Chapter 653: Proceed With Caution
Kakuzu nodded in agreement: "Yes, I have the same guess. Their actions are becoming more and more frequent, and it seems that there is some conspiracy brewing. We must deal with it carefully.
Kearns frowned and thought for a moment, then decided to take action.
"We need to catch them before they act. Kakuzu, take me to the vicinity of the Black Tower Market."
Kakuzu nodded in agreement, and the two walked out of the Tower of Shadows.
After a quick shuttle, they arrived near the Black Tower Market.
This is a busy and dark neighborhood, with an indescribable depressive atmosphere.
Kakuzu pointed to the mark left on the ground and said: "That's where the rich man appeared last night." He looked around warily.
Kearns held his breath and carefully observed the surrounding scene, trying to find any clues.
He noticed a figure flashing past the entrance of a dark alley nearby, but it quickly disappeared without a trace.
"Someone is watching us." Kearns whispered.
"We have to tread carefully."
Kakuzu nodded, indicating that he understood.
They decided to continue as planned, hoping to find where Kirito Maru appeared. Kearns thought for a moment and realized that the Air Pirates could be a serious threat.
He decided to observe and study their actions closely.
Returning to the house, Kearns found an ancient scroll (acai) which recorded the history and legend of the Sun and Moon Pirates.
He unfolded the scroll and looked at the writing.
"Weird..." Kearns said to himself.
"In the past, the Sun and Moon Pirates mainly focused on stealing valuables and had never been interested in the authority hidden behind the tower.
He frowned, thinking about the answer to this question.
However, before that happens, he needs to make sure that he and his apprentice Naruto are strong enough to deal with this new threat.
Therefore, Kearns began to think about how to strengthen Naruto's practice and training.
"Naruto, you have mastered most of the techniques in my teachings. But now we must work harder.
Naruto stared at Kearns expectantly.
"Master, please tell me what I should do."
Kearns looked at Naruto with serious and determined eyes.
"We need to improve your speed and strength, as well as your ability to grasp the dynamics of the enemy. I will develop a special training plan, and you must go all out."
Naruto nodded in approval without any hesitation.
"Yes, Master. I will do my best.
Kearns smiled and encouraged: "Very good, Naruto. I believe you have enough potential and determination to complete this task."
Over the next few weeks, Kearns trained hard with Naruto.
They shuttled between forests and valleys and worked hard on the training ground that Kearns spent countless hours designing.
Kearns took time to observe the actions of the Sun and Moon Pirates in the void.
He wants to understand their goals and plans, and tries to find out the real forces hidden behind them.
However, despite weeks of diligent observation, Innes still knew very little about the Sun and Moon Pirates.
They seemed as elusive as the darkness. After observing in the void for several weeks, Kearns decided to let Naruto prepare for war again.
They came to an abandoned building near the Black Tower Market, which was quiet and dark.
Heike waited inside the building.
Following Kearns' instructions, he tried to collect information about Cang Lang and the Sun and Moon Pirates. .
