When Ace heard what the boy had told him he had almost fallen over in shock from the news. It couldn't be that since he came to this world that he changed the canon already but if that was true that he had to start moving fast before more weird things started to happen and he wouldn't be able to predict what was gonna happen later in the future. He decided that he would allow the boy to stay aboard the ship until they made their way to Alabasta at that point he would take Crocodile and his whole group down but first, he had a few places to go and see before he made his way across the Grand Line.
Ace then asked the kid " Hey kid, how would you feel about staying on my ship until I take you back home if you do that you wouldn't have to worry about anyone hunting you down or even bothering so what do you say".
The boy with a surprised look across his face jumped out the bed and said: " Yes, so when are we gonna go back to my home don't get me wrong you all seem pretty nice but I really miss my family".
Ace let out a chuckle, "Don't worry about it kid we just have to make a few stops then we will head towards your home". Ace then proceeded then to ruffle the boy's hair and then walked away with a smile across his face. The innocence of a child was something that always brought a smile to Aces face especially since the world was so cruel.
As the men and Ace left the room he ordered for himself and the commanders to meet in the war room. When everyone had arrived he told them that they would be heading to Loguetown to sell some of the things that they had raided from the base and to let the boys blow off some steam.
Capone, Scott, and Colton nodded to him and said that they would inform the crew of his orders and that to make sure to not draw too much attention to themselves. Ace then told them that while they were there that he wanted Colton to stay near the ship to protect it and he wanted Capone to go with his men around town so they could scout out the town and see what information and news were going on in the world.
As for Scott, Ace had told him to accompany him around so they could see what was so great about the town of Gold D. Roger. What he didn't tell them is that he also wanted to see the events of what happened in the manga and anime with Luffy and his crew. There was also the fact that Dragon was also going to be in Loguetown at the same time as them and he wanted to talk with him about a few important things that could end up changing the world drastically if it all worked out right.
Now that plans were set his crew set off for Loguetown and were excited to actually dock at an actual town after being at sea for so long and training like hell.
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A few days later
As Ace had finished his warm-ups while Capone, Scott, and Colton had also finished with their training as well which included hand to hand combat against Ace. They heard the spotter from atop the ship yelling to everyone that he could see Loguetown up ahead and that they would be there extremely soon.
When they finally had docked Ace, Scott, Colton, and Capone all jumped off the ship and went about with their orders given to them. While Colton had to stay and protect the ship that didn't mean he couldn't visit the nearby shops and see what he could find that would interest him. Capone, on the other hand, had gone off with a few of the elite men to see if they could any information on what all was going on since he had been gone for so long personally from the underworld.
While his two commanders were busy with their task Ace and Scott had gone off ahead looking all around the town to have a good time, they began by looking at the local businesses, talking to the pretty woman walking in the street since many of them couldn't help but stop and stare at Ace with lustful eyes as if wanting him to take them into a nearby alley for a fun time.
As for Scott, although he wasn't as good looking as Ace he still had many women coming up to him as well since they had thought they had no chance with Ace. The two guys really started to bond with one another the further they explored and talked to one another, it seemed as though they were building a true friendship and brotherhood with one another as they not only talked how each other grew up but also about their interest, dreams, type of woman, and hopes for the future.
Ace says to Scott: " So Scott how have you enjoyed being a part of my crew?"
Scott smiles towards Ace and says: " At first I hated the idea of working for you but as time past on the island, we all really started to respect your strength and fighting skills. Then when we all saw what you did to that marine we all could do nothing more than admire you from that point. But now after everything you've done to not only make us stronger but also provide for us as well, I can't do anything else but say thank you and pledge to you that I'll always follow you no matter the circumstances".
Ace hearing Scotts promise to always follow him made him feel like he had finally made a real friend in not only this world but ever. Ace then stuck out his hand to shake hands with Scott and tell him: "You won't regret this bud together with Colton, Capone, and the rest of the men we'll all take over this world and accomplish all of our dreams together. An that is something I will promise to you Scott".
Now that they had become friends from spending time together in one of the most famous towns in the manga Ace was ecstatic. He also had plenty of time before Luffy and his crew showed up if his memory was correct he should be here in less than a week. He would inform Capone to start looking for Dragon when they met up at the ship later today. Until then though Ace and Scott would look all around Loguetown and explore all of the backstreets and alleys until they saw everything this town had to offer him and his men.
As they continued to explore Ace could sense that someone was tracking him and Scott. He knew that it had to be only one person looking for a pirate in Loguetown and that was the logia type user Smoker. Just thinking about that guy just made him wish that he could convince him to join his crew but unfortunately, he was too loyal to the marines but who knows maybe sometime in the future he would change his mind.
As Ace and Scott walked around a corner Ace grabbed ahold of Scott and used his devil fruit powers to get them out of their so he wouldn't have to deal with Smoker just yet. As they appeared far away from their previous spot in a matter of seconds Scott asked Ace how come they had fled from the person following them.
Ace responded to him saying "Its not time yet to start trouble her Scott, I'll inform you when we get back to the ship as its confidential information. Just relax and let's enjoy this place while we're here man, no need worrying about it". As Scott heard his captain he nodded and continued to walk around the town with him until Ace decided he wanted to head back to the ship.
Sorry for taking so long with the chapters I'm not dropping the story or anything just busy in real life. Trust me I hate it too when you really get into a story and they don't post for weeks. I'll try to keep updating every couple of days so that way its easier on me and you all still get a story.
Hope you all keep reading and all of your days go well.