The sea sparkled beneath the blazing sun as the Dream Conqueror cut across the East Blue, its sleek hull gliding effortlessly. On deck, Yasaka was showing off her explosive throwing star prototypes to Lily, while Nojiko and Nami were sunbathing. Alvida steered, sipping juice with a laziness only true queens could afford.
Vegito stood at the front of the ship, arms folded. His eyes were fixed on a floating speck on the horizon.
The legendary floating restaurant: Baratie.
System Alert:
Quest Triggered: Gourmet Duel!Location: BaratieEvent: Conflict with Female Sous-Chef DetectedPotential Waifu: Scarlet – The Crimson ChefCompatibility: Moderate | Culinary Affinity Bonus: 2x Romance Rate when cooking togetherReward: Cooking Skill Tree Unlocked (Fusion Cuisine Variant)
Vegito smirked. "Time to spice things up."
Welcome to Baratie
As they docked, a flashy waiter greeted them. "Welcome to Baratie, the finest cuisine on the sea—wait… ARE YOU KING FIST VEGITO?!"
The moment they stepped inside, a commotion erupted. Pirates and nobles whispered. Vegito's face was now plastered all over East Blue's wanted posters.
One bold marine informant tried to sneak out, but Yasaka tripped him with a pressure mine disguised as a placemat.
"Oops."
They were seated anyway—out of fear or respect, none could tell. But it didn't matter. The moment she walked in, the room went quiet again.
Enter: Scarlet, The Crimson Chef
She emerged from the kitchen like a storm. Long crimson hair tied into a high ponytail, red chef's coat stained with spice, cleaver strapped to her thigh, and sharp, golden eyes full of fire.
Name: ScarletRole: Sous-Chef / Combat CookFighting Style: Knife-fu, Flame Kicks, and Culinary KiWaifu Compatibility: Hot-headed Tsundere Route
Affinity: Neutral (Currently dislikes you)Warning: Has violently injured past suitorsSpecial Trait: "Kitchen Queen" – Gain +2 morale when she's cooking for crew
She slammed down a dish on Vegito's table.
"Who ordered the fire squid stir-fry?"
Vegito raised a brow. "Did you add chili powder?"
"Triple dose. You got a problem, muscles?"
He took a bite.
And immediately, a tear rolled down his cheek.
Everyone paused.
"…He's crying," Nojiko said.
"It's that spicy?" Nami blinked.
Vegito set his utensils down, stood up, and cracked his knuckles.
"I challenge your entire kitchen staff."
Scarlet: "Excuse me?!"
Vegito: "One-on-one. Cook-off. You win, I leave and never flirt with you again. I win, you join my crew."
Scarlet blinked. "I'm not joining any damn harem."
Vegito grinned. "That's what they all say."
The Ultimate Cook-Off: Crimson vs. King
Scarlet changed into her battle apron. Vegito, guided by System-Certified Cooking Instructions, donned an apron that read: "Harem Chef Extraordinaire."
The challenge? Three dishes:
Appetizer: Use only local fish and seaweed.
Main: Fusion cuisine.
Dessert: Surprise round (judged by Sanji and Zeff).
The kitchen erupted into a frenzy.
Scarlet chopped at lightning speed, flames bursting from her cleavers as she stir-fried with one hand and battered squid rings with the other.
Vegito? He used Ki-enhanced chopping, fried with controlled heat blasts, and flavored every dish with love and system recipes.
The Final Judgment
Sanji took a bite of Scarlet's tuna sashimi. "Perfect knife work. Balanced flavor."
Then he tried Vegito's seaweed wrap filled with lightly smoked eel and ki-infused citrus glaze.
He wept.
"God… it's unfair. I feel like I'm cheating on the All Blue."
Zeff tried the main dish—Vegito's meat fusion bowl with pieces of cooked Sea King, spicy rice, and a lava egg topping.
Zeff exhaled. "Kid's got talent. I'll say it."
Scarlet's dessert—a flaming cherry pudding—was beautiful.
Vegito's surprise dessert? A simple, handmade chocolate mochi with spiced cinnamon cream—which melted in the mouth.
The judges gave the victory to Vegito.
Scarlet's Breakdown… and Breakthrough
She stormed out of the kitchen, punching the wall so hard it cracked. Vegito followed her outside, standing silently as she cursed the wind.
"You embarrassed me. You came in here and just—!"
"You're amazing," he said. "That pudding was perfection. But you've never had someone push you. Now you did."
She turned to him, fire still in her eyes. "Why do you even want me on your crew?"
"Because I want a family on my ship. And I want my family to eat like kings."
"…Tch. You're full of cheesy lines."
"You like cheese?"
"…Shut up."
He took her hand gently. "Come with me. Cook for us. Fight beside us. I promise… you'll never feel unappreciated again."
She looked away, lips trembling… then slowly nodded.
"But if you touch my knives without asking, I'll gut you."
"Deal."
System Update: New Crew Member Acquired
Fifth Crew Member: Scarlet, the Crimson ChefRole: Head Chef / Melee Combatant / Fire SpecialistNew Skill Tree Unlocked: Culinary CombatPassive Buff Gained: Gourmet Morale (+5 morale to entire crew after Scarlet's meals)Romantic Route: Active – Slow Burn
Interrupted Peace: The Blade of Legend Descends
Just as the celebration began, a dark presence swept the seas. A small boat arrived, carrying a man with a massive black sword strapped to his back.
Dracule Mihawk.
"Who destroyed the Black Cat Pirates?" he asked calmly, stepping onto the Baratie.
Vegito walked forward, drink in hand. "That would be me."
Mihawk narrowed his eyes. "You're not from this world. I sense… something old and boundless in you."
Vegito smirked. "You wanna test that?"
The world seemed to freeze.
Mihawk drew Yoru, and in an instant, a slash cut the air between them.
Vegito raised a finger and stopped the slash mid-air with Ki.
Everyone gawked.
Mihawk smiled. "Interesting. Perhaps I shall visit you again… in the Grand Line."
With a graceful step, he vanished.
Scarlet stared at Vegito. "You just blocked Mihawk's attack with a finger?!"
He sipped his drink. "Yup."
Yasaka muttered. "I am so glad I joined this maniac."
World Reaction: East Blue's Earthquake
Bounty Poster Update
Name: "King Fist" VegitoBounty: 180,000,000 BerriesStatus: Cataclysmic ThreatNote: Defeated Black Cat Pirates, Buggy, and outcooked Baratie's chef. Rumored to have clashed with Mihawk. Traveling with a rapidly growing crew of infamous women. Presence in East Blue now considered a destabilizing event.
Marineford:
Sengoku: "We need to send someone stronger."
Garp: "Send Luffy. Let the kids have fun."
Akainu: "This isn't fun. It's madness."
Tsuru: "It's a recipe for disaster. Pun intended."
Crew Log Update: Dream Conqueror
Vegito (Captain): Unstoppable Saiyan Pirate King
Nami (Navigator): Treasure goddess of the crew
Nojiko (Combat Support): Sniper and calm balance
Alvida (Brawler): Blunt beauty with attitude
Lily (Fire Dancer): Pyromaniac performer
Yasaka (Trap Master): Explosive tomboy genius
Scarlet (Chef): Fiery knife-wielding culinary master