One Piece: Starting with Coercion and Enticement of Nami

"We plan to leave first thing tomorrow morning, so you don't need to see us off. They won't like it anyway."

A hint of reluctance appeared in Ah Jian's eyes. Tote smiled and said, "Uncle Jian, come to our house for dinner tonight. I'll invite Dr. Na Gao along too."

Let's get together.

Upon hearing this, Ah Jian unconsciously smiled. "Alright. Let's drink until we drop tonight. We'll go get Old Gao's stuff together. I know he's hiding a lot of good stuff. You're his successor in medicine, so he'll have to give you something in return if you leave."

Upon hearing this, Thoth nodded with a smile:

"Nokia and Nami will probably ask you for some favors at that time."

Ah Jian blinked, but after a moment's thought, he realized what was happening, and a look of melancholy appeared in his eyes:

"The orange grove in Bellemere, right?"

"In the garden built on the roof of the surveying room on your ship, three orange trees have now been transplanted. I can only imagine that the only thing they are worried about is this orange grove."

Seeing this, Thoth didn't continue, since this was a matter between him and Nami.

……

8 PM.

In the open space next to the orange grove, a lively and bustling scene unfolded amidst the bright lights.

The villagers, having been informed of the upcoming banquet by someone, brought their own pots, pans, and various kinds of their best meats, vegetables, fruits, and drinks.

Those who can cook are busy as bees.

A variety of delicious foods, radiant smiles, hearty laughter, and the crisp sound of bottles clinking together.

The villagers released all the pent-up pressure they had been suppressing for years that night.

The village girls wanted to invite Tote to dance, but Nokiko Nami persuaded them all to turn back.

By the time the final bonfire dance party ended, it was already very late.

Inside the house under the moonlight.

Ah Jian, the last one, had just left not long ago.

Not long ago, before the two sisters could even ask for help, Ah-Jian smiled and took the initiative to take over the management of the orange grove.

"What if you got scolded?"

"I got scolded!"

"We originally planned to have Ah Jian hire some villagers to help look after it, but we didn't expect him to take on the job himself."

Nami said helplessly.

“Jian still can’t let go of Bellemere. Although I shouldn’t be saying this, it’s time for him to move on.”

Noki looked melancholy.

Tap tap! Thoth lightly tapped the table with his fingertips, drawing the attention of the two men back to the table.

"Don't meddle in adults' affairs anymore. Some things, Ah Jian has to let go of on his own."

*Slap! Slap!* Nami gently patted her delicate cheeks. Despite having previously drunk over a dozen villagers unconscious, her eyes remained clear. She asked Thoth curiously:

"We're setting sail tomorrow. Where will our first destination be? Are we going to retrieve the treasure we buried earlier?"

“I have a deal with Rat. In three days, at the port of Kabari, I will be doing a deal with him worth ten million.”

"Stolen youth???"

Nami's eyes suddenly widened as she looked at Thoth in disbelief, "A million?"

Nojiko covered her eyes with one hand, then looked helplessly at Nami through her fingers:

Do you selectively negotiate the price?

Thoth laughed and recounted the deal he made with the rats, which, apart from ten thousand rounds of ammunition, consisted of rare items.

The die is cast. Nami blushed and looked at Thoth. After taking several deep breaths, she asked Thoth with a sweet smile:

"Lord Thoth, if you are going to make a purchase next time, could you please take me with you?"

"I'm not particularly talented, but I'm an excellent bargainer."

Thoth's lips twitched slightly, and he rolled his eyes at her: "Can you be normal for once?"

Nami's chest heaved with anger as she glared at Thoth, her teeth grinding together. But after a few seconds, she suddenly deflated, her shoulders slumping.

He could only look pitifully at Thoth:

“That’s all our money! It hurts me to see it. Please have some compassion and consider us. You have two beautiful young women at home who need to be fed!”

If you keep going like this, we'll be going out to drink the sea breeze!

Thoth was exasperated. If this girl had come at him aggressively, he could have easily subdued her with one hand, but now she had changed her tactics.

Then we can't use force.

At this moment, Nami opened her eyes wide, her bright, watery eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Thoth had no choice but to cover his face and nod.

Instantly, Nami's lips curled up slightly, and she winked at Nojiko, as if to say: See, I still have a way, right?

A mere tote, easily controlled.

Noki smiled and looked at Nami, winking as if to say: You think you can control him? He's just letting you win.

Nami proudly raised her chin, as if to say: I'm charming, and he likes me.

Nokiko blinked, touched her smooth face, and smiled gently.

Nami immediately pouted and stopped blinking.

Thoth, watching the two sisters finish exchanging messages in the blink of an eye, shook his head helplessly:

"You guys should get some sleep. We'll set off at eight tomorrow morning."

