Here is the translation of the provided sections. I have corrected the terminology to match the official *One Piece* English localizations and fixed typos from the source text where necessary.
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**Section 141**
Ryuzaki did have a method for training Observation Haki (Sight).
However, he always felt that the method wasn't suitable for him.
"I'm a show-off, so my training method will naturally be different,"
Ryuzaki thought, devising an exceptionally clever method.
The Kingdom of **Prodence** (or a similar filler kingdom, raw says "Kogaha", let's use "Kogaha" as is or interpret as a hot spring kingdom) in the New World.
This kingdom possesses an important resource—hot springs—and is famous for them.
Every year, countless tourists flock here, most for one purpose—to soak in the hot springs.
Ryuzaki also came!
Of course, Ryuzaki wasn't there to soak in the hot springs; he was there to train his **Observation Haki (Sight)**!
A large public women's bathhouse, shrouded in steam, was hazy and indistinct, making it difficult to see the curves under the water.
A young man, well-disguised, hid somewhere, staring intently.
This young man was Ryuzaki, and he was doing all this for training!
Yes, that's it.
It was both unclear and incredibly attractive, so he had to try so hard to see!
This was Ryuzaki's training method: with persistent effort, his Observation Haki (Sight) would definitely grow rapidly.
Ryuzaki didn't hide in the alternate dimension.
He wanted to feel the warm atmosphere around him, which made his blood rush, giving him more motivation and making him work even harder to see.
The girls were playing happily, their laughter ringing out.
"Ah—don't splash me!"
"Hehehehe… yours is so big!"
"Don't rub it…"
What intoxicating sounds! Do girls all love to play like this while taking a bath?
**Chapter 98: Cultivation Sees Power (Part 2)**
What intoxicating sounds! Do girls all love to play like this while taking a bath?
Oh my god… another wave is rising, how majestic!
I want to see, see more carefully… I'm staring… I'm staring again…
"You brat—"
*Slap—*
A loud slap! Ryuzaki was hit, hit by the bathhouse owner!
Ryuzaki never expected that the bathhouse owner would possess Observation Haki. Holy crap, is the New World really this terrifying? A bathhouse owner with Observation Haki?
Ryuzaki got a beating and was kicked out!
But that's not the problem!
The problem is, Ryuzaki's clothes were recognized, especially his hood/mask. Now he's in trouble!
Ryuzaki is in the newspapers!
The world is shocked: the highest-ranking officer of the Divine Punishment Army—the Sword Immortal—has shamelessly spied on girls bathing!
The World Government is taking this very seriously!
The Five Elders convened a small roundtable meeting specifically for this matter.
"That brat, the highest-ranking officer in the Divine Punishment Army, is he short of women or what? Why would he have to peep?"
"And to make matters worse, he got beaten up. That's a huge loss of face for the government."
"It's really a headache. Maybe we should send him some beauties and warn him not to peep again!"
"But ordinary women are too low-class!"
"Let's choose one from among the famous women!"
"In my opinion, the recently rising stage actress **Victoria Cindry** is a good woman. She has the figure, the face, and the fame!"
"Her it is!"
"Seconded!"
"Seconded!"
And so it was decided!
Victoria Cindry, this very famous stage actress, was taken away by World Government personnel while enjoying a candlelight dinner with her fiancé.
When the World Government personnel brought Cindry to Ryuzaki, Ryuzaki was somewhat bewildered.
*Hiss— as expected, the World Government is evil.* Ryuzaki's sense of justice kicked in, and he gave those five old geezers a good scolding before happily accepting Cindry.
"Let me go, let me go..." Cindry struggled, but to no avail.
"Ahem, tell the Five Elders I received the gift!"
"Then, Vice Admiral Sword Immortal, please don't do things like peeping anymore. If you're curious about girls, Cindry can satisfy all your needs, and she's a popular actress..."
The staff member was quite competent, conveying the Five Elders' message one by one.
Ryuzaki nodded, indicating he wouldn't let the Five Elders down, and also promising to be more self-disciplined in the future.
As for Cindry, Ryuzaki naturally accepted it. Since it was a gift, refusing it would seem rude.
He accepted it!
As for training, it still had to continue!
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**Section 142**
After diligent training, Ryuzaki's Observation Haki level finally reached Lv 14.
This achievement should be gratifying.
However, Ryuzaki was not satisfied, because he knew that the initial level progress was indeed quite rapid.
Ryuzaki needed more, much more training...
The peaks and valleys, the raging waves, the hazy beauty, the profound artistic conception.
Yes, this is artistic conception, it's artistic conception!
Ryuzaki understood, he sat cross-legged, and in an instant, entered a state of enlightenment.
**Chapter 99: A New World in Turmoil**
Then, by accident, he was discovered by an old woman proficient in Observation Haki!
By accident, he was in the newspaper again.
This is terrible! He hadn't been silent for long, and he was in the newspaper again?
If it were a good thing, being in the newspaper would be one thing, but this, this scandalous matter being in the newspaper...
The Five Elders couldn't tolerate it!
Kong couldn't sit still either, contacting Ryuzaki to express his strong and angry condemnation.
To this, Ryuzaki calmly replied, "Don't rush, don't rush, I'm training."
"Is this some kind of shameless training method?"
Kong was furious, truly furious!
Damn it, didn't I send you a female celebrity last time? Aren't you satisfied yet? You greedy bastard, you've disgraced the World Government!
Ryuzaki had a good explanation for this. Ryuzaki said, "I enjoy the process, not the result, and what I peek at is the best."
Kong almost smashed his Den Den Mushi. What kind of twisted logic is this?
Damn it, Kong finally understood, Ryuzaki was definitely a pervert.
Since he couldn't change his personality, Kong was going all out!
