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The sunshine with a hint of dusk breath is sprinkled on the ground leisurely, and it is easy to make people feel a sense of burnout.

In front of the cabin in the mountains, under an old cherry blossom tree that was somewhat withered, a figure sat casually on the ground, holding a quaint teacup in his hand, as if waiting for something.

Kojiro looked up at the sky and saw that it was already close to afternoon.

According to the usual words at this time, the Lord White Night, who seemed to him to be very mysterious, should have already come here.

However, I don't know why, but the other party is late today.

Is something wrong? No, probably not.

With that Excellency's strength, generally speaking, there is no one who can cause harm to him......

Kojiro silently recalled the warnings and dangers that came from his body's instincts when he first saw Hakuya.

Originally, he thought that it was just the other party's identity as a swordsman, which caused him such a feeling in kendo.

However, after competing with the other party, he knew that it was not because of how superb Bai Ye's swordsmanship was, which brought him a sense of oppression.

Rather, something else.

Because, purely in terms of swordsmanship, in Kojiro's opinion, Hakuya still lacks some heat.

Of course, this is for his own situation.

After all, in terms of his own swordsmanship, in this era, it is already considered top-notch.

From this point of view, Bai Ye's swordsmanship can actually be ranked in this ranking, but there is still a gap between him and himself.

Whether it's swordsmanship, or the state of mind in swordsmanship.

However, with that person's talent, it is estimated that he will soon surpass himself.

In this way, he felt a little regretful.

What he regrets is not that he was surpassed by Bai Ye, but that Bai Ye has the strongest means, and it is estimated that it is not swordsmanship.

Although I haven't seen it, I have a faint feeling like this.

The fact that he didn't fully use that talent in kendo is the reason why he regrets it.

Just as he was thinking this, two rhythmic footsteps came to his ears.

When I was surprised, I couldn't help but look up, only to find that Bai Ye was walking towards this side from not far away at this time.

It's just that the other party is followed by ........ Woman?

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"I see, that's why Your Excellency White Night is here so late today. Is it because you're learning swordsmanship with this Miss Miyamoto? ”

Kojiro didn't feel the slightest dissatisfaction in his heart because the other party was late, but on the contrary, he had a strong interest in the female swordsman who used the second sword stream brought over by the white night.

"Well! Just call me Musashi! After all, His Excellency Sasaki is a famous contemporary swordsman, so for an unknown person like me, there is no need to be so polite! ”

Just like the free and awe-inspiring character, there is a hint of lightness and liveliness in the tone, which makes people feel like a big sister.

Obviously, before she came, she had already told the other party to correct her overly generous attitude a little.

As a result, nothing has changed.

Looking at Musashi's attitude of not taking Kojiro's family as someone else's, Hakuya sighed silently.

Really, this character is too much of a headache.

"I'm sorry, Your Excellency Kojiro, I sincerely apologize to you for my late arrival and this woman's attitude, and please don't get angry."

"Hahaha! What kind of person will White Night be! It's not those pedantic aristocrats or arrogant people. ”

"You don't need to apologize for these little things."

"It's better to say that Miss Musashi's frank personality is exactly what I want. Because, people who use swords should be like this, but the swordsmen of this era often fall into the whirlpool of boredom and stereotypes because of some unwarranted honors, which is really wrong! ”

Kojiro laughed it off, after all, he was very optimistic about Hakuya.

The reason why he said such a thing is also to hope that the latter will not follow the trend of the world, but should have his own opinions.

"Yes, thank you for your understanding."

Bai Ye didn't pretend to be anything more pretentious, and he had respect for Kojiro, not only because the other party selflessly allowed him to use the skill of [Yan Hui], but also because, on the way to martial arts, the other party was also his senior.

Therefore, what should be respected is still respected, this is his principle.

"Well, then again. Miss Musashi's visit to this island this time is the same as what His Excellency Hakuya said, and she wants to challenge her? ”

Although it was still a breezy smile, Hakuya could feel that Kojiro seemed to be a little more serious.

"Well, that's right! To prove what I have learned, I came to this island. ”

"Since Your Excellency is a famous contemporary swordsman, then, I think, if I duel with you, I should be able to know my realm better."

"So, please grant my request!"

Unlike the usual generous behavior, Musashi asked the other party directly and thoughtfully this time.

Because, whether it is fame or seniority, Kojiro is incomparable to her.

Therefore, this way of asking people is what she thinks is suitable.

"Duel........

Kojiro's eyes couldn't help but narrow, as if he was thinking about something, and the atmosphere around him made Hakuya unable to interject for a while.

"Miss Musashi, I'll make sure again, do you really want to duel with you?"

"That's right! That's what I'm here for! ”

"So, is it okay to lose your life because of this?"

The sword has no eyes, and the so-called duel is not like a competition or competition, but a process of testing each other.

Duel, between swordsmen, is an act of gambling on the dignity and will of both parties.

In other words, we will do our best to do our best.

Even if you accidentally hurt or accidentally kill the other person, there is nothing to complain about.

Because, it's the default thing.

That's why Kojiro is here to reconfirm the other party's determination.

You must know that although his swordsmanship has reached a considerable level, in a duel, if he is hot-blooded, he is also prone to "accidents".

He didn't want this to happen and cause the female swordsman in front of him to die.

"Rest assured! Enlightenment or something, I was ready to do it long before I came to this island. ”

"The sword is originally a thing that accompanies life, so how can the person who makes the sword cower because of this situation!"

At this moment, Hakuya seemed to reacquaint himself with Musashi, with a subtle expression on his face.

He didn't expect that this woman could say such serious things, which really surprised him.

It seems that only when it comes to things related to kendo, the other party will really become Miyamoto Musashi.

"Yes......."

Looking at the other party's firm rainbow eyes, Kojiro couldn't help but smile faintly.

"Well, then, your will is already known below."

"The time for the duel is set for tomorrow morning, no problem, right?"

"At that time, please bet everything and fight in the next battle."

"Because, in the bottom, there will never be water!"

"That's nature! I'll do the same, I'll do my best! ”

The smile on her face changed back to a brisk smile, and she was serious for only three seconds, talking about people like her.

Bai Ye sat silently on the side, looking at this conversation that could not be inserted, but just picked up the tea in front of him and took a sip slowly.

Hawkers! It doesn't matter, anyway, as long as there is still a breath of air in the duel between the two of you, I can save you back, so who is the words of determination just now?

Of course, he wouldn't say those words.

Because, he knows that he is witnessing a historical moment at this moment.

Well, just be a bystander.

After all, he was also very interested in the duel between the two legends in front of him!