Miguel woke up with a start, feeling his heart race. He had to take a few moments to breathe, the nightmare still fresh in his mind.
It was a reminder of his worst memories. The great fire that almost consumed a quarter of his homeland, which was a result of an attack caused by mercenaries who had used a dirty trick to try entering Elysia. It turned out that they were hired by some of the navy extremists who were displeased by the treaty.
He suppressed a shiver as he remembered the death and destruction it caused, even claiming a few of his good friends. Hell, some people were said to have just vanished and they still didn't know what happened.
Knowing he couldn't sleep now, Miguel decided to head up to the deck when...
''Food!''
He blinked at the cry and looked at Luffy, seeing the teen still fast asleep but drooling. It was obvious that he was dreaming about quite a meal. The young man half-smiled, that was just so typical...
He sat back and prepared to meditate, a practice his uncle Caelum showed him that had actually become very handy. Not only did it help him increase his power, but it was also a good way to relax and clear his mind.
This was far from the first time that he had such nightmares but he supposed it wasn't too surprising, given what happened in Little Garden. Not that Miguel regretted his choice though, never. He would have hated to stay back out of his phobia while his friends were in danger. After all, that battle had wound up motivating him and his teacher to up their training. The whole reason he wanted to get stronger was so that he could protect...
After ten minutes, he accessed his personal dimension and brought out a notebook, a pen and a pale yellow crystal. He placed the crystal at his side and focused some magic on his hand before tapping it twice. The crystal began to glow with a soft yellow light and he proceeded to begin writing.
This was an idea his aunt Felicia had suggested to deal with the nightmares, considering how bad they were before, writing really helped Miguel vent and gets his thoughts and feelings in order.
Funnily enough, this was how he learned of a misconception he had for years. His parents had actually told their adventures to a scribe and it was that scribe who chose to write them down and suggested they make it out into a book. His parents had wanted to credit him as the author but the man insisted that it should be the three of them. This lead to their collaboration to make two books and the result was quite a success.
This had inspired his aunt to suggest writing in the first place and Miguel came to find that he enjoyed the practice. He wondered what she's think if he showed her what he put together.
Sanji poked his head out the kitchen, blinking when he saw Miguel walk by ''Oh hey, I wondered who was up and about now. Couldn't sleep?''
''Yeah, pretty much...'' He returned. ''...I'm guessing you're working on breakfast now?''
''Only way to go. You know our shithead captain's going to want food anytime. I swear he's got the nose of a bloodhound.'' The cook muttered, eliciting a bemused look from the quartermaster. ''Anyway, I'm also looking forward to surprising Nami-swan and Vivi-chan with this new recipe. I got too distracted before but now I can't wait to see what that beautiful princess would think of my cooking.''
''Well, for what it's worth, I think you should be expecting good news.''
Sanji grinned and gave him a thumbs up before going back in. Dorry and Broggy had been kind enough to part with treasure they had come across on Little Garden, which used to belong to the humans who sailed here before. They had no problem letting take their share, particularly when Usopp told them about Miguel's work for Elysia.
Silently thanking the giants again, Miguel knew he had an amount good enough to send some over so he decided to do it shortly after breakfast.
Vivi and Carue observed curiously as the assembled treasure disappeared in a flash of purple light before it was replaced by a few boxes that ranged in size along with a long cylinder and a telescope.
Usopp perked up ''Wow, that's the one you told me about?'' Miguel nodded with a smile and the happy sniper proceeded to hold up the item. ''Whoa! It's just like you said, we wouldn't need magic for it.''
''We learn to handle things in our own way but that doesn't always have to include magic.''
''Gotcha, this is pretty cool!''
''Hey, Usopp let me have a look!'' Luffy said.
''Hold on!''
Vivi watched as Miguel sorted the items out and began putting them away ''So you do this to help your home?''
''Yup, recently, they've begun to send me some things like this...I told them they didn't have to go that far.''
''I'd say it's their way of helping you in return. You are working pretty hard to pull off what you did.'' Zoro stated. If he had been in that situation, he'd want to do something too.
Vivi nodded ''That's really impressive, Miguel.''
''Ah, thanks Vivi. It's not a big deal, just something I chose to do for my people and home. They're very dear to me after all.'' He returned.
Vivi smiled, deciding to leave it at that. While he may not see it as anything special, she didn't doubt that the people back in Elysia appreciated his efforts. Going so far to help Elysia recover and prosper was quite a fear. And she understood just what he meant, she was also working for the sake of her home after all.
