phoenix cry

Two years ever since her death, Phoenix age of fourteen had discovered so many things about Marco the Phoenix. Through his investigation he had found that his name was quite famous due to being part of the Whitebeard Pirates and being the first commander and first mate himself. His image was older than his present and little quite confused why he looks almost like a pineapple. Checking his present from the water reflection, his hair was longer than the image since his hair was already in shoulder length and not feeling of cutting it he just tied them in ponytail style.

'Well I don't really care about that, it's in the past now.' He nodded as he agreed to himself. He took the small notebook that his late mother figure had given and read the content ones again.

In the second coming of fullmoon a grave tragedy shall come to the Whitebeard Pirates. Prevent the death of the fourth division commander, Thatch and subdue the offender Marchal D. Teach.

If failed to prevent his death, wait for the announcement in the newspaper about the second commander Fire Fist Ace then stealth your way to Marineford where the War of the Best shall commence.

Monkey D. Luffy, the brother of Fire Fist Ace will come and rescue him and succeed, however it's not where it ends. Admiral Sakazuki known as Akainu will speak ill about Whitebeard, leading for Fire Fist Ace to return back and fight against him and soon attack the helpless and weak little brother. Ace will dash forward and used his body to protect his brother, leading to his death.

Little later Marchal D. Teach whom he had known himself as Blackbeard had come and killed the captain of the Whitebeard Pirates, Edward Newgate who sacrificed himself to make his children escape, stole his devil fruit, leading him to unbelievably possess two devil fruit, Yami Yami no Mi and Gura Gura no Mi. However before his death, he bellowed something that will stir a new pirate era like Gol D. Roger did before his execution.

To atone your previous failure, prevent Portgas D. Ace's death from Akainu's hand and Whitebeard's death from Blackbeard.

Succeed and I am absolutely sure you will never regret it.

Phoenix took a deep breath as he looked at the empty sky, 'There's a lot to be done in the second part... and graver one as always... maybe it's expected.' His gaze return back to the note and ones again sigh but eyes held resolve, 'This is Anna's last wish, I will do whatever it takes not to fail her... it's all I can do.'

Following the small log post that's actually attach to the given notebook, he sailed alone to find the Whitebeard Pirates.

"Whitebeard..." He murmured, he doesn't recall anything... yet something about his phoenix soften 'Who are you?

