A mystic path of cool hues unfolded before them. With every step they took, the grama vanished, revealing a surface resembling a liquid that defied conventional understanding. It didn't wet or submerge their bodies; instead, it embraced them like a living entity. Following each step, new, lighter-colored anemones sprang into existence, leaving patterns of their path behind.

The captain's complaints reverberated incessantly through the cold and silent land where the pirates' footsteps made no noise. Only the occasional creaking of the ground breaking away, 'falling' above, served as an intermittent interruption to the uncomfortable silence.

"This is boring... Where are we going?" he asked petulantly to the mystical creature leading the way.

"Hey! You understand us! Tell us where you're taking us," the long-nosed demanded, stopping to point accusingly.

Usopp's complaints ceased, replaced by an almost imperceptible whistle. The sound caught the attention of the creature, which trotted to the source of the noise and stopped in front of a radiant root with carved markings.

The creature's tail disintegrated towards the root, and its ashes flowed over the ancient phonograms, darkening them as they passed, making the inscriptions became visible to the visitors.

As the dark ash slid over the inscriptions, it created sounds at significant intervals forming a sweet and comforting melody. The group found the music soothing, with Brook being the most captivated, taking his guitar from his back to attempt replicate the tune.

"Where did you get that?" Usopp asked in confusion.

"From a music store… I didn't want to leave it in Kriminal."

"What is he doing?" Nami asked, intrigued by the strange behavior of the creature, whose part of its body traversed through the carvings.

"IT'S LISTENING"

"Listening?" Robin asked puzzled.

"THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO DECIPHER PONEGLYPHS… READING AND LISTENING TO IT'S MESSAGE."

"How is that possible?" Jinbei asked, unfamiliar with this new information.

"I don't understand. Can they talk?" the cook couldn't grasp what the hero was trying to convey.

"Rayleigh mentioned that Roger was able to hear the voices of all things... That's how he understood the messages of the Poneglyphs," the archaeologist explained, approaching with interest to read what was previously imperceptible to her eyes, touching the carvings on the root, which began to change color to lighter shades upon contact, making it harder to read.

"What this being does, is intensify the voice of the inscriptions," the archaeologist concluded, writing a message with her finger on the ground.

"What are you doing, Robin?" the small reindeer asked, confused.

"Trying to communicate."Principio del formulario

Robin's fingers grazed the purple grass, writing a message that transformed into a shimmering mirror, from which countless iridescent bubbles of memories emerged, each encapsulating moments with the scholars of Ohara. Intrigued, the guardian approached and delicately captured the memory spheres with its snout. The memories flowed like liquid light through the guardian's current body, coalescing within the hollow spaces that would have been its eyes. It approached in front of the archeologist, who could see her childhood with Clover being reproduced without sound in the creature's gaze.

The guardian, with the vestiges of its tail, gently traced the message created by the archaeologist, producing a series of vibrations and generating a soft, melodious sound that helped unravel the hidden meaning. As it squinted its eyeless face, a look of disappointment became apparent, and it withdrew a few steps away from her, while the remaining ashes on the ground returned to its central body, and a low-relief message emerged on its forehead, causing Robin to blush in embarrassment.

"It understood!" the pirates cheered.

"What did you say to Robin-chwan, to make her uncomfortable like that?"

"Sanji-san, it's not important... It was my mistake," the raven-haired woman calmed her comrade who was red with anger.

"Robin, ask where he is taking us!" the sniper requested, causing the archaeologist to become serious due to her embarrassment.

"No." She retorted abruptly. "The written question was unnecessary."

A new message appeared on the creature's back as it continued on its path, drawing the group's attention.

"Well, Robin?" Franky asked as he noticed that their crewmate wasn't translating the text.

"In simple terms, it's taking us to Hades," she explained, choosing the simpler words for the group.

"Hades?!" they all shouted in unison.

"What?! Is it dangerous?" The trembling sniper expressed.

"What is Hades?" Luffy asked, as he hadn't paid attention to the morning explanation as he kept stacking plates for fun.

"He's known in the Greek mythology as the King of the Underworld... Although, our guide didn't actually name it like that; but it's an easier concept to understand."

"Increeedibleee!"

"Not 'incredible,' you idiot. Now we're definitely going to get killed."

"WAAAAAAAH!" Chopper screamed in horror after Usopp's words.

"Don't scare Chopper!" scolded the navigator, who hit his crewmate forcefully, leaving him semi-conscious on the floor.

"WAAAHHH, THEY'RE GOING TO EAT US!" Chopper cried in a high-pitched voice, being comforted by the swordsman's firm hand on his hat.

"Relax, Chopper... We won't allow anyone to be devoured."

All Might couldn't help but smile at the interaction within the group. They truly resembled a tight-knit family, with the playful trio acting like mischievous younger siblings who never missed a chance to tease each other. Meanwhile, the swordsman took on the role of the protective older brother, always looking out for their well-being.

