“What’s your first demand or topic, Arata?” Captain Israel asked, as she finally faced towards me with her eyelids closing down and her face forcing itself to lift above her neck. Captain Israel was like a zombie with the face of an angel. Although she looked like a stressed college student who had three hours of sleep, Captain Israel looked gorgeous as ever, excluding the leaves surrounding her. “HOLY SHIT! YOU LOOK LIKE A TIRED LAW STUDENT TRYING TO PASS THE BAR EXAM?!” I commented. I couldn’t hide my surprise as I yelped as loud as my lungs and mouth could. And I didn’t even know why I associated Captain Israel as a law student. “A… law student? What does that mean? I only know about… students, but what is a law scholar?”“Law students are the ones who study law. You know, the rights and republic acts and all of that stuff. It doesn’t matter. My joke is terrible, and you don’t have to worry about that.”I didn’t explain much of what I wanted to say and let the joke die together
Captain Israel then continued her words as she gripped her hands and curled her fist into a ball of wrath and regret. “Captain Blackbeard was a close friend of mine. We two wanted to rule the world… We wanted to have something we could get, so we used our strength to snatch what we could have. And we did. But as time passed by, our interests changed. I realised that these pirate crews I have were dear to me, and killing all people was something that left a bitter taste in my mouth. However, Captain Blackbeard didn’t. She continued the killing spree, and she walked the path where nobody dared visiting. She drowned herself in power. Captain Israel became a monster we are trying to fight.” “But then you’re still a murder,” I uttered instinctively, even after what Captain Israel had told me. “You still helped her achieve that feat. You were by her side. And I get it. You want to change, and I welcome that. But that doesn’t make you an angel in disguise. I am not here to blame you, Capta
But before Captain Israel could fall fast asleep, she broke the silence and brought up one last thing… one last request from me. “What did you want to ask me? I remember you’re about to say something,” she said, as Captain Israel turned and faced towards me, still with her eyes wide awake. But her body wished for a night long rest. “Is it more gold, riches, fame, or my people? I know you’re not the kind of person who would ask such things, right, Arata?”I cleared my throat and uttered, trying to cut out of the chase. Since this was the last thing we had to talk about for tonight, I planned on resuming all the details I could tell her for tomorrow. “There’s something I want to know… Something I want to learn. Teach me how to fight… Teach me on how to use a sword, cast my spells efficiently. So I can protect my sister…” I answered, with a blank and serious expression carved on my face. “If I can protect my sister, I can protect your people. Once I learn all of these things, I assure
By the time I left the cavern and went outside, the place had turned black, and the moon finally showed itself to us. And the moons were shaped as squares, which never ceased to amaze me. The stars had different figures as well, so I spent some time appreciating the skies before proceeding towards the beach where the pirates and the ruined ship awaited me. But as I traversed my way towards the bumpy and the mossy road, clanking noises and a choir of people chanting and yelling at each other pierced my ears. And when I finally stepped on the vantage point, a… circus awaited me.The pirates had a blast of their own and partied like animals. And if I squinted my eyes to view what they had in their hands, those pesky pirates held bottles of booze and tossed and turned the barrels at the side. Well, I didn’t even have to instruct them to do that. And this sight was beyond my expectations. There were torches that lit the forest, and others gathered around a campfire with a few mackerels
“Then what did you do there? Captain Israel isn’t the type of person who would invite and talk to someone about the weather. And I know you. Even though you have that slacked off expression painted on your face, you’re a sly fox that wants nothing more but to benefit yourself and your sister.” I didn’t reply to Azure’s words and remained silent. But after a few moments, I gave in and answered whatever this girl wanted from me. “I just came to visit her. Again, I do not have any ill intentions towards your captain-...”“Bullshit!” Azure said, as she accidentally… or deliberately raised her voice. But the moment she realised she caught the attention of the nearby pirates, Azure cleared her throat and repeated her words. “Bullshit. Like I’ve said, Arata. You wouldn’t do such a thing. And I wouldn’t believe that you’re just there visiting as if the Captain is your friend!”“Before cutting me off, care to listen to the entire explanation? Well, it’s not that I will tell everything I know,
Kirameki and I stayed inside the cavern and accepted Captain Israel’s request to sleep inside, together with Azure and Francoise. It was a funny story, actually. The two pirates were hesitant for us to hit the sack with them as if we were sharing a bed. Azure told us that I was a thief more than a pirate, and Francoise called me a powerful perverted being, which I was not. it was far from the truth. Thankfully, Captain Israel intervened and forced Azure and Francoise to shut their craps before she could spank the hell out of them. As we survived the night, I proved Francoise and Azure wrong. But it seemed that these two pirates had less sleep than the rest of us, considering they were up all night guarding their bodies. I couldn’t care less about it and moved on. The days here in Kepler moved slower than usual, giving us more resting time than on Earth. Even though we were still awake late at night, Kirameki and I still slept for eight hours and woke up early in the morning where the
