From Pirate to Revolutionary Mentor

Chapter 42 Armament Haki Release

Ignoring Hikoichiro's eagerness, Kevin gave him 200,000 Berries and then disappeared from the room.

Of course, before he left, a coordinate also appeared behind him, hidden from view.

The Dark Lord of Wano Country is important for overthrowing Mary Geoise in the future, but for now, if I go to Wano Country, I am not a match for Kaido.

In terms of combat strength, Kevin has always had a clear understanding of himself. He has only just begun to learn how to project Armament Haki, and he hasn't even scratched the surface of Observation Haki, let alone Conqueror's Haki.

Facing Kaido at this point would be a guaranteed defeat. As for Whitebeard, Kevin didn't actually consider dragging the Whitebeard Pirates into the Wano Country arc.

There were still three years to go, and the revolutionary army was rapidly expanding.

The will to revolution is like a seed that has been planted; once it takes root and sprouts, those with unwavering resolve will emerge like bamboo shoots after a spring rain.

Even if the Whitebeard Pirates could easily drive away Kaido, the final say would still be in the hands of the Revolutionary Army, the Whitebeard Pirates, or perhaps a combination of Whitebeard and Oden. That remains to be seen.

They firmly believed in the future twenty years from now, but Kevin was unwilling to wait. Or rather, after he came into the world, it was uncertain whether Luffy would still have that luck under the butterfly's wings.

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Marine Headquarters, Marineford.

As the sun rose, the shadow clone vanished, returning the peaceful memories of the night to Kevin.

As I came out of the restroom, my roommate, the swordsman named Shinichi, had just returned.

"With your laziness, I'm sure I'll be able to beat you and go to work in the New World before the youth training camp ends."

Kevin, who hadn't slept all night, yawned.

"Yes, yes, yes. The trash might just turn into dry trash. You can stay here then, and I'll go back to the West Sea to continue being my executioner."

This kind of verbal sparring has happened countless times in the past month.

They started fighting after just two sentences, and then this swordsman was completely overwhelmed by the two big shots. Later on, they would exchange a few words every day as a routine, but never actually lay a hand on each other.

As for reporting that he took action without authorization?

Kevin had no idea why this guy would never complain, no matter how badly he was beaten.

The morning training session focused on Observation Haki, and the venue was an indoor training area.

Almost every student has a small, square space that limits the maximum distance they can dodge.

Once the machine is turned on, arrows will be shot out without a target. The first time, one arrow will be shot out, the second time, two arrows will be shot out, and so on.

It's a very simple device, but it's also the most effective way to train students to get used to Observation Haki.

However, it is clear that some people whose mental fortitude has not yet reached the required standard will go in and come out with a lot of problems.

As for Kevin... this method of training Observation Haki is no longer useful to him. At this time, he, Duval, and Shinichi are receiving individual instruction from Zephyr.

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"You guys are arguably the worst class of all the elite classes I've ever taught!"

Zephyr looked at Duval through his sunglasses: "What? You're not convinced?"

"Nine years ago, in Borsalino and Sakazuki's generation, there were two monsters. They were Logia-type Devil Fruit users, and their Armament Haki and Observation Haki were both above standard."

"In the episode seven years ago, Kuzan was also recognized as a monster."

"And now... your whole group has been defeated by a branch major from the West Sea."

Kevin raised his hand and said in a low voice, "I'm a major now, Professor Zephyr."

Zephyr's sunglasses flashed: "What do you want to say? Tell me, how did you get this position as a major at headquarters?"

After retorting to Kevin with a hint of annoyance, Zephyr continued, "Someone whose Haki level barely reaches the standard can wipe you all out. Isn't that the weakest generation?"

"I've said before that Devil Fruit abilities are always just supplementary; Haki is the foundation of strength on this vast ocean. Orl will now provide a typical example. You've already been beaten up more than once, so you should understand that very well."

More than one meal.

These words made Dibaru and Shinichi secretly glance at Kevin. After their first group attack, they felt unconvinced and launched another attack the next day.

The result will be the same, of course. As for the process, it's better not to think about it; thinking about it too much will only bring tears.

At least now, Shinichi, who shares a dorm room with Shinichi, doesn't dare to lay a hand on him anymore. He still has a great use for this life, and it wouldn't be worth it to get beaten to death.

Next, Zephyr began to explain the process of releasing Armament Haki, demonstrating it multiple times without holding back.

But in Kevin's eyes, Zephyr's Armament Haki had already fallen short of the Admiral level.

Although he can still use the technique of Ryuo, or as some call it, Sora Dokyou, his mental and physical strength has deteriorated, and he has fundamentally regressed.

Only in this way can we explain why he had his arm cut off by Weevil fourteen years later.

Twenty-three years later, upon learning that Weevil had been recruited as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, his inner beliefs and convictions crumbled further, making it possible for him to be defeated by Luffy.

……

Time passed quickly, and the constant attempts to unleash the remaining domineering energy from his arms greatly depleted his stamina.

Sensing the heat flowing within the body, one perceives the power of domineering energy. Unleashing this energy from the fist, causing damage without physical contact, is the essence of Ryuo.

The principles and methods are simple to explain, but domineering power comes from willpower, and both perception and control require a certain firmness.

Duval was clearly inferior, while Shinichi's blade showed some obvious changes.

This scene caught Kevin's attention. What kind of story did this guy from the North Sea carry?

All told, Zephyr only spent a little over a week explaining how to use Armament Haki.

Shinichi clearly noticed Kevin's gaze, turned around, and said smugly, "I will definitely stay, and I will definitely go to the New World. How could a lazy guy like you know my determination!"

Kevin pursed his lips.

He turned around, his right arm gleaming with a black sheen, and then threw a punch that stopped two centimeters in front of the giant rock.

"boom!"

With a loud bang, the rocks exploded from behind.

I was completely dumbfounded. Was this done on purpose? Did this guy already know this all along?

Dibaru, standing to the side, was also bewildered; he was currently at a loss. If this didn't work, he would have to go back and continue training his physique.

"So it doesn't matter whether it's dry waste or wet waste, you can dispose of it however you want."

Kevin continued his sarcasm: "If this is what you call perseverance, then it's probably a joke."

As soon as he finished speaking, Shinichi's body trembled.

But in the end, he let out a breath, turned back to continue his training, and tried to find the feeling he had just had with every swing.

……

The day ended quickly, and Kevin wasn't planning on getting any rest for the night.

I think I'll be able to find one of the locations Tezzolo gave me last night.

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I'm begging you to read this! I'm begging you to read this! Thank you so much, everyone!

(End of this chapter)