Dangerous Pursuit: Mad Dash for Treasure!!

''It was a nice day at the Ocean. There was barely any wind, the sky was clear, and the Silver Wind Pirates were bored as hell. Maverick was attempting to pry Sparkles off of a railing, Dan and Shin were up to another one of their scams, Teven was flirting with Sherry, only to get scolded by his sister Leona, and Corey was leaning at the bow of the ship. It was the usual at the Crusading Justice.''

Corey: (Sighs) Another wonderful day of sailing. I wonder how everyone's doing?

The captain looked back to see everyone doing their daily routine.

Corey: I guess some things never change.

''Just then, a seagull dropped a bottle onto Corey's hand. Both surprised and curious, Corey opened the bottle and took out the rolled up paper. Corey smirked as he found out what was inside. Barret walked up behind and looked over his shoulder. Corey turned his head around and jumped.''

Corey: WAAAAH! Barret! How long were you there?

Barret: None of your business. So, I guess we're up for a treasure hunt then?

''Corey smirked at his first mate. He had a feeling that this was going to be a wild ride''

Corey: Hell yeah it is.

Meanwhile, on the ship of another pirate crew

Cheerful music could be heard being played on the ship's deck, with a young woman singing next to a somewhat tall man with blue hair.

Shinku: Yohohoho! Yohohohooo! Yohohoho! Yohohohooo! Yohohoho! Yohohohooo! Yohohoho! Yohohohooo! Going to deliver Binks' Sake! Following the sea breeze! Riding on the waves! Far across the salty depths! The merry evening sun! The birds sing as they draw circles in the sky!

''The Jolly Pirates were in yet another festive mood as they anticipated the next island they would stop at next. All the while, dreaming of making it to Raftel someday in order for Spike to become Pirate King. Most of the crew members, like Shinku and Bach, were out on The Jolly MK II's deck, while others like Lawrence were resting within the ship. At the helm, Karen was seen steering the ship with a calm, yet happy look on her face. She was very clearly enjoying the music.''

Karen: Ah, this is nice! OI, SHINKU! You're singing's as great as ever!

Shinku: Thanks Karen! I'm glad you like it!

Bach stopped playing for a moment.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: Oi, what about me? This melody didn't come out of thin air, ya know!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Karen and Shinku: Oh, that's right! We forgot! Sorry Bach!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: WHAT DO YA MEAN, "WE FORGOT"?! I'VE BEEN STANDING HERE ALL THIS TIME!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">After ''that, the music began to play again and Shinku returned to her singing. Over on top of the lounge, sitting on the roof of the structure, Chris was seen laying on his back and watching the sky with a calm and happy face as well.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Tootootoo!! They forgot you again, Barry!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: IT'S BACH!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Tootootoo!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''As Chris was laughing, a bird passed by overhead and dropped something. It landed with a thud on Chris' face, landing directly on his eyes and the bridge of his nose.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: OW! STUPID BIRD!! THIS BETTER NOT BE POOP!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Chris shook his fist angrily at first, but then inspected the item in his hand. It was a bottle of some kind. And what's more, it had a letter inside!''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Oi, Shinku! Alert the others on the lookout's Den Den Mushi! We got something!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Karen: Wait, shouldn't Shinku have warned us about this in the first place?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The three looked at Shinku with a bit of an annoyed expression.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: Oh, that's right!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">She rubbed the back of her head.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: I'm the Scout! I remember!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Chris, Bach, and Karen's heads drooped, since they couldn't believe they had a Scout who forgot to fulfill her duties. Nontheless, Shinku raced up to the main mast, entered its elevator, and made her way to the crow's nest/lookout.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: So, what's up with this bottle? We got a message?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Guess so... I can't wait to read it!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris attempted to throw the bottle to the floor, in order to smash it open.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Karen: WAIT! We should at least wait until the others get here!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Awwww... But I don't wanna wait, Karen!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Despite wanting to see what the letter had on it, Chris agreed to wait for his crewmates to arrive onto the deck.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: HELLLLLLLLLOOOOOO!!!! CALLING ALL SHUT-INS! CALLING ALL SHUT-INS! WE HAVE A BOTTLE WITH A LETTER INSIDE!! COME OUT ONTO THE DECK, A.S.A.P.!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Meanwhile.............

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">????: RRRRRRRRRRRAAAAAAAAAAAAAANNNNNNNNNNNNNNNDDDDDDDDDDDDDDYYYYYYYYYYYYY!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: Yes, Sara?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sara: Look what I found in the mail.............

