The sea water changed its temperature and the wind began to blow incessantly, announcing the proximity to an autumn island. After four long days, it seemed that they would soon reach their destination.

An intrigued look appeared on Bepo's face as he noticed that none of the log pose compasses were pointing at the island, thus revealing that it was one of the few that did possess a magnetic field.

—It seems that this place is not usually visited by outsiders. —Bepo thought to himself, realizing that the island lacked a port.

The pirates ran out excitedly on deck to see the destination where the Vibre Card was pointing. They were speechless by the beauty of their surroundings; the water was extremely crystalline, so much that they could even admire the mollusks that lived in the depths. Nearby, they could see a beautiful island full of white buildings with blue roofs and a luxurious palace at the highest point.

The shallow shore did not allow the Polar Tang to get any closer, so they needed to anchor it in the nearest clearing and continue their journey on foot, enjoying the icy water as in their homeland, causing them a bit of nostalgia. The only one who didn't seem to be so fascinated was the captain, who was feeling slightly weak from the effects of the sea water.

—How troublesome… —He complained wearily.

—Don't you feel weak Yagi-san? —Asked Ikakku, making the blond shook his head in response.

—That's weird, the kairoseki affects you, but not the water. —Uni said.

—Remember he swam back, you idiots!

—WHY SHOULD IT AFFECT ME?

—Devil fruit users are weak against water... It drains their energy and makes them unable to swim.

—Basically, they sink like hammers in the water.

—BUT MY POWER DOES NOT COME FROM A FRUIT. —The hero clarified, being observed out of the corner of his eye by Trafalgar, who was trying to understand the blond's power.

Under the sand, they could notice a delicate gray-scale floor with inlaid glass, which combined with the roofs of the buildings that seemed to be made of glass, reflected the colors of the sea.

Following their way, they could appreciate more closely the beautiful streets decorated with orange trees that carpeted the path with leaves in warm shades leading them towards the interior of the city that seemed to be celebrating out a festival.

—Do you hear that? —Uni asked.

—It's a very comforting song. —They said while blushing.

—Do you think it's a special event today?

—I hope they have food; I'm starving. —Bepo groaned.

A sweet sound drifted through the streets, soothing the uniformed men as they were drawn to the source of the beautiful melody, arriving at a large square where the crowd was gathered around a large fountain filled with flowers and an amorphous statue standing out in the center.

The pirates approached to see what was happening, noticing that inside the fountain was the body of a convalescent old man being attended by what seemed to be relatives while the rest of the people hummed that beautiful song transmitting peace to those present.

—Guys... I don't know what you think, but doesn't this seem a bit...—Asked the boy with the bandana around his neck.

—Tetric... definitely tetric. —said Penguin.

—It looks like they're making a sacrifice.

—ARE THEY SOME KIND OF CULT? —The hero was a bit stunned by what he was seeing.

—Captain, we'd better retreat. —Sachi suggested after listening to the blond's conjecture.

Bepo hummed the same melody that had captivated him.

—Enough, Bepo. —The captain silenced his navigator.

—I'm sorry.

The crowd made way for the bear and thanked him for a few seconds, then continued with their ceremony.

—That was… disturbing —Jean Bart commented as he saw how people kept smiling sweetly at his furry nakama.

—I don't have a good feeling about this, we'd better finish up here quickly. —Monte proposed.

—It's just... Look at them! We can't rely on... on that. —Sachi mumbled, pointing his thumb behind him.

The young brunette took a closer look at the surroundings, a small blue gem was present on some of the buildings, mostly decorated with a bit of silver over the doors. Deciding to head for what appeared to be a restaurant not bearing that gem.

—This place gives me the creeps... —Commented Ikkaku rubbing her arms.

—Is the person we are looking for here? —Sid asked curiously as they entered a small establishment.

—No. First, we need to understand what's going on in this place. —Trafalgar said, as he searched for an empty table for everyone.

The place was cozy; it wasn't very big, but the aroma was very appealing, with a predominant smell of herbs in the food. A short man with light blue hair and a pronounced chin approached, welcoming them.

—Mah mah, what is this? New faces... It's been a long time since we had foreigners. —The little man expressed cheerfully, confirming Bepo's suspicions, the island was not usually visited by strangers.

—Would you like to sit outside or inside?

—Can we get a place inside? I don't want to hear the chants to that dying man.

—Sid... don't be rude. —The young woman scolded.

—Oh, I see you are uncomfortable with the departure ceremony... In that case follow me, I have the perfect place for you. —The man directed them to the back of the place, gathering 5 tables in front of a fountain full of ferns.

