One Piece System
BEAUTIFUL DUEL(2)

Mihawk, seeing the cough can easily say that this technique tends to harm the user's body or in this case Zoro's body.

"It seems like you want to achieve things that you yourself don't yet understand." Mihawk commented. Zoro only shook his head as he jumped back.

He would not give up just because he could not complete the form of sun breathing. Zoro took out another sword that he did not use, with two swords in his hands and he started running towards Mihawk.

"Eighth fang: Explosion Explosion"

"It's so stupid!!" Mihawak commented when he saw Zoro's quick run. Hawkeye raised his sword high in the air and made a vertical slash towards Zoro to stop Zoro's steps, but Zoro had enough time to dodge to the right side.

The fast forward momentum pushed Zoro towards Mihawk's left side as he dodged and he approached his body. Mihawk had expected this to happen and he moved his sword to defend against Zoro's impending attack.

What Hawkeye did not expect was that Zoro would perform techniques that could be labeled as self-harm.

"Ninth Fang: Extending the Bendy Slash"

This move made Zoro release his arm joints to increase his attack range, then unleash a swift swinging attack forward. Mihawk calculated the normal distance between them, but Zoro was one step ahead to release his arm to cover the distance.

And for the first time the Zoro style landed on Mihawk's side arm. This trick looks beautiful at the same time terrible. The audience could hear Zoro's sprained arm just to gain an extra edge over his opponent.

"What?"

"Did he just sprain his arm? Is there such a terrifying sword technique?"

"He landed a movement on Mihawk's body for the first time!!"

After performing this move, Zoro landed sideways on the ground because the pain was too severe to even land with his feet. He held his side arm with his other hand and looked at Mihawk with a winning feeling.

From the beginning he felt that he might not be able to win, but he was unwilling to give up. He had sacrificed so much just to reach this point and whatever the outcome he would fight for his dream.

Since he could not win, it was better to do something bolder and thus he took that step. But when he saw Mihawk's arm he was stunned to see no blood. There were no scratches on his arm.

Zoro just sighed and laughed.

"You surprise me once again, son."

"What are you doing?" Mihwak was confused by Zoro who raised his hands wide and stood in front of him.

"I've already lost the duel and the scar on the swordswoman's back is embarrassing. Come on!!"

Mihawk is now more impressed with Zoro and his deeds. He admired his strength, his courage, his ambition, and even the fact that he was ready to throw everything away just so he could gain an edge and hope to win over his opponent.

Mihawk shook his head!!

"What's? You think I don't deserve the scars from the greatest swordsman in the world?" Zoro's eyebrows frowned slightly upon seeing the rejection from Mihawk.

"No, quite the opposite. You respect me. What you did just now was not something I expected. You forced me to use Haki twice and this is from a person who doesn't even know Haki. This in itself is commendable . If you want a scar from me then fight me again when you think you deserve it and if you lose then it's not just a scar. It might just cause your death!!"

Zoro, hearing this, was stunned. He did not expect such a high evaluation from the person he considered to be the main rival. After understanding the ins and outs, Zoro smiled as he retreated.

Luffy, Ken and the others were even more shocked that conspired in the last few minutes. Zoro proved himself in the duel even though he ultimately lost. Ken is the more surprised because he already predicted the huge scar on Zoro's iconic chest in his own way.

The distortions in the story have already begun to take effect. Of course, Zoro's arm still needs medical attention, but it's not as severe as he should be.

Mihawk looked at Don Krieg with boredom in his eyes as he returned to his usual self. All this time he had been chasing these people just for fun and now he had met his quota of excitement and it was time to return to the Grand Line.

He took a leap and landed a boat the size of a coffin that began to sail by itself in the direction it came from. It was all very confusing for the people present.

Zoro returned while holding his arm and gave a wry smile to his friends. He failed and he was ashamed.

"Pirate King, is there a problem if I become the strongest swordsman in the ocean? I promise I'll never lose again.."

"Hehehehe.. Sure oes. I'll help you achieve that goal too." Luffy smiled happily because his friend was fine. Don Krieg and the others were just spectators at the moment.

They had seen one duel so beautiful and majestic that when they grew old, they would talk about this legendary battle to their grandchildren. Luffy turned his head and looked at Zeff.

"Hey, if we defeat the Krieg Pirates, will you let us take Sanji?"

"Of course!! You can take him away even if you can't defeat Krieg!!" Zeff announced. He has seen the potential of this new pirate group and he happily lets Sanji chase his dreams with these pirates.