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Hands Randy a golden map.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: A tresure map..............

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: DID I JUST HERE TREASURE?!?!?!?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: Keep your voice down baka!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: What did you say?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: I said shudapp!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: THAT'S IT! BRING IT ON PYRO COOK!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''As the two cousins are about to clash Rachel appears before them in a flash. ''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: Please don't fight................( tears up) please...............

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: Don't cry.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: Yeah, we were just playing around.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: Okay.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: You tricked us?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: Keep it down. So what do you guys think?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">All: LET'S FIND SOME TREASURE!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: It's a trap.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">All: What?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: FULL SPEED AHEAD!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">At the Crusading Justice...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">All ''the crewmembers of the Silver Wind Pirates arrived at the deck. Corey went in front of the crowd and looked at all of them. The captain cleared his throat and pulled out the treasure map.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: As you can see, a treasure map seemed to have fallen from the sky. This means that destiny has smiled upon everyone. And no Maverick, it's not toys for Sparkles.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Maverick sighed in disappointment. Sherry raised her hand up high.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Yes Sherry?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sherry: Does this mean that we will find One Piece?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The crew members then started to whisper amongst themselves, talking to each other about their plans with the treasure.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: No, it doesn't. If it was, then we would have to fight a crap load of crews, including the Black Coat Pirates.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: What about the Skyline Pirates, or even the Devil Spawn Pirates?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: First of all, who the heck are the Skyline Pirates? Second of all, if we encountered the Devil Spawn Pirates, then it will be a reunion.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Everyone gasped at Corey's first response.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Everyone except Corey: What do you mean you've never heard of the Skyline Pirates!? They're the greatest crew to ever live!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Corey had a weak smile on his face, chuckling to himself while scratching his head. He then shook that off and looked out to the distance.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: If we don't have any more questions, then let’s go!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Teven went to the wheel. The stronger members of the crew hoisted the sails, and Corey climbed up to the Crow's nest.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Back on The Jolly MK II

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">By now, ''the rest of The Jolly Pirates had arrived, making all 13 accounted for. Well, except for Shinku, who seemed to be taking a long time in order for her to get back down to the deck. Her crewmates didn't seem all that surprised however, as most of them sighed with a dissapointed look on their faces.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: She got caught up in something again, didn't she?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt: How much do you wanna bet that she somehow managed to get her tail tied up by the Den Den Mushi's cable?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Don't worry everyone, I’m on it...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">It took a while to wait for Spike to reach the lookout/crow's nest, untangle Shinku, and have the two come back down, but when they did, the crew finally got down to business.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Good, so now we can start?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The rest of the crew nodded their heads.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Alright! Then here we g-

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Somehow, during the wait, the bottle managed to get out of Chris' hand and into Wyatt's. He had already begun trying to open the bottle, but got his finger stuck when reaching for the letter.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Damn it Wyatt! I was gonna smash it!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt: Hehehe... Sorry guys, I got a little stuck.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt ''made an apologetic, yet playful expression, hoping that his crew would go easy on him. They sighed yet another sigh of disbelief first, then Sakura unsheathed Arashi no Tankoushoku/Pink Storm. Wyatt seemed to be afraid as she drew near him.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt: UM...! UM...! S-S-SAKURA, THAT'S OK! MAYBE WE DON'T NEED TO KNOW WHAT'S IN THE BOTTLE!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: Don't worry, this'll be painless.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: Oh, but if you cut off his finger, he won't be much of a Sniper. That's his index finger after all.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt: SPARE MY INDEX FINGER, SAKURA!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">With one swipe, the ''flat side of Arashi no Tankoushoku made contact with the bottle. It seemed only Sakura took notice of the swing, meaning it was too fast for the others. Wyatt went blue in the face. There was a second or two of silence as Sakura withdrew her sword. After waiting for a while, the bottle began to crack. Soon, the cracks began to split even more, eventually resulting in the destruction of the bottle and the freedom of the letter. Glory was the one to snatch it from the air. Wyatt still remained as a lifeless statue for the time being, with only the broken neck of the bottle still stuck to his right index finger. His mouth was left hanging open and his eyes had gone blank. A blue coloration was still splashed across the mid-section of his face, underneath his eyes and on the bridge of his nose.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt: ...!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Now let's see... OOH! IT LOOKS LIKE...!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Everyone except Glory: Yeah?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">(On the Falcon)

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: YAY! We’re gonna die!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sara: Don't be happy baka!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aron: This is a serious matter.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: I know. Alright! Let's get serious.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Ray: That's the Randy I know.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: FULLER SPEED AHEAD!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">All: AYE SIR!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Mi: RRRRRRRRRRAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWW!!!!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Ray: We are approaching the island.........

