Chapter 164 - 8

Luffy, awaken the sun god at the top Chapter 8Kaya said softly, "Everything needed for sailing has been loaded onto the ship."Luffy didn't waste words on pleasantries. He, Zoro, Nami, and Usopp boarded the ship, hoisted the sails, and set off!On the deck, Luffy and the others were discussing the design of their pirate flag.Usopp raised his hand and said, "Leave it to me! I'm a genius painter. I used to doodle on the village walls all the time."Soon, a black pirate flag was drawn, with a white skull and crossbones, and on top of the skull, a Straw Hat just like Luffy's.Luffy was satisfied. "Excellent, this is it! Usopp, draw one on the main sail too.""Alright."Soon, an even larger one was drawn on the main sail. Now it looked proper.Nami sighed softly, "Now this looks like a pirate ship."The journey continued. Luffy yearned for adventure, and there were already four people on the ship.Luffy knew that their next companion, Sanji, should be at the Sea Restaurant by now.But they would encounter someone.That person was Hawkeye!Luffy didn't know what would happen after they met, but one thing he did know was that it wouldn't be the same as what he knew; things would change.What kind of change? He would know once they met!Chapter 011: Sea RestaurantUsopp quickly learned about the teaching spaceand was very excited."Of course I'm willing to enter and train!"On one hand, he wanted to become stronger, and on the other, he wanted to see his father, even if it was just an illusion.When he learned there was also a teaching template and he could choose two, Usopp's first thought was of his father.Luffy nodded. "Alright then, Usopp, go in. See you in two months, which will be two years for you."Usopp knew he was too weak right now.Although Nami wasn't particularly strong either, Nami was a woman.Among the three men on the ship, Luffy and Zorowere ridiculously strong. So, he also had to become stronger and not be a burden.After deciding, Usopp entered the teaching space."So heavy, it's hard to breathe."Usopp gritted his teeth, persevering with excitement and anticipation. He chose his teaching template: his father, Yasopp, the world-renowned sniper, an Executive of the Red Hair Pirates, and even the world's number one sniper!The next instant, Usopp saw his father, devoid of any emotion.Usopp wasn't surprised; the teaching template was only responsible for teaching and had no other emotions.However, even being taught, Usopp was very happy.As the teaching began, the space also materialized various environments suitable for Usopp's training.Nami also decided, "After we deal with the Arlong Pirates, once Usopp comes out, I'll also enter to train.""Haha, good," Luffy nodded.Ten days later.On the going merry, two more people had joined: Johnny and Yosaku.Johnny suggested, "Brother Zoro, I know a place. If you're looking for a cook, you can check there."They did need to find a cook; even Zoro and Namiagreed on that.Because the food during this time had been terrible.Johnny introduced, "That place is very close to the Grand Line, and the man Brother Zoro is looking for, Hawkeye, seems to have appeared there recently."Hearing this, Zoro's eyes lit up, and his fighting spirit surged.After Johnny gave them the location, the going merry headed towards the Sea Restaurant.Twenty days later.A month had passed since Usopp entered the teaching space, which meant a year had passed for Usopp inside.At this time, Luffy and the others could already see the Sea Restaurant in the distance.Just as they approached, a Marine ship also arrived.The man leading them, wearing brass knuckles, looked at the going merry."A pirate flag I haven't seen before. Are you new? Listen up, I am Marineford Captain 'Iron Fist' Fullbody. Who is your Captain? State your name."Luffy didn't respond, directly launching a punch.Fullbody watched the stretching arm approach, surprised. "A Devil Fruit user? Hmph, you dare to punch against my 'Iron Fist' Fullbody?"Fullbody smirked and met the punch with a fierce blow.Bang!Crack!However, the moment they collided, a shattering sound rang out. Fullbody was sent flying backward, his right arm directly dislocated, letting out a piercing scream."Ah!!!"Fullbody's injuries were severe; all the bones in his hand were shattered. How could this be?Luffy said, "Don't be so arrogant. Also, you shouldn't use the 'Iron Fist' title anymore."Fullbody was incredibly furious and in extreme pain."Sink them!""Yes!"The cannons were aimed at the going merry at close range, ready to fire.Fullbody sneered, "You'll all be buried