In the blink of an eye, half a year passed.
During that time, Zoro had begun to awaken Observation Haki. His Armament Haki had yet to awaken, though signs of it were emerging. What he needed now was plenty of real combat.
"You really won't come adventuring at sea with me?"
Werther looked at Perona. After six months together, they had grown closer and more comfortable with each other.
"No way I'm going adventuring at sea. It's too dangerous. Besides, I like living here. This is the Ghost Castle I've always dreamed of!"
Since Perona had no intention of going to sea with him, Werther let the matter rest.
Perona was only an average fighter. Staying at Werther's side would put her in danger.
"Zoro, I've taught you everything I can about Haki. The rest is up to you to grasp for yourself.
"But I'll give you one last piece of advice. Between Armament Haki and Observation Haki, focus on the one you're better at.
"Well, it's time for me to continue my journey. I'm off."
With that, Werther turned and walked toward the shore.
Zoro watched Werther go and felt unexpectedly reluctant to see him leave. Over the past six months, the man had taught him a great deal—not just about Haki, but about fighting as well.
"Thank you for guiding me these past six months. I, Roronoa Zoro, will never forget what you've done for me."
Werther heard Zoro but did not turn around. He simply smiled and kept walking into the distance.
As they walked, Werther glanced at Bonney beside him. Over those six months, she had somehow learned Observation Haki by watching him in secret. That had surprised him.
"Hey, Bonney. With what we've been doing, you're not going to get pregnant, are you?"
At Werther's