Below the surface, the seawater was clear and bright, like a giant blue crystal meticulously carved.
Sunlight streamed down, creating varying shades of blue; the lighter areas resembled transparent gems, while the deeper blue regions were like a tranquil abyss.
The sunlight piercing through the water onto the sunny was indescribably dreamlike.
A group of people looked up at the water, their eyes gleaming with wonder.
Franky watched the scene and sighed.
"It's truly magnificent... After all, submarines can't have such wide windows."
"We're diving... Deeper and deeper. Will water really not get in? I'm so worried."
Chopper, clinging tightly to the ship's rail and puffing out his cheeks like the pufferfish in front of him, mumbled continuously, his small eyes full of both novelty and unease.
Nami's eyes were a little dazed as she sighed, "It feels like the world where humans live is getting further and further away from us."
"Will... will we really be able to return to the surface?" Usopp swallowed uncontrollably, his voice a little shaky.
"I... I'm not scared, okay?"
Orochimaru, watching the group huddled together, quietly leaned against the wall, inching towards his room.
He was 0.5 meters away from safely reaching it.
Upon reaching the door, he quickly pulled it open, slipped back into his room, and even locked it, letting out a relaxed sigh.
"Huh? Strange, where did Luffy-san go?" Brook, who was just marveling, suddenly felt that a voice was missing.
Logically, Luffy should be jumping around like a monkey with excitement at this moment, but the scene was too quiet.
And where Luffy was supposed to be, only the giant package he had brought back remained, but there was no one in front.
(°ー°〃)
Robin chuckled secretly, "Orochimaru isn't here either. I just saw Orochimaru sneak back into his room, but... it seems Luffy went in first."
Ah (o°ω°o)... The group instantly became dumbfounded, looking at the giant package. Was this a cicada shedding its shell?
First, let's not discuss the issue of Luffy having a brain... Did Orochimaru just walk into a trap?
Meanwhile... Orochimaru, who had just locked the door, let out a relaxed sigh, took off his feathered coat, stretched his body, and walked towards the bathroom.
After all, he was covered in dust from being chased by Luffy, and he felt dirty.
Above the bathroom door, Luffy was propped up on his limbs in the triangular area, quietly holding his breath, waiting for his prey.
Luffy knew Orochimaru very well; the first thing he would do upon returning would be to take a bath, and without a doubt, this snake would surely think he was safe on the ship.
But he underestimated Luffy's desire to beat him.
Over these two years, Luffy had learned a lot from Roger and Rayleigh, and perhaps, due to being overly provoked, coupled with years of being influenced by Orochimaru, Luffy had even developed a hint of subtle deviousness.
Soon, the prey entered the bathroom.
Luffy's Observation Haki was raised to its peak, and seizing the moment Orochimaru closed the door,
Luffy instantly coiled around Orochimaru like a snake, swiftly restraining his limbs.
He had learned this move from Orochimaru, and to be extra safe, Luffy even used Armament Haki to lock him down.
"Gotcha!"
Orochimaru was a bit bewildered... then his voice became distorted, even a little panicked.
"Lu... Luffy??? How did you get in! No, let go of me! You're making me angry!"
Luffy rubbed his hands together, making a rustling sound, his eyes fixed on Orochimaru, filled with undeniable determination.
"Too late! You're getting this beating today for sure! Once I'm done, all those past things will be forgotten. Don't struggle, just take it!"
Orochimaru immediately panicked, twisting his body violently, trying to use a Substitution Jutsu to escape.
But Luffy wouldn't give him the chance; already prepared, he instantly pinned Orochimaru's hands tightly to his sides, giving him no opportunity to form hand signs.
Orochimaru struggled desperately, his fingers frantically trying to touch each other, but he could never succeed.
Each attempt was mercilessly thwarted by Luffy, and Orochimaru's body trembled slightly in the stalemate.
Orochimaru grew increasingly anxious.
On this ship, he dared not use large-scale techniques, nor could he complete hand signs.
After all, it was Luffy in front of him, and he couldn't use any destructive abilities.
After much deliberation, Orochimaru gritted his teeth.
If force wouldn't work, he would have to use gentler tactics.
His gaze instantly became pitiful, and his voice took on a trembling plea:
"Nii-san... please don't hit me, okay? I promise I'll be good and obedient from now on."
Luffy's movements paused slightly upon hearing Orochimaru's "nii-san," a flicker of hesitation in his eyes, but it quickly firmed up. "Hmph, I can't trust your words, you just give up! You can't escape this beating!"
Orochimaru noticed Luffy's slight change, and his heart rejoiced.
He continued his "assault," even feigning tears in his eyes. "Nii-san, I truly know I was wrong."
Seeing Orochimaru with teary eyes, Luffy calmed down. "As expected, he's faking it! This snake can't cry at all!"
This time, Luffy raised his right arm high, the muscles in his arm tightening.
He quickly swung his arm, drawing a half-circle in the air, and with a "whoosh" of wind, it came down towards Orochimaru.
With a crisp "smack," the slap landed squarely on Orochimaru's butt, making a particularly loud sound.
As his palm connected with Orochimaru's clothing, a clear indentation in the fabric could be seen.
Luffy's fingers curved slightly, his entire palm pressed tightly against Orochimaru's butt, to evenly distribute the force and prevent it from being too concentrated, with rubbing accompanied by the slight rustle of pants.
Luffy had specifically practiced for a long time, imitating his grandfather.
He suddenly understood Garp's joy; beating this snake was truly stress-relieving.
Orochimaru was truly stunned this time, instinctively letting out a scream... his mind a blur... Luffy really hit him... and on the butt... After that one hit, Luffy didn't stop at all; his left arm immediately swung over with the same force as before, left and right, making a continuous "crackling" sound, one after another, hitting with great enthusiasm.
The crew on deck quickly heard Orochimaru's screams, which were heartbreaking, but they quickly quieted down.
Everyone covered their ears, looking pained... especially Chopper, who was so scared he started crying.
But everyone pretended not to hear... This snake definitely needed someone to deal with him, and they were also very bothered by the Marineford War incident.
Seeing that Orochimaru was no longer making a sound, Luffy's slaps continued, one after another, the "thwack, thwack" sounds unending.
Seeing that Orochimaru was no longer making a sound, the force in his hands did not diminish at all; instead, he sped up, a "whoosh" of wind accompanying each swing of his arm.
"You bastard, you still won't admit your mistake!" Luffy yelled as he continued hitting.
Orochimaru's butt was already starting to turn red and feel hot.
Just then, the bathroom door was knocked, and Robin's voice came from the wall: "Luffy... that's enough..."
Luffy finally stopped, glaring at Orochimaru and saying, "That's enough for now, don't ever set me up again!"
Then, just like when he was little, he carried the distraught Orochimaru, washed him, and put an ice pack on his butt.
After Luffy left, Chopper cautiously peeked out... | ू ๑ • ́ ㅿ • ̀ ๑ )
Looking at the listless Orochimaru, he thoughtfully applied medicine... then pulled the blanket back over him... Orochimaru is so miserable, Luffy is so cruel.
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