Two Grandsons Both Kidnapped? A Gift from the Heavens! And Sabo!

Foosha Village.

The atmosphere was now filled with joy and celebration.

Although there are countless islands in the world, the customs of different countries vary greatly due to geographical and transportation reasons.

For example, language, and calendar systems.

For most countries on the high seas, the New Year is one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. Not only is the official New Year's Day on the second day, but the eve of the New Year is also worth celebrating, with all families gathering together to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one.

This year, the New Year's Eve celebrations in Foosha Village were exceptionally lively.

All the villagers came out of their homes and gathered at the foot of the huge windmill at the village entrance, braving the bleak winter night wind.

"Welcome, everyone!"

The enormous golden Fire Spirit floated in mid-air, emitting a soft light and gentle heat, causing the villagers on the open ground below to show expressions of comfort.

Standing atop the Fire Spirit's palm, Ian looked down at the residents below and said with a smile, "Now, let's have a wonderful New Year's Eve!"

"Oh!!"

The gathered villagers cheered.

After spending so many days together, they had pretty much gotten used to the presence of the Golden Flying Dragon.

That's why we have this New Year's Eve party tonight.

Tables were lined up, piled high with food and drinks.

The villagers were already eating with great joy.

Only the white-haired village chief muttered, "To actually hold a banquet with pirates, that's outrageous!"

Muttering to himself, he took a sip of wine and then a bite of meat.

"Hahaha! We're definitely going to drink our fill tonight!"

The Red-Haired mingled in the crowd, his arm around Hawk Eyes's shoulder.

Even the usually aloof Hawk Eyes held a bottle of wine in his hand, silently drinking it.

Not far away, Dadan and the bandits were also feasting as if they were going to kill themselves.

With a chicken leg in her left hand and a grilled fish in her right, Dadan knew that life wasn't easy for bandits, and she wasn't about to miss this rare opportunity to eat for free!

As for finding a boat to escape, Dadan had completely forgotten about it.

Joke!

Hawk Eyes, Red-Haired, Ian are all here, so what can Golden Lion do?

Is there any safer place in the entire East Blue than here?

Unless you can get on that old bastard Garp's ship.

But who knows where that old bastard is, especially when his grandson is in danger?

While sighing, Dadan wolfed down her food.

It's not irritating at all, and the taste is just right.

At the other table next to her.

Ace was also wolfing down his food. Having spent a long time in the jungle and garbage dumps, he really didn't have many opportunities to eat anything delicious.

There were a few other kids at the same table.

"Ace, look!"

Ace looked up upon hearing this.

Across the table, Luffy, with two chopsticks stuck in his trunk, was smugly shaking his head, "Elephant!"

Ace nearly spat out the food in his mouth.

"Hahahaha! Luffy!"

Sitting next to Luffy Uta couldn't help but burst into laughter, "You're a genius!"

"Hey-hey!"

The Luffy, who didn't yet have Straw Hat, smiled smugly.

Ace took a deep breath to prevent himself from actually spitting out his food, and continued to eat with his head down.

I really don't want to admit it, but this idiot brat is my younger brother.

But that's the truth. This guy is the old man's grandson. Although they're not related by blood, he's definitely his younger brother in terms of their relationship.

Ace had mixed feelings.

I absolutely refuse to acknowledge that this idiot brat is my younger brother.

While eating, Ace looked up and Luffy already dancing on the table.

Haven't made a decision yet?

Beside Ace, Kuina ate slowly and deliberately, asking a question in a low voice.

"Don't you get tired of asking me every day?"

Ace put down the food in his hand and asked in an annoyed tone.

"There's nothing we can do about this."

Zoro, sitting next to Kuina, was also wolfing down his food. He casually remarked, "Ian keeps urging me to eat."

"That guy!"

Ace gritted his teeth slightly at the mention of Ian.

That bastard sent those two guys to persuade him tirelessly every day, driving him crazy.

However, it must be said that after spending a few days together, we've gotten along quite well and can be considered friends.

Is this what Ian was after?

"Um?"

At the same moment, Ian, who had been drinking and chatting with his friends, suddenly cleared his head and looked towards the dock.

"Ian."

Red-Haired also stood up unsteadily, rubbing his head in annoyance.

What a disappointment!

Ian sighed; the New Year's Eve party atmosphere was reaching its climax.

However, there is no room for complacency.

Who is coming?

