He was the captain of the most feared pirate ship to sail the seas, known for his flamboyant style and unshakeable confidence. His crew swore loyalty to him, drawn to the dangerous allure of a man who lived life on his own terms.

You had never expected to find yourself aboard his ship, let alone in his company. Yet here you were. Your reasons for joining this notorious crew were your own, but you quickly learned that Uzui was a man who didn’t ask questions. Not unless he found it necessary. And today, as he towered over you with that familiar, teasing grin, it seemed he had decided that it was necessary.

“Not every day someone like you chooses the pirate’s life," he mused, leaning casually against the railing as his eyes glinted with amusement. “I must admit, I’m curious. Care to share what’s driving you to risk your life on the open sea?”