Two-Color Haki and Energy! An Unexpected Visitor

Dunn's eyes held a look of surprise.

Because, a new ability had appeared on his digitized panel.

[Observation Haki (Initial Mastery): You have a preliminary perception of the energy of all things in the world.]

He had mastered it just like that?

It was so effortless that Dunn found it hard to believe, which was why he was so surprised.

"Energy, is it?"

Dunn keenly noticed the digitized panel's explanation of Observation Haki.

"Energy? That's a good way to put it."

Hearing Dunn's soft words, Shimotsuki Koshiro was stunned for a moment, then fell silent for a while before smiling and saying.

"This is a description of what you perceive yourself. Whether it is breath or energy, it represents what you understand. It seems you have truly grasped it."

As Shimotsuki Koshiro spoke, his tone was filled with deep emotion.

From his previous conversations with his father, he had vaguely sensed that Dunn had already awakened Observation Haki.

But now, Dunn's performance clearly showed that he had already become aware of this ability.

The speed of this mastery was enough to make one feel ashamed.

Even he himself had started with swordsmanship, slowly perceiving the breath of all things before mastering Observation Haki.

"Thank you."

Dunn closed his eyes again, and after that strange sensation reappeared, he opened his eyes and expressed his gratitude.

"Since you have mastered Observation Haki, then Armament Haki might not be difficult for you."

Shimotsuki Koshiro did not waste any time and actually intended to explain Armament Haki right away.

"In my hometown, Armament Haki is called Ryuo. It is a power born from within one's own body; if your physique is not strong enough, it is very difficult to manifest this power.

This is a power that can flow and be driven. Once mastered, you can not only gain powerful defensive and offensive capabilities, but you can even counter certain powerful Devil Fruit users."

When Shimotsuki Koshiro said this, he gave Dunn a meaningful look.

A scorching sensation would occasionally emanate from Dunn's room.

Shimotsuki Koshiro, having mastered Observation Haki, could feel it clearly.

"So, Observation Haki is the sensing of the energy of things outside oneself, while Armament Haki is actually the application of a certain energy within one's own body?"

Dunn had already caught on.

The description of Observation Haki mentioned energy.

Then, according to what Koshiro said, perhaps this was the same.

If it was hard to understand, he could just swap it for the more easily understood concept of internal qi, and Dunn would be able to grasp it more clearly.

Of course, there might be some differences, but the general meaning was likely just that.

"Hmm... perhaps that is the case."

Shimotsuki Koshiro fell silent for a moment, thought about Dunn's explanation, and then nodded.

"My strength is limited, and I can only explain it to you according to my own understanding. There are many people on this sea stronger than me; perhaps my explanation of Observation Haki and Armament Haki is not entirely correct."

Shimotsuki Koshiro reminded him.

"You are too modest, Master. Your strength is very great."

Dunn shook his head slightly.

Although in the original story, Monkey D. Luffy encountered many strong people along the way, most of whom could force Monkey D. Luffy into a bitter struggle, in reality, those strong people Monkey D. Luffy encountered were only a very small group of people on the sea.

And a top-tier swordsman was already a top-tier expert on the sea.

"Everyone has things they are good at, and my aptitude is limited, and I can see the limits of my own potential. But you, Dunn, I cannot see your future clearly."

"Is that a compliment?" Dunn smiled.

"No, I am merely stating a fact. This world is not peaceful. I know you might have a good understanding of this world, so you should also know what this world is like."

As Dunn listened, he gradually felt that something was off and immediately raised his hand.

"I heard that Armament Haki is a power that is guided out, by imagining that you are wearing an invisible suit of armor on your body?"

He changed the subject abruptly.

Shimotsuki Koshiro naturally noticed.

He also knew he had said a bit too much just now.

He had a feeling that Dunn might become a pivotal figure on this sea in the future.

And such a person, no matter what they did, could potentially affect the entire world.

"You are right!"

Shimotsuki Koshiro said, raising his hand and holding it horizontally in front of him.

Dunn narrowed his eyes; within his Observation Haki's perception, a layer of something covered Shimotsuki Koshiro's arm.

"This is the most basic application of Armament Haki. When your Armament Haki reaches a sufficient quantity, it will look like this."

As Shimotsuki Koshiro spoke, his arm appeared as if it were truly covered in a layer of dark purple armor.

"And like this!"

Koshiro raised his hand and grabbed the cup on the table in front of him.

The dark purple hue covered the cup.

"Coating, or what some call Ryuo—these are all applications of Armament Haki."

Dunn nodded gently upon hearing this.

"I understand."

"If you understand, you can try to guide your own Armament Haki later, but this is not an easy task. Many people spend their entire lives unable to manifest this energy.

Of course, for you, it shouldn't be difficult."

Dunn looked down at his own hands and tried it slightly, but did not succeed.

It seemed he would need to put in a bit more effort.

"There is one thing I must remind you: the amount of Haki is limited, not infinite. If you consume too much Haki, you need time to recover it.

This duration varies from person to person, as does the total amount of Haki, and all of this is related to one's physical constitution."

"I understand, I will keep that in mind."

Dunn nodded.

"In that case, you should head back first and try it out on your own. Starting tomorrow, I will personally spar with you. If you want to quickly understand how to apply your sword and Haki, combat is the best way."

Shimotsuki Koshiro said with a beaming smile.

However, there was a hint of malice in that tone.

Of course, Dunn wasn't afraid in the slightest.

After rising to bid farewell, Dunn departed.

Once outside, Dunn took out a silk scarf to cover his eyes and unfolded his unrefined Observation Haki.

Regardless, using it more often was never a bad thing.

If consuming too much Haki would affect the body, Dunn could completely ignore such negative side effects.

Kuina was swinging her sword alone in the dojo, while in the woods behind it, Zoro was swinging a bamboo sword with a stone tied to it using both hands.

Meanwhile, Dunn returned to his room to attempt to guide his own Armament Haki.

At dusk.

An inconspicuous merchant ship slowly approached Shimotsuki Village and docked at the pier.

The people who disembarked all had their faces obscured by gray cloaks.

However, the head of one of the individuals was somewhat exaggerated in size.

"Move quickly. Once we've gathered the food, we leave. Our identities are somewhat sensitive."

A low voice rang out, and the others nodded in unison.

The group traveled in silence, and before long, they arrived in front of Isshin Dojo, where Shimotsuki Koshiro was already waiting.

"The food is all prepared."

Shimotsuki Koshiro spoke in his usual slow, calm tone; it was clear he had already made arrangements with these people.