Chapter 126 Vice Admiral Luffy is being watched at the amusement parkThey no longer believed that simply being a descendant of the Creator could guarantee their survival.
Donquixote Musgard, who was reformed by Queen Otohime, was a prime example, proving that not all Celestial Dragons were fools.
Therefore, Garp wasn't worried at all that the Celestial Dragons would dare to attack Luffy.
The Roswald family, at most, could only mobilize some Marines for protection.
What a joke! Luffy, besides being an Admiral, is now one of the top figures in the Marines.
Plus, with Garp and Sengoku protecting him, aside from those brainless fans, who would actually harm Luffy for a few useless Celestial Dragons?
At this moment, Luffy and his crew had arrived at Sabaody Park on Island 33.
An amusement park!
The group marched grandly along the amusement park's paths, cheers rising and falling.
Such high-profile behavior drew the attention of passersby.
That's... the Straw Hat Pirates? No, it's Vice Admiral Monkey D. Luffy?
And that green-haired guy next to him, isn't that the legendary pirate hunter, Captain Zoro?
It really is! I saw it in the newspaper! The least like-minded Marines!
The Straw Hat crew, who defeated Crocodile, exposed the World Government's dark secrets, and went head-to-head with CP9, are known as the Marine Inspectors!
Wow! We actually saw them in person! That orange-haired beauty, isn't that Lieutenant Commander Nami?
I heard that the blue-haired one is Princess Vivi from Alabasta, and she's even willing to serve under him!
Damn it, I really want to rush up and get an autograph!
The crowd looked at Luffy and his crew with envy, whispering excitedly.
These whispers reached Nami and the others' ears, making them stand tall and proud.
Only Sanji glared at Zoro with displeasure: Why are so many people talking about you, you green-haired moss?!
Zoro raised his chin smugly: This is probably the class difference between the first mate and a cook who can only cook!
"What?!"
Sanji instantly exploded: Thunder Breathing - Thunderbolt Kick!
"Smash your sister!"
The two instantly grappled, dust flying everywhere.
Nami, veins bulging on her forehead, walked up to them, transforming into a demon.
Two muffled thuds, and large bumps instantly appeared on their heads.
"Quiet down! Can't you see everyone's watching?!"
"We represent the image of the Navy! Don't tarnish our reputation!"
Everyone was speechless: "Your violent behavior is the most damaging thing to our image..."
"Oh ho! We've arrived at Sabaody Park!"
Usopp's eyes lit up, pointing at the giant roller coaster ahead, his eyes filled with stars.
"Ah, it's a Ferris wheel! This is the first time I've seen one up close!"
Camy behind Sanji instantly became starry-eyed, excitedly babbling incoherently.
"Yoshi! Guys, let's play!"
Luffy raised his hands high, shouting like a child king.
The group, like a herd of wild horses, rushed into Sabaody Park.
At that moment, Sanji frowned and walked up to Luffy, lowering his voice.
"Luffy!"
"Ah, I know. We've been followed ever since Tree Island #13."
Luffy nodded, a playful expression on his face.
"I never expected these guys to be so bold, daring to target even those under my protection."
Sanji expertly pulled out a cigarette: "Want me to take care of them?"
"Don't spoil everyone's fun. Let them make their move first. It'll be a good opportunity to clean up the Sabaody Archipelago."
Luffy casually pulled a cigarette from Sanji's pocket and lit it with practiced ease.
It's shameful that such a lawless haven exists right under the noses of Mary Geoise and Marine Headquarters.
This is a perfect opportunity to give it a thorough cleaning.
"Luffy! What are you two grown men dawdling about? Hurry up!"
Nami turned and waved to Luffy and Sanji at the door, urging them on.
"Oh! Nami-san, I'm here!!"
Sanji instantly forgot his earlier murderous intent and darted inside like a noodle.
Luffy rubbed his nose and sighed, "Simps are destined to be lonely forever."
Then he followed.
For the next while, Luffy and the others led Camie, who only dared to peek at the Ferris wheel from the sea at night, on a crazy adventure through all the rides.
Finally, Camie rode the Ferris wheel she had always dreamed of.
"Wow! Amazing! So high!"
Watching the scenery outside the window gradually shrink, tears welled up in Camie's eyes.
"I can finally look down on the scenery like a human!"
Nami smiled and comforted her: "So happy? Why are you crying?"
Camie wiped away her tears and choked out: "Because… this has been my dream since I was little!
Every night, I could only hide in the dark sea, enviously watching this dreamlike Ferris wheel glow..."
Sanji habitually took out a cigarette to light it, only to be punched by Nami.
"Mind your manners! We're in a confined bubble! Do you want to suffocate everyone?!"
Sanji sheepishly put away his cigarette and muttered, "It's because of those damned human traffickers, isn't it?"
Kaimi nodded dejectedly.
Papago sighed and said, "After all, even among the World Nobles, mermaids are top-tier luxuries.
Although the law states that only capturing pirates and selling them into slavery isn't illegal.
But once you're caught, whether you're a pirate or not is entirely up to those human traffickers."
Kaimi wiped away her tears and excitedly thanked Luffy.
"This is the first time I've seen the view from such a high place; it will be a precious memory for me!"
"Thank you! It's all because Luffy is strong that Papago felt comfortable letting me in!"
Seeing Kaimi's incessant excitement, Nami and Sanji fell silent.
Luffy shrugged and looked out the window.
This was the cruel reality of the pirate world; even a powerhouse like Garp couldn't change this twisted system single-handedly.
With his growing strength and increasing personal experience, Luffy's mindset had undergone a complete transformation.
Originally, he simply wanted to use his status and special abilities to live a carefree life in this world.
Now, unknowingly, he had laid many hidden plans to change the world.
Luffy gazed at the magnificent Red Line in the distance, his eyes deep and thoughtful.
Marineford, after the Marineford War, those old fogies in the World Government will be losing sleep, won't they?
After all…
Luffy chuckled twice, just as the Ferris wheel slowly returned to the ground.
Great! Everyone, let's go for another thrill ride on the roller coaster!
Eh?! A collective groan escaped everyone's lips.
From the shadows around the corner…
"Mr. Peterman, are we really going to make a move? That's a Vice Admiral from the Navy Headquarters!"
Two seemingly harmless teddy bears were whispering to each other.
"Oh? Mermaids are a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make money on land, but we can't catch them at sea."
The giant teddy bear let out a sinister, greedy voice.