The next chapter of One Piece Final Holy War is out everyone. Enjoy
Kaien Kingdom
The crew having made their decision regarding their wayward captain now had a better sense of purpose. When Luffy left, they weren't exactly sure what to do. Luffy left and they waited for him to return after an apology from him. However he never did. He never came back. As a result, they didn't really know what to do. Before they were half assing their journey since with the loss of a nakama, they couldn't put their entire beings into the journey like they had been doing before. Also they were torn between continuing their journey, or making a detour to find Luffy. Now they had a goal in mind, return Luffy. No matter whether he came back to them or not, nothing good would come out of him being a revolutionary. That was unacceptable to them. Leaving was bad enough, but joining a group that now obviously wants to take over the world while possibly giving up his dream was absolutely unacceptable. Each Straw Hat was committed to finding and returning him. While there was no guarantee that he would return, they had to focus on at least finding him. And that was enough for them to put their journey on hold.
"Alright listen up everyone, we should be approaching land in a few hours," said Nami.
"Really I'm glad we finally get to see land again," said Chopper enthusiastically.
"Yohohohoho I am also glad to be able to see land again. Though I am a skeleton and," said Brooke.
Unfortunately for the poor skeleton, Chopper decided to finish off Brooke's joke.
"You're a skeleton so you don't have any eyes to see," said Chopper finishing off Brooke's joke.
Brooke was silent for a moment before falling to his knees with a dark cloud over him.
"Chopper, you – you – you can't take my jokes," said Brooke on his knees in depression.
"Alright listen up everyone we're about to land. When we do we're only going to focus on gathering our necessary supplies. The whole world knows that we're back so if they see us, they'll sure to be panic," said Nami.
"Yosh you can count on me Nami-san," said Sanji.
"Super," said Franky striking a pose.
"Whatever," grumbled Zoro.
Nami seeing the crew in high spirits had a sweat drop on her head. Giving they way they were, a commotion is sure to start.
"Those guys," said Nami in a frustrated tone.
Robin was giggling from the crews antics. Of course she unlike Nami always found the crews ability to be silly even in dire situations hilarious. She was glad that the crew was still like this despite Luffy being gone.
"It seems something is now bound to happen," said Robin still giggling.
"The way these guys are I would be surprised if nothing happens," said Nami frustrated at the crew.
"Speaking of which, what is the name of this country Nami?" asked Robin.
"Oh I believe its Kaien Kingdom," replied.
A concerned look appeared on Robin's face when she heard the name of the kingdom.
"Kaien Kingdom," said Robin.
"Robin what's wrong? What about Kaien Kingdom?" asked Nami.
"Everyone please gather around. There is something that I need to tell you all about the country we're approaching Kaien Kingdom," said Robin.
The crew hearing Robin gathered around us.
"What is it Robin?" asked Zoro.
"Thank you everyone, during my time with the revolutionary army I was well acquainted with world events," said Robin.
Robin was about to continue however she was interrupted by Sanji.
"Robin – chan there is no need to explain. I already know," said Sanji.
"Sanji – kun, you know about Kaien Kingdom," said Nami in surprise.
"Of course I know about it. In fact Nami – swan, Robin – chwan, don't waste your voice on these idiots. Let me tell them," said Sanji.
Nami and Robin looked at Sanji before agreeing.
"Go ahead cook – san," said Robin.
"Thank you Robin – chwan," thanked Sanji.
"Okay you louts listen up," said Sanji.
The male members all turned their attention to Sanji.
"Kaien Kingdom," started Sanji before closing his eyes
The crew all payed closer attention.
Sanji opened his eyes before it turned to hearts.
"being a kingdom must have a beautiful princess and maids. And the princesses and maids are all waiting for me," said Sanji in love mode.
The males members all fell down anime style.
"I should've known," said Zoro.
"Why am not surprised," said Ussop with an expecting look.
Chopper, Franky and Brooke all had similar expressions.
Nami placed her hand on her forehead frustrated with the crew. Then she made a sigh.
"Robin could you tell us about Kaien Kingdom," said Nami.
"Okay. Everyone. Kaien Kingdom was originally one Whitebeard's territory meaning it was under his protection. Some time after the war, Blackbeard came and took over it," said Robin.