This exaggerated aura is no joke; even compared to Teacher Kai, it's a 50/50 match!

There aren't many people in the world with this level of strength!

Oh, and there's a somewhat familiar scent.

Aokiji?

If that's the case, then we'll know who's coming.

After all, this is Foosha Village!

Ian's lips curled into a smile instantly. "Don't worry about it, keep drinking and eating!"

At the Foosha Village dock, two massive naval warships were rapidly approaching.

A dark shadow shot up from the leading warship in an instant, streaking across the sky like a cannonball, and flew directly towards the huge windmill at the entrance of the village.

"Really, Mr. Garp,"

Behind them, on the warship, another figure leaped into the air and quickly gave chase. "I understand your anxiety about your hometown being attacked, but at least wait for me. The enemy's formation is a bit overwhelming."

The Foosha Village wasn't very large; in the blink of an eye, the entire village was left behind, and with just a little movement, we were already above the venue.

The robust old man fell from the sky and crashed heavily onto the edge of the venue.

The solid ground was smashed into a dent, and dust and smoke flew up.

But even more explosive than that thunderous sound was the old man's roar.

"Luffy! Ace! Grandpa's here!!"

There was a moment of silence in the entire New Year's Eve party venue.

Then.

"Mr. Garp!!"

The villagers instantly erupted in excitement.

This Marine Vice Admiral was the pride of their entire Foosha Village; almost all the young people regarded him as an idol.

"Garp??"

Yasopp, the sniper of the Red-Haired Pirates, was choked and coughed repeatedly. "Why is the legendary Marine hero here?!"

This is the Vice Admiral Marine hero who repeatedly cornered the Pirate King and defeated the Rocks Pirates on God's Island! A true legend on the high seas!

"This is his hometown, Ace and Luffy are his grandsons, it would be strange if he didn't come back."

Ben Beckman said calmly.

They were also shocked when they first learned that Luffy was the grandson of the Hero Garp.

Although they knew from the beginning that this was Garp's hometown, they never expected to run into Garp's grandson by such a coincidence.

"Grandfather!!"

"Old man!!"

Luffy and Ace stared in astonishment at the naval hero, their grandfather.

However, the difference was that Ace was simply astonished, while Luffy's face was full of terror.

"Garp!!"

Dadan's expression changed drastically in an instant.

We're doomed!

Garp told her to take good care of Ace, otherwise that old bastard would beat her to death if he found out she was taking such good care of Ace that he was practically on the Golden Flying Dragon!

I was just wondering why that old bastard wasn't back, and here he is!

Is it really that effective?!

"Boss! What do we do now?"

Lucky Roux, the large, fat man, was chewing on a piece of meat, a smile on his face, but sweat was still beading on his forehead. "Our opponent is that naval hero."

"More than."

Beckman said.

"More than?"

Raki Lu's eyes widened.

Another figure descended from the sky, landing lightly behind the Hero Garp.

"Oh dear, Mr. Garp, you never told me you had two grandsons!"

Kuzan, Garp's top disciple, slowly glanced at Ace and Luffy.

Then, attention quickly turned to Ian Red-Haired and Hawk Eyes.

Mr. Garp has two grandsons but doesn't say it, which Aokiji can understand perfectly well.

After all, the tragedy of Teacher Zephyr back then still sends chills down the spines of many Marines.

But what he couldn't understand was why these guys were here?

Red-Haired, Hawk Eyes Ian— aren't they all formidable monsters?

It's rather strange that these guys are all gathered in this unremarkable little village, isn't it?

"Hero Garp and Admiral Candidate,"

Jack said in a deep voice, "Brother Ian, do you want to fight?"

The other kids looked very serious.

Strictly speaking, their side has the advantage in combat strength, after all, they also have the Red-Haired Pirates and Hawk Eyes.

However, the title of naval hero alone is enough to make anyone in the world take it seriously.

"Don't rush."

Ian waved his hand, "It's a perfectly good holiday, there's no need for shouting and killing. Let's wait and see."

He didn't think a fight would break out.

"You two bastards!"

Vice Admiral Garp strode toward his two grandsons, completely ignoring Ian, Red-Haired, and the others.

"Old man, I've heard you've been hanging out with pirates lately!"

Without any mercy, the legendary Marine Vice Admiral delivered a powerful punch to each of his two grandsons.

"It hurts!!"

