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Chapter 276: The Empress's Plan!

“Lord Kaido, thank you very much for your help,” Locke replied quickly.

“Dalmesia, that's enough. We're allies now, you shouldn't be attacking us,” Kaido shouted at Dalmesia.

Dalmesia nodded and stopped attacking. He knew Kaido's strength and knew he had no chance of winning. At this moment, he also understood the relationship between Locke and Kaido; they seemed to have become allies.

"Locke, what is your plan?" Kaido asked.

"We must stop the Empress's plan and protect the peace of this world," Locke said.

"The Empress's plan?" Kaido frowned. "It's an extremely dangerous plan, do you know that?"

“We know, but we must do everything we can to stop her,” Locke said.

“Alright, I will help you,” Kaido said.

So, Locke and Kaido set off together towards the Empress's base. They needed to stop the Empress's plan, or the entire world would face immense danger.

After several days of travel, Locke and Kaido finally arrived at the Empress's base. It was a massive castle surrounded by high walls. Locke and Kaido both knew that the Empress's laboratory was located here, where she was researching a very dangerous plan.

“We must be careful; the Empress has many subordinates,” Kaido said.

“I know, but we must find her lab as soon as possible,” Locke said.

The two infiltrated the castle and began their search. They encountered many guards, but were easily defeated. Finally, they came to a huge door with the word "Laboratory" written on it.

Locke and Kaido pushed open the door and entered the Empress's laboratory. It was very spacious, filled with all sorts of equipment and machines. The Empress was conducting her experiments there, and her subordinates were also present.

"Who are you?" the Empress asked.

“We’re here to stop your plans,” Locke said.

Locke and the Empress's subordinates engaged in a fierce battle. The Empress's subordinates were all specially trained elite soldiers, possessing formidable strength. However, Locke and Kaido were also incredibly powerful; they defeated all her subordinates, leaving only the Empress alive.

"Do you think you can stop my plans?" the Empress asked, a cold smile on her face.

“We will stop your plan, no matter the cost,” Locke replied firmly.

"Then let me deal with you myself," the Empress said, a sword gleaming with a cold light appearing in her hand.

The Empress's swordsmanship is exceptionally high, and her attack speed is incredibly fast. Locke and Kaido are struggling greatly, constantly dodging the Empress's attacks while searching for an opportunity to counterattack.

“Locke, you should let me deal with her,” Kaido said.

“Okay, go ahead.” Locke nodded; he knew Kaido was incredibly powerful.

Kaido walked up to Locke, his body radiating a powerful aura. He began to unleash his Haki, his body growing larger and larger as his Haki surged continuously.

"Do you really think you can defeat me?" Kaido asked, his voice full of confidence.

A hint of surprise flashed in the Empress's eyes; she hadn't expected Kaido to be so powerful.

Chapter 277: Blackbeard's Recruitment!

She began to back away, knowing that she was now facing a very powerful enemy.

Kaido launched an attack on the Empress. His fists, imbued with powerful Haki, were capable of destroying a building with a single blow. The Empress evaded his attacks relentlessly; her swordsmanship was no match for Kaido.

"You foolish humans, you can never defeat me!" the Empress roared.

“We’ll see,” Locke said, launching an attack on the Empress.

The Empress's attacks were extremely vicious; she relentlessly used various techniques to strike Locke and Kaido. However, Locke and Kaido coordinated perfectly, constantly dodging the Empress's attacks while simultaneously counterattacking.

In the end, Locke and Kaido defeated the Empress. Her plans were completely thwarted, and she was defeated. Locke and Kaido successfully protected the peace of the world, and they became heroes.

“Rock, you did a very good job,” Kaido said to Locke.

“I couldn’t have done all this without your help,” Locke replied.

“We are allies, we should help each other,” Kaido said.

Locke and Kaido left the Empress's laboratory together. They knew their adventure was not over yet, and they still needed to continue protecting the peace of the world.

Locke and Kaido walked towards the sea, hoping to find a ship to explore and seek more treasures and adventures. When they reached the shore, they discovered a very large ship with a flag bearing three skulls—Blackbeard's flag.

"What's going on? How did Blackbeard end up here?" Locke asked.

“He’s a pirate who frequents this area,” Kaido replied.

“What should we do?” Locke asked.

“Let’s go up and take a look, find out what’s going on,” Kaido said.

The two boarded Blackbeard's ship, where the pirates immediately drew their weapons, preparing to fight Locke and Kaido. However, Blackbeard appeared, saw Locke and Kaido, and immediately ordered his men to cease their attack.

“Oh, Locke, you’ve come,” Blackbeard said.

"How do you know my name?" Locke asked.

“I am the Pirate King, and I know all the powerful warriors in this world,” Blackbeard replied.

"So, what do you want with me?" Locke asked Zhu.

“I’ve heard you’re a very powerful warrior, and I want you to become my subordinate,” Blackbeard offered generous terms.

"Become your subordinate? Why should I become your subordinate?" Locke asked.

“Because I can give you unlimited wealth and power, making you the most powerful warrior in the world,” Blackbeard replied.

“I don’t need your wealth or power, I just need to protect the peace of this world,” Locke said.

“Then you’ve missed a very good opportunity,” Blackbeard said, a hint of disappointment on his face.

“We’ve made it very clear that we will not become your subordinates,” Kaido said, his voice filled with determination.

Blackbeard sneered, "Fine, since you're unwilling to become my subordinates, then you'll have no choice but to become my enemies."

Blackbeard's men immediately drew their weapons, preparing to fight Locke and Kaido. Locke and Kaido were also ready, and they began a fierce battle with Blackbeard's men.

Chapter 278: Please, Blackbeard!

Blackbeard's subordinates are extremely powerful, and their strength makes Locke and Kaido very difficult to deal with.

They constantly dodged attacks from Blackbeard's men while looking for an opportunity to counterattack.

"Hahaha, you guys are still too weak."

Blackbeard sneered, holding a huge axe in his hand.

Blackbeard launched an attack on Locke and Kaido, his axe carrying immense power, capable of destroying a building with a single blow.

Locke and Kaido kept dodging his attacks while looking for an opportunity to counterattack.

"You humans, you can never defeat me."

Blackbeard roared.

Locke and Kaido are on Blackbeard's ship, chapter 397, surrounded by chaos.

The pirates, armed with various weapons, clashed with each other, and the sounds of battle filled the air.

"Locke, we have to find a way to get out of here."

Kaido whispered to Locke.

“I know.” Locke nodded, his eyes filled with determination.

Locke and Kaido quietly made their way to the cabin, hoping to find a small boat to escape Blackbeard's ship.

Inside the ship's cabin, they found a small boat, but it was already occupied by some pirates.

“We must defeat them before we can leave this place,” Locke said to Kaido.

Kaido nodded, and the two began a fierce battle with the pirates.

Locke was extremely agile, and his attacks were relentless, constantly knocking down the pirates.

Kaido, on the other hand, continuously unleashed powerful energy attacks, blasting the pirates away.

“These people are really too weak.” Locke sneered, his eyes filled with fighting spirit.

A few minutes later, all the pirates were defeated, and Locke and Kaido successfully boarded the small boat.

They sailed their small boat towards the distance.

"Locke, you did a fantastic job just now."

Kaido praised Locke.

"Thank you."

Locke smiled, his eyes sparkling with confidence and determination.

"However, we haven't gotten rid of Blackbeard yet."

Kaido reminded him.

"I know."

Locke nodded, a wary glint in his eyes.