Arriving at Loguetown

Two days later.

On a small island in the New World.

A red-haired man was still drunk.

At this moment, a man with noodle-like hair slowly approached from a distance.

"Shanks, Hawk Eyes is here."

As Yasopp finished speaking, the Yonko, Red-haired Shanks, slowly sat up.

"Mhm, I can feel it."

A dozen seconds passed, and Hawk Eyes slowly walked in front of Shanks.

Then, he threw a Bounty Poster at Shanks.

Seeing Hawk Eyes' action, the Yonko, Red-haired, smiled slightly.

"What? Not here to fight today?"

Hawk Eyes Mihawk snorted.

"I've lost interest in you now that you're missing an arm, but well..."

"Oh? But what?"

"You should look at the bounty poster first."

Then, Red-haired flipped the bounty poster to the front and immediately recognized the person's identity.

"Luffy, 50 million! Hahahaha, is he finally coming?"

Seeing Luffy, Shanks became energetic, as if he had sobered up.

The other crewmates were also very excited.

Just as Shanks was happy, Hawk Eyes brought up another matter.

"Rather than you looking forward to Luffy, I'm more looking forward to two of his crewmates."

Whether it was Red-haired or the other crewmates, their eyes lit up at this moment.

Someone that Hawk Eyes looked forward to couldn't be simple.

Finally, Red-haired threw an arm around Hawk Eyes' shoulder.

"Since there's so much good news, let's have a feast and chat."

New World.

Besides Red-haired, the Straw Hat Crew had also left their first impression on the Yonko, Whitebeard.

East Blue. There was still one day left until they reached Loguetown.

As the morning sun rose, the deck of the Merry was very quiet.

Only Can Yue was lying flat on the deck, using Shushu as a pillow.

The other members, including Luffy, were reluctant to get up at this moment.

Why?

Because getting up meant getting beaten.

In the past few days, they had been beaten to death by Can Yue.

Every day, their time was spent getting beaten, except for eating and sleeping.

Indeed, the effect was good.

Under fear and tension, their training efficiency had clearly increased.

But they couldn't stand how much it hurt.

Even Nami felt sore all over and her legs trembled before going to bed every night, with bruises all over her body.

Can Yue hadn't hit her intentionally, but during combat training, injuries were inevitable. And it was exhausting, with no breaks.

Fortunately, those in the aforementioned conditions could still sleep on their own.

In comparison, Shushu was the most miserable. It was sore all over and was now being used as a pillow by Can Yue.

Shushu felt the weight on its body and its mood was very complicated.

It wanted to be close to Can Yue, but its entire body, including its bones, resisted being touched.

Its already small brain couldn't make a decision.

Shushu could only sigh, its tone surprisingly similar to a human's.

Can Yue noticed something was wrong with Shushu, his brow furrowed as if he had some guesses.

At lunchtime, the Straw Hat Crew members finally started to get up one after another.

Everyone sat around the dinner table, looking forward to the leisurely moment of eating.

For the past few days, the only time they weren't getting beaten up while awake was during meal times.

So, everyone had turned into Luffy, stuffing their faces.

With his mouth full, Zoro asked Can Yue with a confused expression, "Why has the training been so intense these past few days?"

Trusting Can Yue, everyone hadn't seriously questioned this for days.

Another reason was the fear of getting beaten up.

So, today, while Can Yue was washing his hands.

After much deliberation, they decided to have Zoro ask the question.

Can Yue pondered for a moment, realizing it was time to share his thoughts.

"Because my intuition tells me there's danger in Loguetown.

So, you all need to become stronger."

Upon hearing this, everyone except Luffy froze.

Even the confident Can Yue had said this.

Did this mean the danger was so great that even Can Yue wasn't confident he could resolve it perfectly?

And if their strength didn't improve, they might be in trouble.

Sanji lit a cigarette and asked, "What kind of danger?"

Can Yue shook his head, offering no reply.

After all, he had only made a general analysis.