"If you insist on peeking, then peek at important people. You're the highest-ranking officer in the Divine Punishment Army, right? You should peek at women who match your status!"
Kong's words made Ryuzaki suddenly realize, "That's right! Why didn't I think of that?"
Ryuzaki inwardly admired him!
Look at that, no wonder he's the Commander-in-Chief of the entire military, his words and thoughts are on a completely different level.
Then Ryuzaki went to Whole Cake Island!
Next, he was chased by **Smoothie**, running all over the New World.
Ryuzaki's behavior once again refreshed people's understanding. You bastard… peeping into a regular women's bathroom is one thing, but you actually peeped at Smoothie taking a bath?
Who is Smoothie? She's Big Mom's daughter!
Damn it, you even dared to do that to the daughter of an Emperor…
Should I say, no wonder he's the highest-ranking officer of the Divine Punishment Army? No wonder he's the Sword Immortal?
Because Ryuzaki was peeping at pirates, the World Government seized the opportunity to help whitewash the situation.
The World Government repeatedly issued statements saying that Vice Admiral Sword Immortal did not peep, but was carrying out a mission to monitor the Four Emperors.
But this statement was clearly unconvincing.
What a load of rubbish! Everyone knows what kind of person the Sword Immortal is, the World Government shouldn't try to glorify themselves!
In short, the New World was in complete chaos.
"Smoothie, you're a young lady, chasing after a handsome young man like me all over the New World, is that really okay? Even if it's a girl chasing a boy, you can't push too hard, you'll scare me away!!"
"I'm going to kill you!"
"Okay, I was wrong, I apologize!"
Smoothie was furious. Could an apology solve this? You saw my pure, innocent body, and you think an apology is enough?
Then Smoothie started fighting with Ryuzaki.
Smoothie's swordsmanship was also very good, belonging to a different style of swordsmanship.
Ryuzaki sparred with her for a while, and then activated his talent: **Greatsword Style (7)**.
This was an unexpected gain!
He originally just wanted to train his Observation Haki, but he didn't expect to activate a talent.
Now, Ryuzaki's total talent points have increased to 403.
Ryuzaki was very happy.
He fought a big battle with Smoothie, and also raised Ryuzaki's Immortal Sword Style level to Lv 58.
**Chapter 99: A New World Unfolds (Part 2)**
After a fierce battle with Smoothie, Ryuzaki's Immortal Sword Style level even increased to Lv 58.
How should I put it? Is this girl a lucky charm? She improved his swordsmanship, his Observation Haki, and he got to enjoy the incredibly exciting and indescribable process.
In no time, Ryuzaki's Observation Haki leveled up to **Lv 18**.
The improvement in Observation Haki naturally made Ryuzaki's senses much sharper!
This was a huge benefit to his combat abilities!
After absorbing most of Smoothie's swordsmanship, Ryuzaki decided to go back and calmly study it.
Ryuzaki stepped out of the battle.
"Wait a minute, Smoothie, I won't peek for a while!"
Hearing this, Smoothie became even angrier. Whether she peeked or not was just a matter of words; what did she mean by "I won't peek for a while"? Did she mean she'd still peek at me while I was bathing?
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**Section 143**
"Smoothie, actually, I..." Ryuzaki scratched his head shyly, looking embarrassed.
"Just say what you want to say!"
"Don't be angry after I tell you!"
"Say it!"
Ryuzaki awkwardly pulled out a pair of panties from his pocket: "This... I'll keep this as a souvenir."
Smoothie was stunned at first, but when she looked closely, she realized that it was her own panties.
"You brat, you're asking for it..."
A super-luxurious slash swept across the waves and struck Ryuzaki.
Ryuzaki waved with a smile: "Goodbye, Smoothie, I'll come again next time!"
Smoothie was so angry she almost vomited blood!
But she was also helpless, watching Ryuzaki disappear into the sea.
Back on Fist Island!
Ryuzaki sat quietly on a giant rock by the sea, taking advantage of the warmth to comprehend the Way of the Sword. During his previous sparring with Smoothie, a new move was vaguely brewing in his mind.
Half an hour later, Ryuzaki suddenly leaped up, drew his sword, and slashed towards the distant sea.
A powerful Sword Aura erupted, like a giant blade, furiously striking the surface of the sea.
The sea was dramatically cleaved in two.
"Not bad, not bad, that's the feeling!"
Ryuzaki was very pleased.
He had absorbed the sword technique of enlarging slashes from Smoothie, integrating it into the Immortal Sword Style, creating a new sword move... well... let's name it—**Rising Purple Sun**!
He calculated that the current three main moves of the Immortal Sword Style were: *Flying Immortal from Beyond the Heavens*, *Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers*, and *Rising Purple Sun*.
"Hmm?"
Because of the newly created move, the level of the Immortal Sword Style had increased again, from Lv 58 to Lv 63.
(Hehehe) Ryuzaki was quite pleased with himself.
"When will you let me leave?"
"Oh?" Ryuzaki glanced at a woman nearby—wasn't that Cindry?!
He'd been so busy cultivating lately that he'd forgotten about this girl!
"But seriously, wasn't this girl scared when she saw my powerful slash just now?"
Ryuzaki was quite curious!
But he also had a good impression of her, thinking that Cindry was quite polite. At least, she didn't disturb him while he was comprehending the Way of the Sword, but waited until he finished before speaking.
"I'm telling you, I have a fiancé, you awful..."
"Stop, stop, stop, Cindry, first of all, it wasn't me who captured you, it was the World Government."
"But, but..."
"No buts, Cindry, be grateful for your luck. Luckily you met me. If you had been given to someone else, like a man who looks like a pig's head, you would have been miserable!"
**Chapter 100: Evil Thoughts**
"I, I... please let me go?"
"No!"
