30 Chapter 29

◇Grove 33, Saboa Dome, Saboady Archipelago◇

There's a concert of the rising diva called Cindry and the Soul King. These two have become the world's sensation due to how good they are at singing!

They didn't know that the diva is an undead like the Soul King or else, nobody would ever watch their concert together.

A zombie and skeleton is really an incredible pair. And the manager of the Zombie is the Guildmaster of the Hunters Guild.

A young man with blue eyes is swimming with money because of his singing diva.

It's also the same with the managers of the Skeleton, three long arm dudes are managing the musician of the Straw hats.

The audience was having a blast at the concert.

◇Shikage's POV◇

So it's time. Soul king's concert is the timing for Luffy's arrival to Saboady Archipelago.

"Kalifa, I'll let you handle Cindry's concert." (Shikage)

"Certainly, We still have a photoshoot to attend together. Go on ahead, Shika." (Kalifa)

Have you ever wanted a zombie superstar?

It's okay, We have it. Cindry-chan is the answer!

That lady is a superstar when she was still alive. And when the revival team succeeded at restoring her humanity.

A zombie superstar is born!

And now this Zombie and Skeleton are having a double concert. Of course, it would be fun.

But I am needed elsewhere, I have a job to do. A tasty hunt is waiting for us. Ehehe~

"Okay, Kalifa, I'll see you later! Ciao~" (Shikage)

I left the Saboady Dome.

The meeting place is close to the Dome so in just a few minutes of walking, I arrived at the clothing store.

Nami's together with a man with a long nose. I guess that must be a tengu.

Nope. Scratch that. It's Usopp.

I went to them to catch up.

"Yo~ It's been a while, Usopp." (Shikage)

"Huh?! Who're you?" (Usopp)

"Shika~! You're here!" (Nami)

Nami quickly bounced and took my arms as if showing our relationship to her Nakama.

"Usopp, Meet my kareshi~ His name is Shikage. You already met him." (Nami)

"Karesh~i?!" (Usopp)

(a/n: Kareshi means Boyfriend.)

"It's me, It's me. You know, At the Thriller Bark! Where a giant demon fought Straw hat." (Shikage)

Usopp went into a thinking pose and I can somehow hear a ding sound when his eyes went wide.

"Aaaah... Aaaah! I remember... Nani?!! Are you the one who traded for a flash dial?! How did you change that much in 2 years?!" (Usopp)

"Haha, You're right... Also, It isn't only me who changed. I can see that you have grown so much too. You look like a brave warrior of the sea already." (Shikage)

Usopp's ears were satisfied to hear the praise, He pumps up his chest and looks smugly.

"Ehehe Thank you, I have changed a lot! This is the second chapter of Usopp-sama adventure!" (Usopp)

"Yes yes, That's enough already... How come you're here, Shika? Aren't you busy with something?" (Nami)

Nami tried to butt in and asked for my purpose.

"Oh, I'm just checking if you have encountered any imposters of your pirate group." (Shikage)

"Ah, We met them at the bar. Although we kinda got mad and attacked them after leaving the bar." (Nami)

"I see..." (Shikage)

It's really happening. The plot has already started.

After talking for a while, We left the store and were on our way to the ship of the Straw hats.

Usopp was also curious about one thing.

"Hey, Shika. What does the matter of those imposters have to do with you?" (Usopp)

"Ah, you didn't know? I am a bounty hunter." (Shikage)

*blink* *blink*

Usopp clearly didn't expect it and it took a while before he recovered.

"B-b-bounty hunter?! T-t-then what will you do with those imposters?" (Usopp)

"Of course, I'm going to kill them! Especially, that Sogeking! I am going to rip him apart!" (Shikage)

*Gulp*

I did a ripping action and Usopp paled immediately.

"Hieeeck. Nami, You're boyfri-... Wait a minute!! Nami is part of the Straw hats! Youuu!!" (Usopp)

"Hahahahaha!!" (Shikage)

"Ehehe Usopp, you idiot. Shikage is quite odd for a bounty hunter." (Nami)

We continued to tease Usopp. It's quite fun since Usopp's reaction is gold. He really overreacts to anything.

"Tch. I bet you're not even strong for a bounty hunter." (Usopp)

Nami and I stopped laughing and we made a face that tells 'should we tell him'.

*Sigh*

In the end, It's Nami who decided to tell the long-nose.

"Listen, Usopp. Even if there's a hundred Usopp. I bet you won't even come close to scratching his clothes." (Nami)

Damn~ that's a bit... No, it's correct.

"Huh? that a bit too much, don't you think?" (Usopp)

Usopp is now sweating buckets due to how serious Nami is.

"Shikage is a warlord." (Nami)

"W-W-WHAT?! One of the warlords?!" (Usopp)

"In addition, He's strong enough to be one of the Admirals according to an Old man back at the Thriller Bark." (Nami)

"A-a-admiral?!" (Usopp)

Yep, That guy is overwhelmed by Nami's aggression.

