Eyes widening, the high school students remained silent as Law held a cube of black blood in his hand. Looking at the cube, with an air of disgust, he finally asserted.
"There, I extracted all the contaminated blood that was in him. "
Opening his eyes then, Luffy rose to his feet at lightning speed.
" Mugiwara ? " Tsunoda wondered.
" Are you OK ? " Alice asked him.
Freezing for a few moments, Luffy finally catches his breath before screaming.
" Meat ! I am hungry. "
Collapsing again, he asserted, to the ground.
" I can not move anymore. "
Seeing him do this, several people almost fell from their seats. Hearing him, it was hard to see that he had just come close to death.
" I must have removed a good part of the blood from your body, Strawhat-ya. " Law said, showing him the black cube. " From what I see, you had been infected for a while. "
" Torao ? " Luffy wondered, recognizing their old ally. " I'm so glad to see you ! What are you doing here ? "
" Lu ... Luffy ! " Usopp and Brook suddenly cried, before jumping on the pirate.
Seeing them hug him, Nami began to wipe a tear from the corner of her eye before asserting, sighing in relief.
" You scared us, you fool. "
" Decidedly, you were born under a lucky star. " Sanji remarked, flashing Law a grateful smile.
Seeing them act as if nothing had happened, the high school students still couldn't figure out what had just happened.
" Wait ! What happened there ? " Saya wanted to know.
" This man has split Mugiwara into small pieces. " Kawamoto remarked.
" Then he drew some of his blood. " Takuzo continued.
" Before picking up the pieces of his body, as if nothing had happened. " Hisashi said.
" And he even managed to cure him of his illness. " Rei finished.
" Who are you ? " Wanted to know Toshimi. " A God ? "
" No, a pirate surgeon. " Retorted the man. " I ate the ope ope no mi! Thanks to it, I can create spheres and control what is inside me as I see fit! As far as Strawhat-ya is concerned, I was able to cut up his body without it harming his health and I managed to remove all the tainted blood that was in his body! Nevertheless, I could very well have left it in small pieces, for days, without it being bad for him! Or even tear his heart out without killing him. "
Starting to swallow, Yuuki ends up whispering to Sanji.
" Who is this crazy man ? "
" Oh, just an ally of ours! He's a bit gloomy, but we can trust him! Tell yourself he's a lot smarter than Luffy and he's very powerful! The proof, he was a former shichibukai. "
" Shichibukai ? "
" I will explain to you once again. "
" Hey, Law ! " Called him Zoro. " First, thanks for saving Luffy! Nevertheless, now I want to know what you are doing here. "
Looking at the crew members, Law finally regained his smile, before asserting.
" If you want my opinion, I don't need to go into details! Let's just say a boat with bat wings fell on me, as I was heading towards Zou, before a man teleported me to this world. "
" You also ? " Robin wondered. " But Kinemon, Kanjuro and Momonosuke were with you, right ? "
" Yes ! They were also teleported here. " He asserted. " Nevertheless, they decided to go their own way! I arrived here two days before the hecatomb fell on this world and since then I have not seen them again. "
" So, that's what we thought. " Usopp remarked. " We are not the only ones to have landed here! All the powers of our world are there too! DonT the great privateers; pirates whose heads are worth several hundred million berries; high-ranking members of the Navy…! And maybe even emperors now. "
'' Uh ... is that good or bad news ? Kohta asked him.
" Everything depends on the person we come across. " Franky explained to him. " Let's say I would rather run into someone from our armada rather than a Navy Vice Admiral. "
" Armada ? " Repeated Kurokami. " Wait, do you have an army ? "
" We'll talk to you about that, too, later. "
'' What I would like to know is why we sent you here. " Saya confessed, looking at Law. " You have an idea ? "
" No ! " He confessed. " Nonetheless, I am investigating to find a clue that will allow me to find out where these monsters are coming from. "
" When I saw the spider that attacked us, it made me think of the power of Moria. " Franky remarked. " If he's also in this world, maybe he's responsible for it all. "
" No, Moria doesn't have the kind of power to turn people, still alive, into zombies. " Law retorted. " In addition, for his power to work, he needs human shadows and the owners of human shadows to stay alive! No, it is another person who is at the origin of this massacre and I think I have my little idea. "
" Vegapunk, right ? " Robin asked him.
" Bingo ! " Law asserted.
There was suddenly a deep silence on the bus showing that most of the pirates were shocked upon hearing this news. Not really understanding what was going on, Naomi asked.
" Vegapunk, that's the name you said when the '5' zombie launched a laser beam, right ? "
" Yes ! " Franky asserted. " In fact, this laser is the same as mine, that's why I recognized it! However, I doubt that people in your world will be able to create it and implant it on a zombie. "
" Which means that there is a lot of luck that Vegapunk is among us and that he uses his knowledge to create overpowered zombies. " Law agreed.
