Julius and Brennan are searching for the "One Piece"

Brennan had been asked to accompany one of his guildmates on a job, a job where their task would be finding a fabled piece of treasure, the One Piece. Brennan had had three reasons for saying yes to Julius' request: first of all, he wanted to get to know Julius better, Brennan and Julius had barely ever talked before, even though Brennan wanted to get to know him. Second of all, he was a Fairy Tail Guild Ace with nothing to do, being an Ace and denying a Guild Member's request for help would surely scar Brennan's reputation and warrant a through scolding from Heero. Last of all, from the first time he had heard about the One Piece, it had been his dream to find it, though admittedly, he'd only heard about it when Julius told him about it. It was still a perfectly valid dream though.

Julius was talking with his parrot, which at this point, didn't surprise Brennan anymore, it was one of the more normal things he'd seen around Earthland, after all, he himself had the ability to turn completely into fire which wasn't actually fire… As Julius squabbled with his parrot, Brennan stared out into the ocean, it was so vast… the ocean seemed to be unending. He took a deep breath just to smell the smell of the ocean, and let it out contently. Needless to say, Brennan loved the ocean. Julius then began to talk to the captain of the ship, whom he was apparently acquainted with. The captain asked Julius about Brennan, who heard Julius explain why he was here, though it didn't quite register in his brain, he was too busy looking out into the ocean contently. Julius then walked up to Brennan and began to talk with him, asking how he liked the ocean, and thanking him. "I love sailing across the ocean, Julius, in fact, I love the ocean, period." Brennan paused, flashing his signature grin. "And there's really no need to thank me, I came here because I wanted to." He grinned once again, "What about you, Julius? How do you like sailing across the ocean." Just as he said this, the captain pulled into Divide Island. Brennan would wait for Julius' answer before stepping off the ship and thanking the captain and flashing his signature grin.

The parrot made a comment about how it was ironic that Brennan enjoyed the sea, seeing as he was a fire wizard and all, and though Brennan had never actually thought about that... He supposed it was ironic, in a way, especially since he was made of fire... Well, not actual fire, but it wasn't any less ironic. Brennan laughed as Squabble made the comment, and continued as Julius gave Squabble a death stare.

Shortly after this, they were almost arriving at Divide Island, and Julius seemed to recognize a group of pirates on a ship... That could not be good, at all. Brennan shifted around, but said nothing, and as Julius ordered the captain to stop he nodded in agreement. Brennan grinned as Julius said they would swim the rest of the way, finally, the mark on his hand would come to use. Julius created two bubbles near the ship for them to use, but Brennan shook his head, "I can stay underwater for really long, like, realllllyyyy long." He said with a grin, jumping off of the ship with a swan dive. The blue mark underneath his gloved hand began to glow, and Brennan swam underwater towards the island at thundering speed, he wouldn't need to stop for air in a while. Brennan was so deep, there was no way the pirates could spot him, and he didn't need air! He was in a really good position. He absolutely loved swimming, it was amazingly relaxing, and he loved the way the water felt against his skin, it was cool, and amazing. If there was one thing he disliked about the ocean, specifically swimming in it, was the fact that there was salt water in the ocean... It burned his eyes when he swam, and it was rather unpleasant. But the way the water felt on his skin made up for the way the ocean water stung his eyes.

The job was a big one.

Every job board he had passed in taverns and inns told of it, in towns across the continent. He had even ventured to several of the Legal Guilds to check out their job boards, and had found the exact same job sitting there waiting, as if some higher power had laid it out for him like a pathway to greatness.

He had, of course, heard of the mystical One Piece. Rumour told that it was a magical item of intense power, and it had been lost for centuries now. If a map had truly been uncovered telling of its location, he was certain that there would be a fight for it - and he would certainly be there to throw his hat into the ring. After all, it wasn’t every day that you had the chance to grab such an item.

And so he had come to Hargeon Town, searching for the captain who had posted the job request. He barely paused as he traversed the town, except to grab a new carton of cigarettes from one of the shadier dealers on a street corner. He lit one up before proceeding down to the docks, feeling the stress seeping out of his mouth with the smoke.

“I’m here for One Piece.”

The words seemed mystical even as he said them. He had reached the Captain at the docks, and held out the job advert that he had taken from the nearby board. The Captain was an older man, his salt-washed hair and beard a deep grey in the noon sun. He took the job request from Garlim’s hand, looking it up and down for several seconds.

“Looks like you’re too late, son. I sent two Wizards out already to Divide Island, Fairy Tail Wizards at that. They ain’t likely to fail me. Thanks for the offer, but I don’t need you.”

The words bounced off Garlim like sand against a rock. His eyes panned slowly over to where the Captain’s ship was moored, and nodded in its direction. “I guess that’s your ship, Captain?”

The Captain gave a huge smile. “Sure is; the Queen Anne is a beauty, isn’t she? Just recently installed one of those lacrima engines in ‘er too, so she can move just about as fast as the wind!”

“Good,” Garlim said, taking a few steps past the Captain towards the ship. “Then I won’t be needing you.”

