11 Chapter 11: Kuroh & Wave

After grabbing the orange cloth/scarf I kept around my neck the big marine attempted to pull me out of my chair.

Keyword attempted.

Since before he could I took my knife and stabbed him straight through the neck with it.

When I did so the marine, and his subordinates, widened their eyes in shock. But I paid no attention to their reactions and instead continued with and focused solely on my own.

Grabbing the big marines hand on my cloth/scarf I pulled it off, and then twisted it 180 degrees. I then punched the big marine square in his nose, an audible *crunch* sound filling the air as I broke it.

Blood dripping down his face from his broken nose, and from the hole I created in his neck the big marine fell to his knees.

When he did so I kicked him in the face with my left foot. Sending him completely onto the ground. The light fading from his eyes a few moments after he hit it.

"You bastard you killed him!" One of the marines shouted.

"Kill them. Kill them now!" Another one shouted.

Though before the marines could fire at us I jumped into action.

Using Soru I quickly closed the distance to each of the marines carrying guns, and with a series of punches and kicks, disabled them without breaking a sweat.

While I did this Atalanta focused on the rest of the marines.

Her hands and feet coated and sparking with electrical energy she made short work of the rest of the enemies, despite being a little tipsy.

Since thanks to her mink heritage Atalanta has natural fighting capabilities, and has access to electro.

I really hit the jackpot when I met her and convinced her to join my crew.

Once the last marine fell to the ground Atalanta returned to her seat at the table and went back to nursing her drink.

Meanwhile Wave looked between the marines, Atalanta, and me. Finally getting stars in his eyes as he focused on me and Atalanta.

"So cool!" He mused. "Hey tell me seriously, who are you guys?"

"Well my name is Achilles." I spoke. I then pointed to Atalanta. "And she is Atalanta. Currently the one and only member of my pirate crew."

"Wait, you two are pirates?" Wave asked.

"Yep." I replied. "We are. So Wave, you were saying you could help Atalanta and I acquire a ship before these marines so rudely interrupted us?"

Wave moved to answer, but before he could we were once again interrupted.

"Wave, you alright?" I heard a male voice asked behind me.

Turning around I found myself looking at another boy close my age with dark eyes and long dark hair secured in a high ponytail above his head.

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He is also carrying a katana.

"I heard the marines-"

The guy stopped speaking as he finally noticed the marines lying on the bar floor.

Only unconscious of course.

I'm not a psychopath. The only reason I killed that big marine is because he touched my scarf/cloth without permission and that is a big 'no no'.

He looked at them for a few moments before turning his gaze back to Wave. "What happened? Did you do this?" The guy asked Wave.

Who then shook his head. "No, it wasn't me but these two." Wave said. He then pointed to me. "This is Achilles." Before pointing to Atalanta. "And this is Atalanta. They are the ones who took down the marines."

"Hey." Atalanta spoke. Going back to her drink right after.

"Hello. Achilles is my name and being a pirate is my game." I said.

"You are a pirate?" The guy questioned.

"I am. And so is Atalanta. She's actually my crewmate." I explained. "And if you don't mind me asking who are you?"

"Kuroh." The guy spoke.

"Nice to meet you Kuroh." I told him.

"Yes, nice to meet you to. Now if you could, please leave right now." Kuroh spoke.

"Why?" I asked.

"Why? Are you seriously asking me that?" Kuroh questioned. Using his free hand to point at all the unconscious marines on the bar floor. "I think the unconscious marines on the floor answers the reason of why I want you and your crewmate to leave. Now go. Because if you don't leave right now things will get very bad for the two of you. Trust me."

"You mean because commander of the marines here is a self-entitled peace of shit with a chip on his shoulder who can't handle anyone ignoring what he says because he thinks himself so self-important?" I asked.

Stunning Kuroh.

*Pfft*

While Wave worked to contain his laughter.

"Yeah, thanks for the advice but Atalanta and I are good. Besides if I run from a guy like that then I'll never be able to achieve my dream of being the next pirate king." I said.

"What?!" Both Kuroh and Wave shouted in unison.

"You want to take up Rogers mantle?" Wave asked.

"Are you insane?" Kuroh asked.

"Damn, you dream big Achilles." Wave spoke.

"Don't encourage his idea Wave. He's already on his way to an early grave, so let's not quicken his road there by bolstering his insane thoughts." Kuroh spoke.

