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Captain Sachi was very surprised after hearing this and said, "What mysterious power?"

Locke thought for a moment and said, "Actually, this power is not easy to explain, but I can tell you that this power allows me to control some strange abilities, such as making objects levitate in the air."

After listening, Captain Thatch remained silent for a moment before saying, "Then can you use this power to help us defeat Kaido?"

Locke nodded and said, "Yes, I can give it a try." VI.

Chapter 295: I need a sword technique!

Locke spent a few days on Captain Satch's ship, during which time he introduced his abilities to the crew and trained with them. Although Locke was very powerful, he knew he still needed to continuously improve his strength in order to better protect himself and his companions in future adventures.

One day, Captain Thacker summoned all his crew to the deck and said, "Good morning, everyone. I have good news and bad news. '413'..."

"The good news is that we have received reliable information that Kaido's fleet is anchored in the northern seas. This means we have a chance to capture him and avenge our comrades."

The crew members began to get excited; they longed to avenge their comrades, and at the same time, they yearned for more wealth and glory in this perilous world.

"However, the bad news is that Kaido's fleet has great strength and advanced weapons, so it won't be easy for us to defeat them."

The crew was starting to feel discouraged, but Captain Satch said, "But we have Locke."

All the crew members looked at Locke. They knew Locke was very powerful, but they also knew that he was not strong enough to defeat Kaido's fleet alone.

Captain Sachi explained, "Locke's ability is very special; he can control some strange abilities, such as making objects levitate in the air. This ability could be of great help to our battle."

"That's great!" the crew members exclaimed excitedly.

Locke was silent for a moment, then said, "Captain Sachi, I need greater strength to better protect us."

"What do you need?" Captain Satch asked.

"I need a sword technique so that I can better control my abilities and be more flexible in battle."

Captain Sachi nodded and said, "I know someone, one of the top swordsmen, his name is Ace, we can go find him."

“Ace?” Locke was somewhat surprised to hear the name. He knew that Ace was an excellent swordsman, but he had also heard that he had retired from the martial arts world for many years and rarely showed himself.

And so, their journey to find Ace began. After several days at sea, they finally arrived at a small island called "Windmill Village"... Captain Sachi told Locke that Ace lived on this island.

They entered the village, searching everywhere for Ace. Finally, they came to a small courtyard. Inside, a young man was practicing swordsmanship; his skill was so refined that it was truly awe-inspiring.

"Is this Ace?" Locke asked.

Captain Satch nodded and said, "That's right."

Locke stepped forward to greet Ace, who responded in a friendly manner. Captain Sachi introduced Locke to Ace, mentioning his strength and mysterious abilities.

After hearing this, Ace showed a surprised expression and said, "I see. Your strength is completely different from what I imagined."

0.6 Locke smiled and said, "I don't know where this ability comes from, but I think it's very useful."

“It is indeed very useful.” Ace nodded. “However, if you want to survive in the pirate world, you will need to learn some other skills.”

Locke nodded and said, "That's what I think too."

Chapter 296: Ace's Guidance!

So Ace began to teach Locke swordsmanship. His swordsmanship was exquisite, and Locke found it very beneficial. Ace also taught Locke other techniques, such as how to observe the enemy and how to regulate one's breathing.

Ace and Locke practiced swordsmanship in the courtyard of Windmill Village. Ace's swordsmanship was skillful and exquisite, while Locke honed his skills under Ace's guidance.

“Locke, your swordsmanship needs more practice,” Ace said to Locke. “Your foundation is good, but to master more advanced swordsmanship, you need more practice.”

Locke nodded and said, "I will do my best."

Ace smiled, then drew his sword, ready to spar with Locke. His swordsmanship was incredibly fast, the blade whistling through the air, while Locke dodged each attack like a nimble cat.

Their swordplay grew increasingly fierce, each swing carrying the force of a raging storm. Locke sensed Ace's immense strength, but he was not to be outdone, each attack brimming with power.

Suddenly, Ace made a careless move, and Locke seized the opportunity to counterattack, stabbing Ace in the chest with his sword.

"Excellent!" Ace exclaimed. "Your swordsmanship has improved very quickly."

Locke smiled slightly and said, "This is all thanks to your guidance."

Ace patted Locke on the shoulder and said, "Don't give up, you still need to keep practicing."

Locke nodded, and then they continued to spar for a while until it gradually got dark.

When they finished their sparring, Captain Sachi was already waiting for them.

"Ace, thank you for your guidance," Locke said to Ace.

“You’re welcome, Locke. You’re a very talented young man,” Ace replied.

Captain Sachi walked over and said, "We must leave this island as soon as possible. Kaido's fleet is anchored in the northern waters, and we need to capture him."

Upon hearing Kaido's name, Locke and Captain Thatch felt a chill run down their spines. Kaido was one of the Four Emperors, possessing immense strength and power, and his fleet was one of the most terrifying forces in the pirate world. Locke and Captain Thatch knew that defeating him would be an extremely dangerous adventure.

Ace noticed the expressions on Locke and Captain Thatch's faces. Knowing how terrifying Kaido was, he said, "Defeating Kaido is not an easy task. He possesses immense strength and advanced weaponry. We must be fully prepared to have any chance of victory."

Locke asked, "What suggestions do you have?"

