Just as Issho was leading the old Marine to his hometown, the Straw Hat Pirates finally landed on the island ruled by the " Abyss " Trading Company.
Luffy, who initially harbored some resentment towards Lin Yuan, completely forgot about it after seeing countless delicious foods.
After discussing the supplies they needed to purchase, the group split up and set off separately.
Fortunately, they still had some Beli on them, and planned to leave after their big shopping spree.
"This place is truly wealthy; I've only ever seen scenes like this in the Sabaody Archipelago."
Lawrence sighed. Even though he had never been to the territory under the Chamber of Commerce's control before, he could still see the differences here.
The entire island is filled with high-rise buildings, and there are even many exquisite villas. Many places are bustling markets, with rows of shops filled with residents coming to shop.
The group of people were like Granny Liu visiting the Grand View Garden, almost overwhelmed by the sights.
"Meat, so much meat!"
Luffy's eyes had completely turned into flesh, and he ran straight to a self-service restaurant and started eating. Seeing that others had gotten food without paying, he started eating without thinking.
Unlike the others, he took almost all the meat in the shop and placed it on the table, drawing surprised glances from everyone.
"Excuse me, sir, although this is a self-service restaurant, according to regulations, each food item has a limited quota. Also, please pay your Beli first before you eat."
The waiters at this restaurant had never seen anyone like this before. Although there was a maximum portion size for each dish, the prices were not expensive, and the restaurant had over a hundred kinds of food, which could be considered a perk that Tesoro provided to these islands.
Unexpectedly, Luffy immediately took all the meat over there, leaving the waiter helpless. Wasn't he just trying to cause trouble?
"Uh, I don't like anything else, I just want meat!"
After Luffy finished speaking, he ignored everyone and started eating. When the waiter tried to stop him, Luffy pushed him aside.
"Hmph, this is one of the welfare stores provided by the Chamber of Commerce for the island's residents. You're being too domineering. Besides, you haven't paid. Are you trying to dine and dash?"
Not only the waiters, but other customers also turned their attention to the scene, pointing and whispering among themselves.
"Oh, I don't have any money. It's all with Molly. I'll go ask her for it later and then I'll give it to you."
Upon hearing Luffy say he had no money, the waiter's expression immediately changed. Not only had Luffy taken all the meat dishes, but now he was also saying he had no money; the waiter wasn't going to tolerate it.
"If you don't have money, please leave. We'll forgive you for the food you just ate, but as for the rest, there's no way we'll give it to you for free."
Upon hearing the waiter's intention to take the food away, Luffy immediately panicked. He had overheard that this was Lin Yuan's business, and a plan quickly formed in his mind.
His hands moved in a blur, his mouth agape as he stuffed food into it, causing many plates to fall to the ground and shatter.
Upon seeing this, the waiter's face immediately darkened. This was the first time in years he had ever seen such an arrogant person.
"Stop! Who are you? Stop right now! Who gave you food if you didn't have money!"
Upon hearing this, Luffy actually stopped and even smiled at the waiter.
"Hahaha, my name is Luffy, captain of the Straw Hat Pirates, and the man who will become the Pirate King."
Upon hearing this, the shop fell silent instantly, and even the expressions of the residents who had been watching the commotion changed.
The waiter did the same, coldly staring at Luffy, showing no fear despite him being a pirate.
"Who do you call yourself? The Straw Hat Pirates, the pirate crew that stole the Heavenly Tribute!"
"Oh, you knew that? Hahaha, I didn't realize I was so famous!"
Luffy heartily, completely oblivious to the change in the atmosphere around him.
"Heh, a pirate! How dare he openly cause trouble here! Everyone, catch him!"
After the waiter finished speaking, he ignored the broken plates and pounced on Luffy.
Not only him, but the other customers also surrounded Luffy, ready to help him, showing no fear whatsoever because of his pirate identity.
A red light flashed in Luffy's eyes, Conqueror's Haki struck the waiter directly and precisely, causing him to faint with his eyes rolling back in his head.
Not only the waiters, but some residents who wanted to intervene were also affected and fainted.
"Clang clang clang clang..."
Upon seeing the staff and customers being defeated by the guy who claimed to be a pirate, the restaurant cashier pressed the button under the table without saying a word.
Suddenly, the sound of gongs rang out outside the shop.
"Run! Everyone, there are pirates here! Notify the police immediately!"
The cashier yelled, telling the customer to run away, while he Luffy towards Luffy without hesitation, his hands turning black.
Armament Haki!
Luffy was also startled, never expecting that someone in such a small restaurant would use Haki.
"Boom!!!"
In that moment of hesitation, the opponent's fist came crashing down. Luffy quickly dodged, and the entire table was smashed to pieces, with wasted food and broken plates everywhere.
While they were waiting, the others quickly ran out and spread the word that they had discovered the pirates.
"My flesh!"
Luffy, who hadn't expected his opponent to actually attack, looked pained at the overturned food, punched his opponent, and started to run away, not forgetting to steal a meat stick before he left.
"Catch this pirate, don't let him get away!"
Seeing Luffy trying to run away, the cashier immediately yelled and quickly chased after him. He was one of the island's guardians and was assigned to this kind of restaurant after being eliminated from the competition.
Seeing Luffy escape, how could he tolerate it? He rushed over immediately. Although he knew he was no match for Luffy after their brief exchange, he still chased after him regardless of the danger.
At this moment, Luffy didn't take the normal route; he smashed through the window and jumped out.
However, news of what happened had already spread quickly. Ordinary residents swiftly fled to safety, while some who considered themselves powerful, along with the island's guards, were all mobilized.
Knowing that pirates had arrived on the island, everyone sprang into action and rushed towards Luffy.
As more and more pursuers arrive, the island gradually descends into chaos, while Luffy, an excited fugitive, occasionally destroys things to slow down the pursuit.
Suddenly, everything here was in complete chaos, and the area was expanding rapidly.
The other members of the Straw Hat Pirates, who were searching for Luffy and whose whereabouts were unknown, all felt a pang of unease upon receiving the news.
"Could it be that Luffy caused this trouble?"