[Chapter Size: 2000 Words.]
Third Person POV
Drum Island, First Half of Grandline.
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While the Blackpearl glided majestically through the seas, cutting through the waves with a grace that mirrored the skill of its crew, in the iconic capital of Alabasta, Alubarna, two figures appeared in the sky. Yamato and Nami finally reached the coveted destination after many days of travel, stopping only at a few islands to rest.
“We’re finally here!” Nami exclaimed with her Garuda wings materialized on her back. The choice for the winged transformation was a strategic decision to conserve energy compared to Yamato’s Geppo technique.
“Let’s head straight to the palace,” instructed Yamato, gazing towards the palace.
“Let’s go then!” Nami affirmed, and both flew towards the palace with Yamato leading the way on which window they would enter, but the goal was simple – to find Vivi’s father at this moment.
Meanwhile, in the heart of the palace, King Nefertari D. Cobra participated in a crucial audience with his advisers in the opulent throne room. The atmosphere was filled with seriousness and deliberation as they discussed the growing dissatisfaction in the kingdom and the increasing number of rebels plotting a coup. The discussion continued until stealthy shadows penetrated the window, abruptly interrupting the meeting. All present turned their attention to the newcomers who didn’t seem to want to be discreet.
In a swift gesture, Nefertari D. Cobra rose from his chair, demonstrating the agility of an attentive leader. Pell, his most formidable guard, promptly assumed a prominent position, ready to face any threat from the mysterious intruders.
“A throne room… it’s a bit different from the Goa Kingdom…” Yamato commented, her eyes scanning the magnificent details of the room.
“Every kingdom has its peculiarities, but aside from some details, all throne rooms typically have a large space with a massive chair in the center. They’re all the same to me, except for some details,” explained Nami, as her Garuda wings gracefully dissipated from her back, as if they were dissolving into an ethereal breath.
Cobra’s urgent question echoed through the imposing room, cutting through the tense air: “Who are you?” And before the women could respond, someone intervened to inform the king at that moment.
“Your Majesty, these are members of the Straw Hat Pirates! The woman with white hair has a bounty of 150 million! And the other woman has a bounty of 50 million!” hastily announced one of the ministers, revealing the impressive numbers associated with the visitors.
“150 million?!” King Cobra was stunned by the magnitude of the bounty.
“Yes, we are members of the Straw Hat Pirates,” confirmed Nami, taking the lead in the introduction. “We are here for your safety because your daughter made a deal with our captain.”
The anxiety on Cobra’s face was palpable. “Vivi?! Is she okay?”
“Yes, she was about to be assassinated by the organization she infiltrated. However, Luffy made a deal with her, an agreement that involves making Alabasta a territory of the Straw Hats,” calmly explained Nami, choosing her words carefully.
“What? Alabasta becoming a pirate territory? What kind of request is that?” Pell growled, expressing the concern that hung in the air.
“That was the agreement between my captain and your daughter, who is now also a pirate on our ship.” Nami shrugged, expressing a casualness that contrasted with the gravity of the words spoken.
“Wait?! Vivi became a pirate?!” Cobra exclaimed, incredulous at the idea of his daughter being a pirate.
“Yes, but if you want to know more about it, you’ll have to ask her personally when they arrive. We came ahead, but they should be arriving in the next few weeks.”
“Vivi…” Cobra, realizing that he could do nothing more than wait and question his daughter personally about the events, turned his gaze to the women before him.
“And what exactly do you mean by ‘my safety’?” Cobra questioned, his eyebrows furrowed.
“Simple. The information our captain gave us indicates that there are spies disguised in this place, infiltrators among the upper echelons, including council members and even several soldiers and servants. They are conspiring with Crocodile, planning to overthrow him as soon as they get the chance. Yamato and I will identify these spies, but know that it won’t be for free. At the very least, we demand a luxurious stay in this place.” Nami wasted no time and presented her demands with a determined expression. If she’s going to be away from Luffy for a few weeks, she might as well have a comfortable stay to meet her needs in another way.
“Crocodile?! What nonsense is this!” exclaimed a guard.
“He’s a Shichibukai; why would he have spies in the king’s palace!”
“It’s true, Crocodile protects this country!”
“Spies?! This is absurd!” protested one of the ministers, disbelief written across his face at the shocking revelation.
“Slander against the high council! Someone arrest these women! Guards!” Another minister spoke at this moment.
“My king, we must get rid of these women!” A third expressed his dissatisfaction. The room’s air became dense with tensions boiling among the counselors.
“Yamato…” Nami spoke in a serious tone.
“Yes,” Yamato confirmed, her expression determined. Before anyone could react, an invisible wave swept through the room, emanating from Yamato’s body. Yamato’s Conqueror’s Haki was an overwhelming presence that no one in this place could withstand.
A second later, bodies began to fall, one by one—guards from the room and the upper echelon, all unconscious on the floor.
“What is this?!” Cobra looked around and couldn’t believe that not only the ministers and guards were collapsing unconscious, but even Pell, the kingdom’s most formidable warrior, crumbled into unconsciousness before his own eyes.
As the room was left with only the king standing and the two intruders in complete silence, Nami decided to break the atmosphere.
“This is called Conqueror’s Haki, proof that the woman by my side is much more powerful than any of your guards. But don’t worry, we are here as allies. Let’s start with these guards and three ministers who started raising their voices accusing us. It’s very suspicious for them to act this way when we mentioned spies.”