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: Be ready for anything................... GUARD UP!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">All: Aye sir...........

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Back at the Crusading Justice...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: ABOUT FREAKING TIME!!!!!!!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''After what seemed an eternity to Barret, only being a half an hour to everyone else, they saw the island. Everyone except Corey was in a big circle.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Leona: I wonder what's going on with Corey, he's been in the crow's nest for quite a while.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rukvhark: Rukvhark hungry. Captain make food for Rukvhark now!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Maverick: Shhh! Sparkles is about to perform for us.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: I DON'T GIVE A DAMN ABOUT THAT CAT! I JUST WANT TO GET THERE!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret takes the cat and punts it off the ship.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Maverick: SPARKLES!!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Maverick jumps in after his cat, leaving sweat drops on everyone's heads. Corey then jumps down with a serious look on his face.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Guys, get ready.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Leona: Is there something wrong Corey?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: It looks like we have competition. Might be the Devil Spawn Pirates, might be the other guys, but all I know is that there's another ship with a jolly roger of a skull.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Liu Shin uses his advanced Kenbunshoku Haki to sense the ship. He turns towards his crew and sighs.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Liu Shin: Don't worry about them. They're just the Jolly Pirates.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''A smirk came from Barret as he pulled out his list of people he always wanted to fight. He looked down the list, from Admiral Akainu to Drake the Dragon. He finally reached to a certain fighter named Spike the Ancient Fighter.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: Oi Teven! Go to that ship!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Teven: Why baka?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: Because, I want to fight someone.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The crew face palmed at Barret's remark, only leading to the first mate being kicked off by Corey.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: NOT COOL COREY!!!!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Leona turned to Corey with a worried look.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Leona: I think we should save his life again.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: (Sigh) Fine.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Corey tosses a rubber ducky life preserver to Barret. He caught is and hung on to it for dear life.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: Well Mr. Quackers, you are the only true friend I have ever had.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">On The Jolly MK II

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: A treasure map?! Sounds exciting!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Yeah, can you imagine?! A chance for a little adventure and some serious cash as well! It's a win/win situation!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: I'm up for some treasure hunting. Who knows, we might find some interesting discoveries while we're there.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''The Jolly Pirates had learned of the treasure map and had made their way to the island it pointed to. As they approached it, Shinku went back up to the lookout. It wasn't long until she noticed something on the binoculars.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: Guys! Head's up! There's another ship close by!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aphro: Is it a friend or enemy, Ms. Shinku?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: Hold on...!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Shinku checked the flag. Sure enough, it was a pirate flag, though the Jolly Roger seemed to be unfamiliar to the crew.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: It's a pirate ship! But I can't make out who it belongs to!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Well, we have a number of nakama now, so maybe it's someone we met before you joined?! Like, The Dreaded Pirates or maybe The Pudge Pirates! Maybe it could even be The Four Legged Pirates again!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: I hope not. If Pan and his cronies show their ugly faces one more time, I promise I won't hold anything back!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Karen: Me too! I'm stronger now, so I can definitely take that goat guy down!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Feeling curious, Chris used his Clay Clay Angel to create a pair of angelic wings in order to fly up to the top of the lookout and see for himself. He looked through the binoculars and saw the same Jolly Roger.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: It's true guys! Shinku wasn't lying; it's an unknown pirate crew! Be careful!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Hanuman: Uh-oh! It bad when Chris say "be careful!"

