Strange Machinery

Indeed.

Mihawk isn't a very eloquent person, so even after holding it in for so long, he could only manage to utter this one dry sentence.

But that's precisely why it shows such sincerity.

At least Shanks on the other side was now wearing an expression as if he'd seen a ghost...

After all, we should be reasonable.

The Mihawk he knew wasn't like that at all!

Shanks was completely stunned!

How could Mihawk, who was always so cold and indifferent to everyone, have turned out like this?

Shanks didn't understand, but he was greatly shocked.

"Uh... let's talk about that later."

To be honest, even Lin Yan was taken aback by Mihawk's performance. After realizing what had happened, she immediately waved her hand helplessly.

Isn't this a bit too much of a social skill? He didn't even know how to respond, okay?

"Then I'll leave it to you. I think we should leave it at that for today."

Mihawk's expression also looked slightly unnatural.

He's family, so he knows what's going on in his own family.

I definitely acted a bit strangely today, and even he would feel embarrassed, right?

There's nothing we can do about it.

Even if all the wealth in the world and the most beautiful women were placed in front of Mihawk, she probably wouldn't be moved at all.

However, as mentioned before...

The sword is an exception.

Therefore, there's no logic to it.

"Ahem! In that case, let's stop here. From today onwards, Lin Yan is the World's Greatest Swordsman. Is that alright?"

Seeing the atmosphere become slightly awkward, Shanks, who is always very enthusiastic, immediately jumped in to smooth things over, and announced loudly to everyone around him.

"..."

The swordsmen watching the battle reacted with a variety of expressions upon hearing this, but they all nodded in agreement.

After all, they had witnessed the previous battles.

Lin Yan's title as the World's Greatest Swordsman.

It truly deserves the title!

At least for now, quite a few swordsmen are already planning what excuse they can find to spar with Lin Yan.

There was no way around it; Lin Yan's strength was simply too captivating. Putting aside her devastating final attack, even the astonishing skills she displayed earlier were enough to impress all the swordsmen present.

That's a sword technique that can suppress Mihawk!

Even if you don't learn anything from a simple sparring session, it would be incredibly beneficial for a lifetime, right?

The swordsmen all began to make their own plans.

"That's settled then, everyone, you may all leave!"

Seeing that no one objected, Shanks smiled and nodded. Just as he was about to wave everyone home, his expression suddenly changed.

"Um?"

Lin Yan also raised her head at almost the same time as Shanks, a smile of interest appearing on her face.

"It's finally here..."

Sensing the sudden change in the atmosphere around her, Lin Yan couldn't help but reveal a wild smile and lick her lips involuntarily.

I finally couldn't resist and took action!

Yes, Lin Yan was very clear about this from the very beginning.

Those guys from the World Government hiding on this deserted island couldn't possibly be without a purpose.

However, given how well the other party kept things secret this time, Lin Yan couldn't find any flaws for the time being.

However, now it seems that some people have finally reached their breaking point!

"Lin... what should we say?"

The other two had already sensed it. Mihawk, being the former World's Greatest Swordsman, was equally powerful and naturally couldn't have been unaware of it either.

A hint of seriousness flashed in his sharp, hawk-like eyes. Mihawk eyes, then suddenly turned his head and asked Lin Yan.

The meaning is quite clear.

Do you need help?

As mentioned before, Mihawk has never been a man of many words.

Even when Mihawk expresses concern for someone he approves of, it comes out stiff and devoid of any human warmth.

But that's precisely why it's so precious.

Even Shanks, standing to the side, couldn't help but look at his old friend in surprise.

However, Lin Yan simply smiled proudly at this.

"No need! I can handle it myself!"

Lin Yan said this with great confidence.

After all, with his current power, there aren't many things in this world he can't solve. Besides, in Lin Yan's opinion, he's not entirely uninterested in the World Government's petty actions.

"... I see."

Seeing Lin Yan's confident expression, Mihawk didn't say anything more.

"Lin, are you alright?"

Shanks asked Lin Yan with some concern, after all, the aura he sensed was anything but simple.

Lin Yan simply smiled at this.

Who do you think I am?

"Ha! You're right!"

Hearing Lin Yan say that, Shanks immediately stopped worrying. He nodded heartily and walked away with a smile.

Next.

This is Lin Yan's battlefield!

Mihawk did the same as Shanks; he simply nodded, said nothing, and walked a short distance away to watch the commotion.

The surrounding swordsmen were somewhat puzzled.

However, seeing the expressions of the three powerful figures, everyone held their breath and watched their surroundings intently.

Their intuition told them that something big was about to happen...

"Look! In the sky!"

Soon, a swordsman noticed something was wrong and loudly alerted his companion.

Immediately, everyone looked up.

Then, the next second, a look of confusion appeared on his face.

"What is that thing?"

"Uh... a machine?"

"It doesn't seem like a big deal, does it?"

The swordsmen all wore strange expressions, staring at something that had appeared in the clouds at some unknown time.

It looked like some kind of strange machine, and it seemed quite sophisticated, but no one present could quite put their finger on it.

After all, they weren't scientists.

In fact, very few people in the world can truly understand such large machines; a large group of people couldn't identify what it was for.

Asking a group of swordsmen to identify this thing is asking too much of them.

Looking at this thing, Shanks couldn't help but frown.

It looks like the creation of some mad scientist.

Shanks thought to himself, somewhat inexplicably.

Then, in the next second, the man's expression suddenly changed drastically.

"Oh no! Everyone be careful—!"