Chapter 1: A Mysterious Awakening
A sharp pain jolted Alex awake. His head pounded, and his body felt as if it had been thrown into a raging storm. He groaned, his fingers digging into the wet sand beneath him. The scent of salt filled his nostrils, and the sound of crashing waves rang in his ears.
Where was he?
The last thing he remembered was studying for his history exam, nodding off at his desk, and—wait… was that a ship in the sky?
His breath caught in his throat. He blinked several times, but the massive shadow overhead remained. It was no illusion. A colossal ship soared across the sky, propelled by a strange green wind. His heart raced. This was impossible.
Alex sat up abruptly and looked around. The beach stretched far into the distance, meeting dense, tropical vegetation. The ocean shimmered under the golden sun, but what truly caught his attention was a massive sea creature—a fish at least ten meters long—leaping out of the water in the distance.
His stomach twisted. This wasn't Earth.
Then he saw something even more terrifying—a wanted poster fluttering on the ground next to him. He grabbed it with trembling fingers.
Monkey D. Luffy
Bounty: 1,500,000,000 Berries
His blood turned to ice.
He was in the world of One Piece.
Chapter 2: Surviving the Grand Line
Alex's mind raced. How did he get here? Why was he here? And more importantly—how could he survive?
He was just a student, not a pirate, not a swordsman, and certainly not someone who could use Haki. If he wasn't careful, he could be killed in an instant. This world was brutal.
He took a deep breath and clenched his fists. Panicking wouldn't help. First, he needed to figure out where he was.
Spotting a dirt path leading inland, Alex decided to follow it. The jungle was thick, and strange noises echoed through the trees. He stayed on high alert, knowing this world was full of dangerous creatures.
After walking for an hour, he reached a small village by the shore. It wasn't marked on any map he remembered from One Piece, meaning it was likely a lesser-known island. The villagers eyed him warily, and he realized he must look like a wreck—his clothes were torn, and his face was covered in dirt.
An old woman approached him. "You don't look like you're from around here."
"I… got lost," Alex lied.
She frowned but didn't question him further. Instead, she led him to a small hut and handed him a bowl of stew. "Eat. You'll need your strength."
He hesitated for only a second before devouring the food.
"You're lucky you landed here," she continued. "The Marines don't come often, and pirates only pass by occasionally."
Alex's mind sparked at that information. The Marines… maybe he could find a way to leave this island and figure out his next steps.
But before he could ask more, the ground trembled, and a loud boom echoed from the harbor.
Pirates.
Chapter 3: A Choice to Make
Shouts filled the air as villagers screamed and ran. Alex rushed outside, his heart pounding. A pirate crew had docked, their jolly roger flapping in the wind. The emblem—a skull with red fangs—was unfamiliar to him.
The leader, a burly man with a scar over his eye, stepped forward. "Listen up! We're taking supplies, and if anyone resists, we'll burn this village to the ground!"
Alex gritted his teeth. This was exactly the kind of scenario he had read about in One Piece. Heroes like Luffy would step in. But he wasn't Luffy. He had no powers. No weapons.
What could he do?
His eyes darted around, searching for anything useful. Then he spotted it—a stack of barrels near the docks. If he could cause a distraction…
The villagers cowered as the pirates began looting. Alex took a deep breath and crept toward the barrels. With a swift kick, he sent them rolling down the hill, crashing into a group of pirates.
"What the hell?!" one of them shouted.
Taking advantage of the confusion, Alex grabbed a wooden staff from the ground and swung it at the nearest pirate, knocking him unconscious. Adrenaline surged through him.
Maybe he wasn't completely useless after all.
Chapter 4: A Mysterious Power
The pirate captain turned, locking eyes with Alex. A wicked grin spread across his face. "You've got guts, kid. But you're messing with the wrong crew."
In a flash, the captain moved. He was fast. Too fast.
Alex barely had time to react before a powerful fist slammed into his chest, sending him flying backward. Pain exploded in his ribs as he hit the ground, gasping for air.
Was this how he was going to die?
No.
Something inside him burned. A deep, unfamiliar energy surged through his veins. His vision blurred for a moment before sharpening. Time seemed to slow.
The pirate captain charged at him again, but this time, Alex saw it—his movements, his intent.
Instinct took over. He dodged at the last second, rolling to the side. The villagers gasped. The captain's eyes narrowed.
"You… you have Observation Haki?"
Alex's breath hitched. What?
But before he could question it, the sounds of cannons filled the air. A Marine ship had arrived.
Chapter 5: A New Journey Begins
The Marines stormed the village, clashing with the pirates. Alex barely had time to process what had just happened.
He had Haki.
Somehow, something in this world had awakened a power within him.
As the battle raged, Alex knew he had a choice—stay and risk being captured by the Marines or take a chance and board a pirate ship to escape.
A young pirate with a kind smile extended a hand toward him. "You've got potential, kid. Come with us."
Alex hesitated.
This world was dangerous. But if he wanted to survive… if he wanted to thrive… he couldn't just be a bystander.
He took the pirate's hand.
His adventure in the world of One Piece had truly begun.
Chapter 6: A Pirate's Decision
Alex stepped onto the pirate ship, his heart pounding. The salty wind whipped through his hair as the vessel cut through the waves, leaving the burning village behind. He glanced at the crew around him—young men and women, each carrying weapons, their expressions a mix of amusement and curiosity.
