A/N: Wow...it's been what now? I think it's been 4 months since I updated. Oh, well. Here's chapter three!

Chapter Three

"It's been three weeks and she's already become one of us," thought Nami. "If only she would join our crew; she'd be really useful. Nami watched Yumi and Chopper laugh uncontrollably at Usopp's "stories". She changed her view so she was looking at the log pose, then looked up at the ocean. "I wonder when we're gonna get to Nerstarushi Island?"

"Nami-swan!" exclaimed Sanji, rushing from the kitchen to where Nami was on the front deck. "Here Nami-san! Here's your snack!"

"Thank you Sanji-kun," she said, adding a smile. Sanji smiled back then eagerly ran over toward the aquarium to deliver the snacks to Robin.

When he walked in, he saw Robin reading a book, while Luffy was singing as Franky strummed his guitar. Instantly, as Sanji gave Robin her snack, Luffy whined for some, but was sent off to the kitchen to get some himself. As he heard this, Franky jumped out of his seat and ran towards the kitchen behind the captain.

Back on front deck, Usopp continued to tell then his "stories". "And then, the huge sea monster came up to the ship. But then, as everyone was running for their lives, I shot down the sea monster in one shot with my mighty pachinko!"

"Suegoi! Wow Usopp-san, you're amazing!" said Yumi.

"Tell us another story demanded Chopper. By this time both Chopper and Yumi's eyes were filled with sparkles, while Usopp had a big, proud smile on his face.

"Well, if you insist," said Usopp, trying to be modest.

Nami smiled as she watched them. "She's really changed now, hasn't she?" said a voice from behind.

"A-ahh!... Oh, Robin, you scared me," she told her. "...Well... yeah she has."

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The next day was similar to the last, everyone goofing off, until Yumi announced through the intercom, "Oi, everyone, come to the front deck! We've arrived at our destination, Nerstarushi Island!"

Everyone was amazed with what they saw. There was one large city in front of them with buildings all over. There were houses, stores, and it appeared as if there was an outdoor market. There were children running around the streets playing games, and many people carrying shopping bags and reading newspapers and books.

"Wow... this island seems like it's full of people," said Sanji.

"Well, not exactly. This is the main part of the island and the main city. There are two other cities, but they're much smaller. Otherwise, this island is pretty much uninhabited," explained Yumi.

"Well, that's not what I'd expect by just simply judging from this city alone," said Usopp.

"Yeah, i guess," said Yumi.

"So, where can we dock the ship?" asked Franky.

"Anywhere. The people here aren't scared of pirates, epically now, because there are Marines who patrol around the cities and protect everyone. Yup, Lieutenant Heiki and his fleet do a great job," answered Yumi.

"But what if we get caught?" asked Zoro, "I think that's what's more important to us."

Hmm... the Marines aren't here to ward off pirates, but it's better if we don't take any chances..." there was a slight pause before Yumi continued. " I know! At the other end of this island, there is a small beach behind the cliff, which is unknown to most of the people, so the Marines probably don't know about it."

So, follow her directions, the thousand Sunny sailed around the island until they got the to other end, where it was docked.

Yumi was right. The beach was completely deserted. The only ones there were the Straw Hat Pirates.

There sand under their feet was soft and slippery. The waves, slowly hitting the shore; the trees, moving in the breezy wind. Up above them, there was a tall cliff, which reached high above every tree.

"No need to worry," she informed them. " Like I said, almost no one knows about this place"

"Come on, I'm hungry! Let's get something to eat!" whined the captain.

"Didn't you just eat!? How can you still be hungry?" said Sanji, annoyed with his infinite stomachs.

"But that isn't a bad idea," said Robin, "How about we go into town?"

"Yeah! I'd like to get another book!" said Chopper, his smile broad across his face.

"Okay, then it's decided. We will all go to the city while Zoro stays and guards the ship," announce Sanji.

"Why should I do that? She already said that no one knows about this place!" he remarked.

"Well, you never know when people will just wonder around and stumble across a beach with a pirate ship docked at it. You know, if they report our us to the Marines, you'll take the blame."

"What!? And what are the chances of that? Huh curly brow?"

"Don't push your luck Marimo. Dare to question me and my foot will end up in your face!" he threatened.

"Not before my sword is down you throat!"

"Just quit it already!" yelled Nami, blasting a punch at both of their heads. "Zoro, just go and stay at the ship!"

Zoro just turned around an walked back to the ship while the rest of the crew continued on.

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A/N: So, how was it? Please R&R!