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The partner's pattern ensures that Nami, Nojiko and others can use the Zanpakutō that Ikki obtained from the system. It also ensures that when their strength increases, they can bring some rewards to Ikki.
As long as the other person is kind to Ikki and has the intention to let him help them, he can form a partnership with the seal. Ikki can then apply the seal to others through the system.
After being reminded by Tsuru, Ikki couldn't help but come up with the idea of engraving his partner's seal on Gion's body.
'With the seal of my partner, this woman can awaken quickly. We can let her leave the Explorer then.'
While Ikki was thinking, he took out the seal that allowed him to form partnerships and said to Tsuru and Gion:
"So, do you want me to apply it?"
After all, Gion was a Marine, not a single-minded partner like Ikki and his crew. Ikki felt that it would be a good choice to solve Gion's problem quickly and let her leave the Explorer.
Of course, if Gion could gain normal abilities after receiving the partner seal, it would bring some rewards to Ikki. He would still be happy to accept that.
Naturally, Ikki was also curious to see what kind of power a Marine Admiral candidate like Gion possessed.
Whether he was fighting Gion or Golden Lion Shiki, Ikki could feel the huge gap between himself and them. If he didn't rely on Zangetsu and his Demon Slayer Mark's ability to burn physical energy in short bursts, he would probably lose to Gion. In the battle with Golden Lion, he wouldn't be able to defeat him at all.
"I see. Please, Ikki, engrave this seal for me. I'd love to be your partner." Gion raised her head and looked at Ikki with bright eyes. She stood up with a charming smile and pulled down the towel wrapped around her chest, revealing a large area of snow-white skin. "Where do you think it would be more appropriate for this mark to be engraved?"
"Really? Then I welcome you to join us, Miss Gion, our temporary partner." Ikki smiled, raised his hand and carved the seal on the exposed area of Gion's chest.
Since she had indicated the location, Ikki naturally wouldn't mind where the engraving went.
On the side, Tsuru held her chin with one hand and looked at the seal on Gion's chest. For Tsuru, this was also an opportunity to learn more about Ikki's abilities, and she naturally had no intention of stopping him.
"You two continue chatting. I'll go out for a while and come back later." Ikki waved to Tsuru and Gion, then walked toward the door with a smile.
He was worried that if he stayed here, Gion and Tsuru would notice something strange about him. After all, Ikki was really surprised by Gion's attributes.
[Name: Gion]
[Age: 38 years old]
[Weapon: None]
[Life Force: 8,321 (weak state); 80,500, SS level (actual state)]
[Kendo Realm: Mountain-Cutting Realm]
[Swordsmanship style: Momousagi one-sword style, Breath of the Moon]
[Abilities: Advanced Armament Haki, Intermediate Observation Haki, Demon Slayer Mark]
'In her prime, Gion actually had 80,000 life force. Her Kendo Realm and Haki aren't weak either. Back in Alabasta, I should really thank Zangetsu and the power of my Demon Slayer Mark. Or did this woman hold back at that time?'
Ikki turned back and glanced at Tsuru and Gion who were chatting about something, then looked at the 'Sea-Breaking Swordsman Challenge Permission' issued by the system exclusively to Gion after she received his partner seal. A flash of thought crossed his eyes.
"'Sea-Breaking Swordsman Challenge Permission'... this should be the highest level of challenge permission. With Gion's current abilities, she probably wouldn't be able to defeat it. Sure enough, it's better not to let Gion know about this."
Ikki shook his head and closed Gion's personal attribute panel with a wave of his hand.
If news spread that one could obtain Sea-Breaking Realm swordsmanship by challenging the sword shadow in the Sword Enlightenment Room, Ikki could foresee how much trouble there would be. Although Gion was a nice person, Ikki also knew that this kind of item should not be displayed in front of someone who was more loyal to the Marines.
At least, not until Ikki and his partners on the Explorer reached a certain level of strength.
Thinking of this, Ikki turned his attention to the "Sea-Breaking Realm Swordsman Challenge Permission (Gion Exclusive)" item.
[Name: Gion]
[Age: 43 years old]
[Weapon: Konpira]
[Life Force: 100,500, SS level]
[Kendo Realm: Sea-Breaking Realm]
[Swordsmanship style: Momousagi one-sword style]
[Special abilities: Advanced Armament Haki, Intermediate Observation Haki]
'Hmm? This time the shadow of the swordsman turns out to be Gion herself? 43 years old, the life force level is also SS rank, but it's 20,000 more than the current Gion. The swordsmanship style is only the Momousagi one-sword style.'
'Could it be that if Gion grew up according to her original path, she would have become a swordsman in the Sea-Breaking Realm at age 43? If the Shadow of the Swordsman is the future Gion, it shouldn't attract too much attention if the current Gion gains kendo growth by challenging it.'
Ikki thought as he touched his chin. He felt that if the current Gion really defeated the swordsman shadow of her future self, he could say that she won the power because she defeated her own future.
'Forget it, let's think about it later.'
Ikki shook his head and dismissed the thoughts in his mind.
"Ikki, is there no problem with engraving the partner's seal on that Gion?"
Nico Robin, who had been observing outside the bathhouse, followed Ikki out and asked in his ear.
Ikki smiled, raised his hand to close the door, and said with a smile:
"It doesn't matter. As long as I don't use my special items for Gion, it won't have any impact. At most, they'll think that my breathing method and swordsmanship power can be learned more quickly by others through the partner seal. After Gion's Demon Slayer Mark transforms into an innate mark, she can leave quickly. Then we can sail freely again."
Hearing this, Nico Robin nodded.
"I understand, Ikki. Since this is your decision, I will naturally not refute it. But that Tsuru is the Marines' chief adviser, and her wisdom should not be underestimated. You must be careful."
Ikki smiled, knowing that Tsuru should not be underestimated. Not only was she smart, that woman was also quite powerful in terms of strength. An older Marine who could hang out with Zephyr, Garp, and Sengoku was definitely not a weakling.
Ikki's help to Gion also meant doing a favor for Tsuru. He helped Gion with her treatment and even helped her obtain the innate Demon Slayer Mark. When Ikki and his crew were in need, Tsuru would be able to help.
"Stop talking about this. It's rare for you to have some free time today. Robin, let's continue with the unfinished painting. Please continue to be my model."
After Ikki used the flame generated by his breathing method to evaporate all the water on his body, he took out the drawing board from the counter and sat on a chair to continue painting.
Nico Robin smiled, and instead of going to the separated dressing room, she activated her Shikai and unbuttoned her shirt. With the sound of clothes falling to the floor, Ikki raised his eyebrows and looked at Nico Robin with some confusion.
"Ikki, there should be other things we can do besides painting." Nico Robin smiled, moved closer to Ikki, sat on his lap, and put her arms around the back of his neck.
"Robin, are you... trying to play Alabasta's trick again?" Ikki put down the drawing board and looked directly into Nico Robin's eyes.
But soon, he frowned. Unlike when she was in Alabasta, Nico Robin's eyes lacked that trace of ulterior motive. This time, there was only seriousness in her eyes.
"No, I just really like you, Ikki."
"You fell in love with me? When?"
"Maybe it was when you helped me see the historical text monument, or maybe it was when you fell out with Aokiji to protect me." Nico Robin smiled and then said: "This time, we can try to have our own children."
As the words fell, palms appeared on both Nico Robin and Ikki's bodies, and her smooth hands gently caressed Ikki's skin.
After Ikki's eyes were fixed on Robin's for a while, a smile suddenly appeared on his face, and his hands wrapped around Nico Robin's back.