Chapter 613: Devouring the Void!

After the battle with Aokiji ended, a new power surged within Locke's heart. He began an in-depth study of the Dark-Dark Fruit, hoping to develop more power to deal with future challenges.

Locke found a secluded small island and began closed-door cultivation. During this time, he kept in touch with his partners, sharing the gains they each made during their cultivation.

In the first month of Locke's closed-door cultivation, he began to comprehend the mysteries of the Dark-Dark Fruit. During this process, he constantly communicated with his partners, sharing his discoveries.

Locke's friend, the researcher Aimi, provided Locke with some important information about the Dark-Dark Fruit. Aimi told Locke that the Dark-Dark Fruit could not only devour everything but could also convert the devoured energy into his own power. This made Locke's eyes light up, and he began to try to apply this new ability.

After countless experiments, Locke finally mastered the method of converting devoured energy into his own power. He discovered that when he combined the power of the Dark-Dark Fruit with his own Imperial Tool, he could produce even more powerful attack power.

After one month of closed-door cultivation, Locke's understanding of the Dark-Dark Fruit became deeper, and his new power gradually manifested. He began to yearn to test his strength, so he decided to go find one of the Four Emperors, Red-Haired Shanks.

After discussing it with his partners, Locke embarked on the journey to the island where Red-Haired Shanks was located. After a long voyage, Locke finally arrived at his destination. The pirates on the island were very excited to see Locke. Red-Haired Shanks stood calmly before them, and that unique aura filled Locke's heart with respect.

Locke challenged Shanks, and Shanks smiled slightly, accepting his challenge. The two came to an open space on the island, preparing to start a hot-blooded battle.

Locke: "Senior Shanks, I have come to find you to test my strength. Please do not hold back!"

Shanks: "Very good, young man, your courage is worth praising. Then let us have a satisfying battle!"

The pirates watched, full of anticipation. The battle began, and Locke immediately displayed the new abilities he had comprehended during his closed-door cultivation. He combined the power of the Dark-Dark Fruit with his Imperial Tool, releasing powerful attacks. Shanks countered with his unparalleled swordsmanship and strength.

Locke: "Devouring the Void!" Locke pressed his palms together, the power of the Dark-Dark Fruit gathering in his palms, and then released a black beam of light, slashing toward Shanks. Wherever this beam passed, the air seemed to be torn apart.

A flash of surprise crossed Shanks' eyes, but he did not panic. He brandished the sword in his hand, shattering the black beam into fragments. Then, Shanks quickly rushed toward Locke, his sword tip aiming at Locke's chest.

Locke realized the power of this strike and hurriedly used the power of the Dark-Dark Fruit to instantly teleport to another position. Shanks' sword hit nothing but air, but he did not have the slightest doubt, turning to face the relocated Locke.

Shanks: "Locke, your ability is indeed very strong, but you still underestimated my strength. Come, launch an attack at me again!"

Locke gritted his teeth; he knew this was a rare opportunity and could not give up. He gathered the power of the Dark-Dark Fruit again, while also throwing his Imperial Tool into the battle, hoping to turn the situation around. Shanks frowned slightly, feeling the powerful aura on Locke, knowing he could not afford to be careless.