One Piece: Trainers on the Straw Hat Pirates

This does not mean that Red has surpassed Luffy and become the actual leader of the Straw Hat Pirates.

Just because of Crimson...

He's way more reliable than Luffy!!!

“Perfect timing~” Crimson smiled slightly, “I received intelligence from the Navy that there might be some unexpected changes in this grand event.”

"Of course, I already know all the inside details, but in order not to spoil everyone's surprise, I won't tell you here yet."

"However, if the intelligence I intercepted is correct, it seems that the world's greatest swordsman, Hawkeye, who has already been dismissed from his position as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea..."

"I might even be able to attend this grand event!"

"After all, he has already obtained the eternal record pointer of the Grand Event Island."

"What!?"

Zoro, who had been completely indifferent, was suddenly startled and quickly stood up. His calm eyes were instantly filled with fighting spirit.

He remembered!

He remembered everything!

His original dream... wasn't it to challenge Hawkeye, the world's greatest swordsman?

Ever since entering the Grand Line, he's been constantly chasing Sanji, almost making him forget his dream!

bake!!!

An invisible war was burning in Zoro's heart.

If we could defeat Hawkeye...

If I could defeat the world's greatest swordsman...

His black blade skills will definitely improve further, and his understanding of swordsmanship will absolutely become more profound.

By then... will he...?

Then I'll have the power to defeat the perverted chef!?

Zoro suddenly grinned, letting out a strange smile.

"Go!"

"Let's go to that... pirate extravaganza!!!"

Chapter 408 Gathering from All Directions (Seeking Monthly Tickets~)

Above the azure sky, in a fairyland shrouded in clouds and mist, a massive ship pierced through the tranquil clouds, sweeping forward swiftly amidst howling winds.

"Wuhu~ Take off~!"

Standing at the bow of the Going Merry, Luffy excitedly spread his arms, looking down at the unobstructed view below, a big laugh that hadn't appeared on his face for a long time.

Behind him, the Straw Hat crew members stood in various corners of the deck, doing their own things.

Although it was flying at high speed in the air, with Little Mermaid's precise control, the entire ship was as smooth as if it were on flat ground, even more stable than when sailing on the open sea.

Usopp and a few men were huddled in a corner, acting mysteriously, seemingly preparing special props and costumes for the festival. Laughter could be heard from time to time.

Even the usually composed Jinpei was forced to change into a floral shirt after being pulled by several people.

On the second deck, in Nami's private orange grove, Robin and Nami, along with Uta, were comfortably lounging on sun loungers, enjoying a rare moment of relaxation.

Sanji, with pink stars in his eyes, stood guard beside the three women like a servant, a towel draped over his arm.

Meanwhile, his old rival Zoro sat quietly cross-legged in a corner, with three expensive-looking sword racks in front of him. He placed his long swords on the racks and then used some professional equipment to maintain them.

"It seems everyone's been holding back for too long lately~"

Having taken in everyone's state, Crimson sighed inwardly.

That makes sense.

Since defeating the Big Mom Pirates and taking over the former Whole Cake Island area, they have been constantly busy.

After defeating the Four Emperors, before they could even familiarize themselves with the situation in the Whole Cake Island region, they immediately faced off against a combined force of the World Government and the Navy.

After dealing with the World Government, the team members got busy with various other things: some started companies, others did research...

Even Luffy, Zoro, and the others practically locked themselves in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber, training for three times longer than usual.

For the outside world, it may have only been two or three months.

But for them, they have been out of contact with the outside world for almost a year.

"We overlooked this problem."

Thinking of this, Crimson couldn't help but shake her head slightly.

Although, given Luffy and his crew's mental fortitude, and with clear goals and reasons, a mere year of arduous training is nothing.

but……

There's no need for that!!!

Why bother with such underhanded tricks when you already possess the power of the Heavenly Emperor?

Now, the top ranks of the navy are all his men!

The World Government, terrified by the two major wars, has now turned its attention to the Revolutionary Army, which is causing trouble around the world.

With the existence of the Stussy and Akatsuki organizations in the underworld, no information in the world can escape their ears and eyes.

Aside from the dangers posed by nature, the world seems to have become a place where they can do whatever they want.

"Nothing major is expected to happen in the near future."

"Just right!"

"Take this time to fully appreciate the wonders of the new world!"

Because they looted Mary Geoise right from the start, they were put on the World Government's kill list, to the point that even Red himself had almost forgotten about it...

Their initial motivation for going to sea was adventure!

Now that everything has settled down, let this pirate festival, hosted by former members of the Pirate King Roger's crew, be their first battle in their official journey to the New World!

I picked up the orange juice, took a sip of its crimson hue, and a smile, long unseen, appeared on my lips.

Luffy and his crew aren't the only ones feeling repressed.

Red, who inexplicably became the big brother of the Straw Hat Pirates and developed them to this extent in such a short time, has also been under constant repression.

……

……

"Captain Cavendish, we have arrived!"

An elegant pirate ship with a white horse-shaped prow slowly docked at the shore.

Meanwhile, Slyman, the vice-captain of the Handsome Pirates, immediately knocked on the captain's door and reported to Cavendish, who was tidying up his belongings inside.

"Ah, I heard that~"

Cavendish, admiring his handsome face in the mirror, casually waved his hand.

But the next second, after straightening his collar, he suddenly burst into laughter, a smirk playing on his lips.

"The legendary treasure of the Pirate King!?"

"Although I don't know if it's true or not, if I can seize it among thousands of pirates, it will definitely help me top the headlines tomorrow!"

"My name, Cavendish, will once again be known throughout the seas!"

Swish!

With a swift, sharp slash, the rapier effortlessly sliced ​​a newspaper on the table in two.

Newspapers that don't record Cavendish's good name have no reason to exist!

"Let's go! Let me see what kind of scum have come today!"

tread!

Cavendish flung open the cabin door and strode onto the deck.

The first thing he heard was the exclamations coming from several pirate ships nearby.

"Wow! That person... isn't that Cavendish, the pirate prince with a bounty of 330 million Berries?! What's he doing at this celebration?!"

"Nonsense! If we can come, of course he can come too!"

"After all, no matter how handsome he is, it can't erase the fact that he's a pirate!"

"Damn it! Doesn't this greatly reduce our chances of getting the treasure?!"

"........."

"........."

"What a delightful atmosphere!!!"

Hearing the praises from the surrounding pirates, Cavendish's face immediately revealed a vain, hidden smile.

At that moment, he felt as if he were in a dreamlike flower garden, surrounded by fluttering butterflies, carrying flowers and praise, swirling around him.

But just then, a sudden exclamation abruptly interrupted his reverie.

"Hey! What's that!?"

Wow!

A noticeable tremor was felt.

A massive ship suddenly burst into a group of smaller boats, then, with its terrifying size, charged headlong into the crowd.

The waves it created caused many pirate ships to capsize.

"That...that is!!!"

A pirate on a ship next to Cavendish suddenly raised his hand in fear.

Everyone's eyes followed.