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Chapter 5

"{Galadriel, love, can you hear me? My dear?}"

Galadriel groaned loudly, almost regretting teaching her how to activate her new "wedding" ring. But, it also proves that Hancock could use Yggdrasil items, which was good overall. Yet, it also means that Hancock was in contact with her 24/7.

"{I told you, I did, Hancock.}" Galadriel replied with a sigh.

"{Aw~! Finally, I can hear your voice after just a few hours of calling you. I miss you so much!}."

Galadriel rolled her eyes, taking big breaths. So, This is marriage. Galadriel thought with a grimace. "{Hancock, we agreed to only call each other on certain days and when it was an emergency. Do you remember?}"

Hancock let a slight pathetic whine, like a puppy getting told she wasn't going to the park.

"{But... I miss you.}" Hancock sobbed as Galadriel groaned loudly.

Galadriel, in all honesty, didn't "love" Hancock. She just took advantage of Hancock's attachment to her. It was cruel to admit, but Galadriel didn't love anyone. Did Galadriel find Hancock attractive? Obviously, she wouldn't deny it. Those nights she spent with the Pirate Empress were proof of it. Does Galadriel enjoy the perks of her new alliance with the Kujas Warriors? Of course, Galadriel does. It was the best outcome she could think of, an entire island loyalty, with a Warlord of the Sea under her control, an excellent result. Does she enjoy Hancock's pampering, love and undying loyalty? Yes, she does. Galadriel may be a demon, but she also has needs and many things she wants to experience. And Hancock's natural lustful body feeds those needs. Galadriel used Hancock's love to her advantage like a true Demon Empress. But she didn't want to be cruel to the woman. Besides, Galadriel's line of thought wasn't a healthy one. There were so many things wrong mentally with her. She needed to sort herself out. A few days with Hancock didn't mean she was in "love" with the woman.

Such sadness. Thinking like that is exceptionally cruel. Galadriel thought, hearing Hancock's dramatic sobs. Hancock doesn't deserve that. Not after all she endured as a slave... and I don't deserve this either. I must... make sure to improve myself. At least in that aspect. Galadriel thought, knowing what she lacked and what she must work with. It would take time, and she may not succeed. But at least she'll try, for Hancock's sake.

Also, not all things were bad, Galadriel's opinions could change at any moment. Maybe she would grow fond of Hancock and fall in love with her. Who could say? Everything was on the table. It could happen all in time.

Well, it's too late for anything of that. I gave my word to take care of Hancock's feelings and be good to her. I must keep my word. Galadriel sighed but chuckled. "I choose the married life. There's no more I can't do."

"{Alright, Hancock, I'm sorry. I do miss you too.}" Galadriel finally replied as Hancock let out a loud cry of love.

"{Do you miss me?! Do you?!}"

"{Yes, I do, my sweet Snake Princess. Don't you believe me?}"

"{I do! I love you! L-O-V-E-Y-O-U-!}"

Galadriel raised an eyebrow, not knowing that the ring could sound so loud. "{Now, Hancock, my dearest, are you heading towards the Navy HQ?}."

That did change; Hancock's response. "{Yes... as much as it pains me. It seemed that my acceptance for this little meeting has surprised them.}"

"{I know you gate the World Government and all they entail...}"

"{Don't worry, my beloved one! I shall make sure those dirty men don't put a hand on your beautiful body! Only I can do such a thing~!"

Galadriel just shook her head, not hiding her amusement. "{Yes, yes, my love. Only you... but also be wary of them. Those in the World Government are quite desperate.}"

"{I'll keep an eye out for anything suspicious.}"

Hancock replied with her usual cold tone of voice. It was clear Hancock was quite angry at the prospect of the World Government going for her beloved one with such intensity. But more importantly, Hancock knew some strange rumours were happening in the New World. So, attending the Navy HQ would allow her to learn more about it. Especially, after learning exactly, where Galadriel came from.

"{Alright, keep me updated, Hancock. Let's talk later, shall we?}"

"{Yes, my love! I LOVE YOU!}" Hancock's kisses could be heard across the vast ocean.