“Not to mention, the thing I’d like to ask,” I continued. “I see… Very well. Let me pull off some strings with the crew.” Captain Israel then called for a few of her comrades and prepared a meal for my sister. Those friends the Captain had were Sally. Out of all the pirates that could help us, fortunately, it was Sally and the four, who were good friends with my sister. After getting things done, Kirameki went and shadowed Sally and the rest of her friends to the dining area. The pirates didn’t call for her attention, considering Azure supervised the scene. Sally also handed me over a bowl filled with the scrumptious soup and a wooden and carved spoon as my utensil. Captain Israel was also handed one just like mine. According to my system, the light meal did not contain poison and it was nutritious enough to increase my mana even for a few hours. There might be something added in its herbs, so it was best for me to consume everything at once. But I still had something to settle wi
“Rapiers are one handed thrusting swords that can easily cut through anything like a cavalier sword… or a broad sword. It also weighs the same, so the misconception of rapiers being light and quick actually depends on the way you use it. But for me, I want it to end quickly. And being nimble to damage enemies while blocking and lunging my blade surely does the trick. I want you to master it.” This was my first time hearing such information regarding rapiers. I didn’t know why Captain Israel was brainwashing me into using one, but this was the only weapon I had. Although this wooden-like, but not really, practice sword was effective, Captain Israel warned me that the real rapier was hefty and a beast of a blade. …….. “Your form is immature. You’re reckless. The way you swing your sword is just like what a six year old kid would do! Thrust your wooden sword! Trust your weapon as if it’s connected to you” Those were some of the words Captain Israel commented and insulted to me as I s
Arata wasn’t the type of person who could present a speech, nevertheless in front of the crowd. Owari, on the other hand, was a scientist. He had always showcased his research to everyone, and the entire world would be watching him. But the thing was… Arata had learned something valuable. And that was, he knew that these people would listen to him and cheer for his name. It wasn’t because he was willing to control the town, but he wanted to lead the place into a brighter future. Much so with Owari.That was why Arata had to be the first to do this. He was the one who paved the path.“Citizens of the Honeywood town!” Arata shouted. “My name is Captain Arata, leader of the pirates! As you may know, the pirates and the soldiers, at least, for this village of Honeywood, have decided to unite with one another! Although I have yet to live a long life, I know, for a fact, that my mentor, Captain Israel, the former Captain of the pirates, had wished this kind of thing to happen. And it happe
“Pirates… and soldiers working together for this global war.” Arata pondered to himself for a while before handing Owari his answer. “Don’t you think the Kingdom will be the one who gets to decide the last? If you’re asking me, I’ll… notify the pirates back from the Abandoned Barnacle ship and ask them about this. But knowing them, they will definitely agree to it too.”And that's what they did. As soon as the meeting ended, Owari and Arata got out of the town hall and told everyone they had to gather around the plaza. An announcement would occur in a few moments, and that was enough to attract the people’s attention, including Arata’s pirates.While that was happening, a messenger appeared before Owari and Arata, the two leaders of the Honeywood town and the pirates respectively. When Owari noticed this was the same messenger, Luke Formis, he greeted the mailman of this world and asked what was the matter.“We’re about to send a message to the King about the situation. You're just in
“Who’s going to go first?” Arata asked the most important thing of them all. “I suggest it has to be you, mister cowboy. “Stop calling me cowboy, Arata.”“Alright, cowboy.”Arata never gave Owari a chance to explain this sudden attitude. The man just saw Owari as a cowboy because of his cold demeanour with a gun in his hand. Nothing more, nothing less. Eventually, Arata stopped calling Owari names such as the recent “Cowboy” attempt and continued on with the meeting.Owari let whatever Arata wanted to call him slide and be the first one to elucidate what he had found out.“I got the chance to meet Sebastian.”“You did?” Arata couldn’t help but react. When he saw Owari’s eyes throwing daggers in his direction, Arata nodded to himself and muttered, “Yeah. I thought so. Sorry.”After a faint cough, Owari resumed his story. “I met Sebastian’s holographic image…” Owari paused for a second and studied Arata’s confused look on his face. “In your world, I assume you also have some kind of ho
