Ryuya accompanied Kuina, strolling through Shimotsuki Village.
"Although a long time has passed, the village hasn't changed much."
Looking at the familiar scenery, Kuina felt a unique emotion welling up within her.
She was already dead, but Ryuya had resurrected her.
She didn't know how Ryuya knew about her,
but Kuina had decided she would never betray him.
In everyone else's eyes, she was already dead.
However!
"Should we go to the Ipponmatsu Dojo, spar with Kōshirō, sever the past, and embrace the future?!"
Kuina was startled again.
That's exactly what she was thinking.
She hadn't expected Ryuya to say it.
Nodding vigorously, Kuina said to Ryuya, "Let me be impulsive this once, okay?"
"Of course."
Ryuya took Kuina to the Ipponmatsu Dojo.
Kōshirō had just explained the situation to Dragon, the leader of the Revolutionary Army.
Then he saw two cloaked uninvited guests arrive at the dojo.
"I didn't expect the dojo to be so lively today."
Kōshirō smiled, looking at the two, or rather, at Ryuya, "Judging by your figure, you must be Zero. I didn't expect someone who caused such a ruckus in the New World to appear on such a small island."
Kōshirō's tone was completely different from when he spoke to Ryuya as Admiral White Dove.
But Ryuya said nothing. His purpose was clear!
To help Kuina sever her past and embrace the future!
"Challenge!"
Ryuya gently pushed Kuina forward.
Kuina cooperated, slowly drawing "Wado Ichimonji" from its sheath, assuming a fighting stance.
Seeing her stance, Kōshirō paused.
This stance was so familiar.
"It's just a spar. Afterward, we'll leave the island."
Ryuya added.
Kōshirō replied, "If you insist, I accept your challenge. Pleased to meet you!"
Kuina remained silent, taking a deep breath and attacking Kōshirō.
This man was her father and her opponent.
As a child, she constantly sparred with Kōshirō.
She anticipated his every move.
Stepping forward, Kuina slashed towards Kōshirō's waist.
The sharp blade blocked Kōshirō's movements.
This preemptive ability startled Kōshirō.
Just as Kōshirō tried to retreat and counterattack, Kuina anticipated his move, blocking him again!
Kōshirō's heart sank. Without hesitation, he unleashed his full power.
A power known only to Dragon.
His sword intent erupted,
sweeping towards Kuina.
His blade coated in Armament Haki, he thrust it at Kuina mercilessly.
At that moment, Ryuya raised a finger.
A sword energy appeared out of thin air!
"Slash!"
This seemingly ordinary strike contained the terrifying intent of a Supreme-Grade Swordsman Mastery.
The sword energy flashed.
Blades shattered.
The dojo walls were covered in sword marks.
Then, Ryuya left the Ipponmatsu Dojo with Kuina.
Leaving Kōshirō bewildered, muttering to himself,
"Impossible. Zero is a Supreme-Grade Swordsman Mastery. And the other person fights like Kuina. How is this possible?!"
Meanwhile,
By the sea, Kuina removed her hood, "My father and I are so far apart. Even knowing his attacks, I couldn't react."
Kuina looked at Ryuya, "When I become the strongest swordsman, I'll stand before him and tell him that a woman can be the strongest swordsman!"
"Right, Supreme-Grade Swordsman-sama~"
Kuina looked at Ryuya.
The clouds parted, revealing the clear sky.
Kuina's eyes shone brightly, her eyebrows curved, looking captivating.
"Stay with me for a while. I'll teach you swordsmanship. Now, let's go to the Grand Line."
Kuina had never left the island. She only knew of the Grand Line through rumors.
"Do we have a ship? How will we go?"
Without answering, Ryuya waved his hand.
The Noah Ark materialized from his system space.
Instantly, the enormous ship overshadowed them, blocking the sunlight.
Seeing the ship, as large as an island, Kuina was astonished.
Her lips parted in shock.
Before she could speak, she felt herself lift, floating towards the Noah Ark.
"How many more abilities do you have?!"
"You'll find out. I'll explain the current situation on the sea. Let's go to Sabaody Archipelago for a grand auction!"
Sabaody Archipelago.
Doflamingo, recently released from prison, sat in his chair, looking at the exhibits.
To escape prison, he had crossed even the Celestial Dragons, resulting in being completely blacklisted.
"But as long as I escape, I can make a comeback!!!"
Doflamingo muttered, his forehead bulging with veins.
"I'll make White Dove pay for targeting me!"
Thinking this, Doflamingo said to Trebol, "Trebol, have you contacted the Yonko, Kaido?"
"Young Master, yes. He's very interested in the Devil Fruit ability users we mentioned."
"Good."
Doflamingo looked at Caesar, "Don't disappoint me, Caesar!!! I paid a huge price to get you out of prison!"
"Don't worry, Doflamingo. We have a common enemy, White Dove!!!"
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