The Straw Hat Pirates stood in the clearing with the two giants, **Dorry and Brogy**, after their victory over **Mr. 3** and **Miss Goldenweek**. The atmosphere was a mix of relief and curiosity as the crew processed everything that had just happened. Nami, ever the navigator, was the first to break the silence with a pressing question.
Nami turned to the giants, her Log Pose in hand. "Hey, Dorry, Brogy," she began, her voice tinged with concern. "How long does it take for the Log Pose to set on this island? We need to get to Alabasta as soon as possible."
Dorry and Brogy exchanged a glance before Brogy spoke up. "Ah, yes. Little Garden is a unique island. The Log Pose takes about **one year** to set here."
Nami's eyes widened in shock, and she nearly dropped the Log Pose. "ONE YEAR?!" she shouted, her voice echoing through the jungle. "We can't wait that long! Vivi's kingdom is in danger!"
The rest of the crew looked equally alarmed, except for Luffy, who was grinning as if he had just heard the best news ever.
"Relax, Nami," Luffy said, his tone calm and reassuring. "I've got it covered."
Nami turned to him, her frustration evident. "What do you mean, you've got it covered? We can't just skip this island!"
Luffy reached into his pocket and pulled out another Log Pose. "I took this from Mr. 3. It's already set for **Drum Island**. Our next crew member is waiting there."
The crew stared at him in stunned silence. Even the giants looked impressed.
Sanji was the first to recover from the shock. He stepped forward, his eyes lighting up with hope. "Captain, you said our next crew member is waiting on Drum Island. Is she... a lady?"
Luffy shook his head, his grin widening. "Nope. But you'll see when we get there."
Zoro crossed his arms, his expression skeptical. "And what makes you so sure this person will join us?"
Luffy shrugged. "I just know. Trust me, you'll like him."
Vivi, who had been quietly listening, finally spoke up. "Luffy, we don't have time for detours. Alabasta is—"
Luffy cut her off with a wave of his hand. "I know, Vivi. But this is important. Our crew needs to be strong if we're going to save your kingdom. And this guy... he's going to make us stronger."
The crew exchanged uncertain glances, but no one argued. They trusted Luffy's instincts, even if they didn't always understand them.
With the Log Pose situation resolved, the crew turned their attention to their captives: **Mr. 3** and **Miss Goldenweek**. Mr. 3 was still unconscious, thanks to Sanji's well-placed kick, but Miss Goldenweek was starting to stir.
Zoro glanced at Luffy. "What do we do with these two? We can't just let them go."
Luffy thought for a moment before shrugging. "Tie up Mr. 3 with Sea Prism Stone. He's too dangerous to leave free. As for the little girl..." He paused, looking at Miss Goldenweek with a thoughtful expression. "Take her paint, brushes, and canvases. I want her to join our crew."
The crew erupted in disbelief.
"WHAT?!" Nami shouted, her voice rising an octave. "You want to recruit a Baroque Works agent? Are you out of your mind?!"
Usopp backed away, waving his hands frantically. "No way! She's dangerous! She could turn us all into her puppets or something!"
Even Sanji, who usually had a soft spot for women, looked skeptical. "Captain, I don't think this is a good idea. She's been working for Crocodile. How do we know we can trust her?"
Luffy plugged his ears with his fingers and shouted, "CALM DOWN! It's my order! Look at her—she doesn't know right from wrong. She's just been used by Crocodile. If we give her a chance, she might change."
The crew fell silent, still unsure but unwilling to argue with their captain. Luffy's determination was unwavering, and they knew better than to challenge him when he had made up his mind.
As the crew began to tie up Mr. 3 and confiscate Miss Goldenweek's art supplies, Luffy pulled Sanji aside. He leaned in close and whispered, "If you succeed in convincing her to join the crew, I'll take you to an island called **Kuja Island**. It's an island full of only women."
Sanji's eyes widened, and a dreamy expression spread across his face. "An island... full of ladies? You're not messing with me, are you, Captain?"
Luffy grinned. "Nope. But you have to convince her first."
Sanji immediately straightened up, his determination renewed. "Consider it done, Captain. I'll have her eating out of the palm of my hand in no time."
When Miss Goldenweek finally woke up, she found herself surrounded by the Straw Hat Pirates. Her paintbrush and canvases were gone, and she looked around in confusion.
"Where... where am I?" she asked, her voice soft and timid.
Nami stepped forward, her expression kind but firm. "You're with us now. You don't have to work for Crocodile anymore. You can be free."
Sanji, ever the charmer, knelt down beside her. "Listen, little lady. You've been used by bad people, but that doesn't mean you have to stay that way. Join our crew, and we'll show you what it means to be free."
Miss Goldenweek looked at them with wide eyes, unsure of what to say. She had never been given a choice before—Crocodile had always told her what to do. But now, these strangers were offering her a chance to start over.
Luffy stepped forward, his grin warm and inviting. "What do you say? Want to join us and paint your own future?"
Miss Goldenweek hesitated for a moment before nodding slowly. "Okay... I'll join you."
The crew cheered, their earlier doubts forgotten. Even Nami and Usopp couldn't help but smile. Miss Goldenweek might have been an enemy, but now she was one of them.
With their new crew member secured and Mr. 3 safely tied up, the Straw Hat Pirates prepared to set sail for Drum Island. The giants, Dorry and Brogy, waved them off, their laughter echoing across the island.
"Good luck, Straw Hats!" Dorry called out. "May your journey be filled with adventure!"
Brogy nodded. "And may you find the strength you seek!"