Soon, all of the straw hats had went their separate ways to see what London had to offer, all the while the mysterious figure kept an eye on them.

With Zoro

Zoro began to walk in whatever direction he was going, not really caring about where he was going. Didn't mean he was ignorant to the upper class snobs that were making comments about him.

"Urgh, what a gaudy outfit."

"Who does he think he is, that utter gutter trash?"

"And those swords. How uncouth."

"He must be some thug with those scars."

"What gutter did he come from?"

Zoro felt a vein bulge at the comment.

"I CAN HEAR YOU, YOU JACKASSES!" He roared causing the mockers to scatter.

"Honestly...some people."

That was when he came across a shop. One filled with swords. A smile went onto his face.

"Hmmm...I wonder what swords these guys have?" He said. And you never know, he may have some new blades just in case.

As he entered the shop, he saw the owner. A huge man with a muscular build in a lead apron, leather gloves and boots with a messy black beard.

"Hey, you're new in town. How can I help you?" The man asked.

"I was interested in those swords. These are high quality blades."

The blacksmith smirked.

"Thank you. I spent hours on those blades. Wanna take a look?" he said as he directed Zoro to the various broadswords on the wall. Zoro took a hold of one of the blades. The blade in question was a long broadsword with silver steel for the blade and a black hilt. He swung it a bit, testing its weight. It felt unusual as he was more used to katanas than broadswords.

"This is good quality steel. The blade is sharpened and maintained as well. You worked hard on these blades, didn't ya?" he said.

The man laughed. "You better believe it! It was a right pain in the arse to forge them, but they came out well. Why, you interested?"

Zoro was silent as he contemplated the idea.

On one hand, the swords he had with him had personal connections to him and they saved his ass in a lot of situations. Wado Ichimonji was the last gift from Kuina. Sandai Kitetsu was one of the cursed blades and he managed to overpower its curse with his own luck. And there was his latest blade, Enma, the blade that enhanced his Armament Haki to a high degree.

To a swordsman, your swords were your partners.

On the other hand, it would be nice to try out some new blades in case something were to happen to his ones. And he never used broadswords before.

With that in mind, he decided.

"I'll take three of the strongest." He said.

"That'll be these babies." The blacksmith directed him to the three broadswords each with a different coloured hilt. One red, one blue and one white.

"The British Butchers, I call them. That'll be £345."

Zoro's eyes bulged out of his head.

"HOW MUCH?!"

The blacksmith shrugged.

"Hey, they are an elite set. So are ya going to pay up or not?"

Reaching into his hakama, he asked as he fished out some Beli.

"You take beli?"

The blacksmith's eyes narrowed before shrugging.

"Why not. That'll be 62214.30 Beli according to the rates."

Luckily Zoro had 63000 Beli on him and got 785.70 back.

He then left the shop, please with his purchase as he had the blades strapped to his left hip.

"OK, that cost me a lot but, it will be interesting to see how well these blades are in a battle."

All the while, the figure in red looked on from outside the shop window, his eye gleaming.

"Hmmm...interesting. A mix of pride and battle lust..."

Inside one of the clothes shops, Nami was already haggling the owner.

"Come on! This lot for 5000 Beli! Take it or leave it!" She asked the owner.

"Are you insane, you crazy bird?! No way!" he yelled

Nami then grabbed more clothes.

"Fine! Both piles for 4000 Beli!"

"Are you bloody mental?! That's even less!"

Soon, the manager came over to ask what was going on.

"This crazy lady is trying to rip us off!" He said, pointing at Nami.

The manager looked at her with a glare, making a face over the fact she was wearing so little.

"Madam, either you pay the proper total, or you can get lost." He said in a rather snooty voice.

Nami felt irritation build up and decided to relent.

"FIne, how much?" She said.

With a smug grin, he said.

"£900.99"

"This will teach this tramp to intrude onto our shop." He thought but soon Nami took out a large pile of bills from her bikini.

"Sorry, only got £1000. That OK?" She asked.