at sea."Luffy didn't move. Zoro, leaning on the ship, acted. He leaped up and unleashed a single slash.With a 'crack', the Marine ship was directly cut in half, separating left and right, and sinking into the sea.Luffy rubbed his stomach, impatient. "I'm so hungry, let's go in quickly."Entering the Sea Restaurant, many people were seated inside, enjoying delicious food. The restaurant's decor was very nice, elegant.A woman in a red qipao, with some beauty, sat alone.At this moment, a man with blonde hair, a black suit, black trousers, curly eyebrows, and a cigarette in his mouth approached politely."Miss, are you bored sitting alone? Would you like me to sit down and have a glass of red wine with you for a chat?"Clearly, this person was Sanji."I'm leaving."The woman directly got up and left.This made Sanji sigh with regret, reluctantly withdrawing his gaze.At the restaurant, Luffy and the others ordered various delicacies and began to feast.Luffy and the others decided to eat and drink well here for seven days, and most importantly, find a cook.The next day, a severely injured Gin was thrown from the restaurant onto the deck."You bastard, don't come here again."Lying weakly on the ground, Gin gritted his teeth. "Damn it, to be thrown out by those guys. If it were normal, I wouldn't be looked down upon."Gin lay prone, trying to stand up, but he was too weak. His arms trembled, unable to get up, and he collapsed to the ground again.Luffy watched from above, asking, "Are you hungry? Do you want me to treat you to a meal?"Gin's stomach rumbled with hunger, but he put on a brave front. "I'm not hungry at all."With a creak, the door was pushed open, and Sanjiwalked out, placing a plate of his homemade shrimp fried rice down.It was steaming hot, fragrant, with distinct grains of rice, looking absolutely delicious.Gin looked at it, swallowing, wanting to eat it very much.Sanji sat down, took a puff from his cigarette, and exhaled smoke."Eat."Gin's face was resolute. "I won't eat it. No matter how down and out I am, even if I starve to death, even if I jump into the sea and get eaten by fish, I won't eat charity. Take this food away quickly."With that, Gin turned his face away, so his eyes couldn't see the delicious fried rice.Sanji was impatient. "Stop talking nonsense, just eat. To me, anyone who's hungry is a customer.""Then I apologize, I'm not a customer," Gin stated firmly. "Don't try to persuade me, I won't eat. Even if I, Gin, starve to death, I won't eat a single grain of rice."...Please give flowers, rating tickets, rewards, monthly passes, many thanks!Chapter 012: It Was So GoodSanji sighed helplessly, "The sea is truly vast and cruel. On this ocean, not having water and food is a terrifying thing."Sanji seemed to recall the past, sighing, "I understand the feelings of a hungry person more than anyone. It's fine if you want to die for your pride, but if you eat and survive, won't you see a new tomorrow?"As Sanji finished speaking, Gin wavered. He grabbed the plate and spoon and began to eat.With the first bite, Gin's eyes lit up. This was the best fried rice he had ever eaten—no, to be precise, the best meal he had ever eaten!It was so delicious, whether it was the rice, the shrimp, or the squid and other seafood.This seafood fried rice was incredibly tasty.Slurp, slurp... Gin devoured it, yet he was also very careful, afraid of wasting even a single grain of rice by dropping it.After a few bites, he looked up, thoroughly enjoying it. It was so good.Gin's face broke into a smile, and he couldn't help but exclaim, "It's so good!"Slurp, slurp... Soon, Gin finished the fried rice, reluctantly and still wanting more, he put down the plate.Although he really wanted more, not asking for a second bowl was his last bit of stubbornness.Recalling how he had eaten just now, and what he had exclaimed, Gin burst into tears."So embarrassing, that was so embarrassing."However, it was unclear whether it was because he felt embarrassed or moved.Luffy looked at Sanji and invited, "I've found a good cook. Join us."Sanji looked up at Luffy, a little confused.Luffy stated directly, "Join my Pirate Crew."Sanji didn't expect it to be so sudden; they had just met for the first time.Sanji shook his head. "I refuse. I have a reason why I must work at this restaurant."Luffy jumped down, standing close and firm. "I refuse your refusal. You're a good cook. Be a pirate with me."At this, Gin spoke up."You're a pirate too. What's your purpose for being here?"Luffy stated directly, "I'm going into the Grand Lineto find ONE PIECE."