All the Straw Hats stopped when they heard what Robin said.
"That place belongs to Blackbeard," said Ussop in fright.
"Damn this isn't looking good. We're actually heading into the territory of an emperor," said Sanji.
"This is bad. If we got there then chances are that we would have to fight Blackbeard," said Chopper.
"And with Luffy-san gone, we wouldn't have much chance," said Brooke.
"Dammit, our luck just keeps getting worse. We have to fight an emperor when Straw Hat is gone. Can things get any worse," said Franky.
"Everyone calm down. Just because this is Blackbeard's territory doesn't mean that Blackbeard himself is there. I'll admit that I don't think we're ready for Blackbeard himself without Luffy but we should be able to handle whatever's on that island," said Zoro.
"Swordsman-san is right. I highly doubt Blackbeard is there so we wouldn't have to worry. But we shouldn't drop our guards. It is a kingdom so they'll most likely be hostile towards us since we're pirates. If anything happens, chances are Blackbeard himself would find out and take invading one of his lands as a declaration of war," said Robin.
"All the more reason for us not to get into any trouble. So everyone the plan stays the same. We stay low and simply get whatever we need, then get out. I personally do not what an emperor out for our heads," said Nami.
The group all agreed that was the best course of action as the group prepared to dock at Kaien Kingdom.
The ship soon arrived at the harbor. The Sunny Go's paw shaped anchors were dropped at the docks. The crew took some time to examine the port.
"Looks like a really busy port," said Robin.
"Seems so," said Zoro.
"I need to purchase food supplies. We have a lot of food left back since most of it goes to feeding that rubber idiot. However since he isn't here anymore most it was left back and just got rotten and moldy," said Sanji with a disappointed voice.
Sanji was not one to like to throw away food, even rotten food but he had no choice. Usually the food would go to Luffy but since he left, most of the food that remained just got rotten since no one had his gluttonous appetite. Yet another reason he had to beat up Luffy in addition to making the ladies worry. And that was making him waste food.
"I'll have to stock up on medical supplies," said Chopper.
"I'll need to get some wood for repairs when their needed," said Franky.
"I'll have to get some equipment and supplies for my weapons," said Ussop.
"Okay that's settles it. Chopper, Franky and Ussop would go get whatever supplies they need. Robin and I would go and do our own shopping," said Nami.
"That's fine," said Robin.
"And Brook and Zoro would stay on board to guard to ship," said Nami.
"Why the hell should I stay on the ship?" complained Zoro.
"Because you don't have to buy anything," replied Nami.
"So what, I want to go for a walk," said Zoro.
"You'll get lost, another reason why you should stay put," countered Nami.
"I won't get lost," argued Zoro.
"He'll definitely get lost," said Sanji, Ussop and Chopper together.
"Anyway just stay on the ship, or should I remind you of your ever increasing dept," said Nami with a cat like grin.
"You – you - you witch," stuttered Zoro.
"Thank you Zoro. I'll take that as a compliment," said Nami.
The group took off to go take care of their own business.
Nami and Robin were walking around when they noticed a group of guards walking towards them. In the middle was a carriage.
"They look like royal soldiers. What do you think they're doing here?" asked Nami.
"Probably to escort whoever's inside the carriage," Robin replied.
"Maybe there from the royal family," concluded Nami.
"That's probably it," replied Robin.
"Well it's not exactly our business so let's go," said Robin.
"Right," replied Nami.
The two women of the Straw Hats were walking away when they heard a familiar voice.
"Wait up" cried the voice.
Nami and Robin turned to the direction of the voice to see Sanji running behind the carriage like a dog running after a moving bone.
"That guy," grumbled Nami.
"It looks like we wouldn't be able to leave peacefully after all," said Robin giggling.
"The princess, let me see the princess," begged Sanji still running after the carriage.
"Hey who are you?" asked royal soldier 1.
"Don't go near the princess." shouted royal soldier 2.
"I knew it. It's a princess," shouted Sanji with hearts in his eyes.
"Hey stop him," shouted royal soldier 3.
"Princess, your knight has arrived," shouted Sanji with hearts in his eyes.
