One Piece - I Am A Different Luffy! BOOK1!

Chapter 48 - Mysterious Island 2.

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Third Person POV
On a island, East Blue.

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Somewhere in the sea, East Blue.

On a small island, with only a dozen kilometers in length, characterized by dense vegetation seemingly uninhabitable by humans, a medium-sized marine boat approached the coast. As it cut through the beach, the vessel sprayed sand in all directions, and, upon completing its trajectory, it stopped, dropping a plank onto the beach. Nine individuals, each with unique characteristics, and two animals promptly disembarked.

Luffy dismissed the concern of securing the ship at that moment, after all, it was a deserted island. He left the vessel anchored on the coast and, along with his eclectic crew, prepared to explore the mysteries of the unknown island.

"The island isn't that impressive..." Zoro spoke, seeing that the place was only comprised of forests.

"Let's explore. According to the map, there's a ruin on the site with the entrance that this key fits. So, I want us to split up to find these ruins. Now that everyone has vivre cards from everyone, we can meet up later. If you find what we're looking for, come to me. Even if you don't find anything, we'll regroup as well." Luffy said, and the crew split into three groups right after that, using a set of sticks that Luffy brought.

Those who drew a stick from the pot would identify its color when pulling it out. Shirahoshi and Nami, known for their tendency to fear, expressed immediate joy when they realized that their sticks matched Luffy's, who was accompanied by Megalo, his faithful shark partner.

The team was divided into three distinct groups: Luffy, Nami, Shirahoshi, and Megalo would head to the center of the island, while Yamato, Usopp, Chouchou, and Reiju would explore the west coast. In turn, Zoro, Kuina, Jhonny, and Yosaku would take charge of the east coast.

"Zoro, where are you going?! We're going in the opposite direction!" Luffy heard Kuina shout at Zoro in the distance and couldn't help but laugh at the situation as he led his group.

"Come on, treasures are always found at the heart of the island!" Nami declared confidently and full of enthusiasm.

"Luffy-Sama, are the forests on the surface always like this?" Shirahoshi approached Luffy and clung to his back as she asked.

"It's relative, princess. It depends on the region's climate. In this sea, forests like these are common. In other places, vegetation and flora can change completely depending on the local atmosphere. However, I believe the inhabitants of this island might be a bit different from what you've seen. Considering the traces left by wildlife around, I wouldn't be surprised if we encounter some giant beasts here." Luffy explained, observing the tracks around that were much more devastating than those left by common animals.

"GIANT BEASTS?! SHARKY!" His group was startled by these words.

"What are you saying, Megalo? You're a giant too..." Luffy scoffed at the clueless shark, not fully understanding what he was saying but understanding the shark's exaggerated reaction.

"Sharky..."
"But Luffy, are we going to be okay?!" Nami commented, still a bit scared.
"It's fine... I'll punch anything that comes our way!" Luffy said confidently, earning a relieved look from his companions.
So, they continued to walk calmly toward the center of the island, following the trails left by the giant animals. Luffy wasn't too concerned; after all, they were in East Blue, a sea known for its less powerful threats, and the beasts should reflect that.