Chapter 678

The ritual lasted for several hours, and eventually, they successfully mastered the crystal's energy. They felt that their strength had been significantly improved and could deal with various challenges and dangers more easily.

"This type of energy is truly very powerful." Luffy said with emotion.

"Yes, we need to control it carefully and not overuse it." Locke warned.

They spent a wonderful time on this island, mastering new abilities and knowledge. They set off again, continuing on the route to the "477" New World.

Luffy and Locke left that mysterious island and continued their exploration. On the subsequent journey, they encountered the Straw Hat Pirates, and the group was on their way to the New World.

"Wow, Brother Luffy!" Chopper saw Luffy and ran over happily, giving him a big hug.

"Chopper, long time no see!" Luffy also responded very happily.

"Where are you going?" Red-Haired Shanks asked.

"We are exploring and just mastered a type of mysterious energy." Locke introduced to them.

"Wow, that sounds very cool!" Zoro also said with interest.

"Then, are you interested in heading to the New World together?" Luffy invited.

"Of course, we must explore in the New World!" Chopper said excitedly.

The group began a new journey, heading to the New World. However, they soon encountered a powerful enemy—the Whitebeard Pirates.

"Straw Hat Pirates, you seem to be wandering in my territory." Whitebeard stared at them and said, "You don't want to incur my wrath."

"We have no malice, just want to explore." Luffy explained.

"Explore?" Whitebeard sneered, "There is nothing in this world worth exploring."

The Straw Hat Pirates did not want to have a conflict with the Whitebeard Pirates, but the Whitebeard team kept provoking them. Eventually, a battle broke out between the two sides.

"Locke, you handle these guys." Luffy patted Locke on the shoulder and said.

"No problem." Locke nodded.

Locke used his Teigu power, controlling the elements in the environment, turning them into a gale that swept across the enemies. His power was very strong, capable of sending enemies flying directly.

"This guy's power is truly very strong." Whitebeard couldn't help but exclaim.

"Marco, you go and deal with him." Whitebeard ordered.

Marco was a core subordinate of Whitebeard, possessing the Bird-Man ability, capable of flying and controlling flames.

Locke saw Marco flying over and met him head-on; the two began a fierce confrontation.

"Who are you?" Marco asked.........

"I am Locke, a member of the Straw Hat Pirates." Locke answered.

"Such powerful strength, but you are just a pirate." Marco sneered.

"I am not just an ordinary pirate." Locke said with a smile, "My power comes from a Teigu, capable of controlling the power of nature."

After speaking, Locke began to release his power, creating a gale that wrapped Marco up. However, Marco quickly stabilized his figure and launched his own attack.

Marco controlled flames and launched an attack on Locke. Locke used his Teigu ability to create a rock shield, blocking the flame attack. Then, his power began to strengthen, a gale rose, and he blew Marco violently.

Marco saw that Locke's power was very strong and dared not take it lightly, beginning to adjust his attack strategy. He used his Bird-Man ability to start flying in the air, launching an attack on Locke. Locke did not show weakness either; he used his Teigu power to create a powerful thunderstorm, which directly hit Marco.

The battle lasted for a long time, and neither side gave way. Eventually, Locke launched his ultimate attack, using his Teigu power to create a massive whirlpool, swallowing Marco inside.

"So amazing!" Luffy and the members of the Straw Hat Pirates couldn't help but exclaim.