"Luffy! The oracle is alive; we just need to wake her up so we can leave," Usopp asserted, nursing a bump on his head that rivalled the size of Brook's afro.

"WHY ARE WE HEADING TO HADES?" All Might cut to the chase, directing his question straight at the creature. To their frustration, it simply wiped every message from its body and pressed forward.

"It's not giving us a word! Honestly, I have a bad feeling about this. We should turn back!" Usopp insisted, promptly executing a 180-degree turn and striding away, but to his chagrin, no one followed suit. "I have the rare disease 'If I see the King of the Underworld, I die,'" he said, coughing and pretending to be out of breath, convalescing on the ground.

"Give it up, Usopp," scolded Sanji, not stopping his pace. "Luffy already made a decision"

"COME ON, BRAVE WARRIOR OF THE SEA, DON'T GET LEFT BEHIND!" Yagi encouraged, extending his hand to help Usopp up and dusting off his overall, inviting him to join them.

As the group continued their journey, their gaze remained fixed on the guardian, as they awaited any new messages the being might engrave upon its radiant body.

During this watchful trek, they observed a subtle movement in the hand of the woman who rested upon the creature's back. Her once-translucent skin was gradually regaining its natural color, and her eyelids began to open, unveiling mesmerizing turquoise corneas framed by long white lashes. Yet, her gaze held an eerie aspect, as it lacked the presence of pupils.

Unable to move her body, her eyes moved in all directions without managing to see anything. As a desperate attempt to perceive the surroundings, she sought an alternative way. However, her efforts only led to a profusion of blood flowing from her nose and eyes, forming intricate crimson patterns on her pale cheeks.

"Aaah! Stop! Don't use Haki, or you'll fry your brain!" Chopper frantically warned, as his tiny hooves tapped the ground in an attempt to get their attention.

"Hey! Tell her to stop!" The captain, increasingly concerned, ordered the creature to stop, prompting it to pause in its steady stride and take notice of the woman's distress.

Toshinori quickened his pace, rushing ahead of the pirate group to reach the disoriented woman. As he drew close, he gently placed his hand on her back, offering her comfort and reassurance, silently letting her know he was there for her.

"It's okay... It's me, can you hear me?" Toshinori spoke softly, attempting to connect with the disoriented Oracle. However, she remained unresponsive, struggling to get up and frantically searching in all directions with her eyes still bleeding.

"She's not stopping..." Chopper expressed his fear, recalling the previous threats from the guardian.

"I don't think she can see or hear us," the cook observed, capturing the group's attention. "When I came out of the river, I couldn't use any of my senses... She was submerged for a longer time."

"There must be a way to make her understand that she's not alone so she'll stop hurting herself," the concerned navigator insisted.

"All Might-san, the song that you mentioned..."

"Brook-san… She can't hear" Jinbei conjectured.

"Music is not just heard with the ears... It's also heard with the soul," the skeleton proclaimed, tuning his guitar. "We have nothing to lose by trying."

Brook placed his phalanges on B flat mayor, starting to play the gentle melody. Her bloodied eyes slowly stopped their weeping at the soothing notes; the enchanting music resonated in the realm surroundings as the Oracle's gaze seemed to show dread as she fixated on Brook.

"It works!"

"I don't know... Don't you see her looking a little scared?" Nami pointed out, noticing how her gaze trembled, and her mouth tried to move, emitting cries instead of words.

The body of the creature disintegrated, releasing the white-haired to the ground, as a vast cloud of brilliant ashes enveloped the skeleton, creating a shroud that solidified, letting him immobilized.

The musician's bones began to emanate an iridescent glow, but the radiance slowly faded away, and his verdant soul abruptly departed from his lifeless corpse.

"Brook!" his comrades called out as they saw the being claim the skeleton's soul.

"Move aside!" Zoro ordered, stopping his crewmates from attacking.

"Santoryu..." The swordsman focused his strength to perform an attack, unsheathing Wado Ichimonji.

In a swift and almost instantaneous motion, it appeared as though Zoro's body had been teleported to the opposite direction of the threat.

"SHISHI SONSÓN!"

The swordsman executed his attack, sheathing his sword at the end. However, the silence and lack of visible damage to the creature indicated that his attack had been futile, dealing a blow not to the monster but to his own pride.

"That cursed thing can't be cut either!" Sanji muttered annoyed.

"Cut through hell if necessary" Zoro recalled the words of the young crow, switching from Ichimonji to Enma.

Brook's soul dangled by a thread that refused to leave his body completely, while being absorbed by the white shroud, which stopped after distorting its form, before suddenly dropping the skeleton's bones back to the ground.

Chopper, Robin and Nami carefully gathered the bones, like pieces of a puzzle, working to reassemble them while they gradually reconnected with Brook's soul, ultimately returning him to his body.

"Brook! Are you okay?"

"I almost had my soul sucked out!" the skull shouted in fear, finishing connecting the rest of his bones. "I felt like I was going to die... Although I'm already dead, Yohoho... ho!" He started laughing out of nervousness, almost fainting from the shock.

