Captain Krieg the leader, bounty of 17 million Berry.
first mate Bara the Iron Wall, bounty of 12 million Berry.
Chief of Combat, Gin the Ogre, bounty of 12 million Berry.
All together, that's over 40 million Berry!
With such a large sum of money, these chefs were practically laughing in their sleep.
They naturally expressed their sincere gratitude to the Straw Hat who defeated Krieg and his crew. Of course, they couldn't just keep all the bounty money for themselves.
Therefore, under Zeff's decision, with a grand gesture, the Straw Hat Pirates' assets increased by another ten million Berry.
This was already all of Baratie's existing savings.
Originally, with Zeff's past as a pirate, he wouldn't have been so straightforward, only playing on principles and emotions with Luffy.
But with Link smiling and watching from the side, and Nami, who hadn't sailed away on the going merry, also eyeing them menacingly.
Then simply talking about principles wouldn't suffice. Zeff, being very sensible, offered tangible benefits.
Of course, besides these, he also kicked out his own sous chef, Sanji.
The latter had also fought alongside Link and the others, and he had come to understand the personalities and aspirations of their group, so he personally wasn't against it.
Coupled with the cooking competition he lost earlier, Sanji ultimately had no choice but to agree to join Luffy and go with him and his crew.
At the entrance of Baratie.
"For all this time, I am truly grateful for your guidance and nurturing!"
Sanji was there, bowing his head to the ground, his forehead hitting the floor heavily, tears flowing like water.
Not only him, but the fierce chefs lined up on both sides, full of imposing presence, no longer had their terrifying expressions. Instead, each of them was emotionally sniffing, holding back tears.
After all these years of living together, it was impossible for them not to feel anything when Sanji suddenly left.
However, their ways of expressing emotion varied.
Just like the two guys who suddenly appeared, one holding a harpoon and the other a large rolling pin.
"Before you go, we're going to get our revenge!"
"This is years of resentment accumulated in the kitchen. Prepare yourself, Sanji!"
Patty and Carne, the former violent chef duo, jumped out from both sides, shouting and aggressively rushing towards Sanji.
However, after Sanji got up from the ground, with just a side-step, he knocked both of them to the ground with a kick each.
Such leg techniques, he had indeed received Zeff's true teachings.
"Damn it..."
Patty and Carne lay on the ground, crying bitterly and unwillingly, unable to get their revenge even at the last moment. (Middle)
"I told you, you can't beat him." (Turn)
The surrounding chefs sympathized with their miserable state, and also felt a bit helpless. (Group)
However, the two's sudden troublemaking antics, like living treasures, did dilute the sad atmosphere of farewell somewhat. (3)
"What a bunch of fools, men should say goodbye in silence!" (7)
Zeff, on the second floor, had already turned back into the house, but inside, he wiped his moist eyes. (1)
Thus, this sea restaurant, which he had founded with Sanji, now bid him a complete farewell. (7)
"They truly are men..." (2)
On the going merry, Usopp, who had witnessed this scene, also sniffed, moved by the moment. (9)
He was always easily moved by such scenes. (1)
"So why are you crying there?!" (1)
Zoro, lying on the side, seeing the puddle forming beneath Usopp that was almost reaching him, moved aside in disgust. (9)
Sanji then boarded the going merry, waving goodbye to the many chefs.
"Yo ho, we finally have an excellent chef on our ship!"
Luffy was the happiest about having a new companion join his Pirate Crew.
He extended a warm welcome to Sanji.
Usopp also showed his friendliness, as for Nami.
Well, she didn't even need to say a word, and Sanji would eagerly fawn over her.
Of course, before becoming Nami's simp, Sanji didn't forget to inquire about the crew's situation and roles on the ship.
"As you can see, Zoro is the swordsman, and this guy is the captain."
Link pointed at Luffy, and Sanji indicated he understood.
He was just a bit surprised that Luffy was the captain in this small group.
Could it be that on this Pirate Crew, the silliest person was the captain?
Although it was very rude, Sanji still had some doubts.
"Usopp is the sniper, Nami is the Navigator, and as for Johnny and Joseph, they were Zoro's subordinates when he was a Bounty Hunter, so they aren't members of our crew." As Link introduced them, Usopp puffed out his chest, and Nami casually brushed her hair, making Sanji feel a little parched.
But soon, his attention was drawn to Link's last words.
"As for me, I am the Vice Captain of this ship, and also an Item Master."
"Item Master?"
Sanji repeated the title, "I heard you mention it before when you were fighting that man with the Hawk-Eyes."
"And with the magic seasoning you took out earlier, Item Master, what kind of profession is that exactly?" He was a bit confused and bewildered.