Chapter 98 – Loguetown 6.

Chapter 98 – Loguetown 6.

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Third Person POV

Loguetown, East Blue.

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A palpable tension hung in the air over Loguetown, a city that had long witnessed the departure and arrival of many pirates. The calm atmosphere of the streets was abruptly interrupted by the thunderous sounds of explosions echoing through the old and historic buildings.

Somewhere in the distant MarineFort, a command room was permeated by the tense atmosphere as news of chaotic events in Loguetown were transmitted. Sengoku, a prominent figure in the Marines, listened with a serious expression as his mind processed the gravity of the situation.

"What are you saying?!" Sengoku growled, concern evident in his voice. "Fleet Admiral, Vice Admiral Garp is in the midst of a battle against Dragon and Luffy in the square!" the Commodore reported on a direct line, his words thundering through the command room.

BOOM! A new explosion shook the foundations of the city, the noise penetrating even the considerable distance to MarineFort, reinforcing the intensity of the conflict in Loguetown.

"Damn! Did he have to show up right now?" Sengoku expressed his frustration, recognizing the complexity Garp's presence added to the situation. "We don't have many options. We can't send an admiral to the East Blue. The only thing we can do is prevent civilians from getting hurt in the midst of this chaos." Sengoku had no choice but to minimize the damage.

BOOM! Another sound of an explosion accompanied the officer's speech, indicating that the situation was out of control.

*Lightning.*

*BOOM!*

*FLAMES*

*BOOM!*

BOOM! Another explosion stood out, echoing in the background.

*BOOM!*

*BOOM!*

*BOOM!*

While the officer communicated with his superior, explosions continued to shake the square, turning it into a furious battlefield. Lightning cut through the dark sky, forming hurricanes swirling in a chaotic dance, causing chaotic winds to run through all the streets of the city. The deafening sound of explosions and the impact of forces colliding filled the air.

"Yes, Fleet Admiral! We will do our duty!" the officer responded with determination, maintaining composure amidst the turmoil.

BOOM! A building near the square exploded in flames, hurling burning debris through the night skies. "And the rest of the crew?" Sengoku inquired, his concern extending beyond what he initially expected. With Dragon in Loguetown, everything would be complicated, and he couldn't send reinforcements so quickly to another sea.

*BOOM!*

*Lightning illuminated the dark sky.*

BOOM! A powerful burst of lightning struck the middle of the square, illuminating it with impressive electric flashes, leaving everyone stunned. "We can't stop them. There's a tall woman with white hair and strong horns among them. I'd say she has the strength of a vice admiral! And there's an orange-haired woman who can create hurricanes with some Devil Fruit powers; even the six styles of the Marines were easily thrown back..." the officer reported.

"Smoker has already informed me about the first one, but I didn't know about the abilities of the other orange-haired woman. She must be the one the Fish-Men mentioned in Smoker's reports. I want pictures of them. We need to report this threat so that some bounty hunter can stop them. And Smoker?" Sengoku spoke.

*Flames crackled on the horizon.*

BOOM! The ground trembled under the intensity of the battle, creating fissures that expanded with each exchange of blows.

*BOOOOOOOOOM!*

"Smoker went after the crew but was knocked out by the woman using Haki and left unconscious in the middle of the street..."

"Understood. Just make sure to avoid too much damage. And how is Garp's granddaughter?" Sengoku asked.

BOOM! A hurricane began to form at the epicenter of the battle, blowing debris and wreckage in all directions.

"She wants to join the fight, but we're holding her back since Garp wouldn't forgive us if she got hurt," the officer reported.

"Let me go, I want to fight against my brother and dad!" Lucy shouted in the background as she was restrained.

*BOOM!*

*Lightning cut through the sky, accompanied by thunder.*

"Okay, keep me informed of anything. I'll do what I can, but I'm in Marineford, and it would take a week to get any reinforcements, even if that reinforcement was Kizaru," Sengoku said with frustration in his voice.

