"With Baccarat around, it's understandable that we haven't encountered any Marines."
Lafitte walked toward the training room, smiling slightly. "Such important news should be reported to the captain as soon as possible."
Law, still as cold as ever, held onto Kikoku and said, "What's the point of running into Marines? Sailing like this is obviously the best."
"No need to face pursuit from the Navy. We can travel freely—so much easier."
Hawkins nodded in agreement and said calmly, "After all, we'll be one of the Shichibukai. Avoiding conflict with the Navy is better for us."
At the door of the training room.
Knock knock knock~~
Lafitte didn't go in right away. He knocked politely.
"Captain, I've come to report some good news."
Even though he knew Chris wouldn't be doing anything improper inside, it was still better to knock and avoid any awkwardness.
"Come in."
Chris's voice came from inside the room.
With a creak, Lafitte pushed open the wooden door and stepped in slowly.
This was his first time entering the training room.
In front of him, Chris was swinging a massive blade. To the left by the door, a group of beautiful women were seated.
"Lafitte, is there good news in the paper?"
Sweetheart Queen's eyes lit up, a sweet smile blossoming on her lovely face as she eagerly asked.
Karina nodded gently. Her voice was melodious and pleasant, as she said with certainty, "I think that Boa Hancock must've made it into the news."
A few days ago, she had traveled to Goldcard Town and encountered Chris and the others.
As expected, with Baccarat there, she obediently came aboard.
Once everyone learned about her abilities, they were all overjoyed.
This woman was a singer, and her singing was breathtakingly beautiful.
At future banquets, she could sing and entertain everyone.
It was truly amazing!!
"I think so too,"
Betty took a drag from her cigarette and said casually.
Lafitte handed the newspaper to Baccarat and said gentlemanly, "Indeed, it's news about Boa Hancock."
"Take a look—I'll head out for now."
After all, this was Chris's private space. It wasn't appropriate for him to linger.
The women all gathered around and opened the newspaper.
"Wow!!"
Perona flew through the air, her little face full of amazement as she exclaimed, "This Hancock is really beautiful!"
In the photo, the Pirate Empress's hair flowed elegantly, her face flawless, and her figure was incredible.
Even through the newspaper, one could feel a divine aura emanating from her.
This woman was truly stunning!!
"The most beautiful woman in the world really is extraordinary."
Reiju touched her delicate chin, blinked her lovely eyes, and said with a radiant smile.
Karina smiled sweetly, her voice as heavenly as ever, and added, "Strong and breathtakingly beautiful—she's absolutely perfect!"
"No wonder so many men are after her. It's totally normal."
Betty exhaled a puff of smoke, "She's been making big moves—took down several pirates with bounties over ten million."
Sweetheart Queen giggled and said, "Looks like Chris's words really provoked the world's most beautiful woman."
"She's proud and ambitious. She must want to prove herself to Chris and make him take her seriously."
Baccarat looked at the figure in front of her, dignified and graceful. "Chris, Boa Hancock entering the Grand Line has drawn attention from all sides."
"According to the paper, many pirates are interested in her and want to see the most beautiful woman in the world with their own eyes."
"She'll likely encounter some very powerful people next. She probably won't be able to handle it."
Chris didn't stop training. Swinging his blood-red blade, he replied calmly, "Ignore her. Let her be."
"If she really gets taken down, it just proves she's not capable—unworthy of joining us."
How much other men liked Hancock had nothing to do with Chris.
When it came to women, he never placed much importance on them.
From the moment he transmigrated here, he had made a decision.
He would walk the path of the strong and would not waste time on women.
Hearing such cold words from Chris, the women were all momentarily stunned.
This was the most beautiful woman in the world—couldn't he at least show a bit of concern?
To say something so heartless… he really was ruthless.
"If Boa Hancock heard that, she'd definitely be shocked."
Sweetheart Queen shook her head with a bitter smile. "She's the world's most beautiful woman, yet she's being treated like this by a man. She'd be absolutely stunned."
Betty looked at Chris's figure and agreed, "That's our captain for you."
"So what if she's the most beautiful woman in the world? He still couldn't care less."
Karina covered her mouth and giggled, her laughter like silver bells, "If Hancock were here, I'd love to see her expression."
"She'd probably be shocked… and furious. Heeheehee~~"
Perona floated in the air, laughing too, "I wanna see it too! It'd be hilarious—hahaha…"
Reiju glanced at Baccarat and smiled, "Chris is still as calm as ever—he's never changed for anyone."
Baccarat nodded slightly and smiled softly, "He's determined, with a goal in mind. He won't be swayed by anyone."
"Even the world's most beautiful woman can't affect him."
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