As it so happened, the princess herself happened to be the first to spot quite a problem a short while later...
''Nami?'' She frowned in concern, watching the navigator lean a little against the mast. ''Is everything all right?''
''Oh, Vivi...'' The orange haired girl blinked. ''...y-yeah, just fine. I...''
The words died in her mouth as she swayed on her feet before she began to collapse, leaving an alarmed Vivi to catch her. The blue haired girl immediately noted the flush on her cheeks and how labored her breathing was, she checked the other girl's temperature and her eyes widened when she felt that it was very high.
''Everyone, come here!'' She called. ''Quickly, Nami's sick!''
They took the navigator to her room and settled her on the bed, leaving her with a cold compress for the moment as they debated what to do.
Usopp frowned ''What caused this?''
''Well, I heard that the ever changing temperatures around the Grand Line has been known to make many sailors ill.'' Vivi mused.
Zoro crossed his arms ''Usopp, did you see any islands nearby?''
''I wish.'' The sniper admitted. ''Even with the new telescope, all I found was sea.''
''Doesn't anyone here have some medical knowledge?'' Vivi inquired.
Luffy and Usopp pointed at Nami and Miguel in response.
The young man in question was already examining the navigator, seeming troubled ''She was doing well before...'' His eyes widened when he saw a particularly swollen bug bite on her side. ''...look at this. I think she wound up getting an infection from Little Garden.''
''Dammit, that really complicates things.'' Sanji cursed. The island was prehistoric after all, who knew where they could find any cure to help her this way?
''Can't Miguel heal her?'' Luffy asked.
''Gee, why didn't we think of that before?'' Sarcasm dripped off Sanji's tone as he retorted. ''Right! Because as he told us before, Miguel can't heal illness! Would we be here if he could?''
''Yeah, it's no good. Plenty of our info on healing magic was lost because of the war...'' Miguel stopped to think before his expression suddenly changed and he headed out.
Luffy blinked ''Hey!''
''Give him a minute, Luffy, he probably figured something out. Anyway, our best bet would be to find a doctor.'' Usopp remarked.
''Yeah, there's definitely doctors in Alabasta, right? How long till we get there?'' Zoro asked Vivi.
''A week, at least...that's too long.''
''How about we feed her a lot?'' Luffy suggested. ''Meat always makes me feel better.''
''It's not that simple, you dope!'' Sanji chided. ''It's true that the right meals help people recover from illness but we need a specialist to know what food to use in the first place. Besides, I always make use the best materials when cooking for the girls. Anything that's rotten or otherwise, goes to you guys.''
''Hey!'' Usopp glared at him.
''Bastard.'' Zoro muttered.
''...You do know that's rather unfair, right?'' Vivi asked disapprovingly.
Unlike them, Luffy didn't seem to mind ''Oh well, it tastes really good anyway...Guys, maybe we're overreacting?''
''Don't know, I've never been sick.'' Usopp and Sanji replied as Zoro headed out.
Vivi's jaw dropped ''Just what are you people?!''
Zoro frowned as headed out, noticing the look on Miguel's face as he came back. That was answer enough to him. After all, Miguel was the only able one with medical experience here. Luffy was wrong, this was bad.
Vivi wound up confirming this a second later We've not overreacting, she shouldn't have such a high fever unless her body's fighting an infection! Whatever's wrong it's possibly life threatening!''
This definitely proved to be the wrong thing to say as it sent the three men before into hysterics.
''YOU MEAN NAMI'S GONNA DIE?!''
''NOOOO!''
''Your screams aren't helping!'' Vivi cried.
''We have to find a doctor now...'' Sanji started.
''All right, stop!'' Miguel cut in. ''How is panicking going to do her any favors? I get that you're worried but at least channel that anxiety into ways to sort this mess out.''
''But how?!'' Sanji and Usopp cried.
''I didn't say I knew how...'' The wizard looked frustrated with himself at this. ''...look, we can at least try looking for the nearest island.''
Zoro knew that was for the best, and so decided to head up and steer the ship since everyone else was here.
''There's no need.'' Everyone started at the familiar voice, turning to see Nami sitting up. ''I'm fine...''
''Oh, she's cured!'' Luffy cheered.
Usopp hit him over the head ''Shut it!''
