Previously on
A Pirates promise
Usopp nodded and returned to the kitchen, leaving Luffy alone with his thoughts and the setting sun. As Luffy rose from the figurehead, the wind whispered, "I see you then, Luffy."
gazed sadly at the sunset. The wind whispered. "Hancock," confusing him.
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Chapter 4
"Squawk, squawk!" The cry of seagulls echoed in the air, one of them dropping a newspaper onto a ship with a distinct black and brown hull.
A woman with short, curly hair picked up the paper and quickly made her way to the ship's kitchen. Inside, a tall man with blond hair and a top hat, was busy preparing food.
"Sabo, look at this!" Koala exclaimed, her eyes wide with excitement. "It's about your brother, Luffy!"
Sabo turned around, a curious smile playing on his lips. He took the newspaper from her, scanning the headlines. "Luffy forms alliance with ex-warlord Trafalgar Law," he read. A big smile shows up on his face. "He's always one step ahead, isn't he?" he thought.
Turning the page, his eyes caught another headline, one that sent his heart racing. "Winner of the Dressrosa tournament to receive the Mera Mera no mi," he read, his voice barely a whisper. The Mera Mera no mi, his brother Ace's former Devil Fruit. Sabo knew then what he had to do. "I need to go to Dressrosa," he declared.
Later that night, under a moonless sky, Sabo stood at the ship's helm, staring out at the dark sea. The silence was broken by a loud bang followed by a sizzling sound. His eyes darted towards the noise, spotting a small boat floating nearby
light spilled across the boat's deck. Sabo glanced down at the unconscious figure, taking in her regal features, long black hair
His breath caught in his throat. It couldn't be...
Leaning closer in disbelief, he pulled back the dark tresses veiling her face, revealing pale skin and the beauty Empress Boa Hancock herself.
What was one of the Shichibukai doing adrift at sea? And alone, with no medical attention for her obvious exhaustion? He knew from her history that Hancock valued her pride and independence above all else. For her to be found in such a vulnerable state, something must have occurred.
his foot steps on something smooth and slippery. The sizzling sound grew louder, and he turned around to come face-to-face with a giant snake. Sambo steps back "Hey, calm down, girl. I'm not trying to hurt her. I just want to help," Sabo said, stepping back slowly. "Koala, come out quickly!" he called out, hoping she heard him.
Sabo Steps more , Sabo watched the giant snake carefully curling around her mistress
His racing thoughts slowed as the sun crested fully, illuminating Hancock's elegantly stern yet peaceful features.
Four days later, Boa Hancock awoke. She let out a soft groan, her body felt heavy and her surroundings unfamiliar. She noticed the particles of dust lazily floating in the air, illuminated by a narrow beam of sunlight.
She glanced to her left and saw a cup of water on a small wooden nightstand. The sight was comforting but also puzzling. This room, it wasn't hers. As she tried to sit up, ready to confront any potential threat, she lost her balance. Just as she was about to fall, a woman's voice cried out, and arms quickly wrapped around her, steadying her.
"Careful!" said the woman. Hancock turned to see a girl with short, curly hair, and large brown eyes – it was Koala.
Hancock pulled away, instinctively shielding her baby bump. Her eyes narrowed suspiciously. "Who are you?" she demanded.
Koala met her gaze steadily. "My name is Koala," she said, her voice gentle holding up her hands . "You're on the ship of the Revolutionary Army. You're safe here."
Hancock's eyes widened. The Revolutionary Army? How did she end up here? .Luffys father ship?
Koala saw the confusion on Hancock's face and decided to explain. "We found you unconscious on a drifting boat three days ago. Your snake was with you, protecting you."
Koala paused, a ghost of a smile on her lips. "I must admit, your snake gave us quite a hard time. She didn't let us near you at first. We had to convince her we meant no harm."
Hancock's hand instinctively moved to stroke the head of her snake, Salome, who was curled up at the foot of the bed. She looked at Koala, her guard slightly down.
"We'll help you get back home as soon as you're well enough to travel," Koala added, hoping to reassure Hancock.
Hancock looks down holding back tears
"But I can't go back"
She whispers
Koala tilted her head, her brown eyes full of concern. "Why not?" she asked, her voice soft. The normally powerful and composed Hancock looked vulnerable, her eyes welling up with unshed tears.
Koala noticed Hancock's hesitation before she finally spoke. "The World Government..." Hancock began, her voice barely a whisper. "They abolished the Warlord system. They came to Amazon Lily... looking for me."
Sabo felt a chill at her words despite the warmth of the room. His mind raced with questions as he watched the exchange between the women intently from the shadows.
Koala leaned in, her brow furrowed with concern. "But why would they target you specifically?" she asked gently.
Hancock looked up at Koala, tears welling as she made to reply. It was then that Sabo decided to step forward, unable to remain silent any longer.
Hancock looked up at Koala, her eyes welling up with tears. "I had no choice," she whispered, her hand instinctively moving to her belly. "I had to protect my child."
Hancock looked up at Koala, tears welling as she made to reply. It was then that Sabo decided to step forward, unable to remain silent any longer.
"Your child?" he echoed, his sudden interjection causing both women to startle briefly. Empathy and curiosity filled his gaze as he met Hancock's watery eyes. "Please, tell us what happened."
His soft, reassuring tone helped put the women more at ease. Hancock exchanged a glance with Koala, who gave a subtle, understanding nod.
As if on cue, a small piece of paper slipped from the pocket of Hancock's coat, fluttering down to the floor. It landed in the middle of the room, its presence seemingly as shocking as the news they had just learned.
Everyone in the room turned their gaze to the fallen paper