Chapter 605

Finally, Ace was defeated by Locke. He was very surprised; he did not expect this young pirate to be so powerful.

Locke defeated Fire Fist Ace, and this news quickly spread throughout the New World. People began to pay attention to this young pirate, discussing his strength and courage one after another.

Locke and his companions continued to sail, looking for more treasures and adventures. Their strength was also constantly improving, and Locke performed very well in every battle. His name began to spread in the New World, and many people wanted to befriend him.

At this time, 27 Whitebeard heard Locke's name. He was very interested in this young pirate and decided to become his protector and let him become his son.

"Locke, you are a very outstanding pirate," Whitebeard said. "I heard you defeated Fire Fist Ace; this is a very remarkable achievement."

"Thank you for your praise," Locke said. "I just did my best."

"Your effort and courage moved me," Whitebeard said. "I want to help you and let you become an even more powerful pirate."

"I am very grateful for your kindness," Locke said. "But I still want to rely on my own strength to become a powerful pirate."

"Very good, I like people with confidence and ambition," Whitebeard said. "But you also need to know that becoming a powerful pirate is not easy. You need to constantly work hard and strive to reach your goal."

"I know," Locke said. "I will keep working hard until I realize my dream."

"Very good, I believe you will achieve great success," Whitebeard said. "But before you become a great pirate, you can first become my son. I will provide you with protection and guidance to let you grow faster."

Locke heard Whitebeard's words and was somewhat moved. He had always been a lonely pirate without a family or team; now, having a protector like Whitebeard, he felt at ease.

"Thank you, Lord Whitebeard," Locke said. "I am honored to become your son."

"You're welcome," Whitebeard said. "I have been looking for young pirates with potential, hoping to cultivate a batch of excellent pirate teams. You are very talented; I believe you will become an outstanding pirate."

Locke heard Whitebeard's praise and his determination became even firmer. He decided to work hard to become a great pirate and win honor and victory for himself and Whitebeard.

"Lord Whitebeard, I heard recently that Blackbeard took the Dark-Dark Fruit; what are your thoughts?" Locke asked.

"Blackbeard?" Whitebeard frowned. "He is just a small character, not worth our time and energy to pursue."

"But 427 the Dark-Dark Fruit is a very powerful ability; if Blackbeard masters it, he might become even more powerful," Locke said.

"I know," Whitebeard nodded. "But we have more important things to do now; we need to establish our own status and influence in the New World. The Dark-Dark Fruit is just an ability; it cannot decide everything."

"Yes, Lord Whitebeard," Locke nodded. He understood Whitebeard's words; the Dark-Dark Fruit was just a part of the path to the Pirate King. Without powerful strength and influence, even with the Dark-Dark Fruit, one could not truly become a great Pirate King.