Just kidding, how could I let her go?
Not to mention that she was a pretty girl, and not to mention that she knew about Fist Island.
Just talking about the Five Elders, it wouldn't be fair. With the Five Elders' domineering nature, they definitely wouldn't give her a refund!
*They sent her here, then sent her away again. What does this mean? Are they saying we five old guys have no taste, that the woman they sent wasn't to your liking?*
Anyway, for now, we still have to give the Five Elders face!
Ryuzaki thought for a moment, then suddenly remembered something very interesting. This Cindry seemed quite useful.
Ryuzaki thought of someone—**Hogback**.
This guy was known as a genius surgeon.
Although he was a bit ugly, he was incredibly talented!
In the original story, he was Moria's partner, and Moria was able to recruit Hogback precisely because of Cindry.
Ryuzaki's mischievous thoughts began to stir again!
After resting on Fist Island for several days, Ryuzaki went out again!
This time, however, he didn't go to the women's bathhouse or anything like that.
This time, he was serious; he was investigating two people.
One was Cindry's fiancé, and the other was Hogback.
When Ryuzaki found Cindry's fiancé, he was speechless.
He's quite handsome, but damn it...
Your fiancée was just taken away by the World Government not long ago, and you're already having a candlelight dinner with another girl? Is that really okay? Did you flush all those vows of eternal love down the toilet?
Ignoring him, Ryuzaki continued his search for Hogback.
When he found him, Hogback was drowning his sorrows in alcohol.
He wasn't working, spending all his time at home drinking, seemingly very depressed after learning that Cindry had been taken away by the World Government.
After finding the two of them, Ryuzaki left temporary Marker Doors on each door and returned to Fist Island.
Cindry, on the other hand, didn't make a fuss; her temper was alright, and she was quite sensible!
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**Section 144**
Of course, this doesn't mean Cindry is willingly staying on Fist Island!
She's just being forced into it!
Ryuzaki called Cindry over and said, "Cindry, you really want to see your fiancé right now, right?"
"Yes."
"Seeing how anxious you are about him, your fiancé must have made vows of eternal love, saying he'll only love you for life, right?"
"That's right, but what does that have to do with you?"
"Nothing, just an old trick, I'm just saying it!"
Ryuzaki took a soft bandage: "Well then, I'll have to trouble you for a bit! If you want to see your fiancé..."
"As long as you can take me to see him, I'll tie you up!"
"Hehehe..."
Ryuzaki tied Cindry's hands, wrapped them around her body, around her chest, tying her into a shameful figure-eight shape, making Cindry blush.
"You... can't you use a normal way of binding me?"
"Oh, right, gag me!"
"Ah—what are you doing? Mmm..."
Poor Cindry, her little mouth was stuffed with her own panties.
Cindry glared at Ryuzaki in embarrassment and anger, cursing this bastard for being so bad, such a big bad guy.
**Chapter 100: Bad Thoughts (Part 2)**
Cindry glared at Ryuzaki in embarrassment and anger, cursing this bastard for being so bad, such a big bad guy.
After doing all this, Ryuzaki nodded in satisfaction.
He carried Cindry like this to see her fiancé first.
This fiancé was living a very carefree life, dating socialite ladies, and Ryuzaki specially brought Cindry to watch from a hidden space...
This process lasted quite a long time, and it seemed that Cindry's fiancé was also very talkative.
"Hmm? Why is there water?"
Ryuzaki wiped it and found that Cindry was crying!
Well, seeing this scene, Cindry would definitely be very sad!
After waiting for a while, Ryuzaki, with Cindry, emerged from the alternate dimension and patiently waited at a deserted street corner.
"Oh, you're finally here!" Ryuzaki smiled and pointed into the distance.
A young man with blond hair, handsome features, and a sharp suit slowly approached.
The man drew closer and stopped three meters from Ryuzaki, his gaze fixed on him!
"Cindry... Cindry?"
"Mmm..."
Unfortunately, Cindry's mouth was gagged, preventing her from speaking.
"You must be Cindry's fiancé?"
"Yes, you brat! Who are you? Release Cindry now, or I'll make you regret it!"
"I'm from the World Government!"
"What? You... you're from the World Government? Your mask... could it be...?"
"That's right, I'm the Sword Immortal!"
Ryuzaki said nonchalantly, "I'm here to tell you that Cindry is my woman now. I play with her dozens of times a day, and now she's pregnant with my child!"
"You... you bastard..."
"Heh heh, I'm a bastard. So, your fiancée isn't pure anymore, do you still want her? How about I offer you a solution: you and Cindry voluntarily break off your engagement, and I'll give you 100 million Berries."
Ryuzaki finished speaking and threw a black box in front of the man. The man hesitated!
Finally, the man bent down, picked up the black box, and said, "Cindry... I'm sorry, we're breaking off the engagement. I wish you happiness!"
After saying this, the man hugged the black box, turned around, and ran away like the wind!
Ryuzaki glanced at Cindry and noticed that the girl's eyes were almost swollen from crying!
Well, after all, Ryuzaki had shattered her fairytale prince image.
However, Ryuzaki was satisfied; it seemed to have worked!
This time, Cindry should have given up and no longer wanted to run away!
"Alright, stop crying. Your fiancé has no value in my eyes. But there's someone else; I'll use your power to control him."
Ryuzaki carried Cindry again to see Hogback.
Hogback was locked in his room, completely drunk.
When Ryuzaki brought Cindry into Hogback's room, he didn't notice at all.
Ryuzaki poured a basin of cold water on Hogback's head, and Hogback instantly sobered up!
Cindry was still heartbroken, and when she saw Hogback, she was startled.
She recognized Hogback; she had received treatment from him for a foot injury and had even sewed buttons on his clothes.
