Ch-16 Fight With Garp!!

"What is this?!"

Even with Garp's experience, he couldn't help but be astonished by the world before him.

"Could this be the power of Devil Fruit awakening?"

As a renowned navy hero, Garp was well aware of the concept of Devil Fruit awakening.

According to legends, those with superhuman Devil Fruit abilities could influence the physical world after awakening.

Now, with everything around him transformed into a world of swords, it's not surprising that Garp would consider this possibility.

Smoker was surprised by the sudden transformation of the world. Luckily, Li Fan had informed him in advance about what would happen when he used the [Ultimate Blade Works].

So, despite his surprise, Smoker cooperated smoothly with Li Fan to finish the scene.

Li Fan was impressed.

"Your mental strength is remarkable, just as I'd expect from a Navy Headquarters Smoke Hunter."

"Excellent, this scene went well. Now, let's move on to the next one."

Li Fan smiled with satisfaction.

"You might be happy, but it's time to end your [Unlimited Blade Works]," Smoker said, looking around. "I can't shake this feeling of unease in this place."

"Wait a moment, Director Li Fan, don't deactivate it yet!" Tashigi rushed over from the side. "These swords here are truly amazing. Each one feels better than the Shigure in my hand."

"Li Fan, could you let me have a look at one of these swords before they vanish?"

Upon hearing Tashigi's request, Smoker, Tashigi's superior, furrowed his brow. He was about to persuade Tashigi, but then he noticed Garp's presence.

"Vice Admiral Garp, you're already here?"

Garp nodded at Smoker.

"Yes, I just arrived, and it seems I stumbled upon quite a show."

"It's a fascinating ability, young Li Fan," Garp turned to look at Li Fan. "It's a shame to let such an ability go to waste."

"Why not have a friendly bout with an old man like me?"

"Hey! Garp, Vice Admiral Garp, are you sure you want to fight this guy?!" The navy personnel who were with Garp widened their eyes in response.

Li Fan also looked at Garp with surprise.

"Do you really want to have a battle with a navy hero?"

"Well, I suppose I can't say no to a sparring session with you, Vice Admiral Garp."

"Haha, I'm just interested in testing your strength," Garp said with a smile. "Don't worry, it's just a friendly match, and I won't go all out."

Li Fan took a moment to think, then lifted his head to face Garp.

"Alright, if you're up for it, I can't refuse."

"I'm also curious to see the strength of the naval hero who once chased after the Pirate King, Roger."

"But before we start, I have a favor to ask."

"Sure, what is it?" Garp asked with a smile.

"It's not a big deal. Since I've agreed to spar with you, I'd like you to consider acting in one of my movies in the future. What do you think?"

"Act in a movie?" Garp rubbed his scruffy beard. "I'm not sure how good I'd be, but I'll give it a try."

"Alright then, let's begin now, Li Fan."

"Of course!"

The moment Li Fan finished speaking, Garp's fist appeared right in front of him.

Li Fan quickly raised his sword to defend himself.

Boom!

Accompanied by a resounding crash, Li Fan was propelled backward at an incredible speed. He didn't come to a halt until he had been thrown back dozens of meters.

*Click—*

The hilt of Li Fan's sword shattered, causing sword to break into pieces that transformed into magic particles, swiftly dissipating.

"This old man is incredibly strong, breaking my manifested sword with a single punch."

Li Fan gazed upward at Garp, who was soaring through the air.

"But then again, he's a well-known navy hero."

'It would be unusual not to have this power.'

Unconsciously, Li Fan's excitement grew.

He stood tall and extended his right hand toward the approaching Garp.

Magical energy surged behind him, and dozens of massive swords, each about three meters long, suddenly materialized and shoot toward Garp.

"Good job!" Garp shouted channeling his powerful Haki energy into his fists as he swung his iron-clad punch at the gigantic swords.

Li Fan's momentarily manifested giant swords merely delayed Garp for a brief moment before being shattered into fragments by the force of Garp's strike.

Yet, this brief delay was all Li Fan needed.

In that instant, a longbow materialized in Li Fan's grasp.

A peculiarly-shaped arrow was notched on the longbow, aimed directly at Garp.

"That's the Spiral Sword!" Smoker, watching from a distance, exclaimed. "Be cautious of that arrow, Vice Admiral Garp!"

Li Fan smiled and locked his eagle-like gaze onto the descending Garp.

"Fake Spiral Sword, Caladbolg!"

Li Fan let go of the bowstring, and the projected Spiral Sword sliced through space to appear right in front of Garp.

*Rumble—*

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{ T/N- Thanks again for the Power Stones 😉 }