One Piece: One for All

Chapter 5: Chapter 5: Before the Battle



The Rocketman barreled forward, slicing through the stormy seas with reckless speed. The storm above mirrored the chaos below, dark clouds swirling as rain began to lash against the train's metallic frame. The air was tense, a mix of adrenaline and determination surging through everyone aboard. Jiro clung to the side of the train, the wind whipping through his hair and stinging his face as he watched the distant silhouette of Enies Lobby grow larger on the horizon.

"Oi, hold on tight, or you'll be fish food!" one of Franky's family bellowed from the roof. His eccentric grin, illuminated by a flash of lightning, somehow remained steady despite the train's wild motion.

"I'm fine," Jiro replied tersely, though his knuckles whitened on the railing. The rough seas below churned violently, their dark depths promising a grim fate to anyone who fell. His cautious nature warred with the chaos surrounding him, but there was no turning back now.

As he glanced ahead, the looming gates of Enies Lobby became more defined. Its towering structures and endless spires exuded both grandeur and menace, a cruel reminder of the Government's might.

Inside the train, Luffy was pacing excitedly, his bare feet thudding against the floor. "We're almost there! Robin's waiting for us!" His voice was filled with unshakable determination, and his grin stretched from ear to ear.

"Calm down, Luffy," Nami snapped, her arms crossed as she stood near the train's control room. "We'll get to her, but running in without a plan is going to get us all killed!"

Luffy waved her off with a carefree grin. "A plan? Easy. Step one: beat the bad guys. Step two: save Robin!"

"That's not a plan!" Nami shot back, exasperated. "It's suicide!"

Zoro smirked from where he sat, sharpening his swords with a steady rhythm. "Sounds like a plan to me."

Jiro stepped inside, shaking the rainwater from his jacket. He leaned against the wall, his expression grim. "You're both insane. This isn't some backwater island. Enies Lobby is a fortress."

Chopper, standing nearby, hugged his medical bag tightly. "He's right! They'll have so many soldiers, and cannons, and... and maybe even giants!" His small frame trembled slightly, but his eyes were determined.

"Good! More people to fight!" Luffy exclaimed, punching his fist into his palm.

Looking at Zoro and Luffy, Jiro sighed, his hands run through his hair. "How do you even survive?"

"Blind luck," Nami muttered under her breath, earning a chuckle from Zoro.

"Oi, Jiro," Zoro said, tilting his head toward him. "You talk a lot about caution, but you'd better not freeze up when the real fight starts."

Jiro met Zoro's gaze evenly. "Don't worry about me. Just make sure you don't get lost in all the chaos."

When looking at Zoro, he thought that If there's a fruit that could fix this guy's directional blindness, he'd give it to him in a heartbeat. Based on what he observe on the group when they are still on the water 7, zoro is a total road idiot, he can be possibly lost even if the road is straight.

Zoro grinned, his hand resting on his sword. "Heh. Good luck keeping up."

Chopper stepped forward, his voice trembling but filled with resolve. "We have to do this for Robin! No matter how strong they are, we have to save her!"

Luffy turned to him, his grin softening into something more reassuring. "That's the spirit, Chopper! We're going to bring her back, no matter what!"

Nami sighed, glancing out the window as the storm raged on. "I just hope we're not biting off more than we can chew."

"Don't worry, Nami!" one of Franky's family members shouted from the roof, his voice full of confidence. "This train's got more than enough power to punch through whatever they throw at us!"

Nami shot him a glare. "That's what I'm worried about."

Franky's family member flashed a grin back at her, unfazed. "Heh! You worry too much! We'll get through this easily!"

Robin's name echoed in the air, and despite the tension, a small smile tugged at Jiro's lips. He could see why Luffy was so determined. Robin was more than just a crew member, she was a family, a friend, and a companion. And that was something Jiro understood well.

The Rocketman surged forward, its whistle screaming into the stormy air. The massive gates of Enies Lobby came into view, and the train's passengers fell silent as they took in the sight. The endless spires, sprawling courtyards, and ominous waterfall that plunged into the abyss were a spectacle of both beauty and dread.

"There it is," Nami said, her voice quieter now. "Enies Lobby."

Jiro's jaw tightened as he stared at the island. The bright facade couldn't hide the corruption he knew lay beneath. He thought back to the stories he'd heard... of innocents crushed under the weight of the Government's power, of lives destroyed in the name of "justice." This wasn't just a rescue mission for him, it was a chance to do what was right.

"Oi, don't get cold feet now," Zoro said, noticing Jiro's silence. "You coming or not?"

Jiro smirked faintly, shaking off his doubts. "I'm coming. Just don't slow me down."

The sound of cannon fire erupted from the marine defenses, shaking the train as explosions lit up the sea around them. The Franky Family and Galley-La workers sprang into action, their makeshift weapons at the ready.

"Brace yourselves!" one of them yelled, gripping the train's roof tightly as debris rained down.

Luffy stood at the front of the group, his hat tilted low to shield his face from the wind. His voice cut through the chaos, filled with unwavering resolve. "Time to fight! We're getting Robin back no matter what!"

Jiro felt a flicker of admiration for Luffy's unshakable determination. Despite his cautious nature, he couldn't help but be swept up in the Straw Hats' infectious energy.

The train running fast toward the enemy's land, its passengers readying themselves for the battle ahead. Jiro tightened his grip on the railing, his thoughts racing.

"Let's do this," he muttered, stepping forward as the first wave of marines appeared infront of them.


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