Hogback regained consciousness and saw Cindry. Thinking he was dreaming, he rubbed his eyes vigorously.
"No need to rub your eyes, you're not seeing things!"
Ryuzaki pulled Cindry to his side, one hand roaming over her long, white legs.
"You... who are you, you brat?"
"Oh, oh, you don't even recognize me? I'm the famous Sword Immortal!"
**Chapter 101: Controlling Hogback**
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**Section 145**
"What? It's you?"
"That's right, it's me. The World Government kidnapped Cindry, actually to put her in my bed for some sex education, cough cough... Don't get excited, put the chair down, you can't beat me."
"You bastard, release Cindry now!"
"I see, you want to save her? I need to know if you're sincere! How about this, you cut off one of your legs, then come talk to me."
"You..." Hogback was stunned, but quickly gritted his teeth and said, "If I cut off one of my legs, will you release Cindry?"
"Release her? No, but I will stop toying with her."
Ryuzaki said, while reaching out to stroke Cindry's lower abdomen.
"Hogback, during this time, Cindry has been pleasured by me dozens of times, day and night, and she's pregnant now! If she doesn't obey, I'll beat her, violate her, until she obeys."
"Damn it, damn it... you damn bastard..."
Hogback picked up the chair and smashed it down.
"I told you you can't beat me." Ryuzaki easily kicked Hogback aside.
"So, have you thought it through? If not, I'll leave with Cindry!"
"No… wait…" Hogback stood up, blood trickling from his mouth. Clearly, Ryuzaki's kick had hurt him badly.
"If you treat Cindry well, I'll cut off my own leg."
"Then cut it off!"
Ryuzaki stroked his chin, watching.
Sure enough, Hogback really went all out. He went to the kitchen, grabbed a cleaver, and actually chopped off his own leg.
The pain made Hogback scream miserably.
"Clap clap clap…" Ryuzaki clapped his hands: "Very good, Hogback."
Ryuzaki was very satisfied. Hogback was willing to cut off his own leg for Cindry, so he must be under his control!
Ryuzaki glanced at the stunned Cindry and smiled: "How about it? Cindry? Surprised?"
Cindry glanced at Ryuzaki and nodded slightly.
"The reason Hogback likes you so much is because you once sewed a button on his clothes."
Cindry was moved. Was it just because of that?
"Heh heh, but you wouldn't like Hogback anyway, because he's a bad person. He definitely doesn't fit your values. He thinks money is more important than saving lives!"
Ryuzaki looked at Hogback, praising him with satisfaction: "Hogback, you did a good job. I'm very satisfied. Now, let's make a deal."
"A deal? What deal?"
"I'll keep Cindry alive, and you, help me research combat wound first aid medicine. If you can't do it, Cindry will have to die..."
"Wait, wait!" Hogback said, enduring the pain: "I agree, I agree!"
"Very good, a pleasant cooperation. Now, hurry up and stop your bleeding. I'll take my leave!"
After saying this, Ryuzaki disappeared with Cindry.
On Fist Island.
When Cindry's bonds were removed...
Cindry angrily ripped the panties out of her mouth and cursed, "You despicable scum!"
"Thank you for the compliment! From today onwards, Cindry, you are my maid!"
"Don't you feel any remorse for using Hogback like this?"
"I feel perfectly at ease!"
"You're a devil!"
"Hmm, I understand. Go prepare some food, or I'll..."
Ryuzaki said, his eyes sweeping over a certain part of Cindry's body.
"You... you..." Cindry gritted her teeth and finally replied, "I understand. I'll be your maid, just don't do anything to me."
"Go, go!"
**Chapter 101: Controlling Hogback (Part 2)**
"Go, go!"
After sending Cindry away, Ryuzaki, as always, sat on the giant rock by the sea, his mind racing with ideas.
Currently, Ryuzaki controlled two scientists.
One was Mona, and the other was Hogback.
It was still very necessary to have Hogback research war wound first aid medicine.
Even with the Op-Op Fruit and Heal-Heal Fruit users, using their abilities still consumes energy; too many uses would be too much for them.
Ryuzaki scanned his various levels, noting his weaknesses:
**Navy Six Styles: Rankyaku (Tempest Kick): Lv 8.**
**Navy Six Styles: Tekkai (Iron Body): Lv 2.**
**Navy Six Styles: Shigan (Finger Pistol): Lv 3.**
Ryuzaki didn't use the Finger Pistol much, and Tempest Kick wasn't essential.
Iron Body… well, that was good.
Anyway, mastering Iron Body would improve his physical abilities, strengthen his physique, and make him less likely to die, so it definitely needed strengthening.
As for training Iron Body… damn it, the best way to train was to get beaten up?
So that's it, being tempered through beatings!
Look at the big shots on the sea, getting beaten up is commonplace for them!
"For me, getting beaten up should be pretty easy too!"
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**Section 146**
Ryuzaki changed into tattered clothes, looking like a little beggar, with disheveled hair and a face covered in black dust, obscuring his features—at least he didn't need a mask!
Looking in the mirror, Ryuzaki was quite satisfied with his appearance.
Then, Ryuzaki went to the Sabaody Archipelago, to a high-end restaurant, ate and drank to his heart's content, and didn't pay. Then, a group of people surrounded and beat him up.
...
"Ouch, ouch, this feels so good! Go all out!"
Ryuzaki used his *Tekkai* (Iron Body), rolling around as he was beaten by seven or eight people, letting his body receive a beating.
The group of people beating him had swollen fists and numb legs, but Ryuzaki still grinned.
"Come on, hit me..."
"Damn it, this bastard!"
"Ignore him, just throw him out!"
"Damn it, where did this brat come from, interrupting business."
Ryuzaki was quickly thrown out, landing right in the arms of a busty girl. With a scream from the girl, her protectors swarmed out.
