He Has No Swordsman's Heart

"Don't call me teacher, you're not qualified to be my student."

Hawkeye said coldly, "I'm only teaching you to repay a favor."

"Then... Mr. Mihawk?" Junichi immediately changed his mind.

It's just a title.

He wasn't expecting to be treated coldly or to become Mihawk's disciple.

"Can."

Hawkeye nodded and said, "Let's begin now."

"Okay." Junichi's expression turned serious.

Next.

Hawkeye started from the beginning, explaining to Junichi the principles, methods, rules, and so on of swordsmanship.

They completely disassembled and broke down this skill, then fed it into Zhunyi's mouth.

He can master various sword styles with ease.

In Hawkeye's eyes, all schools and styles are essentially the same.

All of this is to refine one's will and unite one's power to comprehend "cutting iron"!

Therefore, he directly teaches the most essential things.

Zhunyi was greatly surprised to hear this.

I felt my mind was clear, and all the difficulties I had faced before suddenly became clear.

[You are learning the ultimate technique, "Iron Slicing," proficiency +1]

[You are learning the ultimate technique, "Iron Slicing," proficiency +1]

[You are learning the ultimate technique, "Iron Slicing," proficiency +1]

During the listening process.

His proficiency with the ball is also slowly improving.

……

Half an hour later.

Hawkeye stopped explaining and instead said:

"Now, you will begin practicing basic swordsmanship."

"Correct those mistakes."

"Incorporate everything I mentioned, such as breathing, exertion, and rhythm, into it."

talking.

He raised his chin, indicating that it was time to begin.

"it is good."

He nodded slightly, gripped his ninja sword again, and slowly swung it.

Chop, split, slice, stab, sweep, flick...

He started practicing from the basics of swordsmanship again.

A complete set of basic swordsmanship techniques covers all the muscle groups in the body, allowing the swordsman to train his entire body.

However, the Uchiha-style swordsmanship is not that perfect.

Therefore, there are some moves that Zhunyi is completely unfamiliar with.

His movements were clumsy and awkward, and his practice was extremely stiff.

I had no energy left to focus on breathing, exerting force, or maintaining a proper stance.

"really……"

Hawkeye shook his head and sighed softly, "You have neither the heart of a swordsman nor the talent for swordsmanship."

"I take back what I just said."

"Don't even mention twenty or thirty years, you probably won't understand 'cutting iron' in a lifetime."

Listen to what I'm saying.

Junichi's expression remained unchanged.

He really doesn't have any talent, and he knows that very well.

But it's okay.

Players who use cheats don't care about talent.

[You have completed one basic swordsmanship practice session; proficiency increased by 1]

[You have mastered the ultimate technique "Iron Slicing" once, proficiency +1]

System panel.

Unwavering determination serves as a reminder of the progress made by Zhunyi.

"Practice on your own." But in Hawkeye's eyes, there was no progress at all.

He had no interest in watching a newcomer awkwardly wield his sword.

waste time.

"I'll come back at noon," Hawkeye said, and left.

"Take care, Mr. Mihawk."

Junichi didn't mind at all, and even waved goodbye.

then.

He continued to practice.

[You have completed one basic swordsmanship practice session; proficiency increased by 1]

[You have mastered the Ultimate Technique: Iron Slicing, proficiency +1]

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13th Street.

Mihawk returned to Shaoqi's Knocking Bamboo Bar and pushed the door open to enter.

jingle!

"Welcome back, Light... You're back so soon, Mihawk?" Peony exclaimed in surprise.

Rayleigh seemed to have thought of something and was about to speak.

"That boy's talent is completely lacking." Hawkeye shook his head, walked to the bar and sat down. "He has neither the heart of a swordsman nor any talent for swordsmanship."

He looked at Rayleigh and asked, puzzled, "I don't understand why you think he has good talent."

"In my opinion, his path of swordsmanship is meaningless."

"You'll never master 'Slicing Iron' in your entire life!"

Upon hearing this...

Rayleigh didn't refute him; instead, a mysterious smile appeared on his lips.

Because, not long ago...

He had similar thoughts.

It is believed that Zhunyi is not suitable for cultivating domineering aura, and it would be difficult for him to awaken it.

Then the results proved me wrong.

"Don't rush, give the young man some time," Rayleigh said with a smile.

"It's not a matter of time..."

Hawkeye shook his head, not intending to argue, and instead said, "I will teach him for about two months and guide him onto the right path."

How far he can go depends on himself.

"That's enough." Rayleigh nodded.

"That's good." Hawkeye breathed a sigh of relief. He was worried that Rayleigh would make troublesome requests, but thankfully that didn't happen.

It will only take two months to repay the favor.

Just consider it a two-month vacation.

"Speaking of which, I actually have a request to find Miss Peony." Hawkeye looked at Peony beside him.

Peony's eyes lit up, and she smiled, "Oh? Business has come knocking."

"I want information about the 'Ten Thieves Rat Pirates,' especially their location," Hawkeye stated his request. "Their captain wields a great sword called 'Demon Eye,' and that's exactly why I'm here."

Upon hearing this, Peony pondered, trying to recall if she had any information about this pirate crew.

Rayleigh, however, became curious: "You've been active in the first half of the Grand Line lately, just to chase this Great Grade Sword?"

"That's right."

Hawkeye nodded, his expression turning serious: "That captain isn't a swordsman. He hasn't even mastered the art of cutting iron. A great sword in his hands is a waste, an insult to a famous sword!"

"I want to retrieve the Ghost Eyes!"

"May this knife find its rightful owner!"

Rayleigh smiled upon hearing this, offering no comment.

That's Hawkeye's personality and style; he won't comment on anything.

"I vaguely remember, I'll give you the details tomorrow." Peony finished recalling and said, "A 30% deposit, one million Berries."

"Okay." Hawkeye nodded and took out the money.

After paying, he left the tavern to go to the Sabaody Archipelago to buy daily necessities and book a hotel.

Around noon.

Hawkeye returned to the place where he was training.

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[You have completed one basic swordsmanship practice session; proficiency increased by 1]

[You have mastered the Ultimate Technique: Iron Slicing, proficiency +1]

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[You have completed one basic swordsmanship practice session; proficiency increased by 1]

[You have mastered the Ultimate Technique: Iron Slicing, proficiency +1]

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[You have completed one basic swordsmanship practice session; proficiency increased by 1]

[You have mastered the Ultimate Technique: Iron Slicing, proficiency +1]

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call!call!call!

Junichi kept swinging his sword, even when he was panting and drenched in sweat, he did not stop.

in vivo.

The sea monster meat he had eaten was constantly being converted into heat, restoring his physical strength.

"We're getting closer..."

Zhun narrowed his eyes and muttered something.

I've accumulated enough proficiency.

He sensed that threshold.

Swish!

Zhun then practiced even more diligently.

It was at this time.

Hawkeye returned and looked at Junichi, who was practicing his sword diligently. The ground was soaked with sweat.

But Hawkeye's expression remained completely unchanged.

Effort is the least valuable thing.

Without talent, no matter how hard you try, you can't become an excellent swordsman.

"Progress is minimal."

Hawkeye watched Junichi swing his sword and shook his head in disappointment: "I overestimated this boy's talent."