Page 16: - Luffy confronts Kuro on a cracked forest path. - Kuro initiates physical attack after verbal warning. - Luffy shows visible anger and resolve after being hit. Page 17: - Kuro observes Luffy's abilities extend beyond stretching. - Luffy states his pirate dream during combat. - Fight continues with mutual attacks on rocky path. Page 18: - Luffy overpowers Kuro sending him flying. - Small onlookers react to broken claws during fight. - Luffy declares superiority of his dreams over Kuro's plans.