"Reality? I remember... I fell down the stairs, the grindstone, the ladder... and then fell asleep in a warm place. I... died?"

After being stunned for a long time, the dead memories were gradually revived and constantly attacked Kuina's mind. It was not until a long time later that she accepted this incredible reality.

"How is it possible? I should have been dead, why am I still alive?!"

Obviously, this situation beyond common sense and logic was enough to make her brain burn for a long time.

"No need to be confused, no need to doubt, you are really alive in this world now. To be precise, you have returned to reality from the underworld."

"Who... are you?"

"Good question, but it doesn't matter. Do you want to come with me? Realize your unfinished vision before you died..."

The exquisite and complex patterns spun wildly, and Kuina was shocked all over, and she had already appeared in the world of black and red. In the constantly interweaving blades, her eyes were firm.

…

Outside the door, the impatient Zoro's mouth twitched. He waited for a long time but didn't hear any strange noises, let alone familiar voices, which undoubtedly increased his distrust.

"Master, don't let them go on making trouble. Don't you understand that the dead can't be resurrected..."

Before he finished speaking, he heard a creaking sound, and the door in front of him slowly opened. Huayue smiled, and the white-clothed figure behind him knelt on the ground, revealing a smart look in his straight back and resolute eyes.

"Resurrection... Resurrection!!!"

At this moment, Roronoa Zoro's mouth could stuff an apple, and Koshiro, who was trying to give it a try, was even more shocked.

"Kuina, is it really Kuina?"

"It's me, father, I'm back from the underworld."

After a moment of silence, Song Shiro's eyes were filled with tears. Whether it was his tone or his eyes, this was definitely not a sign of disguise or imitation.

There is no doubt that the child in front of him is indeed his only daughter, Kuina.

Clap clap clap!

The crisp and loud applause interrupted this touching reunion. Hiyori beside him had a complicated expression, and for a moment, she didn't know what she was thinking.

"Yes, yes, let's wait for the reminiscence for a while. It's better to close the door. Such a shocking story will be treated as an alien by others..."

"It's okay to spread it in Shimotsuki Village, but once it gets to the ears of the navy or the world government, and they know that we have been here, this village will be in big trouble."

This is really true. If the members of the World Government know that Huayue's ship has stayed in the East China Sea, I am afraid they will immediately dispatch warships to destroy it.

I can't beat the Four Emperors, but I can't beat you? Send ten warships over, and the whole village will be yours!

"Indeed."

Koshiro looked around and found many dojo students lying on the wall to eavesdrop and watch, and even more were Shimotsuki villagers ready to go at any time.

After everyone sat down, Kuina opened her mouth and stunned Koshiro and Zoro.

"Father, I want to leave Shimotsuki Village, I want to see a wider world, I want to learn from stronger opponents, I want to become the strongest female swordsman!"

Faced with Kuina's request, Koshiro hesitated for a while and shook his head helplessly.

"Are you too impatient? This is not a goal that can be achieved in a short time. In the village..."

"In the village, I can no longer make any further progress. My progress is getting slower and slower. I am almost reaching my limit."

"That is why I want to leave the village and fight with the strong. This will make me stronger and stronger, and I will overcome the weakness of a female swordsman."

"If I delay like this, I will really be surpassed by Zoro, right?"

Seeing Kuina looking at him, Zoro did not react for a while, but then he roared at her.

"What's wrong! What's wrong with being surpassed by me? Are you dissatisfied with being surpassed by me? I inherited the Wado Ichimonji from my master with the determination to make my name resound through heaven..."

"But, the first thing you said after you came back to life was to leave the village. What's the point of my persistence!"

"Strong enemies, friends, my goal has never changed. I want to surpass all swordsmen and become the strongest swordsman in the world. This is the goal I pursue in my life..."

"How can I give up after I have died once!"

At this time, there was a dead silence in the reception room, and the vision was blurred at some point. When Zoro reacted, he realized that it was the tears in his eyes.

"Damn it, I'll give you back your sword. I will never forgive you!"

"So, I still regard you as my lifelong enemy, Roronoa Zoro..."Throwing Wado Ichimonji aside, Zoro ran out of the dojo like a fly. Koshiro was silent for a long time and said softly.

"Have you made up your mind?"

"Well, if I stay here, my father and others will be distressed. A resurrected existence will be regarded as a complete alien by others. Even if others don't say it, their attitude will change unconsciously."

Taking up the Wado Ichimonji thrown on the ground by Zoro, Kuina presented it with both hands with a firm expression.

"Wado Ichimonji, this sword will be given to Zoro. Please tell him for me, father..."

Until then, Koshiro nodded slightly, his eyes fell on the lazy Kagetsu.

"Anyway, thank you for resurrecting Kuina from the underworld and giving her another chance to realize her dream. I am grateful."

"No need to be polite. I have my own considerations. Moreover, this may not be a bad thing for the Shimotsuki clan."

Hanazuki waved her hand slightly, and a black robe was draped over Kuina. After everyone disappeared, Koshiro sighed deeply, picked up the Wado Ichimonji and walked out of the village.

Outside Shimotsuki Village, the stream was clear and the silence away from the human habitation calmed the sulky heart a little.

"It's still the same as before. When I encounter troubles, I come here to swing the sword and try to let the sweat forget the troubles, Zoro."

Zoro said nothing, but swung the wooden sword faster, until the pure white and simple Wado Ichimonji appeared, which made him stunned.

"What? Kuina didn't take her sword with her?"

"Ah, she asked me to tell you that one day in the future, you and her must stand at the top of the swordsmanship. Don't fail before that. Kuina is waiting for you at the top."

After saying this, Zoro was silent for a moment, and a crazy smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"Wait for me at the top, I'm afraid it's me who's waiting for her at the top. Wait, I must become the world's strongest swordsman before I'm thirty, be prepared to be defeated by me!"