The Raid on the Merchant Navy Ship

Chapter 12: The Raid on the Merchant Navy Ship

With their sails unfurled and the wind at their backs, the Silverhair Pirates left Windmill Village and continued their journey. As they sailed through the open sea, they spotted a merchant ship in the distance. The ship flew a flag marked with the Marine insignia, indicating it was a supply vessel for a nearby Navy base.

Arthur's eyes narrowed. "A merchant navy ship," he said to his crew. "It's likely carrying supplies for the Navy. Let's take it."

Alex nodded, his sharpshooting eyes gleaming with excitement. "Let's show them what the Silverhair Pirates can do."

The Silverhair Pirates steered their ship towards the merchant vessel. On the merchant ship, the Marines tasked with guarding the supplies quickly noticed the approaching pirate ship. One of the soldiers shouted, "Pirate ship approaching! Prepare for battle!"

Another Marine recognized the flag and blanched. "It's the Silverhair Pirates! Their captain, Sergio D. Arthur, has an 80 million berry bounty, and their vice-captain, Alex D. Grey, has a 60 million berry bounty. They destroyed the G6 base!"

The Marines scrambled into action, readying their weapons and taking defensive positions. However, they did not recognize Rei D. Hiroshi, who stood beside Arthur and Alex, his sword ready.

The two ships collided, and the battle began. Arthur led the charge, his Conqueror's Haki knocking out several Marines instantly. Alex, from a vantage point, took out Marines with pinpoint accuracy, his bullets coated in Armament Haki.

Hiroshi moved through the ranks of Marines like a storm, his sword glowing with Haki. With a single, powerful slash, he cut down fifty Marines, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake. The intensity of the battle was fierce, with the sound of clashing steel and gunfire echoing across the sea.

Despite their best efforts, the Marines were no match for the Silverhair Pirates. As the battle came to an end, Arthur stepped over the fallen Marines and made his way to the merchant ship's cabin.

Inside, he found two young women tied up with ropes. They looked up in fear as he entered. Arthur approached them, his expression softening.

"Who are you?" he asked gently.

The older girl, with long black hair and a sultry appearance, spoke first. "I'm Lisa, and this is my younger sister, Surv. We lived with our grandmother, but she passed away. We had no income, so we tried to steal from this merchant ship, but we got caught."

The younger girl, Surv, had an oval face and charming features. She looked at Arthur with wide, hopeful eyes. "Please, we didn't mean any harm. We were just desperate."

Arthur nodded, understanding their plight. "It's okay. You're safe now. What are your skills?"

Lisa hesitated, then said, "I'm a navigator. I can read the stars and chart courses through the sea."

Surv added, "I'm a cook. I can prepare meals and manage supplies."

Arthur's eyes lit up. "We could use both of you on our crew. Join us, and you'll have a place to belong and a purpose."

Lisa and Surv exchanged glances, then nodded. "Thank you," Lisa said. "We'll join you."

Arthur smiled and untied their ropes. "Welcome to the Silverhair Pirates."

He handed each of them a physical improvement pill. "This will enhance your physical abilities. I'll give you an Armament Haki pill later, once you've learned how to use it."

As they integrated Lisa and Surv into the crew, Arthur couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. Not only had they successfully raided a Marine supply ship, but they had also gained two valuable new members.

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Descriptions:

Lisa: Black hair, sexy, around 19 years old. She carries herself with confidence and grace, her eyes sharp and intelligent, indicating her skills as a navigator.

Surv: Black hair, oval face, cute and charming, about 17 years old. She has a kind and cheerful demeanor, with a natural talent for cooking and managing supplies.

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The Silverhair Pirates set sail once more, their ship laden with supplies and new members. As they navigated the open seas, Arthur reflected on their growing strength and the bonds they were forming.

Alex approached Arthur as they sailed. "Captain, what's our next move?"

Arthur looked out over the horizon. "We'll continue to grow stronger and seek out new opportunities. There are many challenges ahead, but we'll face them together."

The crew trained and strategized, preparing for their future encounters. They knew that their reputation would only continue to grow, and with it, the challenges they would face.

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As they sailed towards their next adventure, they couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. The world was vast, and their journey had only just begun.