" And who is this Vegapunk ? " Takashi wanted to know.
" An internationally renowned scientist. " Robin told him. " Actually, come to think of it, articles started to appear on him, right after our getaway to Dressrosa! According to rumors, he had managed to create a new invention! However, I have no idea what it is. "
" And as luck would have it, we were propelled into this world. " Sanji noticed. " The coincidence is all too obvious, if you ask me. "
" However, grandpa has never been mean to me. " Luffy asserted.
" Eh ? " Zoro wondered." Why are you talking about your grandfather Garp ? "
" No, I mean grandpa Punk is also my grandfather. " Luffy assured him, with a broad smile. " He is my mother's father! I remember a time when I was in his lab and I… "
Luffy suddenly fell silent, seeing several people staring at him with their mouths wide open. Even Law and Robin couldn't hide their surprise at hearing this.
" What ? " Luffy wanted to know.
Seeing the rest of his crew staring at him with fried whiting eyes, Rei whispered to Takashi.
" You understand what is going on ? "
" Not really ! But I think we'd do well to listen to the rest of their conversation so that we don't get too dumped. "
However, like the other high school students, he had to cover his ears as the whole crew began to scream.
" WHAT ? "
" Vegapunk is also your grandfather ? " Usopp wondered.
" Is he from your family ? " Cried Brook.
" A genius like him ? " Cried Franky.
" While you're just a moron ? " Nami adds.
Thinking for a few moments, Zoro began to lift each of his fingers before saying.
" On your father's side, Dragon, there is Garp, who is your grandfather! Then there is Ace and Sabo who are your foster brothers and now there is Vegapunk, on your mother's side! Just a question, who is your mother ? "
Remaining silent for a few moments, Luffy finally turned his gaze to the side before whistling.
" Huh ... I have no idea. "
"He lies really badly. " The high school students remarked, seeing sweat covering his forehead.
Although he wanted to be curious about it, Law preferred to record the previous information first.
" Vegapunk is your grandfather ? In that case, do you have any idea what he can be doing ? "
" None ! " Luffy confessed. " In fact, I only met him twice! The second time was when I visited his lab, with Ace! An hour later he ordered my grandpa Garp never to take us to his lab again, after giving him the amount of all the items we had broken. "
Sighing in annoyance, before hitting her forehead, Nami asserted.
" You despair of me, sometimes. "
" In any case, I'm investigating to find out where he is at the moment. " Law declared. " Even though he's not the mastermind of it all, I think there's a good chance he can teach us what's going on here. "
" Yeah, but ... good luck investigating here, with all the zombies lurking around. " Tsunoda remarked sarcastically.
" I don't live in town. " Law retorted. " To tell the truth, I was in this mansion only to be able to get some information! To be honest, I live on a farm, in the middle of the countryside! There, I am pretty much quiet. "
" A farm ? " Yamada wondered." This is this kind of place we wanted to go to, before heading to Saya's. "
" Zombies never go there ? " Wanted to know Kawamoto.
" I have crossed a few, from time to time. " Law asserted. " However, they are much less numerous than in town. "
" In that case, that's where you have to go, isn't it ? " Taniuchi asked, turning to the pirate crew.
" Say that would be a good place to gather our ideas and understand what is going on, thanks to Law. " Nami confessed.
" In addition, Luffy needs to push himself back a bit." Chopper remarked.
" You also ! " Asserted Toshimi, who was still holding the animal in her lap.
" Me, I want to eat." Cried Luffy. " If we eat there, let's go. "
With a weary sigh, Law asserted.
" Yeah, there is food there! In fact, most of the animals on this farm survived the massacre! In addition, I found several places where I could find food. "
" Awesome ! " Cried Luffy. " In this case, let's go. "
Heaving another weary sigh, Law shook his hand.
" ROOM ! "
Finding itself teleported once again, the bus found itself in its original place, with its tires on.
" You drive and I guide you." The man learned, sitting more comfortably in his seat.
Seeing that they were back on the road, Kohta and Aaron had their eyes twinkling before they started to scream.
" Too class. "
Looking around the bus with a pair of binoculars, Hisashi asserted.
" I don't see any zombies around. "
" That is good news. " Yamada rejoices.
" So, they are indeed less numerous here than in town. " Saeko realized, who was now wearing bandages on her face.
Walking past her, Zoro questioned her.
" Your injuries are okay ? "
" According to Chopper, they will not get infected! In a few days, they will be nothing more than scars. "
Smiling upon hearing this, Zoro finally asserts.
" Good to hear it. "
Getting ready to leave, he gave the schoolgirl a little pat on the head before declaring:
" By the way, nice fight. "
In an instant, immense pride filled the body of the schoolgirl since there was nothing more important for her, at the time, than to be complimented by her new teacher.
