Hancock of Amazon Lily Surrounded
That's right, Mihawk has indeed just broken through. Weapons may seem like inanimate objects, but they are actually the most spiritual things. If the master and the weapon can achieve a state of perfect harmony, they can enter a state of Oneness of Sword and Man. In this state, the master's swordsmanship will increase exponentially.
"Oneness of Sword and Man, so that's how it is. So this is your confidence. However, your state after breaking through is obviously unstable. This struggle is meaningless!" Tianqi was still not optimistic as he watched Mihawk enter this state.
"That's enough to defeat you!" Mihawk was quite confident in his current state; the black blade's enhancement gave him complete self-assurance.
"Black Blade Secret Technique - Deadly Blade Light!" Mihawk leaped high into the air and unleashed a powerful strike at Tianqi. The terrifying sword pressure locked onto Tianqi in advance; this single strike was enough to annihilate an entire nation. This was Mihawk's strongest power at present.
"A meaningless fight, Limitless Sword Dao - God-Slaying Slash!" Without hesitation, Tianqi immediately unleashed his true killing move, unleashing earth-shattering power as dark red sword energy surged directly towards Mihawk.
Although this sword energy was only five meters long, its power was extremely terrifying. It was a true Six Paths level attack. Even the Sage of Six Paths from the Hokage world would be annihilated by Tianqi with a single strike. However, considering that Mihawk's strength was not too great, Tianqi withdrew 70% of the power of this attack. But the remaining 30% of the power was enough to defeat Mihawk.
The confident Mihawk was defeated in an instant, losing consciousness and falling to the ground. Victory and defeat really are decided in a split second. How could the confident greatsword master Mihawk possibly be a match for the Wind Blade Swordsman Tianqi? This was simply a fight he couldn't win.
Tianqi arrived in front of the severely injured and unconscious Mihawk and used a healing spell to heal his injuries. After all, he had hitched a ride on someone else's ship, so he couldn't just defeat him and leave him unconscious. Therefore, Tianqi also healed his injuries.
Once he regained consciousness, Mihawk looked at the unharmed Tianqi, remained silent for two seconds, and then said calmly, "The Wind Blade Swordsman is indeed terrifying. I have lost this swordsmanship contest!"
Tianqi didn't speak, but instead put his sword back at his waist and walked towards Shanks and the others amidst the shocked gazes of the crowd, who all made way for him.
"This competition is meaningless. Let's head to the Kingdom of Women!" Tianqi said calmly to Shanks and his group.
"It's meaningless now. Even the great swordsman Mihawk was defeated by you, Captain. I think the title of the world's greatest swordsman is now undisputed!" Shanks, realizing what was happening, nodded excitedly. There's only one Wind Blade Swordsman in the entire ocean, and this was his own captain Shanks was naturally unhappy.
Ryuma of Ryuda was completely convinced this time. If he was still a little unconvinced at first, after witnessing the strength of the Tianqi Wind Blade Swordsman, he was completely convinced. Being able to follow such a swordsman onto the ship was not a good thing at all.
"Captain, our ship is anchored on the eastern coast. We can set sail immediately if we go there now!" the navigator Bendick Snake said respectfully in a loud voice. As a newly joined crew member, he also wanted to make a good impression on the captain.
"Okay!" Tianqi nodded and walked towards the eastern coast, with Shanks and the others following behind him.
As soon as Tianqi and the others left, the quiet crowd suddenly became lively, discussing Uchiha Tianqi and the Conqueror Pirates.
"Uchiha Tianqi is simply too strong! I heard he also has the power of Devil Fruit. Six years ago, he defeated Sengoku, Karp, and a group of other powerful Marines with his Devil Fruit ability. Now his swordsmanship is so strong, I think his strength has reached the level of an Emperor!"
"He hasn't appeared on the sea for years, which is why some newcomers don't recognize him. Actually, it's no secret that Uchiha Tianqi is incredibly strong!"
"Uchiha Tianqi has emerged from seclusion. It seems the power structure of the new world is about to change again. The positions of the Four Emperors are likely to be completely stabilized. I need to investigate this immediately; I absolutely cannot afford to offend this guy!"
"I wonder if the Conqueror Pirates are still recruiting? I'd be willing to do any hard labor!"
