From Pirate to Revolutionary Mentor

Chapter 35 A Massive Attack

"How did a major from the West Sea branch manage to master such a level of Observation Haki and Armament Haki?"

"Tch! Don't forget this kid's a CP dog. His master needs to throw him a couple of bones to make him bite harder, right?"

"Who's next?"

"Apart from those few who want to compete for the title of monster, no one can be his match, although I hate to admit it."

……

Whispers arose in small circles, and the recent defeat of the Paramecia-type Devil Fruit user Duval left these newcomers, who had just entered the headquarters, somewhat uncertain.

This includes some of the top players in the youth academy who were previously recognized as the best. They were able to detect Kevin's attack using Observation Haki, then cover their arms with Armament Haki to catch the attack, and finally defeat their opponent with a knee strike.

However, they hesitated about the extent of his Observation Haki and Armament Haki, since the arrogant brat had displayed power too easily.

"Oh? You were all shouting for battle just now, why have you stopped?"

Kevin's playful expression gradually faded, and his gaze sharpened slightly as he said, "If that's the case, I think I can take back what I just said. Because trash is trash because of its inherent limitations. You... aren't even as good as trash."

"Whoosh!"

A slash flew in.

But the next moment Kevin dodged to the side and threw a punch.

"boom!"

The clash of Armament Haki created a massive shockwave that kicked up dust in all directions.

A long sword blocked the punch, capable of unleashing a flying slash. The Armament Haki wrapped around its blade was enough to cut through steel.

"Power gained by betraying those who have shown you kindness is nothing but shame. Kevin, is your will truly firm?"

As soon as he finished speaking, he slashed horizontally with his long sword.

The hand covered in Armament Haki slapped it back, but the opponent's One-Sword Style was relentless, each strike carrying immense force.

Soon, the newlyweds who had initially surrounded the area gradually dispersed, and the central area became the arena for the duel between the two.

"Bang!"

"It's true that the Navy belongs to the World Government, and it's true that we should all obey orders! But you and I, from birth until now, were once helpless beings inside the womb!"

"Bang!"

The long sword swept across, its blade shimmering with black light.

"I've heard that even pirates sometimes repay a debt of gratitude, but you're worse than a pirate. This is not the kind of justice I believe in!"

"Bang!"

"Whoosh..."

The black longsword collided with the black arm, and a gust of air was pushed outward.

The blow left Kevin with a cut on his arm.

Those who wield a sword value their inner spirit and will above all else. They can cut through steel, and they cannot cut through a thin sheet of paper.

A glint flashed in Kevin's eyes, but he didn't seem to care about the barely broken wound on his arm.

What he really cared about was whether, as he had predicted, there were many in the Navy who were dissatisfied with the World Government.

The power of dominance can plummet after one's original convictions are shattered, but it can also be regained once confidence is rekindled.

Crocodile was like this, and so was Gecko Moria after he lost to Kaido in Wano Country.

The young swordsman before him was clearly the justice he sought to see.

A flash of light, and the black blade retreated.

After the fierce attack, his stamina was already starting to wane.

The attack that broke through the opponent's defense was clearly not a skill he had already mastered, but a new power he had just experienced.

Meanwhile, those watching from a distance also noticed this scene.

For the trainees in the youth academy, breaking through their defenses meant that Kevin was not invincible to them.

But Zephyr, who had been watching all this, now understood Kevin's intention.

"His defenses are broken. It seems this kid's domineering aura hasn't reached its peak yet. If we take them down one by one, winning shouldn't be a problem."

As soon as the major finished speaking, Zefa glanced at him.

"You consider this a win?"

Zephyr frowned and said, "Everyone else in this round has just won against these brats. Do you think the title of 'monster' will be pinned on him?"

The major was stunned for a moment, then quickly realized what was happening.

But if that's the case, why would the teacher...?

Zefa ignored him and focused his attention back on the duel in the center.

He used himself as a focal point to make all the righteous and principled trainees in the entire youth training camp his enemy, and then simply used Armament Haki to delay them while making sarcastic remarks.

So this kid really just wanted to help selflessly?

Shinichi had already mastered Haki, but just now he even displayed a slight external technique. This kind of technique is key to breaking through the defenses of those great pirates.

From this perspective, the term "lackey" seems somewhat absurd.

……

At this point, the focus of the duel had shifted to a completely different scene.

Kevin, who had been leisurely colliding with Shinichi each time, now completely avoided the attack.

Whether it was a slash or a one-sword style technique, all of them missed and failed to hit.

At the last moment, Kevin actually appeared directly behind Shinichi.

"The powerful beings on this sea require more than just Armament Haki; Observation Haki is equally important. Otherwise, even if you can break through my skin, what then?"

Along with the sound, a large, whistling tortoise also arrived.

"Bang!"

Like a rolling gourd, Shinichi, still gripping his long sword tightly, was sent flying and rendered immobile.

Kevin shook his hand and turned to look at the rookies in the youth training camp: "This one was not bad, at least he knew to use Armament Haki at the last moment to reduce the damage. But if this is all you guys are at, I don't think it would matter if you all attacked together."

These words stirred up a hornet's nest, and in the ensuing uproar, even those who had been hesitant about whether they could win were swept up in the fray.

"That bastard is too arrogant!"

"Take him down, or we'll become the laughingstock of the entire headquarters this season!"

"Saying something like that makes us a laughing stock if we don't fight!"

"Then let's all go together and teach him a lesson he won't forget!"

"Surround him with those who can use Iron Body and Armament Haki, and kill him with swords!"

……

"Bang."

With his hand gripping the blade, Kevin kicked the guy behind him away.

"This level is far inferior to that guy's."

With a single hand, the standard longsword shattered, and with a backhand slap, a large scabbard was sent flying.

At that moment, a hand touched Kevin in the chaos.

"Get ready to be defeated and beaten, you lackey!"