Chương 20: Chapter 19 Encountering The Roger Pirates
As Aizen's ship glided through the tumultuous waters of the New World, his sharp gaze caught sight of a vessel approaching from the distance. It wasn't uncommon to see pirate ships in these treacherous seas, but this one stood out—its flag was unmistakable.
The Jolly Roger featuring a crossed sword and steering wheel flapped proudly in the wind.
A sleek sloop sailed calmly through the turbulent seas of the New World. Aizen, standing at the helm, pushed his glasses back with a faint smirk. "The Roger Pirates," he murmured, spotting the distinct pirate flag fluttering in the distance. "I didn't expect to see them so soon after hearing about them. Luck or destiny?"
At the bow of the larger ship, Roger himself leaned forward, his wide grin visible even from afar. "Speak of the devil, and he appears," Roger chuckled, addressing his crew. "That's the guy everyone's been talking about lately, isn't it?"
The crew gathered to observe the lone sloop.
"Hey! Is that the infamous guy stirring up the New World?" Shanks, still a young and energetic intern, leaned excitedly over the railing.
"Calm down, Shanks," Rayleigh said, stepping up beside him. His calm gaze scanned the smaller ship. "He's not someone to be taken lightly. Don't let your enthusiasm lead to recklessness."
"Relax, Rayleigh," Jabba added with a laugh. "A guy smart enough to survive the New World wouldn't pick a fight with us. Right?"
"True, but ultimately, it's Roger's call," someone chimed in, and all eyes turned to their captain.
Roger, ever the decisive leader, laughed heartily. "Hahaha! I want to meet this guy. Let's invite him over!"
Rayleigh nodded, signaling the crew to adjust their course. The two ships slowly drew closer until they were side by side.
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Aizen Steps Aboard
Seeing Roger's ship approaching, Aizen smiled faintly. "They're inviting me aboard? Interesting. This should be fun." With a light leap, he landed gracefully on the deck of the Roger Pirates' ship.
The atmosphere was tense yet curious as the legendary pirate crew assessed their unexpected visitor. Aizen, calm and poised, stood out among the rough and battle-hardened sailors.
Roger approached with his trademark grin. "Welcome aboard! So, you're the one everyone's talking about. What brings you to these seas?"
Before responding, Aizen glanced around, his gaze lingering on a seemingly unnoticed corner of the ship. A subtle smile played on his lips. "A ship spirit. Not something you see every day."
The crew exchanged puzzled looks, but Roger's expression brightened. "You noticed it too, huh?" Roger said, impressed.
Aizen's perceptiveness intrigued Roger. As someone who could hear the voice of all things, he'd always known about the ship spirit but had assumed it was his unique gift. The fact that Aizen could sense it as well only deepened Roger's curiosity.
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Legends Face to Face
While Roger studied Aizen with admiration, Aizen's gaze lingered on the man known as the Pirate King. Gol D. Roger.
In Aizen's mind, Roger was more than a legendary pirate—he was the catalyst for an entire era, a man who would ignite the Great Pirate Age with his last words. To create such a seismic shift in the world was no small feat.
Yet, for all his respect for Roger's influence, Aizen harbored no desire to emulate him. Sacrificing oneself for an ideal or a cause wasn't part of Aizen's nature. His path was one of absolute control and the pursuit of ultimate power.
Breaking the silence, Roger laughed. "You seem like a good guy. Tell me, what's your dream?"
Aizen smiled, his expression enigmatic. "Dreams? I prefer to call them ambitions."
Roger's eyes lit up, and he threw his head back in laughter. "Hahaha! I like that answer!"
As the two men stood face to face, the crew watched in silence, sensing the weight of the moment. Two legends—one shaping the present, the other planning to shape the future—had crossed paths in the unpredictable seas of the New World.
For Aizen, this meeting was just another step in his calculated journey. But for Roger, it was a rare chance to glimpse the kind of ambition that could one day reshape the world.
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