History Repeats Itself

After all the hell which transpired throughout the previous months...from fighting a human Den Den Mushi to escaping marines...his crew deserved a rest. A period of time where no one would have to worry about decapitation or getting their feathers plucked. And so, the man now known as Chateau the Skeleton, decided to use the funds he gathered from their previous endeavor to pay for a weekend resort for his crew. While Meredia and Rowing claimed this prize as if a birthright, Mori did put up a bit of a fight. But Chateau didn't have enough money for them all to enjoy such an extravagant outing. Besides, they needed this more than he did. On the bright side! Banaro Island was one filled with a rich history. More than a century ago, a great battle took place here which many historians claimed to be a major stepping stone in the battle at Marineford. The town used the funds from the influx of tourist in order to build new accommodations.

Duel at Banaro Island!

So exciting! Before he was a pirate. Before he served beneath one of the most legendary hoteliers of all blues, Chateau dreamed of being an explorer and a historian. He took what little funds left over fromt he crew's excursion and decided to use it for memorabilia. Despite wearing his usual black denim pants and white dress shirt beneath his black blazer, he managed to carry hundreds of bags on his arm as he made his way to the ship. Such a trip built up his appetite. Or so his stomach said. "It says this island became famous for their flame grilled burgers and darkness tea." Chateau read from a pamphlet. He leapt off the ship and made his way through the town.

It'd been rebuilt after the infamous duel. The incoming profits allowed it to stretch much farther than before. He smiled as children played. But the whisperings of bored wives carried across still wind. He heard them spread their gossips. Their fear of destruction after being visited from the pirate whose declaration came at 100 million berri. They spoke his name as if a curse upon the seas.

"Chateau the Skeleton.'

Had a nice ring to it. And in a twisted way, he felt as if he accomplished something great for once in his life. He smiled at his bounty posters. Although a wave of sadness overwhelmed his heart when he noticed the other three next to his. They didn't want this life. No! He interrupted himself. ''YOu said you were going to relax. You couldn't afford to spend time with them but at least you can spend time with yourself!''

The captain made his way to the restaurant. The music and song of the surrounding citizens froze as he sat at a lone table. A waitress approached with a scared visage.

"W-what can I g-g-get you sir?" She managed.

"I'd take a flame grilled burger, medium rare and a darkness tea." Chateau responded.

"A-anything else? H-how would you like your b-burger??"

"Medium rare." He smiled at the girl. His lowered eyes complimenting his smile. He seemed harmless.

"Coming right up!"

Chateau chuckled as the girl scuttled away. He didn't mind scaring people away...maybe this way they'd leave him alone.