—You won't be able to hear the whole event here. —He smiled softly, leaving the menus on the table.

—What kind of sinister ritual is that? —Clione asked curiously.

—Perhaps this is how you, who do not know our traditions perceive it, but there is nothing sinister about it... On the contrary. When someone is seriously ill or weak because of their advanced age, we hold a ceremony to give thanks for their life where we all sing a melody to calm those present... You see, normally the departures are sad... Here in Gaia, we want to keep our community company until the very last moment so that they can leave happy and loved. —The man narrated while arranging the cutlery on the table.

—My name is Lenny and I will be your waiter. —The man introduced himself giving a little bow to the visitors.

—THANKS, YOU'RE VERY KIND MR. LENNY.

—Isn't it a bit awkward to make it public thou? —Asked Penguin.

—It sounds bizarre, but maybe it's because we're not used to it. —The young man with the pompadour tried to defend the locals.

—It sounds like they're romanticizing death.

—It doesn't matter if it's well-intentioned, it still sounds sinister.

—It's like a public execution without violence. —Added Sid

—Oi Oi, you took it out of context way too much. —They all commented, waving their palms in disapproval.

The serene and blushing bear kept humming the melody under his breath, swaying to the rhythm of the song.

—Bepo...

—Sorry...

The man smiled humming it too, being judged with the eyes by the group of pirates.

—It is said, that the song awakens Gaia's guardian, if everyone manages to synchronize their emotions it will give them a second chance of life so they can finish their mission in this realm, otherwise as a thanks, the guardian will keep them company until reaching the afterlife. —He explained, unaffected by the penetrating looks of the criminals.

—Well, that sounds like bullshit. —Complained the freckled being hit by Clione.

—Stop being so rude Sid... But I'll say, it does sound rather fanciful.

—Is it all make-believe or does that guardian work his miracles?

—Shall I offer you some wine from an allied winter island? —Captain nodded to the waiter.

—HE IGNORED US! —Vinny complained offended.

—Sorry, too much chatter and not enough attention... It's not common lately, but it happened a lot in the past... Okay, I'll leave you a few minutes to see what you want to order. —He expressed calmly before leaving.

—DON'T! WAIT! BRING US AN ORDER OF EVERYTHING.

—Will that be enough?

—We'll have more if necessary. —Dictated Jean Bart

—DO WE HAVE ENOUGH MONEY? —He asked worriedly, thinking they would eat and escape.

Everyone looked at the hero with blank stares judging him as if he had said something stupid causing a drop of sweat to slide down his forehead.

—If you're so worried about it, don't eat and that's it. —Sid replied irritated.

—Relax Yagi-san, we have enough money.

—And we'll have more soon. —Sachi celebrated.

—What's the matter captain?... You look kind of distracted.

—He's nervous. —Sachi joked.

—I'm not. —Claimed the captain in annoyance.

_HE IS ANNOYED_ All the uniformed men stretched their arms in the air in surprise at his reaction.

—There is something here that I still don't quite understand. —He exhaled irritated, looking at the fountain that had the same gem that some of the surrounding doors showed.

—Maybe is only decorative, don't give it so much thought Captain. —Bepo commented, accustomed to the fact that Trafalgar could not avoid over analyzing even the smallest details of every place they visited.

Lenny interrupted them by pouring wine into the pirates' glasses, accompanied by a young man with light blue hair similar to that of the waiter who was serving them.

The young blue-haired man began to serve tapas in the center of the table, drawing the attention of the hungry diners who were shivering in a cold sweat in their seats anxious to start feasting.

—Why is no one moving? —He asked Penguin curiously in a low voice.

—As you may have noticed, we always start eating after the captain...

—But Captain doesn't like bread... —Bepo said in tears, impatient to devour the salmon tapas that stood out among the rest of the dishes with their delicate pink color.

—You may begin... —Law ordered serenely as he tried to catch the attention of the man with the pronounced chin, calling him discreetly and getting him to come closer to serve a glass of wine, so he can proceed interrogating him.

—What is the purpose of the gems?

—Oh, isn't that what you're here for? I thought you all were coming for one of them... They are fulfilled promises or "miracles" as the gentleman over there crudely called it.

—Fuwfied Migacols? —Vinny asked with his mouth full, causing a repulsion expression on the blue-haired man.

—If it is not too much indiscretion... You do not come for the ceremony, nor in search of help... What brings you to Gaia?

—It is for help... I need a... —Confessed the blond being silenced by the penetrating gaze of the captain.

—Yagi... You reek desperation. —Sachi complained with his mouth full

—Kukuku~ Looks like you came to the right place by accident.

—What do you mean by promises?

