As Rayleigh spoke, Usopp had been suddenly grabbed, tilted his head to the side.
"Dad... Dad?!"
With a gasp, Usopp looked around and immediately grabbed his pistol!
That's right. Ever since receiving Shakky's heartfelt guidance, Usopp, under the sandbags as big as the old men's fists, learned to put down his slingshot and switch to a more direct and dangerous gun!
Gawain agreed with this point, because compared to a slingshot, only a gun can truly showcase a sniper's skill!
As can be seen in the original One Piece storyline, before the Pirate King Summit War, Usopp, although possessing some offensive capabilities thanks to his slingshot, barely managed to be a combat member of the Straw Hat Pirates.
But after the Summit War, even though Usopp's bullets were significantly enhanced, he himself fell out of the category of combatant and became a commendable support character.
There's a saying: Luffy, Zoro in bad times, Usopp in desperate situations.
The desperate situation here relies not on Usopp's strength, but rather on Usopp strange and wonderful support abilities.
This is similar to some games where the ADC (Attack Damage Carry) determines the team's potential, while the support determines the team's potential.
And after the Summit War, the Straw Hat Pirates often relied on Usopp's incredible luck to overcome countless strange crises...
In short, it must be admitted that after insisting on using a slingshot, Usopp's strength almost dropped to the level of a second-rate fighter.
Sometimes Gawain simply couldn't imagine how Usopp could possibly surpass Ben Beckman and Yasopp in the gunslinger category.
The Red-Haired Pirates need no introduction; almost every gunman on their ship has the strength to make Admiral take them seriously.
Can you imagine Usopp getting Admiral to take things seriously?
Unless Oda gives him a power-up, okay?
In short, Usopp is now an excellent gunslinger who mainly uses his slingshot as a toy and has switched to a flintlock pistol as his primary weapon.
He raised his pistol and pulled the trigger without hesitation.
Bang!
With a muffled thud, and as the smoke gradually dissipated, Yasopp on the opposite side frowned and raised his gun. Two bullets collided in mid-air and then flew out together.
After shooting down Usopp's bullet, Yasopp smiled wryly and set his spear aside.
He simply spread his hands, giving Beckman a helpless look.
"I'm doomed, Beckman, I can't possibly raise a weapon against an enemy like this."
It's not because he's my son, but because he's too weak, so weak that I don't even have the strength to fire a gun!
Across from him, Usopp was trembling with rage upon hearing his father's words.
Before he could refute anything, he heard Yasopp continue speaking.
"But anyway, hahaha!"
Beckman, did you see that shot just now? My son's Observation Haki is surprisingly good, haha!
He's so young! Let me think, how old is he?
He's definitely not an adult, that's right. A child who's not even an adult can actually fire a decent-looking bullet and has mastered such an advanced technique Observation Haki!!!
Yasopp slapped his thigh hard.
"This is my son, this is the legacy of my Yasopp. The fortune teller on Fish-Man Island who told our fortunes back then was right. My son is indeed an outstanding archer who can change the future of the sea!"
I've watched him grow up since he was a child. As long as he continues to grow, he'll eventually surpass me, his father, and become the next generation's number one marksman in the world!!!
As soon as he finished speaking, Yasopp, showing off his sausage lips, and stood there grinning like an idiot.
His smile made Beckman lick his cigar butt in frustration.
"Okay, okay~."
Beckman waved his hand dismissively.
"I know your son is very capable, and I also know that you're too lazy to participate in the upcoming war."
Go do what you want to do. After all, the Dark Bird Ship is just an enemy of pirates, not an enemy of our Red-Haired Pirates.
It's just a matter of getting by; one more or one less won't make a difference!
After saying that, Beckman casually spat out the cigar in his mouth, then raised his pistol and took two steps forward.
As he walked, he rolled his eyes and said this.
"Dark King Rayleigh, you old man really have no martial ethics!"
I thought you were hiding some terrifying plan, but it turns out you were just playing the family card!
Admittedly, this tactic was simple yet deadly. As you can see, the gunmen in our unit have lost their will to fight.
But don't be too happy yet, after all, not everyone has a biological son on your ship!
Even without Yasopp, do you think you could withstand our combined assault from the Beasts Pirates and Big Mom?
"Oh..."
Upon hearing Beckman's words, Rayleigh chuckled amiably, then casually tossed Usopp away.
"Usopp, go find a place and have a good chat with your old man."
If we miss today, we probably won't see them again for at least several years!
After saying that, Rayleigh waved to Usopp from a distance, Usopp immediately nodded, then picked up his pistol and walked away without saying a word.
Watching Usopp's retreating figure, Yasopp's excited expression subsided slightly.
"It seems that my son is still not satisfied with his father."