"{Alright... I love you too.}" Galadriel did her best to, throw a kiss, of course, it ended up making her cringe, but Hancock simply squealed in joy. So, she considered it a success.

"A good happy couple must show affection... but isn't this too much affection?"

Galadriel just chuckled as their call ended. She took a deep breath, liking the silence and peace the wind on her face gave her. It didn't take much until she noticed something odd.

The air became thick, and the strange fog covered everything in front of Galadriel as flying became troublesome and annoying. There was something abnormal with the sea around her; Galadriel could feel it in the air around her. It was a shield to protect whatever secret lay in the ghostly sea. And if Galadriel recalled Roger's words. It was those things roaming around these seas. Galadriel saw them, and they saw her. All parties signed a silent agreement to not disrupt the peacefulness and eerie serenity of the Florian Triangle and don't reveal what lies inside it. Galadriel understood that those things had a burden to uphold, so she left them alone.

"It would quite the fight if I dared to enter their domain," Galadriel muttered slowly. Not that she was planning to do it. She knew what lays there; there wasn't a point in angering such beasts. "Besides, those things could be in the same category as Yggdrasil's Elder Titans or True Celestials. They are a challenging enemy. Actual monsters, just like a level 100 Tarrasque. And I have no intentions to fight three of those things for nothing."

Galadriel respected those beings' power and durability. Those enemies could kill a 100-level Player if unprepared, especially if they were a Raid Boss equivalent, which then, Galadriel wouldn't be able to defeat them by herself. And while with the power of a World Item, victory could be achieved. There wasn't a point in doing so. It was an unnecessary risk she wasn't keen on taking. So, Galadriel waved and smiled as she flew in the other direction. "They are surely big," she muttered, watching those red eyes disappear into the thick fog again.

"Like, truly big... do they... poop?" Galadriel hummed as she flew away. "In anycase, where am I heading towards?"

Galadriel hissed, annoyed, as the fog clouded everything. It didn't matter. She was flying way above a tall mountain height. The visibility was almost zero, and from the looked of it, there wasn't a sign of an island nearby. Galadriel also needed to find out what time it was. "I don't know even know if it's the morning..."

Galadriel muttered, annoyed, as she kept flying for a few hours. Nothing was ahead of her but fog and darkness. It became tiresome after a few hours. Then, as she was ready to fall asleep while flying, again. She started to see more clearly. The fog was becoming less dense, and sunlight slowly appeared on the horizon, indicating the start of a new day. That did bring a smile to her face.

"Finally... some light!" Galadriel exclaimed joyfully.

However, as Galadriel kept flying, she sensed something below her, at sea level.

"Uh... an island?" Galadriel muttered, staring at the enormous floating piece of land. It may look like a made-up island, but it had a large flag on top. So, it was a ship, some kind. Strangely, Galadriel approached the strange place out of sheer curiosity. "What does an island does here?"

Galadriel couldn't help but wonder.

However, soon enough, Galadriel was approaching from way above high. She noticed a fight, a skirmish of sorts. Or what's left of one.

"Mmhm... it looks interesting."

Galadriel muttered, deciding to see what was taking place.

After such a long night at Thriller Bark, fighting one of the Warlords of the Sea, Gecko Moria and his hundred zombies. The Straw Hat crew were on their end. Their exhaustion took a toll on them in more ways than one should have known. Hours of intense fighting, of running from one side to the next. Using everything they had, they could do the impossible and defeat Gecko Moria and get their shadows back. A glorious moment that would've been if a particular individual hadn't arrived there. Another Warlord of the Sea appeared there, just in time to show them the sea was treacherous and dangerous.

Bartholomew Kuma wasn't just wholly annihilating the Straw Hats crew. He was playing with them. Still, it was doing so in such a way that the difference between them became evident. The gap of power was starting to show. The cracks and the extent of their ability. The Straw Hats were slowly being pushed to the corner, which had no escape.

Kuma has indeed pushed them all the way down. "Mm, that's all?" He mocked them, slowly using his bare hands to deflect their attacks. It didn't matter if they all attacked together. None of them could even scratch him.

