One Piece - Heaven Defying Comprehension!

"As long as you say it, Ace, I'll promise you anything!" Hancock exclaimed, covering her face with both hands, her expression brimming with joy.

Just hearing Ace call her by name felt like a moment she could cherish forever, leaving her without any regrets in life.

"Why?!" Gloriosa, Sandersonia, Marigold, and many of the Kuja Pirates collapsed dramatically at the sight of Hancock's lovesick demeanor.

Ace hadn't even said what he wanted, yet Hancock, their revered Snake Princess, had already agreed wholeheartedly.

This was their sister, the Snake Princess…

Sandersonia, Marigold, and the Kuja Pirates stared at Hancock, her smile so full of happiness that their eyes almost turned to hearts. She's so beautiful!

"Oh no, this can't be good!" Gloriosa scrambled back to her feet, looking at the love-stricken Hancock and shaking her head in dismay. "Even if she's in love, as the Empress of Amazon Lily, she should show some restraint!"

"Elder Nyon, be careful of what you say, or I'll throw you to the Sea Kings," Hancock coolly remarked, turning to glance at Gloriosa with her usual regal composure. Her calm, commanding presence returned, reminding everyone that her affection was reserved for one person alone.

"Ah, I'm sorry!" Gloriosa stammered, her tough exterior quickly faltering under Hancock's icy stare. Though she knew Hancock wouldn't really throw her to the Sea Kings.

Rayleigh and Shakky, watching the scene unfold, could only cover their foreheads in disbelief.

"She's even worse than Shakky was with her lovesickness," Rayleigh murmured, exchanging a helpless look with his partner.

It was undeniable. Hancock's case of lovesickness was the most severe Amazon Lily had ever seen. Fortunately, she had fallen for Ace, a man strong enough to protect both her and Amazon Lily.

If not for Ace, Hancock might have shared the same fate as Shakky and the previous empresses—forced to leave Amazon Lily to find relief from her lovesickness.

"I see now," Robin said quietly as she observed Hancock, quickly piecing together the situation.

No wonder Rayleigh had asked them to show him respect, and no wonder Nami had confidently said, "We'll accept her for sure."

It turned out that the famed Pirate Empress had fallen deeply in love with Ace.

Robin, who had researched the history of Amazon Lily, knew that while the island remained largely isolated in the Calm Belt, some clues about its past had surfaced over time. One of those recurring themes was lovesickness, a condition so powerful that even Amazon Lily's emperors were not immune to it.

This time, the victim was Boa Hancock, the Pirate Empress herself. And the person she had fallen for—her source of lovesickness—was none other than Ace.

This was no mild affection. Hancock's love for Ace was intense and all-consuming.

Using her Observation Haki, Robin could sense the emotional fluctuations radiating from Hancock as she gazed at Ace. It was overwhelming.

At the same time, Robin's sharp eyes scanned the members of the Kuja Pirates. All of these women are proficient in Haki, and they are all formidable warriors, she thought.

She had long heard of Amazon Lily's reputation—a nation of women, all trained warriors, each with mastery over Haki. It was a rarity in this world.

Now it made sense why Ace had chosen Amazon Lily as the place to train them in Haki. It was an ideal environment, especially for women learning to harness the power.

Nami must have been planning to bring this powerful force under Ace's banner, Robin concluded, her lips curling into a slight smile. As expected, Nami—Ace's right hand and the second-in-command of the Entei Pirates—had already thought this through.

Sensing Robin's gaze, Nami looked up and met her eyes. In that brief exchange, they both understood. Robin had already figured it all out.

They shared a knowing smile.

The other girls, including even the adorably innocent Tashigi, quickly caught on to Hancock's obvious infatuation. They realized the Pirate Empress was deeply, undeniably in love with Ace.

Observation Haki only confirmed it—Hancock's emotional aura was strikingly similar to that of Kaya whenever she was near Ace.

Among the women in Ace's life, Kaya was the one who loved him most blindly and submissively. While Nami, Vivi, and the others occasionally teased or played pranks on Ace, and Robin would sometimes engage in playful banter, Kaya simply followed Ace's every word without question, her devotion unwavering.

This didn't mean the other girls loved Ace any less than Kaya; it was just that their expressions of love were different.

Yet here stood the Pirate Empress, radiating an aura of love even more intense than Kaya's—so complete and unreserved that it outshone everything else.

In Ace's own words, Hancock was the epitome of a "love-stricken heart."

The girls, however, didn't feel any jealousy or discomfort toward the Pirate Empress. Instead, they regarded her with warmth and friendliness.

Although they couldn't fully understand why this renowned Pirate Empress, who had never met Ace before, had fallen so deeply in love with him, they all shared a simple truth: as long as someone admired Ace, they were willing to welcome them as friends.

Especially someone who harbored such deep affection for Ace.