"Uhhh...Yes." He said in a shocked tone as she paid the man and took the clothes in a large bag. She then left the shop, leaving two gobsmacked employees.

"Heh, they didn't even know I stole their wallets." She said with a snicker as she held two wallets in her hands.

Meanwhile, the mysterious individual was looking through the shop window as he eyed Nami leaving.

"Such a greedy soul. Yet...rather ravishing..." He said with a grin

Usopp was next as he spied an archery ground, where a few people were trying their luck with the bow and arrow.

"Huh. That looks interesting." He said as he approached the grounds.

"Excuse me!' He said as the head turned to see him come across them. 'May I see what you are doing?"

"Oh, we are practicing for the archery tournament in the coming few days." The coach said.

"May I have a try? I myself am a bit of a marksman." He said with a raised nose.

The coach raised a brow but before he could give an answer, one of the archers spoke up.

"Oh, let the chap try. This should be a good laugh." One of them said with all of them laughing snootily.

Usopp took the bow and was having trouble lining up the bow and arrow.

"Oh wow. The gutter trash is having problems with it. Shall we give a proper demonstration?" One asked mockingly.

"Nah, I got it." He said as he pulled the bow and fired. The arrow flew through the air and hit the bullseye.

The snooty archers looked shocked but the coach raised a brow in interest.

"You know what? Let's try this." he said as he then began to line another arrow into the bow and fired. Each time in a rapid fashion with each one hitting the bullseye.

"How's that?"

The young archer's jaws dropped at the skill but the coach looked impressed.

"You have skill. You ever thought about joining us?"

"Sorry. I'm just on holiday right now." He declined politely.

"Very well. At least allow me to gift you the bow and arrows for you." He said.

"I will take that." He said as he accepted the gift and wondered off.

The gentleman watched him leave, with a rather confused look.

"Strange. Yellow and white? Cowardly and brave?"

Sanji was at the food market, seeing the various food they had and he was impressed. Large pieces of beef, chicken, fish and the freshest of fruits and vegetables in the area.

"WOW! Look at this high quality!" He said as he decided to see what they had.

And he was not spoilt for choice.

He was at the butchers and he was introduced to a large cut cow, the meat glistening in the light.

"That is some good meat. I want it." He said.

"How much?" The butcher asked.

"All of it. And the chicken and lamb as well."

Soon he was at the fishmonger and bought ten pieces of large cod and tuna

"That is some fresh fish." He said as he took them as well.

Finally, he went to the fruit and vegetable stand, picking out some fresh produce.

With the food gathered, Sanji decided to leave the area...until he saw a beautiful black-haired woman.

"Why, hello~" He said as he put on his smooth gentleman act.

The figure in red, was looking as he sipped some tea, couldn't help but sweatdrop at his antics.

"Well...I understand why I'm seeing pink for some reason..."

Chopper meanwhile was not feeling happy as he ran for the hills.

Why?

He was being chased by the zookeepers.

"I AM NOT A STRAY ANIMAL! LEAVE ME ALONE!"

Chopper was running on all fours from a group of zookeepers and animal control officers, bullrushing the people in his way.

"GRRR...I HATE THIS PLACE!"

The gentleman in red had to leap out of the way as he saw the sight.

"Well...that was something." He said in a confused tone.

Nico Robin was in the library, reading up on the history of London. Being as this was a city she has never set foot in, her curiosity was peaked. Looking through the books she borrowed, she got a good understanding of the city.

"So, this place is known for its naval power from the strong ships to the many guns it uses...Some strange reason, I don't think this mysterious serial killer is the root cause for why the World Government hadn't tried to place this city under their regime...I wonder why?" She asked as she continued to read.

The figure in red was by the shelves picking out a book as he also started to read all the while he kept an eye on Robin.

"My oh my. Such a delight to see a wonderful maiden. Though why do I also detect hidden bloodlust in her?"

Franky was at a hardware store, looking in awe at the many tools they had.

"HOLY CRAP! THIS IS A SHIPWRIGHT'S PARADISE!" He exclaimed.

"I see you're interested in the tools, right?" A middle-aged man in workman overalls covered in oil said as he walked up.