"Hey get away from her," shouted royal soldier 4 who tried to grab him.
"Fools," said Sanji kicking several soldiers away.
"I can't believe he actually did that," said Nami running towards Sanji.
"You expected something else Nami," said Robin.
"No but still," said Nami.
"He attacked the soldiers. Everyone get him," shouted soldier 1.
The soldiers all charged towards him. However they were all beaten up by Sanji. Also a gasp was heard from the carriage.
"Bastards. Interrupting me when I'm about to go talk to the princess," said Sanji in a pissed voice.
Then his eyes turned to hearts and he twirled to the carriage.
"My princess. You're knight is here. Let me see your beautiful face," said Sanji in love love mode.
The princess then revealed herself from the carriage and looked at the fallen soldiers.
"Amazing you're really strong," said the princess.
Sanji then grabbed the princess hands and looked at her deep in the eyes.
"Princess. I feel it was destiny that brought us together. The wind and waves of destiny brought me towards you my dear. I am humbled in front your beauty for I," said Sanji to the princess who looked confused and creeped out.
Before he could finish, a fist smashed down in his head leaving him in a smoking mess.
"Mellorine," said Sanji who despite being on the floor with a big lump on his head managed to utter a mellorine.
"I'm sorry about this. He's like that to all women," said Nami apologizing to the princess.
"Wait I know you. You're Cat Burglar Nami. Aren't you one of the Straw Hats. And you're Devil Child Nico Robin," said the princess.
Robin smiled in response.
Nami however was a different case. Panic was on her face.
"Dammit she recognized us. Now we have to leave the island," cursed Nami.
"Seems so Nami," replied Robin with her ever present smile.
"Well then nice to meet you princess but we have to go," said Nami.
"Wait," said the princess.
The two women looked at the princess.
"You don't have to leave," said the princess.
"What?" asked Nami curiously.
Robin had an equally curious look.
"Please help us," begged the princess.
Nami had a shocked look while Robin's was neutral.
"Help you. Help you from what?" asked Nami.
"Done," said Sanji who magically recovered and was holding the princess's hand.
"Oh my princess. I am but a slave to love. Your beauty has captured me in a web of love. For how I can't escape. I, Black Leg Sanji your knight shall help you. Just ask me anything for your wish is my command" said Sanji still holding the princess's hand.
"Wait just a moment Sanji we haven't agreed to anything yet," said Nami before being interrupted by the princess.
"Wait Sanji as in Black Leg Sanji?" asked the princess.
"Yes I am him princess," replied Sanji.
"You looking nothing like your wanted poster," said the princess.
Sanji upon hearing about his drawn wanted poster fell on the ground in depression. Curse that wanted poster. It would haunt him forever.
"Anyway I humbly ask you all for your help," asked the princess.
"Well we don't have," said Nami before being interrupted by the princess
"There will be a huge reward," said the princess.
"Alright, let's do it," shouted Nami with her a fist up.
"Oh Nami is so beautiful when she's so determined," said Sanji with hearts in eyes.
"If you don't mind me asking, what is it that you need us to help you with?" asked Robin.
Sanji and Nami turned their attention to the princess.
The princess was silent before answering.
"I need you to free my kingdom from Blackbeard's control," said the princess.
The group was silent when they heard the princess's request.
"Woah woah wait a minute princess. I like money and all but you're asking us to go up against an emperor," said Nami.
"Please I beg of you. Things have been terrible ever since Blackbeard conquered us. You have to help us," begged the princess.
"Done," said Sanji.
"Sanji wait a minute we haven't agreed to anything yet," said Nami.
"A lady's request should never be turned down," said Sanji.
"Give it up Nami. You know how he is when it comes to women," said Robin.
Nami was by the side on her knees in depression, a depressed aura around her.
"Besides Nami I don't think we'll have to worry too much about Blackbeard," said Robin.
"What do you mean Robin-chan?" asked Sanji.
"Well this may be one of Blackbeard's territory but I highly doubt Blackbeard himself is here. So we should be able to take care of whoever's on the island," replied Robin.
"Besides that, whoever killed the other three emperors is probably after Blackbeard as well. So he'll be busy with those guys for a while," said Robin.
