Clang!
The slashes of two Great Swordsmen collided again and again, sending Vista's and Werther's Sword Aura flying in every direction.
"Rose Thorn."
Vista crossed his swords, then thrust them into the air before him. A rose formed from Sword Aura hurtled toward Werther.
At last, Werther understood where the petals that appeared during Vista's attacks came from. They were simply a manifestation of his Sword Aura.
Werther had no reason to fear Vista's attack. He lacked Whitebeard's overwhelming offensive power.
Werther poured a massive amount of Lightning into Intent Blood and slashed. He had developed few sword techniques, but each was powerful. He saved them for critical moments in battle.
Intent Blood, now Silver-Blue, sliced straight through the rose of Sword Aura.
Vista wasn't surprised. He had never expected to defeat Werther so easily.
By now, Lightning Mode had stimulated Werther's body to a high degree, and his Speed began to climb.
"Flash."
Werther flashed in front of Vista and swung Intent Blood straight at him.
Clang!
Vista blocked the slash again. Werther wasn't surprised; he had meant for him to block it.
"Electromagnetic Barrier: Thunder Ball."
As soon as Werther spoke, more than a dozen fist-sized balls of lightning appeared around him.
Vista's pupils contracted. He leaped back with all his might, barely avoiding the lightning balls.
After missing Vista, the balls flew back to Werther's side.
Werther could tell that the swordsman before him was a troublesome opponent. He might not be able to finish him off quickly.
But just then, Vista turned his head away from their fight. His eyes filled with fear.
How could Werther pass up an opening like that? He flashed in front of Vista and brought his sword down.
Worthy of a Great Swordsman, Vista raised his blades and blocked the attack.