Chapter 11 - Shanks Teaches the Haki Training Method

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[Dadan, touched by Luffy's words, felt a warm glow in her heart.]

[She thought to herself, Luffy may seem unapproachable at first glance, but he's actually kind-hearted. What a good kid!]

["Luffy, your bad impression of pirates is because all the pirates your grandpa chases are vicious criminals. So naturally, the only ones you've seen are the worst of the lot. Pirates aren't all bad."]

["I've heard that the pirates stationed in this town aren't bad people. They've been here for over a year and haven't caused any trouble—in fact, they've even helped many folks."]

["Luffy, if you're just asking them about Haki training methods, I think they'll tell you if they know."]

Monkey D. Garp: "Dadan! What nonsense are you spouting?!"

Dadan: "What do you mean, 'me'? That wasn't me talking!"

Another version of Dadan did it—what does that have to do with me?

Monkey D. Garp: "Ah, sorry, sorry… I got it wrong..."

This damn movie-watching system is so infuriating!

Eustass Kid: "Did I hear that right...? A Yonko pirate crew helping villagers in a small town?"

Shanks: "Kid, do you have a problem with that?"

Eustass Kid: "Don't think just because you're a Yonko that I'll be scared of you! In the future, I'll become a Yonko too!!"

Charlotte Linlin: "Mwahaha! The younger generation sure knows how to crack jokes. You've put me in such a good mood~~~"

Kaido: "These brats haven't faced the harsh realities of the New World yet! Beat them down a few times, and all their lofty dreams will vanish."

Edward Newgate: "Gurararara!!! It's good for young people to have ambitions, but in this world, strength speaks louder than words."

Marshall D. Teach: "Old man, don't mock someone's dreams! A person's dreams never end!"

Edward Newgate: "Teach!! How dare you talk about dreams after betraying and killing your own comrades?"

Marco: "Teach, you bastard!!"

Portgas D. Ace: "Teach, I'll definitely catch you and cleanse the Whitebeard Pirates of your treachery!!"

Marshall D. Teach: "Kehahaha!!! Ace, brother, you can barely save yourself, so stop talking big. Save your strength—the moment this movie ends, you'll be executed."

Edward Newgate: "Hmph! Teach, give up on that idea! As long as I'm alive, Ace won't die!"

Marshall D. Teach: "Kehahahaha...!!"

[Back in Windmill Village...]

[Following the address given by Dadan, Luffy arrived at Makino's bar.]

["Oh? What's this little brat doing here? You're way too young to be drinking!" Lucky Roo was the first to spot Luffy and burst into laughter.]

[The other pirates turned their attention toward Luffy.]

[Shanks glanced at Luffy and, for some reason, found himself liking the kid.]

["Kid, this isn't a place for someone your age. Go home."]

[With that, Shanks tossed a chicken leg toward Luffy. "Here, eat this on your way back."]

[It seemed Dadan was right—these pirates weren't bad people at all.]

[Luffy's first impression of Shanks and his crew was quite positive.]

["Hey, uncles, I want to train my Haki, but I don't know where to start. Can anyone teach me?"]

[Though Luffy had relaxed his guard around these pirates, he wasn't foolish enough to reveal that he already possessed two types of Haki to strangers.]

[Previously, when he displayed his Haki in front of Dadan, it was because his grandfather trusted Dadan enough to leave him in her care—so she must be trustworthy.]

[Haki training...]

[At Luffy's question, the bar fell silent for a brief moment before erupting into uproarious laughter!!!]

["Hahaha!! Kid, you're still wet behind the ears and already talking about training Haki? Don't bite off more than you can chew, huh~~"]

["For someone your age, especially in a remote mountain village like this, even knowing about Haki shows you've got some knowledge~"]

["Kid! Haki isn't something you can learn just by wanting to practice it, alright?"]

["Go home and drink your milk, hahaha!"]

[...]

[The pirates laughed until they were doubled over, unable to stop.]

[Amidst their mockery, Luffy remained calm, not a trace of anger on his face.]

[He understood—it was just how the world worked...]

[When the strong mocked the weak, it was almost an act of mercy. After all, they could easily kill you, but instead chose to laugh. That was kindness in its own way.]

[Only by quickly reaching the pinnacle of the world could he earn the right to shut others up!]

[Seeing Luffy's unruffled demeanor, Shanks felt a flicker of surprise in his heart.]

[This kid... he really is different from ordinary children!]

["Kid, you really want to train in Haki?" Shanks looked at Luffy and asked.]

["Yes," Luffy nodded firmly.]

["Alright! I'm in a good mood today, so I'll teach you. But I'll only say it once—how much you remember depends on your ability!"]

["Thank you, Uncle! This round of drinks is on me!"]

[Before leaving for Windmill Village, Garp had left Luffy some pocket money. Without hesitation, Luffy pulled it out now.]

["Yo! Not a bad kid, huh?!"]

["Captain, we can't take advantage of free drinks without giving something back. You'd better teach him properly!"]

["Even though he probably won't learn anything, Captain Shanks, you can't slack off after accepting his treat!"]

[Amidst the teasing of the pirates, Shanks began teaching Luffy the basics of Haki training.]

[Haki basics! Luffy had long surpassed this level, but he listened attentively, determined not to miss a single word.]

["Alright, kid, that's all there is to the basics of Haki." With that, Shanks picked up his drink and took a satisfying sip.]

[Luffy mulled over what he'd just heard. He'd learned the basics of Haki from Garp before, and while Shanks' explanation differed slightly, they ultimately led to the same conclusion. It was incredibly enlightening!]

["What comes after mastering the basics?" Luffy asked next.]

["Huh?" Shanks paused mid-sip, tilting his head slightly and casting a surprised glance at Luffy. "Kid, don't try to swallow more than you can chew, alright?"]

["No worries, Uncle said earlier that you'd only teach once, and how much I learn depends on my ability. Since I've already treated everyone to drinks, I might as well hear as much as I can from you."]

["Ahaha! Alright then! I'll keep going!"]

[With that, Shanks continued verbally instructing Luffy on Haki training.]

[Two hours later...]

["Alright, that's all there is to advanced training for Armament Haki and Observation Haki. Beyond that, it depends entirely on individual talent—it has nothing to do with experience anymore."]

[After listening to Shanks' teachings, Luffy was deeply shocked!!]

[The bottleneck he'd encountered was fully addressed within Shanks' explanations.]

[Luffy could confirm that Shanks had genuinely taught him the proper methods for Haki training!]

["Thank you so much for your guidance, Uncle!" Luffy grabbed a bottle of alcohol, ready to toast Shanks.]

[But Shanks snatched the bottle away and handed Luffy a bottle of soda instead. He clinked his glass against Luffy's soda bottle, then downed his drink in one gulp.]

[Luffy looked at the soda in his hand, momentarily stunned.]

["Uncle's a good guy!" Raising the soda bottle high, he drank it down in one hearty gulp!]