Sea Era 1496 – After a month of sailing, Leo finally arrived at the Sabaody Archipelago, one of the famous scenic spots in the first half of the Grand Line.
The journey had been relatively smooth. Leo didn't take the route to Fish-Man Island, but being unqualified, he couldn't use the lift. So he chose the most extreme method: he used his Sea-Prism Stone Mech to carry his submarine over the Red Line.
Leo landed at Pier 25 in the Sabaody Archipelago, a port in the lawless region. The moment he stepped ashore, he sensed malicious eyes all around.
The criminals hiding there sized him up shamelessly. Some even whistled provocatively:"Look at that handsome boy! That face is sure to attract all the ladies. And those deep, ocean-like eyes—anyone who collects human flesh would go crazy over him," a burly, bearded man commented as if he were selling a product.
"Boss Hook, why don't we go after this kid? Before the traffickers catch him, we can have some fun," another thug suggested.
Leo already suspected that several groups were plotting against him. So he came up with a bait plan. After all, who doesn't love money? To him, these thugs were just walking Bellies.
Along the way, Leo pretended to be a curious little boy, full of innocence, never bargaining. Even if he was being fleeced, he'd smile and thank the "boss." The villains, seeing him as a complete rookie, decided to act immediately.
"Hahaha, finally took the bait." Leo suddenly accelerated, slipping into a nearby alley. Those chasing him quickened their pace.
Unfamiliar with the route, Leo soon found himself in a dead-end. But his behavior surprised the villains. Calm and composed, he smirked at them:"Gentlemen, what's the matter with following me all this way?"
"Hehe, handsome boy, nothing important. We just want to show you the goldfish," one sneered.
Damn! Leo thought. These weren't ordinary human traffickers; these gangs were brutal, raping victims even before selling them. Anger surged within him. If you want to catch me, I'll kill you first.
Bang! Before Hook could speak further, he was shot in the head. His two companions froze, wide-eyed. They hadn't expected the little lamb before them to become a big wolf.
Yet the thugs didn't stop. They had long fed on the blood of others to gain power; the death of a small leader did nothing to deter their momentum. Weapons drawn, they charged at Leo, roaring.
Leo slowly put away his porcupine gun, clasped his hands together, and gestured a prayer toward the thugs.
"Hmph! Since you all wish to die, I'll grant your wish…" Before he finished speaking, streams of water shot from under Leo's cloak like relentless water guns. Soon, all the villains were trapped within water spheres.
Leo gazed at his creation with satisfaction, clearly enjoying seeing the criminals struggle in water. His face smiled, but his words were icy:"You know, mosquitoes are the most annoying insects in the world. They only suck blood and spread disease, contributing nothing. But if a drop of tree sap lands on one, it can, over time, become invaluable. You are like mosquitoes to the world. So I intend to give you the most glorious death."
Gradually, all the thugs ceased struggling, their bodies floating silently in the spheres like blue amber. After admiring them briefly, Leo bored of the scene, dug several deep pits, and threw all the spheres in, burying them completely—ending their evil lives.
Afterwards, Leo took out his "Dramatic Notebook" to record his words. "Hmm… I should've sounded more disdainful. Maybe I should've lifted my chin higher," he noted.
Leo knew he was no hero. Even if today's threats were from the Navy or the Revolutionary Army, he would eliminate them without mercy. His statements came purely from his middle school boyish temperament. Hah, pretending to be a pig eating a tiger is exhilarating… huh? Oops, I forgot to touch the corpses.
Oh well, consider them burial offerings. Leo quickly forgot about the thugs and continued wandering. Soon, he left Area 29 and arrived at Sabaody Park.
From afar, he heard cheerful screams. Approaching, Leo was stunned:"Wow! This really is the Mermaid Park—so beautiful!"
Ferris wheels, roller coasters, pirate ships, bumper cars, haunted houses… as a former shut-in, he had never experienced such thrilling attractions. Today, Leo was determined to enjoy every moment.
Yet, while riding, Leo realized something was off. He screamed on the roller coaster like everyone else—but why was he the only one alone? Frustrated, he vented his anger on other games. In bumper cars, he crashed only into couples, refusing to stop until they were out. In the haunted house, his fruit abilities made couples scream and get soaked.