The two of them, Zoro and Sanji, had done everything they could, but they couldn't even push Kuma back, even a centimetre. Not even together.

"Tch! Shitty ero-cook! I told you to stay away!" Zoro hissed, tired and exhausted. As the wounds on his body were cursing him. His body, arms and legs. Everything hurt. Yet, Zoro couldn't give up. Not now or ever.

"This is my fight...!"

Sanji only scoffed, still hissing in pain, as the kick he gave the Kuma was now coming back to hunt him. His leg was in pain. "I didn't ask your permission, shitty swordsman."

Zoro and Sanji could see Luffy, still unconscious on the ground. He wasn't going to stand up and fight any time soon. And not only that, Franky was barely breathing after receiving a direct attack from Kuma. Chopper and Nami weren't the fighting type, and Usopp and Robin were as tired as everyone else. Brook's bones were already fragile, and even though he was dead. It was clear he didn't have enough energy to fight. The Straw Hat crew could hope for the best, but even then, running from Kuma didn't seem possible.

Kuma just looked at them, almost tired.

"As I feared, I will not derive pleasure from killing any of you while all of you are in this weakened state," Kuma stated, unbothered and almost disappointed. "The government ordered me to annihilate you, but... it's just a true waste of time."

"You...!" Zoro cursed him while trying to stand up. "Fight me...!" Those words fell on deaf ears.

Kuma then raised his hands to accumulate enough power to destroy everything around him. A considerably enormous paw figure moved above him like a giant air balloon. The Straw Hat just stood there, confused about what he was doing. Yet, it took no long before they realized it wasn't good. If that attack was anything like the last ones. It meant trouble.

Kuma stared at Luffy on the ground, wondering how bad his injuries were. If he is anything like you, Dragon. He'll survive. Kuma only thought, hoping for the best. Nevertheless, he scanned the area and glanced at Dragon's son's crew mates. Kuma needed to know if they could protect him and show their resolve. Those were Kuma's intentions. However, he still had to pretend to be loyal to the World government.

"He is depressurizing the air inside that, and it will generate power!" Robin said, unsure of what to think or do. "It will create a giant blast... a large bomb!"

"A bomb!" Chopper added, terrified.

Kuma didn't say much during all that time. He stared at them while slowly sculpting that giant balloon of pure power into a tiny little bomb. One he could hold between his hands. He decided to give them one more chance. "I will spare you lives... in exchange... I want Straw Hat Luffy's head."

That was when all things became clear. Not only the Straw Hats but also those who were saved by him. The Rolling Pirates, led by Lola. All those poor souls who were stuck in Thriller Bark without their shadows. Their answer became clear.

"So give him to me..."

"We refuse!" That was the reply of everyone there. And while Kuma didn't show it. He hummed gladly at such a response.

"I see; such a pity," Kuma replied before releasing that tiny bubble paw. Everyone just expected the worst to happen. An explosion that would soon kill them all. Then, as Kuma's ability was about to explode. It suddenly didn't do so. Everyone saw another bubble suddenly appearing around Kuma's paw.

Just like the rest, Kuma was surprised to see something like that. But what surprised them the most was how the strange sphere turned black. Soon after Kuma's devastating attacks, Ursus Shock was held inside that sphere. That devastating explosion became just a tiny, like a small firecracker. That sudden change of scene was genuinely confusing for everyone there.

"W-what happened...?" Usopp whispered, confused. "It was supposed to be a giant bomb, right?"

"I... I have no idea..." Nami replied, just as confused.

Kuma just stood still before glancing up. He did not expect this at all.

"Everything inside there, I control, even an explosion of such magnitude, good to know."

Then everyone saw her, all the way up, flying just above them. Two large black wings clouded the sunlight. It wasn't clear who that person was, but once she landed, everyone froze. There, before them, Galadriel stood, looking around the place, quite marvelled at the scenery.

"I apologize for interrupting, but your attack was a good test."