—When we can't solve things on our own, we go to Oka-sama ruler of Gaia, she will do her best to fulfill her promise, if succeeded, she gives a gem as a memento… That is the treasure of our nation. Although its value is high because it only exists on this island, we consider its message even more valuable... So, all the gems you see on display are promises fulfilled. —He pointed to a medium-sized gem in the center of his fountain.

—The size represents the complexity of the request.

The hero looked hopefully at the gem embedded in the fountain.

—I HOPE MY QUESTION IS NOT TOO INVASIVE, BUT... WHAT DID YOU WISH FOR?

—My son... —He turned to see the young waiter who was trying to balance the dishes on his arms.

—My son worked on the merchant ship that supplies Gaia... A year ago, the ship was attacked and robbed by pirates, we lost everything including the workers. The older men were killed and the younger ones were sold as slaves. When I had no news of my son, I went to ask Oka-sama for help, and a week later they not only brought all the young ones back safe, but also the ship and product compensating the one that was stolen... —The man smiled with his crystalline eyes trying to wipe his tears with his fingers, being observed by his son who was finishing handing out the dishes to the pirates.

—To display the gem in our homes or businesses is how we show gratitude towards Gaia and Oka-sama.

—Going to her is a last resort. —The blue-haired young man continued, hugging his father to calm him down.

—Well, Gaia must be pretty fucked up for all the houses to have their filthy stone. —The freckled one chuckled, being slammed against the table by Penguin.

—Behave yourself, rookie!

—DO YOU THINK SHE WILL GRANT US HELP?

—It's weird... Only a select group of people from the outside can come to make a request with an invitation... But you... —Said the man who was interrupted by his first born.

—If you made it, it means that you are one of the chosen few. —He continued smiling, taking his father to the kitchen to cheer him up a little.

—Oka-sama doesn't really like visitors, but she knows when help is needed, so there is a probability that you will be welcome.

—Don't get excited Toshinori-ya... We have bad reputation with the person we are looking for, if the Oracle is helping the Gaia's ruler don't expect to receive any help from Oka-ya. —Confessed Trafalgar selecting a dish with a large steak being followed by his nakamas handing out dishes at random.

—Maybe you should go alone... —Suggested Clione pointing with a chicken leg at him.

—I doubt help will be granted without even knowing who he is. —Added Sachi.

—Yeah, because the oracle will be pleased to help Yagi knowing he's coming with us... —Penguin said sarcastically.

—Ouch... Touché...

—Truth hurts...

—It's known we're here and hasn't done anything about it, that should be a good sign.

—BEPO SAN HOW ARE YOU SO SURE?

—Eto... Captain? —The bear asked nervously as he had spoken too much.

—The Oracle specialty is observation haki. —Replied Trafalgar.

—It's been trained it all its life and...

—Oh boy, it has been a really long life! —Interrupted Sachi being intimidated by the gaze of some of the people present.

—I'll... shut up.

—WHAT DO YOU MEAN?

—We prefer not to go deeper into the subject out of respect, but for knowledge and contacts... Is the right person to help you out All Might. —Penguin replied, licking his fingers after stealing food from another plate.

—And if we don't, the miracles of Mrs. Oka-Sama still an option. —Said Sid mockingly.

—Finish your dishes so we can visit this Oka-ya. —Trafalgar ordered.

—Captain, I don't think we should all go, there are several who don't even know who Oracle is. —Suggested his furry friend.

—WAIT, YOU WILL GO TOO? IF YOU ARE ON BAD TERMS, I THINK IT WOULD BE BETTER FOR ME TO GO ALONE.

—If you go alone there is less probability that they will want to receive you... "They" doesn't trust anyone, and does its best not to interact with people... —He paused hesitantly to continue sharing information, discreetly looking out of the corner of his eye at the empty surroundings.

The Oracle doesn't have an identity and always finds a way to change its appearance... It's impossible to make contact other by vibe card or specifically sought by "Them", That's why if "They" don't perceive us, there won't be any contact.

—By "They"… you mean?

—No one never knows how, he or she looks like…

—I don't quite understand... If the Oracle hates you, why would they receive you? —Jean Bart asked curiously, attentive to the story they always avoided even mentioning.

—"They" needed captain's ability to change bodies. —Bepo answered.

—SO... IT DOESN'T HAVE ANY BODY-SWITCHING KIND OF QUIRK?

—Again, with the quirk shit secretary... It's called Devil's fruit!

—Oracle doesn't have any "Quirk" but usually seeks to make some exchange with fruit users that allows change gender, body, age or appearance. —Completed the information, Clione.

—Captain exchanged its body about… like four times?

