Chapter 70: The Storm Approaches: God Knights on the Horizon
The sun hung high in the skies of the Voidreign Kingdom, its light casting long, sharp shadows across the land still trembling from the clash between Kuina and Dracule Mihawk.
The arena floor was fractured, torn asunder by the ferocity of their duel. Dust and remnants of shattered stone floated in the air like snowflakes.
Jessie stood at the edge of the battlefield, arms crossed, a satisfied grin curving his lips.
The battle was not yet over.
Kuina, bloodied and breathing hard, stood firm — her spirit burning brighter than ever. Her clothes were tattered, a gash across her shoulder staining the fabric with crimson, but her grip on her sword remained unshaken.
Before her, Mihawk watched with rare admiration. A small tear on his cloak and a thin scratch on his cheek were the only signs of the ferocious struggle — but the gleam in his eyes acknowledged the worthiness of his opponent.
"Impressive," Mihawk murmured, tightening his grip on Yoru. "You've surpassed yourself, girl."
Kuina wiped blood from her lip and smiled. "I'm not done yet."
With a fierce cry, her sword aura erupted once more, dazzling blue tendrils of sword qi swirling around her like a raging storm. She pushed beyond her limits, blood vessels straining, muscles trembling — determined to land one final strike before her body gave out.
Jessie's smile deepened. "That's my crew."
Kuina unleashed her Supreme Technique.