"What were you trying to do to my nakama?!" the captain yelled furiously at the white mass that vibrated in sync with a sweet sound emitted by the woman lying on the surface.

The same melody that had captured the energy's attention was now replicated by the girl's lips, drawing the interest of the ashes that covered her, bouncing the light in her white hair, which turned into an iridescent hue, resembling a pearl.

"Oi, Stop it!" the captain shouted, getting to his feet and heading threateningly toward the white mass, which eventually dissipated, leaving the body free again.

"What just happened?" Franky inquired, seeking an explanation from Robin, who like the others, was perplexed.

"Hey, Flour! What did you do to her?" Sanji demanded.

"Come on, let's leave. It's dangerous! We can't let that thing guide us," Usopp continued to plead, clutching the captain's shirt, being dragged along with him.

"Luffy, please, I agree with Usopp," Nami added, taking a step back, expressing her concern.

The captain, without uttering a word, turned to Toshinori, recognizing his indecision.

"Shaggy!" He called out with a blend of anger and concern evident in his voice.

Yagi grasped Luffy's message. The captain regarded him as both an equal and part of their crew, offering his help to fulfill his goal. Demonstrating his respect, straightforward and transparent nature, which Yagi appreciated.

Yagi found himself at a loss for words. His nerves were overshadowed by his commitment as understood that their physical attacks were futile against their dangerous guide, who had also jeopardized one of their crew members.

He felt torn, searching for a clear path forward; Hoping for some guidance, he turned his attention to the girl, whose tear-filled eyes were cleaning the blood that had once flowed from them as she struggled to stand. Yagi remained undistracted by his surroundings, including the reformed fennec-shaped entity made of ash. He ventured toward the Oracle, attempting to engage her with words despite her unresponsiveness.

The Fennec fox gently nudged the hero's back with its snout, directing his attention to a new message on its forehead, which remained indecipherable to him.

"Her nervous system is just starting to normalize; she can't see or hear us," Robin clarified after reading the message. She approached both the hero and the woman, with the giant fox following closely.

"Hey, get away from Robin-chwan!" the cook ordered, seeing how the creature rubbed against her like a kitten, dropping to the ground so she could use him as a fluffy seat.

Robin accepted the invitation of the mystical being, noticing its warmth and softness sensation when she made contact with the creature. It wasn't a physical feeling but an emotional one, a mixture of happiness and sadness that left her with a sense of nostalgia.

"Wait, if she can't hear, how did she react to the song?!" Brook complained, finishing adjusting his suit, as the creature tilted its head in response…

"It's pretending dementia!" Usopp yelled, with his eyes and tongue trying to escape from his body.

The Oracle struggled to stand on her trembling feet, as she kept falling onto her forearms, unwilling to put her weight on her knees. Looking at her weaken state, Toshinori came to her aid, helping her sit in a seiza, which seemed to help her breathe and calm her body.

The woman's face remained emotionless, her skin regained its normal tone, and her braid lost its shape, letting her hair fall around her. It was a small but significant improvement, and the pirates watched with enthusiasm as the oracle began to show signs of recovery.

"Oi, she woke up," the captain celebrated, joyfully jumping.

"She's alive!"

"Hey! How do we go back?"

"Wait until she recovers, Usopp!" The navigator scolded with a slap on the back of his head.

"Yeah, let's go!" the skeleton supported the notion.

"See Luffy! Brook agrees, it's dangerous; let's go back."

The woman's pupils slowly emerged, struggling to focus on her unfamiliar surroundings. Her breath quickened as the realization dawned upon her that she was in a place she did not recognize. Her hands supported her body while her eyes were fixed on the surface below. However, it wasn't her own reflection that got her attention... Her once-skinned wrists marked by cruel restraints, now bore no trace of those painful reminders. She extended her hand, scrutinizing it with growing intensity, acutely aware of the newfound lightness that coursed through her body.

Despite her continuing struggle with blurry vision, she remained steadfast in her belief that the physical reminders of her traumatic past had vanished. This realization left her momentarily breathless. With a determined resolve, she reached for the bandages, unraveling them with haste, revealing the skin beneath. Her fingers gently glided over her now unmarked arm.

The pirates looked on in increasing intrigue as her behavior transformed from curiosity to an almost frantic desperation. She tore at the bandages enshrouding her body, eventually collapsing to the ground, allowing her to remove them with more ease. Her actions unveiled her bare torso, and her hands traversed her back, where her touch encountered newfound smoothness, devoid of any remnants of the extensive burn, once bearing the World Government's symbol. Her pupils contracted leaving herself frozen, as her face reflected a complex blend of anguish and profound emotion.

"Are you okay?" Chopper asked with concern, wanting to approach the patient, but he was stopped by the Fish-man. "I want to check her condition!"

"Let her catch a breath... She has realized it," the former Warlord ordered seriously, while Chopper could only stand by, watching as the girl's body trembled with inconsolable emotion.

