One Piece: The user of the Nen-Nen Fruit, who overturned the sea.

Faced with Tezzolo's straightforward answer.

Ginny was clearly taken aback. She looked at Roy, then at the bear, and suddenly understood something.

"You...are here to invite Xiong to join us?"

She was indeed very clever and immediately guessed Roy's purpose.

Roy nodded.

"Yes.

The strength and potential of bears can be very helpful to us.

More importantly, he is a respectable person.

Ginny was silent for a moment, then turned to the bear.

"Bear, what do you think?"

The bear put down its cutlery and said in a low voice.

I refused.

"Ginny, I don't want us to get involved in any more fighting and conflict."

"But……"

Ginny bit her lip.

"Bear, you have nightmares every night about the Valley of the Gods."

Even though you don't say it, I know you can't let go of the past.

The bear's body trembled slightly.

Ginny continued,

"Moreover, Ivan said when he left that running away wouldn't solve the problem."

The world needs to change, and we all have a responsibility.

She looked at Roy:

"Captain Roy, if Bear joins you, can you protect him?"

The world government has been searching for him because of his bloodline…

"I can guarantee that."

Roy said solemnly,

"On my ship, he is our partner."

Anyone who wants to harm my friends will have to get past me first.

Ginny nodded, then looked at the bear:

"Bear, I know you're worried about me."

But I also want to tell you—I'm not afraid of danger.

Instead of living in constant fear and hiding, let's actively strive for the life we ​​want.

Looking into Ginny's determined eyes, Xiong's last line of defense began to waver.

This girl is always like this; she seems delicate, but she is stronger than anyone else inside.

When she escaped from God Valley, she kept encouraging herself not to give up.

Now, it is she who is pushing herself forward.

"Let me... think about it some more."

The bear finally said,

Give me one night.

"it is good."

Roy nodded in understanding.

"We'll camp nearby and come back to visit again tomorrow."

Dinner ended in a somewhat somber atmosphere.

Roy and the others said their goodbyes and left, and Ginny saw them off at the church entrance.

"Captain Roy."

Ginny called to Roy and whispered...

"Xiong... has experienced a lot of pain."

If he ultimately decides to join, please treat him well.

"I guarantee this in the name of the captain."

Roy said seriously,

"On my ship, every crew member is family."

Ginny smiled with relief: "Thank you."

After leaving the church, Roy and his group set up camp in the woods.

A campfire was lit, and everyone sat around it.

"Captain, do you think the bear will agree?" Pea asked.

"Half and half."

Roy looked at the flickering flames.

"The bear is struggling internally."

He wanted a peaceful life, but he also knew he couldn't hide forever.

Ginny's attitude will be key.

"That girl is not simple."

Hawkeye rarely commented,

"Although not very strong, he has a strong will and is very opinionated."

"really."

Roy nodded.

"To have survived in a place like God Valley and stayed with the bear until now, Ginny's inner strength is far greater than her outward appearance."

Barrett yawned:

"Whether he agrees or not, we have already expressed our sincerity."

If he still refuses, then forget it; you can't force a relationship.

"No."

Roy shook his head.

"Xiong is a talent we must win over."

"Not only because of his strength, but also because of his bloodline—the potential of the Bakania race may exceed our imagination."

What makes the Bakania people so special?

I have only seen scattered records of it in ancient books.

They say they are "descendants of the giants who built the kingdom of the gods."

"I don't know the specifics either."

Roy frankly said,

"But there must be a reason why the World Government is so wary of this race and even wants to exterminate it."

And you can see the bear's size—it's still growing and may grow even larger in the future.

With such a physique and proper training, his potential is immeasurable.

Everyone recalled Xiong's unusual height and broad hands.

Indeed, that's not the size of a normal human being.

"Alright, let's rest first."

Roy stood up.

"I have things to do tomorrow."

Regardless of Xiong's decision, we have to stay here for a few days—at least, do something for these poor people.

Everyone nodded and went to find a place to rest.

Roy leaned against a tree, closed his eyes, and quietly activated his Observation Haki.

In his perception, the bear and Ginny were still talking inside the church.

Their voices were soft, but in the quiet night, they were clearly audible to Roy's Observation Haki.

"Ginny, do you really think I should join them?"

The bear's voice was hesitant.

"Bear, I'm not making this decision for you."

Ginny said gently,

"I just want to tell you—don't give up the opportunity because you're worried about me."

Do you remember what Ivan said before he left?

"If our generation does nothing, the next generation will suffer even more."

"I remember……"

"Captain Roy and the others seem to be serious."

I've seen that Hawkeye guy in the newspaper; he's a world-renowned swordsman.

That Mr. Barrett has an incredibly strong aura.

And that Tesoro, he seems to be a user of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit…”

Ginny counted them down,

"The fact that such a powerful team specifically came to invite you shows that they really value you."

The bear was silent for a moment:

"But I'm afraid... afraid of getting drawn into the battle again, afraid of losing you."

"Bear."

Ginny took his hand.

"We almost died in the Valley of the Gods."

Being alive until now is a bonus; every day is precious.

If that's the case, why not live a more meaningful life?

Her voice was firm:

"If you join the Roy Pirates, I want to go with you."

I want to learn how to fight, and learn everything that can help you.

I want to work with you to change this unfair world.

Looking at the glint in Ginny's eyes, Xiong finally made up his mind.

"Okay... I'll give them an answer tomorrow."

"Um!"

The conversation inside the church ended, and the candles were extinguished.

In the woods,

Roy opened his eyes, a slight smile appearing on his lips.

It seems there will be good news tomorrow.

As night deepened, all was quiet.

Only the occasional coughs from the distant slums serve as a reminder that the world's suffering is not yet over.

But change may begin tomorrow.

The morning sunlight filters through the leaves, filling the forest with the fresh scent of grass and trees.

Just as Roy and the others finished setting up camp, they saw Bear and Ginny walking towards them from the direction of the church.

Xiong's expression was much more determined than yesterday, and Ginny followed beside him with an expectant smile on her face.

"Captain Roy."

The bear walked up to Roy and bowed deeply.

"After careful consideration, I have decided to join the Roy Pirates."

But I have a few conditions.

"Please speak," Roy said seriously.

"First, Ginny has to come on board with me, and her safety must be guaranteed."

"Yes, Miss Ginny will be a full member of our crew, enjoying all the protection and benefits."

"Secondly, before I leave, I want to do something more for the poor people here."

They... have suffered so much.

The bear's voice lowered.

"I know this is a bit much, but..."

"Not excessive."

Roy interrupted him.

"When you agreed to board the ship, you were our partner."

In fact,

I had always intended to change the status quo of this country before I left.