—Sounds like he or she owes captain several favors, it can't refuse to help Yagi-san. —Ikkaku encouraged.

—It's more complicated than that. —Bepo scratched his head.

—Oh, is it time already? —He added as the bear saw the captain grab his nodachi and head for the exit.

The tattooed young man left the establishment guided by the vibre card in his hand that pointed to the great palace at the peak, being stopped by the projection of some shadows behind him indicating who would be the companions of this uncomfortable meeting.

—WHAT ABOUT THE OTHERS?

—They will wait for us here until we finish...—The young pirate answered his question.

—Do you think it is appropriate for us to go? —Asked Penguin nervously.

—Aye Aye, I just want to make sure it's okay...

—You know they won't look like the last time we met.

—Maybe this time it's an old man.

—Or a rat digging around in the palace. —Sachi joked, wiggling the fingers of his hands as if he wanted to squeeze something in the air.

—A scavenging animal fits better. —Penguin continued mocking.

—It doesn't matter, as long as it's happy and well, that's enough for me. —Bepo said with a twinkle in his eye.

—HOW NOBLE YOUNG BEPO. —He smiled at his friend's words.

The five followed the path surrounded by vibrant red maple trees to the opulent white palace with its beautiful crystal ceilings and huge stained-glass windows that reflected different shades of the sky, leaving the group of pirates speechless, who were waiting in front of large double doors of cerulean blue blocking their way.

The uniformed men did not know what to do, they could not enter just like that… and they did not know if they should knock or wait for an invitation.

Their thoughts were interrupted by the creaking of the huge doors that were opened in front of them.

—Come in... They are waiting for you. —A young red fox Mink wearing a long white suit like his surroundings invited.

—Ah! Garchuuuu! —Bepo greeted excitedly when he saw another Mink in front of him.

—Garchu —He replied softly with a broad smile on his face.

—Garchu? —The blond joined in in confusion.

—Garchu... Ehm... we're looking for...

—Five… —The young fox reported through his den-den mushi, observing his fellow Mink for a few seconds.

—Individuals entering to the throne room. —The Mink completed, leaving the orca-hatted man half-hearted in his words.

—This way please. —The fox turned around to continue on his way without stopping.

—We hope you to continue your visit in a non-hostile manner, the use of weapons and powers are strictly forbidden.

—WE ARE NOT HERE TO CAUSE TROUBLE.

—We know, but being the first pirates to be received you must understand that retaliation will be taken in case of any sign of aggression.

—You heard him guys... any sign of aggression... behave yourselves. —Bepo scolded his nakamas.

_PURU PURU PURU PURU_

_CACHA_

—Moshi-Moshi

—Hirune-san, I understand you reported five people, but it seems you are being accompanied by twelve... Is everything in order? —The young fox paused at the statement of his partner on line, making the uniformed men nervous, especially the hero who carries with him the will of the former OFA holders.

—Confirmed… At a glance they are five... What proceed? —He said with a serene voice and expression.

—Wait a moment...—Answered the sharp-toothed snail.

—We are fucked... —Sachi whispered.

—We were so close... —Penguin said quietly.

—Maybe if I explain to them what's going on, they will let us pass...—The blond joined in the whispering.

The doors that connected to the next room opened, letting in 2 intimidating 4-meter tiger shark mermen carrying in their hands 2 big spears.

—Ca... captain? —Asked Bepo nervously.

—No weapons... no devil fruit powers... —Law replied calmly without changing his relaxed posture.

—Go ahead... —Said the twins mermen in unison with their heads held high, resting their spears on the ground.

—The Mink confirmed, wagging his ears and tail in approval, leading them into the throne room.

The room was white in its entirety with orange floral arrangements on the carved columns that supported the structure, the main stained-glass window illuminated the entire room projecting blue shades in the center of the hallway torwards 2 empty thrones.

The abrupt change of illumination momentarily blinded the small group of guests, barely noticing the two individuals receiving them in the center of the hall, both with a perfect posture showing gallantry with their heads held high.

The group could feel the older nobleman's intimidating stare criticizing every flaw of the 5 travelers without saying a word. The man of slim build and impeccable presence hid his annoyed expression under his perfectly groomed mustache and abundant eyebrows.

Accompanying the refined and angry noble was a delicate woman of young appearance, wearing a relaxed expressionless face keeping her eyes closed to show off the golden eyeliner that combined with a splendid buyao wearing the famous encrusted gems that held her long white hair tied in two pigtails forming an elongated heart on top of her head.