*Damn it, where are those filthy hands going?*
*A mere beggar, how dare you, a stinking beggar, touch a goddess's breasts?*
"Ouch, ouch, this beating is making me so disoriented..."
Ryuzaki watched his Iron Body level slowly increase, feeling quite pleased with himself.
However, soon, Ryuzaki discovered that the increase was slowing down. At around level 8, the training effect from ordinary beatings wasn't very noticeable!
What to do?
He had an idea! Fish-Men are ten times stronger than humans.
That's right, let's go to Fish-Man Island!
That Fish-Man District (Fish-Man Street) has many criminals!
Ryuzaki then went to Fish-Man District on Fish-Man Island.
"You fish-men are so damn ugly! Here's a chance for you to serve me... Ouch, ouch, don't step on my face..."
**Chapter 102: Training Iron Body**
Fish-Men's hatred for humans was immense.
Without a word, they launched a brutal beating at Ryuzaki.
Ryuzaki had to admit, the fish-men's strength was indeed immense; the training effect was different. His previously slow leveling up suddenly accelerated again.
After three days of being beaten in Fish-Man District, Ryuzaki's Iron Body level reached Lv 27.
Sure enough, coming to Fish-Man District was the right decision. The ordinary fish-men here were ten times stronger than humans, not to mention the elite-level fish-men.
And there were so many of them; if one group couldn't handle it, another would come. Even when Ryuzaki was asleep, they kept beating him.
Tsk tsk tsk... this hatred was truly overflowing!
However, after reaching Lv 27, even if he took more beatings from fish-men, the effect was minimal, almost no improvement.
What to do?
Go take Little Marco for a walk? "No, Little Marco's strength is too great. At this Iron Body level, I can't withstand it. One heavy blow and my defenses will break!"
"How about we go to Marine Headquarters? There seem to be a lot of skilled fighters there."
And so, that was the decision made!
Ryuzaki went to Marine Headquarters, of course, as the Sword Immortal.
Those officers and the like are all quite strong, and they have work to do, so I won't bother them. I'll go to the recruits first!
Zephyr was training the recruits when Ryuzaki rolled over.
"Hello, I'm the Sword Immortal."
Ryuzaki's entrance stunned everyone!
Ryuzaki rolled to **Ain**'s feet, "Wow, beautiful girl, your thighs are so white, I want to touch..."
"Eek—" Ain screamed, a chill running down her spine as she used *Soru* and hurriedly retreated.
"Hey, Sword Immortal, what are you doing here?" Zephyr asked angrily.
"Nothing, just itching for a beating, come and beat me up!"
Everyone was dumbfounded! "Holy crap, is this a Sword Immortal? Really a Sword Immortal? Are you sure it's not some Scoundrel Immortal?"
"There are quite a few female soldiers here, huh? If you don't come and beat me up, I'll have them sleep with me tonight!"
"What did you say, you bastard?" Ryuzaki's words enraged the recruits!
After all, these guys were righteous protectors of the flowers, and they immediately swarmed over, kicking and punching.
"Oh my god... as expected of a recruit from Marine Headquarters, so different, oh—awesome—"
Zephyr was speechless. Damn it, this Sword Immortal... how could he be such a scoundrel?
But Zephyr wasn't an ordinary person; he immediately recognized that this Sword Immortal was using *Tekkai* for body protection.
"Is this guy training with *Tekkai*?" Zephyr muttered to himself.
However, Zephyr was speechless. Even when training with *Tekkai*, he had never seen such a scoundrel-like training method.
Basically, Zephyr's day of training with the recruits was spent beating up the Sword Immortal!
That night, the recruits went to rest!
This made Ryuzaki feel regretful; he still missed Fish-Man District!
Look at those fish-men's unwavering spirit, day and night, they just kept beating each other up, no rest? Rest my foot!
Sigh, humans, so delicate
Here is the translation of the provided sections. I have corrected the terminology to match the official *One Piece* English localizations and fixed typos from the source text where necessary.
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**Section 147**
Ryuzaki lay on the ground, chin in hand, feeling troubled. This wouldn't do; the efficiency was too low. He needed to be beaten up non-stop, twenty-four hours a day.
"Hey!"
"Hmm?"
"Vice Admiral Sword Immortal... um..."
"Oh, oh, don't rush, take your time, don't be nervous. For example, introduce yourself first."
"Excuse me, my name is **Ain**."
"Very good, Ain, what can I do for you?"
"I... I want to see Vice Admiral Sword Immortal's swordsmanship!"
**Chapter 102: Training Iron Body (Part 2)**
"I... I want to see Vice Admiral Sword Immortal's swordsmanship!"
"I see, you're interested in swordsmanship, right?"
"Yes, I am also a swordswoman."
"Then, you want to see my swordsmanship—do you want to admire it? Or do you want to learn it?"
"Eh? Can Vice Admiral Sword Immortal teach me swordsmanship too?"
"Teaching you is no problem!"
Ryuzaki had seen Ain's talent long ago!
Ain's talent is quite formidable; no wonder she later became Zephyr's right-hand woman.
**Talent: Basic Physical Fitness (91)**
**Talent: Basic Strength (89)**
**Talent: Basic Physical Skills (87)**
**Talent: Basic Swordsmanship (94)**
**Talent: One-Sword Style (92)**
**Talent: Dual Wielding (Nitouryu) (90)** (Note: Text says "Spear" [Double Spear?], but Ain uses dual daggers/short swords. Given context of "One-Sword Style" and "Dual Wielding" usually appearing, I'll translate as Dual Wielding or Dual Swords, but literal is 'Spear'. Actually, Ain uses dual daggers. Let's stick to "Dual Wielding" as it fits better, or "Spear/Dagger" if literal).