Everyone just couldn't believe what they were watching. A beautiful woman has arrived to save them. However, Sanji was utterly losing his mind. The rest had a different reaction.

"Lunarian Queen, Galadriel, bounty 420,000,000 Berrys," Kuma stated, to the surprise of everyone.

"420,000,000 Berrys!" All exclaimed, completely stunned by what Kuma had just said. But more importantly, they were all surprised by her being there.

"Where did she come from?!"

"Ho-how did she stop that attack?!"

"Gali-swan~!"

Galadriel then looked around and immediately saw familiar faces. She frowned as she saw a certain boy lying on the ground, passed out and covered in bandages. "Mm, it seemed that I have interrupted a fight." Galadriel then peered over and saw Kuma. Then she looked over him and saw a largely destroyed tower, practically on turned over, and a body under it. It looked like a grotesque body, but she saw two people slowly pulling it away. Still, Galadriel hummed, connecting the dots.

"You're a Warlord of the Seas, aren't you?" Galadriel asked Kuma, who didn't reply. He just stood there, but it was all she needed. Hancock told me about the rest and how they look. But I never expected to meet both of them here. And more importantly, I never expected to meet that boy here. Interesting, what destiny prepares for one. Galadriel thought deeply.

"A Lunarian...!" Robin whispered, watching Galadriel ahead of her. "She is truly a Lunarian."

Galadriel glanced at Robin, scanned her body, and approved of the attractive woman. Ah, I'm married, don't forget that! Galadriel chastised herself, although it wouldn't hurt watching. Maybe... Can I arrange something with Hancock? The more, the merrier, right...? Galadriel's demon side wanted more and more. It shall never be satisfied with just one. However, Galadriel hated thinking like that. Alright, stop it! This is not the time! Since when I became an old pervert?! Galadriel scoffed awkwardly before then looking around her.

"Could we, perhaps, stop this little fight?" Galadriel asked sweetly. "This young pirate crew has quite the travel to do. It would be ashame for them to perish here."

Kuma looked at those golden eyes. If the things he heard were correct. Fighting someone like her would not have been in his best interest.

"Lunarian Queen-"

"Galadriel Melkor is my name," Galadriel stated to Kuma and everyone around.

"I see," Kuma replied slowly. "I heard of your duel with Hawk-eyes. It was surprising to see him with a wound on his chest. Your duel destroyed an entire island."

Zoro just froze immediately after hearing that someone had managed to fight Mihawk square and fair and draw first blood. He couldn't believe that there was someone as strong as Mihawk. Yet, he couldn't see a sword on Galadriel.

But, as Zoro was thinking that. The rest of the crew could only think of that as well.

"She... fought Dracule Mihawk?!"

"And wound him?!"

"What type of monster is she?!"

Galadriel now felt offended. "I'm not a monster," she scolded them. "We just had a small duel. The poor little island just couldn't keep up. But Master Mihawk and I were just testing each other out. Next time, we'll have a proper duel."

Those words didn't truly change the first reaction. Especially since they all felt like Galadriel was more powerful than they thought. Yet, Galadriel didn't pay attention to them as she focused on the tall titan before her.

"Would you kindly go away?"

However, Kuma didn't say much or express his feelings about things. A fight would be a foolish endeavour for him. Yet, this also proved to be good for his true purpose. The ones that mattered the most.

"The government has ordered me to eliminate the Straw Hat crew and bring you alive."

Kuma stated as Galadriel tilted her head. "Do you honestly think you can do both?" Galadriel replied, and a sudden change of climate started to change. All around them, the sky and wind all became erratic.

"W-what's this?!" Nami exclaimed, confused at the sudden temperature change. The sky started to get cloudy, and loud thunders across the sky were heard. Where did this come from?! Nami thought before glancing at the Lunarian, whose body emanated that strange and powerful aura.

"Is she... doing this?" Nami muttered, stunned.

Kuma hummed deeply, knowing that the Lunarian Queen was on another level. A fight would be a wrong move on his part. But more importantly, this situation offered him a new way out and an opportunity.

"I have no intention of fighting someone with the power of four Devil Fruits."

