vncnus Chapter 10 Monster Rookie? A Stunning Fist Technique with One Punch!
Chapter 10 Monster Rookie? A Stunning Fist Technique with One Punch!
Chen Ye continued to feel the power he had just gained, an unprecedented power, which flowed slowly through his limbs and bones.
The solidity and weight brought by Armament Haki.
The ethereal and keen senses brought by Observation Haki.
He slowly clenched his fist, and his knuckles cracked with a series of crisp popping sounds.
The confidence stemming from his sudden surge in power caused a complete transformation in his demeanor.
If Chen Ye before was a weakling who fawned over others and disguised himself as a harmless pet just to survive, then...
Now, standing on this deck, his spine straight, his eyes no longer darting away, his deep-seated ambition and sharpness could no longer be concealed.
"Oh?"
A voice, tinged with a hint of laziness and curiosity, came from not far away.
Chen Ye looked in the direction of the sound and saw a tall man with two peculiar curly mustaches, wearing a captain's coat, looking at him with great interest.
Captain of the Fifth Division, "Flower Sword" Vista.
One of the world's top swordsmen.
Vista's senses were incredibly sharp; he noticed the distinctly different "scent" emanating from Chen Ye almost immediately.
"Kid, you seem a little different."
A playful smile played on his lips as he slowly walked over.
The surrounding crew members also cast curious glances their way.
"Yeah?"
Chen Ye grinned, revealing a set of white teeth.
He knew that hiding was futile; on this ship teeming with monsters, any disguise would seem ridiculous.
He needs an opportunity.
An opportunity to prove my strength to everyone, especially to those core captains!
Only in this way can he truly integrate into the group, have more say in the upcoming Marineford War, and get closer to... increase the resolution!
Vista looked Chen Ye up and down, his eyes, belonging to a great swordsman, seemed to be able to see through people's hearts.
"Talking without doing is meaningless."
Vista smiled and beckoned to Chen Ye with his finger.
"How about it, new little brother? Do you have the guts to spar with your older brother?"
Don't worry, I'll be very careful.
I'll only use 30% of my strength!
As soon as he finished speaking, the surrounding pirates burst into good-natured laughter.
"Hey, Captain Vista, this is way too much!"
"Hahaha, this kid's skin is too delicate, he's not even worth a single sword strike from you!"
"Kid, run! Don't let him fool you!"
In their view, this was a complete joke with a huge disparity in strength.
However, to everyone's surprise, it happened.
Faced with the invitation from the world's top swordsman, Chen Ye showed no fear or hesitation.
He took a step forward, meeting Vista's gaze.
"OK."
Chen Ye's voice was clear and loud.
"It is my honor to receive guidance from Captain Vista."
The laughter on the deck abruptly stopped.
Everyone was stunned.
Looking at Chen Ye's young yet earnest face, they were momentarily unsure whether this kid was just fearless or truly unafraid of death.
The admiration in Vista's eyes deepened.
"You've got guts!"
He laughed loudly and drew the two swords from his back with a backhand motion.
"Come on, let me see just how good this precious son Dad has just gotten!"
The crew members wisely and quickly moved back, clearing a large area in the center of the deck.
Marco and Joz also stopped talking and turned their gazes toward them from a distance, their expressions filled with curiosity.
In the field.
With his twin swords in hand, Vista's aura instantly changed. The chilling aura of a top-tier swordsman made the surrounding air instantly turn icy cold.
He did not attack immediately, but gave Chen Ye enough time to prepare.
Chen Ye took a deep breath and slowly closed his eyes.
[Observation Haki...activated!]
hum!
In an instant, the whole world became completely different in his perception.
The figure, breathing, heartbeat, and even the slightest tremor of Vista's muscles transformed into countless streams of information, flowing into his mind with unparalleled clarity.
He could even "see" the trajectory of Vista's sword as it was about to stab him in the left shoulder!
"It's coming!"
With a low shout, Vista vanished from his spot in an instant!
fast!
Extremely fast!
To the surrounding crew, all they could see was a blurry afterimage and a silver streak tearing through the air, hurtling straight toward Chen Ye's face!
"it's over."
Someone murmured unconsciously.
