(A/N Merry Christmas everyone! A bit of a short chapter, These are just some words to know,

Gorosei-They are the heads of the World Government.

Shichibukai-Seven powerful pirates who have allied themselves with the World Government.)

The destination they'd decided on was Water 7, famous for its ships and the like. The one they were sailing on now probably was on it's way to be repaired. During her free time she'd observed the ship and found the main mast had a long crack in it, with a strong storm it would probably fall over. Water 7 wasn't that too far off from the Florian Triangle, a new ship should take a week or so to build if they don't already have it on the market. Bella brought a hand to her chin and stared thoughtfully at the deck; the only problem would be the money. She started off with 60,000 beri's but the food probably costed 5,000-those damn rip offs. She'd have to teach Ryker what a good deal is and how to bargain. And a normal ship usually costs around 1-2,000,000 beri's, they still had a ways to go.

It was currently nighttime and the sky was clear. She was on watch duty since she was the self-appointed navigator, she doubted Ryker knew how to read the weather but you never know. She glanced down at her log pose, still on the right course. The sun wouldn't rise for another five hours or so...she'd have to find stuff to keep her awake during that time.

The hours passed and the sun rose, thankfully she didn't fall asleep.

One Day Later…

"Idiot! Now what are we going to eat?! We're still a day or two away from Water 7 and you ate all the food!" Bella shouted as she delivered a strong chop to Ryker's head.

The redhead glared at her from the deck and wiped crumbs from his face. The man sighed loudly and stretched, leaning back and rubbing his stomach. This action only angered her more and she had to resist the urge to punch him again. Ryker met her furious gaze and said, "What? I haven't been eating much lately and I have a big appetite."

Bella groaned in frustration rubbing her face, "So? Binge eat bread or something I hear it can be very filling!"

"Bread has a bland taste!"

She snapped forward hands on her hips, "I don't care! Next time fill up on bread!"

Ryker scoffed and stood, brushing himself off. Bella straightened her back arms folded looking into the distance when an idea came into mind. She turned on her heel and jogged over to where a makeshift fishing pole had been placed. She picked it up and called out, "Ryker! As punishment you have to catch enough fish for tonight's dinner!"

The man's annoyed eyes followed the pole as it sailed through the air and towards him. After a moment he said, "Sure, it shouldn't take that long." Bella huffed in satisfaction as Ryker walked over to the rail of the ship and sat down, preparing to fish. With a glance down at the log pose she saw they'd drifted off course. Her lips curved into a frown and she headed to the rudder to adjust it.

Somewhere towards the Red Line...

In a building located on top of the Red Line, better known as Mariejois, there was a gathering of three people. Two Gorosei and one Shichibukai. They seemed to be involved in a serious conversation.

One Gorosei, a younger looking one; he sported blonde hair and a beard of the same color, on his chest there was a scar. The man asked, "Bartholomew Kuma, you now know your orders?"

The other Gorosei, this man looked noticeably older. He was very tall and had long white hair and a thin beard that reached down to a bit below his shoulders. This one muttered, "I still think we should wait until we hear back from Yokoyama."

Kuma answered the question asked in a calm voice, "Yes. Although I do agree. But I see the reason in why you're sending me, in case Yokoyama has failed his mission. I will report back once I've found him." The Shichibukai said and turned swiftly heading to the balcony. In the blink of an eye, he was gone.

The tallest Gorosei stood and walked over to close the balcony doors, saying, "Let's hope Kuma is successful. If he isn't our plan will fail, and no one likes that."

(A/N Hope you enjoyed it! See you next time!)