"Oh I see, that's good to hear," said Nami in relief.
"And there's one other thing," said Robin her voice turning serious.
"What is it?" asked Robin.
"If the revolutionary army is really the ones behind the deaths of the emperors and they are after Blackbeard, then this could be our chance to find Luffy. If we get involved with Blackbeard then chances are we might find the revolutionary army meaning we would be able to find Luffy," said Robin.
Nami and Sanji were silent. Since both of them were the ones who snapped on Luffy, they felt that they made him leave. So now that a lead to Luffy has shown itself it's clear that they want to pursue it even if it meant making enemies of Blackbeard.
"Also Luffy already has issues with Blackbeard because he was the one who captured his brother. So chances are Dragon might send Luffy himself after Blackbeard. So if we get involved with Blackbeard chances are we might run into Luffy himself," said Robin.
Nami then had a determined look on her face. She cared about money but she cared about her nakama even more. And Luffy was her nakama, even if he himself is not. And while she may not go against an emperor for money, she certainly would for her beloved captain.
"We'll do it. We'll help you," said Nami in a determined voice.
Sanji took a breath of smoke.
"I can't ignore a maiden in need. I'm in," said Sanji taking a puff.
"So am I," said Robin in a determined voice as well.
"Thank you all of you," said the princess.
"Anyway my name in princess Pellinopee," said the princess revealing her name.
"Pellinopee, what a nice name. The perfect name for a beautiful princess like you," said Sanji now in flirt mode.
"Um, sure, thank you," replied Pellinopee a bit creeped out.
"Now we just have to tell the crew," said Nami.
"I wonder how they'll react," asked Robin.
A few hours later onboard the Thousand Sunny when everyone returned.
"What!" the Straw Hats shouted together.
"We're helping this princess free her island from Blackbeard," said Chopper.
"Blackbeard as in one of the four emperors," said Ussop.
"The same Blackbeard that just a while ago you told us we don't want to get involved with," said Franky.
"Well, their reaction is pretty much what I expected," said Nami with a sweat bead on her face.
Robin had a graceful smile on her face as usual.
Robin then explained how this might be a chance to finally find Luffy. While the crew was not happy at the prospect of facing an emperor without Luffy, they agreed that Blackbeard is being hunted by some strong guys who could take out three emperors. And if the hunters are the revolutionary army then chances are they would find Luffy if they pick a fight with Blackbeard. And the prospect of reuniting with their wayward captain was motivating enough that they would even take on an emperor.
"Suck it up you guys, the decision as already been made. There's nothing you can do about it," said Zoro.
"Besides while taking on an emperor is a bad idea without Luffy, I'm still interested in seeing how strong he is," said Zoro with a grin.
"I can't ignore a lady who asks for help, especially one as beautiful as Pellinopee," said Sanji.
"I'm in if we can find Luffy again," said Chopper.
"I'm in too. I can show you all how strong I, the great captain Ussop is," said Ussop in one of his typical captain Ussop poses.
"Yosh you can super count on me," said Franky doing a pose.
"I shall offer my services too," said Brooke.
"Thank you everyone. All of you. Thank you," said Pellinopee.
Not much notes to say but anyway.
The next adventure of the crew has begun, liberating a kingdom from Blackbeard.
Kaien Kingdom is Blackbeard's territory. And since Blackbeard is a secret Knight of D, Kaien Kingdom is in fact revolutionary territory. So whoever has control of the island is part of the revolutionary army or allied with them in some way.
The crew are getting involved mostly because they suspect that they revolutionary army are the ones who took out the other three emperors. So that would mean that they would come after Blackbeard as well. Which means that if they get involved with Blackbeard, they might find the revolutionary army which means that they might find Luffy. Furthermore since Luffy has issues with Blackbeard, they think that Dragon might send Luffy himself after Blackbeard. So this is also a good lead to find their captain.
Again just wanted to point out that this is Blackbeard's territory and unknown to everyone revolutionary territory. So even though they would get involve with Blackbeard, Blackbeard himself is not guaranteed to show up. In any event the Straw Hats are unknowingly beginning their rebellion against the revolutionary army.