It was late in the night, but the silvery moonlight still shone over the peaceful mountains.
People lay scattered all over the bathhouse, with only a few flickering campfires still dancing in the wind.
Thump! Thump! Thump!
After lighting the cigarette in his mouth, Lina tossed the torch aside and sat back against a boulder.
After soaking in the hot springs, the still-energetic group had simply started a banquet right there, carrying on for most of the night.
"That was a blast."
Luffy rubbed his round belly and gave it a pat before standing up, completely satisfied. "Well, I'm heading back to sleep."
"You were the one who had a blast eating, Luffy."
Usopp's throat was hoarse, and he looked utterly exhausted. "I'm done too. I'd better get back and rest."
He'd spent the whole night bragging, from Captain Kuro back in the East Blue to Magellan in Impel Down.
He'd beaten every enemy they'd encountered along the way with his mouth, and his throat was nearly shot.
"Ahh, I need to head back to the ship and recharge."
Franky struggled to his feet, looking utterly worn out. His blue pompadour drooped over his forehead. "I can't believe there isn't a single bottle of cola on this whole island."
"In that case, we might as well head back together."
Zoro hung his swords from his waist, then bent down, grabbed the unconscious Sanji, and hoisted him onto his shoulder. He glanced down at him. "Aren't you coming?"
"You guys go ahead."
Lina waved a hand casually. "I'll take Nami back later."
"Okay, see you later." Luffy waved, then turned and swaggered off with the others.
"Hey, Usopp, that Zoro cheese Sea King noodle soup was really good!"
"It was mozzarella cheese, Luffy."
"I saw so many panties tonight. I'm so