Faced with Tesoro's straightforward answer.
Ginny was clearly taken aback. She looked at Roy, then at the bear, and suddenly understood something.
"You... are here to invite Xiong to join?"
She was indeed very clever and immediately guessed Roy's purpose.
Roy nodded.
"Yes.
The strength and potential of bears can be very helpful to us.
More importantly, he is a respectable person.
Ginny was silent for a moment, then turned to the bear.
"Bear, what do you think?"
The bear put down its cutlery and said in a low voice,
"I refused."
" Ginny, I don't want us to get involved in any more fighting and conflict."
"But..."
Ginny bit her lip.
"Bear, you have nightmares every night about the God Valley."
Even though you don't say it, I know you can't let go of the past.
The bear's body trembled slightly.
Ginny continued,
"Moreover, Ivan said before he left that running away wouldn't solve the problem."
The world needs to change, and we all have a responsibility to do so.
She looked at Roy:
" Captain Roy, if Bear joins your team, can you ensure his safety?"
The World Government has been searching for him because of his bloodline...
"I can guarantee that."
Roy said solemnly,
"On my ship, he is our partner."
Anyone who wants to harm my partner will have to get past me first.
Ginny nodded, then looked at the bear:
"Bear, I know you're worried about me."
But I also want to tell you—I'm not afraid of danger.
Instead of living in constant fear and hiding, let's actively strive for the life we want.
Looking into Ginny's determined eyes, Xiong's last line of defense began to waver.
This girl is always like this; she seems delicate, but she's stronger than anyone else inside.
When she escaped from God Valley, she kept encouraging herself not to give up.
Now, it is she who is pushing herself forward.
Let me... think about it some more.
The bear finally said,
"Give me one night."
"Good."
Roy nodded in understanding.
We'll camp nearby and visit again tomorrow.
Dinner ended in a somewhat somber atmosphere.
Roy and the others said their goodbyes and left, Ginny saw them off to the church entrance.
Captain Roy.
Ginny called to Roy and whispered,
"Xiong... has experienced a lot of pain."
If he ultimately decides to join, please treat him well.
"I guarantee this in the captain's name."
Roy said seriously,
"On my ship, every crew member is family."
Ginny smiled with relief, "Thank you."
After leaving the church, Roy and his group set up camp in the woods.
A campfire was lit, and everyone sat around it.
"Captain, do you think the bear will agree?" Pea asked.
"Half and half."
Roy looked at the flickering flames,
The bear was struggling internally.
He wanted a peaceful life, but he also knew he couldn't hide forever.
Ginny's attitude will be key.
That girl is not simple.
Hawk Eyes made a rare comment,
"Although not very strong, he has a strong will and is very opinionated."
"Really."
Roy nodded.
"To have survived in a place like God Valley and stayed with the bear until now, Ginny's inner strength is far greater than her outward appearance."
Bullet yawned:
"Whether he agrees or not, we have already expressed our sincerity."
If he still refuses, then forget it. You can't force a relationship.
"No."
Roy shook his head.
"Xiong is a talent we must recruit."
"Not only because of his strength, but also because of his bloodline—the potential of the Buccaneer Tribe may exceed our imagination."
What makes the Buccaneer Tribe so special?
I have only seen scattered records in ancient books.
They say they are 'descendants of the Giant Tribe who built the Land of the Gods '.
"I don't know the specifics either."
Roy frankly said,
"But there must be a reason why the World Government is so wary of this race, even to the point of wanting to exterminate them."
And you can see the bear's size—it's still growing and may grow even larger in the future.
With such a physique and proper training, his potential is immeasurable.
Everyone recalled Xiong's unusual height and broad hands.
Indeed, that's not the size of a normal human being.
"Okay, let's rest first."
Roy stood up.
I have things to do tomorrow.
Regardless of Xiong's decision, we have to stay here for a few days—at least, do something for these poor people.
Everyone nodded and went to find a place to rest.
Roy leaned against a tree, closed his eyes, and quietly activated his Observation Haki.
In his perception, the bear and Ginny were still talking inside the church.
Their voices were soft, but in the quiet night, they were clearly audible to Roy's Observation Haki.
" Ginny, do you really think I should join them?"
The bear's voice was hesitant.
"Bear, I'm not making this decision for you."
Ginny said gently,
I just want to tell you—don't give up the opportunity because you're worried about me.
Do you remember what Ivan said before he left?
"If our generation does nothing, the next generation will suffer even more."
"I remember..."
Captain Roy and the others seem serious.
I've seen that Hawk Eyes guy in the newspaper; he's a world-renowned Great Swordsman.
That Mr. Bullet has an incredibly strong aura.
And that Tesoro, he seems to be Devil Fruit User the Rumble-Rumble Fruit...
Ginny counted them down,
"Such a powerful team came specifically to invite you, which shows they really value you."
The bear was silent for a moment:
But I'm afraid... afraid of getting involved in the fight again, afraid of losing you.
"Bear."
Ginny took his hand.
"We almost died in the God Valley."
Being alive until now is a bonus; every day is precious.
"If that's the case, why not live a more meaningful life?"
Her voice was firm:
"If you join the Roy Pirates, I want to go with you."
I want to learn how to fight, and learn everything that can help you.
I want to go with you to change this unfair world.
Looking at the glint in Ginny's eyes, Xiong finally made up his mind.
"Okay... I'll give them an answer tomorrow."
"Um!"
The conversation inside the church ended, and the candles were extinguished.
In the woods,
Roy opened his eyes, a slight smile appearing on his lips.
It seems there will be good news tomorrow.
As night deepened, all was quiet.
Only the occasional coughs echoing from the distant slums serve as a reminder that the world's suffering is far from over.
But change might begin tomorrow.
The morning sunlight filtered through the leaves, filling the forest with the fresh scent of grass and trees.
Just as Roy and the others finished setting up camp, they saw Bear and Ginny walking towards them from the direction of the church.
Xiong's expression was much more determined than yesterday, and Ginny followed beside him with an expectant smile on her face.
Captain Roy.
The bear walked up to Roy and bowed deeply.
"After careful consideration, I have decided to join the Roy Pirates."
But I have a few conditions.
"Please speak," Roy said seriously.
"First, Ginny has to come aboard with me; her safety must be guaranteed."
"Yes, Miss Ginny will be a full member of our crew, enjoying all the protection and benefits."
"Secondly, before I leave, I want to do something more for the poor people here."
They... have suffered so much.
The bear's voice lowered.
"I know this is a bit much, but..."
"Not excessive."
Roy interrupted him.
"When you agreed to board the ship, you were our partner."
In fact,
I had always intended to change the status quo of this country before I left.