The Search for His Origins

Oak glanced at Nami. Her expression was as sincere as could be, as if she truly had his best interests at heart.

But in reality... What an actor!

He rolled his eyes and saw straight through Nami's thoughts. This little actress was clearly trying to provoke him into fighting Arlong and his crew.

However, he did not expose her. Since he had decided to keep Nami by his side, it was indeed necessary to help her deal with some lingering worries. It was only right to rid her of the trouble caused by Arlong's crew.

Besides, those Fishmen were nothing but small fry in his eyes, things he could deal with casually without much effort.

So, he played along with Nami.

"Is that so? Then I'd like to see just how powerful those Fishmen are. They dare steal someone from me? Once I've eaten my fill, I'll go back with you and wipe them out!"

He put on an impassioned look, pounding his chest as he made his promise to Nami. Nami's eyes lit up.

He took the bait!

This was exactly the result she wanted.

"Then let's go eat!"

She eagerly stepped forward and linked her arm through Oak's, pressing her whole body against him as she pulled him into a restaurant.

East Blue, Foosha Village. At the same time Oak entered the East Blue, a straw-hatted boy officially set out on his own adventure.

"Everyone, I'll miss you!"

Standing aboard a small boat, he waved farewell to the villagers on shore with a brilliant smile. Then, with one punch, he took down the Lord of the Coast lurking in the nearby waters, completing the revenge he had sought since childhood. After that, he charged ahead at full speed. He first encountered the Alvida Pirates at sea, sent the