Luffy clutched the large bump on his forehead and screamed repeatedly, tears streaming down his face.

"You damned old man!"

Ace's reaction was much more intense; he roared, "What are you doing?!"

Uta, Zoro, and Kuina, who were sitting at the same table, exchanged glances and then quietly shrank back.

Even they had heard of this naval hero's Daimyo.

Anyway, he's Ace and Luffy's grandfather, so he probably won't do anything to them, right?

"You two are destined to become the most outstanding marines!"

Hero Garp shouted angrily, "How can you associate with pirates!"

"I don't want to be a marine!!"

Luffy loudly retorted, "I want to Shanks ' crew and sail the seas with him to become a pirate!"

"What!!"

Hero Garp instantly bristled and glared.

But before he could vent his anger, Ace, clutching the large bump on his forehead, said fiercely,

"I want to become a pirate too!"

He suddenly turned and glanced at Ian, then grinned mischievously. He turned back to his grandfather, staring intently at him, and declared, "I want to join Ian's crew and become a member of the Beasts Pirates!"

"Oh."

Aokiji scratched his head and let out a strange sigh.

That's really something.

Mr. Garp seems to have never been very good at teaching.

"What! Ace! What did you say?! Waaaaaah!!"

The naval hero roared instantly.

Dark Inazuma danced across his arms, causing the air to tremble.

"Those two good-for-nothings! They've corrupted my precious grandson!!"

He glared menacingly at Ian and Red-Haired, his fists now blackened with crackling black Inazuma. "Kuzan! Come at me with me and send these two bastards to Impel Down!!"

Should we fight?

Yamato was already excited, gripping the iron bar tightly in his hand.

Aokiji slowly exhaled a breath of cold mist.

Going to war directly might not be a good idea.

Leaving aside the three— Red-Haired, Hawk Eyes, and Ian— the Golden Flying Dragon and the various officers of the Red-Haired Pirates are also monster-level beings.

Compared to them, the naval officers they brought were somewhat lacking.

so.

"Hawk Eyes,"

Aokiji said, "As one of the Shichibukai under the government's command, now is the time for you to make your mark."

"Excuse me,"

Hawk Eyes calmly drank his wine. "I haven't received any official government documents. Show me the government's transfer order before you talk to me."

Aokiji smacked his lips.

As expected, this is the result.

Ultimately, what is the purpose of these Shichibukai?

but.

"In that case, could you please remain a bystander?"

Aokiji said, "If we become enemies with the Navy, then our status as Shichibukai will be revoked."

Hawk Eyes's lips twitched slightly.

Aokiji scratched his head again.

Even excluding Hawk Eyes, this battle won't be easy.

"You two bastards!"

Hero Garp ignored all of that and strode towards Ian and Red-Haired, saying, "So it was you who bewitched my adorable grandsons?"

"Don't misunderstand, Vice Admiral Garp,"

Red-Haired waved his hand. "Luffy and I are indeed friends, but I've never agreed to let him join my crew. He's still a child."

"Shanks!!"

Luffy shouted defiantly, "Let me on board!!"

"Sorry, Luffy."

Red-Haired shook his head firmly.

"Whoa!!!"

Luffy instantly slumped onto the table like a wilted cabbage, motionless.

"My words,"

Ian chimed in, "Indeed, an invitation was extended to Ace, and it's wonderful that he's chosen to accept."

"Kid!!"

With Ian finally the only one in Vice Admiral Garp's eyes, his fists clenched so tightly they cracked, and the black Inazuma surged to unprecedented heights.

This guy's Armament Haki is so strong! Senior Ochoku isn't even worthy of carrying this Vice Admiral's shoes.

But while his companions tensed up, Ian laughed and said, "Vice Admiral Garp wants to fight? Now? Here?"

The imposing Hero Garp stopped abruptly.

He subconsciously looked around and saw some astonished villagers.

His clenched fist unconsciously loosened.

If a battle were to take place here, the entire village would surely be destroyed, and these villagers he knew so well would likely perish as a result.

The naval hero, who had been furious, now frowned.

The situation is getting complicated.

"So,"

Ian smiled and raised his glass. "Vice Admiral Garp, and Mr. Kuzan, let's have a New Year's Eve party!"

"Ah la la."

Aokiji, with his deadpan eyes, said, "This is truly an incredible invitation. I never expected to hear it from a pirate."

Not to mention him, the Red-Haired Pirates were all stunned.

