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As the Straw Hat Pirates approached their next destination, Vivi explained their route.
"According to the Log Pose, the next island is called Little Garden," she said. "It's rumored to be an ancient and dangerous place."
"Dangerous, huh?" Luffy said, his grin widening. "Sounds fun!"
"Just don't rush into trouble," Nami warned, glaring at Luffy. "We're here to restock and move on, not fight every weird thing we come across."
Zoro smirked, tightening the bandana on his arm. "But where's the fun in that?"
Sabo and Ace exchanged amused looks, ready for whatever lay ahead.
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The Arrival
As their ship docked at Little Garden, the crew was struck by the island's prehistoric beauty. Towering trees stretched high into the sky, and massive plants with vivid colors surrounded the coastline. The air was thick with the calls of strange, oversized creatures.
"Whoa! Look at that!" Luffy shouted, pointing at a massive dinosaur stomping through the jungle.
Ace laughed. "It's like we've gone back in time."
"Stay focused," Vivi said nervously. "This place is more than it seems."
The crew split into groups to explore and gather supplies. Luffy, Ace, and Vivi ventured into the jungle, while Zoro and Sabo took another path. Nami, Usopp, and Chopper stayed on the ship, wary of the island's dangers.
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The Giants of Little Garden
Deep in the jungle, Luffy's group stumbled upon an enormous campsite. Two massive figures sat around a roaring fire, laughing heartily. They were giants, each more than 60 feet tall. One was a burly man with a red beard, and the other was a slightly leaner man with blue hair.
"Who are you tiny people?" the red-bearded giant asked, his booming voice echoing through the jungle.
"I'm Luffy!" the young captain said, waving enthusiastically. "And this is my crew. Who are you?"
The blue-haired giant chuckled. "I am Brogy of Elbaf, and this is my companion, Dorry. We are warriors of the Giant Tribe."
Vivi's eyes widened. "Elbaf? The land of warriors?"
"That's right," Brogy said proudly. "We've been here for over a hundred years, locked in an honorable duel."
Ace raised an eyebrow. "You've been fighting for a hundred years? What for?"
"It doesn't matter anymore," Dorry said, shrugging. "We fight to honor the code of our tribe."
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Baroque Works Strikes Again
As the crew befriended the giants, an ominous presence loomed in the background. Two new agents of Baroque Works, Mr. 3 and Miss Goldenweek, had arrived on the island. Their mission: to eliminate the Straw Hats and anyone aiding them.
"We'll take down the giants first," Mr. 3 said, adjusting his glasses. "Their strength is a threat to our operation."
Miss Goldenweek nodded, silently preparing her paints.
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The Trap
As Dorry prepared to resume his duel with Brogy, an explosion rocked the campsite. The giants roared in pain, one collapsing to his knees.
"What's happening?" Vivi shouted, shielding her eyes from the blast.
Mr. 3 stepped out from the shadows, his smirk widening. "Greetings, Straw Hats. You've made quite the mess for Baroque Works."
Ace's flames flared as he stepped forward. "You've got a lot of nerve showing your face here."
Miss Goldenweek calmly placed her paintbrush on a canvas, her powers spreading colorful traps across the battlefield.
Luffy growled, his Nine-Tails form emerging. "You hurt our friends. Now you're gonna pay!"
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The Battle Begins
Luffy charged at Mr. 3, but the agent quickly formed a massive structure of wax, creating unbreakable barriers to block his attacks. "My Wax-Wax Fruit makes me untouchable, little fox," Mr. 3 sneered.
Ace launched a barrage of fireballs at the wax, but Mr. 3 manipulated it to form shields, deflecting the flames. "You'll need more than that," he taunted.
Meanwhile, Miss Goldenweek's powers caused chaos among the crew. Her color traps affected their emotions and actions, throwing them off balance. Vivi and Dorry struggled to keep up as Zoro and Sabo arrived to join the fray.
Sabo targeted Mr. 3 with a lightning strike, but the wax conducted the electricity harmlessly. "You're clever," Sabo admitted, "but let's see how long you can keep up."
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Turning the Tide
While the others fought, Nami and Usopp arrived with a plan. Usopp used his explosive slingshot to target Miss Goldenweek's traps, destroying her painted zones and freeing the crew from their effects.
"Nice shot, Usopp!" Nami cheered.
With the traps neutralized, the crew focused their efforts on Mr. 3. Luffy's Nine-Tails Burst broke through the wax barriers, and Ace's intensified flames melted the remaining structures.
"You're finished!" Luffy shouted, delivering a powerful blow that sent Mr. 3 crashing into the jungle.
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A New Bond
With the agents defeated, Dorry and Brogy thanked the crew for their help. "You're strong warriors, and you've earned our respect," Brogy said, offering a massive hand in gratitude.
Vivi looked at the giants with admiration. "Thank you for your bravery. Your strength and honor are inspiring."
As the crew prepared to leave, the giants gave them a parting gift: a massive tree trunk that they carved into a new mast for the ship.
"This will help you on your journey," Dorry said. "May the winds of Elbaf guide you."
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End of Chapter 14
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