Kazu originally wanted to go back; his companions on the Divine Dragon were still preparing a banquet, and the food and drinks there were far superior to what he had here.
Since he went to sea, Kazu has never lacked money, so he has been eating better and better food, which has made his tastes very discerning.
Oh, this damned life of wealth and luxury has really ruined me!
Ultimately, due to the strong pleas of Nami, Nojiko, and Bellemere, Kazu stayed for a meal, which Kazu had taken from his Independent Space.
The more than twenty dishes in total deeply impressed Nami and Nojiko.
Neither of them had ever eaten such luxurious and delicious food in their lives, not even in their dreams.
As for the drinks, Bellemere had only politely taken a sip, but before she knew it, she had finished the whole bottle.
By the time she realized what was happening, the bottle was empty, and her flushed face was a mixture of drunkenness and embarrassment.
An hour later, Nojiko and Nami's bellies were so full they could barely get off their stools.
"Brother Kazu, please take me with you! I'll come work for you on your ship as a trainee crew member, okay?"
Nami smacked her lips twice, her little scheme completely obvious.
I suspect the internship is just a pretense; the real purpose is probably to eat lavish meals on the ship every day.
If Nami hadn't been so full of food today, she would have stuffed all of it into her stomach.
Nojiko standing nearby, suddenly realized what was happening and quickly said, "Me too, I want to go!"
Nami 10 years old this year, one year older than Luffy, while Nojiko is 12 years old, the same age as Ace. Both of them are too young, Kazu doesn't want to bring them onto the ship.
Seeing Kazu's predicament, Bellemere immediately put on a stern face and said to Nami and Nojiko, " Nami, Nojiko, you can't be willful. The dangers Captain Kazu faces every day are beyond your imagination. You will only become a burden to Captain Kazu in the future."
"I'm sorry, Mr. Kazu, my two daughters have put you in a difficult position."
Kazu quickly seized the opportunity, saying, "Haha, no, no, both of you young ladies have a great sense of adventure, that's commendable."
"However, as Bellemere said, you two are still too young and not ready to go to sea now."
"When you two grow up, how about I personally bring you both onto my boat?"
"Then it's a deal!!"
Nami and Nojiko very happy. Although they couldn't board the ship right now, at least they had received a promise from Brother Kazu, so at least they had something to look forward to.
They both really want to grow up quickly so they can see Brother Kazu every day and eat such delicious food every day.
Slurp~
Just thinking about it makes my mouth water again; those dishes are just too delicious.
"Mr. Kazu, we don't have much to repay you with, but you must accept these oranges. They were all picked from our own Orange Grove and are very fresh."
Bellemere took out several baskets of freshly picked oranges from the warehouse. If the Arlong Pirates hadn't suddenly arrived in Cocoyasi Village today, she would have already taken the oranges to the market to sell.
"Haha, perfect timing, I suddenly have a craving for oranges too."
Thanks.
Kazu waved his hand dismissively, accepting Bellemere's offer to make her feel better.
Kazu smiled and looked at the three women in front of him, saying, "Alright, we've eaten and accepted the gifts. I should head back now, or my companions will think I've been kidnapped for a bounty."
"Keep the Den Den Mushi safe. Call me if you encounter any danger."
"They're gone!"
"Goodbye, Brother Kazu!"
"When we grow up, you'll come and pick us up."
Nami and Nojiko waved goodbye to Kazu, Kazu waved back and then vanished from the spot.
"Brother Kazu is gone."
"Yes, Mingming just left, and I already miss him a little."
" Nojiko, we two must work hard and learn some skills so that we won't be completely useless when we get on Brother Kazu's ship."
Hearing Nami's words, Nojiko patted her head and said, "You don't need to tell me that, let's work together."
Seeing her two daughters full of energy, Bellemere smiled and didn't say much.
Although she used to be a Marine, Kazu gave her a completely different feeling from other pirates, which is why she doesn't object to her daughters joining Kazu's crew in the future.
Kazu had just returned when he saw that Carlmand and the others were already drinking.
"Hey, aren't you guys waiting for the captain?"
Hearing Kazu's somewhat resentful tone, Carlmand and the others didn't feel embarrassed.
" Kazu, you're wrong about us. We only had two sips, just to warm up."
"Only after warming up can I better compete with you in drinking."
"Tch, you're full of twisted logic. Next time, the budget will be halved."
"Ah?"
"No!!!"