Owari sat parallel with Arata as the two exchanged what they had learned from the Empire and from Captain Blackbeard.It was already late at night, so the two had sent their family members to sleep. Kirameki insisted she should join the meeting, but Owari was the one who had advised her to have a complete bed rest. “If you want your brother to not worry about you, listen to what I’m saying. I’m a doctor, so...”With that Kirameki had no fighting chance against Owari as she returned to her room and went to the dream world for as long as she had remembered.Rex was drowsy to begin with, so there weren’t extra steps between Owari and Arata to be done besides reminding him about the time.Hence, Arata and Owari were the only ones inside the office of the Honeywood town. It was also the municipal hall, where there was a giant crater above their heads.Before the assembly would start, Arata had to suggest that they should bring more individuals in this room. Although the place was a bit cr
Third Person Point of ViewArata's and Owari's perspective………….As soon as Owari heard the Empire had someone who was aiming to kill him and the Kingdom, he immediately returned to the municipal hall. He also found out there was a sudden blast and smoke emitting near the plaza. "It could only be the townhall," thought Owari, as he raced towards the place. The man even met with the soldiers who wished to escort him. But Owari was too speedy. Since the townspeople already knew their Mayor's prowess, they didn't mind being tossed aside, since it was for the best interest of the town.While that happened, Arata had also ended his conversation with the strongest pirate, Captain Blackbeard. The moment Ahmya had bid Arata farewell, Arata looked at Kirameki and called for Rex. Just like what Ahmya had promised, the two children were unharmed. But a gigantic hole was left from the ceiling, marking Captain Blackbeard's breach from the office.Fortunately, during that time, Kirameki had woken u
Ahmya answered, “It’s because my people are dying. Unfortunately as it is, I cannot run the community with no money in my hands. We still have to purchase or hunt food that is not raw or collect edible monster meat. It’s disastrous.”“But… I know you. You’re planning on turning your back against Sebastian too… You’re the type of person that will ditch others as long as you find them useless or… they do not benefit you.”“Hardly so… But it depends. Right now, I do not see any advantage to relieving my ties from Sebastian. And answering that is not of your concern.”“On to the third topic - Sebastian. Sebastian Serra is, like I’ve mentioned, an isekaid person and the trump card of the Empire. He has mastered the art of creating weapons, much like from Owari. But better.Arata had a million questions in his mind. Samples of these were: Why, out of all people, Captain Blackbeard, the person who tried killing all male pirates, including Arata, to be invited to this catastrophic party with
Arata’s PerspectiveThird Person Point of View_______________________Owari had advised Arata to stay indoors and protect the people they cared about, especially Rex and Kirameki. And so he did. At first, Arata was sceptical about this plan. But the moment he remembered they were up against Captain Blackbeard, the Kingdom, and the Empire, having someone to look out for Rex and Kirameki was the best decision they could have.Kirameki was still unconscious, and Rex tried his best to stay awake. But he was just a child. His weariness got the best of him, so he slept on the extra mattress, right next to Kirameki. Arata and the two children were inside the same room, and all the guards were standing their posts outside the room, waiting to inform Arata and Owari of any intruders within the area. But the thing was… the trespasser had already breached themselves inside the town hall. And it didn’t take long before Arata could meet that person.Arata promptly sensed someone’s presence in his
And his son, Rex, was on the line.“I have heard… from my trusty information breaker that you have a son and a wife. It’s unfortunate that I couldn’t kill your wife before she could… But I leave my regards to Ahmya. And… And. You still have your son with you, right? I’d bet the world would press against you if you see your son, Rex, cripple and fall in front of your eyes… Now, wouldn’t that be a sight to behold, Owari Ryutarou?”“Also, I suspect that there is also another person who has been reincarnated just like us. Sebastian added, as he stood there, returning Owari’s gaze.Ahmya… Ahmya Shirahama was the name of Captain Blackbeard, the one who had murdered Owari’s life, Elizabeth. She was the one Owari had been looking for. But right now, the person in front of him, Sebastian, knew exactly where Captain Blackbeard was hiding.“You… You made a deal with the devil? You know Captain Blackbeard? What is your relationship with her…? TELL ME!”Captain Blackbeard was known to be a fraud
Owari’s Perspective Third Person Point of View ____________________________________ It didn’t take a genius to know that the Empire had acquired a new fellow that had the same intelligence as Owari, even greater! Owari was a scientist and a doctor, not an engineer or an inventor. He only had the blueprints of these firearms and mimicked what they could and couldn’t do in the process. But against a person who had studied far more books about machines and weapons would be the victor of this match. Not to mention, this supposedly reincarnated person was backed up with the Empire’s funds, making him or her the most powerful individual next to Captain Blackbeard. “I should tell Arata about this.” But the moment Owari tried retreating, his arcane detected something unusual in his surroundings. And when he checked for the anomaly’s origin, he had found a strange figure of a man appearing from the shadows. The odd part about it was that… this individual didn’t have any mana within him. I