Meikyō leaned back in his recliner, sipping juice in one hand and holding a wooden sword in the other, fighting Zoro and Kuina with one hand.
"Ouch!"
Zoro touched the large bump on his head and sat down on the ground with a thud, still tightly holding the two wooden swords in his hands and biting one in his mouth.
Without Zoro to share the burden, Kuina also gave in two seconds, plopped down next to Zoro with a huge bump on her head just like Zoro.
"Zoro, you adapt to the enemy's rhythm very quickly during battle; this is both your strength and your weakness."
Meikyō took a sip of coconut juice with relish and mumbled something to Zoro.
"Why?"
Zoro asked curiously.
Meikyō didn't answer, but responded with action, beckoning Zoro with his finger.
Understanding the meaning of the Meikyō, Zoro immediately brandished his wooden sword and charged forward.
After more than ten moves, Zoro once again fell backward in a "sand-sand-goose" style move, landing next to Kuina.
Kuina, watching this scene, seemed thoughtful and said:
"Does Teacher Meikyō mean that after adapting to the enemy's rhythm, if the enemy suddenly changes their rhythm, it is easy to expose a flaw during the adjustment process, thus giving the enemy an opportunity?"
"Yes, that's it."
Meikyō nodded approvingly.
"Teacher Meikyō, do you have any good ideas on how to solve this problem?"
"Zoro asked eagerly."
"It's very simple. Develop your own rhythm, and then no matter how the situation changes, you can handle it according to your own rhythm. At this point, you can apply your rhythm to the enemy in battle, and you can also use the method I just mentioned."
Meikyō thought for a few seconds and then spoke.
His teaching style was completely different from Koshiro's.
The latter tends to use a complete theory of kendo for guidance, while Meikyō starts from actual combat.
Having fought in two Shinobi World War, battles against Musan and a group of Upper Rank Demon in the Demon Slayer World, and encounters with Kizaru and other sword masters in the One Pirate World, Meikyō has extremely rich combat experience; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say he's been through countless battles.
Especially the two Shinobi World War.
Meikyō is a true master swordsman who grew up in the most brutal flames of war; he is an absolute practitioner.
These are the things that Zoro and Kuina lack.
"Rhythm? How do I find the rhythm that suits me best?"
Zoro pressed on with more questions.
"This requires you to learn it yourself on the battlefield when you grow up. Some people pursue extreme speed with their swords, some pursue power, and some pursue strange and tricky moves. No matter what, it is based on your own characteristics and you summarize it yourself."
Meikyō casually peeled an orange and said while eating it.
The East Blue is rich in various high-quality fruits, especially oranges. Whether it's Cocoyasi Village or Orange Town in the Organ Islands, the oranges produced here are very sweet.
Not far away, Shimotsuki Kōshirō took out 100 Beli and took a newspaper from a News Bird.
The headline on the newspaper cover read, "World Noble Visit the Kingdom of Goa".
"Judging by the time, it should be here soon."
Shimotsuki Kōshirō pushed up his Glasses and looked in the direction of Shimotsuki Village's port.
At the same time, a large ship appeared at the port of Shimotsuki Village.
"How is that child now?"
A tall man shrouded in a green robe spoke up.
The person who answered him was a man with a huge head and explosive purple hair—a person who was difficult to define as male or female, and they generally preferred to call themselves "New Human".
"I've used Healing Hormone to stabilize the boy's condition, but his injuries are still quite serious. It's best to find a doctor here to see him first."
After listening to Ivankov's words, Long nodded silently.
"Koshiro should have already prepared supplies for us. After we finish replenishing our supplies in Shimotsuki Village, we will set off immediately. Now that Celestial Dragon has arrived in the Kingdom of Goa, and because of the previous assassination attempt, the Navy is keeping a close eye on the entire East Blue."
The large ship docked, and Long walked alone into the Isshin Dojo.
"Oh? Koshiro, you have a new friend visiting?"
Dragon's Observation Haki allowed him to sense a powerful aura besides Koshiro Isshin Dojo, so he stopped in his tracks.
If it's the right person, then Koshiro will soon bring him out to meet him.
If not, then just go outside and wait for Koshiro.
