One Piece - I Am A Different Luffy! BOOK1!

Chapter 100 - Journey to Reverse Mountain 02!

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Third Person POV
Somewhere on sea, East Blue.

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Under the vast blue sky of the East Blue, the Black Pearl ship cut through the waters with a grace that only a Straw Hat crew ship could possess. The crew was lively after their training and rested on the deck before starting their new session in the training room.

As Usopp gazed at the horizon, something caught his attention. A distant shadow was approaching rapidly. His sharp eyes focused on the approaching ship, and quickly, a glance was directed towards his crew.

"Hey, everyone! Look at this!" Usopp drew his companions' attention, pointing in the direction of the approaching vessel; he didn't have his telescope, so he couldn't identify the ship yet.

Most of the crew gathered in a corner of the deck quickly, curious to see what was approaching. As the distant ship revealed itself, it became evident that it was no ordinary vessel. An aura of mystery and hostility hung over it, leaving everyone intrigued as the ship sped towards the Black Pearl.

"What is it, Luffy?" asked Nami, observing the approaching vessel with a discerning gaze.

"No idea, but it looks like we'll have visitors who want to challenge us. Let's welcome them!" Luffy replied, his pirate spirit undeterred by the threatening presence of the other ship.

But as the ship approached, the flags fluttered in the wind, revealing the distinctive symbol of the World Government, more specifically, the symbol of a Tenryuubito. The atmosphere on the deck changed instantly, joy and casualness giving way to tension.

"I think I've seen that symbol somewhere... oh, it's from the Tenryuubito! This can't be good, guys." Usopp shouted in alarm.

"A World Noble? What do they want here?" questioned Zoro, hand already on his sword.

"World Noble? I don't like this at all. These guys only bring trouble. Does it have something to do with Shirahoshi and that king in Goa?" Lami spoke with a grim expression.

"What kind of World Noble would come here? Looks like we're in for an unwelcome visit." Reiju grumbled.

"I... I don't like this. Are they going to hurt us?" Shirahoshi said with a cry.

"World Nobles? These guys have already caused us trouble. We need to be prepared for anything." Nami warned in a serious tone, already familiar with the term after Luffy explained Shirahoshi's situation and the attempt to kidnap the mermaid.

"Looks like it's the sponsor of the late King Sterry. It's good to finally find out who's been after Shirahoshi all this time and be able to deal with him." Luffy affirmed, his expression serious contrasting with his usual carefree demeanor.

"Hey... Luffy, you're not thinking of doing this, are you? We should leave and escape!" Hachi spoke fearfully, fearing the idea of Luffy facing a World Noble.

Meanwhile, Hugo showed hatred in his eyes as he looked at the approaching ship, squeezing his fists so hard that blood began to trickle. Luffy was the only one who understood his situation so far and noticed the abnormality about this man under his flag.

"Hachi, you have to understand that we won't stand still when someone tries to harm us. This journey is about reaching our goals and dreams, and it's going to pit us against the world, but the important thing is to push through our enemies..." Luffy spoke seriously, but many nodded, touched by his brief speech.

"Luffy really isn't afraid of anything..." Usopp was amazed, wanting to have that courage too.

"Wolf! Wolf!" Chouchou also expressed his determination.