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Yeah, so we gotta be on our toes for this one! Everyone, let Chris, Sakura, Bach, and I handle this! You guys stay put and keep out of trouble!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris came down from the lookout, using his Clay Clay Angel technique, carrying Shinku under his right arm.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris, Sakura, and Bach: OK.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris put Shinku down onto the deck of the ship gently.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Everyone except The Supreme Quartet: OK, Spike!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: You're so brave, Spike! I just know you'll crush those guys!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris [groaning]: We're in this too, ya know Glory...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: And we never said anything about fighting them either.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: We'll do our best.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Just as The Supreme Quartet were about to fly over to the other crew's ship, via Chris and his Clay Clay Angel, they noticed Berret being jetissoned from his own ship.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: DID...? DID THAT GUY JUST GET KICKED OFF HIS OWN SHIP?! WHO ARE THESE GUYS?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: They seem to be a bunch of weirdos like you.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Everyone except Karen and Sakura: OI, WE'RE NOT WEIRDOS, RUNE!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Oh well, i'm getting bored with just standing here. We'll just have Spike or that Musician guy help that other pirate since Spike and I can't swim. OFF WE GO THEN!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris gathered up the other three in huge clay hands while taking off into the sky.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: OI, I'M NOT "MUSICIAN GUY!!!" I'M FREAKING BACH!!! HOW CAN YOU FORGET ME SO EASILY?!!! I MEAN, I'M A LONG-ARM WITH TWELVE ARMS!!! YOU GUYS ARE JUST DOING THIS ON PURPOSE NOW!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Ugh... You shouldn't have mentioned that Long-Arm guy's problem, Chris. Now he's going to be screaming in our ear...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: IT'S Bach!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">On the Falcon

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sara: We are! We are! We are!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: On the cruise! WE ARE!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Mi: RRRRRRRRRRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: Okay. Everyone get ready. And I have one thing to say. LET'S KICK SOME MARINE BUTT! If we have to.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">All: AYE SIR!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: For you grandpa.............

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: For you grandpa.............

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: You two really are twins aren't you?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aron: They really care about their family.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: What?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: Nothing.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: What?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aron: Nothing.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Ray: For Sakura............

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: For Sakura........

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">On the Crusading Justice...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Barret finally got up to the boat and tossed the life preserver aside. Most of the crew tried to keep themselves from laughing.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: HAHA! Very funny guys.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''The first mate marched to Corey, about to punch him in the face. But then something stopped Barret from doing so. They both smirked at eachother.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Barret, you know what I'm feeling?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: Hell yeah!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The two turned to see a giant bird with about four people on it. Barret cracked his knuckles.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: So, the Jolly Pirates want to play then? Let's rock!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Be carefull you idiot! If we make the wrong move, we're done for. We don't even know their strength.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Teven: He's right Barret. But, the only way to find out is to fight these guys.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Right! Barret, Teven, Shadoukira. Follow me. Roy, make sure that everyone is protected.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Roy: Right.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Just then, Corey, Teven, Shadoukira, and Barret leapt from the deck and pushed off the mast with incredible force, pushing them forward towards the group on the bird. The Jolly Pirates took immediate notice, now wondering if they were facing a new enemy or not.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Oh crap! I think we pissed them off somehow!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Fine, I was getting bored anyway. Let's find a way to settle this on a solid surface, so that we don't all end up drowning.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Got'cha! I'll create a new work of art just for this occasion!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: Huh? You will? This I gotta see!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Just as Bach finished his statement, Chris created a slightly raised platform on top of his back, while still keeping the Clay Clay Angel active. He then allowed Spike, Sakura, and Bach to climb on top of the platform. The four of them embraced themselves for conflict. Just then, Sakura sneezed.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: Hm? Everything OK, Sakura?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: Yeah, just a sneeze. I assume someone's talking about me.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: If you believe that sorta thing, that is.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris rose high above into the air, hoping that The Silver Wind Pirates were unable to change position once in mid-air.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: C'mon Chris, don't evade them! I want to fight a little!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: But we don't have time for a fight! We need to get to that island!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Then I'LL fight. You guys can join in if you want.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: I'm with Chris on this one. Though if you ever need me, i'll be here.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: I'll wait here to see if any of them is a Swordsman. Other than that, I agree with Chris and Bach too.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: IT'S BA- Oh wait, you got my name right?!! About damn time someone remembered who I was!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Don't worry Buggy, we know who you are!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: THE NAME'S NOT BUGGY!!! IT'S BACH!!! BUGGY'S THE FREAKING CLOWN!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Right... Here I go!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Spike then lept off the platform and prepared himself for combat. He held his right leg out, ready to kick anyone who came nearby. Sadly however, Spike would be totally helpless once he fell into the sea below, with only Sakura and Bach on standby in case he were to fall in. Other than that, Spike was now just as vulnerable in mid-air, since he wouldn't be able to move from his position until he made contact with another person or object. Back on The Jolly MK II, the rest of the crew was watching their friends. They seemed to be anxious, waiting to see what the supposed opponents were like.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Oh, I hope Spike doesn't fall in! If he does, I want you to go in after him, OK Shinku?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: On it!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku made an attempt to salute Glory, but hit her head instead.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: Ow!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: I hope they don't take too long. I'd prefer to find out if these pirates are friendly or not, then leave for the island.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aphro: Yes, indeed... I was hoping that this would be a simple reconnaisance mission as well.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: Well, whatever. If those ultra-four are fighting, this should be over quickly.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Just then, Barret charged his fist with fire, making contact with Spike's gut as his foot landed on Barret's face. Corey used Geppou to land and appeared infront of Chris. Teven was the first to land on the platform, then Shadoukira. Barret then tossed Spike back onto the platform. With everyone being on the platform except for Chris and Corey, a fight was about to erupt.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: So, you're Spike then. Good. I'll get the oppritunity to smash you to the ground.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Teven: My my, a female swordswoman? I wouldn't mind admiring your beauty any day of the week.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey looked at the platform, then at Chris with a smile.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Hey.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">On treasure island..........