"What's happening to her?" Usopp asked his nakamas, who observed the oracle's response with grave expressions. The girl lowered her forehead to the ground, releasing a multitude of entirely black bubbles from which cries and wails, interspersed with sadistic laughter, emanated.

Robin, driven by her insatiable curiosity, reached out to touch one of the black bubbles in an attempt to explore the memories within. However, the Fennec disintegrated and started bursting every single one of them.

Even though the bubbles were no longer present, the deafening screams persisted. This time, from the white-haired herself, who continued to scream and cry, interspersed with laughter.

A sense of unease ran through the pirates and the hero as they bore witness to the girl's cathartic experience. It was a moment of profound release, as she liberated herself from the burdens that had held her captive for years.

All Might felt his heroic instincts urging him to intervene, but a series of arms emerging from the ground obstructed his path. Without objection, he heeded Robin's non-verbal request to give the woman her space during and rejoined the group.

"SHE HASN'T PASSED OUT..." He murmured, not wanting to be heard by the agonized girl.

"Why should she?"

"Is it some special condition she has?" Chopper asked, intrigued.

"USUALLY, EXPRESSING HER EMOTIONS CAUSES HER TO LOSE CONSCIOUSNESS, THIS IS THE FIRST TIME, SHE'S ABLE TO LET IT ALL OUT," the hero remarked, glancing at the giant creature, which stared back at him. "WAS IT YOUR FAULT?"

Brook chimed in with a melancholic tone, "She's been suppressing her emotions for years. I've felt loneliness, but at least I could express my sadness and pain."

The woman crackle, ending in tears, showing the end of her emotional release. The tears and snot running down her face made it hard for her to breathe.

Finally, she gently caressed her back one last time, showing a gentle gesture with her swollen eyes, red nose, and cheeks.

All Might patiently waited for her to clean her face and approached her, covering her with his jacket to hide the partially exposed body of the girl, which was only censored by her long hair. Since, during her outburst, she hadn't noticed the surroundings as she searched for traces of her scars.

The whitehaired accepted the blond's clothing, wrapping herself in it to ward off the cold that she could finally experience.

"WE'VE ARRIVED," Yagi said solemnly, placing his hand on her shoulder and adjusting the jacket.

The woman looked up at the proud hero, and then noticed several figures in the distance. "We?"

She had been so focused on the changes in her body that she hadn't realized the people accompanying them; The motley crew, with varied heights and nearly perpetual smiles on their faces, except for the skeleton, who couldn't grin due to his lack of flesh.

She quickly identified them, causing her eyes widened in astonishment. To someone ignorant of their exploits, the crew presence might not have seemed threatening, but Yue felt deep sense of fear washing over.

They were the infamous Straw Hat Pirates, a group that had skyrocketed to notoriety in less than a year, taking down two Warlords of the Sea in that short span, making them marked targets of the World Government. Led by Monkey D. Luffy, the daring captain who had made history by infiltrating the three most secure government facilities and lived to tell the tale… A fearless leader who had declared war on the world and even punched a Celestial Dragon.

As Yue realized the gravity of their presence, her pupils trembled with fear. She turned in horror to Toshinori, who, from his calm demeanor in the midst of these notorious pirates, clearly didn't comprehend the crew's full level of infamy.

Beads of sweat trickled down her face, as she placed her hands on the rippling purple flora, watching it vanish upon contact, gradually revealing the surface and her mirrored reflection.

She attempted to regulate her breathing, taking deep breaths, with one hand still on the surface while using the other to clutch Toshinori's shirt, taking him by surprise.

Before the hero could voice his protest, the girl thrust her fingers piercing the surface, making it to react as liquid where she dip her arm down to the elbow. until her same hand emerged on the opposite side, akin to Robin's ability.

"WAIT, MISS YUE! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?" the alarmed hero cried out, raising his palms in a plea for her to cease, baffled by the unique nature of these lands and her actions.

The captain rushed toward them, causing the girl's maneuver to quicken. Her arm emerged from the surface, latching onto her jacket collar, and in a swift, forceful motion, she pulled both herself and the blond to the other side of the surface. Now, both groups shared the same realm, though on distinct planes.


The aroma in the infirmary was a stark departure from their usual experience. Instead of the usual cold and piercing scent of alcohol, the air was now filled with the invigorating fragrance of fresh herbs, intermingled with the fishy smell that dominated the medical quarters.

Within the infirmary, the wounded bodies of those affected by the incident at the mermaid bay were receiving meticulous care. Minks with expertise were tending to them, applying a unique seaweed mixture to soothe the burns and promote healing.

"This is very refreshing," said Nerumi.

"The seaweed possesses a polymer that enables it to both provide support and release stem cells to heal injuries; and coupled with the humidity and the cool climate of the depths, it makes them ideal treatment for burns," explained the mermaid who was caring for her.

"It's somewhat ironic that you possess such an effective burn treatment, considering you are mostly marine beings residing in the depths, surrounded by water," the class representative commented with curiosity.