''Vivi...look at my desk for a newspaper.'' Nami said weakly.
The confused princess proceeded to do so, quickly finding the item. ''...What?!'' She fell to her knees. ''No...''
''Vivi-chan?'' Sanji looked worried.
''This...this says that 3000 of Alabasta's imperial soldiers defected to the Rebel Army and the situation's just getting worse...''
''I got this three days ago.'' Nami admitted. ''I'm sorry I hid it but we can't do much about our speed and I didn't want to worry you. There's nothing anyone can do. You understand right, Luffy?''
''...Things are bad and beyond our control?'' He asked after some thought.
''That sunk in better than I hoped.'' She returned with a smile.
''Yeah, but we need to get you to a doctor, Nami...'' Usopp started to say.
''I'm fine. Look, it's probably a little heat stroke.''
''No, it isn't...'' Miguel began.
''It's okay, really. That thermometer must be broke, no one could have a temperature that high. Appreciate the concern but we need to get to Alabasta.'' She walked up and left the room.
''Wow, she recovered fast...'' Luffy blinked as Miguel hurried after her.
''Isn't it obvious that she's faking?'' Usopp demanded irritably.
Vivi was still staring at the paper ''Now even more blood will be shed throughout the kingdom. We're at war...'' Her eyes began to tear up. ''...If I don't stop this insanity the entire Kingdom of Alabasta will be doomed. Crocodile will move in and seize control! You're trying to get me home safely but there's no time! I need to get there as quickly as possible! If I don't make it back it in time a million innocent citizens will give their lives needlessly!''
''There's a million people there?! Wow!'' Luffy exclaimed.
''Is that seriously all you picked up?!'' Sanji spared him an annoyed look. ''What a horrible burden you have to carry, I'm sorry.''
''Hey, all of you! Get up here!'' Zoro's voice called.
They found Zoro and Nami talking about steering and currently arguing about her state. ''Oi, Nami says we need to change course!''
''But why? The weather's great!'' Usopp pointed out.
''The wind...'' Nami spoke up. ''...there's a powerful wind coming this way.''
Luffy went to check her temperature ''Whoa, ow, you're burning up!''
''I said I'm fine!'' Nami retorted, pushing his hand away.
''No, you should get back to bed!''
''He's right, Nami-san...'' Sanji started while everyone watched her with concern.
''Just listen to me!'' She snapped.
''Okay, hold on. Where's this wind coming?'' Miguel asked.
''Southwest, and it's drawing closer.''
Miguel tapped the board beneath him twice before a red spell circle flashed, elevating the ship off the sea. Glancing at Nami questioningly, she nodded slightly at the unspoken prompt and pointed out another different direction. Taking them a bit away, he canceled the gravity magic and let the ship descend in said direction.
''Now you need to listen to us.'' Miguel said firmly. ''Look, we can take care of things for now. I learned plenty from working with you. You need to rest.''
Nami made to respond but then Vivi's voice cut in ''Everyone, I have a favor to ask you. As a passenger on your ship, it's not my place but I have no choice. My homeland is in jeopardy of being destroyed so I would appreciate it if we could move even faster! Every minute I'm out here, more of my people could be in danger of dying. We need to head to Alabasta at full speed!''
Most exchanged looks while Zoro's eyes narrowed. She wasn't saying...?
''Of course we will. Just like we promised!'' Nami returned.
Vivi smiled ''Which is why we need to find a doctor! It's the best course of action.''
Surprise and relief went all around at this statement and they all knew the princess was right on the berri.
''Right!'' Luffy smiled. ''No one makes the ship move like Nami!''
''That's for sure.'' Miguel agreed.
''Thanks...Vivi...'' Nami collapsed then, prompting Zoro, who was the closest to catch her.
''Nami-san!'' Sanji exclaimed.
''Damn, she's seriously over doing it...'' The swordsman frowned.
''What the hell is that?!'''
Confused, the two looked at Luffy, who was staring at an enormous cyclone that towered over them in the distance. The lightning and wind were so strong that even though they were at a safe distance, the ship was getting tossed around.
''It's a cyclone!''
''It's huge!''
''And it's in the direction we were taking...'' Miguel realized.
''We just missed it...whoa...'' Usopp's jaw dropped. How did Nami even pull this off? She was so sick and just sensed that...amazing.
''Okay, getting back on track now, let's see about finding that doctor.'' Zoro suggested.