Kuma stated, much to the shock of everyone there. However, Kuma ignored their surprise.

"However... there's something I'll like to talk to you about," Kuma said, slowly approaching her. "I think it should be beneficial for both of us."

Galadriel raised an eyebrow. "Oh...?"

"Also, this conversation should be done in private."

Galadriel tilted her head again, looking around. She debated about what she should do. Honestly, many things could happen. But at the same time, the large and tall man intrigued her. So, she pointed her finger at him, and soon a giant bubble appeared.

"Look! A bubble?!" Usopp exclaimed, watching how such a strange sphere engulfed Galadriel and Kuma.

"They are inside of it!" Brook exclaimed then, and soon everyone was struck by an eerie silence. Whatever Galadriel and Kuma were talking about inside that bubble. They couldn't hear anything of it.

Robin was thwarted by the lack of sound and even tried to read their lips or anything else without luck. There was something Robin wanted to know, so she was prepared to use her Devil Fruit to eardrops. However, she froze when she felt those golden eyes on her.

"Did she read my thoughts?" Robin muttered, fearful of how the Lunarian seemed to be looking at her and the rest of the Straw Hats. Like she was scanning them, inspecting them. Mesuarizing their overall being.

"Oi...! She's looking at us," Usopp whispered, intimidated by the sheer intensity of those golden eyes. Before they turned away.

"This is quite scary," Franky muttered, still in pain. But couldn't look away from those two and their chatting.

"What are they talking about?" Chopper could only ask.

"I don't know... but hopefully, it's nothing too serious," Nami whispered before noticing how Galadriel seemed amused by something. Also, the sunlight returned, and whatever storm was about to begin vanished.

Kuma and Galadriel continued talking for a few more minutes. Soon, they saw Kuma finally show some emotions at something Galadriel told him. It was fast, but shock could be seen on his face. Then, he simply nodded. Soon everyone saw Kuma giving to Galadriel a piece of paper, before telling her something else. Galadriel looked like she was thinking deeply about something, before smirking at him. It was an incredible Machiavelli smile, one that made them shiver. As a demon was finding a new game. Then Galadriel snapped her fingers. The bubble burst without much problem.

"I'll make sure to remember your words," Galadriel said, to which Kuma seemed satisfied. "They'll hear from me."

Kuma nodded. "Good," he only replied as he walked away, much to the surprise of the Straw Hats.

"He's leaving!"

"Wh-what's his leaving?!"

Kuma did not bother to look back, as he had achieved what he wanted and more. Sengoku would surely be angry at him, but Kuma did not care what the Fleet Admiral felt. There was a bigger picture out there. And Kuma wanted to make sure his allies could survive the upcoming new age.

"Galadriel Melkor, what an interesting character you are," Kuma whispered, suddenly vanishing from sight.

Galadriel, for her part, hummed deeply, thinking about the conversation she had just had. The Revolutionary Army, eh? Galadriel now wondered what they wanted with her. Still, wouldn't be an adventurer if she had an idea of what was ahead of her. If those are genuinely against the World Government, then meeting this Dragon would be worthwhile.

"I guess I'll find out soon enough," Galadriel then looked around and saw the pirates still looking at her with suspicion and bewilderment. Then, she stared at the boy on the ground. "Monkey D. Luffy... you're smaller than I thought."

Galadriel then walked towards the boy, even though she wasn't a nurse or anything of sorts. She could see a lot of damage on him. "He isn't in great shape," Galadriel murmured about what she should do about this. There was indeed something on the boy lying on the ground. A familiar feeling Galadriel couldn't correctly pinpoint.

"Roger, I did make you a promise. But, could this be, truly...?" Galadriel's muttering couldn't be fully heard. However, it was clear to the rest that she was planning something.

"H-hey! Stay away from Luffy!" Usopp screamed behind Zoro. "What are you going to do to him?!"

"He's injured. He can't fight...! I won't let you!" Chopper bravely stood up to her, blocking her from approaching his captain. "I... I'll stop you!"