**Talent: Navy Six Styles - Soru (89)**
**Talent: Navy Six Styles - Geppo (85)**
**Talent: Navy Six Styles - Tekkai (81)**
**Talent: Navy Six Styles - Shigan (82)**
**Talent: Navy Six Styles - Kami-e (82)**
**Talent: Navy Six Styles - Rankyaku (81)**
**Talent: Devil Fruit Development (92)**
It seems that her Haki hasn't been activated yet, but her physical skills are sufficient, and her swordsmanship talent has reached ninety. With this comprehensive talent, even if she doesn't reach the level of an Admiral, becoming a Vice Admiral is no problem...
Ain's talent has no weaknesses; she excels in all aspects.
Ain is a little excited now.
After all, Ryuzaki said that teaching her swordsmanship is no problem.
Ain's understanding of the Sword Immortal evolved through several stages. Initially, he was seen as a terrifying figure, even more ruthless than **Akainu**.
Then came the newspaper article about his duel with Vista.
Looking at the photos, Ain became increasingly convinced that the Sword Immortal possessed not only exceptional talent in swordsmanship but also remarkably beautiful techniques. His swordsmanship became the ideal Ain aspired to.
Next, the image of the Sword Immortal peeping at girls bathing displeased Ain, who thought to herself, "How could the Sword Immortal do such a thing?"
Finally, there was the current situation: the Sword Immortal's obnoxious behavior, getting himself beaten up, left Ain utterly speechless.
However, Ain also felt that the Sword Immortal might not be so difficult to talk to, which is why she nervously tried to beg to watch his swordsmanship—surprisingly, it was easy.
"Ain, let's put teaching you swordsmanship aside for now. Tie me up first."
"Huh? Tie me up?"
"That's right, tie me up. Hmm, let me think... tie me up, then hang me up."
"This... how can that be?"
"It's alright, Ain, just do as I say!"
Ain was quite conflicted, but still did as she was told, tying Ryuzaki up with rope and hanging him from a tree.
"Very good, Ain, let's see how far your swordsmanship has progressed. Use your bamboo sword to hit me!"
"This... this..."
Ain was conflicted, but thinking about how the Sword Immortal had been beaten up all day, perhaps the Sword Immortal was just the type who deserved a beating!
So Ain took the bamboo sword and began slashing at Ryuzaki.
"Oh my… Ain, faster, faster, oh so good… oh…"
"Vice Admiral Sword Immortal, please don't make strange noises!"
**Chapter 103: Shouting a Few Shouts**
Ain, panting heavily, was quite reproachful. Ryuzaki's voice made her… somewhat lost in thought.
"Actually, I just wanted to express my feelings, but never mind!"
Ryuzaki said, "Your foundation is actually very solid, very good, but you lack a bit in strength. Overall, it's still pretty good!"
"Really?"
"Yes, it's true! But Ain… you have one strength and one weakness."
"What do you mean?"
"Ain, your qualities in all aspects are very strong, but unfortunately, that's where it's also a weakness."
***
**Section 148**
"Let me give you an example!"
"Take Hawkeye, the World's Greatest Swordsman. Everything he trains for is in service of the sword. So, he trains strength, but not his fists; he trains physical fitness, but not Iron Body (*Tekkai*), one of the Six Styles."
These words stunned Ain.
"Ain, you've not only spent your time practicing swordsmanship, but also physical techniques and spear fighting. Do you understand? A person's time is limited."
"Vice Admiral Sword Immortal, you... you're right."
"I suggest you take my example."
"Take your example?"
"Yes, like me. I mainly practice swordsmanship. Only after I become a Great Swordsman will I learn other things. For example, right now, I'm training my Iron Body."
"I see!"
"Alright, Ain, it's getting late. You should rest. I'll be staying in the Navy for a while, starting tomorrow. Come find me if you have time."
"Then... then Sword Immortal, you should also rest early. Should I put you down?"
"No, no, no need. Cough cough... Ain, you should rest early. I need to shout a couple of times."
Shout a couple of times?
Ain was puzzled. She took a few steps and then turned to look at Ryuzaki.
Just then!
Ryuzaki cleared his throat, and his voice boomed: "**O-may-O-may-buy bok choy, tomatoes, eggplants...**" (Note: Likely a parody of opera singing or just nonsense yelling to annoy people).
Ain almost fell over. What... what was he singing? She felt like her worldview had been turned upside down, and she was completely dumbfounded.
Then the Marine Headquarters couldn't stay calm!
Sengoku was furious!
Damn it, this swordsman, it's one thing for you to come to the Marine Headquarters and act like a jerk!
But you, yelling like a ghost in the middle of the night, don't you let people sleep?
Don't people have to go to work tomorrow?
Sengoku stormed over, "Shut up, stop yelling!"
"Eh? Fleet Admiral Sengoku, long time no see, how have you been?"
"Sword Immortal, tell me, what exactly do you want?"
"Fleet Admiral, actually, I don't have any purpose, I just want to get beaten up."
...
Sengoku was truly speechless. This jerk... okay, you want to get beaten up, huh? Watch me find someone to beat you up.
So Sengoku arranged for six Majors to take turns beating Ryuzaki, using fists, iron bars, and all sorts of other weapons.
Ryuzaki was thoroughly enjoying himself; this kind of training was truly effective!
And as expected of a Naval Major, his strength was impressive; each blow felt tingling and pleasurable.
That night, Ryuzaki slept soundly.
Although he was asleep, the *Tekkai* remained in place.
The one being beaten slept soundly, while the one beating was exhausted.
The next day!
**Chapter 103: Shouting a Few Shouts (Part 2)**
The next day!
Ryuzaki woke up yawning and found all six Majors collapsed on the floor, exhausted.
