Two days later.
West Blue, Teapot Island.
The island is small and its name is almost impossible to find on a map.
But on the island, there was a figure who was quite well-known throughout the entire West Blue—
Sheriff Lafitte.
It is said that this person is powerful and ruthless, and under his rule, there have never been any security problems on the island.
Those pirates and criminals who dared to cause trouble either disappeared without a trace or left on their own initiative, never daring to return.
Roy landed at the island's port.
He was still wearing those ordinary clothes, concealing his aura, looking just like an ordinary traveler.
The port was small, with a few fishing boats moored there and some vendors hawking their wares.
Roy glanced around and strode towards the island.
There weren't many pedestrians on the street, but the order was well maintained.
There were no homeless people, no beggars, and no troublemakers.
Everything seemed to be in perfect order.
Roy nodded to himself.
This Lafitte is certainly capable.
It's no small feat to manage a small island like this.
" A Tavern ".
Roy glanced at the tavern's name and pushed open the door to enter.
The tavern was bustling with noise and filled with the smell of alcohol.
Pirates, merchants, and adventurers mingled together, drinking, playing drinking games, and boasting.
Roy walked to the bar and sat down.
"Boss, a drink, please."
The boss responded and handed over a glass of wine.
Roy picked up his glass, took a sip, and then said calmly,
"Boss, I need to ask you about someone."
The boss said while wiping the cups.
Who is it?
"Where is your sheriff, Lafitte?"
The tavern fell silent for a moment after these words were spoken.
Several gazes fell upon Roy.
There was curiosity, vigilance, and also ill intent.
In the corner, a young man wearing a top hat, with a snow-white face and bright red lips, had a slight glint in his eyes.
The boss gave a dry laugh.
"Sir, what brings you to see Mr. Lafitte?"
Roy said calmly,
"Something came up."
Just as the boss was about to speak, a few pirates at the next table suddenly spoke up.
"Hey kid, are you looking for Lafitte?"
A burly man with a face full of scars stood up, walked to Roy's side, and looked down at him.
"What does a brat like you, still wet behind the ears, have to do with Lafitte?!"
Roy glanced at him but didn't say anything.
Seeing that Roy did not answer, the burly man became even more arrogant.
"Kid, you look unfamiliar, are you from out of town?"
Do you know the rules here?
"If you want to find out about someone, you have to pay protection money first!"
He reached out to grab Roy's collar.
Roy frowned slightly.
He flicked his finger slightly.
An invisible Telekinesis instantly enveloped the burly man!
The burly man's face changed drastically. Before he could react, he was shoved into the ground!
boom--!!!
The ground exploded, and the burly man was forced into the ground, with only his head sticking out!
"Aaaaaah--!!!"
He screamed and struggled desperately, but he couldn't move at all!
The entire tavern fell into a deathly silence instantly!
Everyone stared wide-eyed, looking at the scene in disbelief!
That burly man is a pirate with a bounty of over ten million Beli!
Incredibly... a young man simply flicked it with his finger and pressed it into the ground?!
What... what kind of monster is this?!
Roy picked up his glass, took a small sip, and acted as if nothing had happened.
"Is anyone else demanding protection money?"
His voice was soft, yet it resonated like thunder in everyone's ears.
Those pirates who had just wanted to join in the fun immediately shrank back, not daring to breathe.
Just then--
In the corner, the young man wearing a top hat slowly stood up.
He walked up to Roy, took off his top hat, and bowed slightly.
The movements were elegant and composed, like those of a nobleman.
"I wonder why the Great Sea Emperor ' Heavenly Dao ' Roy wants to see someone as insignificant as me?"
These words plunged the entire tavern into dead silence once more!
Heavenly Dao Roy?!
That monster with a bounty exceeding 2.5 billion?!
That man who just fought the Garp the Marine Hero for three days and three nights and awakened his Devil Fruit Awakening?!
The look in everyone's eyes as they looked at Roy instantly shifted from fear to awe.
A few of the more timid ones collapsed to the ground, trembling all over.
Roy looked at the young man before him, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.
This guy has a good eye.
" Lafitte?"
Roy said calmly.
The young man smiled slightly.
"It is I."
Roy nodded.
"Sit."
Lafitte sat down next to him and ordered a drink from the owner.
" Captain Roy, what brings such an important figure as you to a small island like this?"
Roy looked at him,
"I'm looking for you."
Lafitte's eyes narrowed slightly.
Looking for me?
Roy nodded.
" Lafitte, the island's sheriff."
I've investigated you.
"I'd like to invite you to join my pirate crew."
Lafitte was stunned.
Join... the Roy Pirates?
That pirate crew, one of the five major powers of the New World, with monsters like Hawk Eyes, Bullet, and Red Count?
He took a deep breath, suppressing his shock.
" Captain Roy, you... you're not joking, are you?"
Roy looked at him,
Do you think I'm joking?
Lafitte fell silent.
He looked into Roy's eyes, eyes that were calm as still water, yet unfathomable.
He knew that what the man was saying was true.
a long time--
Lafitte smiled.
That smile carried a hint of relief, and also a hint of anticipation.
" Captain Roy, it is my honor to have been chosen by you."
"But--"
He paused,
"Before I agree, I want to give it a try--"
"Just how big is the gap between me and someone as strong as you?"
Roy looked at him, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.
To be honest, no wonder they were chosen by Blackbeard; they are all incredibly audacious!
"Interesting."
"Okay, I promise."
Lafitte stood up and bowed slightly.
"Let's go, Captain Roy. There's a quiet area on the other side of the island."
Seeing that Lafitte was about to leave, Roy waved his hand.
"Need not."
"Right here."
Lafitte was taken aback.
"Here?"
Roy nodded.
Don't waste your time.
"All right!"
Lafitte took a deep breath, said no more, and with a flick of his sword, thrust it towards Roy!
That speed was as fast as Inazuma!
That angle was incredibly tricky!
However--
The sword tip stopped abruptly less than an inch from Roy!
It wasn't that he stopped; he was firmly locked in place by an invisible force!
Lafitte's expression changed drastically. He tried his best to break free, but found that his body was as if it were locked by invisible chains, and he could not move at all!
Roy picked up his glass, took a sip,
"That's the difference."
Lafitte fell silent.
A moment later, he sheathed his staff and sword and bowed deeply.
" Captain Roy, I am completely convinced."
"From this day forward, Lafitte, I am willing to serve you like a dog or a horse."
Roy nodded.
"Very good."
"Go pack your things and come with me."
Lafitte nodded and turned to leave.
Inside the tavern, the pirates exchanged glances, their eyes filled with envy.
That's the Roy Pirates!
One of the five major powers in the New World!
Joining them is like achieving instant success!
A few of the bolder ones quickly gathered around.
" Captain Roy! We want to join too!"
"Yes, yes, yes! We'd be happy to serve you!"
Please accept us!
Roy glanced at them.
"You?"
He gently shook his head.
"Not qualified."
The pirates' faces stiffened, but they dared not say anything more.
Yeah, people like them can't even beat Lafitte, what right do they have to join the Roy Pirates?
A moment later, Lafitte packed his things and returned to the tavern.
Roy stood up.
Let's go.
The two walked out of the tavern and disappeared at the end of the street.
Behind them, the pirates in the tavern remained unsettled for a long time.