Galadriel looked at him, surprised. "Ah... a talking cat?" Galadriel stated, stunned, much to Chopper's dismay and anger.

"I'm a reindeer! Not a cat! Don't you see the antlers?!"

"Oh, sorry," Galadriel apologized. "But don't worry, I won't hurt him."

"Uh?" Chopper then saw how Galadriel put her hand over Luffy's body and muttered strange words before a peculiar green light appeared.

"What's that?" Nami exclaimed, confused.

"Look, Luffy's wounds," Robin muttered, noticing how slowly. Luffy's injuries were being healed by the Lunarian's skills.

"It seems that he'll be sleeping no matter what," Galadriel stated, quite amused that Luffy was sleeping like a log, with no one capable of waking him up.

The Straw Hats then could hear Luffy's snoring. Yet, while it seemed like their captain was now healed. The question remains, and it was about more than just why the Lunarian Queen was doing there. But what did Kuma and her talk about, and why was she helping them? It seemed it was out of sheer curiosity from the white-haired woman.

"Mm, it should be enough for now... " Galadriel smiled, quite entertained at the boy snoring incredibly loud and muttering about food.

"Hey!" Nami exclaimed. "W-what did you do...?"

Galadriel looked at them. "Well, I just use my magic fingers," she replied, almost amused.

"Magic fingers?" Chopper whispered, amazed. "Can you do magic?!" The little raccoon exclaimed, just utterly awed.

"Well, the thing is-"

"Wait! Wait!" Usopp interrupted first. "Wh-why did Bartholomew Kuma leave?" Usopp asked as he was still slightly fearful of the strange woman. "What happened between both of you?"

Galadriel stared at the boy with the overlong nose and wondered why some people were so weird in this world.

"We made a compromise... to avoid quite the predicament. A good way for all of you to sail for a bit more. Don't worry about it."

Those words didn't make the Straw Hats feel more secure.

Galadriel looked at Luffy, who seemed to be sleeping still. "If he is indeed the one he is waiting for..."

Roger's words play out in Galadriel's mind multiple times. Those phrases were about destiny, and a new age would soon come to the world, one that would shake the core of the seas and forever change things. Galadriel did not use to believe in faith, destiny, prophecies, or any mythic tale. However, in the world Galadriel was currently living. All of those things appeared to be authentic. In some way, Galadriel was linked to it. Otherwise, how did she end up in such a place?

If this Straw Hat boy is the one Roger's waiting for. If he is Joy Boy, destiny will take care of it. Galadriel thought, realizing she sounded like those NPCs or side characters on a history. The one that didn't interfere with the main character of history. "Mm, I guess I'm not the main protagonist of this history," Galadriel stated, simply giggling.

"The Will of the D will live on."

Robin heard those words and saw Galadriel's secret smile. "You know what the Will of the D is?" She asked quickly, surprising everyone else with how out of character Robin sounded. Desperate even, which brought Galadriel's attention as she stared at the woman with dark hair.

"Who knows? Galadriel teased. "Maybe I do..."

"Wait...!" Robin exclaimed, wanting to know more. "I want to ask...!"

"It's too early for any of you to understand... to know," Galadriel replied quickly.

Galadriel's black wings then spread before she slowly started to fly up. She looked down again, quite intrigued by that weird group of pirates. It was the same sensation she got when she met Law and Bonney. The Straw Hats was just different. Another type of pirate group. And while she didn't have time to speak with them. She was sure that soon she'll be able to know them better. "Be careful, Straw Hat crew. Your next opponent may be the end of you. So don't die, please."

"Hey...! What's with those words?!" Usopp, Chopper and Nami exclaimed, horrified.

"Gali-swan~!" Sanji only exclaimed, still not using his brain to think.

Zoro only stared at the woman go, and sudden despair surged inside him and a sense of realization appeared. Some powerful people were appearing now in the world. And he wasn't getting closer. Neither of them were getting stronger.

"Ah... what a beauty... I didn't have the time to ask her what colours her panties are," Brook mumbled, depressed.