. . .The first coming of fullmoon was the day he successfully reached the South Blue. He kept using Phoenix as his name than Marco and even made an effort to make his hair little longer to tie them, giving a little off image in case someone recognized him. He made sure to never use his devil fruit power and continue his training, never forgetting every lesson Anna had taught him.In order to survive, Marco took the job of the Mercenary. Not many were not surprise by the chosen job because normally the person would become a pirate hunter to earn money but Mercenary, that could be anything which indeed it is. Either protect the important person or item, hunt or assassinate. Phoenix really didn't mind about it, what surprised him was that felt really natural to kill. He concluded that its due to being a pirate in his previous life that he didn't mind at all.'Although I don't remember it.'He continue his journey to chaise after the Whitebeard Pirates until finally he had arrived where they're currently dock. Wrapping himself using the cloak his mother figure had given to give camouflage upon his aura, he had decided sneak in to their party.The island was forest type which gave him advantage to get near at the same time hid himself. He could see the crew was truly large, no longer wondering why the ship was too big that almost could compare to a giant's ship. They were happily drinking their sake, shouting or even singing.Phoenix didn't mind them as he began searching the people he would recognize through the wanted posters. Finding one of them, he stealth himself to round the place until he reached where he could visibly see the teen whom he had remembered as Fire Fist Ace, the person who he will need to prevent his death if ever he failed the first mission'First I have to find the fourth commander.' Phoenix thought as he looked around. He saw the other commanders of the Whitebeard Pirates coming to join the second commander, he recognized them as Izo, Haruta and Vista. Then as if on cue his target was on sight, Fourth Division commander, Thatch arrived with a huge amount of food which to his little astonishment that Ace could eat them alone.'He had the same appetite as Anna's.' Phoenix really can't help but sweat drop on the scene. His gazed turned to the Fourth Division which for some reason, something within him felt familiar and warm. 'Eh?"Gruhahahaha" A roared laughter was heard that made everyone stop just to see their captain or father to them, Whitebeard coming to join. Beside him was someone he recognized in the wanted poster, the Eleventh Commander, Kingdew. "I see my sons and daughters are having fun." He grinned happily just as he saw them smile and laugh loudly too."Oyaji come and join us!" Haruta exclaim happily. Whitebeard took the invitation as he sat with them.The party continue, without knowing someone was watching them. Phoenix continue to eye on Whitebeard, feeling something really weird which never happen before, not even seeing his picture took any effect toward him, why now?He could hear them calling him 'Oyaji' instead of 'Captain' or 'Whitebeard', the presence of this crew gave a really good impact toward Phoenix. It was so welcoming, it felt like home, a family'Family...' A sudden flashback, remembering how Anna never really liked being address as mother but still treat him like her own child, still somethings missing and for some reason this pirates could give what he lacks.Unknowingly his right hand had risen to reach them, as if being pulled to show himself, join them... but remembering what he must be doing and what kind of consequence he'll gain for showing himself he immediately pulled himself back.'N-no I can't I... I...' His eyes turned glassy, the scene before him for some reason felt really painful, so painful he can't stand watching anymore. 'I...'He gave a silent withdrawal and thankful to his training under Anna that none of them had felt his presence. Ones far enough for the crew to be seen, he started releasing them.'It hurts...' He cried silently as he clenched his chest where his heart was located. 'It hurts...' He kneeled down then began curling to himself. 'Why... I don't remember them... yet... yet I...'The image of each of their faces, their smiles and joy, those commanders, especially Thatch then Whitebeard. Why does watching them looks painful? Why does it hurt? Does it have something to do with his past life? Because in his previous life, he knew them and treat them as same as how the others treat one another?Within him, he could hear the cries of his devil fruit, phoenix.'I see...' Phoenix thought as he curled himself more, making sure no sound will be released from his cries. 'This is longing... even if I don't remember... the phoenix inside me remember them... I miss them unconsciously... and it hurts the fact that the ones they knew, the man named Marco no longer exist.'...It took a huge courage for him to sneak the Whitebeard Pirates ones again. To his displeasure, he had eavesdropped about the whole commanders with Whitebeard Pirates talking about the dead comrade, Marco the Phoenix."Marco... wasn't that the dead commander you kept telling me about Thatch?" Ace questioned for confirmation which was answered by Thatch who nodded, "Yeah, I kept telling you how I always prank him and he always punished me for it, right... well I really miss the old time. No matter how much I had prank many of our brothers, his is always priceless. I really miss it.""If only he didn't die that day, I'm really sure you will meet him Ace." Jiru the Fourteenth Division Commander said in nostalgia, truly miss the dead brother.The youngest commander which was Haruta turned to their Captain/Father and questioned, "Do you think he's watching us Oyaji? Many said they're be up there in the sky but... I'm not really sure.""I'm sure he's there watching us son." Whitebeard assured as his eyes reflect the same as everyone except for Ace who had never met him. "Marco had fought with everything he had to not only protect his brothers but also gain victory against our enemy... although if you ask me, I would rather see him alive than gain victory."When he said those words, his eyes landed on the first divisions who were scattered around the crowed, sleeping due to drinking too much making them drunk.To the captain's words, Phoenix had no idea what to think at all but he knew two word resurfaced and he whispered it. "I'm sorry."None of them seemed to hear him, none except Ace who jolted a little before turning around to see if anyone there just said something but found none. All of them were little occupied from remembering their dead brother that they didn't noticed Ace's action at all.Next day the voyage of the Whitebeard Pirates continued while Phoenix followed them from little far behind to keep distance at the same time cautious knowing they'll notice him ones they're on the crow's nest. Phoenix boat wasn't really much keeping up with the speed of the ship but that's fine, it works to his favor after all.'The second fullmoon is almost coming.' Phoenix thought one night when he had decided to stare at the stars. He took a deep breath, gripping the sword given to him by Anna before passing away. 'If they are really my family in my previous life and I feel totally mess all because of them... then I really should assure this mission would become a success... no matter what...'