"Yes." The order was heard.

*BOOM!*

*BOOM!*

*BOOM!*

*BOOM!*

BOOM! An explosion of purple flames illuminated the dark sky, leaving a trail of destruction that marked the path of the combat.

The city shook with the thunderous sounds of the battle echoing from every corner, leaving Yamato and the others aboard the Black Pearl anxious as they distanced themselves from the port.

"Will Luffy be okay?" Usopp inquired, his voice laden with apprehension.

"You don't look well, Luffy. It would be better if you stepped back..." Dragon said, concerned, as he approached his son.

"I guess so... Can you hold him off for a bit?" Luffy asked his father, seeking a temporary solution.

"Yes, go to the sea. Find your crew. We'll meet again under better circumstances." Dragon's voice sounded calm, revealing a paternal emotion behind the revolutionary leader façade.

"What are you whispering over there, you brats? Your grandfather and father are still right here!" Garp intervened, advancing through the destroyed area.

"Sorry, Grandpa, but I'm leaving. I need to go to the Grand Line, where I intend to become the Emperor of the Seas!" Luffy announced defiantly, earning a vein on Garp's forehead with his grandson's boldness.

Garp frowned at Luffy's bold words. "You talk as if you can escape my punches!"

Luffy smiled at his grandfather, ignoring him, and began to bid farewell right there.

"Goodbye, Grandpa! It was good to see you. I hope to meet you again soon. I guarantee the next fight won't be so easy!" Luffy announced, preparing to depart with his wings flapping forcefully. Luffy's defiant and determined look showed that, despite the apparent disadvantage, he was not willing to bow his head.

"Do you think you can escape from me, brat!" Garp jumped with Soru, but a lightning materialized in front of him, blocking his advance. It was Dragon, intervening to allow his son to leave.

"Sorry, Dad. But you can't stop a man from going to the sea in search of his freedom." Dragon declared, facing Garp while Luffy took the opportunity to escape. The square remained the battleground for father and grandfather, while Luffy ran from the battle still being fought by father and son.

With his wings vibrating powerfully, Luffy began his ascent into the skies, leaving behind the tumultuous square of Loguetown while explosions continued between Garp and Dragon. The cutting wind blew on his face as he gained altitude, and the city became a mere dot on the horizon. The physical effort was evident on his face, but the determination did not waver.

As he flew, the sight of his ship, the Black Pearl, emerging on the horizon, brought palpable relief. It was a vivid contrast between the chaos of the battle and the serenity that awaited him at sea. Luffy adjusted his course, diving towards the ship's deck, his wings gradually slowing down.

The crew, eagerly waiting, noticed Luffy's figure approaching rapidly. The concern that had marked their faces during the fight now gave way to relief as the captain approached. Nami, Nojiko, Yamato, Shirahoshi, and Alvida were among the first to run to the deck, watching with relief as Luffy landed with a controlled thud.

"Husband!" Alvida exclaimed, running to check on Luffy with the other girls, expressing relief with a smile.

Luffy, still panting, returned the tired smile to his crew. "I'm fine, everyone. Just a little banged up. Grandpa and my dad are still busy back there."

On the Black Pearl, the crew awaited eagerly. Luffy arrived, but a boom echoed as he fell directly from the ship, barely able to stand. His friends rushed to help him, expressing concern on their faces.

"I guess we can finally head to the Grand Line." Luffy said with a weak smile, despite the evident exhaustion. His friends surrounded him, offering support and encouragement.

"Luffy, that fight... what happened?" Nami asked, her eyes showing concern.

Luffy straightened up, looking at the horizon. "The grandfather is strong, and my dad who appeared there too. But one day, I'll surpass them. Let's set sail, everyone. There are adventures waiting for us." Enthusiasm returned to his face as the crew prepared for the next journey, leaving behind the traces of the battle that echoed in the square of Loguetown on the horizon.

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