I, Kizaru, only came to the chat group after I became invincible

Chapter 417 An Ordinary Ball
"Then let's run away!"

Luffy said nonchalantly.

"Anyway, running away is fun!"

"This guy"

Zoro shook his head helplessly.

"You're clearly running away, so why do you look so happy?"

"Because everyone works together when escaping!"

Luffy answered as a matter of course.

"And it's also quite amusing to see the navy panic!"

"Your idea is really..."

Sanji didn't know what to say.

"Fine, I might as well run away."

"Frankie!"

Nami gave the order.

"Full speed ahead!"

"receive!"

Franky immediately started the engines of the Thousand Sunny.

"Full Speed ​​Ahead!"

The Thousand Sunny's speed increased instantly, and it sped across the sea.

But the navy's warships were not to be underestimated, and they quickly spotted the Thousand Sunny.

"The Straw Hat Pirates have been spotted!"

Shouts came from the naval warships.

"Full ship pursuit! We cannot let them escape!"

"Haha! We've been found out!"

Luffy became even more excited.

"That's what makes it interesting!"

Three naval warships began to pursue the Wanli Yangguang at full speed.

Although the Thousand Sunny was fast, the navy had an advantage in numbers and was equipped with powerful weapons.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

Shells began to explode around the Thousand Sunny, creating huge splashes of water.

“That was a close call!”

Usopp nervously dodged the cannonballs.

"These naval gunners are very accurate!"

"I'll help!"

Zoro drew his sword.

"Three-Sword Style - Tornado!"

The powerful sword wind sliced ​​all the incoming cannonballs to pieces.

"Well done, Zoro!"

Luffy praised.

"Thunder Sky - Thundercloud Barrier!"

Nami created thunderclouds to block the Navy's view.

"That way they can't target us!"

"Demon Wind Kick - Storm Kick!"

Sanji also joined the defense.

His fiery kick sent some of the shells flying back.

"Taste your own shells!"

"Frankie Laser!"

Franky was not to be outdone.

"Let them see the firepower of the Thousand Sunny!"

The laser accurately struck the sail of a warship, slowing it down.

"Very good!"

Chopper shouted excitedly.

"Our counterattack was very effective!"

"Ultimate Kill - Exploding Star!"

Usopp also began to fight back.

The specially designed explosive bomb detonated near the naval warship, causing considerable chaos.

"Elegy of the Soul - Frozen Waltz!"

Brook's swordsmanship created a chilling aura that froze an area on the sea surface.

"This will slow them down!"

"Twenty-flowered blooms—the mast breaks!"

Robin reached out his arm from the warship and damaged its sails and equipment.

"Navigation capability impaired!"

With everyone's concerted efforts, all three naval vessels sustained varying degrees of damage.

But they continued their relentless pursuit.

"These navy men are really persistent!"

Sanji sighed as he fought.

"Our bounty is indeed very high."

Nami said with a hint of smugness.

"That's enough to get the Navy Headquarters to send so many warships to hunt us down."

"That just shows how awesome we are!"

"Haha! Being hunted by the Navy is an honor for a pirate!"

Luffy said with a laugh.

"This feels amazing!"

"You really are something."

Zoro couldn't help but laugh.

"Why are you so happy when you're clearly running away?"

"Because this is the life of a pirate!"

Luffy answered as a matter of course.

"Sail freely and adventure with your companions!"

"It's quite fun to be chased by the navy every now and then!"

"And when everyone was working together to escape, there was a special sense of unity!"

Everyone laughed when they heard Luffy's words.

Indeed, although they were on the run, everyone was in a good mood.

This feeling of facing danger together with their companions is precisely why they chose to become pirates.

"That's right!"

Frankie burst out laughing too.

"This is our super pirate life!"

"Wind Blast - Maximum Output!"

He activated the Thousand Sunny's special propulsion system.

The ship's speed increased again, and it began to increase the distance between itself and the naval warships.

"Too fast!"

Exclamations came from the naval warship.

"How could their ships be so fast?"

"That's because we have the best shipwrights in the world!"

Luffy shouted proudly.

"And my best friends!"

Just then, an island appeared in front of them.

"It's Music Island!"

Nami pointed excitedly ahead.

