New World, Natsu Island.
Natsu Island is one of the islands under the control of the Akagami pirate group known as one of the Sea Emperors in the New World. The Akagami pirate group is a pirate group that is different from the pirate group in general. They don't have the desire to loot or anything like a typical pirate group. This group of pirates wants more adventure.
At this time there was a guest who was quite familiar visited the basecamp of the Akagami pirate group.
"Yo! Eagle Eyes, what business have you come here for?"
The guest who came to visit the basecamp of the Akagami pirate group was the Eagle Eyes Shichibukai Dracule Mihawk. Dracule Mihawk is dubbed the best swordsman in the world even his own strength can be compared to Akagami No Shanks.
Mihawk has the appearance of a tall, slender body, with black hair, white skin, and white skin. Mihawk has a neatly trimmed mustache, wears clothes that are open to the front of his body, long pants, eats boots, and carries a large black sword on his back known to the world of the sword as Yoru.
One of the swords classified as Saijo O Wazamono.
"As usual. You guys are a very relaxed group" Mihawk gave a slight comment, "I came here because I wanted to ask you for some drinks"
"Drink?" Shanks asked confusedly.
Akagami Shanks has the appearance of a tall body, with slightly tanned skin. He has a claw scar on his left eye, as well as red hair. Shanks usually wears a white shirt, pants with floral prints down to his knees, wears flip-flops, and often carries a sword with him.
The sword owned by Shanks is named Griffin. The sword itself is classified as one of Saijo O Wazamono. The class is the same as Mihawk's Yoru sword.
"I just finished receiving a battle offer from a stupid swordsman and at the moment I want to return home to rest. I was short of drinks when I got back and I was lucky to see you here" Mihawk replied calmly without any fear whatsoever.
"Ah, I see." Shanks immediately smirked and it made Mihawk feel something bad was going to happen.
"I see, so, I see, Eagle Eyes" Shanks laughed excitedly as he stood up then patted Mihawk's shoulder excitedly then wrapped his arm around Mihawk's shoulder, "Since you said so, Eagle Eyes..." Shanks' smile was wider than before, "I don't think so. I can just let you go…"
"Everything! Bring out the drinks and food we have! We're going to party!"
"Oh!" His entire crew shouted with excitement.
While the other cadres smirked because they had previously been looking for an excuse to have a party except for Ben Backman who just sighed at the actions of the captain and his friends.
Ben Backman is a tall, muscular man. Ben Backman has an X scar on the left side of his face and often carries a shotgun.
"Boss! What's the reason we started the party this time?! Also, you're drunk. You need to stop drinking, Boss!" Lucky Roo shouted excitedly.
"Stupid! Roo. Do you think Boss will listen to you? Even if he is asked by Hongo to stop him, Boss won't stop" Limejuice said with a smirk then continued, "Hey, Bonk, Monster. Get the instrument out! We have to dance with passion."
"Don't worry. We already prepared it without you saying anything at all." Bonk Punch said excitedly followed by the monsters that were there also ready to play music.
Mihawk, who had entered the circle, could only sigh in resignation. Because he was sure he would not be separated from the party no matter how hard he tried. Shanks would have pulled him along for sure. Mihawk also currently knows that the decision taken by him is the worst decision.
"Hahahaha… What's with your face, Eagle Eyes?" Yasoop who was present immediately laughed seeing Mihawk's face that looked very depressed, "Come on, Eagle Eyes. You're partying with us! Not bad to relax after doing battle. Isn't that right, Boss?"
"Of course!" Shanks shouted excitedly, "The party should be held after the battle. Everything! Quickly get it out! We can't wait to start a big party to celebrate Eagle Eyes victory!" Shanks shouted excitedly.
"You better accept it, Eagle Eyes." The previously silent Ben Backman immediately said calmly, "There's no way you can escape them once they've prepared everything."
Mihawk looked at Ben Backman whose face was full of exhaustion taking care of his friends.