''Yeah, let's do it!'' Luffy agreed.
Sanji picked Nami up and took her back to the room. As he settled her back in the bed, he noticed the bowl filled wiht liquid Miguel had brought earlier.
The cook looked at the wizard ''So what is that stuff?''
''A potion to help with the fever.'' He replied. ''Usually it works with things like a cold better but it should at least help regulate her temperature.''
''Nice.'' Sanji nodded. ''You got anything else that could help?''
''Well there's this tea that should help her relax and so sleep better. It just takes a bit longer to be prepare.''
The blond felt a measure of relief at the words, glad to have someone so resourceful at such a dire time ''Gotcha, we've gotta do everything we can here.''
Miguel nodded back and they left, stopping near Usopp and Luffy ''Guys, can you keep lookout for an island?''
Usopp gave a mock salute ''Count on me!''
''Yeah, no problem!'' Luffy added.
''Sanji, given that Nami basically got us on this course, it seems like a pretty good one. Can you keep steering us this way? I'll join you guys when I finish things on my end.'' Miguel stated.
The cook nodded, he might not have taken this well if it were anyone else seeing as they might have come off as orders but Miguel was just asking. Not to mention, he was really playing to his strengths here. That was the kind of thinking he could get behind. ''No problem, just give it your all.''
The four then took off to do the best they can, their situation now more terse than ever.
Eventually, things fell into a somewhat calmer pace. While Luffy took moments to go see Nami, Usopp and Zoro focused on look out. Once Miguel took over navigation, Sanji went to cook and he soon wound up joining Vivi as they checked on Nami.
He was pleased to find that the potion and tea Miguel made were useful, particularly the second, which seemed to help Nami sleep very well. He guessed that the potion was made for general purposes to help with common illnesses so its effect was reduced but at least it seemed to somewhat alleviate the worst of the fever's symptoms.
As the night sky sailed in and things slowed down a little, they had a quiet dinner.
''I hate just sitting like this while Nami-swan's suffering. I can hardly even eat...'' Sanji trailed off.
''Don't be like that. We're doing what we can, remember?'' Vivi returned.
''She's right, we need to be at our best to help fix things. Nami's definitely not going to like it if she gets better and finds one of us in a bad way.'' Miguel added.
''That's true...'' The cook had to admit.
''Hey, can't we dump cold water on her to cool her down?''
Luffy quickly wound up regretting the question as Sanji and Vivi proceeded to punch him so hard he slammed into the wall.
''Serves you right.'' Usopp huffed while Zoro rolled his eyes.
Vivi cleared her throat ''Anyway, the potion and the tea you made really made a difference, Miguel. Are they recipes from Elysia?''
He nodded ''Before I could learn healing magic, I had to take some basic medic training. I actually had the idea to travel and help get funds for a while so I've worked my way to prepare as much as possible.''
''Well, all that preparation definitely come in handy here so far.'' Zoro offered.
''Yeah, hate to think where we'd be if you weren't here.'' Usopp added.
Miguel gave a small smile ''That's nice to hear.''
Later, they returned to visit Nami and eventually all fell asleep there. Nami happened to wake up soon after that, surprised to find her friends by her side. The navigator found herself smiling at the sight as she lay down and closed her eyes, certainly feeling better than before.
The pace remained as it were as the Merry Go traversed the ocean, with the crew members working hard to find an island and hopefully, a doctor.
After a while, things took a turn for the strange when Zoro spotted a man standing on water. But it soon turned out he was actually on top of a submarine. Before they really knew it, he had gotten to the ship.
''Well, this is certainly a lucky find. Do you happen to have an Eternal Pose to Drum Kingdom?'' He asked the group at large.
Usopp blinked ''No...we don't even know where that is.''
Vivi on the other hand was thoughtful, she heard of the name before. Something about this man seemed oddly familiar but she couldn't put her finger on it.
''That's a shame. Oh, well...'' He snapped his fingers and a number of soldiers hurried from the submarine to his side. ''...I'll capitalize on this chance and take all you have!''
Zoro reached for his swords ''Like hell, jackass.''
A short fight followed, and it was abruptly ended when Luffy punched the group's leader so hard that he fell in the water. This caused the soldiers to panic and it turned out to be good reason as the man, who was called Wapol, was a Devil Fruit user. This left them with no choice but to hurry and save him.
''We won't forget this!'' One hollered before they left.