045. Sword Emperor and Sword Saint!

The next day, early in the morning.

Eight o'clock in the morning.

After paying respects to Bellemere.

On the shore, a brown sloop sailed away from Cocoyasi with its sails fully extended.

The destination: Kabari, the most bustling town in the Conomi Islands, half a day's flight away.

Ah-Jian and Dr. Na-Gao stood on the shore, gazing at the Broken Wave sailboat, its black flag adorned with a sword and staff design in orange, gradually disappearing into the distance.

"In the blink of an eye, they are about to leave our village. I still remember almost 14 years ago, when the two girls were just so little."

Ah Jian's eyes held both blessings and melancholy.

"Haha, this is clearly the anxiety of an old father. The children are pursuing their dreams, but what about you? Aren't you thinking about your own marriage?"

Dr. Gao smiled at Ah Jian.

Upon hearing this, Ah Jian remained calm. After a while, he said lightly, "Let it be!"

at the same time,

The deck of the Breaker.

Barefoot, Nokiko wielded a bucket and mop, cleaning the dust and grime on the deck with the speed and agility of an ice skater.

Nami stood at the bow of the ship, compass in hand, adjusting the course:

"Tote, turn the steering wheel 15 degrees to the left."

At the helm near the cabin door, Thoth adjusted the angle upon hearing the call, and the Broken Wave quickly changed direction.

Soon, the course was calibrated, and Thoth came outside, stood at the bow, and gazed at the boundless blue sea, enjoying the cool sea breeze.

Nami turned her head and smiled brightly, "The air pressure and wind direction in this area are very good today, it will be a sunny day."

Thoth agreed with Nami's conclusion, because the sun was already high in the sky and white clouds were drifting slowly.

"A sunny day is wonderful, the wind is calm. This is a good omen."

"Thoth said with a smile."

Do you want some juice?

Nami asked with a grin, "I'll go prepare some orange juice. Vitamins are essential when sailing on the high seas."

"Drink! It'll be perfect for quenching your thirst after your workout."

As he spoke, he looked at Nokigo, who was still cleaning the deck, and a thoughtful look appeared in his eyes.

It seems we need to find a few good trainee crew members; odd jobs on board also require manpower.

Then, he and Nami returned to the cabin.

Thoth went down to the basement level and into his room. There, on the weapon rack, were the two famous swords he had obtained from Aron, lying there forlornly.

He stepped forward, casually took a sword, drew it from its sheath, and a slight smile appeared on Toth's lips.

"Let's learn swordsmanship next!"

Before long, on the deck, Thoth, shirtless, began to wield his long sword, a thoughtful look occasionally appearing in his eyes. He quickly mastered the sword as a weapon.

In less than an hour, the sword technique materialized in the skill panel.

Immediately afterwards, they jumped from the boat into the sea, swimming alongside the boat while searching for and hunting large fish to hone their skills.

on deck,

Nami and Nojiko are also working hard to train their bodies. After all, with Captain Rolling on the ship, it would feel strange if they didn't put in the effort.

For lunch, we had large lobsters that Tote had caught in the sea, and they were incredibly delicious.

As Thoth said, the larger the creature in this world, the more nutrients it contains.

After eating, energy is quickly restored.

In the afternoon, the small boat arrived at the town of Kabari, but instead of docking at the harbor, it stopped on the western coast of the island.

Before we knew it, it was the third day.

2 PM.

On the beach, under a parasol, Thoth sat cross-legged on a deck chair, while not far away on the sand, Namino Kiko, wearing a one-piece swimsuit, was playing in the water.

It's pleasing to the eye.

However, at this moment, Thoth's attention was focused on the light screen panel in front of him.

[Self-Recovery (Slight Achievement 0/500)]

The breakthrough to the "Self-Recovery" skill, which is now at a "moderately successful" level, grants Thoth a 1-point increase in both his Physical and Mental attributes.

The body's self-healing ability has become stronger, and now, this level of skill recovery is beginning to extend towards mental recovery.

Recovery capabilities become more comprehensive.

Thoth could sense that his life force had become stronger and his physical strength and resilience had also increased.

After reviewing this skill, Thoth looked at the swordsmanship skill he had mastered in three days, which had reached the "practice makes perfect" level. Although the level had increased, there was still no attribute bonus.

However, the techniques and key points of knife skills have gradually been incorporated into swordsmanship.

With continued practice, one's swordsmanship proficiency steadily improves.

Thoth closes the panel.

He glanced at them, gripped the long sword at his waist, and walked toward the sea.

As they passed by Nokiko, a girl's voice came from behind them: "Going to train?"

Toth responded verbally, "Yes."

……

Four o'clock in the afternoon.

It's not far from the coast.