Just as the party will start. Suddenly Shanks' den-den mushi rang. Everyone immediately stopped their activities and immediately noticed the den-den mushi.
Shanks immediately lifted the den-den mushi casually.
"Hello, Shanks here"
"I haven't heard your voice in a long time, Shanks"
Rayleigh's voice suddenly came out of the den-den mushi which made Shanks very excited.
"Rayleigh-san, it's been a while. How are you and Shakky-san there? Are you two okay?" Shanks asked excitedly while the effects of his previous hangover had worn off.
Meanwhile Mihawk was immediately interested in listening to this conversation especially Rayleigh was a strong swordsman in the past. Of course, Mihawk would be attracted to Rayleigh.
"We're both fine here" Rayleigh smiled in response then continued, "Ok. Shanks. I don't want to discuss those issues. I have another purpose to contact me or rather. I might want to ask you for help."
"Ask for help?" Shanks instantly turned serious in both his look and tone, "Just say it, Rayleigh-san. I will definitely help you even if the request is difficult."
"Good," said Rayleigh, "But before that. Please listen to my explanation now then you will know the meaning of my request."
Rayleigh began to share information about the Guild with Shanks. Since Rayleigh's voice was quite strong, everyone there including Mihawk could hear it clearly.
"Is all of this true, Rayleigh-san?" Shanks asked again with a face full of seriousness even all the cadres who were there did not show a calm but serious face.
"Everything I tell you is fact and truth. I myself also verified that and entered the dungeon directly. I'm here to ask for your help. I want to work with you to collect a large number of crystals to exchange resurrection crystals in the Guild in order to resurrect Roger. What do you think?"
"Sure" Shanks nodded, "There is a chance to meet Captain Roger again, I will definitely help with all my efforts"
"Okay. How long will it take you to get here?"
"Probably tomorrow. We can arrive tomorrow in the morning."
"Okay. I'll be waiting for you right there. The location itself is in area 13 of Saboundy Island. You just come to Shakky's bar and you'll see this building. The building itself has a sign that says Guild. Remember Shanks. Don't provoke the owner of this place. He's not someone we can provoke."
"Hahaha… Take it easy, Rayleigh-san. I will definitely remember it."
The communication line was immediately cut off. Shanks' gaze immediately turned to Mihawk, "Sorry, Eagle Eyes. Looks like we can't host your victory party today."
"Who wants it anyway" Mihawk rolled his eyes and continued, "Let me come with you, Akagami. I am very interested in the place. I want to try the swordsman in the dungeon."
"No problem. You can tie your ship to mine."
Mihawk nodded and immediately stood up from his seat to do so.
"So, Boss. Aren't we going to party this time?" Lucky Roo asked back.
"Not. We will postpone this party first. We have to go to Saboundy Island now. The pattern of the world will likely change soon if the whole world finds out about this place" Shanks said with a grin.
"You made the right decision, Shanks" Ben Backman said calmly, "It won't take long for that place to be known to the whole world. We are lucky that you have a relationship with Rayleigh and this could be a point where we can build a good foundation there."
"The World Government and Navy will not stand idly by to see our moves. Boss" Yasopp said calmly without any fear on his face at all.
"The World Government or the Navy. They won't be able to stop us" Shanks said with a smile, "The pattern of the world is about to change. We have to get the best foundation possible and it has to be better than the World Government, Navy or any other pirates."
"What about the territorial issues we have?" Limejuice asked with interest.
"Let our territory be taken by other pirates. The important thing is that they are having fun now, we are the ones who will have fun in the future when the world knows about the place" Shanks said as he stood up, "Little kids! Prepare the ship! We will soon be sailing to Saboundy Island!"
"Okay, Boss!" All the members of the Akagami Pirates immediately shouted and started to move.
Shanks and the other cadres also started walking towards their ship to hold some meetings on the matter of their movement this time.