Chapter 4: Duel Between Jessie and Shanks
The sun had long since dipped behind the mountains of Elegia, casting golden streaks across the land of music. The once-broken symphony of the island now played softly in the background, a sign that harmony had returned. Uta's song floated through the air like a warm breeze, filled with life and hope.
And amidst the recovering land, Jessie stood quietly, gazing at the starry sky.
He smiled—half-lost in thought.
"My first crew member... and she's not just strong, but carries the voice that once touched the world. An Emperor's strength... and a melody of dreams."
He chuckled softly to himself, still wearing his black suit and worn-out cowboy hat. The wind gently swayed the long coat behind him.
Uta, who sat nearby tuning her guitar, glanced at him.
"Why's he grinning like that? Is he... thinking weird stuff?"
She narrowed her eyes suspiciously, her inner thoughts swirling.
Jessie, of course, heard every bit of it with his MAX Observation Haki, but chose not to respond—just letting the misunderstanding slide with a slight smirk.
Just then, Shanks approached, his crimson cape fluttering in the breeze.
"Thank you... for saving my daughter," he said sincerely.