"Hey, Beckman, I'm going to have a good talk with my son."
"What ever."
Beckman smiled and nodded, then raised his hand to hold up his pistol and gestured with his chin toward Rayleigh.
"Now it's our turn, right?"
He said this, and then he pulled the trigger with great interest, and a bullet flashed and hit Rayleigh's chest.
Facing the incoming bullet, Rayleigh raised his longsword and desperately blocked it.
With a loud crackling sound on the blade, Rayleigh raised his left hand and struck out fiercely.
"Young man, you don't think this old man has no way to help me, do you?"
Hehe, Trafalgar Law!!!
"Receive!"
From afar, Law, who was barely dodging Lucky Roux's attacks by relying on his room, instantly used his room space to switch places with another person!
A moment later...
Whoosh!
Lucky Roux's fist landed on another person's head, neither too hard nor too soft!
"Ouch!!!"
One second I was just joining in the fun, and the next second I was flashing to several different locations, and then I inexplicably got punched!
The key thing is, the feeling of being punched in the head... it feels so familiar!!!
Overjoyed, Luffy looked up, his head steaming with excitement, and shouted with delight.
"La la la la la la... Lucky Roux?!!"
"Ah, Luffy kid?!"
Lucky Roux was also pleasantly surprised. He threw the chicken leg he was holding in his left hand away and then grabbed Luffy by the collar.
"Hey you, haha, it's been a long time!"
Let me see... tsk tsk, you've got a few more scars now. Looks like you're a real man now!
So, all these years we've been gone, have you missed us?
That said, you probably won't miss it too much, considering how lucky you were to end up on Gawain's ship and run into your childhood friends.
"How's Uta doing? Has Gawain been bullying her, like forcing her to wear Lolita clothes or something?"
"Why?!!"
Luffy's face was completely bewildered as he listened to Lucky Roux's question.
What Lolita fashion? Who even knows anything about that? Besides, who would force a little girl Uta to wear that kind of clothing?
While her height is barely acceptable, her physique is simply not up to par, okay???
While complaining, Luffy clenched his fist and punched Lucky Roux Strike hard on the head.
After delivering the punch, Luffy immediately threw himself into Lucky Roux's arms.
"Haha, you rascal, it's been so long!"
After you left Foosha Village, my life has been so incredibly boring. I can hardly imagine how I've managed all these years!
Where are the others? Hmm?
Are we all behind a mirror?
Haha, I saw the Masira!
"You're all here! And not a single one is missing! That's fantastic!!!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Luffy rubbed his big face against Lucky Roux's belly with all his might.
The members of the Red-Haired Pirates hold a place in Luffy's heart that is in no way inferior to Uta.
Seeing Luffy's excited expression, Lucky Roux smiled knowingly, then turned around and waved.
"Beckman, please excuse my poor skills, haha. Old Master Rayleigh is indeed very capable, and his heart is truly ruthless!"
In short, after seeing this kid, I'm afraid I won't be able to fight!
"I can't really become enemies with Luffy, can I? He's the brat Shanks has his eye on!"
After saying that, Lucky Roux turned around and pulled Luffy off him.
Lucky Roux asked, grabbing Luffy by the back of the Luffy.
"And you, kid, weren't you always calling out 'Shanks, Shanks' all the time?"
After all these years, why don't you ask about Shanks anymore?
If you want to see him, he will definitely come to see you, after all, Mihawk has lost his spark for Shanks.
Aren't they all getting tired of it?
Anyway, I'll take you to Shanks now. He'll be so happy to see you!
As soon as he finished speaking, Lucky Roux immediately wanted to Luffy Shanks.
There will be plenty of opportunities to play things like the battle with Mihawk later.
Shanks must really miss this future Shanks chose.
However, upon hearing Lucky Roux's words, Luffy shook his head violently.
"No, no, no!!!"
After a series of denials, Luffy raised his left hand and pressed it against his Straw Hat.
After lowering his hat brim slightly, Luffy paused for a moment, then suddenly raised his head.
He looked at Lucky Roux's face, which was filled with the word "brilliant".
Smiling brightly, Luffy removed his hand from his Straw Hat.
"Shanks, I really miss him. He must miss me too, right?"
But he didn't come to see me either, so it seems he must be thinking the same thing as me!
As long as I haven't become the true Pirate King, as long as I haven't received a bounty worthy of this straw Straw Hat.
"I definitely don't want to meet Shanks, right? Shanks thinks the same way!"
After saying that, Luffy grinned as he always did, revealing his white teeth.
Seeing Luffy's smiling face, Lucky Roux paused slightly, then nodded appreciatively.
"You little brat, you really are just like Shanks, that pretentious guy. No wonder the captain was even willing to sacrifice an arm for you!"
