Sharingan is a type of pupil technique in ninjutsu, but in this world, it is called a Demonic Eye.
Whenever Phoenix activates his Sharingan, Mavis's face becomes very serious. Those scarlet eyes are simply too ominous; if not for Phoenix's stubborn choice, Mavis truly wished to seal it completely.
The Tremor-Tremor Fruit is a type of Devil Fruit, but in this world, it is more appropriately called Vibration Magic. Could it be worthy of being called a secret treasure of the sea? Compared to the vast knowledge Mavis possesses, she had never seen anyone with such high compatibility with Vibration Magic, nor had she ever seen anyone able to wield Vibration Magic to such an extent.
Aside from the Sharingan and the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, which can be explained by magic, the concept of Haki is difficult for Mavis to comprehend.
In Mavis's opinion, Haki is merely a literal expression, describing someone whose aura is powerful and awe-inspiring. But looking at Phoenix, Mavis genuinely struggles to see such an aura on him.
One should not be ashamed to ask questions about things they do not understand. Even if it was difficult to grasp, Mavis patiently questioned Phoenix about each point. Even when the answers were confusing, Mavis would only furrow her brow and ponder deeply, never showing even a hint of doubt about Phoenix's replies. It seemed from the very beginning, Mavis never believed Phoenix would lie to her.
Kenbunshoku Haki: The power to strongly sense the surrounding aura, allowing one to perceive enemies outside their line of sight or even predict an opponent's movements. It is a form of mind-reading, or also the 'power of hearing'. As long as a person is alive, their body emits special sounds, and by using these sounds, one can predict an opponent's next move and location. With training, the range can be expanded. Higher-level Kenbunshoku Haki users can use this ability to hear the voices in others' hearts, and even project into others.
Armament Haki: Enhances one's defensive power, acting like an invisible armor; it can also be developed into offensive power, allowing one to contend with Devil Fruit users and even touch the true form of Logia-type Devil Fruit users. Besides the body, Armament Haki can even be imbued into weapons to strengthen their attack power.
Compared to the difficult-to-train and progress Haoshoku Haki, Kenbunshoku and Armament Haki are the most crucial aspects Phoenix needs to focus on currently.
Therefore, even when resting, Phoenix always keeps his Kenbunshoku Haki active. Similarly, his Sharingan spins ceaselessly. Although Mavis tried to dissuade him countless times, seeing Phoenix's rare stubbornness and his repeated assurances, Mavis had no choice but to give up.
As long as one's heart does not fall into darkness, what does it matter if they possess dark abilities?
Mavis saw a reflection of herself in Phoenix. Because she herself had once existed as a Black Mage.
Time slowly flowed, and Phoenix gradually grew up. As the price for becoming stronger, Phoenix's free time became increasingly scarce.
Whether it was the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, the evolution of the Sharingan, or the endless array of swordsmanship techniques, their execution all required one crucial prerequisite.
Naturally, that was physique!!
Only with a sound soul and a sound physique can true power be fully unleashed.
Nothing can temper one's will and physique more than the vast and boundless sea.
Although the sea is the bane of Devil Fruit users, Phoenix's very existence is not bound by this treaty, just as the evolution of the Sharingan only requires power to reach a certain level, without the need to sacrifice one's beloved to awaken it.
Boom!
Boom!
Boom—!!!
On the vast, boundless sea, a small golden figure stood steadily on the surface of the ocean, wielding a large black sword, striking the sea again and again. The boundless ocean, under the incessant blades, was cut and diverted. The calm sea roared like an enraged beast, unwilling to yield, and the high-sitting clouds, overlooking thousands of miles of territory, were also shattered by the pervasive sword energy.
It was a very ordinary slash, a very simple move, but every time the blade fell, it involuntarily filled one's heart with a sense of awe-inspiring power.
The wide, sweeping slashes, the clean and decisive drawing and sheathing of the sword, fully demonstrated a supreme Haki that declared, 'The world is beneath me.'
Boom boom boom—!!
The sea churned with towering waves. Under the domineering slashes, which combined Haki and the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, the sea level rose and continuously vibrated. A tsunami, sweeping across the entire ocean surface, was forcibly unleashed by human power, engulfing everything around it.
However, at the center of the tsunami, a solitary island appeared as if it could be overturned at any moment, yet it remained firmly in place, suffering no damage whatsoever.
On the island's shore, another golden figure quietly watched the young man battling the sea hundreds of meters away, a hint of joy and fondness in her emerald eyes.
Naturally, this figure was Mavis Viviamillion, and the young man battling the sea was Phoenix Viviamillion, to whom she had given the same surname and name.
Mavis stood silently on the shore, all her attention drawn to Phoenix, her gaze never shifting a single inch.
"One of the Twelve Supreme Great Grade Swords, Midareba Juuka Choji, also known as black sword night. It truly is a sword that suits you. Perhaps, just as you miraculously appeared here, in this unpredictable future, you too will miraculously stand at the pinnacle of the world!"
Mavis believed in Phoenix.
Therefore, even when Phoenix's training caused a massive commotion, even disturbing Wolf Island for several years, Mavis never showed the slightest dissatisfaction.
Whether it's magic or anything else, to become truly strong, one should not shackle their own heart.
However, Mavis was still very interested in Phoenix's endless array of abilities. Perhaps it was a common trait of scholars; whenever Phoenix displayed an interesting ability, Mavis would study it carefully. Although in the world of magic, the essence of one's power and abilities should not be casually revealed to others, these two rules were practically nonexistent in the eyes of Mavis and Phoenix.
For Phoenix, Mavis was like the sun; his cold and empty heart was completely filled by Mavis's presence. If he hadn't met Mavis when he first woke up, Phoenix truly couldn't imagine what his future would have been like. Therefore, let alone mere abilities, Phoenix would not hesitate to give his life.
Similarly, for Mavis, although Phoenix's appearance was very strange, and he seemed to have no past memories, this did not hinder her affection for him. A young man with extraordinary talent, possessing various strange abilities, and exuding an aura of mystery from head to toe, made Mavis's long-dormant heart stir once more, and her desire to understand Phoenix grew even stronger.
One of the Twelve Supreme Great Grade Swords, Midareba Juuka Choji, also known as black sword night, is currently Phoenix's most prized and handy weapon.
As for how he acquired it? In Phoenix's words, what was meant to be his would eventually be his. The blade meant to be in his hands would ultimately come to him.
However, the truth, as Mavis discovered, was that this should be attributed to Requip Magic. Mavis made this judgment not only because of the appearance of black sword night but also due to others like the Lock Slasher, capable of unleashing black crescent slashes, Ryujin Jakka, which releases hellfire, Yamato, which can cleave dimensions, and the Blade of Rebellion, which has drunk the blood of countless demons... But what Phoenix loved the most was a supreme black sword, forged purely by humans, without any attributes or additional skills.
"For me, a weapon is just a weapon. If I ascend to the throne of the world's strongest, then even a wooden sword can make the world tremble!"
What expression should one use to respond to Phoenix, who declared this with such conviction?
It must be a smile!
For Phoenix, every day and every moment spent with Mavis was a happy time. No matter how distant his dreams were, he would be incredibly happy if she simply returned a small smile.