"It's common for young Mink pups to get injured while practicing with their Electro. They might accidentally harm their friends or family, and with water all around, it can lead to quite dangerous incidents," Their friendly squirrel Mink explained.

"But they're just kids; they don't understand what they're doing. It's the responsibility of the parents to watch over them," another Mink added.

"The parents should definitely keep an eye on them."

Ochako brought her arm close to her face to sniff in, that intriguing combination of seaweed and herbs. "I don't want to be rude, but doesn't this place make you hungry?"

"You're absolutely right. This place smells like seafood heaven," Denki commented.

"Comments like that aren't going to endear us to them." Iida said, wincing as a meerkat nurse tended to his burns. tightening his bandages.

"Kaminari, come on, Jinbei told us they don't eat fish," Kirishima reminded his friend.

"I concur, mon ami. It's like the scent of spicy sashimi." Aoyama chimed in

"Not everyone here eats seafood, but some of us do," one of the mermaids in attendance admitted.

"So, why did you attack me?" Iida inquired, loosening his bandages.

"Hakuna matata, brother," the meerkat nurse said, displaying a relaxed attitude.

"Timonee is just aggressive," an embarrassed Tontatta, who was also being treated by the meerkat, explained.

"Nutting to worry about," the meerkat replied, still maintaining a casual demeanor.

"Hazel, you mentioned that it's common for children to get hurt while using their electrical abilities. What about adults?" Jiro was intrigued and asked.

"If they all possess these powers, isn't there a risk that they might misuse them?" the vice-president voiced his concern.

"Having everyone with these abilities could lead to counterproductive situations, especially if they decide to use them for criminal purposes." the class representative added, relating it to their own society, which left the Minks attending to them somewhat puzzled.

The zebra nurse, intrigued by their questions and concerns, decided to interject.

"Hands…" She said, gaining their attentions. "Hands are something that most of us have, and they are used to perform a wide range of activities every day—cooking, communicating, writing, helping..." She continued speaking as she deftly finished bandaging Jiro's legs with the seaweed. "But as versatile as hands can be, they also have the potential to wield a weapon or harm a fellow being. What I'm trying to convey is that any one of us, whether possessing abilities or not, could pose a threat... including all of you.

"The best way to prevent those behaviors is not by prohibiting the use of the abilities we are born with..." The Mink continued with his speech, but soon got interrupted by Timonee.

"A fish will not forbid a bird to fly just because the fish is not able to do it, just as a bird will not prohibit the fish from swimming... But I think it is something that you humans still can't understand..." she said, a bit disappointed, which left the group puzzled.

"Then… What about the ducks?"

"That's not the point Mineta, Kero..."

"The best way to deter the growth of negative desires that lead to what you label as villains is through early and proper education, fostering an understanding of diversity and the environment. Above all, offering support, acknowledging that it may not always be entirely equal due to our unique differences, but denying it to anyone is not the solution. Those abandoned and misunderstood by their communities are the ones who often grow up with resentment and have it further cultivated." Explained the Zebra. "Of course, there have been instances of criminal behavior, but rather than immediate punishment, we strive to listen to these individuals to comprehend where our society may have failed them, leading them down that path. This is the underlying philosophy governing Lemuria. In our case, Poseidon III is tasked with maintaining order to prevent the birth of animosity among races and our own citizens,"

"Each of the kings plays a vital role to preserve order, complementing each other to govern in a manner that benefits all of us, not as individual races, but as a united community," she emphasized.

The heroes were deeply contemplative as they considered the resolution to how problems were faced in this kingdom… Could it be that villains were products of an indifferent environment?

"So, you don't forbid the use of their abilities?" Deku inquired, with his gaze lost at his injured hands.

"No, we don't forbid it. We simply use our abilities conscientiously to avoid causing harm to others... It's not very common to see such abilities in use here due to the humidity," The meerkat explained.

"BUT IT CAN'T BE PERFECT... THERE WILL ALWAYS BE HATRED, RESENTMENT, AND ENVY... THERE MUST HAVE A PROBLEM FROM TIME TO TIME!" Iida expressed, as his confusion was evident.

"Although I don't like to admit it, Iida is correct," Mina chimed in. "At some point, conflicts must arise. What happens when they get into a fight?" she asked, seeking further clarification.

"Quarrels are not common," Timonee replied, her smile delicate but firm as she continued to bandage the young squirrel Mink with seaweed. "All problems between inhabitants must be written down before they escalate physically… Debates with witnesses usually resolve conflicts. Like any community or large family, there is a strong support system in place."

"The processing of these petitions is expedited, but even if a summons is issued in less than a day, the problem is usually resolved in a civilized manner before the appointed time," the squirrel Mink added. "The waiting period itself helps individuals to think more rationally."

"Many outbursts stem from the heat of the moment," the zebra Mink noted. "Once they calm down, they typically find a way to work things out."