Tianqi was unaware of the discussion taking place here. At this moment, he arrived at the place where ships were moored on the eastern coast. What came into view was a black ship of moderate size, with Gunbai pirate flag fluttering in the wind on it.
"Navy, you'd better not go too far, or don't blame me for unleashing a massacre!" Tianqi narrowed his eyes slightly, then led Shanks and his group onto the ship and headed towards the Land of Women.
The Kingdom of Women, the first half of the New World, a place usually deserted, is now surrounded by more than a dozen warships. The sea is now stained red, and the corpses of sea kings float on the surface.
The Navy has been besieging Amazon Lily for three months but has not yet conquered it. There are two main reasons for this: first, a large number of Sea Kings are blocking their way; second, they are wary of Hancock's Conqueror Pirates. The Conqueror Pirates' captain Uchiha Tianqi, has already been recognized by the Navy Headquarters for his strength and is a true legendary pirate. Unless absolutely necessary, the Navy does not want to provoke the Conqueror Pirates.
"Wolf Queen of the Women's Kingdom, listen to me! We've been entrenched here for three months not because you're so difficult to deal with, but because we've been giving you time to consider. I'm giving you three more days to think it over. If you're still stubborn, don't blame us for launching a full-scale attack!" Akainu shouted from the deck, wearing a cloak of justice.
Also accompanying them this time was Kizaru. Three years ago, Kong became the Commander-in-Chief of the Marine Headquarters, and Sengoku became the Fleet Admiral. His subordinates Akainu, Kizaru, and Aokiji were promoted to Marine Admirals. Only Karp was still unwilling to be promoted and remained a Marine Vice Admiral. As the number of pirates increased, the Marines were also increasing their strength.
"Hmph! What a bunch of rude fellows! I've said long ago that I don't want to be one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea. The only one who can command me is Tianqi, and I can only ever be Tianqi's man. If you keep pestering me, I'll turn you all to stone in three days!" Hancock, dressed in luxurious clothes, said disdainfully to the people below.
After six years of growth, Hancock has blossomed into a stunning woman with a curvaceous figure and an exceptionally beautiful face. A group of marines stared at Hancock's beautiful appearance with hearts in their eyes.
"Tsk tsk tsk, the world is really unfair. It's one thing that Uchiha Tianqi is invincible, but now the most beautiful woman is also on his crew. It's really enviable!" Kizaru, wearing glasses, stroked his chin with a wicked smile, revealing jealousy in his eyes. Everyone has thoughts about beautiful women, but Kizaru can restrain himself. It's normal for Kizaru to be jealous of such a life of great strength and beautiful women.
"What do you mean by invincible? She's just a little bit strong. Women, those evil creatures, only hinder the execution of justice. It's good that Hancock agreed to be recruited, but if she's still stubborn, I don't mind destroying this flower with my own hands!" A hint of anger flashed across Akainu's face. Compared to Kizaru, Akainu was like a rock in a latrine—smelly and hard. He didn't care about any beautiful women except for the justice in his heart.
Without lingering with Akainu, Hancock led the Amazon Lily soldiers back to Amazon Lily, where she frowned upon returning.
Despite her outward confidence, she was inwardly worried. This time, two Marine Admirals had arrived, both possessing Logia-type Devil Fruit. Her strength was at most A+, while Akainu and Kizaru were S-rank. She couldn't even defeat one of them, let alone two at once.
"Sister, we should ask Tianqi for help, or the Women's Kingdom will be doomed!" Sonia said with a worried expression.
"Things aren't that simple. The navy dared to surround us because they know Tianqi isn't here. Do you think our message can get out of the way with the navy surrounding us?" Hancock shook her head, feeling quite troubled.
Sonia and Marigold's expressions turned extremely grim upon hearing this. Joining the Seven Warlords of the Sea without the captain's consent was a heinous act, which could easily lead to their being scorned by everyone on the sea. Moreover, it would severely damage the reputation of Amazon Lily. Putting aside the two sisters for the moment, the eldest sister Hancock, would never agree to be recruited.
"You don't need to be too anxious. After all these years, Tianqi has probably completed his swordsmanship training. Perhaps he already knows our predicament is approaching, or perhaps he will arrive soon..." Hancock herself didn't quite believe what she was saying. This kind of risk-free gamble was too big, but at this moment, she had no other choice but to gamble.