One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 369 A Name That Is Worth Remembering

The Kingdom of Goa.

Located on Dong Island in the East Sea, it is one of the member states of the World Government. The kingdom is spotless and is known as the most beautiful country in the East Sea. Of course, the essence of its beauty is simply the exclusion of unnecessary things.

The inside and outside of the city can be described as two different worlds.

The people in the city were dressed smartly and fashionably, enjoying the beautiful environment.

Meanwhile, the people outside the city live like the dead, relying on the garbage produced within the city.

The distorted social ecology of the Goa Kingdom can be considered a successful example of an 'isolated society'.

However, the current situation here is temporarily irrelevant to Shanks.

Whether it's the beautiful city or the chaotic outside, it's none of his business.

At this moment, he is enjoying a rare moment of tranquility in the windmill village.

Because of the protection of a stubborn old man, this small village has always been able to enjoy a rare peace.

After learning about this, Shanks was relieved that Garp didn't seem to be there.

He had witnessed Garp clash with his captain Roger several times and knew how formidable the old man was.

If he finds out we're here, he'll probably kick us out, boat and all.

And the people in this village seem to be very thick-skinned.

Apart from the village chief yelling at them when he first met them, everyone else seemed surprisingly calm about their appearance.

After confirming that the group seemed to have no ill intentions, their attitude became more welcoming.

Moreover, the wine here is delicious, and the proprietress is very gentle and beautiful.

And that kid named Luffy...

For some reason, Shanks cared a lot about him.

When he learned they were pirates, his eyes lit up.

He kept asking Shanks about his adventurous life at sea, and even asked Shanks to take him along.

However, Shanks clearly still has some principles.

His methods for finding crew members have always been similar to those of Captain Roger.

That's a combination of deception and fraud.

Speak your mind eloquently, and if the other party wavers even slightly, that's an opportunity.

As for what happens next... once you're on board, how can you possibly run away?

However, being a pirate is not a promising career.

Most of them would die at sea.

His own left arm had become a sacrifice to the vast ocean.

Luffy is still a child, so I can't just agree to his request so hastily.

Especially after learning that he was the grandson of Lieutenant General Garp.

Shanks found it all quite amazing to think of his angry expression as he said, "Hmph, one day I will become the Pirate King."

Garp's grandson actually idolizes the captain so much.

This is something even Captain Roger probably didn't anticipate.

After being rejected once again, Luffy stormed off in anger once more.

Shanks could only smile helplessly and shake his head, gesturing to Beckman with his eyes.

Beckman then left the tavern.

As for the others, don't expect them to have that kind of thought.

They are now completely absorbed in the food and drink on the table, and are laughing heartily.

"I'm sorry, Luffy isn't usually like this. I think it's because he likes you, his pirate captain, too much."

Hearing the landlady's voice, Shanks turned around gently: "Then it's my honor."

Shanks had a very good impression of the tavern owner.

Perhaps not only him, but most people would feel good about her.

Not only is she pretty, but she is also very gentle. Her eyes always convey a sense of peace that can calm people's hearts.

Her tavern was always clean and its furnishings were cozy.

Just like her.

Shanks could tell from the moment he saw her that she had grown up in a peaceful environment.

In this chaotic era, she undoubtedly possessed a happiness that most ordinary people could only dream of.

I hope she can continue to live such a peaceful life from now on.

"To be honest, I don't even know your name."

“Ah, my name is Makino.” Makino responded gently again and handed Shanks a glass of wine.

This answer made Shanks' heart skip a beat.

He was stunned for a few seconds, as if he had lost his soul.

"What's wrong? You look terrible and you're sweating."

Noticing Shanks' change, Makino hurriedly put down her glass and began wiping the large beads of sweat from Shanks' face with a green handkerchief.

However, Shanks quickly stopped Makino from doing so.

"I am fine."

"Oh, is everything alright? But just now..." Makino was still a little worried.

However, Shanks doesn't seem to be lying.

In just a few seconds, his complexion returned to normal, the sweat was wiped away by his sleeve, and even his expression returned to normal.

If it weren't for the sweat stains on her handkerchief, Makino would have really thought it was just her imagination.

"I'm really fine, but did you just say your name is Makino?" Shanks asked again to confirm.

"Yes, is there a problem?" Makino asked, a little puzzled.

"No, nothing at all, I just think it's a good name."

After saying that, Shanks downed the bottle of wine that was beside him in one gulp.