“Were they spies all along?” Cobra wondered. As the woman said, they could have harmed him without resistance with the demonstrated strength, but instead, they are here with a request from Vivi; it is fair to give credit to their words. Moreover, he had long suspected Crocodile but lacked evidence to affirm his theories.
“Throw them into the dungeon; we’ll interrogate them later. Now, I want a beautiful room with a built-in jacuzzi!” Nami wasted no time and demanded her requests, her resolute and unwavering tone.
With this concession, King Cobra promptly fulfilled the women’s demands, providing one of the palace’s finest rooms. In the following days, Yamato and Nami intensified their investigations into the spies. Yamato refined her Observation Haki skill, leveraging notes passed on by Luffy. Meanwhile, Nami, with her natural shrewdness in reading people, traversed the palace, analyzing its residents.
The palace was meticulously purged of all infiltrated spies in the coming days, ranging from servants to soldiers and the upper echelon itself, where Crocodile had offered generous rewards. Cobra could see how all the country’s misfortune was orchestrated by the one they called the kingdom’s hero after hearing quite intriguing things from the spies.
Yamato and Nami’s collaborative efforts revealed an intricate web of betrayal, clearing the king’s palace of shadows threatening its security. King Cobra, witnessing the effectiveness and dedication of the women, couldn’t help but acknowledge the importance of their presence and contribution, even if he might not have liked these women’s initial approach. He was certainly grateful for it, as he never imagined he could have so many traitors by his side all along.
Meanwhile, elsewhere…
The distinct sound of footsteps echoed in the dark room filled with strategic maps. Crocodile, with his imposing presence, stared at Mr. 1, his loyal ally, with a expression of restrained fury.
“What are you saying!?” growled Crocodile, his sharp voice echoing through the chamber.
“The palace has been taken, and the king has formed an alliance with the Mugiwara members…” explained Mr. 1, maintaining a firm posture despite the tension in the air.
Crocodile’s anger reached its peak, reflected in an audible *crack* as his powerful claw shattered the table before him. Strategically arranged maps fell, witnessing the Shichibukai’s explosive rage.
“These damned pirates!” grumbled Crocodile, fists clenched in frustration.
“What should we do?” inquired Mr. 1, seeking guidance in the storm of emotions dominating the room.
“Let’s wait for the Vice-Admiral to arrive. If that Yamato is in the palace, things will be complicated. I’ve received information that she has mastery over Haki,” declared Crocodile with a somber tone. He knew that this woman would end his invincibility if she possessed Armament Haki.
“Yes, my lord!” nodded Mr. 1, acknowledging the gravity of the situation. With a respectful bow, he left the room, leaving Crocodile in a silence laden with intrigue and machinations.
On a Marine ship approaching the country…
The sea breeze caressed the sturdy sails of the Marine ship as it advanced determinedly towards the coast of Alabasta. On the deck, Vice-Admiral Momonga, a stern figure in his officer uniform, watched the horizon attentively.
“Vice-Admiral Momonga, Alabasta is already in sight!” announced one of the sailors, whose sharp eyes spotted the distant silhouettes of land.
“That’s good. Prepare to anchor the ship,” ordered Momonga, his firm and authoritative voice cutting through the murmur of the sea wind.
“Yes, Vice-Admiral!” promptly responded another crew member, who rushed to relay the orders to the sailors responsible for the anchoring operation.
As the ship gracefully moved over the waves, the crew began preparing to take action on the lands of Alabasta.
On the other side of Alabasta…
“Captain Smoker, we’re approaching Alabasta,” a Marine reported.
“That’s good; let’s anchor at the port,” Smoker replied calmly.
“Do you think the Straw Hats have come this way, Captain?” Tashigi asked.
“We intercepted that message; everything indicates that…,” Smoker replied, looking at the horizon, where Alabasta was beginning to emerge.
In a port city of Alabasta…
The sun’s rays bathed the port city, painting a vibrant and welcoming scene. Amidst the characteristic sounds of a bustling port, Ace, the fearless commander of the Whitebeard Pirates’ second division, disembarked from his iconic ship with a joyful expression lighting up his face.
“I finally made it here!” exclaimed Ace, letting his excitement shine through in his voice.
With the sea breeze lightly tousling his hair, Ace adjusted his hat and looked around with determination. The anticipation of reuniting with his brother, Luffy, pulsed in his chest.
“I hope Luffy has already arrived. I’m going to start looking for him!” declared Ace, beginning his journey through the city in search of the long-awaited fraternal reunion. His determined steps echoed through the bustling streets.
Meanwhile, in the sea a bit away from Alabasta, a shadow appeared in the water…
The vastness of the ocean stretched as far as the eye could see, a tranquil scene interrupted only by the gentle sway of the waves. On the horizon, a mysterious figure began to emerge from the depths, revealing itself as an imposing shadow.
“Hm?! I had seen the shadow from the ocean floor and came to the surface to confirm, but I never imagined it could be them!” expressed Jinbei, his keen gaze fixed on the distant horizon, where the Black Pearl sailed, visible from over half a kilometer away.
“I’ll bring you back home again, Princess-sama!” declared Jinbei, his tone resonating with the firmness of fulfilling the task assigned to him.
Determined, Jinbei, the Shichibukai, dove again to reach the black ship with the Jolly Roger bearing the iconic straw hat.
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