Mousse's purpose for this trip had apparently been achieved, and he finally let out a sigh of relief. But Brulee's reaction made him want to complain, Why didn't Patty's attitude get you this excited? Is it because he isn't as handsome as Sanji? Little Brulee, judging people by their looks is wrong!
Still, judging by appearances was human nature. Anyone who saw Sanji and Patty would definitely have a better impression of the former, and Mousse himself was no exception.
Besides, although Sanji was still young, his refined taste had already won recognition from Baratie's longtime customers, whether it came to food or beautiful women. The moment those words of praise left his mouth, even customers who disagreed could not show it on their faces, lest they be mocked for having terrible taste. Not even ten thousand Pattys could have replaced that effect.
In fact, that was precisely why Mousse had brought Brulee here. Sanji being able to appreciate her beauty was merely a necessary condition; combined with this, it became both necessary and sufficient!
But as he considered this, a thought suddenly struck Mousse, and he realized a problem. Wait, this might not be a matter of taste. Brulee's third eye does not make people think she is ugly—it makes them afraid! So Sanji actually overcame the fear of the Three-Eyed Tribe ingrained in the ancient memories within his Lineage Factor?
If Patty's lack of fear had been because his greedy nature overwhelmed it—or, more likely, because he had pretended not to be afraid for money—then was Sanji's due to lust?
How could that be?
Brulee was only ten years old. No matter how lecherous Sanji was, he would not harbor improper thoughts toward such a young girl. Simple appreciation should not have been powerful enough.
*Then was it