#712 - Chapter 512: Combining the Strengths of Hundreds of Schools

Immediately, Garp turned, standing upright, his body seeming to become even more upright and majestic in that instant.

"First, let's start with 'Observation Haki'."

His voice was deep and full of power.

"Observation Haki is the power we use to perceive the surrounding environment with our consciousness. You can use it to sense the presence of enemies and even predict their movements."

"And advanced Observation Haki can grant abilities such as predicting the future."

Garp's eyes were as sharp as a hawk's, his gaze fixed on the sea ahead, as if sensing every movement around him.

"I believe you can already briefly predict the future, right?"

Although you can sense some brief futures, higher-level Observation Haki allows you to more deeply sense the flow of life and aura."

Garp's tone was not blaming, but rather full of encouragement and expectation.

"Your current perception is not sensitive enough. Continue to feel, use your heart to experience.

Haki is not about seeing with your eyes, but sensing with your heart.

Relax your mind, don't be misled by appearances."

Jin An took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and forced himself to relax every muscle in his body.

Slowly, he began to try to sense the surrounding environment, to sense the inconspicuous life aura, to listen to the faint sound of the waves under the sea breeze.

Garp stood beside him, without making a sound, just waiting quietly, giving Jin An enough time and space.

Time passed by, the sea breeze gently blowing, the atmosphere became solemn and quiet.

Suddenly, Jin An's eyelids trembled slightly, his heartbeat suddenly accelerated, as if some kind of force had suddenly entered his body.

He suddenly opened his eyes, a hint of surprise and excitement flashing in his eyes.

"I feel it!"

Jin An's voice carried a hint of excitement.

"That aura—I can feel them!"

Garp nodded slightly, a look of gratification on his face.

"Good, it's good that you feel it.

Continuing to work hard, high-level Observation Haki is the first step for you to become a true powerhouse."

Jin An's heart was excited and surging, as if some long-lost flame had been ignited in his heart.

The Garp in front of him, as he said, was his guide to greater power.

Every training session and progress was his only way to become a powerhouse.

At this time, the sunlight on the sea was becoming brighter and brighter, shining on the two of them, as if also paving a bright path for this awakening of power.

Jin An stood quietly on the edge of the cliff, staring at the distant, undulating sea, the breeze gently brushing his face, bringing a hint of coolness.

Although the scene in front of him was as calm as ever, the undercurrent surging in his heart could not be calmed.

During this time, he had devoted almost all of his time to cultivation.

Every day's training was almost harsh—he absorbed the experience of every powerhouse while integrating his own strength and skills, trying to break through himself in the shortest possible time and move to a new level.

"My opponents won't be that simple."

Jin An murmured in his heart, his eyes flashing with firm light.

Recalling the duel with Im and Blackbeard, he deeply knew that if he only relied on a single force, whether it was physical advantage or a certain skill, he could not compete with those top powerhouses.

The powerhouses of the world have been tempered by countless years and bloody battles. Only by being inclusive and gathering the strengths of hundreds of schools can it be possible to open up a path of one's own in this world where the strong are respected.

At this time, his thoughts could not help but return to Garp's teachings—Haki, swordsmanship, physical skills, and even the cultivation of mental power, each power has its unique value.

In these fields, Jin An had not missed any of them, and even in some aspects, he had his own understanding and breakthroughs.

He was not simply imitating. While integrating different forces, he gradually found his own unique style.

He deeply knew that only in this way could he live more freely and powerfully in this cruel world.

"Uncle Garp is right, I can't rely on any one force alone."

Jin An said to himself, his eyes gradually becoming firm.

"A single force cannot cope with the current predicament. These forces must be combined into one to form a comprehensive system that can cope with any situation."

He closed his eyes, began to take a deep breath, emptied his consciousness, and gradually let those knowledge and forces roam in his mind.

Haki—Observation Haki learned from Garp, which allows him to sense the surrounding movements and even predict the enemy's attacks;

Swordsmanship—From the battle with Golden Lion, he deeply understood the essence of swordsmanship, which is a power based on speed and precision;

And physical skills—every inch of his muscle, every movement, has become a part of his battle;

What's more, those forces from Blackbeard and other pirates, although seemingly chaotic, provide him with multiple possibilities.

He knew that the integration of all this meant that he must learn how to control each force, so that they could perform their respective duties, and yet could unite in times of crisis to form a torrent that overrides everything.

At this moment, a figure appeared in his vision.

Jin An opened his eyes and saw Garp walking over with that familiar smile.

"How is it, Jin An, how do you feel?"

Garp patted him on the shoulder, his eyes with a trace of experienced concern.

Jin An raised a smile.

"Still working hard."

Garp smiled lightly, without saying much, but looked at the distant sea with deep eyes, as if thinking about something.

"In fact, everything you do is to deal with those strongest opponents."

Garp said slowly, his tone with a bit of solemnity.

"You must understand that in the future, you will not only face those threats from pirates, but most importantly, you will face... the World Government."

Jin An nodded, he was not surprised, Garp's words had already taken root in his heart.

"I know."

Jin An said in a low voice, a deep light flashing in his eyes.

"This road will not be easy, but I will not back down."

Garp looked at him, with a trace of gratification in his eyes.

"I know you won't."

The two stood side by side at the bow of the ship, looking at the vast sea, as if the endless sea was the goal they were about to conquer.

At this moment, the uncontrollable desire in Jin An's heart had been ignited, turning into a raging fire, driving him forward.

He understood that he must go farther, faster, and stronger. Only in this way could he truly have enough power to control his destiny in front of those strongest opponents.

This road may be difficult and full of challenges, but Jin An felt an unprecedented motivation.

He wanted to gather the strengths of hundreds of schools and embark on a brand new path to become a true powerhouse in this world, not only for himself, but also for those who trusted and relied on him.

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