"You guys—" Ryuzaki shook his head speechlessly, "So early in the morning, and you're already so listless. Don't you know people should have energy? Look at you, so lethargic, what kind of appearance are you?"
The six Majors cursed this despicable swordsman inwardly. "We're exhausted, all because we beat you up all night!"
"Fine, I won't stoop to your level. Go tell Sengoku to send ten Lieutenant Colonels (Commanders)."
Little reptiles? Holy crap, we may not be Admirals, but we're still Majors!
But Ryuzaki is a Vice Admiral (technically ranked equivalent), so there was nothing they could do. The six Majors went back to report to Sengoku!
And so, for the next few days,
Ryuzaki enjoyed the services of ten Lieutenant Colonels in rotation, two of whom were women.
Watching the two female Lieutenant Colonels continuously swinging their iron rods, their large breasts swaying before his eyes, Ryuzaki was momentarily stunned!
What a feast for the eyes!
Later, Ryuzaki changed his demands to Sengoku. He insisted that the women who beat him up must be busty beauties.
Sengoku was utterly exasperated.
Damn it, so picky about beating them up one by one! Where did the Navy get so many beauties? Especially officers? And they had to be busty?
But he had no choice. To prevent the Sword Immortal from belting out awful songs late at night, Sengoku had to comply and select ten busty beauties, ranging from Lieutenant Colonel to Colonel (Commander to Captain), and send them over.
Then Ryuzaki was ecstatic!
He admired the swaying bouncy balls around him, watching their sweat-soaked clothes.
The delicate skin of their necks, the wet hair clinging to their necks, the rising and falling deep breaths, the sweet cries, and the faint, elegant fragrance…
Ryuzaki felt incredibly comfortable. Now, even if his body was in pain from the beating, he would accept it!
Swaying, swaying, left and right, up and down… hey…
more than a month passed in the blink of an eye!
During this time, besides explaining some insights about swordsmanship to Ain, Ryuzaki simply provided a feast for the eyes!
His progress was remarkable.
With a total talent bonus of 403 points and a skill level of 647 (Note: Likely a typo in raw, probably meant high proficiency or a sum), Ryuzaki's Iron Body skill leveled up like a train, and is now at **Lv 62**.
***
**Section 149**
"Ladies, you've all worked so hard!"
"Serving our superior is no hardship for us."
This wasn't flattery; these beauties had genuinely developed feelings for Ryuzaki after beating him up.
Who doesn't have pent-up frustrations?
For over a month, they'd vented all their unhappiness, especially during their periods when they were more irritable, and they'd given him a good beating.
Plus, they'd also benefited from Ryuzaki explaining his insights into kendo to Ain!
Now! They had to stop getting beaten up!
There was no way to continue; the training effect was becoming less noticeable!
Actually, about ten days ago, the effect had almost worn off, but Ryuzaki, wanting to continue admiring his swaying physique, had deliberately delayed for another ten days.
Training was over!
The ten beautiful female officers, drenched in sweat, said goodbye to Ryuzaki and left together!
"We're all sticky with sweat, let's go take a shower together!"
"Okay, let's go take a shower together!"
Huh? A shower?
The ten beautiful female officers hadn't gone far, and Ryuzaki, with his sharp ears, overheard this!
A thought flashed through Ryuzaki's mind: now that Iron Body had reached Lv 62, it was time to continue training his Observation Haki!
**Chapter 104: The Duel**
Half an hour later!
A scream echoed from the women's bathhouse at Marine Headquarters.
Then, amidst shouts of battle, Ryuzaki fled Marine Headquarters in a disheveled state.
As Fleet Admiral, Sengoku issued the strongest condemnation in history for Vice Admiral Sword Immortal's shameless infiltration of the women's bathhouse!
As for Ryuzaki, during his hasty escape, he encountered a swaggering Sea King.
Ryuzaki thought to himself, he had promised to show Ain the Celestial Ascension (Flying Immortal), and since he was in a hurry, he'd use this Sea King to demonstrate it to her!
A magnificent radiant light rose.
At this moment, everyone in Marineford saw it!
A reckless Sea King emerged from the ocean, attempting to attack Vice Admiral Sword Immortal. However, it perished, riddled with wounds, amidst a beautiful, radiant glow.
Ain witnessed it firsthand, her hands clasped to her chest, a small surge of excitement welling up within her.
Seeing it in person was far more awe-inspiring than any photograph.
How... how awe-inspiring!
Sword Immortal! Truly worthy of the title "Sword Immortal!"
Within the Navy, everyone held Sword Immortal's strength in high regard.
No one dared to boast of their swordsmanship before him.
Of course, precisely because Sword Immortal was so formidable, rumors and gossip began to circulate within the Navy. From soldiers to officers, everyone chatted about who was stronger between Sword Immortal and Hawkeye.
The answer would soon be revealed!
Because Ryuzaki was seeking out Hawkeye for a duel.
To further refine his swordsmanship, Ryuzaki needed to spar with Hawkeye.
Ryuzaki not only needed to learn and improve in his battles with Hawkeye, but he also needed to figure out the true gap between himself and **Shanks**.
After all, Hawkeye often sparred with Shanks.
Ryuzaki spent a few days resting on Fist Island, taking a bath with the help of maids, and then changing into clean clothes.
Then, with his hands behind his back and a smug, old-fashioned air, he inspected the soldiers' training.
Ryuzaki was quite satisfied with the soldiers' training.
Their Iron Body and Shave techniques were quite well-practiced; as for Moonwalk, those with talent could use it earlier, while those with less talent could only use Shave for now.
Many of these child soldiers were also practicing swordsmanship; their foundations were very solid, practicing day and night with bamboo swords.
Just then, Mona contacted him.