After some time, Leo felt "full," though he had eaten only metaphorical dog food. Still, his body reacted honestly; his stomach growled loudly.
He then went to the food street. Night had fallen, and the street buzzed with activity. Leo searched several restaurants, all fully booked, until he found a small shop on a secluded hill.
"Boss, bring me everything you've got, and a drink too!" Leo ordered like a hero, oblivious to his underage status.
"Hey, kid, how old are you to order alcohol? Here," a short-haired, sexy female owner handed him a cup of lemonade, giving his cheek a playful pat before leaving.
Heh, heh, heh, I'm here to eat, not deliver. Why can't my sister wait until the guests start eating?
Soon, delicious dishes arrived. The aroma made Leo's appetite explode:"I'm eating!" He grabbed a plate of fried rice, shoveling it into his mouth, praising the food:"Wow, so good! Sister, your cooking is amazing!"
The sexy owner leaned on the counter, chin in hand, cigarette in the other, eyeing Leo like a fat lamb:"Generous offer! One million cups of Baileys!"
Pfft! Leo spat out his food."What? Heh, heh, heh, beautiful sister, don't joke like that."
She smiled, reaching behind the counter:"Kid, I'm busy. Look how delicious your food is. Now that you've eaten, don't tell me you can't pay, huh?"
"Oh no, no, I understand. But… your sunflower seeds are gold? Or is the rice made of gold?"
"Oh? Are you trying to cheat us?" The young woman pulled out a thick rod, roughly the size of an adult arm, and approached Leo, weighing it in her hands.
No! Miss, please don't! Leo finally remembered who this seductive extortionist was—Shachi. What did I do wrong? Every shop I enter could be a trap. I just want to eat… what's wrong with that?
Seeing her smile turn dangerous, Leo rolled his eyes and ate faster. A single man must eat quickly—either run afterward or get beaten. Better to eat more than argue.
Shachi froze. After years of extortion, she had never seen such a "fat lamb." After a brief pause, she grabbed Leo by the ear and dragged him out. Excited, Leo clutched the table edge, burying his face in the food, eating voraciously.
Seeing this, Shachi laughed in frustration:"Finally, after all these years in the sea, I open my eyes today. You little rascal… fine, enjoy your meal. Once you finish, I'll let you leave safely."
After a while, Leo cleaned the table and patted his stomach, burping:"Boss, one more juice, please. The food was a bit dry; I choked." Recognizing her as Shachi, he surrendered. No escape—stay, and he might die; run, and he'd die horribly.
Shachi glanced at Leo, who held a calculator, and whispered:"Selling the whole eye might lose profit. Better to sell it in parts—like heart, liver, spleen, lungs, and kidneys."
"Hey! Miss, I just ate your food. Why so harsh? I didn't say I wouldn't pay!"
Shachi paused, hearing Leo continue:"I just don't have enough money right now." The calculator clicked relentlessly.
Leo nearly fainted. "I'll trade intel for it!"
"Tch! Kid, do you know what you're saying? What valuable intel could you have?" Shachi narrowed her eyes at him.
Leo's mind raced. Though he knew much, he couldn't reveal all. Speaking of future events could get him killed. What if I trade a precious Devil Fruit for intel?
Shachi raised an eyebrow."Oh? If you have Devil Fruit info, why not get it yourself? Why wait? Lie to me, and you'll die worse."
Leo raised his hand; a stream of water burst from beneath his cloak."As you see, I'm a Devil Fruit user. No need to worry about lies. This is a very rare Logia-type Devil Fruit—enough to pay your bill."
Seeing Leo's strange abilities, Shachi's expression grew serious."Tell me. I can't guarantee he can pay for this meal."
"Hmph! Listen carefully. This Logia fruit is the Fruit of Thunder, from Skypiea," Leo said vaguely, confident now. If worse came to worst, he could summon Whitebeard—maybe even Shachi would become Aunt Shachi.
Shachi smirked at Leo:"Clever kid. That's your intel. Maybe I should dismantle you and sell the parts."
"Wow, then can you deliver my body to my father Whitebeard after I die? Consider it my final dying wish."
Shachi tapped his head with the rod, leaving a bump:"Finish your meal, then get out."
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