"Yeah. I'm a shipwright and as a fellow builder, I grew interested in your tools. These are some good quality items you have."

"Why thank you sir. We take pride in making sure all of our tools are up to a high standard. Anything that catches your eye?" He asked.

Franky began to look around to see what they had, and his eyes caught sight on the largest toolbox he could see, filled to the brim with a variety of tools.

Perfect for a cyborg like him.

"That." He said, pointing at the toolbox in question.

"Ahh, the Craftsman deluxe. Perfect." He said as he took the box and went to the till to pay for it.

Afterwards, Franky walked out with a new toy in hand, grinning.

"Man, these babies will be perfect for the ship. Can't wait to try these out."

Meanwhile, the mysterious man had spied Franky as he left.

"A fellow craftsman...interesting..."

A crowd of people were gathered around an area, all moving to the rhythm.

The cause?

Brook had found a grand piano and began to play a jazzy tune. It caught the attention of the people who heard what was being said and began to dance to the rhythm of piano music being played.

"Yes. Now this is more like it. And I appreciate the various donations as well."

Turns out, he was given a lot of notes and coins as he played. He must have been thought to be a busker.

Everyone made lovely comments for him as well

"I love this music."

"He knows how to play the piano exquisitely.

"The skeleton costume is a bit much though."

Brook would've smirked If his face wasn't a skull.

Soon, he finished and he did a bow, taking the cash with him

As he was walking away, he paused.

"Do'h! I should've asked the ladies to show their panties!' He spoke in annoyance before calming down 'Oh well, next time."

Soon the figure in red looked at Brook as he retreated.

"Hmmm...Never thought I would see an actual live skeleton in London."

Jinbei was currently sitting at a nearby café, trying out a nice hot cup of tea. He allowed the sweet flavour to warm him up, but he was aware of the looks he was getting.

"Hmmm...guess this city has never seen a fishman before." He mused.

Suddenly, he was approached by a group of males in black suits with evil grins.

Jinbei, immediately reading their intentions decided to be cordial.

"May I help you?"

"You can. Who the fuck are you, wearing that stupid costume?" One said as they all laughed.

Jinbe's eyes narrowed.

"I am just enjoying the sights. And this tea. I would rather not be disturbed." He said.

"Too bad. Pricks like you don't belong in this city. So, slag off like the blue skinned belland you are." Another added, pouring the tea over his head.

Jinbe was silent but he was fuming. He then stood up as the hooligans began to pale as he towered over them.

"I was enjoying that."

The lead hooligan, with more brawn than brain then tried to threaten him.

"Oi mate. Think your tough? Meet Stanley!" He said as he whipped out a Stanley knife as he pointed the blade at Jinbe, who just looked unimpressed.

"What's wrong? Scared?"

He didn't get to finished as Jinbe slammed a palm into his chest to send him flying. THe gang looked in shock as Jinbe performed a stance.

"You should do well not to underestimate your opponent." he said.

"Fuck it, get him!" One yelled as they all rushed to Jinbe. The shark man blocked an attack with him arm before palm striking the man into a wall. Another slammed a club but it was grabbed before he was slapped away. One tried a headbutt but Jinbe threw the man over his shoulder onto the table. The final one grabbed a brick to try and brain Jinbe but he was ready.

"Five Thousand Tile True Punch!" He yelled as he punched the brick with a water-powered fist that broke it and sent the man flying.

He was about to leave when he sensed the leader getting up, a revolver in his hand.

"YOU FUCKING DIRTY! FUCKING DIRTY!" He yelled as he fired but Jinbe dodged each one without hassle.

Realising that he was on empty, Jinbe rushed to the man and proceeded to unleash a flurry of palm strikes on his chest before slamming him a very far distance as he relaxed his stance.

"And my day has been ruined." He grumbled as he walked away, several others giving him a wide berth.

The man in red was also enjoying his tea as he watched the fight.

"Interesting style...I have never seen that before."

Carrot was busy looking over the city with a sketch book in hand. She was interested in the landscape, sketching the city for the memories. As she was sketching, her pencil broke.