Although, Zephyr-jisan said it. I feel that he's right. It's time for me to be S-rank. Luckily, I do have someone in mind to hunt.

After a few minutes of travel, We found Chopper and he informed me about their imposters. I see, Then it's time to leave this group and start the hunt.

"Now then, This is where we will part. Usopp and Chopper-san, Take care of Nami for me. Nami, I'll be in contact with your transponder snail so you can call me if you miss me." (Shikage)

Usopp and Chopper go hew hew when I was talking seriously with Nami.

"I understand, Be careful always, Shika. Don't forget to call me, Okay?" (Nami)

I waved at them until they disappeared from my sight.

I took my transponder snail and called my team to assemble. I can't believe they're at the Ferris wheel.

Well, it's most likely to be Raiden's idea and Lily is acting as his guardian.

If our hunt would be successful, Then they are going to be B-rank.

I better go meet up with them.

◇A few minutes later◇

At Grove 46, A large gathering of pirates is located at the square.

This is the place that the Fake Straw hat crew is assembling. In the original plot of the Divine Book, there's supposed to be marines here to catch them

But due to my request, they didn't deploy a single marine to the site. That's how strong my influence is.

Although, they were at the Grove 40, 42, 44. It is to surround the pirates who would slip from us. They also need to evacuate the civilians to avoid casualties.

*Cheering*

The pirates have been praising their boss. The fake Straw hat, not knowing that the real Straw hat is among them.

(Oooh~ I can somehow sense Luffy's strength. Hmm... Not bad, He has Rayleigh as his master but he still only learns the basics of Haki.) (Shikage)

(a/n: Shikage has learned the advanced stuff because of the Divine Book, That's how he learned and trained it to the fullest.)

*Cheering*

I can also see the fake Nami and I think that this lady is really disrespecting how my girl looked! Damn it~!

How can Nami have a potbelly? She really looks different from the poster of Nami!

I can't believe someone would identify her as Nami... Oh, Chopper did. Anyways!

The only right thing is the Tattoo on her left shoulder. But that's about it, It's time to end this farce!

I made a signal of making Hunter's insignia on the large mangrove trees. The insignia is right beside the words 'Grove 46'.

*Puru* *Puru*

All the hunters on the field receive a transmission with my voice.

"The banquet is ready! Hunt all you can~!" (Shikage)

"[Black Coffin]!" (Shikage)

And so, a giant black box surrounded the pirates. Only leaving the pirates on the building.

A difficult to explain expression is on the face of the fake Straw hats crew. Meanwhile, the real Straw hat is amused by the scene.

◇3rd person POV◇

"W-w-what the hell is happening right now?!" (Fake Luffy)

"C-c-captain! We should run! the situation's not normal!" (Fake Zoro)

"Shishishi... Interesting~! Sanji, Do you know that guy?" (Luffy)

"Like I said! What are you talking about?!" (Fake Sanji)

All the imposters were shaking, They didn't expect that the pirates they gathered would be enclosed by dark and black box thing.

*Thud*

Someone drops beside them.

"Hieeck!"

The fat fake Straw hat drops to the ground trembling. As well as the other members of the fake Straw hats.

They all saw a man with purple clothes and his cold eyes that were as blue as the seas. They gulped and felt the chill in their necks.

Somehow, the fake Straw hat got the courage to speak to the man. Even though, His voice shook uncontrollably as he was troubled to even finish his sentence.

"... W-who... Who are you..?" (Fake Luffy)

But there's one guy who didn't mind the tense situation. It's the man with a large backpack and has a funny mustache.

"You... You look familiar... Hmm... Ah! It's Shika! It's been a while!" (Luffy)

The man with blue eyes turns to him.

"Yo, Straw hat... You look good. But I suggest you get away from this Island soon. Because there's a marine captain that wants to capture you guys." (Shikage)

"Is that true? Oi, Zoro, Sanji, Everyone. We need to leave! Where's the Sunny-Go?" (Luffy)

"..."

"..."

All the fake Straw hats were speechless by the scene. Even the man called Shika has put his hand to his forehead.

"Listen, These guys are fake. They are impersonating you all." (Shikage)

"Hmm... Eeeeeeeeh?! Naniiii?!" (Luffy)

The fake Straw hats still don't have a clue to what's happening. Maybe it's because they are panicking but the fake Luffy still has this bravado.

"Hey!! Who are you?!" (Fake Luffy)

"Huh? Who... Are... You?" (Shikage)

Shikage released a heavy pressure that even made Luffy get serious. He only felt this way when he was facing Rayleigh.

And to think that he met someone strong this early. But Luffy isn't on guard, That's the kind of guy he is. Once you become friends with him, He really does treat you differently.

*Gulp*

The pressure made the Imposter go mad.

"Hey! You! Don't you know who I am?.. This may surprise you! I'm the Revolutionary Dragon's son! And the Grandson of the hero, Garp! I wreaked havoc during the War of the best! I'm a big-time pirate with a 400 million bounty, STRAW HAT LUFFY~!" (Fake Luffy)

"..."