Inviting the Navy, especially a legendary Vice Admiral and Admiral candidate, to a banquet—that's incredibly audacious!

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Only Red-Haired laughed heartily, "Isn't this quite amusing? Captain Roger once said it was a pity he never had a banquet with Vice Admiral Garp!"

"Kid,"

Vice Admiral Garp's voice was icy, "You seem quite confident?"

Ian sighed, "You guys are such a spoilsport, Vice Admiral Garp. It was supposed to be a very lively and joyful banquet for everyone."

Hero Garp looked around again, and all the villagers who met his gaze lowered their heads in embarrassment, not daring to meet his eyes.

Even Aokiji couldn't help but sigh.

He really gets along well with the pirates; they're having a banquet together.

These villagers were old acquaintances of Mr. Garp.

Now he didn't know what to do.

In fact, not only him, but even the well-informed Vice Admiral Garp fell silent.

"You bastard!"

The naval hero cursed angrily.

"Kuzan! We're back!"

He shouted.

"Yes!"

Aokiji instantly stood up straight, like a javelin, and answered in the most standard volume.

If a fight breaks out, they're more likely to be the ones who suffer the most.

He breathed a sigh of relief.

The pirates breathed a sigh of relief. While they weren't exactly scared, as Ian had said, wouldn't it be a shame to interrupt such a joyous celebration?

"You two brats!"

Vice Admiral Garp turned around and glared fiercely at his two grandsons. "Come back with me!"

"I don't want to!"

In unison, the two children responded loudly at the same time.

"It's not up to you!"

The naval hero rolled up his sleeves; today, he had to teach these two rebellious brats a lesson.

Just as Ian was about to say something...

He suddenly raised his head.

Along with him, Red-Haired and Garp also looked up.

"Are they here?"

All traces of drunkenness had vanished from Red-Haired, and her eyes were now extremely solemn.

"Is it really such a coincidence?"

Ian gazed at the distant sky and muttered to himself.

"They've arrived?"

Although Hawk Eyes was a little slow to realize it, his eyes were already full of excited smiles.

"Kuzan!!"

Garp yelled at the top of his lungs, "Contact headquarters!"

"The Golden Lion has appeared!"

High in the sky, directly above the enormous city of the Kingdom of Goa.

While the people in the city below were nervously celebrating New Year's Eve, an island had quietly arrived.

"Hahahaha!"

The man floating above the island waved gently, "Happy New Year."

The island, which had previously defied gravity, was suddenly pulled down by gravity and plummeted downwards.

"Oh, there are still two hours until New Year's Day. Oh well, it doesn't matter if I'm not happy."

The wind generated by the island's fall alone was enough to shake the heavens like thunder.

Let's go back a little earlier.

Below, some distance from the city, on the sea, rows of ships from the Kingdom of Goa floated, carrying various noble families from that country.

To escape the possible attack of the Golden Lion, they fled to the sea by boat.

Screams erupted from a room in one of the ships.

"Ugh! My stomach hurts so much! There was something wrong with the food I ate tonight!"

Inside the room, a blond child was rolling on the floor, clutching his stomach and screaming in pain.

His shouting quickly had an effect; the door, which had been locked from the outside, was opened, and two servants rushed in.

"Young Master Sabo! Are you alright?"

Two servants hurried off to check on the boy.

Unexpectedly, the boy flipped himself up and, with astonishing strength, knocked both of them to the ground before dashing out of the room.

Sabo ran quickly through the long corridors of the ship's cabin.

It's time for the New Year's Eve celebrations, the moment when the ship's security is at its most relaxed!

Sprinting up the stairs, Sabo kicked over two guards watching the cabin door and finally reached the ship's deck.

"Young Master Sabo has escaped!"

The guards behind me cried out in panic.

But it doesn't matter, I'm free now!

All you need to do now is jump into the sea and swim back to the island to find Ace!

That guy is definitely still looking for me! I have to go and meet him first, and then find a way to get a boat to go out to sea.

Although the nobles' abandonment of the people was shameful, given the imminent threat of the Golden Lion, fleeing to the sea would indeed be safer.

Um?

Just as Sabo reached the ship's side and was about to jump into the sea, he suddenly heard the howling wind from above.

He raised his head.

Then.

I was stunned.

In the night sky, something enormous, as if blotting out the sun, fell.

It was as if the sky had collapsed.

"Huh?"