One Piece: Legendary Family

Chapter 39: A Sense That Something Is Happening

Gillian was increasingly surprised as she read. She was sure that the old man from a moment ago was a very skilled doctor. This notebook contained many diseases and their complete treatments; for a doctor, this was a true treasure.

"Charlotte, can you find that old man?"

Gillian looked at Charlotte for help.

Charlotte nodded slightly. She had memorized the old man's unique aura. As long as he didn't leave the city, her Observation Haki could easily locate him.

In an instant, an invisible wave began to expand.

In just a few moments, she located the old man's position.

"Wait a moment."

The old man, who was walking, stopped and looked back. It was Charlotte and her group.

"You all..."

The old man seemed surprised.

"Grandpa, thank you!"

Gillian bowed to the old man.

The old man laughed with satisfaction, "Young lady, did you come just to thank me? There's no need, it's an honor to meet someone with your medical ethics."

Gillian looked at the old man, unable to calm down.

"So study well. That notebook can help you become an excellent doctor and fulfill your dream."

Charlotte was a bit surprised; this old man really didn't expect anything in return. His character was quite admirable.

Gillian hesitated a bit before speaking, "The bookstore owner told me that Doctor Lyle will be hosting a medical conference tomorrow. Will you go?"

Upon hearing this, a fleeting unnatural expression appeared on the old man's face. Charlotte noticed this subtle change.

"Is that so? That's good. I... maybe not."

Gillian was surprised by the old man's response. She thought he must also be a doctor. This conference was a big event in the kingdom, attracting many doctors to exchange techniques and ideas. For a doctor, this was a great temptation. But... the old man's answer left her perplexed.

After speaking, the old man prepared to leave.

"Sir, it seems you know Doctor Lyle."

Charlotte's words stopped the old man, who then smiled and said, "Young man, in this place, who doesn't know Doctor Lyle?"

Seeing the old man trying to evade the question, Charlotte felt even more certain that something was going on.

That emotional fluctuation didn't lie; they definitely knew each other.

He decided not to ask more.

Asking too many questions could get him involved in something problematic.

"I see, you're right."

The three watched the old man walk away before continuing their own way.

Charlotte didn't prevent Gillian from attending the conference. At most, they would lose a few days; it wasn't a big deal.

Although they didn't find a famous master for Gillian, they got a valuable gift from a mysterious old man. Things had progressed considerably.

It was a good gain.

He didn't want to investigate the old man further. If his curiosity got him into a complicated story, it would be a problem.

He didn't want that.

At all.

Problems should stay away from Charlotte.

...

"Boss, why did you come here?"

In the food shop, Betta looked at Charlotte and the others in a panic.

Huh? There was a large empty beer jug next to the food, but due to the angle, Charlotte didn't notice.

Whenever he was caught drinking secretly, Charlotte would scold him.

"What? Can't I come?"

Charlotte frowned, annoyed by Betta's attitude.

"No, no, of course not. Hehe."

Betta waved his hands nervously, laughing foolishly.

Barrett, beside him, was also nervous, sweating.

Charlotte noticed something strange, "Aren't you doing something behind my back?"

"Boss, how can you think that?"

Seeing their expressions, Charlotte became more and more suspicious.

"Really?"

"Really, truer than pure gold."

Betta nodded determinedly.

"Boss, it's true, completely."

Barrett also nodded firmly.

"Okay, Charlotte, don't scare them anymore."

Lina smiled, interceding for them.

Instantly, Betta and Barrett looked at Lina with gratitude, relieved.

Charlotte didn't insist. These two never made serious mistakes, and he trusted them.

But as their boss, and since they were young, Charlotte couldn't leave them alone all the time; sometimes he had to be strict.

He sighed, deciding not to scare them anymore.

He ordered a lot of food and sat at another clean table.

Betta and Barrett exchanged relieved looks, starting to eat more discreetly to not draw their boss's attention.

Charlotte observed them, puzzled by how quiet they were today. Normally, they were much noisier.

He had the feeling that something was happening.

He shook his head, feeling too paranoid.

Since becoming a pirate, his mind had become more sensitive.

He didn't want to think too much about it.

At the same time, a waiter approached Betta and Barrett.

"Gentlemen, would you like more beer?"

Both were petrified, their expressions incredulous.

"Mister...?"

Somehow, Charlotte was already behind them.

They felt a chill down their spines and turned, showing a forced smile.

"Boss, we can explain."

Charlotte smiled without humor, "Go ahead, explain."

Both became nervous.

"Well..."

"This..."

Charlotte, seeing their troubled faces, couldn't get angry anymore.

After all, he couldn't control them always. Drinking a bit at their age wasn't so bad.

He just didn't want them to start drinking so soon.

Drinking too much is harmful, even in a world of pirates, moderation was necessary.

"Alright, let it not happen again."

Both sighed in relief.

The waiter asked again, "So, do you want more beer?"

At that moment, they looked at the waiter with barely contained fury.

The waiter, feeling the pressure, swallowed nervously.

"Bring us two large juices."

"Yes, sir."

The waiter ran off.

Finally, they could completely relax.

Charlotte returned to his table.

"Zap!"

He lit a cigarette and started smoking.

(End of Chapter)

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