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Ray: This place seems so...............peaceful................

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: This scent.....................so fresh..................

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sara: I don't like this place.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: I AM STAYING ON THIS SHIP!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Johhny: Whatever.....

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: You can stay here and watch the ship.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: Oh and Reggie?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: Yes?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: Please be careful.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Reggie: No prob. I promise I'll come back.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: We'll all come back.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sara: No need to worry!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aron: Don't stop looking sexy!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: I promise! (Gets teary eyed.)

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Ray: Let's kick some butt!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">All: Aye sir!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rachel: Aye sir.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Randy: And don't worry Mi will be checking up on you every 20 min.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aron: Let's get going.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Ray: Yeah.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Back at The Silver Wind and Jolly Pirates' Location

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: What just happened?! Who are these guys?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Ugh!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike hit the platform hard at first, but then got up as if it were nothing.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: I don't know... But if this guy wants to go all out, I shouldn't dissapoint the poor man!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike smirked a little, glad to see someone who he considered to be worth his time.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: It seems I have another admirer...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura sighed a bit, knowing exactly what to say to Teven.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: I'm sorry, but I have a boyfriend.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: Spike, like we said, we don't have time for a fight! If you want, I’ll spar with you later, but for now, we need to get moving towards our destination!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike moaned a bit before agreeing.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Fine, but you're not the same as fighting a new opponent like this guy! Sorry pal, but we're a bit busy. If we meet again, I promise i'll kick your ass later.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris turned his attention to Corey.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Yo, new guy! Is that your crew? They seem tough!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Over on The Jolly MK II, Glory could be heard shouting to Chris.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: You baka! We don't have time to make friends! Just let us know if they're hostile or not, then get back to the ship!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt: Yeah, Chris! Don't make us wait!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">It seemed that Wyatt had recovered from the fear that Sakura had placed on him earlier.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Awww...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Chris took one last, long look at Corey, checking to see if he meant any harm or not. In the end, Chris decided to consider Corey as a friendly pirate, and not an enemy.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Yeah, we're good, you guys! Hold on!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris returned his attention to The Silver Wind Pirates

