"Up until this point, I've been part of the Arlong Pirates for eight years". Sitting side by side on the bed, Nami shared her story with Logan. As she poured out her heart, Nami felt a sense of liberation like never before.
In the midst of her narrative, Nami suddenly mimicked the motion of a cat's claw with her small fist, saying in an endearing manner, "So, even though I'm a thief, I've never stolen money from ordinary people."
Logan smiled and asked, "So, you wanted to steal our money because we're pirates?"
Nami nodded, a mischievous smile on her face, "Exactly! Pirates are considered bad people, so stealing from them is considered a good deed!"
Upon hearing this, Logan disagreed, "I don't agree with what you said. Who said all pirates are bad guys?"
"Of course! Where can there be good people among pirates? Especially those vicious Fishmens and pirates who brought disaster to my hometown!"
As Nami said this, she thought of the deceased Bellemere, and her eyes turned red again.
"What about me?" Logan pointed to himself. "If pirates don't have good people, am I not a pirate?"
"Not counting," Nami replied without hesitation.
"Why?" Logan shrugged, gesturing for Nami to explain.
Nami pointed to the corner of the room, "Those Money, there are more than 100 million. Didn't you snatch them from the civilians along the way?"
"Of course not!" Logan shook his head. "These are all the stolen funds that Captain Morgan, the Captain of the Marine Base in Shells Town, has seized from captured pirates over the years."
"Marines?" Nami exclaimed. "Wait, you said Morgan!?"
Hearing the name clearly, Nami looked surprised, "How could that guy, who is called the taboo of Shells Town, give you the stolen money?"
"It seems you know of his notoriety. Yes, he committed numerous atrocities in Shells Town, killing innocent people. Luffy and I went to rescue Zoro and defeated him. The Marines and civilians there were liberated. We then distributed the stolen money from the civilians back to them, while the money seized from the pirates was taken by us,'"Logan explained.
"'You actually defeated Morgan!?" After hearing Logan's words, Nami opened her mouth in even greater shock!"
Logan nodded affirmatively, saying, "Yes, it's not a secret. The East Blue's news agency should have published this matter in the newspapers soon. Then you'll see that what I said is true."
"Oh, no, no. I didn't doubt you; I was just taken aback. For a man who believes so much in himself, how could Nami doubt him? Moreover, Nami was thrilled to discover that the Baileys in Logan's room were just stolen money from pirates. Um, sure enough, I was right about him!"
"You guys are amazing!" Nami gave a thumbs up, with envy and admiration in her eyes. If they can help me... No! As soon as the idea of asking Logan for help entered her mind, Nami immediately dismissed it. Although Morgan is powerful, he is far behind the Arlong Pirates! If the Marines were effective, how could the Arlong Pirates have been a threat to the Jumeida Islands for so many years? They defeated Captain Morgan, but the Fishmens are ten times stronger than humans! If they ventured to the other side's Arlong, wouldn't that be suicidal? No, no, no, no! Nami resolutely rejected the idea of seeking help.
And...
She had her own plan, and she could redeem the village sooner or later. Nami's heart skipped a beat as her gaze inadvertently landed on the treasure chest full of Baileys. Correct! If she could borrow money from Logan, then... Thinking of this, though Nami couldn't admit it, for the sake of the village, she still blushed and spoke.
"Logan, can you lend me some money?" After saying this, Nami quickly lowered her head. She knew it was abrupt, and the other party had no obligation to lend it to her. Even when she wanted to steal money before, she wouldn't complain if Logan refused her.
"Is it to redeem the village?"
"Yes, I've saved a lot, but I'm still short of 40 million Berrys. I know it's a substantial amount, but trust me, I'll definitely pay you back!"
Discussing matters like borrowing money is always challenging. Perhaps worried that Logan might not agree, Nami hastily added, "Don't worry, I won't run away. If I can't pay it back, I'll work for you my entire life."
Work for a living?
Impossible!
Impossible in a lifetime!
"You are a crew of our Straw Hat Pirates!" Logan shook his head, "It's not impossible to borrow money."
Nami's heart sank. Really...
How could anyone be willing to lend such a large sum of money? But just a second after her disappointment, Logan's hand fell on her shoulder.
"But... the matter of the Arlong Pirates is on us."
Ah?
About the Arlong Pirates...
"No, no, no, no!" Not only did Nami not feel joy, but her face tensed. She refused outright, "If you don't want to lend money, I have no complaints. But you really shouldn't get involved with the Arlong Pirates."
"Are you worried that we can't handle the Arlong Pirates?"
It was evident that Nami wasn't trying to protect the Arlong Pirates but lacked awareness of the Straw Hat Pirates' current strength. This girl didn't want them to "send her to her death."
"Even though you defeated Morgan, you don't understand the power of Fishmens at all! Their physique is more than 10 times that of humans. If you encounter them, you'll surely be killed by them!" Nami didn't hold back, informing Logan directly and warning him not to be overconfident.
"You don't need to worry about this. I've heard about those guys from the Arlong Pirates. We can handle it completely."
At this point, Logan wasn't concerned. Even in the original plot, as long as the Straw Hats remained the same, they could defeat the Arlong Pirates. And now...
"Our captain has already activated the third gear. How many rotten fish and shrimps do you think can pose a threat to us? To put it bluntly, they're not even worth fitting between our teeth!"
"I won't listen! You don't understand Fishmens at all! Anyway, I don't need your help with my affairs! I can make enough money by saving up slowly." Nami simply covered her ears, tucked her legs into her arms, and buried her head in her knees.
"No matter what you say, I won't agree! How could I watch you go to your death?"
Seeing Nami's insistence, Logan was genuinely moved. Despite the flawed approach, Nami was genuinely concerned about the members of their Straw Hat Pirates. After a moment of contemplation, Logan decided not to argue further. If Nami wanted to use money to solve the problem, then so be it. In the end, they would realize that money alone couldn't resolve the issue with the Arlong Pirates. They would ultimately rely on their fists.
Turning to the determined Nami, Logan reached out, grabbed her little hand, opened it, and said with a smile, "Okay! Then I will lend you the money."
"No, no, no..." Nami thought Logan was going to insist on confronting the Arlong Pirates. However, as she was about to refuse, she sensed something was amiss. "Really... really...?" After a moment's reflection, Nami felt that asking for money in such a situation might be a moral burden. She pursed her lips, "If it's too much trouble, I don't need it."
"Trouble? Whether it's 100 million Berry or 50 million Berry, it's the same for us. They're more than enough for us to spend. As for you, didn't you say if you can't repay the money, you'll work for us? I accept that condition!"
Logan smiled wryly. Comforting the borrower, as the creditor, was his role.
Upon hearing this, Nami was utterly moved. "Logan... I... I, I..." Her mouth trembled with excitement, making it difficult to speak fluently. With the money, she could achieve the goal she had been striving for. With the money, her miserable days with the Arlong Pirates would be over. With the money, the village could be reborn!
Thousands of words finally condensed into one sentence, "Thank you... woo woo woo..." Nami was moved to tears again.
"Crying again... you little thief," Logan smiled, turned Nami's head, and pressed it onto his shoulder.
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