One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 83 When you're out in the game, you have to be mindful of social skills and relationships!

Early morning, at the tavern.

The pirates were all staggering and completely drunk, including the captains, who were snoring loudly.

"Damn it, my head hurts so much."

Marco woke up lying on his back under the bar, clutching his throbbing head. Looking at his companions lying on the floor, he felt even more depressed.

Last night, they lost the drinking contest.

At first, they had an absolute advantage with their numbers, and the Beasts Pirates were routed.

However, that one man alone took on more than a dozen captains and managed to get them all drunk and passed out.

Despite giving it our all, we still couldn't win!
"What a monster!"

Marco couldn't help but laugh and curse.

Although I lost badly in the drinking contest, I accepted the defeat wholeheartedly.

And they had a great time drinking.

Marco helped himself up from the bar and glanced around.

"Ok?"

Where are the Good People?

Wait, Ace is gone too!
not good!

Marco's expression changed instantly, and his somewhat drowsy mind cleared up in a flash.

Could that guy have secretly taken Ace away? If so, wouldn't they have fallen into his trap?

Marco anxiously shook everyone awake.

"Wake up, everyone!"

"Marco?"

Ace is missing!

"what?!"

The captains' expressions changed drastically, clearly realizing that something was wrong.

Just as they were about to leave the tavern and head to the port, the tavern door was violently pushed open with a loud crash.

It's Sachi, the captain of the Fourth Division.

Sachi excitedly pointed outside.

"Marco, come out here right now!"

"Ace is dueling with Goode!"

"what?!"

Marco paused for a moment, then relaxed.

Thankfully, I was just scaring myself.

"Let's go and have a look!"

As the group stepped out of the tavern, they immediately spotted two figures facing off at opposite ends of the street; the battle had not yet begun.

"Here, take them all."

Sachi chuckled and handed a large bag of snacks to the captain. As the cook, he had to be ready with logistics at times like this.

Sunflower seeds, cola, you name it, they have it.

The team leaders sat on the wooden tubs, eagerly anticipating the performance.

Marco's mind raced, and he made a malicious suggestion.

"opening?"

"Okay!"

"I bet on Ace, 100 Berries!"

"Damn it, you bet too little! I'm betting on Ace to win too, 500 Berries!"

"Ha, you guys are really useless. Marco is the bookmaker this time, so if we're going to win, we have to win big. I'm betting 2000 Berries on Ace!"

Most of the captains were betting on Ace.

Although Goode claimed to be stronger than Ace, seeing is believing, and they trusted Ace's strength more.

Moreover, Ace's domineering presence grew considerably after joining the crew.

Middle of the street.

Ace stared at Goode, his five fingers slowly clenching into a fist.

He initiated the challenge!
More than three months later, he is stronger than when he was in Wano Country, and this time, he will no longer rely on his abilities.

He must defeat the nightmare in his heart!
"Qiang!"

A domineering, jet-black aura enveloped his fist!

Ace's gaze sharpened, and he roared as he charged toward Goode.

"Good! Awoooooo!!!"

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The screen flashed.

Ace was stuck headfirst into the ground.

Goode pointed both fingers to the sky and circled around Ace in a victorious pose.

Win!

The team leaders stared wide-eyed, and their snacks fell to the ground.

"what???"

That's not it.
How did it end so quickly!

Ace, get yourself together!

You are the second division commander of our Whitebeard Pirates!
"Captain Ace?"

The pirates were all dumbfounded.

In that brief moment, they vaguely saw Captain Ace rush towards the man, only to be knocked down by an elbow, after which the man carried Ace and spiraled into the sky.

And then that was it. The loss was absolutely humiliating!

It would be better if they did it; at least they wouldn't embarrass their father.

"Haha, that was really close."

Good walked toward the captains and laughed heartily: "If we lose to Ace, I, the top leader of the Beasts, will have nowhere to put my face."

"Big sign?!"

The captains were startled.

"Huh, didn't Ace tell you guys?"

Goode looked surprised.

"Then let me formally introduce myself. My name is Groudon Good, one of the four All-Stars of the Beasts Pirates. Nice to meet you!"

"Um, nice to meet you!"

The team captains returned the greetings with a hint of resentment.

so far so good.

Ace losing to the top executives of Beasts was a bit embarrassing, but not that embarrassing, considering Ace was still a rookie.

"correct!"

Good snapped his fingers, and his subordinates immediately brought over a dozen large barrels of fine wine, along with some Wano Country specialties, and placed them in front of the captains.

Goode smiled and said, "I heard that Brother Kaido and Whitebeard were once on the same ship. I thought I couldn't come empty-handed, so I specially brought some fine wine and local specialties. I would like to trouble you to help me pass them on to Captain Whitebeard."

"This"

The captains looked at Marco.

You decide!

Marco was somewhat conflicted.

It's not a good idea to accept it.

It wouldn't be good to refuse.

"Don't be shy with me!"

Goode raised an eyebrow: "I'm counting on you guys to take care of Ace. He's too young and will inevitably cause trouble. You'll have to clean up his messes then."

"Don't worry, Ace is our comrade!"

Marco sighed helplessly.

Having said all that, it would be a bit pretentious to refuse now.

Pirates should be bold and decisive in their actions.

Yes, just like the man in front of me!
"Okay, I'll pass it on to Dad."

"That's more like it. I've also prepared some small gifts for you. Don't worry, they're nothing expensive, so please don't refuse them."

Goode was all smiles.

Hehehe, a bunch of naive pirates who don't understand human relationships. This kind of sweet talk will surely make you dizzy.

Now it's time to get down to business.

"Captain Marco, there's one more thing I'd like to ask you to do."

"what's up?"

Marco perked up.

He treated them to drinks and gave them gifts. He was also Ace's good older brother, and he was worried about how to repay him.

"Brother Goode, we will never refuse if it is within our power!"

"It's not a big deal."

Goode rubbed his shiny bald head and said with a helpless expression, "I've heard about the reputation of Pirate Paradise for a long time and have always wanted to see it for myself, so I'd like to stay on the island for a while longer. I hope you can allow me to."

"No problem at all!"

Marco breathed a sigh of relief.

He thought it was something serious!

"Thank you brother!"

Goode cupped his hands in a respectful gesture.

Unlike ordinary pirates, the Beasts cannot stay on the island without the permission of the Whitebeard Pirates.

Moreover, he had other motives.

"By the way, Captain Marco."

Good lowered his voice and said apologetically, "I have a small personal request, and I hope you can grant it."

"you say!"

"Can I get your autograph?"

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Marco's cheeks flushed rapidly, and seeing the other captains' barely suppressed laughter, he felt genuinely embarrassed.

So he's that popular?

Haha ...
After they parted ways, they went to the hotel.

Goode crossed his legs and stretched comfortably.

"Have all the photos been taken?"

"It's done."

Speed ​​pulled out a stack of photos.

There are photos of Goode with his arms around the captains, photos of members from both sides drinking together, and even photos of the captains carrying gifts onto the ship.

Everything was recorded.

Goode flipped through the photos, a smile appearing in his eyes.

Ace really helped him a lot by so easily gaining the favor of the Whitebeard Pirates!

“Sell these photos to Morgans!”

(End of this chapter)