This is a sword technique!
The moment Renji gripped the dark blade's hilt, under the buff of Innate Fighter, all low-level skills were perfectly utilized and received a 75% amplification.
Martial arts and swordsmanship skills instantly combined to form the optimal current fighting style.
And the skill Renji had just gotten could npw be unleashed to its fullest potential.
One-Sword Style: Crimson Flash!
Blue light entwined around the slash. Coupled with the astonishing tearing force of Crimson flash, the slash cut through even the Straw Man's hard claws.
This strike integrated Armament Haki, Blue, Dismantle, swordsmanship, and martial arts, covering most of Renji's skills. Coupled with the bonus from Innate Fighter, its power through the charts.
Even Hawkins' Straw Man form was as fragile as paper.
"This... how is this possible?!"
Under Hawkins' disbelieving gaze, the slash cut him in half at the waist.
Crack!
The giant Straw Man's body separated into upper and lower halves, and Hawkins' crimson eyes rapidly dimmed. He never understood, even in death, why his divination went wrong, why he, who had no premonition of death, met his end today.
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for killing Basil Hawkins and earning 24,900 Bounty points!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for achieving the stage reward unlock condition: The End of The Worst Generation (3/11)!]
[Reward: Bounty Points +8000]
[Bounty Points: 44,100]
Instant riches!
Renji retrieved Kurai into the system space. As he looked at the overflowing bounty points, he slightly smiled. His persistence and effort finally received a huge payoff today.
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for injecting 10,000 Bounty Points! Innate Fighter has been upgraded to Lv. 3!]
"So, how should the remaining 34,100 points be allocated?"
With the buff of Innate Fighter, it's best to upgrade everything to Lv. 3 first to maximize combat power.
With this thought, Renji no longer hesitated.
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for injecting 13,000 Bounty Points! Dismantle has been upgraded to Lv. 3!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the ahost for injecting 13,000 Bounty Points! Cursed Technique Lapse: Blue has been upgraded to Lv. 3!]
Watching his newly abundant balance recede like a tide, Renji couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache, but there was no other way. He had to bite the bullet and continue adding points.
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for injecting 3,000 Bounty Points! Swordsmanship has been upgraded to Lv. 3!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for injecting 1,500 Bounty Points! Martial Arts has been upgraded to Lv. 2!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for injecting 1,500 Bounty Points! Armament Haki has been upgraded to Lv. 2!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for injecting 1,500 Bounty Points! One-Sword Style: Crimson Flash has been upgraded to Lv. 2!]
At this point, after Renji's unremitting efforts, only 600 bounty points remained.
It's gone so fast.
Renji looked at his empty balance and couldn't help but feel a headache.
He still had so many skills he hadn't had time to add points to, it still wasn't enough. He needed to earn more bounty points.
"Boss! Are you alright?!"
As the dust gradually dispersed, Miguel, unable to find Renji, shouted loudly.
Upon seeing Renji standing in the ruins and Hawkins' body severed in two at his feet, Miguel fell silent.
...
Mary Geoise.
Sengoku stood by the window, gazing at the sea with a solemn expression.
"The recent troubles are getting more and more bothersome. Why does it have to be at this critical juncture? According to the intelligence, at least eight Supernovas have gathered in Shambles. These damned pirates!"
"So many guys with bounties over 100 million suddenly appearing, now is not a good time to pull forces to deal with these bastards. I hope Borsalino can bring some good news. Otherwise, the pressure will be too great."
"Damn Whitebeard!"
As the news of Ace's execution was just revealed to the world, the Marine had already begun frantically calling for and mobilizing troops, and the Seven Warlords of the Sea were also summoned.
...
Sabaody Archipelago Port.
Bang!
With a cannon blast, a tall figure with yellow stripes landed safely, stepping on a cannonball amidst a fierce explosion of fire.
"Hello."
"Oh, how strange."
Borsalino dragged out his long tone, constantly calling a Den Den Mushi that received no answer. Pirates who witnessed this scene fled in panic.
"Run! An Admiral is here!"
...
At this time on Sabaody Archipelago, Straw Hats had successfully escaped from the auction and had reached an agreement with Rayleigh, preparing to safely hide on Sabaody Archipelago for three days before setting sail for the New World.
However, a massive steel body blocked their path.
Looking at the familiar figure, all of the Straw Hat crew, except for Luffy, showed expressions of fear, adopting fighting stances as if facing a formidable enemy.
Seeing Luffy still trying to move forward, Sanji quickly stopped him. "Hey, Luffy! Wait a minute!"
Luffy looked puzzled and asked, "What's wrong, Sanji? Do you guys know this guy?"
Robin explained, a drop of cold sweat unconsciously sliding down her forehead, "There's no mistake, he is one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, known as the Tyrant... Bartholomew Kuma!"
They clearly didn't know that the Tyrant Kuma in front of them was merely a Pacifista created by the World Government, whose combat power was far less than a fraction of the original's. But even the first-generation Pacifista was still a formidable opponent for the current Straw Hat.
After a bitter struggle with everyone fighting together, the three strongest members of the Straw Hat finally found an opportunity.
"Zoro, Sanji!" Luffy shouted.
Diable Jambe, Flambage Shot!
Sanji charged first, his scorching leg heavily striking the Pacifista's head.
Zoro seized the opportunity to prepare his technique.
Demon Aura Kyutoryū, Asura!
The violent slash landed on the Pacifista, nearly severing its left shoulder, and then Luffy leaped into the air.
Gear Third, Gomu Gomu no Gigant Pistol!
Bang!
Under the combined attack of the three main forces, Pacifista PX4 finally broke down.
"Phew... Is everyone alright?" Luffy asked breathlessly.
The recent battle had exhausted most of his strength. However, the next second, he saw everyone staring blankly behind him.
"What's wrong?"
Just as Luffy was filled with confusion, the black-haired, blue-eyed youth spoke softly, "Yo, nice to meet you."
"Luffy, watch out!"
As everyone shouted in unison, Luffy suddenly turned his head, only to see a fist rapidly enlarging in his vision. Black sparks and azure light alternated.
Boom!
Luffy's head was slammed into the ground by Renji's punch. The splashing rocks shot out with undiminished force, piercing into the tree trunk.
All members of the Straw Hat looked at Renji, their eyes flickering, but they all had one thought in their minds:
This suddenly appearing Marine... is very strong!