"Armament Haki: Iron Body!!!"
Although the quality of the Armament Haki was average, and it only covered a small portion of his abdomen, there was no mistaking that color and texture!
Everyone present saw it clearly. Doll in particular, who also relied entirely on physical combat, had her eyes shining as she stared intently at the "master teacher," Austin.
Just as expected!!!
Austin had not lied yesterday!!!
If he said he would teach them Haki, then he would definitely teach them!
"As expected of a subordinate I admire. I'm very satisfied, Vergo."
In a voice only the two of them could hear, Austin spoke to Vergo.
Those words made Vergo feel deeply honored. Lord Austin had personally praised him.
"My honor, Lord Austin."
He gave a soft reply, but then Austin's foot struck his abdomen.
A violent shock swept through his entire body. The outrageous hardness and force of the Armament Haki kept Vergo, who had awakened Armament Haki for the first time, from being on the verge of death, but he was still severely injured and knocked unconscious.
Admiration was admiration, but when it was time to put someone to sleep, one kick was still needed.
That was a tradition passed down through generations.
Even so, it was enough to make everyone see him in a new light.
That recruit Vergo had actually survived under Austin's hands. Even if Austin had held back, it was still an honor.
No one would call Vergo weak. They were only stunned by how quickly his Haki had progressed.
Especially those Marines who had once exchanged blows with Vergo during their days as junior and field-grade officers.
That Vergo!!
He had truly mastered the power of Haki!!!
That newcomer who had stood alongside them not long ago, arriving at Marine Headquarters together with