Chapter 137: The Pinnacle of Swordsmanship

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Above the port of Kuri in Wano Country!

Flying is an ability Ian naturally possesses, and techniques like Moonwalk that allow for aerial maneuvering also exist!

At some point, Shanks' hand had already rested on the sword at his waist, gripping the hilt. The atmosphere in the area suddenly tensed!

A chilling sword intent soared into the sky, splitting a passing white cloud in two. A heavy aura spread out as dark clouds began to gather, forming a thick layer in the sky!

Sensing Shanks' sword intent, Ian's eyes flickered slightly. He gently drew the Zanpakuto at his waist, which began to hum continuously!

A sharp momentum surged upward, causing a terrible tsunami on the sea below. Centered around the two of them, it spread in all directions!

Seeing the sword in Ian's hand, Shanks' eyes brightened. Although he had heard about it from Mihawk, this was his first time seeing it. To the naked eye, it appeared Normal.

But upon careful observation using Observation Haki, he sensed that the sword contained a terrible energy, like an abyss!

Once unleashed, the world would inevitably crumble!

"Good Sword. Unlike Mihawk's sharpness or the Captain dominance, this sword is like an abyss!"

Among the Red Hair Pirates, there were other swordsmen. Observing Ian and Shanks, they sensed the extraordinary nature of Ian's Zanpakuto and showed traces of amazement.

A swordsman from the Red Hair Pirates, eyes flashing, slowly spoke in a deep voice, "Although his swordsmanship is slightly lower than the Captain, his strength is incredibly formidable!"

Hearing this, those present breathed a slight sigh of relief. Knowing that Ian's swordsmanship was a level below Shanks', they felt that Shanks had a better chance of winning. After all, even if a child holds a gun, he can't defeat an unarmed adult if he doesn't know how to use it!

At this moment, not only were the officers of the Red Hair Pirates attentive, but even the Whitebeard Pirates who had retreated far away were alarmed!

"Gurararara... Will Shanks continue to hold his position among the Four Emperors, or will our Black-Winged Devil friend extend his Undefeated Legend by defeating a third Emperor?!" Whitebeard laughed heartily.

"What terrible young men. If only I could fly and weren't so heavily injured!"

"I really wish I could watch closely!"

At this moment, high above the sea!

Clearing his mind instantly, Shanks took a deep breath. A dominating aura rose from him. Gripping his sword Gryphon tightly, he swung it toward Ian from a distance!

With one slash, the sword energy surged, carving a deep ravine into the sea in an instant. The sword energy, swept horizontally toward Ian!

Mihawk's swordsmanship was straightforward and pure, without unnecessary flourishes, great skill appearing simple. If Mihawk's sword was pure slashing, then Shanks' sword was all about momentum!

An emperor's sword overwhelms with force!

"What a Dominating Aura... As expected of you; even the Busoshoku Haki infused in his sword energy is astonishing!" Ian couldn't help but praise inwardly.

Seeing the Crimson Sword Energy Gryphon roaring toward him, Ian showed no fear.

He slowly raised his Zanpakuto. The Sword Energy Gryphon collided directly with the blade, producing a clear metallic clang.

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