Bogard's face was stern, without the slightest flicker of emotion. He was as impassive as a corpse, reserved and unassuming, much like the gray Suit he wore. He looked like any passerby, the sort no one would notice.
But after watching him kill a Sea King with a single sword strike, Ye Chen knew this man was no ordinary fighter!
Bogard stopped ten paces from Ye Chen and gave him a faint nod, signaling for him to make the first move.
Ye Chen smiled. "You're awfully cocky. Fine, I'll show you what I can do. Soru!"
A cold gust suddenly swirled around Ye Chen's feet. Then he shot toward Bogard like a bolt of lightning.
In a flash, Oto came slashing down at Bogard. A blinding glint cut through the air, and the Marines on Deck all stumbled back two steps in alarm.
An inexplicable chill swept through them. Both Oto and Kogarashi had been stained with the blood of countless powerful foes. The two famed swords held a terrifying killing intent; once drawn, they radiated menace even when merely held in someone's hands.
Clang! Clang! Clang!
Bogard hurriedly raised his sword to block. The blades collided, scattering sparks and sending a fierce gust surging outward.
Oto slammed against Bogard's blade, and a tidal wave of force coursed through his body. His brows lifted slightly. With a sudden burst of strength, he knocked Oto aside.
He was about to thrust at Ye Chen when Kogarashi swept in from Ye Chen's left hand, slashing straight for his waist. Ye Chen showed no mercy. His strike was steady, precise, and vicious, forcing Bogard to dodge back.
Bogard had barely found his footing when Ye Chen leaped into the air again. Like a tiger charging down a mountain, he swung both swords in