One Piece: My Crew is from Other World-Chapter 42 – Ace!

Chapter 42 – Ace!

After hearing what Kuina said, Lu Yu fell into deep thought.

Most of the arms deals going around were purchased by powerful allies—and even the World Government was a customer.

The central figure behind this web of illegal trades was none other than Donquixote Doflamingo, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

If Lu Yu made a move against Doflamingo now, it wouldn't just be about taking down a Warlord. The ripple effect would reach the World Government itself.

And once that happens, they'd slap a bounty on his head without hesitation.

If the Navy sent an Admiral, combined with the World Government's influence and might, the Dragon Hunter Pirates wouldn't stand a chance.

"Kuina, don't worry about that for now," Lu Yu said calmly. "When the World Government created the Warlord system, they already chose to abandon the Allied Nations and other kingdoms."

"What they care about is balance—keeping the three major powers in check. But outside of that structure, new pirate groups like us... we're the wild cards."

"Of course, the Revolutionary Army is also a factor," he added. "But even with their strength, they're still hiding in the shadows."

"That's why we need to move carefully, step by step."

"When we reach the New World, I'll take you to tear down the so-called underground empire. But not yet."

Lu Yu's voice was steady, but firm.

Kuina's determination was admirable—but the path she was eyeing was one that touched the very core of this world's power balance.

Anyone who poked at that power structure too early was marked for elimination.

And Lu Yu wasn't planning to spend his life being hunted across the seas.

"...I understand, Captain," Kuina said softly.

She let go of him, wiping away the last of her tears with a smile.

Seeing her like this, Lu Yu nodded in approval.

Together, the three of them made their way back to the ship.

"Captain! We found an incredible pirate!"

Just as Lu Yu stepped on deck, Roelki rushed over, visibly excited.

He had stayed behind to guard their warship—the Evil Warship. After all, a ship this magnificent couldn't just be left unguarded.

"Incredible pirate?" Lu Yu raised a brow. "Aren't there already enough incredible pirates on this ship?"

Roelki froze for a second before scratching his head.

"Well... yeah, I guess we are kinda amazing too."

"But seriously, Captain—we found the Second Division Commander of the Whitebeard Pirates. Fire Fist Ace!"

Lu Yu's expression shifted.

"Ace? The son of Gol D. Roger... and the godson of Whitebeard?"

"Also a member of the D. clan," he muttered. "The one who'll trigger the Summit War in the future..."

Lu Yu quickly sifted through everything he remembered about Ace.

Why was Ace near the East Blue?

Could he be trying to visit Luffy before chasing down Blackbeard?

Or... more likely, knowing Ace's direction-challenged personality, he just wandered here by accident.

As for tracking Blackbeard—it probably depended more on dumb luck than any real plan.

"Fire Fist Ace, huh?" Lu Yu smirked. "Invite him aboard. We're old friends."

Back in Foosha Village, he used to mess around with those three troublemakers all the time.

Everything back then was to save money and prepare for their own journeys to sea.

During that time, he'd grown close with Luffy, Sabo, and Ace—and almost became a regular victim of Garp's love-fueled training.

Since Ace was here, why not catch up?

"But Captain... he's the Second Division Commander of the Whitebeard Pirates," Roelki said hesitantly. "His bounty is 550 million berries. You really think he'll come?"

Roelki didn't doubt Lu Yu's strength—he knew their captain could take on monsters.

But still, Ace's connection to Whitebeard added a dangerous layer.

Lu Yu simply grinned.

"He's my brother. He'll come."

Then he turned toward the ship.

"Susanoo, Tsukuyomi—get a feast ready. We're having a guest tonight."

"Understood, Captain!" the two chefs responded in unison.

Both had become the culinary backbone of the Dragon Hunter Pirates. Their skills were top-notch—far better than Akame's, though hers wasn't bad either.

"Alright, I'll go get him!" Roelki said, bolstered by Lu Yu's confidence.

Lu Yu's easygoing smile made it clear—he wasn't joking.

Roelki set off to bring Ace to the ship.

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"Huh? Dragon Hunter Pirates?"

Ace raised an eyebrow. "That new pirate crew? Never heard of 'em."

His main priority right now was Luffy.

Well, that and chasing down Blackbeard—though that idiot was annoyingly hard to pin down.

Blackbeard had been laying low for a while now. Maybe he was hiding because of internal Whitebeard politics—or maybe he was scared.

Either way, Ace wasn't interested in dealing with other pirates.

"Mr. Ace, our captain said you're his brother," Roelki pressed. "He's invited you to dinner—please don't refuse!"

Roelki had expected to be intimidated, maybe even grovel a little in front of Ace.

But as he stood there, all he could feel was pride.

He was a member of the Dragon Hunter Pirates.

And that meant something.

"His brother?" Ace blinked. Then he laughed. "Haha! I'm my old man's son!"

"Wait—did Whitebeard adopt this guy too?"

"Well, now I'm curious. Let's see who this 'brother' is."

Ace followed Roelki back to the Extreme Evil Warship7.

After all, his old man had a habit of picking up sons like seashells on a beach. Maybe this crew was one of them?

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"Damn... this is a nice ship," Ace said, admiring the sleek design.

"Your captain's got good taste."

Then, something hit his nose.

"Whoa—what is that smell?!"

He turned and saw a massive feast laid out across the table.

"Is this all for me?!"

Ace's eyes sparkled. Food was always the way to his heart—and right now, his stomach was winning.

He forgot all about pirate crews and rivalries.

Some things never changed—Ace, Luffy, and Sabo were still gluttons at heart.

"Yo, Ace! Long time no see!" a familiar voice called out.

Ace froze.

"...Lu Yu?!"

He turned and burst out laughing. "You're the captain of the Dragon Hunter Pirates?!"

"When did you become one of the old man's sons?"

Roelji blinked in shock. Wait... Lu Yu was Whitebeard's son!?

But if that were true, why start his own pirate crew?

Lu Yu waved off the idea.

"Nah. I'm not Whitebeard's son."

"Your old man's just getting old and forgetful."

"I heard that," Ace joked. "Say that again and I'll punch you."

Lu Yu chuckled. "Alright, alright. Come eat."

Ace grinned and plopped down at the table.

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