One Piece: I, the Strongest Intern of the Roger Pirates

Brother Yi, what do we do now?

The trio huddled in a corner after executing Fang Yi's plan, quietly discussing their next move.

This kind of high-level battle is way out of our league, Fang Yi said seriously, glancing at the chaotic battlefield in the distance.

Whether it's the captain's fight, or Mr. Rayleigh and Teacher Jabba's, there's nothing we can contribute.

Agree! Buggy nodded so fast it was a blur.

He had barely brushed past the battlefield just now and nearly got blown away by the shockwaves.

Now he finally understood why Fang Yi always warned them to stay far away from the captain during fights—Roger was more dangerous than the enemy!

And there's another thing—something's not right, Fang Yi frowned.

The Rocks Pirates are short on people. Several of their high-ranking officers still haven't shown up.

Maybe they're off doing something else? Shanks guessed.

Even I can see this is the decisive battle. If the Rocks Pirates lose here, it's over for them. Would you split up your power at a time like this?

Shanks was startled.

You mean… they're planning something?

Exactly. And since we're no use in this fight, we might as well find those missing officers. Also, the whole reason this war started is the Celestial Dragons—finding where they're being held is just as important.

Fang Yi thought for a moment, then laid out his plan:

"Shanks, you're the calm one—go check out the Celestial Dragons' palace. Buggy, I heard fighting in that direction earlier. Head over and see if it's any of the missing officers. I'll scout the area from above and see what I can find."

Regardless of what we find, meet back here in one hour.

Shanks and Buggy exchanged a look and nodded.

They knew this zone was the most dangerous—any second, they could be pulled into a deadly battle.

Shanks ran toward the Celestial Dragons' palace.

Buggy made his way toward the direction where Whitebeard and Zephyr were fighting.

As for Fang Yi, his goal was to find a vantage point for reconnaissance.

But just as he slipped into a narrow alley, a very familiar voice reached his ears.

Ma, looks like the captain's already started fighting! All right, you lot—go help him out. I have something else to take care of.

A curvy woman carrying a massive blade smiled as she looked toward the distant battle.

Yes, Lady Linlin! The pirates behind her shouted and stormed toward the fray, leaving Fang Yi hiding in a corner, hardly daring to breathe.

Because he had instantly recognized her—

Future Yonko. Captain of the Big Mom Pirates. Charlotte Linlin.

I'm screwed… Fang Yi muttered, praying she would just walk away.

All right, once we clean up the last few rats, we can get back to our business. Ma

Just as Fang Yi hoped she would leave, a wave of deadly intent swept over him.

Acting on instinct, he leapt out from his hiding place.

Oh? The little rat came out on its own?

Charlotte Linlin had been about to attack, but now smiled wickedly at the surprise.

Uh… I'm just a lost civilian! You believe that, right?" Fang Yi chuckled nervously, scratching the back of his head.

Ma, do you believe that?

She eyed the bow and arrows in his hands with a smirk.

Hehehe… Fang Yi realized there was no fooling her now.

He kept grinning awkwardly, hoping she'd let her guard down.

So, should I do it—or will you?

She eyed him with amusement, clearly enjoying the game.

What's… that?

Fang Yi suddenly gasped in horror, staring behind her with wide eyes as if he'd seen a nightmare.

Linlin and her companion, Streusen, instinctively turned to look—only to find nothing.

That brat… dared trick me?!

By the time she turned back, Fang Yi was already sprinting away.

Forget it, Linlin—we've got more important things to do, Streusen sighed.

Hmph! You go to the palace—I'm gonna gut that little brat!

Without even looking back, she charged off after Fang Yi.

Linlin… Streusen could only shake his head and head toward the Celestial Dragons' palace alone.

His target was clear: the treasure hidden inside.

She's chasing me?!

Fang Yi glanced back in panic.

Fine, let's go for broke!

Still running, he nocked an arrow and loosed it behind him.

Clang!

Charlotte Linlin batted it away with a single hand.

Brat, attacks like that… are useless against me!

Fang Yi kept firing—seven, eight arrows—but none of his skills triggered, and Linlin only got closer.

Dammit! Not even Precision or Stun?! At least give me something! I just upgraded this skill to Level 3!

Judging by the distance, he had only one more shot before she reached him.

Thwip! BOOM!

No miracle. Linlin casually deflected the arrow again.

Ma~mamama… Die, you annoying little rat!

With a feral grin, she leapt toward him and threw a punch.

Fang Yi saw the trajectory thanks to his Hawk Eye skill, but his body couldn't react fast enough.

BOOM!

The ground where he'd stood was obliterated, but Fang Yi emerged unscathed.

It wasn't because someone saved him.

His Evasion skill had finally triggered!

Seriously?! Evasion has a 10% chance, and it worked, but Precision has 30% and you never trigger?!

Fang Yi kept running, grumbling to himself.

"Hmm? Ma Interesting... Let's see how many more times you can dodge me, little brat."

Amused by his survival, Charlotte Linlin licked her lips and gave chase again.

As he ran, Fang Yi racked his brain for a way out.

Defeating her? Not a chance.

Unless his 1% Instakill skill activated, there was no way.

To Fang Yi, Charlotte Linlin—the future Yonko Big Mom—was... unstable.

Possibly because of her Soul-Soul Fruit, she had absorbed far too many souls over time.

Her spirit was fractured, her mental state unstable.

Especially after she devoured Mother Carmel, she developed a split personality.

The evil persona—Big Mom—gradually suppressed the original kind-hearted Linlin, with Streusen's guidance.

That's why, in the future, her mind would often collapse.

Her rampant hunger episodes were a symptom: her soul couldn't fully control her immense body.

Even as a child, if she wanted something, she had to get it—or her body would override her mind, doing things even she didn't understand.

And that flaw… might be Fang Yi's only hope.

Still running in panic, he opened his inventory and scanned his items.

He'd used the lottery system a lot this year.

Even if most weren't combat gear, there were tons of miscellaneous oddities.

Usually, he cleaned it out to save space, but luckily, some things remained.

Got it!

He found a cake, not just any cake, but one rated by the system as a Gourmet Cake.

When he first pulled it out, even the crew couldn't stop praising it.

Roger himself—who loved meat above all—admitted this cake wasn't inferior to his beloved meat-on-the-bone.

Found you, brat!

Suddenly, Charlotte Linlin appeared ahead, cutting off his escape.

Haha… Beautiful big sister, there's no need to fight and kill, right? How about… we sit down and have some tea? I've got cake!

Fang Yi pulled out the cake and smiled.

Sniff sniff sniff…

Charlotte Linlin's nose twitched.

She caught the aroma and drooled at the mouth.

Gimme that cake, brat! If it tastes good, I'll consider letting you live!

Fang Yi tossed it over, grinning.

Aren't you afraid it's poisoned?