He spun on his heel and, in the blink of an eye, shot his hand out towards the Captain’s chest. A bolt of lightning raced down Garlim’s arm and into his hand, reaching his fingertips just as he touched the Captain. A zapping sound emitted from the seaman’s chest, and a faint burning smell caught the breeze as his shirt crisped up. The Captain’s face transformed into one of shock and surprise before he collapsed backwards, shuddering slightly as the electricity raced through his nervous system.

With barely a second glance for the Captain, Garlim headed towards the boat and got on board. He had only been on a boat once in his life, and that had been nowhere near as large as this one. His eyes moved over the various sails and masts for several seconds before shuddering - he was certainly glad that there was a lacrima engine.

He moved over towards the wheel, ignoring the shouts from the docks as people stumbled upon the Captain’s convulsing body. His hand hovered over the lacrima for a moment and he paused to look down at the crowd that had gathered. Fortunately for him, nobody was looking up at him - yet. Without giving them a chance to stop them, he concentrated on pushing his magic energy into his hand and felt the ship burst to life around him.

The crowd looked at him then, but it was too late. The vessel crashed forwards through the waves at an astounding speed, causing Garlim to grip the wheel in front of him with such vigour that his knuckles quickly turned to a deep, bone white. The speed continued for several seconds before Garlim removed his hand from the engine, causing the vessel to slow down considerably. Now that they were away from the Docks, he could afford to travel a bit slower - but not too much. If there were two Fairy Tail Wizards on the case, the job could be over before he arrived - something he wanted to avoid.

After around an hour of travel on the boat, using the lacrima engine on and off, he spotted an island in the distance. Abandoning his post at the helm, he moved to the prow of the ship and gazed out intently.

Divide Island, home of the One Piece. He was here.

He gazed backwards across the ship, before deciding that it would be a lot better to leave it out here. The job request had stated that pirates were after the treasure too, so he didn’t want to risk them seeing him here. He took a few steps over to the rail at the edge of the ship and gripped the nearby anchor, heaving it up into the air before throwing it overboard with a groan of exertion. It crashed into the water along with the huge, heavy chain attached to it, before crashing into the ocean floor after a few seconds.

Satisfied that the ship wouldn’t be leaving anytime soon, he returned to looking at the island, feeling his magic bubbling up inside of him. He concentrated for several seconds before exerting himself, leaping from the prow of the ship.

Instantly his body transformed. Where a man had been previously, now there was only a bolt of lightning, streaking across the ocean with massive speeds. After only a few seconds he had hit the beach, his body turning back to the blonde-haired human that was Garlim. He let out a deep breath as fatigue gripped at his limbs, but shook it off for now - he couldn’t rest, not even for a moment.

He turned left and right slowly, before pausing - there was a small group of people just at the far end of the beach. There were at least two wizards amongst them, Garlim could tell that much - which made him guess that these were the Fairy Tail wizards. He rolled his shoulders to loosen them before making in their direction, his eyes locked on their location in case they decided to attack.

“Fairy Tail Wizards?” Garlim shouted when he was within earshot. He didn’t get too close but continued to approach slowly - range was his ally when it came to a battle.

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When Julius turned around he looked at the ocean. It was so vast and there was water as far as the eye could see. The ocean had a clear blue color Julius always loved ocean water more then water coming from a pond or a river. Julius closed his eyes and concentrated himself on the sound of the waves of the water. Julius felt himself coming to peace he took a few breathes and all the anger he felt to blackstache's pirate crew had left. Oi Julius-kun! You alright? You looked a bit zoned out for second! Julius calmness would left him in one sentence after hearing Squable. Julius was starting to get a bit relaxed! Julius said annoyed. Julius let out a sigh and looked towards Brennan who hadn't said a word after they arrived on the beach. It looked like Brennan had fallen asleep. Julius couldn't help but to sigh again. *sigh* For the love of... Let's just put him under a tree to make sure he doesn't get a sun burn... Julius grabbed Brennan and brought him to a palm tree to protect himself of getting a sun burn. Oi! Why don't you wake him up?! Just let him sleep... Julius thinks Brennan-kun has been a bit stressed out lately so maybe this might be a good opportunity to let him relax a bit.

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Suddenly a voice called out to Julius and Brennan. Julius looked to where the voice was coming from and he could see a blond man standing a few feet away from them. He walked slowly towards Julius and Brennan. Julius looked a bit more at the man he looked like as if he was getting ready for a fight. Who are you? And what are you doing here? You don't have to be afraid! Julius won't attack you. Julius held both of his hands up in the air as a sign of peace.

When Garlim drew closer, he saw the panic flood the man’s face. However, when the words came they were cautious, talking of peace rather than instigating a fight. Garlim felt a smile come onto his face at the man’s waving arms, and raised his own hands, fists unclenched.

”Peace, friend,” he said, starting to walk closer. His eyes moved to the man who now rested beneath a tree, his eyebrow rising slowly. ”I’m here for a job - I guess you’re here for the same reason?”