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Sorry guys, but i'll have to make this short. We're on a treasure hunt!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">And with that, Chris created clay hands from the base of the platform, with which he used to toss Barret, Teven, and Shadoukira back to their ship.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: So sorry for the rudeness Mr.! I hope you don't mind that I flung your guys!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''After that, Chris began to fly back to The Jolly MK II, where he and Spike, Sakura, and Bach soon landed upon. Karen returned to the helm, Glory prepared the directions, and soon, the crew was off to Treasure Island. It wasn't long until they reached it, either.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Alright, it looks like we made it to the island!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: This better be good. I gave up a good chance at fighting someone in order to get here!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Don't worry, Spike! You have my guarantee that this will be worth it! And if you want, you and I can have a little 1-on-1 later!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aphro: I'd like a little 1-on-1 with Ms. Glory too!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Shut it, pervert!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory kicked Aphro in the face.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: That offer's for Spike only!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">In the distance, Shinku noticed something.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: Oi, guys! There's a pirate ship up ahead!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Hanuman: So soon? You think pirates from before come here?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: Seems like it. Let's have a look at their jolly roger...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''The crew investigated the ship's jolly roger. No doubt about it, it was The Red Falcon Pirates!''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: ALRIGHT! IT'S RANDY AND THE RED FALCONS!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Karen: Huh? Are they friends of yours, Chris?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: They're one of the crews we met way back on Minos Island. I'll explain more later. It seems we've got a get-together on our hands.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The ''Jolly MK II soon docked at Treasure Island with the anchors being set. The Jolly Pirates were now beginning to depart for the island.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The El''ite four returned to their ship. Each with their own reactions. Corey felt like he should've said something, while Barret was pouting. Teven felt like he was hit by a ghost of Perona, muttering to himself over his defeat of charm. Shadoukira was just disapointed.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Leona: So, what happened?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Well, we met with four of what seemed to be their strongest. Their captain was friendly.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: I would've smashed Spike around too, if it wasn't for those meddling pirates.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Teven: That babe... I can't belive she's taken!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shadoukira: It also appears they, along with another ship are in the treasure hunt.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''The ship finally reached the shore. Corey observed the other ships and smirked.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: I guess the hunt's on. Alright! Everyone, you know the drill.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">All: HAI!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">From then on out, the crew went forward, following the map.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Dan: Man, this is going to be awesome. There will be like tribal guys and I'll be like pow pow! And Barret will be like oh Dan, Save me! And then we'll get the treasure and Sherry will grant me one kiss.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Just then, sweatdrops formed on the rest of the crewmates and moved on.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rukvhark: Rukvhark will use fortune to build statue of Gol D. Roger.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Roy: Settle down guys. We also need to be careful. For there are not only guardians, but also other people looking for the treasure.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Back at The Jolly Pirates' location, the crew was disembarking their ship.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Awwwww... Looks like The Red Falcons aren't at their ship...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Chris pouted in dissapointment, since he had hoped to meet his friends. It seemed that most of The Red Falcons had already made their way towards the interior of the island. Despite not seeing the members who had left, there indeed was still some crew members remaining on The Red Falcons' ship, although none of The Jolly Pirates seemed to notice them. As Chris continued to pout, Aphro, who had been in his Male Form for most of the day but now switched to his Female Form, had noticed something of interest.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aphro[Female Form]: Guys, I think I just saw something here that you may want to take a look at!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''The Jolly Pirates all turned their attention to where Aphro was pointing at. The thing of interest in this case was yet another pirate ship. The very same pirate ship they encountered not too long ago. It seemed that not only were The Red Falcon Pirates and Jolly Pirates here, but The Silver Wind Pirates as well. Spike bumped his fists together in excitement.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Well, i'll be! That guy's crew made it here too! Good, it seems i'll get my chance to fight him after all.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Spike seemed to have a rather creepy expression on his face. His crewmates knew that Spike was only showing his excitement, but they couldn't help but feel uncomfortable around him nontheless. All except Glory, of course.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: It seems we were destined to meet up with this crew after all... Definately interesting.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: Destiny, is it, Sakura? Quite the choice of vocabulary.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Destiny or not, these guys are here. And if they are, then it can't be a coincidence...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The ''crew went silent for a minute in order to think. It didn't take too long to understand why the pirates they met earlier would be at the same island.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Everyone except Spike, Sakura, and Rune: THEY'RE AFTER OUR TREASURE!!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Aww man, that really sucks! Do you know the cool stuff we could buy with that treasure?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: We have to protect our treasure! We need to go now!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku made an attempt to run off on her own (on her hands, of course,) but Spike grabbed her tail, in order to make sure she didn't go and get herself in trouble.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Not so fast there, Shinku.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku: C'MON SPIKE! LET ME GO! WE NEED TO PROTECT OUR TREASURE!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: We will, don't worry.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shinku calmed down after that.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Right, so we should leave now! Just follow me, everyone. My directions haven't failed us yet!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">As Glory said that, Chris could be seen standing near the edge of the jungle, motioning his crew to follow his lead while he grinned with excitement.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: DAMN IT, CHRIS! I SAID TO FOLLOW ME, NOT YOU!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Despite ''what Glory said, the crew ended up following Chris, but still being guided by Glory's directions. As they traveled deeper into the jungle, the plant growth got thicker. Soon, anyone with a blade, or anything that could cut in general, was chopping down leaves and brushes in order to continue on their adventure.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: Hyah!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura began swiping with her Arashi no Tankoushoku/Pink Storm.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach: Rankyaku!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Bach began performing Rankyakus as a way to make up for a lack of weapons on hand.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt: Ammo Type: Air!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt shot an air bullet, allowing him to cut down the plants before him and the others.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Clay Clay Armory!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris transformed both of his arms into swords, thus he began chopping up plants alongside the others.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Lawrence: RAAAWR!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Lawrence transformed into his hybrid form, using his talons to shred the jungle plants.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: Huooh!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber relied on his Timber Nail Sword in order to help his friends.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Rune: Hah!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">An''d Rune began to use Gungnir's blade to cut the plants as well. The Jolly Pirates continued traveling like this for quite some time.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: I really hope we run into The Red Falcons or those other guys soon. I'd love to see what Randy and the others have been doing, and i'd also love to get to know those other pirates too!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Spike: Yeah, I know how you feel. I want to fight that guy as soon as possible.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Wyatt: And i'd love to take a crack at their Marksman too! Oh, and i'd love to get to meet Reggie and Johhny again too. I've been itching to test my skills lately.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aphro: I just want to know if those other pirates have any lovely ladies for me to meet. Maybe I could share some of my medical knowledge with them too. Which reminds me... Do The Red Falcons have a doctor now? I can't quite remember...

