I'm in One Piece, and I'm Luffy's childhood friend.

"And... is this your ship? Was it damaged by the tsunami?"

"No, the impact of the tsunami couldn't have caused such minor damage; this damage was inflicted beforehand."

The avatar accompanying the Going Merry, Bai Yun, was called Ban Bai Yun. Ban Bai Yun nodded, confirming Iceberg's words, and then said...

"Yes, he has been injured a lot, like a battle-hardened warrior."

“I know many places where he would get hurt, and I didn’t stop him. I’m sorry for that.”

"But now I beg you, listen to his final request."

Chapter 537 Goodbye, Going Merry...

"Listen to his final request."

Although the tsunami has receded, it is only temporary, and the rain is still very heavy, as heavy as if saying, "Stop fighting!"

In the past, the abandoned ship island would be used by boatmen or people to collect usable planks for use or for sale, but now it is empty.

Only the iceberg that came on a stroll, and Bai Yun, who was waiting for him, and his clone, Bai Yun.

Of course, there's also the Going Merry, which is the main character.

"I want to sail again..."

Before Bing Shan could even reply to Bai Yun's words, a third person's voice reached his ears. This made Bing Shan so confused that he half-covered his ears, thinking he had misheard.

However, the voice became increasingly familiar.

"I want to sail again..."

"this..."

Iceberg was so shocked he couldn't speak and looked at Ban Baiyun.

Ban Baiyun nodded. "I think you, Mr. Iceberg, have heard more about the legend of the ship spirit than I have, and know more about it than I do."

After listening to Bai Yun's words, Iceberg didn't speak. Instead, he silently put down his toolbox, opened it, picked up his tools, and began to repair the Going Merry with clanging and banging. He could only repair it, not fix it.

While hammering the iceberg, he complained to himself, "What am I doing... I'm actually repairing a ship that has no hope."

........

They managed to cover up the hole in the Merry, and used wooden planks to connect the broken parts. This was just a repair that could maintain its shape, but it was the best they could do.

Are you sure you want to set sail in this car?

"It might be halfway through..."

"I know!"

The iceberg's kind reminder is accompanied by good fortune.

Bai Yun knew this, but he also believed in the Merry.

“I know, Mr. Iceberg.”

"But we have to go."

Iceberg sighed silently.

"Take care of yourself."

"And you know navigation?"

Bai Yun smiled.

"I will, but I don't need to."

"What do you mean..."

Iceberg was puzzled, but at that moment, a gust of wind blew and propelled the Merry forward.

Along with that, a thank you entered Iceberg's mind: "Thank you."

Bai Yun jumped onto the observation deck and waved goodbye as well.

Iceberg stared blankly as the Going Merry and the White Ship sailed away. Those ships, seemingly on the verge of collapse, defied the tsunami and the harsh sea conditions, forging ahead with unwavering determination, riding the wind and waves. This was...

........

"Miracle."

"I witnessed a miracle, a miracle that transcended the limits of a ship."

"Although I have been a shipwright for many years, I have never seen such an amazing pirate ship."

He fulfilled his mission!

"But he has reached his limit now. Keeping him alive is not love! He should rest in peace."

Iceberg's words were deafening, weighing heavily on everyone's heads.

Luffy's expression vanished, replaced by closing his eyes, falling silent, and sighing.

"I understand."

........

"So, has everyone made up their minds?"

Everyone moved to the ship on the iceberg, while Luffy, as the captain, stood on a small boat, holding a torch and facing the Going Merry.

Even though they were reluctant, they could only manage a weak "hmm" in response to his question; they were prepared for it.

Luffy nodded. "Merry, it's dark at the bottom of the sea, you'll be lonely, so let us send you off on your final journey."

"It's actually better that Usopp isn't here... he definitely wouldn't be able to stand it."

As Luffy's words came over, Bai Yun, Zoro, and Sanji all looked at Usopp at the same time, and Zoro spoke up.

"What do you think?"

Usopp's face was hidden under the mask, and his arms were crossed over his chest.

"Will not!"

"The time for farewell has come. This is a man's farewell, and not a single tear can be shed."

"He had already made preparations."

The firelight shone on everyone's faces as the Going Merry was quickly engulfed in flames.

The burning planks crackled and popped, and the pirate flag was also covered in flames.

Looking at the Going Merry engulfed in flames, Luffy smiled. He couldn't let go of the past, but once he did, he was able to bid farewell to his "old friends" with the best of heart.

"Thank you, Going Merry."

"Thank you for carrying us on this voyage for so long, thank you, Merry!"

Suddenly, it started snowing in broad daylight.

The snow added a touch of sadness to this farewell.

"Snow?"

Nami, a navigator who provides weather forecasts, was also surprised that it was snowing.

However, this scene, coupled with the burning Going Merry, reminded him and everyone of their past with the Going Merry.

Bai Yun's thoughts were all on the scene below, watching everyone from the lookout tower of the Going Merry, and looking out at the distant scenery. The sunset every day was his favorite, but he couldn't get up for the sunrise.

Nami recalled her first meeting with the Going Merry, Usopp and White Luck, and Luffy's cannon drill.

And then there was the time when everyone mishandled the ship and turned the Going Merry onto an iceberg, and she got so angry that she yelled at everyone.

Ultimately, I couldn't stop myself from crying.

Zoro and Sanji didn't cry, but their feelings for the Going Merry were no less.

Robin may have finally understood the meaning of a partner, a true partner.

Chopper cried uncontrollably, snot running down his face; his emotions were always the most obvious expression of his feelings.

As they flew over the Upside-Down Mountain, over the belly of the Island-Eating Fish, and onto the Sky Island, scenes of the Merry carrying them flashed through everyone's minds.

Before it sank completely, the Going Merry's voice rang out again.

"sorry."

Everyone present heard the sound.

"Eh!"

“Merry?”

"I want to take everyone even further..."

"I'm sorry, it seems... I might have to continue adventuring with you all..."

"But I..."

Luffy couldn't hold back anymore. It would have been better if he hadn't said anything, because once he started talking, he couldn't help but cry and shout.

"We should be the ones saying sorry!!"

"My poor steering skills caused you to crash into an iceberg."

"They even tore the sails!"

"Zoro and Sanji are idiots too, always causing trouble!!"

"Although Usopp manages to fix you every time, his skills are really terrible!!"

Usopp couldn't hold back either. It was a man's farewell, but men have emotions too. So what if he shed tears? It's only human nature.

Tears streamed down his face beneath his mask. Usopp gripped his arm tightly to stifle his sobs, agreeing with Luffy's words.

"We're the ones who should be apologizing..."

Merry was very polite and waited for Luffy to finish speaking before continuing.

"...But I'm very happy!!"

Thank you all for being so kind to me!

"I am truly...so happy!!"