A slow-burn story about an ordinary person gradually growing stronger. Characters from the Pirate King story will appear in the middle and later parts of the novel.
That old rascal Oda composed a passionate anthem for us. Every arc has moments that make our hearts race, bring tears to our eyes, and set our blood ablaze.
It was the miracle cherry blossoms blooming in winter that introduced us to Chopper.
It was the golden bell rung with all their strength in the sky island, showing us Luffy's steadfastness in keeping his promise.
It was Robin shouting, "I want to live! Take me with you out to sea!" while surrounded by enemies at Enies Lobby, and Usopp's special move, Firebird Star, piercing the Marines' flag.
It was that punch Luffy threw at the auction house on Sabaody Archipelago, the Empress's peerless charms, that cry at the Paramount War, and the promise to meet again in two years...
So many moments come together to form a world that feels real, as if all you have to do is open the door and step inside to begin an endless adventure.
I want to write a story in this world that belongs uniquely to the protagonist: the story of a young man with a bit of passion, a bit of perseverance, and a touch of chivalry, who keeps his promises at any cost.
He won't join the crew. The story begins in the year Ace sets sail.
