One Piece: Starting with Sharingan, First Mate Uchiha

The scene changes.

Half an hour later, in the spacious dining room of the villa.

Everyone was already thoroughly enjoying their meal, and the unpleasant little incident in the square earlier had long been forgotten under the onslaught of delicious food.

"That was a very close call!"

Usopp, holding a chicken leg in his hand, was vividly recounting to Kaya across from him the thrilling battle that "Captain Usopp" had just experienced.

"Just as those dozens of pirates charged at me, I remained calm and shouted!"

"He unleashed a deadly move, Flame Star! It instantly blasted them all away!"

His account of the battle was indeed correct, except... he replaced Viktor with his own brilliant and powerful self.

Kaya covered her mouth in surprise and let out a gasp in unison:

"That's really impressive, Mr. Usopp."

After she finished speaking, her gentle eyes turned to Victor, who was silently cutting his steak.

She naturally knew that the one who could instantly defeat dozens of pirates and even kill Kuro.

It was probably this always-smiling first mate.

"Awoo! Awoo!"

A strange swallowing sound came from the side.

Luffy's arms moved like blurs as he picked up meat from the plate and stuffed it directly into his mouth without even chewing it.

His mouth was stretched out like a giant rubber bag, and his throat was constantly bulging.

"Glug."

A plate of meat vanished in an instant.

Kaya, sitting at the dining table, covered her mouth in surprise again as she watched this scene, her eyes wide open.

"Wow, that's amazing... I'd be full after eating just this one piece of meat."

"Hmph, Kaya, don't underestimate a pirate's appetite! My appetite is just as good!"

Usopp's competitive spirit flared up instantly.

As he spoke, he picked up a large piece of meat with bone and, imitating Luffy, stuffed it into his mouth.

"Ugh! Guh...cough cough cough!!"

But he clearly didn't have Luffy's superhuman rubber stomach; he choked as soon as it was stuffed in.

His eyes rolled back, and he choked so badly that he collapsed onto the dining table, pounding on it frantically.

Are you idiots?

Nami, who was elegantly sipping her tea, watched this scene and complained helplessly.

"Hehehe..."

Kaya couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh out loud at the comical scene.

"How wonderful... If only I could have a group of companions like this, with whom I could adventure and laugh..."

A hint of envy and loneliness flickered in her eyes.

"That's very dangerous, Miss Kaya."

Butler Merry thoughtfully handed Usopp a glass of water, who was about to roll his eyes, and then smiled at Kaya.

Kaya nodded obediently, but the longing in her eyes did not disappear.

Looking at the young lady she had watched grow up, Merry sighed inwardly.

If the young lady were healthy, perhaps she could also go and see the outside world...

He forced a smile, turned around, and said to the group who were enjoying their meal:

"Oh, right. Speaking of which, to thank you all for saving Miss Kaya and the village, I've already sent a gift to the North Coast."

"Huh?! Is it a big ship?!"

Upon hearing this, Luffy swallowed all the meat that was stuck in his mouth and jumped up excitedly to ask.

Merry smiled and nodded, then pulled a list from her pocket.

"Yes, in addition, I have also had ample supplies prepared to support you all at sea for a month, including fresh water, food and drinks."

"Ah!! You're such a kind person! Sheep-headed Butler!"

Luffy was so moved that his eyes welled up with tears.

Merry's lips twitched slightly as she touched her ram's horn hairstyle.

Sheep's Head... What kind of title is that?

Kaya laughed again as she watched this scene.

"Well done, Merry."

"It's what I should do, Miss." A smile appeared on Merry's face.

……

After finishing their meal, the group, led by Merry and Kaya, arrived at the North Coast.

As soon as they descended the slope, everyone's attention was drawn to them.

On the sea ahead, a brand-new light sailboat was quietly moored.

Although the ship is not huge, its overall structure is smooth and beautiful, and it adopts the design of a stern-masted triangular sailing ship.

The most eye-catching feature is the bow, which is carved with a cute ram's head figurehead. The huge mainsail is spread out and billowing in the wind, as if it is ready to set sail at any moment.

"Wow!!!"

Luffy opened his mouth wide, drool was about to drip down his throat.

Everyone was shocked; this was so much better than their previous ship.

Merry stepped forward and introduced herself to everyone with some pride:

"Although the design is a bit outdated and the blueprints are from several years ago, this is my pride—the Going Merry! From now on, it will be your ship!"

"Ah, let me introduce the usage and structure to you..."

"Get away! Get away!"

Nami shoved Luffy aside without hesitation and stood up to Merry with shining eyes.

"Tell me about the ship! That idiot Luffy wouldn't understand!"

"Oh my god! My ship!!"

Luffy, unconcerned about being pushed aside, stretched out his arm and flew onto the deck with a "whoosh".

He ran around on the boat, touching the sheep's head, pulling the ropes, and constantly letting out excited screams.

shore.

Kaya smiled as she watched this scene.

Then she turned her head and looked at Victor, who had been standing quietly beside her, watching the sea.

