Before we start part two, I wanna thank those who reviewed, favorited, or followed this fanfic. It really means a lot to me.

Amlie: I agree that Sanji and Pudding would make a great couple, and I personally think Jiji is her pet name/nickname for Sanji. Also, I'm updating weekly, so there's no need to worry about new parts.

With all of that taken care of, let's start part two!

"Yes, mama?"

"Germa has agreed to form an alliance through an arranged marriage. You are going to be the bride. The groom will be the Vinsmoke family's third son, Black Leg Sanji." She leans over toward the brunette. "Do what you always do and make him fall for you. It'll be much easier for you to shoot him at the altar this way!"

"Of course, mama! That'll be easy!"

"You know what, Pudding? You're like my little puppet!"

The brunette smiled but said nothing. Waving dismissively, Big Mom laughed. "Go on, now. He'll be brought here soon."


Staring at the mirror in her room, she slowly moved her bangs out of her forehead. Frowning, she turned away, letting her bangs return to their normal position as she stepped outside on the balcony, ignoring the rain as it gradually soaked her.


"Wait right here, Pudding, and I'll send him your way. You know what to do." After receiving Pudding's reply, Big Mom left. Shortly after, she heard footsteps approaching. Turning around, her eyes widened slightly. Without a word, he handed her the bouquet of flowers he brought with him.

"Your name is Sanji, right?"

"Yeah." The brunette failed to reply, her eyes absorbing the details of his face. "And you're Pudding," he finally said, realizing she wouldn't speak. "Listen... I do want to marry you, but I need to return to my friends."

He waited for her to respond, to which she stammered, "Oh... okay." Awkwardly excusing himself, the blond hastily left her alone.


"You may lift the bride's veil and kiss her."

"Okay, I'm going to lift the veil now..."

Pudding bowed, her bangs shifting as Sanji lifted the veil. Glaring, she watched his visible eye go wide, his hands gripping her shoulders. His gaze was on her third eye.

Tightening her grip on the gun, she was in the middle of pulling it out when the blond whispered, as though in awe, "It's so... beautiful."

Her hand froze, the gun slipping out of her grip and falling onto the ground. Her eyes widened in sudden realization and shock. There was no doubt in her mind now. Tears of disbelief fell. "What?"

"Uh—Sorry! It's just that—"

She didn't hear the rest, collapsing onto her knees and beginning to sob. "No way... damn it... I have to kill him... I have to kill you!" But she knew she wouldn't. Not anymore. So when he dodged her brother's jellybean, Pudding knew she could break the weakening dam on Sanji, and he'd still be standing when the flood ended. So she did.


Sitting in the alley, she watched as Sanji assessed the gathered Big Mom Pirates before turning towards her. "Hey... when Luffy comes out, we'll have to part ways..." A few minutes pass in silence. "Hey... would you believe me if I said I met you in a dream?"

Pudding's eyes go wide in amazement. "You did? I... I met you in a dream too."

Now it's Sanji's turn to be surprised. "Really? Then... what did you see in your dream?"

"I can't remember everything exactly... They were making fun of my third eye... I ran after one of them. Then... when I started crying, you were suddenly there. I was afraid to let you see my eye... but when you saw it, you said it was beautiful..." She smiled at the thought, but further recollection had her frowning. "When I tried to thank you, I realized you weren't okay... I remember you told me what was wrong... I can't remember what it was you told me, but if I had to guess, it was about your family." She didn't need to see the blond's nod to know she was right. "Also, that cliff we were on... the ocean was so beautiful, but that was bothering you too... right?"

When she turned to look, she could see that the blond was frowning. "Yeah... I nearly starved to death on that rock... if it weren't for Zeff, I would've died." Sanji was quiet for a few seconds. "I was having a nightmare when you showed up." The vulnerability of his voice shocked her, eyes widening as he elaborated. "That I was starving on that rock again... but when I heard you crying, I knew something was wrong, so I turned around and saw you there on the rock with me. The rest went the way you remember it." Pudding nodded in confirmation. "Then... our dreams... they somehow collided..."

"Sanji, I'm sorry!"

Somewhat startled by her sudden exclamation, Sanji asked, "Why? There's nothing to be sorry for..."

Pudding shook her head, tears filling her eyes. "You don't understand! I said such awful things about you behind your back! I mocked you ruthlessly! I was going to kill you!"

Sanji smiled sadly, taking a hold of her hand and resting his other on her shoulder. "I know... I was there."

Pudding lifts her head in shock, almost whispering to herself in disbelief, "No..." She broke into a sob, trying to pull herself out of his gentle touch.

Sanji, upset for having made her cry even more, desperately shouted, "Please don't cry! I didn't mean to make you feel guilty! I forgive you, really!"

She paused, refusing to look at him. "You really are too kind... I don't deserve your kindness."

"You don't understand... I'm glad you were my fiancé. I'm glad I got to see you in real life, Pudding." More tears fell from her eyes, but this time, when Sanji panicked, Pudding gave him a shaky smile, assuring him she was okay.

Once Pudding calmed, Sanji smiled to himself. "It's funny really... when I woke up after that dream, I hoped I'd get a chance to meet you. I didn't know it was you when I first came here..." Smiling brightly at her, he asked, "But do you know how I realized it was you?" She shook her head. "It was when I saw your third eye up close at the altar. Only you could have eyes as beautiful as the ones I saw in my dream. But I have to say... your eyes are much prettier than I remember them being."

Pudding blushed intensely at that, covering her face with her hands and smiling in delight. "Sh-Shut up!"

Sanji smiled, knowing by now her remarks were not to be taken too seriously. But it was nearing time. "Pudding..." Recognizing the seriousness of his tone, Pudding calmed, uncovering her face. "It's almost time to say goodbye... thank you for everything..."

He began to turn away, Pudding's eyes going wide. "Wait!" He stopped, turning toward her again, mild confusion in his eyes. "I have one last request..."

Reaching for his cigarette, she tossed it aside before pressing her lips onto his, wrapping her arms around him tightly. He remained frozen in shock, but she didn't care. Here was that precious boy who had told her she was beautiful when no one else would. She could hear his heart beating in his chest, the warmth of his body. He was real. She took it all in...

Because this was her only chance.

Tears of sorrow filled her eyes as she pulled away, but still, she smiled, taking in every detail of his love-struck face. This was him... the one who saved her...

The man she loved.

"Jiji... thank you for everything."

And that's part two! The final part will be coming next week on June 25th. I've got a special treat for you guys in that part! Until then, thanks for reading!