10: Chapter 10: Gifts for Two, FarewellUpon learning that his daughter had nearly died, Koushirou was filled with both fear and gratitude.His eyes widened in shock, his hands clenched involuntarily, and he felt a surge of relief.When he saw Luffy, his gratitude overflowed.He rushed forward, grasped Luffy's hand tightly, and said in a slightly trembling voice, "Thank you, Luffy!I don't know what would have happened if it weren't for you."
Luffy smiled easily and patted Koushirou on the shoulder."Don't say that, Mr.Koushirou.Kuina is our partner; it's what I should do!" His tone was firm and sincere, conveying his deep affection for his comrade.Sunlight shone on him, as if draping him in a golden glow, making him appear even more resolute and reliable, despite being only a seven-year-old boy.Luffy didn't disturb the father and daughter's conversation for the rest of the time; he returned to his room to check the rewards for completing the system mission.
Flower Breathing: Originating from the world of Demon Slayer, it is a branch of Water Breathing, and its techniques are extremely elegant.When unleashing a slash, the trajectory of each strike is as graceful and gentle as a flower petal, making it a breathing technique very suitable for women to practice.To make the host's companions even stronger, the system includes a complete collection of manuals.
Sword Master's Sword Technique Insights: This technique, recorded by a powerful swordsman from One Piece, is profound and unpredictable.It can allow a swordsman to quickly break through to the speed of a swordsman.To facilitate learning, the system has marked it for practitioners.
Murasame: One of the Imperial Arms from Akame ga Kill!, it's famous as a cursed sword capable of killing with a single strike.Anyone struck by it will be infected with a cursed poison that will quickly lead to death; there is no antidote.However, it's a double-edged sword.The advantage is that the sword carries a poisonous curse; any life cut by it, even a small one, will die from the curse.The disadvantages are also obvious: First, the user needs extremely high sword control skills; if it can't cut anyone, it's useless.Second, this sword requires careful maintenance because of its powerful.The power is basically fully extended, and if the user gets cut even slightly, it's over.And that last bit isn't really a bad thing; it's just that if the enemy is wearing armor, it will be countered.But Luffy knows that Zoro will eventually master the art of cutting iron, so this disadvantage isn't that important.Luffy also believes that this cursed sword will reveal its true power in Zoro's hands.Before the user can use it, the system will give him another weapon: Kiri Ichimonji, also from Akame ga Kill!Although it doesn't have the instant-death effect of Murasame, wounds inflicted by this sword will not heal.
Seeing this, Luffy immediately felt envious.Looking at the gifts his crew received, and then at his own, he realized that others received a complete package, while he had to train hard himself.Muttering to himself, Luffy reluctantly got up and found Zoro, who was training, and gave him the three gifts.Zoro was overjoyed to receive them.He could see that both the Murasame and the swordsmanship insights were perfectly suited to him.After listening to Luffy's explanation of the two items, Zoro immediately decided to focus on swordsmanship training.As for the Murasame, Zoro knew he couldn't yet master it.So, before he had enough strength, Zoro decided not to use it.Seeing Zoro engrossed in training, Luffy was envious again.He could only console himself as he strolled back to his lodgings.On the way, he happened to see Kuina preparing to practice swordsmanship, so he casually gave her the Flower Breathing and the training manual for the Total Concentration Technique.Kuina's eyes lit up when she saw the two gifts.After thanking Luffy, she also entered a training state.Seeing the two diligent individuals, in order not to be overtaken, Luffy also began to continue practicing the Eight Gates.
Time flies, and more than two months have passed since Luffy and Uta arrived in Shimotsuki Village.During these two months, both Luffy and Uta have seen their strength improve by leaps and bounds.Luffy has also successfully mastered the first gate of the Eight Gates, the Opening Gate.Although he hasn't been able to maintain it for long, he has already made a basic grasp of the accompanying Lotus Flower.As for Uta, although she hasn't been able to master swordsmanship, her stamina has increased considerably, and she has also successfully learned several chapters of the Hundred Music Score.As for what they are, Uta says she will keep it a secret from Luffy.
As for Kuina and Zoro, both have made significant progress.Kuina has made basic progress in Flower Breathing and has also begun to grasp Total Concentration Breathing.However, Kuina is still struggling with the middle stage, which amazes Luffy.The fact that she mastered the breathing technique on her own without professional guidance is a testament to her exceptional talent.As for Zoro, after learning the essence of swordsmanship, although he hasn't reached the level of cutting iron yet, his swordsmanship has improved considerably.Both of them are working very hard to achieve their dreams.
Time flies like an arrow, and the day of parting arrived in the blink of an eye.The four had spent many wonderful times together, training and battling each other.As the time for parting came, their hearts were heavy, yet their eyes were filled with anticipation for the future.On the eve of their separation, they gathered together, reminiscing about the past few months.When they mentioned how many times Zoro and Luffy had gotten lost during those months, all four laughed heartily, their laughter mingling with tears, creating a deeply moving scene.They embraced each other, expressing their blessings and reluctance to part.
Finally, they agreed to meet again in ten years to witness each other's growth and changes.During these ten years, they would train even harder.The moment of parting finally arrived.Luffy and Uta, amidst Zoro and Uta's reluctant gazes, crushed the teleportation stone and returned to Windmill Village.Naturally, the two couldn't escape Machiavelli's stern reprimand upon their return, after all.The two suddenly disappeared for several months.After Uta's well-intentioned lie (after all, Luffy is not good at lying) and the two's frantic promises, Machiro finally let them go and treated them to a big meal.As for what Garp would do when he found out, Machiro could only pray for them in his heart.