Ch-29 Mizu no kokyū - Breath of Water!
"You sure have confidence, Li Fan," Zoro said, taking his long knife out and looking straight at Li Fan. "I'll admit it, you're really strong."
"Seeing your strength, even though I've improved, I'm not sure I can beat you."
"But I'll be leaving soon."
"Before I go, I want to make sure of the difference between us."
"Are you leaving?" Li Fan asked with curiosity.
Zoro nodded, "That's right! Making a movie with you has been great, and I've had a chance to see your sword skills."
"But in this peaceful life, I won't grow any stronger."
"I can only become more powerful through real battles and continuous challenges."
"Only then can I surpass you and, one day, become the world's greatest swordsman like Hawkeye Mihawk!"
Li Fan agreed with a nod, "You're right, your words make sense."
"If you want to become stronger, fighting is certainly one way."
"But there are other paths to strength beyond just combat."
Zoro looked puzzled, "Li Fan, what do you mean?"
Li Fan walked over to Tashigi and requested, "Tashigi, could you let me borrow your knife?"
"Of course, Li Fan." Tashigi handed her long knife to Li Fan, "Even though I don't think Zoro can defeat you, I'm looking forward to seeing your swordsmanship in action again."
"Is that so?" Li Fan smirked, "Well, you're in for a treat."
"The character you'll play in the next script needs to master the swordsmanship I'm about to demonstrate."
This revelation widened Tashigi's lovely eyes.
"Li Fan, are you telling me that you're planning your next movie?"
"But I haven't agreed to join the cast yet."
Li Fan reassured her, "Don't be too quick to turn down the offer, Tashigi."
He patted her on the shoulder and continued, "If I guarantee that I'm willing to teach you swordsmanship, what would your answer be?"
Li Fan chuckled and advised, "Haha, there's no need to rush into a decision. You can decide once I've l finished the match with Zoro."
The other actors on set overheard Li Fan's words, and their faces lit up with interest.
"Director Li Fan, could I have a role in your new script?" Caris grinned.
Alice also chimed in, "Count me in, director."
"Director Li Fan, I'd like to be a part of it as well."
"Me too, even a minor role would be great!"
"Yeah, Director Li Fan's movies are fantastic. I never expected to have a chance to star in such a great film. Please count me in."
All the actors eagerly expressed their interest in participating in the new project.
Li Fan raised his hand and assured them with a smile, "Don't worry, everyone. I actually gathered you all here today to find out if you're interested in joining new scripts."
"I was very impressed with your performances in the last movie, and I think highly of your acting skills."
"Don't worry, everyone. I've gathered you here today to discuss your interest in joining new scripts."
"All of you were the main actors in the last movie, and I highly value your acting skills."
"Once I've settled the matters with Zoro, you can visit my place to discuss new scene ideas."
"But there's one thing I need to mention." Li Fan glanced at Nami and grinned, "I have a trip to Cocoyasi Village for some business later on, so it will take a few days before the new film officially begins shooting."
"No problem. Director Li Fan is such a great director, and he provides us actors with opportunities to make high-quality films. We can certainly wait for a few days, or even months." Caris beamed.
The other actors nodded in agreement.
Li Fan smiled and returned to Sauron, asking, "So, can we get started?"
"Of course, I can't wait any longer," Zoro said with a fierce grin, looking at Li Fan.
'System, I want to use [Tanjiro Kamado Template] and [Zenitsu Agatsuma Template]!'
Li Fan's thoughts triggered a rapid flash of Tanjiro Kamado and Zenitsu Agatsuma's swordsmanship in his mind.
In an instant, Li Fan felt proficient in the swordsmanship of these two characters.
Confronting Zoro, who was charging towards him, Li Fan drew his sword from its sheath and swiftly executed a straight slash.
The sharp blade cut through the air, narrowly missing Sauron.
"Water Breathing, First Form: Water Surface Slash!"
Zoro's eyes widened as he narrowly avoided Li Fan's attack, then counterattacked by striking at Li Fan's abdomen.
Li Fan took a step back, causing zoro's blade to graze the corner of Li Fan's clothes. Simultaneously, Li Fan executed a circular slash.
"Water Breathing, Second Form: Water Wheel!"
A sharp clash rang out as Zoro raised his two swords to defend against Li Fan's attacks from above and below. However, Li Fan's incredible strength forced Zoro's body to retreat several meters, leaving deep marks on the ground from his feet.
"You guys, are you using new sword skills?" Zoro asked with a frown.
"That's right, these are the swordsmanship I'll use in my next film," Li Fan replied, raising his longsword and pointing it at Zoro. "The swordsmanship style is called [Mizu no kokyū - Water Breathing] and it consists of ten sword forms!"
"I've shown you two sword forms already. Are you interested in seeing the remaining eight, Zoro?"
"Oh, there are eight more? I should have requested to see them all," Zoro exclaimed eagerly as he squatted down, clutching his swords. "Show me your swordsmanship up close, Demon Slayer!"
Without hesitation, Zoro charged toward Li Fan with impressive speed.
"Water Breathing, Third Form: Flowing Dance!"
Li Fan's body moved fluidly, creating multiple afterimages as he moved. During their clash, Li Fan effortlessly left a cut on Zoro's body, drawing blood.
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