One Piece: Dilemma on Paradise Island

Chapter I: Docking

Summary: The Straw hat Crew land on the luxurious Paradise Island in the Grand Line in hopes of enjoying a nice, quiet week away from the terror of attacking Pirates. They didn't expect what they got instead.

Disclaimer: I do not own One Piece. Zoro and all of the others belong to the brilliant mind of Eichiiro Oda.

A/N: Ok, so this is my first One Piece Fanficiton, so let me apologize ahead of time for any OOCness. If possible, it would be appreciated it if it were pointed out and told how to make it better for future chapters. This Alternate Universe, before the Water 7 Arc. Let me warn my readers that I am a write-as-I-go type of person. Well, I guess all that's left to say is don't forget to review!

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The sun was in the center of the sky over the oceans of the Grand Line as the Going Merry sailed through the lightly swaying waves. There was a light breeze, giving the Going Merry the small push on the sails that it needed to move swiftly across the oceans surface and rustling the mandarin trees set on the topmost deck.

The seven-man crew rested on this boat were all relaxing in their own places, the captain, Monkey D. Luffy sat on the ram figurehead of the Going Merry, just between the horns, staring out at the ocean with his usual broad smile, one hand holding his trademark straw hat atop his head. The swordsman and first mate, Roronoa Zoro sat in the crow's nest, his usual, famous three swords resting beside him with his arm hanging around them. The navigator and self-proclaimed treasurer, Nami, stood below Luffy's sitting place, leaning against the railing and watching the horizon excitedly for any sign of an island. Sniper, and also self-proclaimed, 'Vice Captain' Usopp ran happily around the deck with the small reindeer doctor Chopper, playing tag to pass the time. The blonde haired cook Sanji was walking across the deck from the kitchen toward the quiet, dark haired historian Nico Robin, a tray of coffee in hand.

"Oi, Nami," Luffy called from his spot, turning his head and looking down at the orange haired navigator, "Are we almost there?"

"You've asked me that five times in the last twenty minutes, Luffy," Nami said with difficulty, trying to maintain her patience. She looked down at the Log Pose around her wrist. They were definitely on course, but still, there was no sign of civilization. Luffy lay back, stretching his neck so that his head was upside down and level with Nami's.

"But I'm bored…" He complained.

"Not my problem!" Nami snapped, lightly smacking his forehead. He made a light 'oof' sound and his neck retreated, snapping back into place. "Go keep yourself busy with Usopp and Chopper. They seem to have found a nice, entertaining way to pass time that doesn't include bothering me."

"Oi, why don't you two stop arguing and take a look ahead," Zoro's voice echoed from the crow's nest. Luffy turned back around to face the horizon, leaning forward with one hand gripping his ankles for balance and the other once again supporting his hat. All other motion on the island stopped for a moment, and then, at once, everyone looked toward the horizon.

Sure enough, there in the distance was the outline of a small green island. Luffy felt himself shiver with excitement and he stood quickly. With a triumphant laugh, he exclaimed, "It's true! There it is!"

"Don't do that, idiot! You'll fall!" Nami scolded quickly.

"Really, that's it?" Chopper asked as he ran to the bow. He jumped up and grabbed hold of the railing, holding on to see over. "Is that Paradise Island, Nami?"

Nami smiled and stood straight, pushing her hair behind her ears. "Sure is, Chopper." She declared.

"Finally, some dry land!" Usopp said, shading his eyes with one hand and looking out at the island.

"Not just any dry land," Nami said, her hands resting on the railing of the ship once again. "Paradise Island. Supposedly, it's the most luxurious place in the Grand Line."

"Luxorious, eh?" Sanji questioned from his place beside Robin. He slipped a cigarette between his lips and then lifted a lighter to it, burning the tip and igniting it in a red glow. He inhaled once, then took the cigarette in one hand and exhaled. "I could use some luxury,"

"Alright then, it's decided! Paradise Island, here we come!" Luffy exclaimed, pointing toward the approaching land.

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Paradise Island was more then any of them thought it was. As the ship drew closer to the docks, the entire island came into focus. Tall trees filled with fruits of all kinds covered the entire perimeter, just beyond the white sanded beaches. The ocean was crystal clear, and the purest blue any of the Strawhats had ever seen. The only part of the city they could see was the top of what looked like an enormous glass swan, wings spread, neck stretched and head pointing upward, spouting water from its beak. The suns reflection off the spray created a rainbow, surrounding the head like a crown and extending beneath the trees.

The Strawhats looked in awe as Usopp tied the Going Merry to the dock and Zoro lowered the anchor. An hour of sailing after catching sight of the island and at last they had arrived. This was paradise.

"Are we all set to go?" Luffy asked, pushing up the brim of his straw hat as he gazed upon his crew.

"If the girls would hurry up, we would be." Usopp answered impatiently, to which Zoro added.

"I don't understand why they feel the need to change everywhere they go. It's a waste of time."

"Shut up, Marimo," Sanji snapped. "A woman should always look their best wherever they go!"

Zoro glanced at him. "You mean you want to see them in their bathing suits," He translated. He took out Yubashiri in time to block a kick with enough strength to break his neck.

"You wanna fight, shitty swordsman?" Sanji sneered. His eyes were particularly dark. Zoro looked back with a similar expression, and even the hint of a smirk on his face.

"With you? Sorry, I don't fight weaklings," He said.

"Can you two go anywhere without fighting?" Nami suddenly asked. Sanji and Zoro glanced over.

Nami had on her blue bikini top with a small button up shirt to cover her shoulders, a short skirt, and blue wedged sandals. Robin's attire was similar to Nami's, though with a black bikini and skirt, and a violet shirt to cover.

Sanji's eyes widened at the sight of them, and instantly, he turned to face them, completely forgetting his little dispute instantly. Zoro rolled his eyes and sheathed Yubashiri as Sanji swooned over the girls. "Nami-swan! Robin-Chwan!" He gasped, excited. But why is Robin wearing a t-shirt? He found himself thinking, even as he hovered beside them. "Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful!"

Robin laughed slightly. "Thank you, Mr. Cook," She said with a smile. Nami smiled as well.

"Well, let's get going then!" She decided. She pointed triumphantly toward the trees, directly at the large fountain. With a cry of agreement, the crew took off into the forest.


A/N: Alright, so that's it. Chapter 1. Please, let me know if any of them are Out of Character. Hope you enjoyed it!

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