''Who was that weirdo?'' Luffy wondered.
''No clue but at least they're out of our hair.'' Usopp said with a shrug.
It wasn't too long after that when they finally spotted an island...
''Hey, Nami, great news. We've almost reached an island, any minute now!'' Luffy exclaimed happily. ''We'll find a doctor and you're gonna be okay!''
Zoro sighed in exasperation, was he really expecting an answer? She was fast asleep after all. ''We get it, Luffy. Just go outside and look.''
''Yeah!''
The captain grinned as he took in the sights, particularly happy to find that there was snow on the island. He hadn't been around snow in the longest time. This would be great!
He spotted his friends, now all clad in winter gear. ''Hey, guys almost there!''
''Luffy, how are you going about like this?'' Miguel asked.
''Yeah, aren't you cold?'' Usopp added, but Luffy just seemed confused.
''It's ten degrees below zero, that's when bears prepare to hibernate.'' Vivi informed.
They watched as he seemed to think that over before he cried out ''IT'S COLD!''
''Took you long enough!'' Usopp and Sanji cried while Miguel and Vivi sweat dropped as he ran below deck to grab a coat.
''Anyway, looks like we made it, time to decide who wants to go look for a doctor.'' Sanji told everyone. ''I'm definitely going.''
''I'm in!'' Luffy declared as he ran back.
''Me too.'' Miguel added.
''Fine, go have fun!'' Usopp called, and it couldn't be more obvious that he didn't want to go.
Unfortunately, things weren't nearly as simple as they believed it would be.
It looked like someone had spotted their ship approaching the island and immediately noticed the jolly roger. There were a bunch of people gathered at the port, all with weapons at the ready.
One of them stepped up ''That's far enough, pirates! I'll only say this once, your kind isn't welcome here. Leave immediately!''
''We only came here to find a doctor!'' Luffy yelled.
''We have someone who's sick!'' Vivi added.
''Try something else! Like we'd believe that!''
''We're not letting filthy pirates into our island!''
''Yeah, get out of here!''
''Come on!'' Usopp frowned, he could understand concerns because of pirates but the people were making this difficult. They couldn't just leave, they really needed a way to help Nami after all.
It looked like one of the group figured that they weren't about to leave so he aimed his rifle and fired. The shot wound up grazing Sanji's arm, making the cook hiss and recoil in surprise and pain.
''Sanji!'' Luffy scowled and glared at the shooter. ''Why you...''
''Don't!'' Vivi stepped in front of him. ''Everyone calm down, we can't cause trouble now. This will only make it worse!''
The captain's fists clenched ''But they...!''
''You can't retaliate, this isn't the time to fight!''
Miguel thought this over and knew the princess was right. If things kept going like this, the situation would only get worse. This prompted him to act ''We're telling you the truth.'' He proceeded to lower his head, surprising everyone present ''Please, could you at least call a doctor then? Our friend's too weak to get anywhere. If you still refuse to believe it then we'll let you on board to see for yourself. Just please help her!''
Sanji stared at him with wide-eyes, knowing that this couldn't have been easy but he was willing to go the extra mile for Nami. The chef felt his respect for the quartermaster rise at the gesture, not realizing their comrades felt the same.
''Miguel has the right idea,'' Vivi told the crew. ''Fighting won't get us anywhere.'' She bowed as well. ''I beg of you as well, help Nami!''
''Vivi...'' Luffy started.
''You don't deserve to be captain, Luffy.'' The princess cut in harshly. ''We have to think of Nami now!''
''Right, I'm sorry.'' Luffy bowed his head. ''Could you please tell us where a doctor is?''
The tension was so think after that and the group's apparent leader, Dalton, stared at the three, stunned. He spoke after a few moments.
''I'll show you the way. Follow me.''
Dalton took everyone except Zoro and Carue, who elected to stay on the ship to his home. It looked like the man was trusted by many as his acceptance told the people accompanying him that having them wouldn't be a problem.
Once they were settled in his home, he briefly explained about the island. The place used to be known as Drum Kingdom but months ago, they were attacked by pirates lead by a man called Blackbeard. No one could stand in their way and the island's king Wapol fled with all his men and the island's doctors.
Vivi scowled ''So he left you all to die and saved himself?! Such a coward doesn't deserve to be called a king!''
''I couldn't agree more.'' Dalton returned as he served them warm drinks.
