novelhk Chapter 402: Rogue Town, Showdown!
Chapter 402: Rogue Town, Showdown!
Turning our attention back to the East China Sea, Luffy's crew is already relatively complete and well-prepared, with both the chefs and fighters being almost impeccable. In terms of sailing, they have Sanji's experience of traveling around the world to support them. Therefore, their journey in the East China Sea is much faster than in the original work.
(Nami's role is currently being used elsewhere)
So, after a month of adventure and sailing, a ship flying the skull pirate flag gradually sailed into Rogue Town.
However, what is different from the original work is that in addition to the iconic straw hat, this pirate flag also has a "smile" badge, the original black background has been replaced with a blue ocean tone, and the two white bones used as embellishments have been replaced with two slanted swords.
It may seem a bit unconventional, but this is the result of unanimous discussion among everyone. They plan to gather the best partners, and each person who joins will add a new element to the pirate flag until the end of the journey. At that time, the pirate flag will symbolize everyone's dreams and symbolize that everyone's expectations will eventually come true.
"We're here! It's Rogue Town!"
As soon as the ship docked, Luffy jumped off impatiently, looking around with excitement and curiosity, obviously he had been longing for the "hometown of One Piece" for a long time.
"Tsk, isn't it just a small town? What's there to see? I'll stay and guard the ship. You guys go prepare the Grand Line's nautical charts and necessary supplies. I've been developing new moves lately... The outcome of our next duel may be uncertain, Luffy!"
Walking out of the cabin with a look of reluctance, looking at the jubilant Luffy, Ace said awkwardly that even though he had come to terms with his life experience, it would still be a long process for him to acknowledge Roger. At least, from a father's perspective, Ace would never be able to forgive his mother on his behalf.
"Huh? Is that so? Well, forget it, I'll go visit the execution platform alone—but don't underestimate me, Ace, I have a lot of new moves hidden away that I haven't used yet!"
Seeing this, Luffy shook his head with some regret, then threw down a sentence and rushed away, making the people behind him look helpless.
"This guy is still like this. There is a naval branch in Rogue Town. What if we run into the navy? You know, we have encountered similar conflicts many times in the past month."
"But weren't everything resolved smoothly? Believe in the results of our training, Sanji. At least in my opinion, the East China Sea can't stop us."
Hearing this, Kuina stepped forward and spoke confidently.
Since leaving Windmill Village, following the advice given by Koshiro, they hardly used their fruit abilities along the way, relying entirely on physical skills to easily repel the navy's attacks, and defeated some pitifully weak pirates in the town where they settled, without any pressure at all.
Although for some reason, she still hasn't seen any news about the bounty for herself and others, but in Kuina's opinion, it is only a matter of time, and each person's bounty will definitely not be less than 100 million Beli!
For a fledgling pirate group, this is almost a sky-high bounty!
Thinking this in her heart, Kuina decided to get off the ship and stroll around Rogue Town to buy some daily necessities and to inquire about some information about the Grand Line.
However, at this moment, a loud bang suddenly rang out from the town in front of them. Then, in front of the astonished gazes of several people, a familiar figure flew backwards from mid-air like a meteor, landing on the ground at the port, creating a large crater, and only then came to a halt.
"L...Luffy?!"
"What's going on? Is it the enemy? A major general or a lieutenant general?"
"Isn't there only one colonel in Rogue Town? Even though he's a naturalist, he shouldn't cause such a big commotion, right?"
The sudden change made everyone confused for a while. Just when Ace was about to rush forward to support Luffy, he saw the other party suddenly jumped out of the deep pit with a big bump on his head, but he rushed towards the port regardless.
"Damn it! Grandpa is such a bad old man! He actually waited for us in Rogue Town!
Everyone, retreat quickly! We can't let Grandpa block our voyage!"
"Nani!"
"Ka...Mr. Karp is here?"
During the years of training, Garp, the navy hero, had given them a lot of training. Even without the domineering aura, his iron fists were still enough to make people groan.
As time went by, Zoro, Kuina, and Sanji, like Luffy, began to feel a "shadow" towards the old navy. After hearing Luffy's words, they raised the anchor and manipulated the sails decisively without thinking twice, intending to leave this place of trouble immediately!
Otherwise, if he let that physical monster drag himself and others here, exposing his true strength would be the least of his worries. Who knows how much trouble would follow!
"Luffy!!! Stop right there! Go back to being a marine! Bastard!"
However, a town the size of a town is no more than a fleeting distance for a truly powerful person. Just as everyone turned the boat around and prepared to leave, a domineering figure flashed into the air above the harbor, its iron fist wrapped in domineering power rising high, and the air around it almost stopped flowing.
"You cunning little fellows! How dare you deceive me! You said you wanted to join the navy, so what the hell is this pirate flag of yours?"
At this time, Garp was extremely angry. In order to get these guys back on track and train them to become the backbone of the new generation of the navy, he put a lot of effort into "educating" them!
Not only did they undergo rigorous training, they were even taught the Six Styles of the Navy!
I thought the result would be just as that brat Ace said, that after they finished their studies, they would all sign up for the navy, but now they have secretly found a ship and hoisted a pirate flag!
If the villagers of Fengche Village had not informed me, I would probably not have realized it until Zhan Guo slapped the bounty order on my forehead!
"Tear down this flag for me right now!
You should be thankful that you haven't done anything harmful to the world. While I still have some influence, you can delay issuing the bounty order. Everything can still be salvaged!
Otherwise, in the name of justice, I will personally escort you into Push City!"
The oppressive feeling of a generation of legends was fully demonstrated at this moment. The entire port was silent under the oppression of the domineering color. Even the navy of the branch who hurried over shut their mouths at this time. Although they didn't know the relationship between these pirates and Vice Admiral Garp, reason told them that it was better to shut up now.
"Impossible, Grandpa! I've made up my mind to find One Piece! To become the Pirate King! I won't go with you!"
However, Luffy, who was stubborn and determined to die, obviously would not give up. As the boy slowly squatted down, a transparent steam began to spread around his body, and the dark armament color also wrapped around him. He looked at Garp with a firm look.
"That's right, old man. Becoming the Pirate King... No, surpassing him! Only then can I give that bastard a resounding slap in the face! I can't stop here!"
Ace reached out to adjust the brim of his hat, and a tiny flame rose up, then gradually grew bigger. The scorching temperature made the air scorch, just like the tense atmosphere at the moment.
"Keng——"
On the other side, Zoro and Kuina also stood with their swords drawn, while Sanji silently lit a cigarette, exhaled a puff of smoke, and then began to speak,
"Mr. Garp, we are just traveling and adventuring at sea. Establishing a pirate group is necessary for Luffy and I to realize our dreams. We won't do something unjust like others do!
Don’t you know us well enough?”
Hearing this, Garp's serious face froze for a moment, his eyes swept across everyone, and finally fixed on Luffy, especially lingering on the familiar straw hat for a long time.
However, in the end, Garp took a deep breath and said in an unchanged tone,
"Things on the sea are ever-changing, and no one can guarantee that you will always stick to your original intentions. As a vice admiral of the navy, since I have taught you, I must take responsibility for it!
If any innocent casualties are caused by the Six Types of the Navy, it will be my dereliction of duty!
For this reason, even if there is only a tiny risk, I must nip it in the bud!
Show your resolve, my juniors! Only by escaping my iron fist can you prove you have what it takes to become the Pirate King!