One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 653 A Showdown After Many Years

The sky was still blue.

The sea breeze carried the slightly salty scent of the sea.

The waves rolled and churned.

"You're acting a bit strange today, Mihawk! Looks like you're about to enter a new realm!"

Redhead was overjoyed to see his old friend whom he hadn't seen in a long time.

He seemed to have completely forgotten why Mihawk had come to see him.

He began to greet everyone very warmly.

Just like before.

But Mihawk did not forget.

So he simply calmly pulled out the night behind him.

“Shanks’ injuries haven’t fully healed yet, Mihawk, this isn’t a good time. He’s currently…”

Beckman was certainly aware of the agreement between the two.

Of course, he always felt this was not a good idea.

Especially now.

Beckman felt a lot of pressure thinking about the possibility of facing the Black Dragon later on.

The other party is definitely not someone to be trifled with.

Most importantly, Beckman doesn't know what Black Dragon has planned for Shanks.

But then, Mihawk had to interfere.

However, Shanks was happy to see it happen.

"What's wrong with that, Beckman? He took the initiative this time!"

Shanks also drew his rapier.

At this moment, his fighting spirit soared.

It's been a long time.

Mihawk has never challenged him since he lost his left arm.

He also misses the past.

"What was the outcome of the last match? I've kind of forgotten!"

"draw!"

Mihawk's tone was completely flat.

That's right, it's a draw.

This is not just the outcome of the last competition, but rather the outcome of every single one.

It's regrettable, but that's the reality.

They were friends, not mortal enemies.

Sometimes, it's enough to stop there.

Shanks' goal was never to become the greatest swordsman.

The identity of a pirate is above that of a swordsman.

He was a pure pirate.

But Mihawk is different.

He was born for the sword.

Swordsman is his only attribute.

The profession of pirate was given to him by others.

In Mihawk's eyes, Shanks is very different from the Black Dragon.

Black Dragon's hostility was very obvious.

She would never give up until he drew blood.

However, Shanks harbored no hostility towards him.

Their fight was more like a friendly exchange.

Therefore, it's really difficult for Mihawk to consider Shanks as a lifelong rival.

Of course, putting all that aside, in a sword fight, the two were evenly matched.

However, they also anticipate a fierce clash.

"Is it a black knife? I never thought I'd see it in person."

After witnessing Night's arrival, Shanks laughed even more heartily.

"Sure enough, good things happen when you survive, and you can see everything."

very nice.

The new world that Captain Roger never got to see, he can see for himself.

And he will definitely see it.

"It's really inappropriate for you to say that. Besides, it's incomplete."

Mihawk explained calmly while refuting Shanks's words.

In Mihawk's view, many of Shanks' actions were quite "self-destructive".

For example, this time, he deliberately fell into the black dragon's trap.

It's still an obvious trap.

Of course, people cannot reflect on themselves.

When Mihawk re-examines Shanks, he often forgets about himself.

He was also seen as a madman by others.

They also like to disregard life, especially their own.

Birds of a feather flock together.

That's the key to their friendship.

"Mihawk, let's have a good fight! Trust me, we'll both be very satisfied."

Shanks laughed wildly.

At that moment, Mihawk's lips curled up slightly.

At this moment, the two friends have reached a consensus.

Let's have a good, satisfying time.

Showcase each other's strengths.

To demonstrate each other's awareness.

Then, each of them set off again without stopping, forging ahead on a new journey.

"Exactly what I want!"