"Well, for a place that values peaceful conflict resolution, it sure had a violent welcome," Mineta remarked.

"In cases involving violent outbursts, there is usually an intermediary," the Fish-man who had been involved in the fight explained from the entrance door.

"Lakona!" Hazel called in surprise as she saw him enter the room.

"Yo!"

"What is he doing here?" Denki barked with his sharp teeth.

"It's part of my punishment to coexist with you guys so I can understand you better," he replied, taking a seat next to the blond and smiling close to his face showing his sharp teeth. "What's up?"

"EEEEEEEEEEHHHH!? Get out of here... You maniac!"

"Lakona, you forgot to tell them, about requesting a mediator and the opponent's approval," Hazel said, noting how the Fish-man continued to ignore Denki's complaints.

" What kind of solution is that?!"

"Sometimes negative emotions can lead to a fight, and with the difference in strength between the various residents, it could get serious. So, it's necessary to have someone step in if it gets out of control… But it only happens if both parties agree."

"Technically, their request wouldn't have been approved since you weren't willing to fight." Hazel clarified.

"That rule exists because we have some residents with warrior blood within them, who tend to be a little bit explosive. In a misunderstanding, it could end up harming weaker residents," Lakona explained, raising his hand. "Guilty as charged!" He proudly declared, flashing a broad, sharp smile.

"That's why we organize combat tournaments every three months. It's a good way to let off steam for those more aggressive folks."

"That sounds dangerous," Momo commented, wiping sweat from her forehead.

"It's all good fun! They enjoy it, and it's usually a spectacle."

"The giants are always the most excited," the Tontattas celebrated, bouncing around on the stretchers.

"Gi... Giants!" the heroes exclaimed in unison.

"What's wrong with them?" A Tontatta inquired.

"Our friends went to the giant village!"

"Oooooh… Don't worry, they are peaceful unless you give them a reason to fight."

"Do you think they're in trouble?" Hagakure asked.

"They took Bakugo with them" Sero replied

"EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEK!"

"Hahahaha, calm down. That place is under the command of the old witch. She's in charge of calming those senseless duels," reassured a small Tontatta, patting the green-haired man seemed to have lost his soul.

"They were lucky that our King intervened," one of the mermaids blushed with respect, referring to her monarch.

"King Poseidon is wise and compassionate. He rules under the will of the ancient Queen Otohime. So, He only gets involved in major problems, usually conflicts between kingdoms and races. He's a fair leader who listens to all sides before making decisions."

"He's the right one to avoid a racial war," the meerkat added, smiling as she began to treat the patient's wounds more carefully.

"Why should there be a race war?" Sero asked, intrigued.

"Are you really unaware of the history?" Lakona fell off the stretcher in shock.

"Mhm!"

"Jeez… I feel like a total jerk," he said apologetically, scratching his head.

"You were a total jerk!" his friends chimed in.

"Anyway, the kings will fill you in. It's not our job to spill the beans," a mermaid said.

The squeak of the massive infirmary doors pierced the ears of everyone in the room, heralding the arrival of the remaining group. They entered with a collection of bruises, scratches, and multiple injuries, with Kirishima being the only one laid out on a stretcher, unconscious.

"Whoa, Kirishima!"

"What happened to you?!"

"Back at you, " Sato said, eyeing their bandages.

"You got into a fight with the giants?" Deku peered at them.

"What's with Kirishima?" Ashido approached worriedly, not wanting to make contact with him as she didn't know how much damage he had.

"Wait, miss, don't move him," the stretcher-bearer warned.

Bakugo, feeling a sense of shame, actively avoided making eye contact with his classmates, as he carried the weight of failure, unable to protect his friend as he would have wanted.

"You guys okay?" The alluring heroine, wrapped in seaweed, didn't waste a moment and rushed to the boys. She carefully examined their wounds, checked their battered bodies, and then turned to face her partner. However, he intervened before she could start another thorough examination.

"We're good, Nerumi. You can stop; Kirishima had the most damage, but he's okay."

"He is doing fine… He took a hit from the giants like a champ." Clarified the gazelle doctor in charge.

"They're incredible! Kirilando rocks!" The dwarves cheered, popping out of the jet's scarf.

"Kirilando?" The young heroes exchanged confused looks.

"For some strange reason whenever they refer to human names, they always change their ending to Lando."

"How did you all end up here? Did the King asked for your presence too?" Nerumi inquired from her companion.

"They were brought by the former Queen of the giants… She's already meeting with the other monarchs; only the king of the Minks is missing for the complete gathering." Explained the gazelle who was leaving the room for the missing human.

As the door swung open, a lively group of mermaids, Fish-men, and Minks barged into the patient's room, embracing their friends and humans. The group of those involved who neither attacked nor defended found themselves on the verge of tears, feeling remorseful for not intervening.

"We're sorry for doubting you. It's just that we weren't prepared to receive strangers." A mermaid in a conch shell cap expressed, holding Froppy's hands.