Both nobles completely concealed their bodies with their clothes, the arrogant aristocrat wore a fine white coat with gold thread embroidery and gems on its buttons, highlighting his elegant blue dress-pants, while his companion wore a loose white dress with long sleeves that covered from her neck to her feet, wearing as the only accessory a tight golden corset to accentuate her figure.

—Oka...sama... —Whispered the blond feeling intimidated by the presence of both aristocrats.

—It can't be... Why does she look like that? —Said Penguin worriedly.

—What's wrong?

—She's exposing her true identity... Something must be wrong... —He said suspiciously.

The hero fixed his eyes on the captain, he was not able to understand what was going on in his mind, his expressions were hidden under his plush cap, while his nakamas looked clearly uneasy.

Nobody said a word, the atmosphere felt heavier and heavier, the old noble did not stop judging them, while the young woman seemed to be lifeless... All Might did not know how or whom to make his request, neither of them seemed to care about helping them.

—Is it just me... or don't you want to see us? —The irreverent Sachi broke the silence.

—Oka-sama should not even present herself in front of people as vulgar as you... Her attention will only be granted to matters of importance. —The noble protested indignantly.

—I don't know why she agreed to listen to you, so say what you have to say and leave...

All Might swallowed saliva feeling a shiver through his boy as the captain gave him a cold look, making him understand that he had to speak.

—YOUR MAJESTY...

—She's not a queen, dumbass. —Sachi lowered the blond's spirits, making him even more nervous.

—Sachi, what did we say about behaving? —Bepo scolded.

Toshinori took a deep breath trying to organize his thoughts.

—MY NAME IS YAGI TOSHINORI FROM TOKYO, BETTER KNOWN AS ALL MIGHT IN MY PROFESSION. WE HAVE COME A LONG WAY LOOKING FOR THE ANSWER TO ONE QUESTION, HOW CAN I RETURN HOME?

He paused for a few moments to observe Oka-sama who remained inert, no stone in her accessories was moving, showing that she was not making even the slightest movement, as if she were a statue... _Is she even alive?_ He turned his attention to the old man at his side noticing that he looked undoubtedly enraged, making him even more uneasy.

—I DON'T... I DON'T BELONG TO THIS WORLD, ONE MOMENT I WAS PROTECTING MY CITY FROM VILLAINS AND SUDDENLY I WAS ON AN ISLAND WITH ANTIQUATED ARCHITECTURE AND TECHNOLOGY. I DON'T REALLY KNOW WHAT HAPPENED! It was all so sudden... —Both nobles were oblivious to his explanation discouraging the hero who unexpectedly felt a nudge from Bepo encouraging him to continue.

—IN MY WORLD... I FELT A PRESENCE THAT DIRECTED ME TO A BLACK CLOAK THAT TRANSFORMED INTO SOMETHING LIKE A CLOUD OF ASHES.

The young woman opened her eyes devoting her full attention to the blond who continued with his explanation.

—IT COVERED ME COMPLETELY AND WHEN IT DISSIPATED, I WAS NO LONGER ON MY... —All Might stopped as he noticed that the young woman was looking directly at him with her big turquoise eyes.

—Holy Shit, she still alive! —Penguin thought to himself as he pressed his chest letting out a big breath, trying to relax.

The nobleman's face began to turn red as he saw that the ruffians had caught the young woman's interest.

—Oka-sama won't answer that nonsense question. —Dictated the man trying to regain his composure.

The young maiden took a delicate step forward away from her advisor's side, a movement that provoked no sound. Her sudden act angered the noble who tried to interpose himself before the request of the muscular stranger, being silenced by a second step that caused all the accessories of the ornament in the girl's hair to collide with each other, freezing his subordinate.

Her communication was entirely non-verbal, breaking behavioral protocol by stepping away from his side. The man understood that he had no control over the situation being incensed by it.

—THIS IS AN OUTRAGE! I DEFY YOU! —He raised his voice in anger.

—If what you need is transportation, we will assign you a ship or a guide and do with it as you wish, Oka-sama agreed to assign you your route. —Said the noble trying to get rid of the pirates.

—You are not understanding, it is not a road that we can find here. —Bepo tried to talk calmly.

—WHAT PART OF NOT OF THIS WORLD DON'T YOU UNDERSTAND? —grumbled Penguin.

—Captain, let's go... these idiots must chew water. —The insolent Sachi continued to add fuel to the fire, addressing his superior who remained motionless observing the development of the audience.

—YOUNG SACHI, YOU ARE ONLY MAKING IT WORSE.

Trafalgar ignored the behavior of both sides and decided to speak without caring about the consequences.

—Toshinori-ya Is a first-class hero who wants to make a difference in his world... I think you will understand his position. —Said the captain while resting his hand on the hero's shoulder.