Luffy would only know once he woke up what had taken place. And it would indeed show his annoyance that he couldn't meet Galadriel. It was absolutely too early for either to meet. However, there would be time for that later.

"I'll love to see their faces. But I'll have to wait for it. Now..." Galadriel muttered, slowly looking at the piece of paper in her hand, slowly flying away. "Let's meet those Revolutionaries agents."

Things were getting incredibly tense at the Navy HQ, and Sengoku's headaches were becoming more prominent from all that bad happening in the seas. It has become clear that not all was lost to the madness of this current Pirate Age. There was a silver lining in Sengoku's eyes, although it may not be what the others thought.

"I appreciate your arrival, Boa Hancock," Sengoku stated, as the rest of the table only stared at the beautiful woman sitting near them. "It certainly good seeing you taking your role as a Warlord of the Seas seriously."

Hancock's scoffed internally. That beautiful face showed disdain for all the men sitting there. It was already bad that she had to tolerate such a long and nonsensical meeting. Hancock had to yet, endure such a condescending tone of voice. "It's not like I am doing this from the goodness of my heart. You've threatened my island with a Bustes Call and to remove my title as a Warlord of the Sea."

Hancock's venomous voice was enough to let everyone know. She was incredibly furious to be forced to do things. Although, in reality, that wasn't the case. Hancock was doing all of this for the love of her life. Her beautiful, gorgeous wife. The one whose safety and security were all Hancock cared about. Yet, it would be a lie if she wasn't still quite angry that Sengoku was trying to patronize her. The smug smile of the Fleet Admiral. How he stared at her. It made her clench her hands tightly, nails almost threatening to rip her palm.

Sengoku nodded, looking quite pleased with himself. "Then it's good it never came to that."

Hancock took a deep breath, almost ready to spit at him. But was able to control her anger just enough for Doflamingo to chortle.

"I never thought that was all you needed to comply, Pirate Empress," Doflamingo chuckled while leaning on his chair. "Who would've thought you were that soft?"

In the world of pirates and criminals, there were simple rules. Those who show weakness don't last. And those at the top of the food chains couldn't show any sign of feebleness. Especially since Hancock was a female, it felt as if she had to prove herself more than others. That's why Hancock sneered at Doflamingo, letting her aura speak for herself.

"Doflamingo, I don't remember giving you permission to speak to me," Hancock replied, glaring at him. Doflamingo just chuckled as his notorious smirk became wider.

"Aren't you the arrogant princess?" He chuckled, slowly moving his fingers.

Hancock knew how to take care of herself. Doflamingo wasn't a pushover; that was clear. Yet, both of them had the Conqueror Haki. And it didn't take time for either of them to show it. The entire room became dense and quite hard to breathe. Of course, those who were weak were passing out. But the rest simply stared. Mihawk sitting on the other side of the table, raised his eyebrow, watching Hancock's aura rising to match Doflamingos. It was undoubtedly quite the scene. A very entertaining scene.

"Enough! Both of you!" Sengoku yelled while showing up his own aura.

Hancock simply sneered at them. "Quite the gall to tell me what to do. But, Doflamingo, if you dared to look down on me, to even dare to speak to me, I'll turn you to stone," Hancock spat as Doflamingo only chuckled, licking his lips. Showing up, he was also getting angrier.

"My, my, I was just welcoming you," he replied. It was obviously a lie. But one, Hancock did not want to entertain.

"Keep your welcome to yourself, Doflamingo, or those imbeciles you call family."

Doflamingo's vein became visible as Hancock simply pointed her finger at him in an incredibly arrogant stance. "Learn your place, you disgusting man!"

"She isn't even looking at him...!"

"What arrogance!" Some of the marines still conscious exclaimed.

"Such an annoying woman..." Doflamingo sneered while keeping that smirk. Yet, there was no joy in that smile of his. Only annoyance and anger.

"Such a pathetic man..." Hancock only replied, looking down at him. As he was nothing but a maggot on the floor.

The air became denser one more time, as they saw, the king of Dressrosa, losing his patience, but before Doflamingo could snap. Sengoku let a wave of his power wash over them.