"Victor, I hope you like this ship."

"Ah, we like it very much, just as we wished."

Victor turned around and looked at Kaya, who seemed hesitant to speak. He said with a smile:

"Miss Kaya, just say what you want to say. There's no need to worry too much at this moment of parting."

Kaya blushed slightly, realizing her thoughts had been read. She lowered her head shyly, twisting the hem of her dress between her fingers, and whispered:

"Um... if it's not too much trouble... could I experience it one more time?"

She was referring to that illusionary experience from before.

"Of course, I'd be happy to help."

"Then, please look into my eyes."

Kaya immediately raised her head and looked directly at Viktor's Sharingan, which had turned red in an instant.

The world has changed.

The pain disappeared.

She returned once again to that vast and boundless sea.

The sea breeze caressed my cheeks, white seagulls soared in the blue sky, and the waves lapped against the ship's side, making a pleasant sound.

"Kaya...time to eat!"

A familiar and warm call came from behind.

Kaya immediately turned around and looked back.

At the other end of the deck, her parents were standing there, smiling and waving at her, just like when she was a child.

Kaya froze, stunned...

The illusion has ended.

In reality, Kaya's tears immediately flowed uncontrollably, sliding down her pale cheeks.

But this time it's not sadness, but relief.

"Thank you... thank you so much, Viktor. You're a good person."

Kaya wiped away her tears, raised her head, and gave Victor a bright smile.

"Is he a good person...?"

Viktor shrugged noncommittally, offering no rebuttal to the assessment, but simply said softly:

"I hope you can be strong, Miss Kaya. Now that you've survived, you must live a wonderful life, for the sake of your parents as well."

"Yes... I will!" Kaya nodded vigorously, her eyes becoming determined.

Just then.

"Waaaaah!! Get out of the way! Get out of the way!!"

Suddenly, a panicked scream came from the slope behind.

Everyone turned around and saw a person carrying a huge package that was twice the size of his body.

Because of its unstable center of gravity, it was rolling down the steep slope like a giant ball of flesh.

"Ah, it's Usopp-san," Kaya exclaimed in surprise. "So he left suddenly to get his luggage."

"What is this guy doing?"

Viktor sighed and rubbed his forehead in exasperation.

"Let's get him to stop first. He's going to crash into the Going Merry if this keeps up," Zoro said.

"Agreed."

The two exchanged a glance and, with perfect understanding, simultaneously raised their feet.

"Bang!"

His two feet accurately blocked the rolling "Usopp meatball".

"It hurts, it hurts..."

Usopp collapsed to the ground, dizzy and disoriented, the huge bundle on his back pressing down on him, making it hard for him to breathe.

"Ah... thank you so much, I almost couldn't stop the car."

He struggled to his feet and dusted himself off.

"Usopp-san, have you made a decision?" Kaya asked softly, looking at the huge package.

Usopp adjusted his goggles, looked at Kaya, and gave her his usual confident smile.

"Ah! I must set off before I regret it! After all, a sea warrior cannot back down!"

He took a deep breath and gave Kaya a thumbs up:

"Anyway, if I ever come back to this village, I'll tell you many more exciting adventure stories! I'm off, Kaya!"

After saying that, Usopp resolutely turned around and headed towards a small sampan on the beach.

After taking a few steps, he realized that no one was trying to stop him.

"Hey, what are you talking about?"

Zoro, who was already standing on the side of the Going Merry, frowned and called out as he watched Usopp walk toward the small boat.

"Hurry up and get on the boat, you idiot."

"Huh?" Usopp was stunned and stopped in his tracks.

At that moment, Luffy, leaning over the railing at the stern, poked his head out and said with an air of matter-of-fact composure:

"We've been waiting for you, Usopp."

"Haven't we already been comrades for a long time?"

"Same...companion..."

Usopp's eyes widened instantly, and his lips trembled.

So, they had already considered him a partner all along?

Overwhelmed with emotion, he fought back the tears that were about to spill from his eyes.

"You...bastard!"

Usopp whirled around, hoisted the enormous bundle onto his back, and ran towards the ship, shouting loudly to hide his embarrassment:

"In that case! Then... I'll be the captain!!"

"Huh?! Don't talk nonsense! I'm the captain!!" Luffy immediately retorted, pulling him onto the ship with a kick.

"Raise the sails! Set sail!!"

With a loud roar from Luffy, the Going Merry slowly sailed away from the coast and headed towards the vast ocean.

shore.

Kaya and Merry stood side by side, watching the pirate ship gradually disappear into the distance.

"Miss Kaya, it's getting windy, we should head back," Merry said softly.

Kaya watched the long-nosed boy waving on the deck, and smiled as she wiped away the last tear from the corner of her eye.

"I really need to become stronger so that I can hear their stories again... Merry, let's go back."

Looking at her young mistress's lively face, Merry smiled with satisfaction.

He looked in the direction where the Merry had disappeared and bowed deeply.

"Thank you, pirates."