Hearing it, Sanji suddenly cried out.
" Hey, Mosshead, put your feet up! No way you turn this charming young lady into a bully who should look like you. "
He was immediately pinched on the cheek by Yuuki who cried out.
" Hey, why do you call her "charming" when you have never addressed me the slightest compliment. "
" I don't need to say it for you to know, Yuuki-mimi." He asserted, making hearts out of the smoke from his cigarette.
" Sanji, I want to eat. " Cried Luffy.
" You have already eaten a whole bag of provisions." Cried Saya.
" Let it go, only Sanji's food can satisfy him. " Usopp sighed.
Seeing him sigh, the young girl noticed.
" With him, it should not be easy every day. "
" That, you can say it! Whenever we get into trouble, there is 94% that it's their fault. "
Hearing them, as he sat down at the back of the bus, Law began to sigh.
"Geez, these idiots will never change. "
" Say, Mister Trafalgar… "
Opening a eye, Law suddenly saw Taniuchi's head protrude from the seat in front of the man's.
" Hum, what is it ? "
" I did not understand everything but, are you a member of this crew ? "
" No, I myself am the captain of a pirate crew." Law retorted." In fact, I am forming an alliance with Strawhat-ya to fight against a shichibukai and a yonko. "
" What is a shichibukai and a yonko ? "
" In short, in our world, there are two camps: the pirates and the Navy! The Shichibukais are pirates working for the Navy! As for the yonkos, they are pirates who reign supreme over the new world! There are four of them and are known to be some of the strongest people in this world. "
" In this case, how do you want to fight against them ? "
" It's not just brute force that counts. " Law retorted." But there is also the brain! Compared to Strawhat-ya, I rely on my intelligence to win my fights! And anyway, I have to fight against these monsters, if I want to hope that I can get the One Piece. "
Suddenly appearing Kawamoto asserted.
" When I hear you, I have the impression that you are the opposite of Luffy. "
Smiling at the remark, he asserted.
" I like being pointed out to me! Nevertheless one way or another, I respect him and I never regret having allied with him. "
" It's true that he has a real gift for attracting people's attention." Nodded Taniuchi. " He's a bit silly but super nice. "
" There is not just that." Kawamoto suddenly retorted. " We've only known him for a few days, yet I could see that his life was constantly on the line to save his friends! Not once did he betray them or leave and abandon them! He is someone we can hold in high esteem! That's why I thank you for saving him, Trafalgar. "
Even though she had whispered her last sentence, Law asserted.
" You can call me Law, you know ? "
" Hey, I see something a little further. " Hisashi warns them. " Looks like a barn. "
" We have arrived. " Law understood. " This is where I stay. "
Understanding the meaning of his words, Franky turned the wheel a little to go to the place in question. A minute later, he ends up having the vehicle stop in front of a large farm which, unlike the rest of the world, in no way seemed to be the victim of the apocalypse. Grouping together four buildings, these were a house, a stable, a barn and a stable.
Getting out of the bus, Takashi barely dismounted when he heard the neighing of a horse.
" Waouh, it seems to me very much alive here. "
" At least, it will change the city a bit. " Rei remarked, following him.
But no sooner had they taken a step forward than an elderly man came out of the house with a gun in his hand.
'' Hey, who are you ? What do you want from me ? "
" What ? Who are you ? " Takashi wanted to know, taking a step back.
" ROOM ! "
Suddenly disappearing, Rei gave way to Law who appeared alongside the boy.
" But that … ? " The teenager wondered." Rei…? "
" She's in the bus. " Law assured him.
" Law ? " The elderly man wondered, lowering his rifle.
" You know each other ? " Nami wondered, leaving the bus.
" Yes, it's Nick! He's the owner of the farm. "
" Who are all these people, Law? " The man wanted to know, glaring at everyone getting off the bus.
" It's good, they are with me ! They are acquaintances of my world. "
" Eh ? So, do they have powers, too ? "
" Yes, for some of them! The rest are simple high school students that they have taken in. "
Still staring at the small group, Nick slowly nodded, before putting his gun down next to him.
" Very well ! But, if I understand correctly, you brought them here hoping that I would give them food and board ? "
" They will be able to manage." Assured him the surgeon. " Plus, in the event of an attack, I'm sure you'll be very happy to have them with you. "
Suddenly seeing Zoro and Saeko, Nick cried out.
" They have weapons with them. "
" Given what is happening in town, it is highly recommended to have some. " Zoro said, with a small smile on the corner of his mouth.
Seeing Nick tense up, hearing him, Sanji exclaim. "
'' Sir, we don't want to disturb you in any way! It is true that we are a large group but we will be able to help you with any tasks! As for provisions, we can go and collect them in town, in the event of a shortage! You don't have to worry. "
Calming down a bit, Nick finally changed his tone, seeing the high school students accompanying them.
