New Beginnings and Rising Tensions

As the Going Merry sailed away from Drum Island, a serene silence fell over the crew, broken only by the gentle sound of waves crashing against the hull. The Straw Hat Pirates were mesmerized by the sight before them—Hiriluk's Miracle had transformed the island into a wonderland of swirling pink snowflakes. The snow, created by Hiriluk's miracle powder, shimmered in the air like sakura petals in bloom. It was a hauntingly beautiful sight, and for a brief moment, the crew allowed themselves to take it all in, the legacy of the man who had dreamed of bringing life back to his home island.

But amid the beauty, one crew member was lost in thought—Chopper. Leaning against the railing, the young reindeer-turned-doctor stared out over the vast ocean, his expression distant. The others were caught up in the moment, enjoying the wonder of the sakura effect, unaware that Chopper's mind was somewhere else, deep in contemplation. His past, his training, and his new life as a member of the Straw Hat Pirates weighed heavily on him. He had never been part of anything like this before—a crew that accepted him, a family that wanted him. But still, doubts lingered.

The others, on the other hand, were too busy with their usual antics. Luffy was, of course, the first to break the silence, showing off his "nose chopsticks" trick by picking up pieces of food with his nostrils, much to the amusement of everyone. His antics brought a round of laughter from the crew, though they soon tried to pull Chopper into the fun. "Come on, Chopper! Join in!" Usopp urged, but Chopper just shook his head, still overwhelmed by the warmth and attention of his new friends.

Nami noticed Chopper's hesitation and gently reassured him, "That's just how we are. Don't worry. You'll get used to it." Slowly, Chopper started to soften. For the first time in his life, he was surrounded by people who accepted him for who he was—without judgment, without fear. He wasn't just a talking reindeer with strange powers anymore. He was part of something bigger.

Meanwhile, Vivi was taking care of Karoo, who had narrowly avoided freezing to death in the river during their escape from Drum Island. The ever-loyal duck had fallen into the ice, but it was quickly revealed that Karoo had jumped into the river to save Zoro, who had been knocked unconscious. As Vivi tended to Karoo, Zoro couldn't resist teasing the duck. "So you're just a big clumsy fool after all, huh?" he said with a grin. Chopper was surprised to learn that Karoo had been brave enough to jump in to save Zoro. He had expected the duck to be simply a comic relief, but now he realized that even the strangest creatures could be courageous.

As the conversation turned toward their new member, Chopper hesitated again. "I—uh, I can talk to animals," he admitted shyly, which piqued everyone's interest. Luffy's eyes widened. "Wait, really? You can talk to animals?" Chopper nodded, and Nami asked, "What else can you do?" That was when Chopper revealed that he had been trained by Dr. Kureha, the eccentric doctor who had taken him in as a child, and that he was actually a skilled doctor, capable of much more than just talking to animals.

Luffy, who had originally thought Chopper was just a reindeer with cool powers, now saw him in a new light. "That's awesome, Chopper! You're way cooler than I thought," he said with a wide grin.

Chopper's thoughts briefly returned to his medical bag, which he feared he had forgotten at Drum Island. He patted his side nervously, but Nami quickly reassured him, revealing that she had swiped it from the sleigh before they left. It seemed that Dr. Kureha had packed it with Chopper in mind, knowing that he would soon be leaving and would need his medical supplies. The gesture made Chopper feel an unexpected warmth in his heart.

The rest of the crew continued to celebrate, raising their cups in a toast to Chopper. It was a simple gesture, but it meant the world to the young doctor, who had never known such camaraderie. Overwhelmed by the joy of the moment, Chopper admitted, "I've never had so much fun before." He was beginning to understand that he had found something he never thought possible—a family that truly cared for him.

Meanwhile, back on Drum Island, Dr. Kureha and Dalton were discussing the ongoing events. Kureha, always philosophical, remarked that the true miracle of Hiriluk's life was not the powder or the pink snow, but rather the fact that Chopper had been sent out into the world to grow, to learn, and to become a doctor. Dalton, who had already decided to help reform the kingdom after Wapol's defeat, nodded in agreement, though his thoughts were troubled.

Dalton's mind wandered to a past memory—an event from ten years ago during the Levely. He had been in awe of King Cobra of Arabasta, who had stood up to Wapol for his arrogance and disdain for others. However, Wapol retaliated by assaulting Vivi, Cobra's daughter. Despite the public humiliation, Vivi forgave Wapol in front of the world, showing strength and grace under pressure. The memory of that incident stayed with Dalton, reminding him of the difficult path that lay ahead for the kingdom.

