On the beach, a salty fish sprawled on a lounge chair, cradling an adorable little girl.
He looked down at the little loli sleeping soundly, drooling, and his face was full of doting affection. Time flies so fast, four years have passed in a blink of an eye. The little dumpling who was just born is now a lovely little pink-haired loli. He sighed, reached out and gently stroked Eileen's little head, his gaze cast into the distance.
'It has been almost 11 years since I came to this pirate world. I wonder how my parents are doing in my previous world. I hope they are well. I can't be with them to fulfill my filial duty.'
'Thinking about my life before, I feel so lucky to be able to live freely in this extraordinary world, though there are still some regrets. But then again, is anything ever perfect?'
He watched the three beautiful girls training on the field. 'Yeah, what am I regretting?'
Looking at the girls who have gradually grown up, Leno had to sigh again: "Time flies!"
Today, Nami and Nojiko have mastered both Armament and Observation Haki. Nojiko has also mastered swordsmanship, and as for her Devil Fruit, she can now absorb others' life force and physical strength, store it, and transfer it to others.
Nami loves the custom-made Weather Staff that was made for her, and she is now skilled at using it in combat. With her cloud abilities, she can strike down a large area with electricity, and her combat power is quite strong.
Kuina is still a swordsman, but breaking through to a great swordsman is still a long way off. She has also mastered both Armament and Observation Haki, and her Conqueror's Haki has also broken through to the intermediate level.
A while ago, when she went back to Shimotsuki Village, Zoro challenged her, having been looking forward to another match with Kuina since he became a swordsman two years ago. The result was exactly as expected: he was taught a lesson. But this boy has also mastered both Armament and Observation Haki, making him much stronger than in the original story.
As for Kuina's Angel-Angel Fruit, she has developed two abilities: Holy Light Healing and Holy Light Punishment, which can quickly heal injuries and strike down dark-based abilities.
As for Leno himself, looking at his swordsman level and intermediate Conqueror's Haki, he was also helpless; he had no clue how to break through.
"Brother, I'm hungry," the little loli mumbled, her eyes still half-closed.
"Huh? You little rascal, you really do eat as soon as you wake up," Leno said with a laugh, pinching Eileen's little nose.
"Brother is a big meanie," little Eileen pouted and rubbed her head against Leno's chest.
"Hahahaha…"
He got up with Eileen in his arms and shouted to the three girls: "Alright everyone, take a break. It's time to eat."
"I'm coming, let me hold little Eileen! Kiss, kiss," Nami ran over, grabbed Eileen, and tried to kiss her.
"No, Sister is stinky," the little girl pushed Nami's face with both hands, her face full of disgust.
"Oh, you ungrateful brat! Forgot all the love I've given you, huh?"
"Eileen isn't a rascal. Eileen smells nice. I'm sweet-smelling! Right, Brother?!"
"Hahahaha…"
They all laughed and went home.
At the dinner table, Leno said: "I'm planning to go to Water Seven in a couple of days to build our ship."
'It's finally happening?!' The girls' eyes were full of expectation as they looked at Leno.
"Yeah, once the ship is built, we'll set sail. According to our plan, we'll first travel around the four seas, then go through the Grand Line and into the New World!" Leno replied to their expectant gazes.
"Yay! We're finally going to set sail! I can't wait." Nami cheered. Seeing everyone happy, little Eileen also clapped her hands happily and laughed.
"However, I'll be taking a side trip to the New World. There's a place there that will be a great help to my training. I'll go there to train while the ship is being built. I'm not sure how long I'll be," Leno continued.
"It's okay. Go ahead. We've waited for so long, what's the harm in waiting a little longer," Nami said indifferently.
"Is that place dangerous?" Nojiko asked with some concern.
"Stay safe on the way there," Kuina instructed.
"Don't worry. It's not dangerous; it's just training. I'll leave the house to you guys during this time."
After dinner, Leno took out a pen and paper and said: "Everyone, tell me what you want for the ship, and I'll write it down."
"Me first, me first," Nami said, snatching the lead: "First, I want a drawing studio, a study, and a tool room. I also want a garden with tangerine trees, and the bathroom needs to be big. That's all for now. I'll tell you if I think of anything else."
"I want an open kitchen, and it's best if the space is a bit larger," Nojiko said simply.
"I want a training room," Kuina's request was even simpler.
"Then I'll add some things: a medical room, a lounge area, a dining area, and preferably an aquarium. We'll also ask for professional advice once we get there," Leno added.
After he finished writing, everyone helped him pack, mainly food and clothes. Leno put everything into his system panel backpack. Everyone now knew that Leno had a space to store items, which Nami had been jealous of for a long time.
Early the next morning, everyone said goodbye to Leno.
"Have a safe trip and come back soon."
"Be careful on the road."
What annoyed Leno the most was that when Eileen found out he was leaving, she clung to him and wouldn't let go. Everyone tried to comfort her for a long time, but in the end, Nami had to hold her so she wouldn't grab him.
"Brother, I want Brother! Sister is a meanie," the little girl cried.
"Be good, Eileen. Brother will be back soon and bring you yummy treats and fun toys. Be a good girl and listen to Mom and your sisters, okay?" Leno said softly, stroking Eileen's head.
"I'm leaving," he said. As Eileen watched him with teary eyes, he turned into a flash of lightning and disappeared with a *"Zzzap!"*