"Why are the pirates welcomed and we're not?" Shoji asked in confusion.

"Is it because they're from the past?" Inquired Todoroki.

"What happened during that the void millennium? Iida asked, leaving all the regretful present in contemplation.

"We can tell you about it." Said the mermaid, turning to her companions, hoping they would support her.Principio del formulario

"Allani!"

"Well, she is not wrong..." Supported Lakona "We're only forbidden to mention anything related to the past with the Straw Hats to avoid giving information that might affect their course and decisions in their time."

"I'm not gonna lie... This time travel thing is kinda confusing. Do changes to the past affect our present, or does it create another timeline?" Kaminari said

"We think that, any major changes to their actions in the past could have significant consequences for the present." Lakona chimed in. "That's why we must keep silent from them, the events that will unfold"

"They must comeback, as clueless as they arrived"

"Why do you think that?"

"You know, in movies with time travel, there are usually multiple timelines created." Sero tried to explain, making numerous gestures.

"Considering the date on the Poneglyphs... It can't be a coincidence that they arrived the same day the scriptures predicted… This was meant to happen"

"If their arrival was foreseen, this is part of their journey. It's up to us not to talk about it, so that their return is not affected." Explained a Mako shark Fish-man from the visiting group.

"So, they WILL come back" Aizawa said relieved.

"Did you guys read the message from the Poneglyphs?" Asked Momo curiously.

"Did you read them too?"

"Miss Robin did... Is that bad?" Aizawa asked

"No... I don't think so."

"It will be decided by the kings." Said Lakona leaning her body against a column.

"The message from the Poneglyphs was a gift from hell... A message to fulfill a prophecy." Said one of the Tontattas in the teacher's scarf.

"Restore the balance of the kingdoms." Momo murmured.

"That's correct."

"Within ourselves, we really want to trust you... But we can't help fearing that history will repeat itself..." Confessed one of the Minks involved in the attack.

"You can trust us... We are heroes!" Proudly proclaimed Ojiro

"Heroes, huh?... From which perspective? Your leaders or your society?

"It is the leaders who define what is right and what is wrong! Do you know the 'Justice' under which you are commanded?"

The Fish-man's words reverberated in their minds, creating an unsettling echo. The reality they faced was discretely shrouded in darkness. The clandestine extermination of races, concealed by their leaders, cast a chilling shadow over their understanding of the truth. It left them with a haunting question: What other secrets were being concealed?

Questions about their society began to manifest in their minds: Is the prevalence of villains in their society solely a result of the powers they possess and their hunger for control? Or does it stem from the disregard and disdain shown by the inhabitants, who feel misunderstood due to their quirks or appearances?

Meanwhile, in a Kingdom characterized by cooperation and understanding, where diversity is embraced, there were various ways to keep potentially monstrous forces in check. The question arises: Why did this seemingly harmonious society not hesitate to defend itself against a peaceful group of humans?

Their question remained in their thoughts: Do you know the 'Justice' under which you are commanded?"

"What... What happened?" Jiro asked in confusion.

"What are they hiding from us?" The freckled one joined the doubts, a question that seemed to be directed unconsciously to both the heroes and the Lemurians.

"I believe it's best to wait for the Kings to decide what to disclose to them." Explained a gazelle Mink who reentered the infirmary with Present Mic's stretcher.

"Yamada!" What happened to him?" Aizawa approached the sleepy hero with concern.

"He underwent emergency treatment for impacts that pierced his abdomen, organs, and part of his arm. Fortunately, everything is under control. He just needs some rest and stay quiet or any activity that could risk reopening the sutures," one of the dwarves stated, coming out from the blond's hair. Given their size, the Tontattas were highly skilled at performing intricate surgeries.

"Then we better put him down to sleep... He won't be able to stay quiet." The explosive one mocked.

"Bakugo, this is serious... He lost lots of blood."

"This place is too crowded! Everybody out!" ordered the meerkat, generating sparks around his body. The crowd filed out, leaving only the wounded and allowing the passage of a new mermaid carrying several bubbles with garments for the young ones, to be presentable during the trial.

"Guys... You forgot this," she said nervously, noticing the meerkat who snorted in annoyance but allowed her to pass.

"As soon as we found out what happened, we came as fast as possible to bring you your things. You need to look good if you are going to be in the presence of Queen Amphitrite. She has a character... kind of special," the mermaid mentioned nervously, making bubble deliveries to their owners. "She's like, a total bitch..." she whispered to the young pink girl who had given her the plastic bracelet she wore on her wrist.

"Do you know when the trial will start?" Nerumi asked

"As soon as everyone is conscious and calm."

"In the meantime, wouldn't you like to enjoy a little snack?"

"Is it possible?" Ochako got up like Dracula from her stretcher as she heard the mention of food.

"The palace is quite expansive. You're free to explore without encountering anyone significant. However, as a precaution, stick to the rooms we indicate," the gazelle recommended.