"That is..."
In the courtyard, Meikyō, who was explaining swordsmanship to Zoro and Kuina, suddenly looked up and gazed outside the wall.
He sensed a very powerful presence there.
The last person to give him this feeling was Marine Admiral Kizaru.
"Ah, it's my friend who's come to visit me."
Koshiro stood up from the ground and spoke to Meikyō, appearing somewhat hesitant.
He didn't know whether he should let Meikyō and Long meet.
After all, the latter is known by the World Government as "the world's most vicious criminal".
What he didn't know was that, even if Meikyō's true identity wasn't as highly valued by the World Government as it was by Dragon, it wouldn't be much less.
After hesitating for a moment, Koshiro dismissed Zoro and Kuina, telling them to go outside and train on their own. Then he asked Meikyō.
"Mr. Yoriichi, what are your thoughts on the World Government and the Celestial Dragon?"
"Rotten, he deserves to die."
Meikyō looked at Koshiro with a rather indifferent gaze and uttered four words.
A smile immediately appeared on Koshiro's face.
After spending some time together, he had gained a certain understanding of Meikyō's personality.
Such a proud person would not lie about something like this.
"Let's go out together, and I'll introduce you to my friend. I'm sure you two will get along well."
Shimotsuki Kōshirō said to Meikyō with a smile.
The two walked out of the Isshin Dojo, shoulder to shoulder.
Not far from the door, Long watched this scene, a slight smile appearing on his face hidden beneath his hood.
It seems that their team may be about to gain another like-minded and powerful ally.
"Dragon, this is Yoriichi Tsugikuni, a swordsman Tsugikuni Yoriichi Wano Country, who is from the same hometown as my father, Kozaburo."
"Mr. Yoriichi, this is my good friend, Dragon."
Shimotsuki Kōshirō introduced.
"Hello, Mr. Yoriichi. I heard about your reputation on the Grand Line a few months ago, but it seems that everyone underestimated you."
Dragon extended his hand and shook hands with Meikyō.
As one of the strongest beings on the high seas, he could sense that Meikyō possessed extremely powerful strength.
The Revolutionary Army needs manpower, especially skilled fighters, right now.
"Mr. Dragon."
Meikyō maintained his previous expression, nodded to Dragon, and his eyes flashed with a sharp light.
The person in front of me is very strong.
"Yuan Yi, aren't you curious about the Navy Six Styles and the training methods of Haki? Dragon is a master of these techniques, and I'm sure he can give you a lot of insights."
Koshiro looked at the two men shaking hands and said with a smile.
"No problem."
Dragon nodded slightly, his head hidden under his hood.
"Also, Dragon, the things you wanted are in the warehouse south of the village. You can arrange for someone to move them onto the ship."
Dragon took out Den Den Mushi, spoke a few words, and then asked Koshiro a question.
"Thank you, Koshiro. Also, I wonder if there are any doctors in Shimotsuki Village? There is a child on my ship who has been seriously injured. Although Ivan has basically stabilized his condition, it would be better if he received proper treatment as soon as possible."
"Doctors? Yes, there are, but the doctors in Shimotsuki Village can only treat minor colds and such; their medical skills are rather average..."
"Perhaps I am capable of doing this job as a doctor."
Meikyō interrupted, paused, and then continued:
"In Mu... in our village, I am the best doctor besides my teacher. As long as it's not a case of someone losing a hand or foot or only having one breath left, I should be able to cure them."
To further convince her, Meikyō even made a cut on her wrist and immediately used her Mystical Palm Technique to heal it completely.
Koshiro was slightly surprised.
He had known Tsugikuni Yoriichi for several months and had no idea that he possessed such talent.
"Is it a Devil Fruit ability that has healing effects?"
Dragon looked at Meikyō curiously again and said:
"In that case, I'll leave Mr. Yoriichi."
While the rest of the Revolutionary Army were still moving supplies, Ivankov arrived at Koshiro's house with the seriously wounded Sabo.
"Is this red-haired boy the doctor you invited, Koshiro? He's quite handsome."
Ivankov placed Sabo on the bed and curiously examined Meikyō.