Dalton was snapped from his thoughts when he received a wanted poster for Luffy, showing a picture of the young pirate with a reward on his head. The message revealed that Luffy had passed through Robelle looking for Blackbeard and that he was headed toward Arabasta. The Will of D. was mentioned, and Kureha commented that Luffy's connection to this mysterious legacy was something to be watched. The poster also mentioned that Luffy was looking for Ace, his brother, and this information piqued Dalton's interest.

On the Going Merry, Luffy and Chopper were still marveling at the vastness of the ocean. Chopper was completely enthralled by how big the world was. "It's so... endless," he whispered. Just then, a giant bird swooped down from the sky, grabbing Luffy by the legs. Chopper screamed in panic, sure that Luffy was about to be eaten, but Luffy, ever the resourceful one, used his Gomu Gomu no Propeller to defeat the bird and send it crashing into the sea.

The bird, now dead, was brought aboard as fresh meat. Despite their annoyance at the interruption of their card game, the crew cheered when Luffy presented the giant bird, ready for cooking. Sanji wasted no time preparing a feast, and Chopper marveled at how adventurous and full of life the crew was.

As the crew feasted, Nami reminded everyone that they had a mission: to stop Crocodile, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, who was behind a plot to overthrow Arabasta. Vivi explained the structure of Baroque Works, Crocodile's criminal syndicate, detailing how it was organized with officers, agents, and thousands of subordinates. The crew quickly realized that Crocodile's forces were vast, and his intentions were clear—he was preparing to launch a coup in Arabasta.

As the mission to take down Crocodile grew ever more urgent, the crew continued to celebrate, but Raja contemplating on the side.

As the crew's excitement continued, Raja approached Chopper with a welcoming smile. "Come with me, Chopper," he said, guiding him toward the storage room. Chopper followed him curiously, wondering what was in store.

When they reached the storage room, Raja revealed an entrance to a new section—a pristine alchemy room stocked with shelves of medicinal books, potions, and herbs. In one corner stood an elaborate experiment setup with bubbling flasks and strange instruments. Chopper's eyes widened, utterly captivated by the collection of medical resources.

"Consider this your space, Chopper," Raja said, his voice filled with warmth. "It's equipped with everything a doctor could need, plus a bit more for experimentation."

Chopper's face lit up. "This… this is all for me?" he stammered, overwhelmed by the generosity.

Raja nodded. "You're our doctor now, and I expect you to experiment and keep pushing your medical skills." He glanced at the small bag tied to Chopper's side. "Speaking of which, tell me about these Rumble Balls you carry. Maybe we can work together to improve them?"

Chopper hesitated, looking down at the Rumble Balls. "They enhance my transformations temporarily… but sometimes they make things unpredictable. I… I don't fully understand all of their effects yet."

Raja's eyes sparkled with intrigue. "Then let's figure it out." And with that, they began working, running tests and experimenting with different ingredients. The two of them spent hours analyzing the Rumble Balls, using Raja's knowledge of alchemy and magic to modify the effects. Chopper's excitement grew with each discovery, his confidence as a doctor blossoming with every step.

Later, Raja gathered the crew, his demeanor serious. "Everyone, it's time to get focused," he announced, cutting through the cheerful atmosphere. "Our next stop is Alabasta, where we'll be up against Crocodile and his Baroque Works. If we're to make it through, we need to get stronger."

The crew fell silent, understanding the gravity of his words. Luffy clenched his fists with excitement. "I'm ready! Let's train!" he shouted.

Raja smiled, pleased with their enthusiasm. "Luffy, your training will focus on building stamina and control. We'll go through three stages. For now, start with Sun Breathing. It's challenging, but if you master it, you'll be a force to be reckoned with."

Luffy nodded, his eyes blazing with determination. Sun Breathing sounded cool, and he was ready to do whatever it took.

Turning to Sanji, Raja continued, "Sanji, I want you to master "Inferno Gale Breathing". It's designed to increase your agility and enhance the power of your fiery kicks." Sanji's eyes sparkled as he imagined himself moving faster than ever, his kicks sharper than before.

"And Zoro," Raja said, shifting his attention, " I want you to master Ashura Breathing. This will enhance your raw strength and allow you to connect with nature, giving you an edge in battle."

Zoro smirked, excitement gleaming in his eyes. "I'll master it," he declared confidently.

Usopp and Nami looked uneasy, knowing they'd have training too. Raja turned to them, his expression softer. "Usopp, Nami—you both will work on basic endurance, stamina, and combat skills. Nami, you'll need to increase Pole combat pratice with combat android , and Usopp, your aim and resilience will be essential so i want you pratice in shooting arena and complete it courses."

Raja " Nami and usopp i will create new equipment's for you guys befor we reach alabasta."

The crew agreed, their determination building as they anticipated the intense days ahead.