"We're almost at our destination!"

"Very good!"

Luffy jumped up with joy.

A new adventure is about to begin!

"But the navy is still chasing us!"

"Chopper said worriedly."

"It would be troublesome if we got caught on the island!"

"It doesn't matter!"

Luffy wasn't worried at all.

"There are plenty of places to hide once we get to the island!"

"And who knows, the people on the island might help us!"

"You're always so optimistic."

Robin smiled and said, "But that's precisely your charm."

The Thousand Sunny sped toward Music Island at top speed.

The naval warships behind them were still in hot pursuit, but the distance had increased considerably.

"Preparing to log in!"

Nami was directing everyone.

"Find a secluded harbor to dock!"

"receive!"

Franky maneuvered the Thousand Sunny toward a small bay on the island.

This place is hidden by rocks and is not easily spotted from the sea.

"Perfect landing!"

Luffy leaped down and was the first to land on Music Island.

Wow! It's so quiet here!

Indeed, Music Island gives a very quiet first impression.

But if you listen carefully, you can hear faint music coming from a distance.

"There really is music!"

Brooke said excitedly.

"And it sounds wonderful!"

"Let's go explore!"

Luffy couldn't wait to get inside the island.

"Wait, the navy is still chasing us!"

Nami reminded her.

"We need to figure out a way to shake them off first!"

"That's easy!"

Luffy pointed to the island's dense forest.

"If we hide in the forest, they won't be able to find us!"

"Then we can have all sorts of adventures on the island!"

"That makes sense."

Zoro nodded.

"In unfamiliar terrain, we have an advantage over the navy."

"Then it's decided!"

Sanji also agreed.

"First, evade the navy, then explore this music island!"

Just as they were about to enter the forest, naval warships appeared at the entrance to the bay.

"We've found them!"

The navy shouted loudly.

"The Straw Hat Pirates are in that bay!"

"Surround them! Don't let anyone escape!"

"Haha! Come and chase us!"

Luffy waved to the Marines, then turned and ran into the forest.

"Run, everyone! A new adventure is about to begin!"

Everyone followed Luffy into the forest, their faces beaming with joy.

Although they were on the run, everyone was excited.

"stop!"

The navy began landing and pursuit.

"Don't let the Straw Hat Pirates escape!"

But the Straw Hat Pirates were nowhere to be seen in the forest.

Only Luffy's cheerful laughter echoed through the woods in the distance.

"Hahaha! You can't catch us, can you!"

"This is the free life of a pirate!"

After venturing deep into the forest of Music Island, the Straw Hat Pirates were quickly captivated by its unique atmosphere.

The trees seemed to sway gently, as if following some rhythm. The rustling of the leaves in the breeze created a beautiful chord.

"This place is truly amazing!" Brooke exclaimed excitedly, playing her violin. "Even nature is playing music!"

“It’s really special.” Borsalino listened carefully to the sounds around him. “This natural music feels very comforting.”

"I hear louder music ahead!" Luffy pointed deeper into the forest. "Let's go check it out!"

Following the sound of the music, they soon arrived at an open space. The sight before them stunned everyone.

Here stands a vast open-air theater, where hundreds of people are dancing gracefully. A huge band plays enchanting music in the center of the stage. The whole scene is magnificent and dreamlike, like a fairytale wonderland.

"Wow! This is so lively!" Luffy's eyes lit up. "It looks like so much fun!"

"This must be a ball on the island," Nami observed the scene. "Everyone's dressed in very gorgeous costumes."

Indeed, the people attending the ball were all dressed in all sorts of gorgeous gowns and masks. There were medieval-style gowns, aristocratic tailcoats, and all sorts of fantastical costumes.

"They're wearing masks!" Chopper exclaimed excitedly. "That means we can blend in too!"

"Great idea!" Luffy immediately agreed. "That way, the Marines won't recognize us!"

“But we don’t have any suitable clothes.” Sanji looked at his everyday attire. “We’ll definitely be recognized dressed like this.”

Just as everyone was worrying about what to wear, a little old man emerged from the forest. He was dressed in brightly colored clothes and wore a hat decorated with bells.

"Welcome to Music Island!" the little old man greeted them warmly. "Are you here for the Eternal Ball?"

