Uchiha Puppet Master, Starting from One Piece

As the sun set over the sea, its orange-red afterglow spread across the streets of Sicily. After leaving the shipyard, Bai Yu and his two companions bought a large amount of seafood and had the owner deliver it to a seafood restaurant next to the pier.

As the sun set, we headed straight to the seafood restaurant next to the pier. As soon as we stepped inside, the rich aroma of fresh seafood wafted over us. Live lobsters, plump crabs, and tender shellfish were neatly arranged on the counter, a dazzling array of choices.

Matsumoto Rangiku was the first to find a seat by the window. She casually flipped through the menu, her eyes full of excitement: "It's not easy to come to this pure land, so I must treat myself well. I'll have some lobster, crab, and scallops, as well as a pot of seafood soup, along with some fresh fruits and vegetables."

Robin smiled and agreed, lightly tapping the sashimi on the menu: "Let's order another sashimi platter. The seafood here is fresh, so the sashimi should taste great."

Bai Yu naturally had no objections. He called the shop assistant to place the order and asked the waiter to cook the seafood that had been delivered earlier.

Then, gazing out the window at the sea, a gentle evening breeze carried a faint fishy smell, and the image of his own pirate ship after its completion immediately came to mind.

Before long, the dishes were served one after another. The bright red crab meat was plump and full of sweetness when broken open.

The braised lobster, coated in a rich sauce, is tender and flavorful.

Scallops topped with minced garlic and cheese, grilled to a fragrant caramelized perfection, the sashimi platter with its clearly defined texture, dipped in special soy sauce, fresh and sweet, paired with a rich and delicious seafood broth, every bite is an ultimate taste experience. In fact, in the world of One Piece, mountain delicacies are the ultimate gourmet food.

However, there was no way around it; the pier was too far from the mainland, and there really wasn't anything worth visiting on the mainland of Cocossia Island.

"Seriously, let's start recruiting crew members once our ship is ready."

Matsumoto Rangiku spoke first.

"We definitely need to recruit crew members, but they must be people that everyone agrees on."

Matsumoto Rangiku picked up a lobster and ate it with great relish, oblivious to the little sauce on her lips. She mumbled, "This seafood is so delicious, much better than the buffet on the merchant ship. I wish the ship's kitchen could make this kind of food in the future."

Nico Robin carefully handed her a tissue to wipe the sauce from the corner of her mouth and said softly, "Once the ship is built, we can store fresh seafood and slowly study cooking techniques. Maybe we can make dishes that suit our tastes even better."

"Oh, Robin, you're so kind..."

Matsumoto Rangiku kept talking as she spoke.

In contrast, Nico Robin just smiled. She found Matsumoto Rangiku really interesting, as he was usually very easygoing.

Bai Yu ate slowly and leisurely, while refilling their drinks, creating a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

"Yes, I've rested well these past two days, and I have exactly one month to use my abilities."

Uchiha Hakuba still had his own agenda. By opening the world of Bleach with his Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan, he might be able to gain a new partner with a Zanpakuto.

After a satisfying meal, the night had deepened, and the shops along the streets lit up with warm yellow lights, while the noise from the bars drifted on the evening breeze.

Matsumoto Rangiku put down her cutlery, a hint of longing flashing in her eyes. She grabbed Robin's wrist and looked at Shiraha: "Since we're free tonight, why don't we go to a bar, have a few drinks and relax? We can't just stay cooped up all the time."

Nico Robin smiled and nodded, and Bai Yu did not refuse either. After the three of them paid the bill, they headed towards the liveliest bar not far away.

The bar was dimly lit, with loud, energetic music playing in the background. The aroma of alcohol mingled with the smell of smoke, and people danced freely on the dance floor while the bar was filled with customers drinking and chatting.

The three of them found a corner to sit down. Matsumoto Rangiku was the first to order a whiskey on the rocks, while Robin chose a fruit wine with a lower alcohol content.

"I want something special."

"Handsome guys, I recommend you try this special cocktail, Pink Memories. It's slightly bitter at first, but has a smooth and sweet aftertaste."

A pretty female bartender recommended it.

Uchiha Hakuba nodded and asked the waiter to bring him a cup to try first.

A moment later, three waiters brought a tray to the table, placing the whiskey, fruit wine, and special cocktail in turn before turning to leave. Uchiha Shiraha picked up the cocktail, took a small sip, and a hint of appreciation flashed in his eyes.

"not bad."

Matsumoto Rangiku took a sip of whiskey, her delicate eyebrows slightly raised, her eyes full of amazement: "This whiskey has a rich and refreshing taste, I'll have another glass later."

They had barely taken a few sips when three well-dressed men walked towards them. The one in the lead had slicked-back hair and wore a lot of gold and silver jewelry. As soon as he entered the bar, he gave Rangiku and Robin a flirtatious look, a greasy smile playing on his lips: "I didn't expect there to be such beautiful women in this little town. Come and have a few drinks with us, and you'll get your share of the benefits."

As he spoke, he prepared to walk over and reach out to touch Rangiku's shoulder.

A cold glint flashed in Rangiku's eyes as she turned to avoid his touch, slamming her wine glass heavily onto the table.

That's how it is in the world of pirates; the vast majority of pirates who go to sea are not good people.

Beautiful women are naturally more likely to be harassed.

Seeing this, Matsumoto Rangiku wasn't going to let it slide, her tone sharp: "Put your dirty hands away, don't make a fool of yourself." The man's face immediately darkened, and his two henchmen stepped forward, their expressions menacing: "You bitch, you don't know who we are! In Sicily, no one dares to talk to us like that!"

The leader was even more arrogant, reaching out to grab Robin's wrist while cursing, "You ungrateful bastards, today I'll teach you a lesson!"

Just as his hand was about to touch Robin, a force suddenly slapped his wrist away, and he staggered back a few steps, falling flat on his face.

"Get lost, don't interrupt our drinking."

Seeing this, the three men were instantly enraged. Thinking Uchiha Hakuyu was just an ordinary young man, they rolled up their sleeves, ready to attack: "How dare you meddle! We'll take you all down today!"

Seeing this, the surrounding guests quickly moved aside. Everyone recognized that the three men were a combination of pirates and bandits, who usually acted arrogantly and no one dared to provoke them. They couldn't help but feel worried for Bai Yu and his companions.

Just as a conflict was about to erupt, the bar's door was pushed open, and the evening breeze, carrying the darkness of night, rushed in, instantly silencing the noisy bar. A tall, imposing figure walked in, with red hair and three scars on his face.

"Why is Shanks from the Grand Line here? Isn't it said that once you go to the Grand Line, you can never come back?"

Clearly, this isn't a place that just got internet access. Everyone knows about famous pirates like Shanks, as it's common knowledge.