Chapter 282

However.

In contrast to the Lu En before him.

Aokiji could only sigh helplessly and shake his head.

With Lu En's monstrous talent and potential…

He'd likely master two-color Haki within a month.

"After all, this kid Lu En…"

"Is the most terrifying monster the sea has ever seen!"

"A once-in-a-century prodigy!"

He thought to himself thus.

"A training camp led by Admiral Zefa as chief instructor?"

Hearing the name Zefa, Lu En suddenly felt a flicker of interest.

If that were truly the case…

Soon,

He would smoothly master two-color Haki!

At that time, he…

Could leap forward and become a true, genuine powerhouse of this sea!

As is well known.

Only by mastering two-color Haki can one be considered a formidable powerhouse.

And currently, Lu En clearly still falls short of the title "powerhouse."

Next,

Aokiji lazily left the harbor shore and returned to his residence.

Watching Aokiji's departing figure, Lu En stood there, face full of anticipation.

If he were to study under Zefa…

His speed in mastering two-color Haki would clearly accelerate greatly!

"Training camp…"

"I wonder which future pillars of the Navy will be in this session's training camp?"

Lu En's eyes narrowed slightly, his gaze flickering.

Zefa's training camp has, over the years, produced countless strong mid-tier officers for the Navy.

Among them,

Borsalino, Sakazuki, Aokiji, and countless other new-generation Navy powerhouses, all studied under Zefa and were meticulously trained by him.

It goes without saying.

Just how extraordinary and significant the Navy's training camp truly is.

Over these years,

The vast majority of the Navy's mid-tier powerhouses have emerged from Zefa's training camp.

Not long after,

Major Bokato, a trusted subordinate of Captain Kapu, walked step by step up to Lu En's side.

He said: "Mr. Lu En, General Kapu has urgent matters to report to the Admiral's office. Therefore, I have been entrusted with arranging your quarters in full."

"Good."

Lu En nodded.

Having just returned to the Navy Headquarters Marineford, Kapu naturally had many tedious matters to handle.

Lu En understood this.

So,

Under Bokato's guidance, Lu En thoroughly toured the interior of Marineford.

Everywhere they passed…

Marines were everywhere.

Navy officers, rare to encounter outside, were as numerous as hairs here in Marineford.

Every two steps, they encountered a Navy officer clad in the Justice coat.

These Navy officers all seemed to recognize Bokato; upon seeing him, they all smiled warmly, appearing friendly and respectful.

Simply because…

Bokato was Captain Kapu's trusted subordinate.

Not because Bokato held the mere rank of Navy Major.

A Navy Major's rank alone, within Marineford Headquarters, was but a lowly ant among the masses.

Rather…

It was the status of being Captain Kapu's sole trusted subordinate that granted Bokato extraordinary prestige, earning him envy and admiration from countless Navy comrades.

"Marineford's area is extremely vast, divided into residential zones, mission zones, training zones, firing ranges, civilian districts, Navy barracks, and more."

"Here, economic resources are no less abundant than on any other island…"

As they walked, Bokato gave Lu En a detailed introduction.

Gradually,

Through Bokato's explanations, Lu En gained a superficial understanding of Marineford's details.

"The place I'm now taking you, Mr. Lu En, is the Navy barracks."

Moments later.

Lu En arrived smoothly at the naval dormitory that Bokato had described.

A cluster of buildings rose high into the clouds, densely packed, countless in number, arranged in perfect order across this region.

Estimating…

There were no fewer than thirty buildings in this complex!

The naval dormitory had a full thirty buildings!

It goes without saying.

Marineford must house countless naval personnel!

At least several hundred thousand!

As the navy's main headquarters, Marineford naturally needed to stockpile naval power capable of making the entire sea tremble.

"Mr. Lu En, I've taken care of everything for you."

"Starting today, your residence will be here."

"A private dormitory."

"If you find it unsuitable, let me know—I'll arrange with the higher-ups to find you a more satisfactory place."

Bokato treated Lu En with great respect.

Not merely because Lu En was Captain Kapu's grandson.

And also…

Bokato, once knocked out in three punches, naturally couldn't help but feel genuine admiration and reverence for Lu En, this terrifying prodigy who was only four years old.

"No need. I think this place is fine."

"Surrounded by mountains and water…"

"With birdsong and blooming flowers."

Lu En smiled and took the key Bokato offered.

Then.

He stepped forward and entered his own private dormitory.

Generally speaking.

New recruits joining the navy naturally could not have private dormitories—they lived in communal barracks. Only after becoming a naval non-commissioned officer could one apply upward for a private dormitory.

But Lu En could not be compared to ordinary navy soldiers.