One Piece: The Straw Hat Pirates' Max-Level Swordsman

Usopp swallowed nervously, unconsciously tightening the slingshot in his hand. Chopper hid aside, his eyes flashing with fear. The Whitebeard Pirates also looked at each other, not knowing how to deal with this situation.

They really didn't expect Garp to come here. Seeing everyone's eyes, Ace sighed slightly, and then explained to them how they met Garp.

Ace walked forward, his steps steady and firm. The sunlight shone on him, outlining his tall figure. A helpless smile appeared on his face, and that smile carried some complicated emotions.

He shook his head slightly, seeming helpless about this unexpected encounter.

"We had happily taken Ling Tian's Berry to buy items for the banquet, but we happened to meet an old man who was on vacation in the Sabaody Archipelago." Ace said slowly, his voice calm and clear.

A trace of memory flashed in his eyes, as if he had returned to the moment of their unexpected encounter. They were originally happily walking between the stalls, selecting items for the banquet, but they did not expect to meet Karp here.

Ace was surprised and a little worried. He knew that Garp had a special identity and his presence might bring some uncertainty to the banquet.

Sabo nodded as well, with a hint of helplessness in his eyes. He continued, "Originally, Grandpa Garp was going back to Windmill Village, but because he received information that Whitebeard and the others were in the Sabaody Archipelago, Garp came here to take a look." Sabo's voice revealed a hint of understanding.

He knew that although Garp was a naval hero, he also had his own concerns and worries.

He was always worried about Luffy and the other kids, especially when he learned that Whitebeard and the others were also in the Sabaody Archipelago, he couldn't help but come and see what they were up to.

Karp folded his hands across his chest, his tall figure exuding a sense of majesty. His face showed a serious expression, and his eyes revealed a trace of scrutiny.

"Humph, I just came to see what you kids are up to." Karp's voice was low and powerful, with an unquestionable majesty.

"Huh, I just came to see what you little brats are up to." Karp said, but his eyes revealed a hint of concern, an emotion that was difficult to conceal.

His eyes moved slowly over everyone, as if to confirm whether they were all right. Although his expression was still serious, his concern was like a ray of warm sunshine, quietly falling on everyone's heart.

Garp was filled with emotion, and his thoughts surged like a tide. He didn't want to execute Ace at first, after all, Ace was a child he watched grow up, and he felt too much reluctance and helplessness in his heart.

So when Garp heard that Ling Tian had rescued Ace, he was extremely happy. At that moment, a huge weight seemed to have fallen off his shoulders.

He was thankful for Ace's escape and grateful for Ling Tian's actions. He knew that this turn of fate might bring new hope to Ace.

He looked at Ace, with a hint of relief in his eyes. That relief was like a flower blooming in spring, full of vitality and warmth.

"Boy, I didn't expect you were still alive." Karp's voice was deep and powerful, and every word seemed to carry the sedimentation of years. His words were full of complex emotions, including surprise, emotion, and awe of fate.

His eyes were fixed on Ace, as if he wanted to engrave his appearance deeply in his mind.

Ace raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and there was a hint of freedom and confidence in his smile. "Old man, I'm fine now."

At this time, Sabo also came over. His steps were brisk and steady, and the sunlight shone on him, adding a touch of dazzling light to him.

The moment he saw Garp, Sabo's face showed a look of surprise. His eyes lit up instantly, as if he had seen a relative he hadn't seen for a long time.

Sabo has always had a deep respect for Garp, and the naval hero holds a special place in his heart.

The three of them stood on the street, the atmosphere was somewhat subtle. The air around them seemed to freeze, and an indescribable sense of tension permeated the silence.

Ace's expression was a bit complicated. He was surprised by Garp's appearance, but he didn't know how to deal with this situation. Garp crossed his arms in front of his chest, with a look of scrutiny in his eyes. Sabo stood between the two of them, a bit at a loss.

Later, after Sabo accidentally revealed that they were going to hold a party, Garp insisted on following Ace and the others back.

Sabo scratched his head and said embarrassedly, "Oops, I accidentally let it slip." An awkward smile appeared on his face, with a hint of regret in his eyes.

He knew that his momentary negligence might cause some trouble to everyone, but things had already happened and there was nothing he could do to undo it.

Ace looked at Sabo helplessly, his eyes full of helplessness and worry. He knew that Garp's appearance might bring some uncertainty to the banquet, but he had no way to stop Garp.

Ace sighed slightly, thinking about how to deal with the situation in his mind.

Now it has become like this. When they returned to Shaqi's tavern, the moment Luffy saw Garp, he immediately hid.

Luffy was filled with tension and fear. He didn't want to be taught a lesson by Grandpa Garp. "Oh no, why is Grandpa here?" Luffy muttered.

Sensing Luffy hiding, Garp immediately became annoyed.

His brows were furrowed, and his eyes were gleaming with anger. Garp already had a love-hate relationship with Luffy's trouble-making personality, and now seeing him hiding, he was even more furious.

"Luffy, come out!" Garp shouted loudly, his voice echoing in the tavern like thunder. The voice was full of majesty and unquestionable, as if it could penetrate all obstacles.

However, Luffy still hid and didn't dare to come out. He huddled tightly in the corner, his heart pounding. Luffy knew how powerful Grandpa Garp was, and he didn't want to be caught and taught a lesson by Grandpa.

Karp was so angry that his beard stood up, and his white beard seemed to stand upright. His face turned red and his eyes were full of anger.

Garp took big steps, and the heavy footsteps sounded in the tavern, like the drumbeats of a battle. He strode to where Luffy was hiding, his eyes as sharp as a hawk, and he locked onto Luffy's position in an instant.

Garp pulled Luffy out with a single move. His strength was so great that Luffy was lifted up easily like a chicken. Luffy struggled in the air, and kept shouting, "Grandpa, let go!" But Garp was unmoved.

Then he immediately gave Luffy an iron fist of love.