Ryan unleashed a Sword Domain formed by fusing Conqueror's Haki with killing intent. At once, some people could not endure the violent aura and lost consciousness, collapsing to the ground—and that was with Ryan holding back somewhat.
If Ryan had not shown them some consideration, probably few among the Black Hand Pirates would still have been standing.
"What is this?" A sharp glint flashed in Hawkeye's eyes. The aura radiating from Ryan felt strange; he sensed that his strength was being faintly suppressed, as though an extra layer of restraints had been placed upon him.
Yet Hawkeye grew even more excited. The stronger Ryan was, the more he liked it, the more thrilled he became!
Hawkeye drew the Supreme Grade Sword, "Yoru," which he had acquired in Alabasta. He had to attack first, or he would gradually fall into a passive position.
"Clang!" Ryan drew his own sword as well. Mubanniu let out a soft hum, as though cheering in delight at having encountered a worthy opponent.
This was Mubanniu, the Sword God Li Chungang's personal sword.
Three-foot Mubanniu could break all weapons under heaven!
As Ryan tirelessly nurtured and tempered it with his Armament Haki day and night, Mubanniu showed signs of advancing even further in quality.
Ryan was greatly looking forward to seeing just how powerful Mubanniu would become after its transformation.
Holding the Supreme Grade Sword, Hawkeye unleashed a terrifying slash. Hawkeye's Flying Slash had far greater power and range than anyone else's, an additional enhancement bestowed by Yoru.
"Good!" Ryan's face lit up. From the power of Hawkeye's slash, he could tell that Hawkeye had improved tremendously over the past few years, especially in swordsmanship.
Facing Hawkeye's slash, Ryan neither dodged nor evaded. He met it head-on, blocked it with a single stroke, then casually flung