The white-haired maiden changed her gaze to an endearing one, slowly closing her eyes. One of her hands began to change position, slightly raising her arm so she could show her palm to her advisor who was still raging about all the etiquette protocols she had broken.

Without moving from her position, she gave the noble a distressed look for his rude behavior in front of the guests, showing him 3 fingers.

—3 minutes! That is outrageous... Unquestionable.

The young woman crossed two fingers of her other hand without taking her eyes off him.

—I CAN NOT ALLOW YOU 30 MINUTES OF TALK, IT SHOULDN'T EVEN BE 3!

The tension was so palpable that it could be cut with a knife, seeing that the woman would not yield, he could do nothing but desist to stop her.

—30 minutes, no one can enter my lady. —He reluctantly resigned, leaving them alone at the throne room.

—I thought you had your dogs well trained, but I see it's the other way around. —Sachi protested.

—Because of that kind of comments, I didn't want to bring you along Sachi. —Confessed the bear.

The girl opened her eyes and sighed making her accessories to tinkle, causing the door to burst open with the noble behind them suddenly appearing.

—My Lady! Are you all right?! Don't forget your posture! —That's enough, time's up!

—JUST GO AWAY! —The captain shouted fed up, giving him a murderous look.

Trafalgar had been wanting to make the old man disappear for a while, but that could ruin Yagi's chance.

Everyone present was grateful to the captain, including the maiden.

—Mister All Might, what are you willing sacrifice to return home? —The white-haired girl returned to her perfect posture.

—Yue-chan, do you know how to help him? —Penguin asked worriedly.

—Eto... Oka-sama?

The girl ignored Penguin's words and continued without answering or looking at them.

—Great... Act like as we're not here! —Penguin snorted with his arms crossed in annoyance.

—WHATEVER IT TAKES.

—You need to sacrifice the life of an innocent. —She declared with her expressionless face leaving everyone speechless.

—I REFUSE, THERE MUST BE ANOTHER WAY.

—You can waste your whole life looking for the power that caused your arrival… You won't find it on surface... Leaving the only option to look for it directly in the underworld.

—Underworld... —Her words caught the Law's attention.

—So Mr. All Might... Are you willing to sacrifice the life of an innocent?

—Come on secretary, a pirate, you go back home and we keep the reward. —Said Sachi being silenced by the big man's hand indicating him to stop.

—I REFUSE... NO LIFE DESERVES TO BE SACRIFICED NO MATTER THE REASON.

—Stupid... she said innocent life.

—THANK YOU, MISS OKA-SAMA. I REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR TIME AND I APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE. —The blond bowed, clenching his fists in helplessness as he knew the solution required committing this despicable act.

The young woman's lips evoked a smile, finally showing expression.

—A hero pure of heart...How unusual —Oka uttered softly as she witnessed what she thought was extinct.

—Was it a test? —The bear asked animatedly.

—Sorry. It wasn't. —She replied in sorrow.

—What if we get the sacrifice?

—ENOUGH! IT'S NOT NECESSARY.

—I'm sorry.

—NO BEPO SAN, I DIDN'T MEAN TO OFFEND YOU.

—Is there another way to return him back home? —Questioned the navigator.

—If you don't want to help us, it doesn't matter, do it for him. —Asked Penguin.

The noble was lost in thought, hesitating to answer.

—I'm sorry. —The maiden looked away in embarrassment.

—Well... this was a waste of time... —Concluded the captain indicating his nakamas the retreat as he perceived that she was hiding a second alternative.

—You seem well, I'm thankful that you all are okay. —She blushed with a sincere smile, holding her hand to her heart before they left the room.

—AAAAWWWWWWWWW~~~~ —The pirates blushed, making a goofy pose at the young woman's words.

—I would be glad to end your lives personally. —The delicate lady smiled from ear to ear with her cheeks flushed.

The captain hid his smile under the shadow of his cap when he heard the threat.

—Bring it on Biatch! —Penguin warned, getting carried away by the girl's attempt at intimidation.

—Just try it, you slut! —Sachi continued rudely, raising his fists.

—Yue-chan... —Said Bepo with his eyes watering.

The three goofs made a ruckus, making the maiden laugh at the provocations, for then gradually erased her smile, returning to his expressionless face.

—Trafalgar... —She called for his attention with his serene voice before retreating.

—Punk Hazard... There you will find the SAD laboratory run by Cesar Clown. You must return to the entrance of the red line, from there it is a 2-day trip, take as a reference the route of greater risk, the island does not have a magnetic field so it is somewhat complicated to reach it. —The captain withdrew with a grim smirk on his face, helping the hero had rewarded him with just the information he needed.

