[Chapter Size: 1954 Words.]
Third Person POV
Goa Kingdom, East Blue.
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Luffy, Yamato, Shirahoshi, Megalo, Zoro, Lami, Bepo, Chouchou, Usopp, Nami, Reiju, Hugo, Nojiko, Hachi, and Kuina hurried aboard the Black Pearl, preparing to confront the imposing Navy fleet that approached. Excitement took hold of the ship as each member assumed their role.
Luffy, atop Ifrit’s head located at the bow, looked at the horizon with determination, his straw hat fluttering in the wind. Zoro sharpened his swords, getting ready for the imminent battle. Nami analyzed maps and weather patterns to devise strategies to escape this situation. Usopp checked his ammunition, ensuring he was ready to provide long-range support.
Meanwhile, Shirahoshi, Hachi, and Megalo stayed in the inner part of the ship, ready to use their aquatic powers when needed. Reiju and Hugo, with their unique abilities, prepared to ensure the crew was in the best conditions. Yamato, Lami, Bepo, Chouchou, Nojiko, and Kuina also played their specific roles, contributing to the crew’s efficiency.
The tension in the air was palpable as the crew prepared to face the Navy and protect their captain. The Black Pearl was ready to set sail at that moment.
“Everyone ready to face this fleet?” Luffy smiled.
“Of course, Captain. I’m looking forward to cutting down some sailors.” Zoro spoke confidently.
“We’re about to enter turbulent waters, but if we use the sea currents to our advantage, we can gain a tactical edge and escape.” Nami spoke, examining the maps.
“If you need cover, I’ll be in the right place.” Usopp mustered some courage, inspecting his ammunition.
“Luffy-sama, where can I be of use?” Shirahoshi asked.
“Sharky! Sharky!” Megalo expressed, shaking his head.
“Don’t worry, Captain. We’ll make sure everyone comes out unscathed.” Reiju said with a smile.
“Captain, there are so many, can we handle them?” Hugo was scratching his head.
“Just 50 ships; we’ll show these sailors who’s boss.” She spoke with a smile.
“I’d like another competition, as it’s your chance to equalize like in the last competition.” Reiju spoke to her, showing a mocking face.
“You talk as if you won; I took down more soldiers in that castle.” Lami spoke with arrogance.
“So many ships!” Bepo exclaimed.
“Bow wow! Bow wow!” Chouchou barked cheerfully.
“Hahahaha. Can’t even see the horizon on that side anymore!” Yamato laughed.
“Luffy, be cautious. They have numbers on their side.” Nojiko spoke worriedly.
“Hey… look at all those ships…” Hachi spoke surprised.
“This will be a tough battle, but we’re all in this together.” Kuina spoke, holding her precious sword.
“Great! Let’s go, everyone! Our business here in East Blue is almost done; soon we’ll head to the Grand Line!” Luffy said confidently.
The Black Pearl, imposing and fearless, began to move away from the port with unwavering confidence. The sails filled with the sea breeze, causing the ship to glide smoothly over the waters.
The Black Pearl advanced gracefully through the ocean, its sails billowing in the determined wind. On the deck, Luffy remained at the bow, his expression serious and determined, focused on the approaching Navy fleet. Aboard the Navy’s flagship, Garp watched the Black Pearl’s approach with keen eyes.
The contrast between the two ships was evident: the Black Pearl, a symbol of freedom and daring, cut through the waves with confidence, while Garp’s ship represented the disciplined strength of the Navy. The vice admiral’s eyes were fixed on Luffy, his troublesome grandson, advancing toward an inevitable confrontation.
Tension hung in the air as the two ships approached, preparing for the clash unfolding on the vast horizon. Garp, a mix of pride and frustration, observed the unfolding events, knowing that his destiny was intrinsically linked to that of the young pirate challenging conventions and the system.
Garp, unable to endure the situation any longer, used Geppo to leap into the skies towards the front of the fleet, aiming to reach the black pirate ship, the Black Pearl. Observing his grandfather’s charge, Luffy transformed, wings gracefully sprouting from his back, and took flight to meet old Garp.
“LUFFY!!” Luffy heard Yamato and Nami shouting for him, but he pressed on. No ships attacked them, so it was expected that Garp would talk to him first, perhaps this conversation would be carried out with fists.
The moment the two met in the skies, Garp shot an angry look at his grandson. “LUFFY!! You little brat!” he growled, unable to hide his anger. Luffy, in turn, greeted him enthusiastically: “Hello, grandpa, how have you been? I’ve missed you so much!”
Surprised by Luffy’s lively expression, Garp entered a brief state of reflection. “You really changed…” he admitted, observing his grandson with a mix of emotions. “I never thought I’d hear those words, not that it’s a bad thing… my grandson missing me is quite a positive thing,” he added, blushing slightly. However, his expression quickly turned serious.
“You’re different from the last 6 months, I must admit, but you’ve become bolder and more troublesome than I remember! I’ll punch you with the fist of love and take you to Marineford!” declared Garp with determination.
“I can’t let that happen, Grandpa. I’m going to the Grand Line and conquer that sea!” replied Luffy, maintaining a confident smile on his face.
Garp clenched his fists, clearly indignant at Luffy’s actions. “You’ve always been stubborn, but this is too much! You’ve always wanted to be a pirate, but killing a king and taking over a kingdom, especially Goa? What the hell are you thinking?”