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Neither do I. I think the last time we met on Minos Island, they only had a Captain, Navigator, Shipwright, Cook, Musician, and pet bird.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura: Don't forget that Ray's a swordsman as well, Glory.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Sakura stared at Glory with a rather annoyed look on her face.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Glory: Oh that's right! I'm sorry Sakura!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: If I remember right... I think Randy may be a doctor too. I'm not sure though, I never really asked. I'll be sure to ask for you when we meet them, OK Aphro?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aphro: Bless you, Chris! What a kind offer!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: But just make sure you don't start acting like a baka if The Red Falcons got a pretty girl around your age to join their crew. Got it, pervert?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aphro: OI! I AM NOT A PERVERT! IF ANYONE'S THE PERVERT AROUND HERE, IT'S YOU TIMBER!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: TAKE THAT BACK! I WEAR SHORTS! THERE'S NOTHING PERVERTED ABOUT THAT! BESIDES, CALLING ME A PERVERT MEANS YOU'RE CALLING FRANKY A PERVERT, AND I WON'T STAND FOR THAT!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber then remembered something important Franky had told him once, when Timber was still a little kid back at Water 7.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Franky: AW! Oi, Timber! If you plan on being a freak like me, you have to remember one thing!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: Yeah?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">(Franky's theme then could be heard playing in the background.)

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Franky: If you plan on being as super as me, you must always remember to... Mmmmmm!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: ...?!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Franky: TAKE BEING A PERVERT WITH PRIDE! AW, SUPER!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Franky then posed with his signature pose as Timber looked on with confusion.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: ...Franky, isn't being a pervert a bad thing?

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: That's right!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">The rest of the crew looked at Timber, confused.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Timber: Thank you very much, Aphro. You are also an ultra pervert.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Ti''mber bowed his head in gratitude. Aphro, like the others, simply seemed more confused.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Aphro: YOU FREAKING BAKA! BEING A PERVERT IS NOT A GOOD THING!!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Chris: Tootootootootoo!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''As Chris and the rest of the crew laughed at Aphro and Timber's little arguement that ended up being rather comedic, they continued on through the jungle, still talking and bickering as usual. This, of course, caused them to make a huge ruckus as they continued to cut down the plants in their way. At a different path however, the Silver Wind Pirates were cutting their own path. Corey was using his zweihander to cut down the bushes. Teven assisted Corey with his broadsword and Barret sat back, pouting.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: Why the hell do I have to sit out? I wanted to help.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Ya know Barret, if you helped, you will just set the forest ablaze.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: It would've been fun too.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Shadoukira: I guess I can help with this process.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Just then, Shadoukira pulled out his scythe and got to work. Liu Shin decided to use his martial arts, and Roy used his own sword to cut down the grass too.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Leona: I can't believe how long it's taking us. I wonder if the other crews are friendly.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Barret: I just want to pummel Spike.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Everyone except Barret: Shut up Idiot/Baka.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Corey then felt a wave of inspiration hit him. He went Level two and readied his sword. He closed his eyes and took a deep breath while everyone else had a puzzled look on their faces.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Akuma Dispatch!

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">''Just then, Corey had disappeared in a flash. The Rest of the Silver Winds looked at each other. The grass then started falling over, revealing Corey sheathing his zweihander. The captain turned back to his crew with a smile on his face.''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">Corey: Well guys, let's find that treasure.