—What was that? —They wondered in confusion

—SHE DIDN'T HATE US. —Bepo cheered.

—It's good to know she's okay.

—Yes... Before she is controlled by that old man again. —Said Sachi.

The contrast in mood between the hero and the pirates was abysmal, the blond was followed by a dark aura of depression after getting his answer, while the young men celebrated having joked with what they thought was a lost friendship.

—Ehm... Yagi... There must be another way... —Encouraged Sachi taking him by the shoulder.

—The Oracle doesn't know everything...— Penguin joined them.

—What if we go to the underworld... What did he mean by that by the way? Is it literal or is it like the organization or an island? —Bepo wondered in his role as navigator.

—We should ask her again what the fuck she meant by that.

—No. If she didn't detail it is because Toshinori-ya wouldn't will to comply with the requirement.

Those words increased the hero's depressive aura.

—Wait pirates! —The fox called out to them, slipping from his excessive speed.

—This is yours. —The mink handed them a small blue gem from the girl's hair ornament.

—Why did she give us this? She didn't help us at all.

—The location of the SAD laboratory... —The dark-haired man answered, observing the small gem glowing different shades of blue inside, handing it to Bepo for safekeeping.

—If you don't want it, you can sell it. We have boutiques near the square... Oka-sama said that "the putrid stench of the tallow coming from your hats reached here before anchoring, so it won't come off…" —The Mink paused nervously, erasing his mocking expression when he saw the veins popping on the forehead of the captain who tightened his grip on his nodachi.

—GARCHU! —He quickly rubbed his cheeks with everyone except the captain who he preferred to avoid for then retreated.

—They make a good choice, not to letting her speak...—Penguin commented irritated.

The small group joined the rest back at the restaurant where they were celebrating with liquor.

—Oi, oi, How did it go? —Asked Vinny.

—It seems it went bad... —Jean Bart replied, looking at the shattered hero.

—Oops... We'll have Yagi for a while. —Their comments couldn't break the poor hero anymore.

—What did the Oracle tell him? —He asked in a low voice Monte

—THAT WE MUST SEARCH FOR THE POWER AT THE UNDERWORLD

—And what does that mean?

—That he's fucked. —Sid clarified.

—It means that we must look for a route to reach the underworld. —Ikkaku tried to encourage him by patting the hero's dirty hair.

—THANK YOU MISS, I WOULD LIKE TO BELIEVE THAT THERE IS ANOTHER WAY TO GET THERE. —He answered dejectedly.

—There must be... The new world is full of mysteries. —Bepo joined in the encouragement, giving him a little hope.

—You're right... As they said... Yue doesn't know everything. —He said a little more encouraged.

—Ah! Did you see Yue? —Asked Clione surprised.

—Don't say her name in public you damn idiots! —Complained Sachi

—How does "they" look now? —Vinny joined in.

—Same as when we split up.

—Shit…That's... that's not good.

—She looks miserable. —Added Penguin.

—She always lives for others, until she makes herself a priority, she'll continue to have a shitty life. —Uni concluded.

—What if we kidnap her? —Several uniformed men conspired.

—That way she could guide us where we need to go. —Said Sid with a chuckle, turning to look at the hero with his fingers in a victory pose.

—I'd like a girly partner in crime. —Ikkaku encouraged

—IMPOSSIBLE, THE ORACLE SHOULD NOT TRAVEL WITH US AGAIN! —Protested the majority with their arms simulating a cross.

—Let her be, she chose this life... At least she is safe here. —The captain ended the subject.

—YOUNG TRAFALGAR, HOW DID SOMEONE SO IMPORTANT END UP ON YOUR SHIP?

—To avoid going into details, Yue-ya had a deal with pirates to buy the Ope-Ope no mi, which as you will see ended up in my possession. Losing her chance, she sought out the user to assassinate him and claim the fruit, but didn't expect the new user to be a child, so she gave up.

—She introduced herself a few years ago when our name became known in the Grans Line, and she didn't seem happy that the bearer was a pirate, but we ended up making a deal... Unlimited information for the use of my power. To make sure if I would help her, she traveled with us for a while.

Jean Bart, Ikkaku, Monte, Klein, Sid and Yagi were attentive to the story as their nakamas always avoided the subject of who cannot be named.

—What we didn't knew was that she was scavenging around waiting for the captain to be killed during the trip... Sometimes she would lead us into trouble on purpose. —Uni explained.

—That bitch was just waiting for him to grow up and kill him like a pig in a slaughterhouse. —Sid commented, banging his jar against the table as he listened to what his nakama was saying.

