Kuzan could feel the immense vitality, akin to a blazing furnace, within Rorcsach's body, and couldn't help but nod in admiration.
"It's no wonder that the power of the mythical Zoan fruit grants such incredible vitality."
Rorcsach smiled upon hearing this, then seemed to remember something and looked at Kuzan.
"Uncle Kuzan, you mentioned a few days ago that with my current physical condition, I only need more training to master the basic fundamentals of Armament and Observation Haki, right?
"Why then, after seven days of training, haven't I felt either of these powers? Also, the core strength of the Kirin ability still seems to be only enhancing the body."
"Controlling the elements of wind and thunder—I can barely manage the airflow around my body, and I can't even fly. As for the power of thunder, it's much harder to control."
As he said this, Rorcsach transformed once again into his blue Kirin form, becoming a beast over five meters tall. With his large hand, the air began to swirl rapidly, creating the sound of wind across the deck.
At the same time, small white electric currents appeared on the surface of the shiny blue scales, producing a crackling sound.
Hearing his question, Drake and Law put down their fishing rods and approached, looking expectantly at Kuzan.
It's rare to get direct guidance from an admiral, so how could they not take advantage of the opportunity?
They heard footsteps coming from the back door, and it was Kujaku carrying some iced drinks, smiling as she came out.
"Want some juice?"
"Thank you."
Rorcsach smiled and took a glass, which was very small compared to his hand, then continued to look at Kuzan expectantly.
"Ah, I'm really not good at teaching others."
Kuzan felt a bit embarrassed as everyone gathered around him, scratching his head.
Then he looked at Rorcsach's massive body, touched his chin, and thought for a moment before speaking.
"Rorcsach, try unleashing your strongest attack in your current state. Let me see how powerful you are."
"Unleash my strongest attack?"
Rorcsach was slightly surprised, then glanced at Drake and Law.
When they saw his gaze, the two of them quickly turned their heads away, giving him their backs.
"Um, I'll do it then. Come to the sea's surface; don't damage the ship."
Kuzan sipped his juice, handed the glass back to Kujaku, then suddenly disappeared and reappeared above the sea.
As soon as his feet touched the water, the surface began to freeze rapidly.
The ice extended, turning into an irregular piece of ice with a diameter of fifty meters.
Kuzan controlled the cold emanating from him, not allowing the ice to spread too far.
"Come, attack me with all your might."
Kuzan waved his hand at Rorcsach.
"So, please, guide me."
Rorcsach's eyes sparkled as his massive body moved with the speed of wind, exiting the submarine, and in mid-air, he spun his right foot in a cutting motion and kicked it out forcefully!
"Rankyaku! Air Slice!"
Shoo! A ten-meter-long air slash cut through the sky, slicing through the air, heading straight for Kuzan.
Kuzan didn't move, allowing the massive air slash to pierce through his chest.
Tink! His chest cracked, revealing a layer of ice within.
Boom! The air exploded, and Rorcsach approached, his right hand covered in blue scales, which swelled and turned into a Kirin's claw, slashing fiercely at Kuzan's head.
Faced with this powerful strike, Kuzan's movement was similar to Doflamingo's—he raised his right hand.
Invisible Armament Haki flowed, forming an unseen shield on his arm.
Boom! Kuzan blocked Rorcsach's right kick with his hand.
He remained standing without moving.
But the ice beneath him receded tens of meters due to the strong impact.
Seeing this, Rorcsach felt frustrated.
The gap is too large.
"Is this the level of an admiral? Kuzan's body doesn't even seem that strong."
Rorcsach gritted his teeth, and his already massive body swelled further, his muscles tensed like dragons, and his energy surged immensely.
"Life Return!"
Boom! He kicked his right leg at Kuzan's chest with such force that the area shook for a moment.
Rorcsach's foot struck Kuzan's chest, and finally, Kuzan's body lifted off the ground.
Rorcsach retracted his right hand and delivered another powerful punch, causing ripples in the air.
"Iron Fist!"
His massive fist turned into a shadow, striking Kuzan's unprepared body, sending him flying tens of meters into the distant sea.
But no one screamed, knowing that Kuzan's power ensures he wouldn't lose strength even when falling into the sea.
Cold white mist rose, and a new ice platform appeared under Kuzan's feet.
As soon as he stood up, he saw Rorcsach, who had swelled even further, rushing toward him, his air slices even larger.
"I think I know why your Armament Haki hasn't awakened yet..."
Kuzan pointed with one finger, releasing an ice spear that sliced Rorcsach's air attack in half, causing it to fall into the sea in two half-circle arcs, splashing water everywhere.
Rorcsach returned to his human form, landing on the ice, and looked at Kuzan curiously.
"What is the reason?"
"Your physical strength is now so immense that it surpasses most adult giants."
Kuzan pointed at Rorcsach, "Many marine captains aren't as physically strong as you are, and even if they use Armament Haki, they may not withstand your physical power after transformation."
"Not to mention that your attacks have an electric shock effect."
"The reason your Armament Haki hasn't awakened yet, I believe, is..."
A strange expression appeared on his face as he scratched his head, as if unsure, "Your body's potential still has much room to grow; you haven't yet reached the limits of your physical prowess. Awakening Armament Haki requires a certain level of power saturation."
"Perhaps, once you have fully adapted to the mythical Zoan ability, you'll reach that first barrier, and Armament Haki will awaken naturally without the need for training."
"Armament Haki is a power that exists in every body, but its quality varies after awakening. Many people train their whole lives in Armament Haki and only reach the same level of strength that some powerful individuals have at their first awakening. So, there's no need to rush."
"As for the Kirin's ability to control the elements of wind and thunder."
Kuzan looked at Rorcsach and shook his head, "Your use of Life Return is too simple and violent. You're still limited to the level of boosting brute strength."
"The so-called Life Return means the ability to control every part of your body comprehensively. Precise control of your strength, accelerating the absorption of food, and preparing to store large amounts of energy."
"You have this ability naturally; you should think carefully about the changes that occurred in your body after eating the fruit, instead of just focusing on training your body. Try to feel the elements of wind and thunder within you, let your body adapt to them, and eventually, you'll be able to control them with ease."
"As for Observation Haki, it seems you're on the verge of reaching it; you just need to push through that final barrier..."
Kuzan hadn't finished speaking when they heard the sound of strong bombardment coming from the distant sea.
Then they saw two black cannonballs heading toward the submarine they were on.
(End of Chapter)
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