Luffy laughed, largely ignoring his grandfather’s anger. “Relax, grandpa, it was a necessary choice. He tried to attack me, attempting to enslave a crew member on my ship, and I put Makino as the queen now, and I believe she’ll lead this place well.”
“MAKINO?! YOU MADE MAKINO A QUEEN?!” Garp was stunned by this.
“Yes, Hahaha. She’s leading Goa, and I put Dadan and Wool Lap as ministers of the kingdom, wasn’t it a great idea?” Luffy spoke proudly.
Garp had a disturbed and comical look, his eyes were giant, and there was snot coming out of his nose with his mouth open, trying to process everything he heard.
“LUFFYYYYYY!!!!!” He roared loudly.
Garp was beyond angry. His eyes were bloodshot, and his voice was a roar echoing through the atmosphere.
“You’re mocking me, you irresponsible brat! Who do you think you are to make decisions like these?!”
Luffy, with his characteristic smile, replied lightly, as if discussing the menu choice at a restaurant. “Grandpa, you know I always do what’s right. And Makino will take good care of Goa, you’ll see.”
Garp, furious, punched the ship’s deck, leaving a crack. “Makino as queen?! And Dadan and Woop Slap as ministers?! You’re turning our home into a circus!”
“Relax, grandpa. They’ll be doing a good job. And there’s more; we have an ace up our sleeve that you can’t even imagine,” teased Luffy.
In his rage, Garp could barely formulate coherent words. “You… You… You irresponsible! I should have brought you back to base the last time I saw you!”
Luffy, with a carefree expression, replied: “You can try, grandpa, but I’m going to the Grand Line. And if you want to stop us, I’ll show you how much I’ve grown.”
Garp, enraged, halted his verbal onslaught and charged at Luffy with the intention of instilling some sense with his experienced fists. Seeing his grandfather’s aggressive stance, Luffy reacted promptly, activating his Devil Fruit power to drastically increase his speed.
[“Moa Moa no Mi: Speed, apply 30 times!”]
In a blur of quick movements, Luffy surged forward to face his grandfather. His fist, engulfed in flames, flew towards Garp with a confident expression. Garp, in turn, reacted by unleashing a Haki-coated fist, surprised by Luffy’s speed, which had already reached an impressive level even before entering the Grand Line.
The fists collided in the air, generating a palpable impact.
The impact of the two punches reverberated through the air like a sonic boom, distorting the atmosphere around Luffy and Garp. Each collision was accompanied by a deafening roar, indicating the titanic force unleashed by these two formidable warriors.
When their fists collided for the first time, a shockwave rippled out, making the air vibrate and creating a visual distortion in the surrounding area. The intensity of the clash was palpable, and the flames surrounding Luffy’s fists danced frantically, struggling to resist Garp’s brute force.
In the second punch, Garp demonstrated his overwhelming strength by pushing Luffy backward. The direct impact on Luffy’s face was accompanied by an audible crack, followed by the luminous trail of flames momentarily dispersing with the shock. propelled by the blow, Luffy soared through the skies like an unguided projectile before regaining control and stabilizing in the air.
The confrontation between the two contained explosive energy, reflecting the rivalry between a proud grandfather and a determined grandson. The atmosphere was charged with electricity, and both combatants prepared for the next phase of the clash, each aware of the ferocity of the opponent before them.
Everyone watching the fight between Garp and Luffy was immersed in the grandeur of the confrontation. The audience, composed of marines, pirates, and onlookers, kept their eyes fixed on the sky, following every move of the two powerful combatants. As the skies witnessed the explosion of energy between grandfather and grandson, anticipation hung like a charged cloud over the audience.
“OUCH! That hurt too much!” Luffy murmured as he stabilized in the air, maintaining a determined look directed at his grandfather.
“Grandpa is too strong. Looks like I’ll have to go all out from the start,” commented Luffy, preparing for the next assault.
“What are you talking about there alone, brat?” Garp retorted arrogantly, floating in the air.
Luffy began his transformation into the mythical Zoan form of Ifrit, enhancing his body with armor as his skin turned purple, and horns emerged. Chaos flames began to envelop him, indicating the increase in his abilities.
“Damn brat, you have a fruit in the mythical category? That’s really surprising,” Garp observed cautiously.
“Grandpa, let’s continue the fight!” Luffy exclaimed confidently.
The moment the challenge echoed through the skies, an intense aura enveloped both Luffy and Garp. The chaos flames shimmered more intensely around Luffy’s transformed body, while Garp focused his Haki to face his grandson’s imminent attack.
Luffy surged forward with impressive speed, using his mythical Zoan to gain power and agility. The air around them began to vibrate with anticipation of the imminent clash. Ifrit’s flames left luminous trails in the sky, illuminating the scene like burning stars.
Garp, in turn, assumed a defensive posture, anticipating the whirlwind of attacks that would come his way. His fists were cloaked in Haki, ready to withstand Luffy’s enhanced power. The tension in the air was almost palpable, as if the atmosphere itself was holding its breath in the face of the clash between grandfather and grandson.
The thunderous sound of punches, blows, and bursts of flames filled the space as the two collided in the sky. Each movement was a chaotic dance of brute force and supernatural abilities. It was a spectacle of power, determination, and the inheritance of a lineage bound by blood and the choice of their paths. The world seemed to freeze for a moment, witnessing the unfolding of this fierce and emblematic battle.
Once again, Luffy launched himself into the confrontation, leveraging his speed amplified by the Moa Moa no Mi and applying the Soru technique he had learned in recent weeks, showcasing his newly acquired mastery.
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