One Piece: Trainers on the Straw Hat Pirates

"You...you guys, run!!!"

"Go tell the villagers to escape! I'll take care of things here!"

"Captain Usopp!"

The three boys, who also recognized Luffy's identity, shouted anxiously.

But even though Usopp was terrified, he remained resolute:

"Go!!!"

He then threatened Luffy and the others, saying:

"Hey! You pirates! This village is my territory!"

"I am the famous Captain Usopp, with 80 million underlings under my command!"

"You'd better get out of here!"

Usopp quickly pulled out his slingshot and aimed his homemade lead bullets at Luffy and the others.

I'm going to die! I'm going to die!

Why did I provoke them?

Tears welled up in Usopp's eyes.

The great pirate who dared to provoke a bounty of 5000 million Berries, at this moment, he seemed to already see the three little ones lying on his corpse, wailing miserably.

However, to his surprise, after he finished speaking, all the pirates present looked astonished.

"Usopp!?"

Zoro looked at Akame in surprise and pointed with his finger:

"Crimson!? The person you're talking about... could it be him?"

During their casual conversation, Crimson had already shared some information about the upcoming companions with them.

They already knew that there was a skilled sniper named Usopp in the East Blue, a lecherous cook named Sanji, and a great ship.

Their purpose in coming to Xirob Village was to invite the sniper to join their ship and to obtain the pirate ship that Crimson had destined for them.

What Zoro and Nami didn't expect was...

The partner they were looking for turned out to be a kid wearing overalls and carrying a slingshot.

It's really hard to associate him with the word "sniper" given his appearance.

But Crimson grinned as he looked at Usopp's ridiculously long nose:

"If nothing unexpected happens... this is the person we've been looking for!"

Luffy suddenly exclaimed in surprise:

"Wait a minute! Usopp... I feel like I've heard that name somewhere before!"

"...Ah! That's right!" Luffy suddenly widened his eyes and looked at Usopp, "Isn't your father Yasopp!?"

"Ah?"

Usopp, who had been on the verge of conflict, suddenly froze, blinking in confusion.

“Yosbumi…is indeed my father’s name.”

"But how did you know?"

Since his mother's death, Usopp had not heard his father's name for countless years.

"It really is you!" Luffy's eyes lit up, and he rarely expressed his feelings of gratitude.

"Yosbumi used to often mention your name in front of me!"

Looking back on the pranks Yasopp played on him when he was a child, Luffy was both angry and nostalgic.

At this moment, Crimson clapped his hands and laughed:

"Alright, let's not stand here anymore."

"Let's find a restaurant, eat and chat."

Red's suggestion quickly received Luffy's strong support.

They led a bewildered Usopp directly into the village.

The three little ones were left standing there, completely dumbfounded.

"Hey! Did you guys see that? Captain Usopp actually knows such a powerful pirate!"

"Could it be... that Captain Usopp is really a very powerful guy?!"

For a moment, the three children began to doubt the pirate pretend game they were playing with Usopp.

……

……

After a hearty meal and drinks.

Luffy and Usopp talked a lot about Yasopp.

Usopp felt proud to learn that his father had become a member of Shanks' crew.

Seeing this, Crimson could only shake his head helplessly.

Even though he had been in the One Piece world for more than two years, he still couldn't understand the thought processes of some people in this world.

Just as he couldn't understand why Yasopp had stayed in Windmill Town for a year but never thought of going home to see his wife and children.

Perhaps he was afraid that if he returned, he wouldn't have the courage to go to sea again.

This was the only answer Crimson could think of.

Seeing that everyone had almost finished eating, Akane interrupted Luffy and Usopp's reminiscing.

"Alright, Luffy, it's getting late. Don't forget the important reason we came here."

"Oh, right~" Luffy suddenly slapped his palm, "I almost forgot!"

Then he grinned at Usopp and said heartily:

"Usopp, come be my partner and sail the seas with me!!!"

Chapter 39 In the Name of Partners

"Huh...huh?"

Usopp's expression suddenly froze.

Faced with Luffy's sudden invitation, he blinked in disbelief.

"You...you're not kidding, are you?"

"Of course not!"

Luffy immediately replied, "Red said that you are an excellent sniper, and my ship happens to be short of one!"

"Crimson... is that the first mate?"

Usopp turned his head.

After a brief conversation, he had gained some understanding of the Straw Hat crew's personnel.

However, Usopp never expected that a great pirate with a bounty of 5000 million Berries would invite him to go to sea with him.

This is just like my dad back then!

however……

After struggling and thinking it over, Usopp still managed an awkward yet polite smile:

"While I appreciate your invitation, Luffy, I am Captain Usopp, the dignified captain with 8000 million followers!"

"I'm sorry, but my personality dictates that I will never be subordinate to anyone."

"........."

As soon as Usopp finished speaking, the entire restaurant fell silent, as if a cold wind had blown in.

Snapped!

Nami slapped her forehead, looking speechless.

It's obvious that the new partner that Crimson found is another "talented person"!

"Huh?" Luffy didn't show any disappointment at being rejected, but just as he was about to invite him again, Akame suddenly stopped him.

"Wait a minute, Luffy."

Red smiled and stood up, sitting down opposite Usopp.

"Uh, wh... what's wrong?"

For some reason, just by meeting those crimson eyes, Usopp could feel an unprecedented pressure.

just like……

All his secrets vanished before this man.

as predicted!

As soon as Crimson opened her mouth, Usopp's nerves immediately tightened.

"Miss Koya..." Crimson chuckled softly, "How have you been lately?"

"!!!" Usopp's heart skipped a beat: "You...you know Miss Kaya?"

If you had to pick the person Usopp cares about most in the entire village of Syrup...

It has to be Koya!

Besides being deeply attracted to Kaya's delicate and charming appearance...

More importantly, Kaya was the first person in the village to believe him and listen attentively to his lies.

However, Crimson shook her head: "No, I don't know Miss Kaya."