However, just a fraction of a second before the sword tip touched Chen Ye's nose!
Chen Ye moved.
His head tilted back at an impossible angle, and his body slid to the side as if it had no bones.
Swish!
The sharp blade, with a stray strand of black hair, narrowly grazed his cheek!
The attack missed its target!
"Um?"
A hint of surprise flashed in Vista's eyes, but he didn't stop. With a flick of his wrist, the blade slashed horizontally, drawing a beautiful arc, aiming straight for Chen Ye's waist and abdomen!
Fast! Accurate! Ruthless!
But Chen Ye was faster than him!
As if he had eyes in the back of his head, he didn't even look back. He simply raised his knee at just the right moment, lightly touched the deck with his toes, and floated half a meter backward.
Once again, I dodged it perfectly!
"What?!"
This caused not only Vista to gasp in surprise, but also the crew members watching.
If the first time was luck, then the second time could never be a coincidence!
"You've got some skills!"
Vista's expression turned slightly serious. He no longer held back, and the two swords in his hands transformed into a sky full of sword shadows, completely enveloping Chen Ye like a storm. The sword light intertwined into a net, blocking all the space where Chen Ye could dodge!
"Floral Sword - Rose Dance!"
Despite the dazzling attacks, Chen Ye kept his eyes closed.
In the world of Observation Haki, the trajectory of every sword light is clearly visible.
Sideways movement, squatting, leaning back, twisting...
His every movement was extremely simple.
Yet, at the very last moment when the blade is about to injure him, he always manages to narrowly avoid all attacks with the smallest possible angle and the most unbelievable force.
The more Vista played, the more alarmed he became!
This feeling is so eerie!
It was as if all of his attack intentions had been anticipated by the other party!
No matter how he changed his moves or increased his speed, his opponent could always react half a step ahead, causing all his attacks to miss their mark. The feeling of having power but nowhere to use it made him so frustrated that he almost vomited blood!
"This kid... does he know Observation Haki?"
An absurd thought flashed through Vista's mind.
Vista continued his relentless attacks, further pressuring Chenye's defenses.
It's now!
Chen Ye, who had been keeping his eyes closed, suddenly opened them!
An unprecedented brilliance burst forth from those pitch-black pupils!
He seized the opportunity when Vista's thrust was exhausted, and his figure froze for a fraction of a second, and stopped dodging!
[Armament Haki!]
Instead of retreating, Chen Ye advanced, stomping his right leg heavily on the deck, and charged towards Vista's sword like a cannonball!
His right fist was instantly covered by a layer of black, metallic substance!
"Break for me!"
A furious shout echoed across the deck!
Ignoring the sharp sword tip, Chen Ye gathered all his strength in his right fist and, with unstoppable momentum, slammed it straight into Vista's sword!
That punch!
Only pure power and domineering aura!
Vista's expression changed drastically. He tried to draw his sword to defend, but it was too late!
He could only watch helplessly as that pitch-black fist rapidly enlarged in his pupils!
next second.
Fist and sword collided with a deafening roar!
clang!!!
A deafening clang of metal clashing rang out!
Followed by.
Click!
A visible white shockwave suddenly erupted from the point of impact!
Vista felt a terrifying force surging wildly along the sword. That force was incredibly domineering, as if it were not a fist, but a huge iron ball crashing head-on into him!
"Hmm!"
He let out a muffled groan, his tiger's mouth trembled violently, and the famous sword in his hand almost flew out!
The force of the impact sent him staggering backward!
Thump! Thump! Thump! Thump! Thump! Thump! Thump!
He left seven or eight heavy footprints on the deck before he could barely steady himself, his chest heaving with blood and qi.
The entire venue was deathly silent.
Everyone stared in disbelief at the scene before them, their minds blank.
What did they see?
That brat they always treated like a mascot actually... threw a punch!
With just one punch, he sent Vista, the captain of the Fifth Division and a world-class swordsman, flying back seven or eight steps, sword and all!
Vista looked down at the web of his right hand, which was still trembling slightly and tingling, then looked up at the figure in front of him slowly retracting his fist.
The horror on his face lingered for a long time.
"You little rascal..."
Bista's voice was dry and incredulous.
"...What a monster."