Roy sipped his tea leisurely, the fragrant steam rising in wisps, forming a stark contrast with the bustling, busy atmosphere of the Marines around him.
After confirming that his points were sufficient for short-term round trips to the Naruto world, he had decided to stop working overtime for Fleet Admiral Sengoku and began to enjoy this rare moment of leisure, returning to his slacking ways.
As the tea's aroma swirled around him, Roy's thoughts suddenly drifted, and he slapped his forehead as if remembering something important.
"By the way, Vice Admiral Garp, do you have any free time lately?" He set down his teacup, looking at Garp with a hint of expectation in his eyes.
Garp was busy munching on rice crackers, his face full of contentment, and upon hearing Roy's question, he replied with a full mouth: "Huh? Free time? I should have some. What's up, kid? Got something in mind?"
In truth, Garp was internally scheming about how to find his grandson Luffy, who had snuck out to become a pirate, and give him a dose of "tough love."
Roy chuckled, a glint of cunning in his eyes.
"I've got a kid, quite promising, and I was hoping Vice Admiral Garp could help train him for a while."
The "kid" he referred to was, of course, Uchiha Sasuke from the Naruto world, the young man who had become his little fanboy.
Not long ago, Roy had asked him if he was willing to go to the Naruto world.
Sasuke, who hadn't yet turned dark, agreed without hesitation out of his admiration for Roy and his desire for power.
However, the condition was that he hoped to become stronger with Roy's help.
Facing Sasuke's request, Roy was indeed troubled.
Although Sasuke had a decent foundation, achieving a qualitative leap in a short time was no easy task.
But just now, a brilliant idea had flashed in his mind – why not entrust Sasuke to Garp and let this hero of the Marines temper him?
After all, both Luffy and Ace had grown up under Garp's "special training."
Upon hearing this, Garp's laughter boomed like thunder, and a glint of curiosity appeared in his eyes.
"Hahaha, kid, what is he to you? You seem so concerned about him."
Roy chuckled lightly and explained, "You could say he's my friend. As for the training, Vice Admiral Garp, as you know, the training intensity at your place isn't something just anyone can handle. But I think, as long as he can get stronger, he should be able to endure the hardship."
Roy internally speculated about Sasuke's character, believing he could withstand Garp's "harsh trials."
Hearing this, Garp's lips curled into an amused smile.
"Well, since you're so confident, bring him over. But I'll warn you upfront, people can really die in my training."
Roy nodded, a plan already forming in his mind.
Having settled the matter with Vice Admiral Garp, Roy immediately opened the chat group interface, tapped the screen, and quickly found Uchiha Sasuke's avatar.
Without any hesitation, he directly sent a message: [Here's a chance to get stronger, but you might die. Do you agree?]
This sentence was short and direct, without any unnecessary embellishment.
Meanwhile, in a corner of the Naruto world, Uchiha Sasuke lay quietly on his bed. Moonlight streamed through the window onto his face, reflecting a look of determination and unyielding spirit.
After a full day of arduous training, his body ached as if torn apart, sweat already soaking the sheets.
Yet this pain did not cause him to waver in the slightest; instead, it further fueled his desire for power.
"When will I finally gain the power to defeat that man?"
Sasuke muttered under his breath, the flames of vengeance blazing in his eyes. The "that man" he spoke of was, of course, his elder brother Itachi Uchiha, the one who had personally annihilated their clan.
This hatred, like a raging fire, burned his heart day and night, driving him forward relentlessly in his pursuit of greater strength.
Just then, a notification from the chat group suddenly popped into his mind, grabbing his attention.
Sasuke sat up abruptly, a mix of surprise and anticipation flashing in his eyes. He quickly read Roy's message, and an indescribable excitement welled up inside him.
[I'll do anything to get stronger.] He replied to Roy almost without hesitation, every word filled with resolve and determination.
Seeing Sasuke's response, Roy smiled slightly, nodding to himself.
He knew Sasuke was a youth with a firm belief and an unyielding spirit, exactly the type that Vice Admiral Garp liked.
So he quickly replied: [Then get ready. We start tomorrow.]
Upon seeing Roy's reply, Sasuke pumped his fist, a brilliant smile blossoming on his face.
The Chunin Exams were coming up soon, the perfect stage for him to showcase his abilities.
He vowed silently that this time, he would definitely become a chunin, letting the entire ninja world know that the Uchiha clan still had its prodigies, and letting that man Itachi know that his death was near.
Soon, the next day, Uchiha Sasuke, filled with both nervousness and anticipation, opened the mysterious portal to the world of One Piece through the chat group.
Opening this portal had consumed a significant portion of his precious points, earned through the careful sale of his technique scrolls.
Standing before the shimmering void portal, Sasuke took a deep breath, his emotions a complex mix.
He took a step forward, entering the unknown realm, instantly enveloped by a powerful force. Time seemed to lose its meaning in that moment, space twisted, and light and dark intertwined into dizzying images.
When everything finally settled, Sasuke felt solid ground beneath his feet. He slowly opened his eyes and found himself in an entirely new world – the world of One Piece.
The air here was thick with the salty scent of the sea and a sense of freedom, completely different from the Konoha he knew.
Ahead, Roy sat on a chair, lightly holding a cup of steaming tea. Upon seeing Sasuke's arrival, he gave a slight nod.
"Admiral Kizaru, hello." Sasuke greeted him, a little nervous. Even though he knew Roy was easygoing, the dignity and power of a strong man commanded involuntary respect.
"Come on, your time is limited, no time to waste. Your trial starts today." Roy stood up, his tone brooking no argument, leading Sasuke deeper into Marine Headquarters along the corridor.
Sasuke followed closely, his curious gaze sweeping over the symbolic decorations inside Marine Headquarters. Every detail felt novel and awe-inspiring to him.
This was truly a place of the strong, vastly different from the ninja world he knew.
"Let me remind you again, this trial might actually get you killed."
Roy's voice echoed in the corridor, serious as he issued another warning to Sasuke.
"I've already prepared for the worst." Sasuke responded firmly, an unyielding light shining in his eyes.
Seeing this, Roy said no more, merely giving a slight nod and continuing onward.