"..."

*Silence*

The fake Luffy thought that these men would be scared by his declaration. But he didn't expect the two to be emotionless.

Until...

"So he says..." (Shikage)

"I didn't know that they raised my bounty? Shishishi." (Luffy)

"Huh? 'My' what... Who are you?" (Fake Luffy)

"Me? I am Monkey D. Luffy. The man who's going to be the Pirate King." (Luffy)

"Ah, I'm Shikage. Now you know." (Shikage)

"Hieeck~~!!!!"

These fake Straw hats broke down when they heard Luffy's words. To think that the real Straw hat is in front of them.

And they have a total meltdown when they heard the name of Shikage. This name has been the nightmare of all the pirates in the Grand Line as well as the Blue seas. The mortal enemy of the Pirates! The leader of the Bounty Hunters!

Then they all passed out. Shikage didn't have to do anything. Luffy waved at Shikage and continues his journey to his crew.

◇Shikage's POV◇

Geez, To think these people have weak wills. No wonder Luffy can knock them down using his Conqueror's Haki.

Hmm...

Should I keep watch or enter the [Black Coffin]? Now, I'm bored. I should've let Luffy stay here.

Suddenly, the place where Luffy was bombarded by lasers!

*Pew* *Pew*

『Straw Hat Luffy. Verified.』

"Px-5! Shoot him!"

Two Humanoid weapons are following a marine captain. This is the man who didn't listen to my request. Fortunately, I gave him the wrong time of our operation. So he didn't disrupt our plan or whatsoever.

The Marines are mobilizing!

I didn't bother on that side, I am more worried about the situation inside my [Black Coffin]

It requires my ability to open up a pathway or exit to that giant black box. Maybe they're already finished. We'll see!

I [Substitute] with my shadow inside and faced my hunters. The place is the same except for the tall black walls that enclosed the space.

Everything is already done. Pirates are tied up by the hunters.

Then a white cat mink came to me holding his captive, a super rookie worth 210 million ฿.

"Shika-oniichan! Does this mean I am already at B-rank?" (Raiden)

"Kehihihi, To think that the Guildmaster is here."

I took a look towards the man called Caribou. A totally cruel pirate, He doesn't deserve to live. He has a nice Logia DF. Right now, He's being shackled by seastone cuffs.

"Raiden, I'll make sure you'll rank up... I should handle this guy from now on. Go enjoy the Island. The operation's already done." (Shikage)

The mink kid merrily went to the fun part of the Island. I saw him off and looks at the prisoner in front of me. I quickly absorb him with my shadows and transferred him to [Niflheim].

I'll be meeting him soon.

But first, I'll ask Blueno for the details of the operation. I was outside when it happened.

◆A few minutes ago◆

Right after the black box emerged,

A hunter that looks like an ox suddenly appeared.

Some of the pirates there knew the Insignia so they were on guard the moment that it showed up.

Suddenly, That man opens up a door in the air causing the hunters who came from nowhere to show up and exit the door.

Massive waves of hunters clashed with pirates!

Including the Captains that wanted to join the Straw hats.

The Albion something captain clashed with the man that looks like an Ox. His blades were crushed by the defense of this man.

The other captain that has big lips were defeated after being overwhelmed by hunters.

As for the super rookies, They are fighting with the members of the Shadow Gear.

The older brother that has a long tongue is running away after being cut by a kid.

In the meantime, The younger brother with the shovel is already unconscious. He got hit by an arrow with a small Dyna Stone as its arrowhead.

It exploded and easily dealt the pirate worth of 190 million ฿.

Overall, It was a total feast for the hunters. Since they cooperated, All of them would receive some compensation.

Unfortunately, Some light injuries couldn't be avoided. Especially when the enemy has a Logia DF.

[More More Speed: Thirtyfold Thunderclap]!

Luckily, The kid stopped having fun and instead got serious. He was already fast in his base stats but with the addition of his fruit, Even if you have Observation Haki, you would be troubled keeping up with his speed!

And so, The hunt was a major success!

We have hunted the fake Straw hats members!

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I see...

So my group has overwhelmed those pirates. They didn't even need the legion of Undead or my [Shadow warriors].

I wonder when can I use them without any restraint.

Anyway, I should leave here. Blueno-san will take care of this!

I better give Nami a subtle goodbye. It's not yet time to make it public. I am still a warlord, One of the powers of the WG. It won't look good for me to be in an open relationship with a pirate.

By the way, Our lovely dovely actions in the Thriller Bark are only there. My hunters won't snitch. I truly hope so~

"I'll be back..." (Shikage)

"Sure. I'll handle this." (Blueno)

"Say my regards to Nami-chan, Okay?" (Lily)

"I got it! Later~!" (Shikage)

I used [Geppou] and started to fly towards Grove 42 where the Black Pearl is, I plan to use it to shield the Straw hats from the reinforcements of the Navy.

Consider this as my investment!

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(a/n: I'll set a more realistic goal first, Let's hit 300 powerstones first then I'll release a new chapter =)