Usopp couldn't help but note something odd ''Wait, you said he took the island's doctors, you mean all of them?''
''It's a little complicated. You see, Wapol set things up so that the island's twenty best doctors would work only for him. That way, whenever someone needs their help, they'd have to beg him to have their aid.''
''Are you serious? This guy must have been a huge tyrant!''
''So we can't find a doctor here after all?'' Luffy clarified.
''There...used to be two doctors who refused who to bow to Wapol.'' Dalton's expression darkened for a moment. He went to the window ''Look here, do you see the castle on top of the mountains?'' Luffy nodded and the man went on. ''It's a castle that lost its king and now the island's only doctor lives there.'' He explained. ''Doctor Kureha, the woman who is known as a witch.''
''Eh? So she has magic?'' Usopp wondered.
''No, that title has more to do with her...character.'' The man admitted.
Miguel couldn't help but think...something about this sounded familiar.
''You've gotta be kidding me! Why there? Can you call her or something? We need her to help Nami-san!'' Sanji exclaimed.
''I'm sorry but I'm afraid there's no way to contact her.'' Dalton returned.
''This is one weird doctor.'' Luffy frowned.
''Really, How exactly does she work anyway?'' Vivi added.
The answer came but not from the source they expected. ''She just travels and does what she sees fit.'' Everyone looked at Miguel, surprised. ''At least that's what I heard years ago...that she's sort of like a hermit that would rather not deal with too much people unless it was on her terms.''
''That's...actually surprisingly accurate.'' Dalton admitted. ''Were you here before?''
He shook his head ''My parents were...I thought something about this island was familiar. They came across it before and that doctor's name is mentioned in one of their journals too. They wanted her to do a checkup.''
''That's perfect! Can you remember where they found her?'' Sanji asked.
''It wouldn't make a difference if I did, that was years ago. Anyway, what do you suggest we do, Dalton? We can't leave things like this.''
''Yes...first things first, can you tell us about her?'' Vivi requested.
''Well, she's almost a hundred and forty years old but her medical skills are quite impressive.'' The man started.
''Hundred and forty? How does she even get anywhere?'' Luffy wondered.
''I don't get it, what do you do when people get sick or injured here? Just cross your fingers and hope she comes by?'' Usopp asked.
''I'm afraid you're more or less on the mark. Your friend's right in saying that she's somewhat or a hermit.'' Dalton admitted. ''She comes down from the castle whenever she wants and she looks for patients. She takes everything from their houses after treating them.''
''That doesn't sound good...how did your parents even deal with her?'' Usopp asked Miguel.
''I'm not really sure...''
''It kinda sounds like she's a pirate.'' Luffy remarked.
''I suppose that's true.'' Vivi agreed. ''How is a woman like that able to get down the mountain?''
''It's an odd rumor so I'm not sure but several of the villagers saw her riding a sleigh of some sorts through the sky. They see her silhouette with the moon out, that's when they started calling her a witch. Apparently, she's helped by a creature none of them recognize.''
''If she's a witch then it could be some kind of snow monster!'' Usopp cringed.
''...We need to go.'' Luffy said after a few moments.
''What?!''
''Wait, you can't be serious!'' Usopp exclaimed.
''Actually, I'm going to have to agree with Luffy here.'' Miguel stated. ''If they have to wait for her, then it's just too risky. We don't even know what kind of disease Nami got considering where it happened, whose to say waiting won't make things worse?''
''But...'' Usopp bit his lip.
''I can't argue with that.'' Sanji exhaled. ''Can I assume that unlike our bonehead captain, you have some plan?''
''One.'' Miguel admitted. ''But I'd need help to pull it off, if you guys can help deal with whatever trouble on the way. If we can get close enough to the mountain, I can fly us up the rest of the way.''
''That's all? Easy!'' Luffy exclaimed.
''Yeah, let's do this.'' Sanji declared.
The rest, who could see how determined the were, knew that there was no talking them out of it. They were going to see things through to the end.
Well, let's stop here.
I hope this was good. I like this arc well enough so my only low point was writing about Wapol because man, I forgot how annoying that guy was. As usual, I like to add my own little twist things if I can make it work. Here Kureha has some connections to Elysia partly because of her meeting Miguel's parents. So let's just say she (and by extension Chopper) are pretty well informed about a number of wizards and the situation in Elysia. This will expanded on next chapter.
Anyway, thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed this. Please leave a review if possible, till next time!