Chapter 56: Confirm the First Territory!
After finishing our al, we spent the night resting.
I gotta admit, after being stuck on the sea for so long, finally stepping onto land just hits different. All I wanted was to soak in the scenery and enjoy a bit of peace.
Ryuunosuke climbed to the highest peak nearby.
He stood there, gazing out at the endless sea stretching to the horizon and the rugged beauty of the island beneath him.
"So... this is the world of One Piece?" he muttered.
"Every place has its own charm."
As he took in the view, emotions stirred within him. Back in his old life, he never had the chance to experience sothing like this.
"Brother Ryuunosuke! This world's amazing!" Aka bead as she plopped down on a rock behind him, her eyes wide with wonder. "There are so many weird and wonderful things! Is this what you're after? Is this what you've been chasing?"
Ryuunosuke smirked. "Is that what I'm after?"
He turned around and faced her, eyes calm but sharp. "Honestly, I'm a pretty simple guy. I chase strength, power, reputation, and status. That's it."
He paused, then added with a grin, "And anything in this world I don't like—I'll change it. My way. How's that for ambition?"
At the start, Ryuunosuke had only wanted to explore this world, to see it for himself. But even that simple desire required preparation—serious preparation.
The most important thing? Strength.
Without power, you're just another na on the obituary list, swept away by the chaos of the so-called "free sea." Just like the pirates he'd crushed. Just like Hawkins, now reduced to a grunt. Like Blackbeard, hunted by Whitebeard. Like Ace, who was destined to be executed.
They were all caught in the web of their own weakness.
But if you're strong enough—strong enough to bend the rules—then you can call yourself truly free.
"Brother Ryuunosuke wants to do so much," Aka said softly. "But I'm different. I just wanna stay by your side."
He chuckled at her words but didn't respond. So things didn't need words.
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Three Days Later
"Captain, we've finished gathering supplies," Roelki reported. "And we packed extra, just in case Ace gets hungry again."
He arrived just as Ryuunosuke and Susanoo finished sparring.
These past three days had been all about logistics—at, vegetables, fruits—you na it. Ryuunosuke hadn't handled it personally, but he knew how much work it was.
"Good," Ryuunosuke nodded. "Let's get ready to set sail."
Then, as if it were an afterthought, he added, "Oh, and put our pirate flag up here."
Roelki froze.
"A flag?"
Even Hawkins, who had been passing by, ca to a dead stop. His eyes widened with disbelief.
Everyone in the Grand Line knew what that ant.
Planting your pirate flag on land wasn't just decoration—it was a declaration. You were telling the entire sea: this is my territory.
Only the Four Emperors had the right to do that openly. The Seven Warlords? Sure, they were governnt dogs with a free plunder pass—but claiming land? That crossed the line unless you were soone like Hancock or Kuma, who already had their own countries.
Guys like Hawkeye and Moria? They just squatted on unclaid islands, which didn't count.
But Whiskey Peak?
That was a crucial point in the Grand Line.
Leaving their flag here ant issuing a challenge to every pirate out there.
"Do the people here even know what that ans?" Roelki asked hesitantly.
"They don't need to," Ryuunosuke replied coolly. "All they need to know is this—Whiskey Peak now belongs to the Dragon Hunter Pirates."
Ding!
Congratulations! The Dragon Hunter Pirates have officially claid their first territory!
1,000 Reputation Points!
Maintain control for five years to earn an additional 10,000 Reputation Points!
A pirate flag materialized in Ryuunosuke's hand—clearly a reward from the system.
Roelki's expression turned serious. This wasn't just talk.
The captain ant it.
Why Ryuunosuke had picked this place, Roelki didn't know. But what mattered was simple—Whiskey Peak was now theirs.
"Roelki."
"Yes, Captain!"
"Gather everyone in Whiskey Peak."
"Right away!"
He slamd a fist to his chest—a salute from the heart. Najenda had taught them that.
To be in the Dragon Hunter Pirates ant more than just standing under a flag. It ant loyalty—body and soul.
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Soon, the people of Whiskey Peak were gathered in the square.
"What's going on?"
"Weren't they leaving?"
"Wait... is that their captain, Ryuunosuke? What's he doing with that flag?"
The crowd murmured nervously.
"Silence!" Hawkins barked as he stepped forward.
Everyone fell quiet instantly.
Seeing Hawkins and Ace casually lying nearby reminded them of the terrifying reality—they were dealing with pirates worth hundreds of millions.
So folks began to panic.
Was this about what happened a few days ago? Were they about to be executed?
Fear spread like wildfire.
But Ryuunosuke stepped forward, calm and composed.
"From today forward," he announced, "Whiskey Peak is under the protection of the Dragon Hunter Pirates."
"You were all pirate hunters before. That ends now."
"Starting today, you're citizens under our flag. This symbol—" he held up the pirate flag, "—is what you will protect with your lives."
"It will bring you peace and stability."
Najenda stepped up and backed him, her voice firm and clear.
"You are not part of our crew. But your lives, your safety, your future—they're tied to us now."
Murmurs swept through the crowd.
"So... we're part of the Dragon Hunter Pirates?"
"Not exactly. They're just claiming this place as their base..."
But they weren't dumb. They understood what this ant.
"Any objections?" Ryuunosuke's eyes flashed with a terrifying aura as he released his spirit pressure, instantly silencing the crowd.
Everyone dropped to their knees under the overwhelming force.
"We're willing! We accept the Dragon Hunter Pirates as our lords!"
"We'll serve as your vassals!"
One by one, voices rose until the entire crowd echoed the sa words.
Kneeling before Ryuunosuke, the people of Whiskey Peak pledged themselves to their new rulers.
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