But the Straw Hat Crew had been attracting too much attention lately, and the trip to Loguetown would definitely not be simple.

Nami put down her chopsticks and asked, "According to the map, we can take a detour and go directly to the entrance of the Grand Line. We don't necessarily have to enter Loguetown."

As soon as she said this, before Can Yue could even respond, a pouting Luffy chimed in unhappily.

"No way! That's where the Pirate King Roger was born and died. I have to go there."

With that, Luffy's expression turned resolute.

Seeing Luffy's demeanor, Nami looked helpless, and the others had no other recourse.

Sanji exhaled smoke, "If that's the case, then we have no choice but to go.

Besides, we're almost out of food."

Saying that, Sanji shot Luffy a fierce glare.

The food the villagers of Cocoyasi Village had given the Straw Hat Crew was supposed to last for a month.

However, Luffy had eaten like a madman, and if he couldn't get any, he'd steal it.

Their current food supplies would last for at most two more days.

Can Yue nodded slightly, observing everyone's reactions.

This was the Straw Hat Crew; everyone had unique ideals and different ways of thinking, but they always considered Luffy's wishes.

"Training is suspended starting today.

You all digest the training content on your own, and ask questions if you don't understand.

Then, recuperate your bodies.

We should go see the place where it all began and ended."

Hearing Can Yue's words, Luffy immediately nodded in agreement, then excitedly shouted, "Alright, brothers, set sail for Loguetown!"

"Okay!"

"Got it!"

"Hmph, you stubborn guy."

One day later.

The Straw Hat Crew were still napping.

Shushu suddenly ran out from the front cannon deck's cabin.

"Woof woof woof!" it began to bark.

The group opened their eyes one by one amidst the barking of dogs.

Unlike yesterday.

Everyone was full of energy, their eyes shining.

They walked onto the deck, looking at the increasingly clear island in the distance, and all wore smiles and confident expressions.

Seeing everyone's demeanor, Can Yue nodded slightly.

'They must have all gained something.'

Luffy smiled brilliantly, "We've finally arrived at the Pirate King's hometown."

Zoro leaned against the ship's railing, holding Wado Ichimonji in his arms, anticipation in his eyes.

"I hope I can buy two good swords."

Sanji, smoking, was clamoring to buy a refrigerator with a lock.

Nami planned to buy a whole wardrobe of clothes and some skincare products.

Usopp intended to get some adventure books and novels to pass the time before bed.

But except for Luffy, a string was always taut in everyone's hearts.

That was the danger Can Yue had mentioned.

'What could it be?'

Loguetown, Marine Branch.

Sergeant Tashigi quickly entered the commanding officer's office.

"Colonel Smoker, the Straw Hat Crew has appeared!"

Smoker immediately stood up.

"Very punctual, exactly 7 days. Tashigi, how are the preparations?"

Tashigi picked up the report in her hand, adjusted her glasses, and began to brief him.

"1. All on-duty and deployed Marines will proceed as usual, so the Straw Hats and Buggy's crew won't find it strange upon landing.

2. Reduce pirate apprehension work, especially avoiding these two pirate crews, to prevent premature conflict, unless they start harming people.

3. To prevent the two major pirate crews from leaving too early, based on their shared habit of enjoying lively events.

Various activities have been arranged in the town center, with all goods on discount; several performances have also been scheduled.

4. The reconnaissance team will closely monitor the movements of the two pirate crews and report immediately if they withdraw early."

Smoker nodded after listening, exhaling a puff of smoke.

"The priority is to ensure the safety of the townspeople. Once we are to take action, all townspeople must be evacuated one hour in advance.

I must emphasize again, if they lay hands on the townspeople, disregard the order to delay for one day and act immediately!"

"Yes!"

Tashigi left the office after receiving the order and began making work arrangements.

Smoker took a deep breath.

"Two pirate crews with bounties over a hundred million have appeared in my East Blue.

What a disgrace!

Loguetown will be the end of your voyage."