"Aw man." She muttered as she leapt off the building, surprising a few people.

As she went to find something else to draw with, the man in red looked on in intrigue.

"Am I seeing a humanoid rabbit?"

Finally, Yamato decided to simply walk through the city, taking in the sites as she looked around in awe.

"I've never seen a place like this outside of Wano..." She said.

"Come along for the London Tour!"

She heard and saw a tour happening. This may be useful for her.

"Excuse me! Room for one more?" She asked as the guide allowed her to join. In the crowd, the same man in red was there keeping an eye on Yamato.

"Intriguing...She may be an interesting target..."

Soon, all of the Straw Hats had met up in a local bar, discussing what they had seen in the city.

"These guys know their swords. Not like the ones back in the East Blue, though." Zoro said.

"And they have a lot of high quality food as well." Sanji added.

"And from what I gathered, they are a naval powerhouse." Robin said.

"Hmmm...Though that raises the question as to why the World Government wasn't able to add their ranks here." Jinbe asked.

"I think it's due to that serial killer." Usopp said, shivering at meeting the killer in question.

"No, that can't be the only reason. There must be another reason why." Nami said.

Suddenly, Yamato had realised someone was missing.

"Uhhh...guys? Where's Luffy?"

The Straw Hats were silent before someone came in, barging.

"Everyone! You won't believe this! Some kid in a Straw Hat is busy pummeling a gang of thugs! The East Street Demons are getting the shit kicked out of them!"

Everyone looked shocked except for the Straw Hats.

"LUFFY!" They yelled as they rushed out.

"Argh!"

One man was knocked back by a fist from Luffy as everyone watched as the known gang was surrounding the boy, all armed.

"OK! COME AND GET SOME!" He yelled as he began to punch more.

"Get that cunt!" One of them yelled as they tried to rush but Luffy was simply a better fighter, dodging each hits and responding with his own.

As he knocked a bunch out easily, everyone watched in awe and fear as one man took on what was essentially the toughest gang in London.

The leader, a Caucasian skinhead in ripped clothes looked irritated and decided to rush forward with a large knife.

"DIE!" He yelled but Luffy dodged each swing. Grabbing the blade in his hands, he crushed it and did something he would do.

His hand outstretched to a good distance like a rubber band and he twisted his fist like a rifle.

"WHAT THE FUCK?!" The leader yelled but Luffy was ready.

"GUM-GUM RIFLE!" He yelled as he launched his fist to the man's face and sent him flying into the distance.

"THAT'LL TEACH YOU TO TRY AND RUIN MY HAT!" He yelled, making everyone sweat drop.

That was why he picked a fight?!

"LUFFY!"

He was then knocked on the head by Nami, who arrived with the others.

"YOU SERIOSULY GOT INTO A FIGHT?!" She yelled, shaking him.

"I had a good reason! They tried to wreck my hat!" Luffy yelled back.

She calmed down a bit but was no less annoyed.

"Still, you couldn't have done it in private? Everyone now knows what you can do?" Nami said.

"Yeah, not to mention, I never got a chance to try out my new swords." Zoro added.

"Ummm...Not to interrupt but we got company!" Usopp yelled as they saw a bunch of men in navy blue uniforms run to the scene.

"Crap! They may not be marines but I would rather not get in trouble with the law in another city!" Nami squealed.

"LEt's get out of here!" Luffy agreed as they all ran from the scene.

Meanwhile, the man in red had watched the fight with an interested look.

"The largest gang in London. Brought down by such a strange child. And that stretchiness is something is something I have never seen before in my life. And his will...it's so overwhelming..." he said to himself as he began to massage his eye. He tried to scan him but it ended up irritating his eye.

Soon the man left, thoughts in his mind.

"Still...they are nothing like I have ever seen."

He then let a grin show as he walked away.

"This shall be interesting..."

Here is the next chapter of the Einherjar Straw Hats. Here our chaos crew are enjoying the sites of London, getting some new toys along the way while Jack is observing them at a distance.

What may happen next?