It worked

Everyone is wondering if Haku really wanted to kill Luffy after this attack!

Looking at Luffy's horrific wounds!

Even the Kuja Warrior, who had fought for many years, were shocked when they saw Luffy's wounds.

They still felt that even with the most horrific descriptions, they couldn't completely calm their complex emotions.

The Bankai effect activated again, Luffy's wounds began to heal once more.

However, this time, he stood up.

Luffy was no longer the carefree, jovial person he used to be!

The smile vanished from his face, replaced by an unprecedented seriousness and determination. His eyes were fixed on the Zanpakuto in Haku's hand, as if trying to see right through it.

"Haku, are you serious?" Luffy's voice was low and deep; he could sense the killing intent in Haku's attack.

Haku nodded, her gaze unwavering as she looked at Luffy. "That's right, I'm serious. Luffy, you need to understand that the Pirates world is cruel. Without strength, you have no right to survive. My attack this time is to make you understand this."

"If you cannot find a way to break free from this oppression, you will face repeated near-death trials that I will put you through!"

Luffy took a deep breath. He knew Haku was right. The Pirates world was indeed full of dangers and challenges; without strength, one couldn't protect themselves and their crew. Bartholomew Kuma, Shichibukai, had taught him a very profound lesson in this regard!

"I understand, Haku!" Luffy had already gotten into position, ready to receive the next attack!

However, this time Haku did not use her Zanpakuto to attack Luffy again.

A red glint flashed in Haku's eyes, and an invisible force suddenly erupted from Haku's center—the aura unique to King — Conqueror's Haki.

The surrounding air seemed to become heavy because of the appearance of this power. Under the influence of this power, the Kuja Warrior all felt a chill in their hearts. They unconsciously took a few steps back, and their faces showed fear.

Luffy also felt the pressure of this power, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. He had never felt such a powerful aura before, as if an invisible force was suppressing his body, making him unable to move.

Haku's eyes flashed red, the hallmark of Conqueror's Haki. He gave Luffy a deep look and said, "I'll give you ten seconds. If you break free of the suppression, you'll suffer an even more dangerous slash than last time!"

"Ten, nine, eight, seven...!" Haku finished speaking and then started counting down on her own.

Feeling Haku's unparalleled overwhelming power, Luffy's anxiety returned!

At the same time, Luffy's competitive spirit began to rise!

Driven by this emotion, a trace of power emanated from his body. The suppressive force that had been weighing on Luffy began to loosen!

Haku raised an eyebrow, because he knew this was a sign that Luffy had truly Awakening his Conqueror's Haki.

However, even after Haku finished counting, he still mercilessly slashed Luffy's entire body!

Using the power of Bankai: Minazuki, Luffy has fully recovered once again!

Unlike before, Luffy's eyes were filled with excitement, as if he was confident that Haku could suppress him with his Conqueror's Haki!

"Haku, come again!!!" Luffy said earnestly to Haku.

Looking at Haku 'Luffy determined eyes, Kate couldn't help but nod inwardly. He understood that Luffy had gradually found a way to break free from the suppression of his Conqueror's Haki. Such a rapid pace of progress truly surprised him.

He took a deep breath and released his Conqueror's Haki once more. This time, the power was even stronger than before, as if it would tear the entire space apart. Under the influence of this power, the Kuja Warrior all lay on the ground, unable to move.

Luffy also felt unprecedented pressure. His body seemed to be tightly bound by an invisible force, making it difficult to even breathe. But he did not give up. He gritted his teeth and struggled with all his might.

His eyes gleamed with determination. He knew that as long as he could break free from this suppression, he would be able to truly master Conqueror's Haki. This was a necessary step for him to become the Pirate King, and he could not back down in order to become stronger.

Finally, through Luffy's relentless efforts, he successfully broke free from the suppression of Conqueror's Haki. His body shuddered violently, as if a powerful force erupted from within him.

The power that erupted actually pushed back all the Haki that Haku had been suppressing on Luffy!

Luffy lay on the ground, panting heavily, a joyful smile on his face. He knew he had finally broken through that damned oppressive force!

In the last moment before Luffy unconscious, Haku appeared in front of Luffy.

"Remember this power; it will be the cornerstone of your path to Future the Pirate King," Haku said softly, his eyes gleaming with satisfaction and anticipation.

Luffy vaguely remembered those words, and then he immediately fell into a coma!

Looking at Luffy's tired but determined face, Haku knew that the special training had achieved its intended effect. Luffy had not only successfully broken free from the suppression of his Conqueror's Haki, but had also unleashed the powerful hidden strength within him.

After unleashing the Bankai of the Minazuki, Haku handed Luffy over to the Kuja Warrior who were still on the ship.

Immediately afterwards, when he reappeared, he was already in the Empress's boudoir!

The Empress, of course, knew what was going on with the commotion Haku was causing outside.

She, who also possesses the qualities of a king, sensed Luffy's successful unleashing of Conqueror's Haki!

She asked Haku curiously, "Did it work? That relatively weak power just now was Luffy's, right?"

Haku nodded slightly, her eyes sparkling with admiration and anticipation. "Yes, it worked. Luffy has finally broken free from my Conqueror's Haki suppression and unleashed his own Conqueror's Haki."

"It seems Luffy has quite a bit of potential!" Hancock said to Haku with a smile.

Haku nodded in agreement, saying, "That's right, Luffy's talent and perseverance are beyond my imagination. I believe that as long as this kid continues to work hard, he will surely become the next Pirate King in the Future."

"Of course, he will also be the last Pirate King in the Future!" Haku said seriously.