" From what I know, most cities have fallen into the hands of these monsters! It is rare to see groups like yours! You must have suffered a lot before you got here. "
Finally, when he saw Alice, holding Zeko in his arms, Aaron and Mary, he finally nodded.
" Okay, you can stay here with these two idiots! But I warn you, I don't want any problem here. "
Smiling upon hearing this, Luffy cried out.
" Thank you, Grandpa-rifle ! "
" Grandpa-rifle ? "
Sighing upon hearing her captain speak like that, Nami suddenly asked.
" In fact, what did he mean by saying "with these two idiots". "
" Ah yes, I forgot to tell you about it. " Law remarked. " In fact, I arrived here with someone else. "
" Who is that ? "
At that moment, a figure loomed above them, fist forward.
" SPRING DEATH KNOCK ! "
Seeing the figure moving towards him, Luffy covered his arm in haki in time to block the newcomer's fist. Weakened, he felt his body pull back a little. However, recovering in time, he began to utter a battle cry before pushing back his opponent's fist. Feeling the difference in strength, the latter finally gave up and jumped back.
Realizing, at that moment, what had just happened, Takuzo was surprised.
" But what ...? "
" I can target him. " Kohta assured, already having an assault rifle in his hands.
Immediately, he began to fire two bullets, which went straight towards the head of the newcomer. Reaching out for the projectiles, he covered it with haki which allowed him to stop the bullets when they hit the skin of his hand. Then closing his fist, he crushed them, under the boy's frightened gaze.
" But ... what is it ? "
" Who is this monster ? " Toshimi frightened.
" Luffy ! Beat him ! " Naomi pleaded.
Nonetheless, the pirate, to the surprise of many, smiled before declaring.
" I see that you are in great shape ... Bellamy ! "
A hyena-like laughter sounded as the man presented his face to the group.
'' Looks like I still have some way to go to fight you, Mugiwara! And I see you came with your whole crew. "
Among the other Zoro pirates, Usopp, Robin and Franky all made small smiles appear on their faces, recognizing Luffy's friend. Sanji, Chopper, and Brook tried to figure out who he was, while Nami began to cry out.
'' You, what are you doing here, motherfucker ? "
Looking at her for a few moments, Bellamy seemed surprised to hear her yell at her. Eventually he remembered.
" Oh yes ! You're the girl who was with Mugiwara at Jaya's bar. "
" Yeah and I haven't forgotten what happened there. "
Showing Luffy a glare this time, she asked him.
" And you, why are you behaving as if you were friends ? "
" Euh ... excuse me, but who is it ? " Wanted to know Miura.
" A friend. " Luffy told him.
" Knowledge ! " Zoro added.
" A bastard ! " Nami retorted.
Expecting this kind of response, the man laughed again before asserting.
'' I didn't expect to see you again so soon, after leaving Dressrosa, Mugiwara! I see your whole crew doesn't know we've made peace. "
'' What, are you friends now ? " Nami wondered.
" Bellamy has changed a lot." His captain assured her. " He changed a lot and, in the end, he had been manipulated by Mingo, from the start. "
"Even if it does, I don't see why you forgave him for what he did to Jaya."
" I had already hit him for that. " Luffy assured her. " And then I beat him a second time in Dressrosa. "
" Before this conversation starts to get on my nerves, I want to say that I've been with Law for a little while and that I haven't done anything bad here! Bellamy assured! And even if you consider me an enemy, I rather want us to get along a minimum. "
" Truly ? " Nami wondered. " From what I see, you are less arrogant than before! Can I find out why? "
" Surely for being betrayed by the person I respected! Plus, I think it's obvious, as long as we're here, that we should join forces! After all, none of us can predict what may happen to us now. "
" You see ? " Luffy smirked, looking at Nami.
Preferring to give up, knowing that talking would be useless, she ended up asserting.
" Very well, I want to put aside what happened! However, at the slightest move, I count on you to explode it. "
" No problem."
" Hey, I'm here, I'll call you back. "
Uninterested in their discussion, Law suddenly took to the stone lying at his feet, before revealing a sphere around him.
" ROOM ! "
Disappearing, the stone gave way to a black suitcase.
" What is that ? " Robin questioned, seeing the object.
" Oh, not much. " Law affirmed, smiling, as he began to open his property. "Just something I was able to steal from Dressrosa. "
Opening the object, he finally let Robin see a multitude of syringes, the interior of which was filled with various liquids of different colors.
" At the risk of repeating myself, what is it ? "
" Doflamingo's latest invention on the smile. " Law explained to her. " In fact, each of these syringes contains a liquid from a devil fruit. "
" Of what ? " The whole group wondered.
