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Chapter 8 - Kokoro Island

After Ann and Ballon got the treasure and food that was in Shupeal's ship and loaded in to Drakon's ship that was still on Shupeal's ships deck, they also got on Drakons ship amd waited for him to return. Drakon jumped into the sea, but instead of falling in, he stood on the water with his feet. Due to his ability to control water, Drakon could walk on it as well.

"Are you guys ready?" He shouted at Ann and Ballon. After a second, he heard their voices. "Alright, let's go. Aqua fist" he shouted. And a large water fist hit Shupeal's ship in the center. This coursed the ship to slowly sink as it was getting flooded. Shupeal who was tied up with his crew all could do nothing but slowly watch as their ship, crew and lives come to an end. Ant the course of this? Two kids and a bird.

As the ship finally sunk, only Drakon's ship with Ann and Ballon in it was left on the sea surface. A moment later they were joined by Drakon as he returned.

Ann, shocked but amazed by his power could help but stare. "Are you really a pirate." She asked. Drakon just looked at her with a smirk. "Not really,I'm the son of a pirate and now the nevy is after me, here's my wanted posters if you want to see." As he tossed the poster to her. Ann without waisting time opens it and sees that it Is indeed true. The man who stood before her was none other than Aquilar "Sea Blade" Drakon.

A few hours passed and Drakon, along with Ann and Balloon made it to the sures of Kokoro island. As they stepped onto the shores of Kokoro Island, the warm sand beneath their feet was a welcome respite from their arduous journey. The island's lush greenery and vibrant flowers seemed to dance in the gentle breeze, filling the air with sweet fragrances. Drakon, Ann, and Balloon took a moment to soak in the serene atmosphere, their eyes scanning the horizons.

"So, what are we looking for in this island ?" Ann asked, her voice barely above a whisper? Drakon smiled, his eyes gleaming with excitement. "We'll, I'm here for a new ship. This thing won't make it to the grand line."

"The grand line? Asked Ann with a shock on her face. "You're talking about the place knowm as the pirate graveyard. That grand line?"

"Yeah. That grand line. Look, I'm not going there because I want to, okay? I got the highest bounty in the east blue. You know what that means? Every bounty hunter in these waters is after my head, so instead of running around like a goldfish in a jar, I'm gonna explore the world while I still can." He said with a smile on his face.

Drakon's words hung in the air, and Ann's eyes widened in understanding. "I know you'rea wanted man amd all. But the grand line?" she asked, her voice laced with a mix of excitement and concern. Drakon chuckled, his smile never faltering. "Look, I'm the most wanted man in the East Blue. But I've got a plan. The Grand Line is said to be a place where the seas are treacherous, and the people who venture there either become legends or end up as seaweed-covered skeletons on the ocean floor."

Balloon, looked at Drakon with curiously, tilting his head to one side as he watched the conversation unfold. Ann's eyes sparkled with determination. "So, you want a ship that can withstand the Grand Line's dangers?"

Drakon nodded. "Exactly. A ship that's fast, sturdy, and can outrun or outfight any threat we might encounter. I've heard that they make good ships on this island, now I just have to find one that's perfect for navigating the Grand Line's waters." Ann's eyes lit up as the trio set off to explore Kokoro Island, ready to face whatever adventures lay ahead. Balloon fluttered his wings excitedly, chirping softly as he took to the skies, soaring above Drakon and Ann as they ventured deeper into the island's lush interior. As they walked, Ann glanced up at Balloon, who was flying overhead. "Keep an eye out for any signs of trouble, buddy," he said, smiling.

Balloon chirped in response, banking sharply to the left as he scanned the surroundings. Drakon smiled, watching the bird's antics. "He's certainly enthusiastic." Ann chuckled. "Yeah, he's a good bird. Loyal, too."

Moments away before reaching the town. A lean and athletic young woman with short, spiky black hair and piercing green eyes is seen running towards them. The most noticeable feature she had was the collection of scars on her arms and torso. Without waisting much time, she charged directly into Drakon with a heavy strike to the chest. Drakon just decided to take the attack head on. The girls fist went directly into and through Drakon due to his devil fruit ability. Then, using his liquor body. Drakon held the girls hand right in between his chest refusing to let go.

A moment passed and a tall and slender young man with short, messy black hair and warm, brown eyes follows her. The boy finally catches up and sees his sisters first going through Drakon. His first reaction was that she hit the guy so hard her fist went through,but after putting on his glasses he saw that the fist did indeed go through, but nit the way he imagined. "Care to explain why we're being attacked?" Drakon asked irritated. " i'm so sorry, please forgive my rude twin sister. I'm Léon. And this is Ella. As you can see, she's currently sleep fighting" he said with a light awkward laugh. Ella's eyes snapped into focus as she stared at Drakon, her face twisted in confusion and embarrassment. She tried to yank her hand back, but Drakon's grip remained firm.

"sleep fighting?" Drakon raised an eyebrow, his tone skeptical. "That's... interesting." Léon rushed forward, placing a gentle hand on his sister's shoulder. "Ella, snap out of it! You're fist is...um....inside another guys chest."

Ella's gaze darted to her brother, and she blinked rapidly, her expression shifting from aggression to mortification. She tried to pull her hand back again, and this time, Drakon released his grip. "I'm... I'm so sorry," Ella stammered, rubbing her hand. "I don't know what happened. I just... I had a bad dream, and..."

Drakon chuckled, his irritation dissipating. "It's alright. I'm just glad I could... absorb the impact." Ann watched the exchange with interest, her eyes flicking between Ella and Drakon. "So, what's going on here?" Léon smiled weakly. "We're twins. Ella sometimes... has sleep fighting episodes. She's been doing it since we were kids." Drakon nodded thoughtfully. "I see. Well, no harm done. Let's start fresh. I'm Drakon, and this is Ann and the bird is Balloon."

Ella's face still flushed, she nodded, her eyes meeting Drakon's. "I'm... sorry again. Let's start over." The group shared a moment of awkward silence before Léon broke the tension. "So, what brings you to our island?" Drakon's grin returned. "We're looking for a ship. We heard that the ones sold here are the best in the east blue."

"A ship you say. And why's that? You guys won't happen to be pirates, would you?" Said Ella as her mood started to change. Not into fear, but into anger.

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