the dream of each junior.

The Limitless Sword Dojo had over 150 members. Aside from the 50 young ones, over a hundred adult juniors were willing to follow Li Yuan to sea.

And at this moment, the Limitless Sword Dojo was disbanded, with Louis deciding to live incognito on Pagas Island.

After all, with Li Yuan having killed a Marine Headquarters Rear Admiral, the Marines would come to investigate.

It might affect Louis, so Li Yuan suggested he leave and live on another island.

Standing at the bow, facing the sea, Li Yuan opened his arms to embrace the sea breeze, feeling both excited and free. This vast, tumultuous sea was his true journey.

Lazuli, Kano, and Kalu stood behind Li Yuan. He gazed at the sea, while they watched him.

They knew their place. They weren't geniuses or monsters. On this vast sea, they were so small.

So, to make a name for themselves on the sea, following Li Yuan was the best choice.

"Set sail!!!"

Li Yuan waved his hand, the anchor lifted, the sails unfurled, and the ship moved toward the sea, driven by the strong wind.

Marine Headquarters:

"Bang!!!!"

"What happened? Why is Genos's life card burning to ashes? Find out what pirate scum dared to kill a Marine Rear Admiral within the Marine territory!"

Marine Admiral Steel Bone Kong's anger flared upon hearing the report, smashing the table to pieces.

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