"I said enough...! Or I'll make sure you two spend all your life on Impel Down!" Sengoku screamed now, utterly furious.

Both Hancock and Doflamingo simply scoffed at each other before returning to their seats. It didn't take time before a laugh echoed throughout the entire room.

"Zehahahaha!" Blackbeard, who hasn't spoken too much in the last hour or so, only spending his time eating his pies, finally reacted to the scene before him. "What a way to spoil a potential fight!"

Doflamingo and Hancock now stared at the new Warlord of the Seas member. And they didn't seem pleased at all.

"You're one to speak, newbie," Doflamingo replied, showing a bit of his Donquixote's anger. "It seems that your sudden rise has gotten into your head."

Blackbeard only laughed again. "Zehahaha! Should we start the initiation?" Blackbeard threatened slowly, making Doflamingo chuckle dangerously.

"I guess we should..."

Before a brawl began again, another warlord of the Sea member soon arrived at the room. And Sengoku was thankful for such sudden arrival.

"Kuma, you've arrived. I was worried you'd lost your way. We've been waiting for your reply."

Bartholomew Kuma didn't reply at the moment. He sat down on his place before giving Hancock a good glance. The Serpent Princess noticed this and narrowed her eyes, wondering what the deal was with the obedient pet of the World government.

"I had some problems with the job, Fleet Admiral," Kuma said unbothered. "The Straw Hat Crew is alive."

Sengoku slammed his fist on the table. "What?! Did you let them escape?!" Sengoku sneered, utterly furious. In his mind, he could hear Garp laughing about his grandson making yet another glorious escape.

"No," Kuma replied, unconcerned by Sengoku's anger. "I came across the Lunarian Queen on my way there."

Everyone was now paying attention to Kuma's words. Hancock's body froze immediately as she glared holes into Kuma's skull.

"It wasn't the best situation for me to fight her and the Straw Hats simultaneously. Not after what happened to Gecko Moria."

Hancock's teeth crushed at the sheer pressure her jaw was doing; still, she could calm down. Kuma sensed the murderous intent coming from Hancock and could almost crack a smile. Yet, he remains cold and distant.

"I see," Sengoku simply sat down, taking deep breaths. Hating the state of things and how they were all coming apart. Nevertheless, it wasn't over. "Do you have any idea... if-"

"Don't worry, Fleet Admiral," Kuma quickly replied. "I doubt those fears of yours come to play. Yet, I did have an interesting conversation with the Lunarian. One that left me thinking."

Sengoku frowned and wasn't the only one thinking the same. Everyone looked at Kuma, waiting for more.

"She told me... where she came from... where she originated," Kuma said; soon enough, everyone was paying attention. Hancock's face went pale.

Galadriel, did you tell him that? Why? Hancock thought worriedly. During the short time together, Galadriel filled her in with some information about her. Hancock was stunned when the white-haired girl told her where she came from. It was quite the news and hard to digest. Of course, Hancock didn't care about the One Piece or any other secret or power. Hancock had everything she wanted and needed no more. Still, even Hancock understood the implications of what was to unfold.

And, while Hancock's anxiety rise, she glanced at Kuma and couldn't help but frown. Wait... could it be?

"Oh, where is she from?" Sengoku asked, not knowing the implications of the words to come.

"She is from Laugh Tale, the last island."

Far away, flying Galadriel only smirked. It's time to shake the world up.

Authors note!
-Now, about the Florian Triangle, well, I obviously don't know what those creatures are, or anyone for that matter. But, I use a popular theorist about what those creatures could possibly be. So, don't try to look much into it. Maybe one day, we will find out about it... one day.
-Also, about Conqueror Haki, (Haoshoku Haki), supposedly, Sengoku, Hancock and many more have it. But we don't see it much. Well, at least at the time. I always wondered how such an interaction would turn out to be. I think Doflamingo or Hancock would have used it to flex on people.
-Also, if you think about the whole Thriller Bark Arc, it took place in one night... crazy, right? And I think Luffy entering Impel Down and going to Marineford was, like... a day and a half or something?
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