Time flew by in the blink of an eye, and a day passed swiftly. After successfully leaving Navarone Fortress, the Straw Hat Pirates continued their adventure into the unknown, heading for a mysterious and unusual island.
Sunlight spilled across the broad deck, and a gentle breeze brushed everyone's faces.
Nami looked around at her companions, who were sitting or lying about with little to do.
The corners of her mouth lifted into a sly smile, and she called out, "Listen up, everyone! Let's divide up the gold!"
Her words were like a bolt of lightning tearing through the peaceful atmosphere, instantly setting the entire deck alight.
Luffy threw up his arms as if he had been pumped full of stimulants, cheering excitedly. "Hahaha! We're finally splitting the treasure! Now I can have my life-size bronze statue made!" His laughter echoed across the sea, drawing sidelong looks from the others.
But no one shared Luffy's excitement, and their faces filled with disdain. Zoro was particularly speechless. "Why are you so obsessed with having a bronze statue of yourself? If you ask me, we should spend all this treasure on booze. Then we could drink to our hearts' content."
As everyone voiced their opinions, Liu Qing and Robin walked over hand in hand. Their steps were light, and happy smiles spread across their faces.
On the night they left the Marine fortress-last night-they had officially become a couple. Now they were passionately in love, inseparable and constantly at each other's side.
Looking at the excited group, Liu Qing offered his opinion. "Everyone, haven't you noticed how much the Going Merry is struggling to sail now?"
Robin nodded and said softly, "It's true. The Grand Line's climate and environment have made sailing very difficult for the Going Merry. Although we've protected it well,