Departure

A simple banquet is underway amidst the ruins of Joy Town.

"So, we've just inexplicably gained another partner?"

Jack picked up his glass and downed it in one gulp, then slammed the glass down on the table, saying with a slight headache.

Strictly speaking,

Sirius chewed on some roasted meat, gave a peace sign, and said, "Two."

"That's right!"

With a flushed face Yamato lay limply on Sirius's back, hiccuping as he grinned, "And there's cute little Bepo! Our pirate crew has a mascot now!"

That's enough.

Jack grabbed a bone and started chewing it in frustration, grumbling angrily, "We already had a woman we couldn't let go of, and now there are two more weirdos. What are we going to do with this pirate crew?"

"Hey, hey, hey, Jack!"

Sirius laughed heartily, "Hiyori is listening."

On the other side of the round table, Hiyori acted as if she hadn't heard anything, simply eating with a smile.

But Sirius knew that Jack was about to encounter some hidden surprises in the food.

Jack gave a soft hum and said nothing more.

So Black Maria picked up the conversation, saying softly, "Sirius, I admit, Luo is a very good doctor."

"Not very good."

Sirius shook his head, then said seriously, "It's very good. Even if Jack's ivory is broken, he can easily put it back together."

"Why should my ivory be broken?" Jack's face darkened.

Sirius for a moment, "Because ivory is more valuable?"

Is that what Lao Tzu meant?

"Alright,"

Black Maria was somewhat exasperated. Sirius was playing dumb again, and the topic was abruptly changed. "The point isn't about Luo's medical skills, but rather that I think his motives for joining us are probably not so pure."

Sirius's smile faded slightly, and he casually brushed aside the Yamato and loose hair that were resting on Sirius's head. He said, "Luo certainly has his own selfish motives, but he can be trusted."

"Unfounded trust," Jack scoffed.

Sirius simply smiled.

What is meant by inexplicable trust?

Anyone who's read the original work, Sirius, surely knows who Law is.

Those are people who are willing to shed blood and sacrifice their lives for their allies, and who, along with Kid, could almost replace Zoro and Sanji as the Straw Hat Kid's wings!

This man is the kind of person who would be willing to go through fire and water for you if you were truly sincere towards him.

"Whatever Luo is thinking, I believe him,"

Sirius smiled and said, "He will become a companion we can rely on."

Sirius had that much confidence.

Putting everything else aside, isn't the female version of the Straw Hat Yamato, enough of a story?

"You're the captain, so of course you have the final say."

Jack's good friend was still somewhat indignant.

Sirius simply smiled knowingly, implying that they would apologize for their comments later. Who wouldn't love a top-notch support like Luo?

But his smile immediately vanished.

"Idiot! Drooling! I told you not to drink so much!"

While Sirius was chatting, on the other side, Luo was also chatting with Wolf and Bepo.

When are you leaving?

Wolf, whose injuries had been treated and were now wrapped in thick bandages, asked with a light laugh.

"First thing tomorrow morning,"

Luo Youran said, "The navy should be here soon. The captain said that if we stay any longer, there might be problems."

"You've gotten used to calling me 'captain' all along, haven't you?"

Wolf joked, "I used to be called the captain too."

Not long ago, Law was also a pirate captain. He was the captain of the Heart Pirates, and he had a three-man crew under his command.

However, now only Bepo is left.

"I will never forget the name Heart Pirates."

Luo sighed. He thought of Pekoms and Shachi, who had already been buried in graves on a cliff overlooking the sea.

Although they can no longer go out to sea, at least let them rest in peace in a place where they can see the ocean.

"But it's time for it to disband," Luo said softly, as if he could see the four of them scratching their heads trying to draw a flag back then.

However, it is no longer necessary for it to exist.

Bepo, sitting to one side, looked dejected. The flag that embodied their dreams would no longer fly from this day forward.

"There's no need to be sad, Bepo,"

Wolf patted Bepo on the back. "Parting from your companions, and then meeting even more companions—that's the sea."

"Remembering the past and moving towards the future—that's what a real man should do."

Bepo sniffed, then nodded emphatically. "I understand!"

"Luo has made a very good decision."

Wolf then said to Ross, "Captain Sirius is a very good man, and very strong. He can protect you."

Luo nodded slightly.

That was indeed one of the reasons Sirius Pirates.

The Op-Op Fruit can bring disaster.

Although Doflamingo is dead, many more people still covet his power to grant immortality.

Even World Government are like this!

"I really don't know what to do next."

Luo said, "Let's go with the captain and the others to see what this world is really like."

Wolf nodded.

The next day, on the shore of Svalbard Island, the Sirius was ready to depart, and supplies had been loaded onto the ship.

Sirius leaned against the railing at the top of the submarine, sipping an iced drink as he watched Luo and the townspeople on the shore say goodbye.

Yamato stood beside him, smiling, and said, "It's so nice to have someone see us off when we set sail."

Sirius couldn't help but chuckle, "Weren't Teacher Kaido and the others very enthusiastic when we set sail?"

Yamato also recalled what had happened back then, "Father and the others didn't offer any blessings whatsoever."

"Perhaps he's just saying one thing but meaning another?"

"Huh? Is that so?"

"Well then, we're leaving now."

Luo said calmly.

Bepo stood beside him, a polar bear carrying a large bundle on his back. He gripped the straps with both hands, sniffed, and tears welled up in his beady eyes.

"Bon Voyage."

Wolf laughed and said, "Go overcome the hardships and difficulties, go through the pain and suffering, and then grow up quickly, Ro."

"Kindness."

Luo nodded slightly.

He looked up and glanced around at the townspeople gathered there. "Goodbye, everyone."

He said.

"Luo! Have a safe journey!"

"I want to become an amazing pirate!"

No matter what, Joy Town will always be your home!

Take care of yourself! Don't catch a cold!

The townspeople either laughed or wept as they bid farewell to their hero.

Luo smiled and nodded slightly. With a wave of his right hand, the transparent light shield instantly expanded and spread out, covering the coastline and half of the submarine deck.

The next instant, he and Bepo disappeared from the shore and appeared directly beside the two men from Sirius.

"Shouldn't we... shouldn't we set off?"

Luo gasped for breath, "Captain."

Sirius chuckled softly; this ability was truly cool.

Seeing Luo's expression, Ulti curled her lip, "He really knows how to act cool."

"Isn't this good? A man's departure only requires a dashing silhouette."

Sirius laughed and said, "Then let's go, guys!"

"The adventure is about to begin again!"