162: Chapter 161 The Companions Begin Cultivation"Luffy, I heard from Hancock that you have awakened Conqueror's Haki.Back in Marineford, you used this move to take down a large number of Marine soldiers.But that's just the most basic use of Conqueror's Haki.In the New World, people with Conqueror's Haki are as numerous as fish in a river.If you want to realize your dream, in addition to Armament Haki and Observation Haki, you also need to make your Conqueror's Haki stronger," Rayleigh said, looking at Luffy with a serious expression.
Luffy nodded, indicating that he understood.
Rayleigh paused for a moment, then continued, "However, Conqueror's Haki is different from the other two types of Haki.It cannot be strengthened through training; instead, its power increases with the user's own growth and experience.Therefore, you can only experience and comprehend this yourself.Next, I will teach you Conqueror's Haki Entanglement."
He paused briefly, as if organizing his thoughts.
"Simply put, Conqueror's Haki Entanglement is similar to Armament Haki Entanglement, both involving wrapping Haki around weapons or attacks to enhance their power.However, unlike Armament Haki, Conqueror's Haki Entanglement can inflict substantial damage on an enemy from a certain distance without direct contact.Of course, achieving this is not easy; only a very few strong individuals can do it.If you want to achieve this as well, you will need to put in a lot of effort and time."
After explaining, Rayleigh began demonstrating to Luffy how to use Conqueror's Haki and guided him in practice.Luffy listened attentively to Rayleigh's instruction, constantly trying to master this new technique.After teaching Luffy the basics of Conqueror's Haki, Rayleigh went into the training space to teach Zoro and the others how to improve their Armament Haki and Observation Haki.Two days later (two years in the training space).
After spending two years in the training space, Zoro, Kuina, and the others, through tireless effort and training, have finally mastered the basic methods of using Armament Haki and Observation Haki.However, to fully master these abilities, they still need to rely on continuous training and practice.
Today, they had to face the moment of parting.Despite their deep reluctance, they buried these feelings deep within their hearts, determined to have enough strength to navigate the New World.They clutched the teleportation stones Luffy had given them, and with a flash of light, they were instantly transported back to the islands where they had been blasted away.
"Holy crap!Hawkeye, what are you doing here?Could you be the one Luffy mentioned who can teach us swordsmanship?" Zoro and Kuina had just opened their eyes when they saw Hawkeye sitting there leisurely drinking red wine.The two immediately became alert, drew their weapons, and stood ready for battle.
Upon hearing the sound, Hawkeye looked up at them, then took another sip of his red wine.A hint of surprise flickered in his eyes; in just a few days, these two had shown remarkable improvement in their strength.
"So, how did you end up in my castle?" Hawkeye put down his wine glass and asked, looking at them.
Zoro gripped the hilt of his sword tightly, ready to strike at any moment.He briefly recounted what had happened.
Hawkeye listened quietly, his gaze calm and profound.After Zoro finished speaking, he looked at them and said slowly, "So you were already here before, and you were the ones who defeated those gorillas outside."
"I already told you it was these two guys who did it, but you still didn't believe me.What an unlovable bunch!" the ghostly little girl said angrily.
Hawkeye was silent for a moment, then stood up and said to Zoro and Kuina, "Come with me."
Zoro and Kuina exchanged a puzzled look, but followed him out anyway.They had no idea what Hawkeye was planning.
Stepping outside, a thick fog obscured visibility.Suddenly, a giant gorilla burst forth from the fog, carrying a large sword on its back that resembled Hawkeye's Black Sword, Night.
"You try to defeat him.If you can't even beat him, then you're not qualified for me to teach you," Hawkeye said, pointing at the gorilla.
Zoro and Kuina exchanged a glance, a hint of a smile flashing in their eyes.Without hesitation, Kuina drew her sword, Ichimonji, and charged at the gorilla.She used Water Breathing Form 1, her sword strikes fierce and swift, defeating the gorilla.
"Interesting, very interesting indeed.Although I don't know how you managed to become even stronger in just a few days, it's still not enough.If you want to become even stronger, you need to train hard," Hawkeye laughed for a while before turning back to the castle.Although he didn't explicitly say he was going to teach the two, they understood his meaning.Meanwhile, in the Kama Kingdom, Sanji was fleeing in terror.His luck was terrible; he landed right in the middle of a group of Kama.Seeing the greedy, gleaming eyes of the Kama, Sanji was terrified and broke through the encirclement without hesitation, running away frantically.As he ran, he cursed, "Luffy, you damn rubber man, just you wait!You lied to me, saying this place would make me stronger, but you clearly just wanted to make my escape skills even better!"
Meanwhile, in a nearby attic, Ivankov watched Sanji flee with great interest, her mind filled with doubt.She immediately ordered her transvestite subordinates to bring Sanji to her, and then laid out a lavish feast to entertain him.
"Ah, finally some food!" Sanji shouted excitedly, completely forgetting his surroundings and the terrifying experience he had just gone through.He eagerly pounced on the table of sumptuous food and began to devour it.
"So the Straw Hat Boy sent you here to train?" Ivankov asked, looking at Sanji who was engrossed in his food.Sanji nodded, still eating.He was surprised to find that the various dishes in the Okama Kingdom had different effects, which filled him with curiosity and.expect.
After Sanji finished eating, Ivankov led him to a huge kitchen where a group of people dressed in chef's uniforms were busy at work.Ivankov told Sanji that these were chefs from the Kingdom of Kamabakka Kingdom, and also his apprentices.They would teach Sanji how to make delicious dishes with special medicinal properties.
However, learning these dishes wasn't easy; one had to pass their test first.The chefs swarmed around, striking all sorts of strange poses, some even dancing and singing.Sanji stared wide-eyed, utterly bewildered by this group of pretentious transvestites, nearly vomiting his dinner from the night before.He simply couldn't accept this scene; his previously formidable fighting power vanished instantly.
Nevertheless, Sanji persevered, determined to learn this culinary art.He knew that only by overcoming his inner fear and aversion could he truly master this wondrous cooking technique.So, Sanji mustered his courage and charged into the group of transvestites, engaging them in a fierce battle.
Nami studies advanced nautical knowledge on Skypiea; for Luffy's dream, she can't just be an ordinary navigator.Uta returns to Eregia to learn exquisite music while also searching for a way to completely control Totemjika.Brook rejoins the three long-armed tribesmen, but these three now treat Brook like royalty, fearing the skeleton might freeze them into ice sculptures at any moment.Robin follows Luffy's father to become stronger.Ries and Erza diligently train in magic after returning home.Vivi works with a mysterious old woman to develop her Devil Fruit.Franky returns to Iceland with the Infinite Materials Library Luffy gave him, where he finds Vegapunk's laboratory, where he will combine two technologies to develop a more powerful suit of armor.Usopp studies various plant seeds with the Beetle Man.Chopper diligently learns about herbs in the Kingdom of Torino.All the crew members are working hard to become stronger; their only goal now is to help Luffy achieve his dream.