The heroes heeded their doctor's advice, making their way to the royal bath to freshen up before meeting the awaiting monarchs. Despite being granted permission to explore certain areas, the group opted to stick to the necessities.

Their recent encounter leaving a lingering unease. Was it a result of the misunderstanding about their species, or did it stem from a deeper knowledge about how rulers on the surface treated different races? Would they now be judged for the sins of their species, adding another layer of complexity to their interactions in this mysterious underwater world?

Having observed the Lemurians' response and uncovered the hidden truths within their society, the heroes began to grasp the purpose of the Poneglyphs and why their message was concealed by the higher ranks of the society in power.

As time elapsed, the unconscious heroes gradually stirred awake. The potent medicinal treatments of the deep had proven effective, swiftly healing burns and closing wounds. However, the fading effects of the sedative revealed persistent pains, hinting at an underlying issue with their bodies.

"Present Mic has regained consciousness!" cheered Kirishima as he watched his stretcher partner attempt to rise.

"It would be wise not to exert yourself and maintain silence," advised the doctor.

"What about the others? What happened to you, Kirishima? You're all wrapped up."

"I don't know. It was just us and the doctors when I woke up… and I'm fine, just dealing with a bad migraine that won't take long to pass," he confidently declared, raising his fist with a positive smile.

The echo of a stampede reverberated down the corridor near the infirmary, signaling approaching danger. Despite the door's considerable weight and size, it rattled as an uncontrollable group of humans burst in, shocked to discover that their friend had awakened. The youngsters surrounded both stretchers, shouting excitedly at the sight of their classmate and teacher awake.

"HOW ARE YOU, KIRISHIMA-KUN?" Ochako was the first to rush to her classmate.

"Fine, just a little migraine. "He said smiling, holding his spiky hairdo.

"They told us what happened. You're amazing!"

"Hahahaha, I just took a hit. That's not amazing."

"I couldn't thank you enough for saving me... Your unbreakable ability is impressively resilient.! The darkness hero was amazed to see his partner complete after receiving that destructive strike.

"Don't worry us like that again! You fool! Fool!" Mina kept ribbing the young man who knew that her words only hid her deep concern at seeing him in that state.

"I'm fine, Mina," he tried to comfort his friend who kept waving her arms.

"By the way... What happened with Ivar and Jorgen? Did we win?"

"Heh... Not a bit, the fight was interrupted by the village leader." Tokoyami clarified.

"Lagertha." Mentioned a familiar voice that approached the group.

General Malakat had finished his task of gathering the Monarchs, heading for the remaining group they asked to see.

"Lagertha?" They all said in unison.

"The former Queen of Valhalla, a fearsome and dangerously powerful woman… She is as strong as she is gentle."

"GENTLE?!" Bakugo couldn't help but burst out in derision.

"She knocked her husband out with one blow..." said Ojiro in a low voice

"And her brother-in-law with one stomp." Shoji ended.

-She punished those who started a fight with you kids." Clarified the general

"The difference in strength is quite evident... They shouldn't have engaged in a conflict with a peaceful group under any circumstances."

The venomous Fish-man gathered the group, making them face each other, capturing their attention. "We apologize for the way things turned out for all of you here," he bowed apologetically.

"You knew we weren't from the past" Deku commented, looking at him seriously, catching the attention of the Aizawa group who were unaware of the Fish-man assumption.

"It was very noticeable during Terkchak's meeting. He noticed it too... It was my mistake; I didn't know that the locals would react that way... I should have escorted you a while longer, but I needed to communicate your presence to the King..."

"Malakat… What's going on?" Iida asked what everyone wanted to know.

"That should be asked to you... You don't know anything about us, nor about your abilities."

"Our history has been erased." Revealed Momo

"As long as your history remains a mystery, they can't scrutinize our intentions... But if they are open to listening... You are poised to present yourselves, signaling the beginning of the trial."

Aizawa, the spokesperson, turned to his students, who appeared uneasy, caught in contemplation, listening to a repeated whisper. "Can you afford us half an hour?"

"I understand... In thirty minutes, I'll come back for an answer." The guard bowed and left the room, leaving them in a state of uneasy anticipation.

"We can't say what happens with their races on the surface." The vocal hero muttered through gritted teeth, still sweating from nerves.

"The king seems sympathetic, he won't judge us based on the actions of others, but on our own," Uraraka attempted to intercede on behalf of the king.

"But as heroes, they will affiliate us with our superiors! Just as Robin did!" Iida objected.

"It's possible... They might be testing us. If they know and expect us to tell the truth," Todoroki expressed seriously.

"I don't think so... The Fish-men and Minks on Japan don't know about the existence of Lemuria, so Lemuria and the surface must be incommunicado," Eraserhead deduced.

"It would be better not to say anything about it," replied Nerumi to his companion, who noticed Aizawa's nervousness.

"What's wrong, Shouta? It's not common to see you like that," the heroine asked worriedly as her partner took out All Might's Vibre Card from his pocket. Observing how it was engulfed in flames until it vanished.