Author: Xiao Yifeng
Translator: PapaSmurf0700
With a playful tug at Nami's arm, Vivi's voice was tinged with a hint of mischief. "Would you mind joining me on a little trip to the island? I'm quite curious about the present you received from Bai Ye."
Nami felt a stir of interest at the mention. Ever since she received her new elemental weather rod, there was no chance to truly test its capabilities.
Usopp, sparked by the moment, brandished the twin pistols gifted by Bai Ye, striking a dashing pose. "Absolutely! We can't let such a perfect chance slip by," he declared. "Count me in for this island escapade!"
Zoro, fresh from his relentless training routine, noticed the ship's halt and casually remarked, "I could use a stretch. Might as well explore."
Sanji, exhaling a stream of smoke, mused aloud, "Perhaps the island harbors some unique ingredients." A chef's curiosity was never idle.
It was clear where this was headed.
Bai Ye stepped forward with a decisive nod. "Let's all venture onto the island then," he proclaimed. "We're pirates, aren't we? Seeking out the mysteries of uncharted lands is in our blood."
His words drew bright, hearty smiles from the crew, even Vivi's lips curled with excitement.
With Sanji's lunch provisions in hand, Luffy, perched on the ship's figurehead, called out with gusto, "So! Friends, let's go for adventure!"
"Aye, aye!" The chorus of assent included Vivi, voices brimming with anticipation.
The Straw Hats' first adventure in the Grand Line was underway!
Nami agreed to Vivi's companionship, and though Sanji was eager to join the duo, Nami's fist suggested otherwise.
Zoro couldn't resist a jab at Sanji's dismay, leading to a lively exchange that culminated in a challenge—a hunt to outdo each other on the island.
Usopp had hoped to join Bai Ye. Although he has improved his strength with 2 guns. However, his old nemesis—timidity—wasn't so easily bested.
It was a slight disappointment for him when Nami and Vivi extended their invitation to Bai Ye instead.
Left with little choice, Usopp resigned himself to follow Luffy, their unpredictable captain.
And so, the crew dispersed, each group forging their path into the wild heart of the island.
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In the original story, not everyone from the crew stepped ashore; Nami remained on the ship. It was there she discovered they were on a land lost in time. The Grand Line's chaos weather had preserved this island in a state mirroring the age of the dinosaurs.
Each aspect of this place was magnified, as if designed for beings of colossal stature. The flora and fauna had grown to enormous sizes, creating the impression of a garden belonging to giants. Hence, this island was aptly named 'Little Garden.'
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On the far side of the island, a dinosaur was rummaging for its next meal. It stumbled upon a peculiar white structure nestled within the thick jungle, something it had never encountered before. Driven by instinct to taste anything unfamiliar, the dinosaur clamped its jaws around the building. This impromptu taste test ended badly as its tooth snapped off. The dinosaur was gearing up to roar in agony when suddenly—
Boom!
An explosion erupted under its feet, hurling it backwards through the air.
Near the white building, two figures emerged, paying no mind to the dinosaur's plight. They were Mr. 5 and Miss Valentine, unfazed by the commotion. They stepped into the white cabin without a second glance at the creature.
Inside the cabin, the decor was minimal: a simple table with four chairs arranged around it. Two individuals were already inside. The first was a man of average height but delicate in stature. His attire—glasses, a bow tie, a striped shirt—along with his vertically styled hair shaped like the number '3', suggested the demeanor of an English gentleman. This was Mr. 3, a high-ranking member of the Baroque Works syndicate.
His companion was a youthful girl with an almost doll-like face, large expressive eyes, and a touch of blush accentuating her cheeks. Petite and wearing her dark red hair in twin braids, she had an air of innocence about her. She was dressed in a pink wide-brimmed hat with a green ribbon, a dark blue T-shirt emblazoned with the word "GOLDEN" in bold, a light blue button-down shirt adorned with cloud patterns, maroon overalls skirt folded at the top, blue striped stockings, and oversized red shoes with white trim. Engrossed in snacking on rice crackers, she gazed at Mr. 3. Her name was Miss Goldenweek, Mr. 3's sidekick.
Mr. 3 grumbled with a hint of irritation, "Next time, may I have the pleasure of drinking my own tea?" His remark came after feeling a bit unsettled under Goldenweek's steady gaze. Reluctantly, he passed the teacup to her. Goldenweek, quiet as ever, simply took the cup from him and delicately sipped the tea.
Mr. 5 interjected, his voice carrying a rigid tone, "It's quite impressive, Mr. 3, that you've managed to construct such a hideout in a place like this." His words turned sharp as he added, "But let's be clear, this mission is ours. We'd prefer you not to meddle."
The number '3' in Mr. 3's hairstyle seemed to twist into an exclamation point as he replied with a raised eyebrow, "Oh? A mission?" He scoffed lightly, "As I recall, your recent endeavors have been less than successful." His gaze locked onto Mr. 5, he continued, "Our current objective concerns Vivi."
The tension in the room tightened, noticeable even to Goldenweek, who poised herself to use her color paints if necessary. But Mr. 3 chuckled, diffusing the tension, "Don't take it all so seriously." He gestured for them to sit and offered them tea. Then he leaned in, revealing his true intentions, "Let's form an alliance, Mr. 5."
He pulled out a collection of wanted posters and spread them out, "I was quite surprised to see the ship that Princess Vivi arrived on. Its captain is valued at 60 million, the first mate at 100 million, and the entire Straw Hat crew totals a bounty of 245 million."
He peered at Mr. 5 with a wry smile, "If Vivi had been in the company of the Straw Hats, your mission might have ended quite disastrously for you." Despite the provocation, Mr. 5 and Miss Valentine didn't react with anger and were quiet.
Mr. 3 found their composure odd but assumed they were merely trying to maintain their dignity. He pressed on, "That's not all. There's another big surprise on this island." He revealed two more wanted posters, "The captains of the Giant Warrior Pirates, who vanished a century ago, Brogy the Red Ogre and Dorry the Blue Ogre, are alive right here on Little Garden!"
He flourished the posters with a flair of excitement, "Their bounty is a whopping 100 million Belly each, and it's still up for grabs!"
Wrapping up his pitch, Mr. 3 chuckled with a cunning glint in his eye, almost like a sly demon making a tempting offer, "Eliminating Princess Vivi and dealing with the Straw Hats and those two giants could be effortless." He leaned in closer, whispering the potential rewards, "Our boss would surely pardon your previous failures and grant us a promotion for such achievements!"
Mr. 5 and Miss Valentine remained stoic, which puzzled both Mr. 3 and Miss Goldenweek. Breaking the silence, Mr. 5 questioned, "But are we capable of defeating them? Your wax abilities may not work against those two giants."
Mr. 3's smile didn't falter; he exuded confidence as he reassured, "Engaging them directly would be foolish indeed. But with a bit of planning, even the largest of mountains can be brought down."