His eyes scanned the man for a guild mark, but couldn’t see it - more than likely, it was beneath his clothes. When he looked over at the man beneath the tree, however, he saw a dull grey Fairy Tail tattoo upon his left forearm. He nodded, his original assumption correct - these were the two Fairy Tail Wizards that the Captain had mentioned. He took a few steps closer again, his eyes moving along the coast. Assuming that they were the Wizards for the job, he pushed on with what they were here to do.

”How about we work together rather than competing? I know that the pirates are East of here, but we won’t have much luck searching for One Piece without the map that Blackstache has - will your friend be joining us? Or is he just here for the sun?” he said, the side of his mouth curling upwards. He had heard of Blackstache before - and they could use all the help they could get.

”The name’s Garlim, by the way,” he said, extending his hand towards the man. ”Lightning Magic’s the speciality.”

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As the man came closer Julius could see a smile on the man's face. He held his arms up and opened his hands. Julius let out a sigh of relief he really didn't want to let a fight break out especially not when Brennan was sleeping.

As the man finally was near Julius and Brennan he explained that he was here for a job and asked if Julius and Brennan where here for the same reason. Yes we are... So that means you're also searching for the One Piece correct? Oi! Don't even think about getting our treasure! Squable said out of nowhere. Julius grabbed Squable and looked at him with a death stare. How many times does Julius has to tell you! Show some respect towards people whether it's a stranger or a enemy! Julius said in a low voice. Squable gulped and started to sweat.

Julius noticed that the man was inspecting Julius and Brennan. Julius didn't paid it any attention since he was still scolding Squable for his bad manners.

The man suggested that they should work together to get the one piece. Julius was actually glad that the man proposed to help since he wasn't able to defeat Blackstache on his own. Yes that would be great! Julius actually could really use the help. And he won't be joining us... But don't worry he is safe here! And don't worry about a map the captain gave Julius a map of where it's buried! There is a temple in the north of the island. Right now were at the south so we have to go through the jungle to get there! Julius explained.

the man introduced himself as Garlim and told Julius that he is lighting mage which sent a chill through Julius' spine since Julius is afraid of thunder lightning but he didn't show that to Garlim. Nice to meet you Garlim-san! My name is Julius Seas and Julius is a water mage.the boy sleeping here is Brennan a fire mage. And this parrot with bad manners is Squable!By the way... Julius has to ask how did you get on the island?

Garlim had been about to reply to the other man’s enquiry when the strange creature uttered some kind of threat. His eyebrow rose slowly as he watched the man reprimand the animal, but didn’t make a comment. Instead he shrugged it off, listening intently as Julius spoke.

When he mentioned that he had already obtained a map, Garlim’s other eyebrow rose to join its mate. He had thought that obtaining the map would be the most difficult and time-consuming part of this job, but if he already had one it was perfect - and a lot faster. He smiled and nodded in approval - this was going to be easier than expected.

”Yes, I’m here for One Piece - hopefully we can work together.” In reply to the man asking how he arrived on the island, Garlim couldn’t help but crack a grin. ”You see, I’m a Lightning Mage,” he said with a grin, and waved his hand in front of him. Faster than the blink of an eye he transformed into a huge column of pure lightning, shooting off to the side faster than any mortal eye could follow. He reappeared in his usual form, grin still plastered onto his face. ”So I have a few ways of travelling light - if you excuse the pun.”

But just after he did so, a feeling of dread grew within him - why had he done that? If the pirates were anywhere nearby, he would have just given away their position. Always showing off… he thought to himself, and then shook his head. They needed to press on, and get away from here as soon as possible.

”So, how about you lead the way?” he said, motioning for Julius to take the lead.

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Garlim told Julius that he was indeed searching for the one piece to. Julius let out a sigh knowing that Garlim agreed with helping Julius on their search. Julius is glad that you want to help us! It is sad though that Brennan-kun can't help us since beating Blackstache would be very easy. but it can't be helped.

Garlim suddenly grinned and repeated that he was a lightning mage and decided to show off with turning himself into column off lighting and turned back to his normal appearance. The color was drained from Julius' face Julius' body was like a plank he could fall down any second but refrained from doing. Garlim would then use a pun *snrk* Julius was at the edge of laughing but he had a hard time doing but the pun brought Julius back to being the Julius he always was. Suddenly Squable whispered something in Julius' ear. Psst. Julius-kun do you think you can handle yourself around this guy? I almost thought you would fall down any second. Of course Julius can! This may be Julius' chance on overcoming Julius' fear for thunder! Julius whispered back.

Garlim asked if Julius could take the lead. Sure! Julius knelt down to Brennan who was still sleeping like a rock. Don't worry brennan-kun! Julius will come back as soon as Julius can! Julius grabbed the map and a compass he brought along. Let's see... It seems like we're on the South side of the island and the one piece has to be in the temple to the North... It looks like we have to travel through the jungle...

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Going through jungle Julius noticed many plants he had never seen before. There where trees as far the eye could see Julius also saw some monkey's climbing and jumping through the tree tops. So Garlim-san... Where do you come from? Are you in a guild? Julius asked some questions he didn't knew Garlim and thought this was a nice opportunity to get to know him.