Moreover, the battle at Sabaody Archipelago had left a deep impression on them all. Despite having Ace's guidance and his Realm of Comprehension, which had made them strong in the eyes of the world, they knew they still weren't ready to participate in the fiercest, top-tier fights.

During the Sabaody battle, only Nami had been able to join the higher-level clashes—and even then, she had relied heavily on the power of her Thunder Fruit. Her Haki still wasn't strong enough, and she had been more of a support rather than a front-line fighter.

It was during those events that they truly understood the meaning of Ace's words: "Only Haki can reign supreme."

The Pirate Empress, commanding a nation where all adult warriors could use Haki, stood as a powerful figure. Her reputation among female pirates was second only to BIG MOM, one of the Four Emperors.

The arrival of such a strong ally and the addition of her powerful forces were more than welcome. The women supported it wholeheartedly, knowing it would benefit Ace's goal of becoming the king of the world.

They were prepared to give their unconditional support.

Using their Observation Haki to sense the girls' emotions, Rayleigh and Shakky exchanged knowing smiles.

"These girls really are Ace's women," Rayleigh chuckled. "They've got the right mindset."

It seemed they didn't need to worry about Hancock causing any problems.

"Well then, let's head to Amazon Lily," Ace said, looking at Hancock, who gazed back at him with pure happiness. He couldn't help but be slightly taken aback—Hancock truly was the most beautiful woman in the pirate world. Meeting her in real life was even more stunning than he had ever imagined.

A small smile tugged at the corners of his lips as he spoke warmly, "Let's go to Amazon Lily."

"Is Ace... planning to marry me?!" Hancock's eyes turned into hearts, and her legs gave way as she collapsed onto the ground, holding her blushing face. In her mind, she was already envisioning her wedding with Ace and their beautiful life together as a married couple.

How many children would they have? At least ten, right? Could she give birth to so many?

Hancock was lost in her daydreams, her face still flushed with joy as she held her cheeks in her hands.

"Hey! Where did you hear the word 'marriage,' Hebihime?" Gloriosa said helplessly, looking at the love-stricken empress.

Nami and the other girls exchanged glances, similarly at a loss. Hancock, the world's most beautiful and powerful Pirate Empress, had truly fallen hard for Ace. Her symptoms of being "lovestruck" were quite severe.

Still, Nami, Vivi, and the others couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy as they admired Hancock's breathtaking beauty and her proud, regal figure.

Well, such a woman certainly deserves to be by Ace's side, they all thought in unison.

"Huh? You mean I'm not marrying him?" Hancock looked up at Gloriosa with teary eyes, the look of pure sadness only enhancing her beauty.

"So beautiful!" Gloriosa clutched at her heart, overwhelmed by Hancock's charms.

Even after eating the Sweet Fruit, Hancock's natural beauty was unparalleled. Her pitiful expression could melt anyone's resolve.

"Listen, Hancock," Gloriosa said, leaning closer to whisper. "If you truly want to stay by Ace's side, it's not enough to rely on your beauty alone."

"Why not?" Hancock bit her lip, glancing back at Ace with a look of uncertainty. Compared to Ace, who radiated power and presence, she felt a rare twinge of self-doubt. Even though she was a legendary beauty, love had a way of making her feel vulnerable.

"Every woman by the Flame Emperor's side has contributed greatly to his cause," Gloriosa continued softly. "You'll have to work hard too, Hancock."

Hancock's eyes flickered with determination as she nodded seriously. Despite her overwhelming love for Ace, she hadn't forgotten the strength of the women around him—especially Nami.

Nami's power, enhanced by the Thunder Fruit, surpassed even her own in some ways. The ability was overwhelmingly strong, giving Nami an edge in battle.

Of course, Hancock had also sensed Nami's relationship with Ace through her Observation Haki. The bond Nami shared with Ace was as deep as her own feelings, and Hancock didn't mind.

A man as remarkable as Ace couldn't have just one woman. As long as she could stay by his side, that was enough for her.

"Alright, let's go to Amazon Lily," Hancock said, her voice filled with happiness as she gazed lovingly at Ace. Just being near him made her feel that her life was complete.

"Let's go, Hancock," Ace replied with a gentle smile. There was a spark of excitement in his eyes as well.

He couldn't wait to see how much Nami and the others would improve by learning the Haki training methods of Amazon Lily, combined with his Realm of Comprehension.

After all, Amazon Lily was a nation where nearly all adult women could use Haki. Ace was curious to see how his crew could grow under such ideal conditions.

And as for Hancock—she had the potential to become a force comparable to BIG MOM, especially if she mastered Conqueror's Haki. With the combination of her Sweet Fruit abilities and Ace's teachings, her power could reach new heights.

The power at Ace's command was on the verge of an extraordinary transformation, and Amazon Lily would play a crucial role in that.