Ryuzaki, holding the Den Den Mushi, asked doubtfully, "Mona, is there something you need to tell me at this time…?"
"Yes, Ryuzaki, there's been progress on the **Energy Steroid (E.S.)** drug you asked me to research and improve!"
"Oh? That's great!"
"But don't get your hopes up too high. I analyzed the ingredients of the E.S. drug, made some improvements, and created a new drug that I've named **Power Potion**."
"While Power Potion won't shorten lifespan,… the side effects are severe."
"What side effects?"
"After half an hour, tendons will rupture and blood vessels will burst. Even the strongest person will be bedridden for at least six months."
Ryuzaki pondered for a moment. These side effects would be life-threatening for others; after all, ruptured tendons and burst blood vessels are no joke.
An ordinary person would probably die instantly!
Even the strongest person wouldn't last long.
Even with a doctor present, saving their life would be difficult.
**Chapter 104: Challenge (Part 2)**
Even with a doctor present, saving their life would be difficult.
However, Ryuzaki has an advantage that others don't.
***
**Section 150**
Lami, the user of the **Op-Op Fruit** (Ope Ope no Mi), and Reiju, the user of the **Heal-Heal Fruit** (Chiyu Chiyu no Mi).
These two powerful healing agents are both in Ryuzaki's hands.
These side effects are within Ryuzaki's tolerance.
"So, what are the benefits of the Power Potion?"
"It increases one's strength by 60% to 150%."
"Oh? Why is there such a big difference between the minimum and maximum?"
"Well… I'm not entirely sure. This is just the result of the experiment, but I have a guess. I estimate it depends on each person's different Strength Talent."
Determined by different Strength Talent?
Holy crap, does that mean if I transfer all my talent to my Basic Strength talent and then drink this Power Potion, the increase will be even higher?
Ryuzaki was somewhat excited.
But now, he had to suppress his excitement; he had to find Hawkeye.
Although it would be difficult to improve his Basic Swordsmanship level in a short time, at least there was a lot of room for improvement in the Immortal Sword Style.
A news item appeared in the newspaper.
This was a news item that Ryuzaki paid for himself to publish, with the headline: **Hawkeye, I'm waiting for you in Alabasta!**
Indeed, Ryuzaki chose Alabasta on the Grand Line as the venue for this duel.
The reason is simple: Alabasta is vast and sparsely populated, with large swathes of uninhabited desert, perfect for a free-for-all.
As soon as this news broke, the world was in an uproar!
Hawkeye—**Dracule Mihawk**, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, the World's Greatest Swordsman!
Sword Immortal, whose name is unknown, is the highest-ranking officer in the Divine Punishment Army, holding the rank of Vice Admiral, and is famous for his *Flying Immortal* technique!
People always rave about these two Great Swordsmen.
Hawkeye's strength is undeniable; countless challengers have fallen to him.
Sword Immortal's strength is equally beyond question; he slaughtered tens of thousands of pirates in the Sabaody Archipelago, defeated Vista the Flower Sword on Fish-Man Island, and even learned Vista's swordsmanship on the spot!
This talent, this strength, is terrifying!
And now, the two of them are about to duel in Alabasta.
After the news broke, almost everyone, from pirates to marines, flocked to Alabasta.
In a short time, hundreds of thousands of tourists arrived.
Hawkeye already had many fans, and the Sword Immortal had just as many.
The Sword Immortal challenging Hawkeye to a duel was something to look forward to.
Ryuzaki, using the Door-Door Fruit's power, was the first to arrive in Alabasta.
He wore only a mask, with an ordinary sword at his waist, and made no attempt to conceal himself upon entering Alabasta, swaggering confidently through the streets.
Immediately, a surge of people, young and old, men and women, followed timidly behind Ryuzaki.
"Is that the Sword Immortal? He's so short!"
"Idiot, what do you know? The Sword Immortal is only thirteen years old!"
"This brother is right, but the Sword Immortal became a Great Swordsman at twelve."
"In the world today, Hawkeye firmly holds the title of the World's Greatest Swordsman. But the most talented swordsman is him."
"Yes, the Sword Immortal is the most promising swordsman..."
People discussed animatedly. Although there were some doubts and a few criticisms, the fans automatically defended the Sword Immortal.
**Chapter 105: Like a Miracle**
Alabasta was bustling. Since the news of the duel spread, two things were being bought like crazy: binoculars and cameras.
The battle between Hawkeye and the Sword Immortal was destined to have a huge destructive range, only to be watched from a distance.
Many people had already anticipated this!
That's why they used binoculars.
As for the camera, it was naturally for taking pictures to commemorate the moment!
They could then show off the photos to their descendants later.
*See? Back in the day, I was the one who watched Hawkeye and the Sword Immortal fight up close,* and then my grandchildren looked at me with such admiration, saying, *"Wow, Grandpa's amazing!"*
The capital of Alabasta is **Alubarna**.
Ryuzaki chose a location relatively close to Alubarna, a desolate desert place called **Akar** (likely a fictional location near Alubarna).
Because of this, this duel is also known as—**The Final Battle of Akar**!
Ryuzaki remained silent, Hawkeye was silent.
But countless people spoke for him, spontaneously heating up the atmosphere.
This is the power of being a big shot!
The way to show off isn't just about making a splash, but also about perseverance!
Ryuzaki arrived in Akar, looked up at the sky, and murmured to himself, "This blazing sun inspires me to write poetry; I really want to compose something."
After a moment of contemplation, Ryuzaki slowly spoke!
"Under the blazing midday sun!"
"Be careful of heatstroke!"
"A glass of watermelon juice, please!"
"Sauna belly dance!"
After finishing the poem, Ryuzaki nodded in praise: "So poetic, so poetic! I never knew I was so eloquent. No wonder my 'pretentiousness' is so high!"