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Chapter 104 Wano Country Samurai in the Arena? (Please Subscribe)

During these few days adrift at sea, Kitahara Tsune's recent actions have finally received feedback from the system.

However, this time, only two white entries appeared.

The first entry is titled "Ancient Race (White)".

[Ancient Race (White)]: You may carry the bloodline of an ancient race. Your physical recovery ability and strength are enhanced.

The fact that this entry appears indicates that Kitahara Tsune's attempts to deceive Jack and Jhin have achieved initial success.

Now, most of the officers in the Beasts Pirates probably know that there is a Rear Admiral named Kitahara Tsune, who is likely not human, but comes from an ancient race from 800 years ago.

The second entry is titled "Flame Resistance (White)".

[Flame Resistance (White)]: Your body is exceptionally resistant to high temperatures. The heat and fire damage you suffer will be reduced, and your recovery speed will be slightly increased when fire damages you.

The appearance of this entry surprised Kitahara Tsuneo.

"Could it be that I wasn't burned by Jhin's flames during our fight?"

Kitahara Tsune scratched his head, unable to understand why this entry would appear.

Although he wasn't actually burned, the fact that this entry was generated suggests that Jhin must have singled this out and mentioned it to someone else.

Since the Punk Hazard incident has not yet spread widely, only these two white entries have been generated for now.

If the Navy promotes this matter further, other related terms may be improved, or some new terms may be generated.

However, Kitahara Tsuneo is not currently at the Navy Headquarters and cannot push things along; he can only let nature take its course.

Furthermore, although the other entries remained unchanged, Kitahara Tsune could clearly sense that the elusive level of cognition had indeed increased, and the power of Conqueror's Haki had also slightly increased.

The small boat docked at the port of Dressrosa, and Kitahara Tsuneo and Dori disembarked.

This time, he did not wear the cloak that symbolized the navy.

After all, they're on vacation right now.

However, the striking white suit and keywords like "celebrity" and "nourishment" instantly made him the center of attention at the port.

The focus.

"Wow, he's so handsome!"

"My husband! My husband! Don't take him!"

"This guy is quite strong."

The sounds of praise and discussion at the port immediately surrounded Kitahara Tsune.

Kitahara Tsune's lips twitched twice, and he quickly left the port with Dori, plunging into the city of Dressrosa.

As a renowned travel destination in the first half of the New World, Dressrosa's urban area is exceptionally lively.

Hot dancers performed freely on the street, their alluring dance moves and graceful figures captivating the surrounding tourists.

Every few steps down the street, there's a brand new pub.

However, this country is most famous for its martial arts competitions and performances called the "Bullfighting Arena" and the upcoming World Swimming Championships.

For the first time, Kitahara Tsuneo is troubled by his own overwhelming charm.

This country is just too warm, both the men and women are.

Kitahara Tsune's inherent charm drew the bold and generous men into the tavern without a word, ready to enjoy a good drink.

When the women saw Kitahara Tsune, they smiled and asked him if he had a partner, or simply took out a bouquet of flowers and gave it to him.

So, after experiencing this several times, Kitahara Tsuneo started wearing sunglasses properly.

Not only was he unable to bear such enthusiastic hospitality, but also because he had recently defeated two of the Beasts Pirates' executives, so it was better for him to keep a low profile now.

Of course, no matter how handsome he is, he can't compare to even a fraction of the charm of our readers.

Even though I was just wearing sunglasses, it was still quite difficult for others not to recognize me.

But isn't that how Superman is? Once he puts on glasses, nobody recognizes him.

"Dolly, go and find out exactly when the World Swimming Championships start."

"I'll go look around for a suitable hotel."

Kitahara Tsune instructed Dori, "If there's still some time before it starts, we can stay here for a while."

"Yes, sir."

Dori was about to give a military salute, but remembering Kitahara Tsune's instructions to him to disguise himself as a tourist, he restrained the urge to salute and simply nodded.

Upon learning that there was still a month until the "World Swimming Championships," Kitahara Tsuneo decided to stay in this place.

His residence was relatively close to the famous bullfighting arena, just a ten-minute walk away.

Of course, the rent is also ridiculously expensive.

Even Rear Admiral Kitahara Tsuneo felt a pang of sympathy for those Beli.

Fortunately, the hotel's service and environment were worth the price.

On this day, as Kitahara Tsune was practicing swordsmanship on the street as usual, a man carrying a long sword on his back, with his upper body exposed,

A man with muscular build walked towards Kitahara Tsutomu.

Kitahara Tsuneo now practices swordsmanship not to attract attention, but because it has become a habit day after day.