—She finally revealed to us why she wanted to use my ability for... Something noble and stupid...

—Just like you Yagi —Klein slapped his palm on the hero's back.

—OI! —Toshinori complained, sprouting veins on his forehead.

—We learned during the trip that "Yue" must not die, so exposing her to danger was out of the question.

—We were not going to let anything happen to her, so we tried to leave her behind several times, but always make her way back... —Penguin said.

—Like Bepo's fleas.

—OI! -complained the annoyed bear, sprouting veins of anger.

—Yagi, maybe you have fleas from the time Bepo hugged you. —The shy masked man brought up the subject.

—She got seriously wounded the day she turned herself in to defend us... Part of the deal was that she was not to get involved in our affairs. —Clione continued as Law took advantage of his comrades' interruption to pour himself a drink.

—After stabilizing her we abandon her in a hospital still unconscious, and ever since we lost contact... We managed to get a vibre card before leaving to make sure she was out of danger. —Said the captain nonchalantly, finishing his confession with a shot of whiskey.

—HE MENTIONS IT AS IF IT WERE NOTHING

—THAT EXPLAINS WHY YOU WERE SO SURE SHE HATED YOU...

—Right! He doesn't hate us! —Bepo cheerly said

—It's not like we care much about it.

—I'm sorry.

A crowd entered the restaurant calling Lenny and his team, who quickly left their tasks to leave the establishment.

—OI OI WAIT LENNY-SAN, WHERE ARE YOU GOING? HOW MUCH IS IT GOING TO BE?

—Your bill has been settled before you arrived. —He answered, hurrying to leave with his employees.

—How strange... Is this another one of his weird traditions?

Murmurs began to be heard in the surrounding area as people seemed to gather in the same place.

The cheerful bear began to hum the lullaby again...

—Bepo stop it...

—I can't help it, this time it sounds louder and it's very comforting. —He expressed with his eyes closed, lulling himself to sleep in the same place.

Trafalgar felt a familiar "voice" begin to fade away, feeling his body temperature rise as he assumed the worst. One of his hands slapped the table to stand up while the other fumbled in his pocket, pulling from it the vibre card being consumed in embers.

—SHIT. —The brunet rushed out of the restaurant heading to the square being followed by his nakamas.

Moving through the crowd this time was impossible, the crowd was immense, everyone was holding each other by the shoulders impeding the passage, swaying from one side to the other humming the lullaby in perfect synchrony.

—ROOM!

A sphere formed around the small square exchanging the people in front for the group of pirates, managing to witness the event that made them feel goosebumps all over their bodies.

Inside the fountain, under the amorphous statue was the maiden seated in seiza maintaining her perfect posture with her impeccable costume, using a little voice to direct the lullaby, her expression was peaceful keeping her eyes closed and hands hidden. Her body rested on the petals covered with blood flowing from her sleeves. The inhabitants were calm like the girl, all preparing for her departure, with the exception of the pirate band present who could not accept this.

—THAT IDIOT! —The captain shouted angrily.

—BUT WHY?

—THE SACRIFICE! —Concluded the trio.

—SCAN —The pirate took his nodachi to identify the young girl's blood.

—STERILIZATION —The blood accumulated in a small sphere being separated from any foreign body that had contact with it.

The brunet's body began to burn inside as the girl's voice stopped sounding in its entirety.

The instincts of All Might manifested making his body move by itself for the next-to-be-corpse, so he could take it to the submarine that had the complete equipment to be able to treat it.

The moment the blond's hands made contact with the girl, the white statue changed color and disintegrated into a black sand that completely covered both bodies.

—TOSHINORI-YA! YUE!

—SHAMBLES! —In front of him fell the ornament of gems that the maiden wore in her hair, everything vanished in front of the spectators leaving the fountain basin with only the flowers inside.

The eyes of the crew were despairing, their captain had a blank expression, they were unable to process what had happened. Trafalgar slowly descended to the floor taking the buyao that until a few seconds ago the young woman was wearing, squeezing his hands tightly hurting his hands, spilling blood without caring about the damage.

—Yagi-san... Yue-chan... —Bepo fell on his knees not understanding what had happened.

—DAMN IT! —Law shouted feeling his voice tearing his throat simultaneously to the vibre card disappearing completely.

They abandoned the lady away to protect her, only for her to take her own life on their reunion.


Sundancer here:

From this chapter onwards, all of them will have relevant data that will help in the development of the second part.
We are half way through... And i just need to translate 5 more to finish the first part. ^u^

Kasania11: It won't be easy, if he ever learns it... or survives the training.