"Ivan, this is Yoriichi Tsugikuni, a swordsman from Koshiro Wano Country, who is from the same Tsugikuni Yoriichi as Kozaburo, Kousaburo's father. Besides his medical skills, he also has great strength."
Dragon stood beside Koshiro and introduced Meikyō's identity in the Pirate World to Ivankov.
"So that's how it is."
Ivankov immediately understood what Dragon meant.
Such a skilled individual, who also possesses medical expertise, would certainly be someone they would try to recruit into the ranks of revolutionaries.
Even if it can't be, it's still a good thing to treat them as an ally on your side, as they might play an unexpected role at some point.
"The child's external injuries have been healed by a method that stimulates the body's potential. However, the internal organs have suffered severe shock damage. The previous healers were probably worried that using the previous methods would further aggravate the child's weakened internal organs, which is why they did not continue the treatment."
Meikyō glanced at Sabo's body with his Transparent World and quickly deduced most of his condition.
Ivankov nodded to Dragon beside him, indicating that Tsugikuni Yoriichi was right; he was indeed capable.
"Then, Mr. Yoriichi, can you cure him?"
"Dragon asked the Meikyō," he said.
"No problem, it can be done in five minutes."
After Meikyō finished speaking, a faint green light of the Mystical Palm Technique appeared on his left hand, and a pale blue Chakra Blade was released from his right hand.
Upon seeing this, Ryu, Koshiro, and Ivankov all fell silent, watching Meikyō's healing actions in quiet contemplation.
In fact, Meikyō completed the treatment in less than five minutes.
"That's enough. The child should wake up in another hour or two. Just remember to eat less spicy and stimulating food during this period."
Meikyō clapped his hands crisply and said easily.
On the battlefield, he had treated injuries far more difficult than this.
"Thank you, Mr. Yoriichi. Ivan, please take this child back to the ship and take care of him. I have something I'd like to discuss with Mr. Yoriichi."
"Dragon said to Ivankov."
"Then, I'll go and see them off as well."
Koshiro adjusted his Glasses and, together with Ivankov, led Sabo out of the room, thoughtfully closing the door behind them.
He knew that Ryu wanted to speak with Mr. Yoriichi alone.
"Mr. Yoriichi, I heard from Koshiro that you came from Wano Country. I would like to know, after you came out, what are your views on the World Government and the Celestial Dragon?"
Dragon stared intently at Meikyō with his eyes hidden beneath his hood and asked.
He desperately longed for like-minded companions.
"Koshiro just asked me the same question, and then he brought me to see you."
Meikyō looked at Dragon and said.
"Oh?"
"My answer has only two words: rotten and deserving of death."
A smile appeared on Dragon's fierce face as he deliberately removed his hood in front of the Meikyō, revealing his true appearance.
"Although Koshiro has already introduced me, I would like to reintroduce myself now. I Dragon, the one whom the World Government calls 'the most vicious criminal in the world,' and the leader of the Revolutionary Army who is determined to overthrow the World Government."
"Aren't you afraid I'll leak your information to the World Government? Maybe I could get a lot of bounty for that?"
Meikyō looked at Dragon's face with its red tattoos and said with a smile.
"I believe that Koshiro's friends would not do such a thing. I can also see that you, Mr. Yoriichi, are actually a very proud person. At the very least, you would certainly not stoop to becoming a lackey of the World Government."
Dragon looked at the Meikyō with confident and sincere eyes.
He trusted his judgment.
Meikyō had to admit that Dragon did have a lot of personal charisma.
"Judging from your expression, you want to recruit me into the Revolutionary Army."
Meikyō casually picked up a piece of pastry from the table and said.
Instead of answering directly, Dragon took out a booklet from his pocket.
"I just heard from Koshiro that you are very Navy Six Styles and the Two-Color Haki. It just so happens that I have a notebook with me from when I was young. This thing is not of much use to me except as a memento. I think it can play a greater role in your life."
Ah, this...
Looking at the booklet on the table, Meikyō found it hard to refuse.
"I have no aversion to the Revolutionary Army, but I'm used to freedom, and from now on I'll probably be focusing most of my time and energy on pushing the limits of swordsmanship. I might not be able to stand any discipline, so..."