Chapter 686

The middle-aged man sat with half-closed eyes, giving off an elusive, almost illusory presence.

Even using Kenbunshoku…

one could not detect any trace of his existence.

It created an illusion.

He had merged completely with nature!

Even Kenbunshoku could not easily perceive any trace of his presence!

Because…

he had dissolved into nature, thus achieving "disappearance."

This was an astonishing feat achievable only by those of the highest realm.

Merging with nature,

as if turning into flowers, grass, and trees,

vanishing into thin air,

like a withered leaf…

Still as empty space,

emptiness gives birth to light.

"Strong!"

"Is this man Geng Geng Silang, the future Master of Zoro?"

"Terrifyingly strong."

Lu En's eyes sharpened as he gazed deeply at Geng Geng Silang's seated form.

He was clearly a top-tier swordmaster…

yet from the man, Lu En could not, for a moment, detect any trace of the sharpness or brilliance befitting a swordsage.

Like a deep well.

Bottomless,

unfathomable.

As Lu En observed Geng Geng Silang,

the latter seemed to sense it, slowly opening his eyes.

Seated beside the dojo's entrance, Geng Geng Silang's eyes opened, a pair of profound gazes turning toward Lu En.

He resembled an ancient monk in deep meditation.

The moment he saw Lu En,

Geng Geng Silang's gaze flickered, and the mysterious aura of merging with nature vanished instantly, breaking free from that inexplicable state.

"It seems…"

"Today, a remarkable presence has come to Shimotsuki Village!"

"A rare guest! A rare guest!"

His lips twitched slightly, his tone filled with wonder and surprise.

Clearly,

Lu En's arrival had taken him completely off guard.

At the same time,

the moment he saw Lu En's figure,

he had already recognized Lu En's identity.

"A top-tier sea power, merely five years old."

"Truly unimaginable…"

"A being so young, yet possessing such terrifying strength."

Geng Geng Silang marveled repeatedly.

He had never expected

that a top-tier sea power of this caliber would randomly appear in Shimotsuki Village of the East Blue.

At this moment,

a little girl of a few years old walked up beside Geng Geng Silang.

She never smiled,

utterly serious.

The girl had delicate features, short hair, and large, watery eyes devoid of any emotion—like a miniature adult, entirely free of childish mischief or liveliness, radiating remarkable composure.

"Father."

Guina's voice was clear and melodious.

The little girl was naturally Geng Geng Silang's daughter, a genius with extraordinary sword talent.

Though only a few years old, she had already defeated every single student in the dojo!

Even adults…

could not match Guina in the slightest.

This was the extent of her sword skill.

With her astonishing natural talent, combined with the instruction of swordmaster Geng Geng Silang, her sword skill had risen dramatically, becoming extraordinarily exceptional.

In short,

she too was a genius beyond the measure of age.

Just...

Compared to Lu En, Kuina's inferiority is far more than just a matter of a few notches.

The two are utterly incomparable!

Even if their ages are similar.

But if we speak of strength,

Kuina is worlds apart from Lu En.

Not long after,

Lu En followed Bear to the front of Geng Geng Silang's dojo.

"Mr. Geng Geng Silang, I apologize for bringing the young master to disturb you."

Bear remained as courteous as ever.

"It's fine."

Geng Geng Silang smiled gently.

He, like Bear, had an extremely mild temperament; no matter how great the event, he never showed alarm.

Bear appeared fearsome on the outside but was gentle within.

Geng Geng Silang's personality matched his appearance—he looked like a quiet, gentle man who rarely lost his temper.

"Who is this?"

Geng Geng Silang asked, though he knew full well.

"The young master of the Revolutionary Army."

"Mr. Geng Geng Silang should recognize him."

Bear said.

"I greet you, Mr. Geng Geng Silang."

Lu En, standing beside Bear, spoke slowly.

He naturally knew proper etiquette when dealing with a master of swordsmanship like Geng Geng Silang.

How strong was Geng Geng Silang?

No one knew.

But from merely witnessing Geng Geng Silang's harmony with nature moments ago, Lu En could judge precisely.

The man's swordsmanship was extremely high!