Moreover, he possesses the talent of "heaven rewards diligence," allowing him to improve with each practice session.

Although those around him did not know Kitahara Tsune's full name, they still respected and were very interested in his self-discipline.

The man scrutinized Kitahara Tsune's every move, his eyes filled with approval, and asked, "Your swordsmanship is so amazing, why don't you go to the arena and give it a try?"

"Oh?"

Kitahara Tsune was somewhat surprised.

He knew that Dressrosa had an arena before Doflamingo's rule, but he still thought it was like the Colosseum in ancient Rome, where people fought against wild beasts.

He was also a little puzzled as to why such a cruel arena would become a famous tourist attraction here.

He told the swordsman about his doubts.

The other person was clearly a local, and he laughed and said, "Outsiders who come to Dressrosa for the first time all have this kind of thought."

"However, apart from some criminals with minor offenses, the arena is mostly filled with swordsmen."

"The arena is where swordsmen spar with each other."

"Moreover, those prisoners didn't commit any serious crimes; most of them were charged with excessive self-defense or something similar."

"As long as they can achieve outstanding results in the arena, they will be released and may even receive praise from everyone."

As he spoke, a look of longing appeared in his eyes: "There was even a prisoner who achieved an incredible winning streak and eventually married His Majesty the King's daughter."

Kitahara Tsune raised an eyebrow upon hearing this.

Isn't that Cyrus?

If he remembered correctly, Cyrus spent several years winning three thousand consecutive matches and eventually defeated the king.

He then married the king's daughter, making him a true winner in life.

Now that Doflamingo has been defeated by Kitahara Tō, Dressrosa will not be invaded by Doflamingo.

Moreover, Dressrosa is now a powerful nation, a member state of the World Government, and has no fear of being harassed by ordinary pirates.

"Shall we hone our swordsmanship in the arena?"

Kitahara Tsune stroked his chin and thought for a while. It was indeed a good place to go. Not only could he hone his swordsmanship, but he could also improve his cognitive abilities.

Seeing that Kitahara Tsune was beginning to seriously consider the matter, the swordsman smiled and said, "To possess such exquisite swordsmanship and not let us witness it would be a waste, wouldn't it?"

"If you were to enter the arena now, you might even encounter samurai from Wano Country."

"A samurai from Wano Country?"

Kitahara Tsune sheathed his practice wooden sword and asked the swordsman in a surprised tone, "I heard that Wano Country was already closed off from the world, so why are there still samurai out here?"

"Oh, I don't know the specifics, but from what he said, it seems he came out of Wano Country a long time ago."

The swordsman said, "I have seen him draw his sword; his swordsmanship is almost on par with yours."

Kitahara Tsune was now completely intrigued.

Keep in mind that his current swordsmanship attribute is the blue attribute of "Swordsmanship Pinnacle".

Moreover, this attribute is merely a skill accessory and does not represent his actual strength.

His swordsmanship, enhanced by numerous attributes, has long since reached the level of a master swordsman of the sea.

However, the swordsman said that the samurai from Wano Country was no less skilled in swordsmanship than he was now.

That would be interesting.

It wasn't that Kitahara Tsune was exaggerating his swordsmanship, but as far as he knew, the only people in Wano Country with superb swordsmanship were basically the Nine Red Scabbards and the Shimotsuki family.

Now, the ones who have come to Dressrosa should be the Shimotsuki family, who went overseas decades ago.

Who could it be? Shimotsuki Kozaburo, or Shimotsuki Koshiro?

"You saw him with your own eyes?"

"Of course I've seen him, I've even sparred with him on the sword."

The swordsman, now brimming with enthusiasm, continued, "I had already defeated several swordsmen in succession before I encountered him. He looked very refined, like a novice who had only recently picked up a sword."

"But because I had exhausted myself in defeating the previous swordsmen, after fighting him for dozens of moves, I was caught off guard and had my weapon knocked from my hand."

"What a pity."

The swordsman sighed and shook his head, continuing, "If I were to fight him at my peak, the outcome would be uncertain."

Kitahara Tsune's lips twitched.

It was obvious that the man in front of him was bragging.

In a duel between swordsmen, if the opponent knocks the sword out of the opponent's hand, then the difference in strength is already on a completely different level.

However, this also indirectly demonstrates that the samurai's swordsmanship was indeed extremely superb.

"So? Interested?"

The swordsman looked at Kitahara Tsune, who was eager to try, and said.

"How exactly do I register?"

Kitahara Tsune had already made up his mind, and nodded to ask.

"Alright, sir, come with me, I'll show you how to register."

The swordsman laughed heartily and led Kitahara Tsune towards the bullfighting arena next door.