Ales stood dumbstruck, unable to speak due to being surprised that his stupid antic actually worked.

He glanced up at Ashe the same time she looked at him. This actually happened. Luffy defeated the monster in one fell blow, while everyone else was struggling to survive the plant's toxins. As annoying that boy was, Ales now had learned why not to antagonize him.

This awe was interrupted by Luffy's new appearance and his panicking over his burnt hand. What was he thinking, of course setting his hand on fire would do this!

Ales ran over to Luffy's side. "Are you alright? What happened to you?!" At least now it was possible for both of them to look at each other's faces while standing.