"The Eternal Ball?" Robin asked curiously. "What kind of ball is that?"

"This is the biggest festival on our island!" the little old man proudly announced. "It's held every month, and everyone who loves music is welcome to attend!"

“That sounds interesting!” Nami said with a laugh. “But we don’t have any suitable clothes.”

“No problem!” The old man waved his hand. “Come with me! I have lots of beautiful clothes!”

"Really? That's great!" Luffy happily followed behind the old man.

The old man led them to a small hut at the edge of the forest. The hut was filled with all sorts of gorgeous costumes and masks.

"These are all the prom dresses I've collected!" the little old man said. "Choose whichever you like!"

"Wow! So many beautiful clothes!" Nami's eyes lit up, and she immediately began to choose.

"I want this!" Luffy picked up a red aristocratic outfit. "It looks really cool!"

“This mask is nice.” Zoro chose a simple black mask. “It suits my style.”

Sanji chose an elegant tuxedo and feather mask. "This should be very gentlemanly."

Without hesitation, Franky chose the most glamorous outfit. "A super gorgeous dress! It suits me perfectly!"

Chopper chose an adorable animal-themed outfit. "That way I won't be recognized!"

Usopp chose an exotic outfit. "I look like a mysterious adventurer!"

Brooke chose an elegant musician's outfit. "Perfect for playing music!"

Robin chose a mysterious long dress and a lace mask. "Understated yet elegant."

Borsalino opted for a simple yet sophisticated outfit. "That way I won't stand out too much."

After the transformation, everyone looked completely different. Without a close look, it was impossible to recognize their true identities.

"Perfect!" the old man nodded in satisfaction. "Now you can all enjoy the ball!"

"Thank you!" Nami said politely. "How can we repay you?"

"You're welcome!" the old man waved his hand. "I'm happy to see more people enjoying music!"

"Let's go to the ball!" Luffy said eagerly.

Guided by the old man, they returned to the amphitheater. This time, they blended perfectly into the crowd at the ball.

"Welcome to the Eternal Ball!" A lady in a magnificent gown approached them. "Please enjoy the music and dance!"

"Thank you!" Nami replied gracefully.

The music started playing again, and people began to dance. The Straw Hat Pirates also joined in the dance.

"This music is amazing!" Brooke exclaimed as she danced. "It makes you want to move to the beat!"

“It’s truly captivating.” Borsalino was also drawn to the music. “It has a magical power to make you forget your troubles.”

Although Luffy doesn't know formal dance, he moves to the music in his own way. His exaggerated movements are quite amusing and have attracted a lot of attention.

"Luffy, your dance is so unique!" Chopper said with a smile.

"Haha! I think this is very interesting!" Luffy continued his impromptu dance.

Sanji, like a true gentleman, invited the ladies in the vicinity to dance. His elegant dance moves earned him much praise.

Although reluctant, Zoro joined in the dance under Nami's insistence. His stiff movements looked comical, but also had a unique charm.

"Relax, Zoro!" Nami instructed while dancing. "Don't be so tense!"

"I'm not nervous at all!" Zoro retorted, unconvinced. "I just find these kinds of activities troublesome!"

Franky's dance was the most exaggerated, full of mechanical movements. "A super dance show!" His performance drew rounds of applause.

Usopp, meanwhile, searched the crowd for interesting stories. "There are so many interesting people here!" he exclaimed excitedly, observing his surroundings.

Robin moved gracefully through the crowd, observing the details of the ball. She keenly noticed the unique cultural characteristics of the place.

Just as everyone was immersed in the joyful atmosphere of the ball, the sound of the navy came from afar.

"Search this forest!" "The Straw Hat Pirates must be hiding somewhere on the island!"

"The Navy is coming!" Nami whispered nervously.

“It’s okay, they won’t recognize us,” Sanji replied calmly. “We’ll just keep dancing and pretend we don’t know anything.”

Sure enough, several Marines arrived at the ball. They scanned the crowd but didn't recognize the Straw Hat Pirates in disguise.

"This is just a regular dance party," a naval officer remarked after observing the situation. "The Straw Hat Pirates shouldn't be here."

(End of this chapter)