Since that's what you think, fine then, Shanks, we'll see each other again.
However, regardless, it's to celebrate this rare reunion.
You've got to treat me to a steak, haven't you?
"Of course!"
Luffy nodded hurriedly, then grabbed Lucky Roux and left.
Soon, the two traversed the desolate wilderness and arrived at the Dark Bird Ship, which was defending against the attacks of the Beasts Pirates and the Big Mom Pirates.
Under the astonished gazes of countless soldiers, Lucky Roux, with a black line on his forehead, forced his way onto the deck of the Dark Bird Ship.
As he walked, Lucky Roux wiped his sweat and laughed.
"Hey, you little brat, you promised to treat me to a meal, and you end up eating at your cafeteria?"
We're at war, okay?
Can't you show some respect for war?
"Fight?"
Upon hearing this, Luffy tilted his head to the side.
"Isn't the war you're fighting against that uncle who can turn into a dragon?"
Besides, didn't you come here to help?
Wait, don't tell me you're here to beat us up. Usopp and his dad have already sat down and started eating, okay?
Besides, our Gawain only fights bad guys, Shanks isn't a bad guy, so why would we fight?
As he spoke, Luffy led Lucky Roux to the cafeteria.
Sure enough, Usopp and Yasopp were sitting in a corner, eating and chatting.
Not far from Usopp, Red-Leg Zeff, holding a spatula, lectured Sanji, who was covered in bandages, while occasionally glancing coldly at Yasopp.
Only when Lucky Roux arrived did Zeff turn his cold gaze to Lucky Roux and say something.
"Another strange fellow. The restaurant is really lively today!"
This guy looks like he can eat a lot, so he's a good fit for this place, humph!
At this point, Zeff casually hit Sanji head with a frying spoon.
"Look at you, and then look at everyone else, you little brat with curly eyebrows!"
Other people get into fights and then bring their friends home for dinner, but you, in the middle of a fight, broke your own bone and can't even cook when you get home!
You're a great chef, are you sure your battlefield has to be in the most dangerous place?
Don't try to act tough with me. Since you've forgotten your job, then you'd better satisfy your customers' demands even with your injuries!
After saying that, Zeff grabbed Luffy and left, leaving Lucky Roux in the distance feeling incredibly awkward.
Fortunately, Yasopp quickly gave Lucky Roux a look.
They exchanged a glance, Yasopp's eyes seemed to say, "You're here too?"
Lucky Roux returned and sat down opposite Luffy with a smile.
Seeing Lucky Roux sit down, Luffy excitedly slapped the table.
"Grandpa never gave me pocket money back then, so even when I went to Sister Makino's tavern, you guys had to treat me."
Besides, I couldn't drink alcohol back then, so I could only drink orange juice and milk while you guys laughed at me.
But things are different now, haha!
Now it's finally my turn to treat you!
Most importantly, hehe!
"I'm not the only one on this boat; everyone from Foosha Village is here too. You didn't expect that, did you? You'll get to drink Sister Maginot's wine again!!!"
After saying that, Luffy called out to Makino from afar, and Makino immediately smiled and brought drinks to Luffy and Lucky Roux.
After putting down the sake jug, Makino casually pinched Luffy's head.
"Don't say things that sound like an adult, Luffy. Even now, you're still not an adult!"
Don't think I don't know, Ace and Sabo always take you to the kitchen to steal drinks!
Anyway, I'll reluctantly let you have one drink this time.
It's the same from now on. If you want a drink, come find me. Don't hang out with Ace and Sabo, understand?
After saying that, he met Luffy's big... "You don't even give the child face in public?" look.
Makino gave Lucky Roux a slight bow.
"Long time no see, Mr. Raki Lu. I haven't had a chance to properly thank you for what happened back then."
Whether it was you helping me stop Higuma, or Shanks sacrificing an arm to save Luffy, that matter.
I feel I can never repay these debts of gratitude!
At this point, Makino reached into the basket behind her and rummaged around for a moment.
Soon, she pulled a bottle of special wine from the basket.
"Here, this is for you, Mr. Lucky Roux."
This is the best wine I could find on the Dark Bird Ship. This kind of wine is usually only occasionally provided to Lord Gawain.
Drink it quietly, so no one sees you.
Although Gawain won't punish me severely for this little secret, if he finds out, I'll be too ashamed to face him again!
Also, there's only one bottle left, so there's no need to bring one for Shanks!
As Makino spoke, her expression remained as gentle as ever, but for some reason, Lucky Roux felt the air grow colder.
After nervously wiping away the cold sweat, he heard Makino, who was smiling across from him, suddenly continue speaking.
"Anyway, in the eight years Shanks has been gone, he must have tasted countless wines far more precious than this!"
You agree, Mr. Lu!!!