"Hey, why are you two here together?" In the courtyard, Koushirou, who was sitting cross-legged on the grass, saw Zhang Bairen and Kuina.
"Father, I also want to do combat training with you!" Kuina asked.
Koushirou looked at Kuina, then nodded slightly.
"Okay, you two can go together."
"By the way, how's Zoro's progress lately? If he's doing well, he can also train with me in real combat, just like you guys," Koushirou replied.
“Thank you, Father!” Kuina replied happily.
Then, he continued, "As for Zoro, although his strength has improved, he still can't last a hundred moves against me."
That guy isn't at the level where he can engage in real combat training with you, Father!
"In the entire dojo, only the three of us have enough talent and hard work."
How heartbroken would Zoro be if his master only secretly tutored us and ignored him?
"In my opinion, as long as Master doesn't find it troublesome to have Zoro come along, it's not a big deal," Zhang Bairen replied.
Koushirou nodded, and said with a satisfied expression, "That's right, that's the point."
“Alright then, I’ll call him over right away,” Guina replied.
"No need to rush, let's wait until tomorrow."
"Today, I'll give you two some individual instruction first." Koushirou called out, stopping Kuina who was preparing to go out to find Zoro.
“Yes, Father!” Guina stopped in her tracks.
"Bai Ren, I have prepared two famous swords for you."
Firstly, there is a more powerful demon sword, which, although difficult to subdue, surpasses most good swords.
Secondly, it is a fine and fast sword in all aspects. Although it is not among the fifty-one fine swords, it is by no means inferior.
Of course, in terms of power, the Demon Blade is absolutely unrivaled.
Regardless of the type of demon sword, it is always more powerful than a famous sword of the same level.
"Now, tell me your choice: will you choose the demon sword or the fine sword?" After saying this, Koushirou picked up two sheathed long swords from the grass beside him.
"I choose the more powerful demon sword!" Zhang Bairen answered decisively.
"Are you sure? Although the Demon Blade is stronger, the Fine Blade is not much weaker."
If you decide to choose the Demon Blade, it means you're giving up the option of choosing the Good Blade.
"One requires a gamble, the other is a sure thing. You should think carefully!" Koushirou said.
"I'm certain that I need an even stronger demon sword!"
Moreover, I am very confident that I have enough courage and strength to subdue a demon sword that is only of the level of a good-quality sword! Zhang Bairen replied very seriously.
"Alright, I hope you won't regret it." After saying that, Koushirou handed over the ancient long sword in his right hand.
"Don't worry, Master. Although I have never seen a real demon sword, I know that a demon sword is still a sword. Any sword in my hands has no choice but to submit!" Zhang Bairen said, and then took the demon sword with both hands.
The black scabbard, the graceful curve, and the simple, antique hilt make it look quite ordinary.
Zhang Bairen drew his sword with an expectant look on his face.
Whoosh!!
An eerie purplish-black light flashed across the blade, then it returned to its ordinary appearance.
With a casual slash, the sound of wind breaking through the air was like the wailing of a demon, extremely eerie to hear.
"It seems that Devil May Cry has accepted you," Koushirou said with a smile.
Zhang Bairen sheathed his sword and looked down at the long blade in his hand.
"So, it's called Devil May Cry?" Zhang Bairen muttered to himself.
“It’s a good name.” Zhang Bairen said, then looked at Koushirou.
"Thank you for the knife, Master. The Ghost Cry is very handy!" Zhang Bairen said again.
Kuina didn't speak, but instead gripped the Wado Ichimonji tightly in her hand.
"I'm glad you're satisfied. I also hope that Devil May Cry can find a suitable master," Koushirou replied.
In the world of One Piece, there are many cursed swords.
Of these, only Onikiri and Enma are the most famous.
The second-generation Kitetsu was forged by Kotetsu, the ancestor of Tenguyama Hitetsu, a craftsman from Wano Country, while Enma was forged by Shimotsuki Kozaburo, the father of Koushirou.
The artisans of Wano Country possess the world's finest forging techniques and experience.
It can not only refine and forge Seastone, but also process historical texts and forge demon swords and famous swords.
It is entirely reasonable that Shimotsuki Kozaburo, a top-notch blacksmith himself, would forge new demon swords and famous swords after settling down in the East Blue.
"I remember, Luo's weapon was a demon sword called Oni-ku (Demon Cry)."
"These two demonic swords, 'The ghosts weep and waile,' bear a striking resemblance," Zhang Bairen mused to himself.
“Father, the knife you brought to give to my eldest brother, I saw it at Grandpa’s place.”
"Both of these swords were forged by Grandpa, weren't they?!" Although Kuina was asking a question, her tone was extremely firm.
It was as if the answer had already been determined.
Koushirou was somewhat surprised, but did not offer much explanation.
“That’s right, you already knew that your grandfather was a swordsmith,” Koushirou replied.
"A swordsmith capable of forging a demon sword is definitely not an unknown person!" Kuina thought to herself.
"So, my Wado Ichimonji really is that legendary sword!?" Koina gripped the scabbard, her shock almost impossible to conceal.
“Guina, I know you have doubts.”
But don't worry, I'll explain it to you tonight.
"Now, it's time for me and Bai Ren to spar. Watch carefully." After saying this, Koushirou stood in front of Zhang Bai Ren, carrying his famous sword.
Kuina quickly regained her composure; she always took swordsmanship very seriously.
"Please instruct me, Master!" Zhang Bairen drew his demon sword and assumed an attack stance.
"Make your move, let me see how well you're compatible with Devil May Cry," Koushirou urged.
"Yes, Master!" Before he finished speaking, Zhang Bairen's figure had already flashed in front of Koushirou.
"One-sword style thunder flash!"
The eerie longsword, accompanied by the wailing of ghosts and gods, slashed towards the smiling, narrow-eyed Koushirou.
The extreme speed startled Kuina; she thought she couldn't possibly withstand even a single attack of that speed!
"Another self-created move? Not bad, very good!" Koushirou casually swung his sword to block Zhang Bairen's attack, then counterattacked with a downward slash.
Zhang Bairen raised his sword sheath to block Koushirou's attack, and then swung his sword horizontally, aiming to strike Koushirou's legs.
After yesterday's exchange, Zhang Bairen understood the significance of combat training.
Just a simple exchange of moves!
Koushirou's strength far surpasses that of Zhang Bairen.
If Koushirou hadn't shown mercy, Zhang Bairen would have had absolutely no chance of retaliating.
Therefore, when the two clashed, Koushirou suppressed his strength and used a fighting power that was not much different from Zhang Bairen's to engage in actual combat sparring.
Although there is a risk of injury, there is no danger to life.
Koushirou's long sword landed on its scabbard first.
The sharp blade transformed from a slashing motion into a side cut.
This change in technique seems to be aimed at severing Zhang Bairen's fingers.
The two men, one slashing at the legs and the other cutting off the fingers, showed no hesitation or fear whatsoever.
Whoosh!
In the moment of crisis, as if by telepathy, Zhang Bairen and Koushirou simultaneously dodged and then attacked again.
"One-Sword Style: Dragon Roar Slash!"
Even more dazzling sword techniques were unleashed in Zhang Bairen's hands.
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