Ch-36 Banquet with roasted Neptune species.

Clap, clap, clap—

Li Fan applauded.

"Yes, that's the spirit, Zoro. I truly hope you can master the Thunder Breathing technique."

"Don't worry, I'll share the training method for Thunder Breathing with you completely."

"Unlike [Swallow Reversal], which is a sword technique achieved after spiritual and physical transformation, Thunder Breathing has a structured training method."

"Zoro, you have great potential. Perhaps you'll be able to master Zenitsu Agatsuma's sword skills in a month."

"You might even integrate them into your three-sword style to create various Thunder Breathing forms."

Upon hearing Li Fan's words, Zoro couldn't help but smile.

"Thank you for having such faith in me, Li Fan."

"But I have a question about Zenitsu Agatsuma's Thunder Breathing."

"By casting me as him, does that mean you'll only teach me the first Thunder Breathing techniques?"

"Are you interested in learning other Thunder Breathing techniques?" Li Fan inquired.

"It'd be great if I could learn more."

"Well, you might be disappointed," Li Fan shrugged. "I'll only instruct you on the first form of Thunder Breathing, Thunderclap and Flash."

"Focus on perfecting this move, as it'll be crucial in later scenes when Zenitsu Agatsuma takes it to its limits."

"I hope you can bring this technique to life just like Zenitsu Agatsuma."

Zoro nodded, "I'll give it my all to reach the pinnacle."

"Alright, Li Fan! Since you're so confident, I'll show you how I can master this move."

"Let's go!" Li Fan smiled and nodded.

Seemingly inspired by Zoro's determination, Tashigi's eyes took on a new level of determination.

"You two have a great spirit."

"I hope both of you can do justice to Tanjiro Kamado's swordsmanship and Zenitsu Agatsuma's swordsmanship in this world."

"Let's begin our training now."

As he spoke, Li Fan used projection magic to create a long sword.

"First, I'm going to push both of you to your limits."

Zoro chuckled upon seeing Li Fan produce the sword.

"If we have to fight, no matter how many times, I'll be your sparring partner."

"Count me in!" Tashigi drew her longsword Shigure with a resolute expression. "Even if it's against you, Li Fan, I won't back down."

Li Fan nodded. "Then let's..."

"Roar—"

Before Li Fan could finish his sentence, a massive Neptune-class sea king, twice the size of the ship, leaped out of the sea.

The sea king bared its teeth and fixed its ferocious gaze on the people aboard the ship, seeing them as mere prey.

"Sea... Sea King type?!"

"Uh-oh, we're about to become fish food!"

"No, are we going to die right here?!"

Some of the actors on the ship screamed when they saw the sudden appearance of the Neptune-class sea king.

"Really, what are you all panicking for?" Caris said calmly. "Did you forget that our director is still on board?"

"He will definitely protect us."

Caris, who had witnessed Li Fan's power, had become quite the fan of Li Fan. As a professional actress, Li Fan's exceptional acting skills and directing abilities were highly appealing to her.

Additionally, Li Fan's striking good looks combined with his formidable power. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that Caris was prepared to work under Li Fan for the rest of her life.

Others who shared her sentiment included Alice and other stars from [Fate/stay night].

"It seems we have a chance to savor some fresh Neptune species." Li Fan cracked his neck. "It's quite considerate of you to deliver takeout specially for us, Neptune species."

"As a token of appreciation, I'll make sure you meet a quick and painless end."

As if understanding Li Fan's words, the Sea King opened its mouth, roared, and lunged at the ship.

"Thunder Breathing, First Form: Thunderclap and Flash!"

Boom!

The sound of thunder rang out at the same moment Li Fan's figure soared over the Sea King's neck.

The previously agitated Neptune species suddenly fell silent. People on the ship then noticed a crimson line appear on the necks of the Neptunian.

Gradually, blood began to ooze from the crimson lines.

Pfft—

The head of the Neptunian was severed from its body, and blood gushed from the wounds.

Li Fan leaped back onto the ship from the massive Sea King's body and dusted off his clothes.

"Zoro, Tashigi, let's push the training session back a bit. First, we'll have a feast of roasted Neptune species."

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