One Piece:Becoming the King of the World from the Rocks Era

"Gurararara, listening to you two, I'm feeling the itch too. How about I join in and spar with you, Li Yuan? You can owe me a favor as well."

Whitebeard said while drinking, overhearing the conversation between the Golden Lion and Li Yuan. 

When he heard that Li Yuan was willing to exchange favors for their training, Whitebeard became interested. A favor from someone like Li Yuan was definitely worth it.

Once Li Yuan grows stronger, this favor could be repaid at ten or even a hundred times its current value.

"Hahahahaha, no problem Whitebeard, once I reach the level of a great swordsman, I'll come to spar with you!"

Li Yuan wouldn't pass up on an offer for a sparring partner. As for the favor, that was a matter for the future. Right now, he needed to get stronger as quickly as possible. When the God Valley War arrives, survival will be the top priority.

If he can't even survive the God Valley War, what use is it to owe no one anything?

"Gurararara, no problem. I'll make sure it's an unforgettable experience for you."

Whitebeard laughed heartily, slightly drunk.

"Jihahahaha, Li Yuan, prepare to be crushed by me!"

The Golden Lion laughed as well, not holding back his words after a few drinks.

For once, Li Yuan didn't use Life Return to counteract the alcohol. Instead, he joined in, becoming as drunk as the rest.

After the banquet, Li Yuan staggered back to his quarters. He wasn't sure who helped him undress, but he smelled a familiar scent and pulled someone into his arms, practicing his drunken boxing.

"Ugh, being drunk really gives you a headache."

The next morning, waking up with a pounding head, he tried to rub his temples but found both his arms were being used as pillows.

Looking to either side, he saw the beautiful morning scenery of Shakky and Razzly. 

Li Yuan didn't disturb their rest, as they had been thoroughly defeated the previous night. No need to bother them now.

"Kalu, have someone build me an iron frame and start a fire underneath."

After getting up and washing, Li Yuan asked for a large fire to be set up.

"Senior Brother, it's ready."

Kalu quickly followed Li Yuan's instructions, igniting the firewood.

"Watch it here. Add more wood if the flames weaken."

Li Yuan said and then jumped into the fire, standing on the red-hot iron frame, immersing himself in the roaring flames.

"Senior Brother!!!"

Seeing Li Yuan's seemingly suicidal action, Kalu instinctively shouted.

But soon he realized that although Li Yuan was in the fire, he wasn't screaming in pain. Then he remembered Li Yuan's monstrous physique.

"This really hurts!!!"

In the fire, Li Yuan felt his skin being constantly burned away. The pain was "refreshing" beyond words.

"However, this method tempers my skin faster than being slashed by swords!"

Li Yuan could clearly feel that as his skin was burned away, the new skin grew back tougher and more resilient.

The progress of the [Sword God's Body Tempering Technique] fourth layer's Haki skin tempering was also faster than usual, which delighted him.

Previously, he didn't dare use this method due to inadequate physique and recovery ability. Now, Li Yuan could withstand the burning intensity of the fire.

It's known that the future strongest creature, Kaido, could bathe in magma. This fire's temperature was at most five to six hundred degrees, far less than magma.

Hearing about Li Yuan's self-immolation, all his pirate subordinates came to see how he was doing it.

"Wow!!!"

"A monster!!!"

Seeing Li Yuan calmly standing in the fire without a sound made the pirates shiver.

If they were in the fire, they'd have been burned to death long ago.

"What are you all doing here? Get back to work."

After staying in the fire for three hours, Li Yuan emerged satisfied.

With his body charred black, a quick wash and a Life Return restored him to his tall, imposing, and handsome self, without a single burn scar.

"Yes, Boss, we're getting back to work."

Mali quickly ducked his head and ran off, fearing Li Yuan might toss him into the fire for a roast.

"Time to find the Golden Lion for some training!"

After finishing the [Sword God's Body Tempering Technique] training, Li Yuan went to find the Golden Lion, arriving at a deserted island.

"Jihahahaha, Li Yuan, even though it's just sparring, mistakes can happen. Try not to die!"

The Golden Lion said arrogantly, holding his twin swords.

"Come on, let me see how strong a great swordsman really is!"

Li Yuan said with high fighting spirit. Compared to the likes of Qi Kai, the Golden Lion before him was a true great swordsman, comparable to a top admiral-level powerhouse, with immense attack power!

"Slash!!!"

The Golden Lion didn't use any fancy sword techniques, just a straightforward slash. The gigantic slash, 300 meters long, came flying at Li Yuan with a threatening force.

"Break it for me!!!"

Li Yuan instantly burst into high speed, putting all his strength into a strike against the massive slash.

At that moment, Li Yuan felt the overbearing, arrogant sword intent of the Golden Lion, along with the power of advanced Armament Haki.

The Golden Lion's casual slash perfectly combined his great swordsman prowess and advanced Armament Haki.

"Boom!!!!"

Li Yuan was blasted back over 300 meters by the Golden Lion's slash. Only when the slash's power weakened was he able to barely deflect it.

"Again!!!"

Feeling the power in the Golden Lion's slash, Li Yuan was even more excited. He charged at the Golden Lion with all his might, swinging his sword at his head.

"Jihahahaha, Li Yuan, your speed is too slow, and your intent is too obvious."

The Golden Lion blocked Li Yuan's blade with his left sword, striking at Li Yuan's heart with his right.

Li Yuan didn't hesitate, dodging the thrust aimed at his heart and continued his assault on the Golden Lion.

Both moved incredibly fast, exchanging a dozen blows in the blink of an eye. 

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