Chapter 3: Pranks and Revelations

Two years had flown by, and the bond between Imu and Harry had grown even stronger. Harry was no longer the frail, malnourished boy who had appeared in Marijois. Under Imu's care, he had flourished, becoming a mischievous, energetic seven-year-old with a penchant for mischief.

One day, as Harry and Imu sat in the opulent hallways of the palace, the idea for a prank was born. Imu had often shared her frustration about Dragon, and Harry, ever the protective 'son', wanted to do something that would annoy Dragon, if only a little. With a twinkle in his eye, Harry proposed sending pictures to every known member of the Revolutionary Army, save for Dragon himself.

The picture they chose was perfect: Harry, grinning cheekily with his tongue poking out, his eyes sparkling with mischief. Alongside the picture, they crafted a cheeky message, detailing how Harry had come to know of Dragon, labeling him as the 'big bad idiot papa dragon' for taking away his 'big brother Luffy'.

The messages went out in droves, sent by various secretive means, ensuring they reached their intended recipients. Among those who received the message was Luffy himself. The 21-year-old pirate captain looked at the photo, his eyes widening in surprise and amusement. Without missing a beat, he burst into laughter, showing off the picture of his 'baby brother' to his crew. "Look at this!" he exclaimed, waving the photo for all to see. "Now I'm the big brother, not Sabo!"

Back with the Revolutionary Army, the picture quickly became the talk of the base. Everyone was whispering, wondering who this cheeky kid was and how he had managed to send such a bold message. But the best reaction was yet to come.

Dragon, having been intentionally left out, quickly became aware of the picture when whispers and chuckles seemed to follow him wherever he went. Curious and slightly annoyed, he finally cornered one of his lieutenants, demanding an explanation. Upon being shown the picture and message, Dragon's face went through a series of emotions - surprise, disbelief, confusion, and finally, reluctant amusement. As if on cue, a perpetual rain cloud appeared above his head, showering him continuously, much to the amusement of his comrades.

In another part of the world, Garp received the message and laughed heartily, much to the confusion of those around him. Holding the picture up to a slightly annoyed Sengoku, Garp announced, "Looks like I have another grandson!" Sengoku just rolled his eyes, muttering about the complexities of the Monkey family.

The message seemed to have traveled far and wide, causing a stir wherever it went. Speculations ran rampant about who the mischievous boy was and who was behind this grand prank. Among those who were in the know, the consensus was clear - only one woman would be bitter enough towards Dragon to devise such a scheme.

Back in Marijois, Harry and Imu celebrated their successful prank. They laughed together, imagining the reactions of all those who received the message. The palace echoed with their laughter, a sound that was now familiar and cherished.

As the days turned into weeks, Harry continued his magical training under Imu's watchful eye. He had become adept at various spells and charms, his magic growing stronger with each passing day.

One evening, as they sat on the balcony overlooking the vast expanse of Marijois, Imu turned to Harry with a serious expression. "Harry," she began, "we've had our fun, but we must also be prepared. The world is vast and unpredictable, and there are those who might not look kindly upon our prank."

Harry looked up, his eyes filled with determination. "I understand, Mama. I'll always be ready to protect us."

Imu smiled, wrapping her arm around him. "Together, we'll face whatever comes our way."

Months passed, and the initial excitement of the prank faded. Yet, its repercussions were far from over. Harry's reputation had grown, with tales of his mischief spreading far and wide. He had become a legend in his own right, the mysterious boy who had dared to mock Dragon.

In the midst of this newfound fame, Harry remained grounded, thanks to Imu's guidance. She taught him the importance of humility, reminding him that with great power came great responsibility.

Their days were filled with lessons, both magical and mundane. From learning about the history of the One Piece world to practicing advanced spells, Harry's education was vast and varied.

One day, as Harry practiced a particularly tricky charm, a visitor arrived at the palace. It was none other than Luffy, the Straw Hat Pirate himself. Having heard tales of his 'baby brother', he had come to meet him in person.

Their meeting was nothing short of legendary. Harry, having heard so much about Luffy from Imu, was starstruck. Luffy, for his part, was equally impressed with the young wizard, marveling at his magical abilities.

The two bonded instantly, their shared sense of mischief and adventure making them fast friends. They swapped tales of their respective adventures, with Luffy regaling Harry with stories of his journey to become the Pirate King, and Harry sharing his experiences in the magical world.

As the sun set on Marijois, the two made a promise - to one day set out on an adventure together, exploring the vast world and uncovering its many secrets.

For now, though, they were content, basking in the warmth of newfound brotherhood, their hearts full of dreams and possibilities.