Ace thought for a moment, then said, "First, we must know Kaido's strength and fighting style. Only by understanding his weaknesses and habits can we develop a targeted battle strategy."

Captain Sachi nodded in agreement, saying, "This is very important. We need to gather as much information as possible about Kaido."

Ace continued, "Secondly, we need to consider the battlefield and environment. Kaido's fleet fights from their ships, so we need to make the most of the environment and terrain to weaken their strength."

Locke, somewhat puzzled, asked, "For example, how to utilize the environment and terrain?"

Ace explained, "For example, we can use the waves and currents to affect Kaido's ships, creating chaos and opportunities. We can also find some obstacles and cover to avoid Kaido's weapon attacks."

Captain Satch nodded in understanding and said, "That makes a lot of sense."

Ace continued, "Third, we need to consider organization and command. In battle, we need a clear command system to avoid chaos and internal conflicts."

Captain Satch nodded in agreement and said, "We will organize the command system."

Ace continued, "Finally, we need to increase our strength. Kaido is an extremely powerful enemy, and we need to improve our strength as much as possible to meet his challenge."

Chapter 297: Brooke's Advice!

Locke, Captain Thatch, and their crew left Windmill Village and headed north to search for Kaido's fleet. On their journey, they encountered a mysterious pirate named Brook. Brook was a skeletal man who had experienced numerous deaths and resurrections before finally joining the Straw Hat Pirates. He told Locke and Captain Thatch that Kaido was incredibly powerful, and that he had been defeated by Kaido in a previous battle.

“Kaido is a troublesome character,” Brook said. “He has great strength and a large fleet, so he won’t be easy to deal with.”

Locke frowned and asked, "So what should we do?"

“We need to develop a targeted battle plan,” Captain Satch said. “We need to understand his weaknesses and habits in order to gain the upper hand in the battle.”

“That’s right, I agree with the captain’s point of view,” Brooke nodded in agreement.

Locke and Captain Thatch began researching Kaido, gathering information on his battle records and fighting habits. After several days of gathering, they obtained a great deal of useful information, including Kaido's strength and weaponry.

"Kaido's strength is indeed very powerful. He once fought another Yonko, Whitebeard, in the New World and was even able to destroy an entire island in a single battle," Captain Thatch said.

"His weaponry is also extremely powerful, possessing the most advanced weapons and warships in the pirate world," Locke added.

"So how should we deal with this?" Brooke asked.

“First, we need to understand his weaknesses and habits,” Captain Sachi said. “Only by understanding his weaknesses and habits can we develop a targeted battle strategy.”

“We need to use the environment and terrain to weaken their strength,” Locke continued. “For example, we can use the waves and currents to affect Kaido’s ships, creating chaos and opportunities. We can also find some obstacles and cover to avoid Kaido’s weapon attacks.”

“Secondly, we need to consider organization and command,” Ace joined the conversation. “In battle, we need a clear command system to avoid chaos and internal conflicts.”

“We need to develop a clear operational plan so that everyone knows their mission and responsibilities,” Captain Satch added.

“We also need a clear division of labor so that everyone can leverage their strengths and abilities,” Locke added to the conversation.

"Finally, we need to improve our strength," Ace said. "Kaido is an extremely powerful enemy, and we need to improve our strength as much as possible in order to meet his challenge."

“We need to undergo thorough training to improve our combat capabilities,” Captain Satch said. “We also need to find as many powerful weapons and equipment as possible.”

“However, we are pressed for time,” Brook reminded us. “Kaido’s fleet could appear at any moment, and we need to prepare as soon as possible.”

“That’s right, we need to act quickly.” Locke agreed with Brooke. “Captain, how do you feel about our current strength and preparations?”

Captain Sachi pondered for a moment, then said, "Our strength still needs further improvement, but we already have a basic battle plan. Now what we need to do is act quickly and make full use of this time to prepare."

Chapter 298: Challenging Kaido Again!

“So what should we do now?” Locke asked.

“First, we need to train and improve our strength,” Ace said. “We also need to find some powerful weapons and equipment to enhance our combat effectiveness.”

"At the same time, we need to gather more intelligence on Kaido to understand his strength and the situation of his fleet," Captain Thatch continued. "We can learn as much as possible about his combat records and find out his weaknesses and habits."

“We can also look for allies and partners who can help us,” Brooke suggested. “No one can fight alone in this world. We need to make as many powerful allies and partners as possible.”

“Alright, it’s decided then.” Captain Saqi made the decision. “We’ll begin training and intelligence gathering, while also seeking allies and partners. We need to prepare as quickly as possible and maximize our strength and equipment before Kaido’s fleet appears.”

Thus began Locke and the others' intensive and structured training. They spent some time at sea, constantly sparring and engaging in practical combat to improve their fighting skills and techniques. Ace taught them more advanced swordsmanship and combat techniques, Captain Sachi guided them on organization and command, and Brook taught them music and dance to help them relax and maintain peak condition.

Locke and the others spent long days at sea, constantly training and improving their strength and skills. They gathered all sorts of intelligence about Kaido, learning about his strength and his fleet. Finally, they were ready to challenge Kaido.

Locke and the others steered their ship toward the waters where Kaido was. The waters were turbulent and fraught with danger and the unknown, but Locke and the others did not back down; they were filled with determination and confidence.

"Kaido, we're here!" Locke shouted. "We challenge you!"