The pirate who had helped him up grinned. "Name's Felix. Welcome to the Black Fang Pirates."
Alex nodded, still unsure if he had made the right choice. "I'm Alex."
The captain, the same burly man who had attacked him earlier, walked over. His piercing gaze locked onto Alex. "You've got guts, kid. Not many stand up to me and live."
Alex swallowed hard but stood his ground. "I didn't have a choice."
The captain smirked. "That's where you're wrong. In this world, there's always a choice." He turned to Felix. "Throw him in the brig."
"What?!" Alex protested, but before he could react, two pirates grabbed him and dragged him below deck.
Felix gave him an apologetic look. "Sorry, kid. Gotta follow orders."
The cell door slammed shut, leaving Alex alone in the dimly lit brig. He slumped against the wooden wall, frustration boiling inside him. Was this a mistake?
Then, he remembered what the captain had said. There's always a choice.
And Alex had just made his first step into a world far beyond his imagination.
Chapter 7: The Price of Freedom
Hours passed. The rocking of the ship made it hard to sleep, and Alex's stomach growled. He had no idea where they were heading, but he needed to get out of here.
Just as he was considering his options, footsteps echoed down the corridor. Felix appeared, holding a tray of food. "Figured you'd be hungry."
Alex eyed him warily but took the plate. "Why are you helping me?"
Felix shrugged. "You remind me of myself when I first joined. Captain doesn't trust new people easily. You'll have to prove yourself."
Alex hesitated. "And if I don't?"
Felix's expression darkened. "Then you're useless to him."
The implication was clear. In this world, the weak didn't survive.
Alex clenched his fists. He couldn't just sit around and wait for fate to decide his future. He needed to get stronger.
"Alright," he said, determination burning in his eyes. "What do I need to do?"
Felix grinned. "Good answer."
Chapter 8: Training on the High Seas
Over the next few days, Alex was put through grueling training. Felix taught him the basics of swordsmanship, hand-to-hand combat, and how to navigate the ship. His muscles ached, and his body screamed for rest, but he refused to give up.
One evening, as they sparred on the deck, Felix suddenly lunged faster than before. Alex barely dodged, but something strange happened—his vision sharpened, and he instinctively knew where Felix would strike next.
He countered, stepping aside just in time.
Felix staggered back, eyes wide. "You just used Observation Haki again, didn't you?"
Alex blinked. "I… I don't know."
Felix grinned. "Then let's figure out how to control it."
From that moment on, Alex's training intensified. He learned to hone his instincts, to feel the presence of others before they attacked. He wasn't a master yet, but he was improving.
And he would need every bit of that strength for what was coming next.
Chapter 9: A Bounty on His Head
A week later, the Black Fang Pirates docked at a bustling island town. The streets were filled with merchants, bounty hunters, and Marines.
Alex, now wearing a simple pirate coat, walked alongside Felix. He felt out of place, but he had to act natural.
That was when he saw it.
A new bounty poster pinned to a wooden board.
His own face stared back at him.
"Alex the Stray – 5,000,000 Berries"
His stomach dropped. "What the hell?"
Felix whistled. "Damn, kid. You're moving up in the world."
Before Alex could respond, a voice rang out.
"Hey! That's the guy on the poster!"
Alex turned just in time to see a group of bounty hunters charging toward him.
Chapter 10: Fight for Survival
The first bounty hunter swung a massive club at Alex's head. He ducked just in time, rolling away. Felix unsheathed his sword, blocking another attacker.
"Time to see if that training paid off!" Felix called.
Alex had no choice. He grabbed a wooden staff from a nearby stall and braced himself. The bounty hunter lunged again, but this time, Alex felt the attack before it came.
Using his newly awakened Haki, he sidestepped and countered with a powerful strike to the ribs. The bounty hunter crumpled.
The fight continued. Alex dodged, weaved, and struck back with precision he didn't know he had. By the time the dust settled, the bounty hunters lay groaning on the ground.
Felix clapped him on the back. "Not bad, rookie."
Alex exhaled sharply. "I need to get stronger."
Felix smirked. "Then let's find someone who can really push you."
Chapter 11: A Meeting with Fate
Later that night, as they prepared to leave the island, a figure stepped onto the dock. A tall man with a scarred face and a katana at his hip.
Felix tensed. "That's Ryo the Phantom. A former Marine turned bounty hunter. He's after us."
Alex swallowed hard. Ryo's piercing eyes landed on him.
"I saw your fight earlier, boy," Ryo said. "You have potential. But you're still weak."
Alex stiffened. "Then teach me."
Felix shot him a look. "Alex, are you crazy?"
But Ryo chuckled. "Interesting. If you survive three minutes against me, I'll consider it."
Alex took a deep breath and gripped his staff.
This was his moment.
The battle began.
Chapter 12: Rise of a Future Legend
Ryo moved like lightning. Alex barely saw the attack before it came. He dodged on instinct, but the sheer pressure of Ryo's presence nearly overwhelmed him.
He gritted his teeth. No. I won't lose here.
Drawing on his Observation Haki, Alex focused. The world slowed. Ryo's next move became clear in his mind.
He countered.
For the first time, Ryo's expression changed—just slightly. "Not bad."
The three minutes passed in a blur. Alex stood, panting, but still standing.
Ryo sheathed his katana. "Alright, kid. I'll train you."
Felix let out a low whistle. "Guess you're in for hell now."
Alex just grinned. He was ready.
This was only the beginning.