"Oh stop being such a downer Kuroh." Wave replied to him.

Kuroh's brow twitched in response. But instead of saying anything he simply sighed and shook his head. "Fine, do whatever you want Wave. But once again the fact remains that Achilles and Atalanta need to leave the island right now. Because the moment Moody finds out about this you know he's not going to rest until those two are in his grasp. As for you, if you apologize I'm sure all will be forgiven. So come on, let's get to it."

"No." Wave replied. "I am not apologizing because I've done nothing wrong." He spoke.

"Wave, stop being unreasonable." Kuroh said.

"I don't think Wave is being unreasonable in the slightest." I spoke up. "Besides, he agreed to help Atalanta and I acquire a ship so there's no way I'm letting him leave before our business is concluded."

"Shut up!" Kuroh shouted at me. "An outsider like you should just stay out of our islands business. For it doesn't concern you in the slightest."

"Actually since Moody sent his marines to bully me and my crewmate that does make it my business." I calmly replied to Kuroh. "Furthermore are you really okay with how they treated Wave?"

"Of course I'm not okay with how they treated my best friend!" Kuroh angrily replied. "But, if we don't follow Moody's and his marines rules then they'll stop protecting the island from pirates that come here and allow them to run rampant. Innocent people will be killed."

"So you and the other islanders are fine with letting Moody and his marines lord over you if it means protection from pirates?" I asked. I then snorted. "Sound like Moody and those under his command are more pirate than marine if you ask me. Since true marines would never treat you like they are."

Hearing my words Kuroh was left speechless, a blank look appearing on his face.

I could almost see the gear grinding inside of his head. My words having stirred something within him.

Wave, Atalanta, and I remained silent as Kuroh focused on his thoughts.

But that silence was rudely interrupted when we heard shouting from outside the bar.

"Moody is coming, Moody is coming!" A male shouted.

"The captain is on his way here!" A female shouted.

These and other shouts rang out through the air, telling us the marine captain in charge of the branch here was heading in our direction.

"What? Why is Moody coming here?" Kuroh asked.

"Someone likely informed one of his subordinates or Moody himself directly of what happened here." Atalanta spoke. Having just finished her fourth drink. "Now just as Achilles said earlier because this Moody is self-entitled man-child who hates it when his words are ignored he's likely come to deal with us himself. Or taunt us as his marines do." She explained.

Taking the words right out of my mouth.

"Shit!" Kuroh cursed. "We're out of time."

"For what, escaping? Sorry Kuroh but there's no way I'm running." Wave spoke to his best friend. Which caused Kuroh to look at him. "Don't give me that look. I haven't lost my mind. I just know what I want, and that is to see the people of our home not to give away their hard earned money doing work they love to an entitled prick. I want the island to be filled with laughter and happiness again. And if that means I have to fight for it then so be it." He spoke.

Again, making me like Wave even more.

He's definitely a guy I can become friends with.

"Wave." Kuroh mused. "Alright fine. If you want to fight then fight. But I'll be damned if I let my best friend go at this alone." He said.

"Thanks Kuroh." Wave replied. A smile on his face.

"No problem." Kuroh retorted. Putting a smile on his face.

The two of them then came together and shared a manly handshake.

Telling me they truly are best friends.

After breaking their handshake Wave and Kuroh turned to me.

"Hey Achilles it was good to meet you, but you and Atalanta should definitely get out of here now." Wave said.

"Yes." Kuroh agreed. "For we have no business getting you involved in our battle."

"About that. I have a proposition for you." I spoke. "If I can get rid of Moody, I would like you to give Atalanta and I a ship free of charge."

"What?!" Wave and Kuroh simultaneously yelled.

"Are you serious?" Kuroh asked.

"Deadly." I replied. Looking Kuroh in his eyes. "So, what do you say? Interested?"

"I mean, sure if you can accomplish it then I wouldn't mind giving you a ship free of charge." Wave hesitantly spoke. Likely doubting I could do what I said.

But I am sure I can. Which is why I'm making this proposal.

"Wave, once again please stop encouraging this guys insane ideas." Kuroh spoke.

"Too late he already agreed." I said. "So with that I'll go fulfill my end of our bet. Atalanta, let's go." I spoke.

"Right." She said.

The two of us then started making our way toward the exit of the bar.

Preparing ourselves to deal with this captain Moody.

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