As the sun cast its light upon the land, the lively party came to an end.
"Ah, ha!"
Luffy yawned, then felt a sense of restraint.
He looked down to see Nami lying obediently in his arms, her fair, delicate hand resting on his shoulder.
Her smooth, silky top and slightly pleated white skirt showed off her good figure while also making her look elegant and dignified.
Her light golden hair was disheveled, fanned out over her shoulders, revealing her exquisite, perfect face, small, upturned nose, and beautiful eyes… all accompanied by an intoxicating fragrance.
Gradually, Luffy's gaze changed, becoming somewhat fervent.
"Mmmph!"
Nami opened her bright eyes.
Seeing the scene, she froze.
"Luffy, I… I didn't mean to!"
Luffy's unwavering stare made Nami blush a little…
Just as she was about to escape, her soft hand was immediately grabbed, and she was pulled forcefully into his embrace.
"Luffy… mmmph!"
Luffy forcefully kissed Nami's soft, tender lips, which carried a hint of fragrance.
Their lips brushed, their breaths intertwined; Nami's heart skipped a beat—a silent yet burning declaration of intimacy.
"Mmmph!"
After a long while, Nami gently patted Luffy's chest.
Luffy loosened his arm around her.
"Hmph!"
Nami gasped for breath, a silver thread connecting their mouths.
Nami's entire body pressed against Luffy, her eyes hazy.
"Luffy…!?"
"Mm!"
Luffy held Nami's soft body, his nose gently inhaling the fragrance of her hair… After a long while, Luffy got out of bed first. "Nami, remember to change your clothes!"
He saw Nami on the bed wearing only a single garment.
He picked up the outer clothes from the floor and handed them to her.
"Mm-hmm! Okay!"
Nami took the clothes, revealing a sweet smile.
Luffy walked out of the room and leaned against the railing, watching the rising sun.
"Ding, congratulations to the host for defeating Gecko Moria, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea."
"Reward: 1. Devil Fruit ability greatly enhanced!
2. Special Den Den Mushi: Can instantly create countless Den Den Mushi, capable of calls and video, and can also be sold! (Ignores any blockage)
3. Random Enhancement Card x1: Can randomly enhance a human body or weapon, random range: host and host's companions!"
'Use Random Enhancement Card!' Luffy gave the command.
"Ding, enhancement card in use…
Enhancing host's Observation Haki, 79.9 (Advanced) → 82.5 (Top-tier), Awakening: Hearing the Voice of All Things.
Devil Fruit ability enhancing… 69.9 → 79.9"
A warmth flowed through Luffy's limbs and bones, followed by an extreme sense of perception.
If he wanted to, he could even see the antennae of an ant ten thousand meters away.
Moreover, he heard all kinds of sounds—wind, clouds, earth… He seemed to have become the darling of the world.
"Hoo—!" Luffy exhaled a puff of white air. "It seems I can try to develop new forms now. Relying on old tricks won't do forever!"
Luffy had long wanted to develop new forms, but his Devil Fruit ability wasn't developed enough.
But now, perhaps he could give it a try.
A Rubberman in the form of an ape, a Snakeman in the form of a snake… then, could he create a Birdman or even a Dragonman?
…The revolution is not yet successful; more effort is needed!
…Luffy was still at the bow, looking to the future.
Suddenly, he found a round, plump object pressed against his arm.
He turned his head and, sure enough, it was Nami hugging his arm, her exquisitely beautiful and delicate face resting on his shoulder, a mischievous glint in her bright eyes.
It was clear that after last night's events, Nami had changed quite a bit; at least her feelings for him had become obvious!
"Luffy… come with me for a walk!"
Nami, without a word, pulled his arm and ran towards Thriller Bark… Two days later,
A tomb was erected somewhere on Thriller Bark.
Brook, Chopper, Franky, and Usopp stood before the grave.
"This is wonderful, Mr. Usopp, Mr. Franky!" Brook gratefully faced the three.
Franky put his hands on his hips. "No need, no need! This little thing is nothing at all!"
"What a magnificent tomb, it's a pity I can't take you with me.
Thriller Bark comes from the West Blue, it's the land of your homeland, so you can rest in peace!"
Soon, the three left, and Brook stood alone before the grave, playing his violin… Melodious music floated through the graveyard, and colorful butterflies gathered nectar from vibrant flowers.
Suddenly, Zoro walked over and plunged a sword, sheath and all, into the ground.
"Is that?" Brook looked at the sword stuck in the ground.
"The deceased sword—Yubashiri. Let me leave it here as a memorial as well!" Zoro clasped his hands together, praying devoutly.
"However, you really have bad luck joining us!"
"Huh?"
Zoro grinned. "We lot… are quite troublesome, you know?"
…Soon, everyone gathered at the port.
"It's time for the next adventure!" Luffy said, his expression excited.
"Oh, right, this is my mom's Vivre Card, for you." Lola took out a white piece of paper, tore it in half, signed one half, and handed it to Nami.
"That's great! Captain Lola's mom is a very powerful pirate!" one of the subordinates echoed.
"What's a Vivre Card?" Nami asked, a little confused.
"A Vivre Card is…!"
"I see!" Nami exclaimed, then stroked her chin in thought, her gaze shifting to Luffy.
"Oh, right, Luffy, the one Ace gave you, could it be…!"
Luffy sighed and took out the burning Vivre Card from his straw hat.
"Scorched?"
Lola snatched the Vivre Card.
"A Vivre Card actually shows its owner's vitality! This person… must be very important to you."
"Mm!" Luffy nodded firmly.
This wasn't the first time he had taken out the Vivre Card; ever since he gained God's perspective, he had been staring at the Vivre Card almost every night.
Lola's face suddenly turned grim.
"Although I'm very sorry, this person's life… is slowly fading away!"
"Huh?" Nami immediately tensed up, looking at Luffy, only to see him… silent, as if he had already grown accustomed to it.
Soon, the Thousand Sunny raised its sails and departed from Thriller Bark.
Everyone waved goodbye.
"Goodbye, everyone!"
"We will never forget this kindness, Straw Hat Kid!"
"Sunny, thank you for letting me see the sun!"
Under everyone's grateful gaze, the Thousand Sunny sailed towards the greater unknown.
"Luffy, are you really okay?" Nami came to Luffy's side, a little worried.
"Are you talking about Ace's Vivre Card? It's fine!" Luffy put his right arm directly around Nami's shoulder, smiling.
"We're pirates; when we meet again, we'll be enemies!"
Luffy took the drink Sanji handed him.
That's right, ever since that night, Nami had banned him from alcohol.
Of course, if he absolutely insisted on drinking, then… there was nothing to be done!
Luffy took a sip.
"Ace has his own adventure.
If I want to see him, I'll wait until he and I meet on the sea.
Then… we'll see who the true Pirate King is!"
"Does that even need to be said?" Zoro leaned on his sword, a smile on his lips.
"You will definitely become the Pirate King, Luffy!" Nami's eyes openly showed her admiration.
Every member of the Straw Hat crew showed confident smiles, as if that position, which seemed unattainable to ordinary people,
was within Luffy's easy grasp!
"Hahahaha! Cheers!" Luffy raised his drink.
"Cheers!!"
(Thriller Bark Arc End)