After leaving the prison, Luo Wen, Viola, King Riku headed towards the palace.
"Lord Luo Wen, are you really not going to accept Doflamingo?"
Viola asked with concern.
Beside him, King Riku wore the same expression.
They were all terrified by what Doflamingo had said in the cell.
If Luo Wen actually agrees to Doflamingo's conditions, they're finished.
"He's just delusional; you don't need to overthink it."
Luo Wen patted Viola's head, comforting her once again.
"Yes, I understand."
Viola agreed, but she still felt somewhat uncomfortable.
Eight years of undercover work left her feeling very insecure.
After Luo Wen defeated Doflamingo, she kissed Luo Wen and felt a sense of security. But Doflamingo's words made her feel insecure again.
She certainly wanted to believe in Luo Wen's character, but it was only their first meeting, and it was difficult to see him clearly.
She believed more in Luo Wen's possessiveness than in that.
Viola looked at Luo Wen and made up her mind.
Tonight, she's determined to win over Luo Wen!
Just then, the three of them reached the main street leading to the palace, and the shouts that rang in their ears interrupted Viola's thoughts.
Looking around, the people of Dressrosa were watching them from both sides of the street, and it was they who were making the exclamations.
"Is that the Godslayer, Luo Wen, who will save us?"
"It seems so, exactly the same as in the newspaper!"
"The person next to him looks like King Riku; he rescued King Riku!"
"Your King Riku, we have wronged you!"
"Luo Wen Lord Lowen!"
"Luo Wen is invincible!"
The crowd shouted wildly at the three men.
When they first heard that Luo Wen had defeated Doflamingo, these people were still indignant and cheering for Doflamingo.
That is, until Luo Wen threatened Sugar, forcing her to restore the person who had been turned into a doll to their original form.
With the testimony of those people, and the endorsement of the Morgans newspaper, the situation became clear.
The people of Dressrosa finally uncovered Doflamingo's entire conspiracy and realized that the tyrant King Riku from eight years ago was framed.
He held Luo Wen in the highest esteem for uncovering the conspiracy and defeating Doflamingo.
"..."
Luo Wen remained calm and unperturbed by either praise or criticism.
Viola's beautiful eyes sparkled as she fixed her gaze on Luo Wen, completely ignoring King Riku beside her, who was already weeping uncontrollably.
"That's great!"
King Riku's eyes welled with tears, and his voice trembled.
Since being framed by Doflamingo, he went from being a king beloved by all to a tyrant hated by everyone.
The sadness and grievances in his heart made him feel extremely heartbroken.
Now that the truth has come out, he has finally been exonerated.
King Riku was in high spirits, head held high, as if he had returned to his former majesty.
All of this is thanks to Luo Wen, who was by his side.
King Riku was deeply grateful to Luo Wen.
If it weren't for the fact that they were in public, he would have kowtowed to Luo Wen.
Amid cheers, the three arrived at the royal palace in Dressrosa.
"You and your daughter can catch up. I have other things to attend to, so see you later."
"Luo Wen said with a smile."
"Luo Wen, please go ahead with your work; we won't disturb you any longer. However, we would like to prepare a victory banquet tonight, and we would be honored if you and your men could attend."
"Why are you putting on airs like a father-in-law? "King Riku said respectfully.
Although Luo Wen claims to be his son-in-law, Luo Wen is far stronger than Doflamingo and a hero who saved Dressrosa.
Etiquette must not be taken lightly.
"I will definitely go."
Luo Wen readily agreed, then turned and left.
Only Viola and King Riku remained on the spot.
"Daughter, you've had a tough time all these years."
King Riku looked at Viola with deep pity in his eyes.
Eight years ago, Viola was just a 20-year-old princess, living a life of luxury and happiness.
Overnight, a devastating change occurred, families were torn apart, and the country was seized.
After the upheaval, they still had to lie in wait under the enemy's influence, enduring humiliation and compromise.
King Riku couldn't imagine how Viola managed to survive.
"It's alright, Dad."
Viola's eyes also welled up with tears; eight years of pain were fully displayed in front of her father.
King Riku patted Viola's back, offering silent comfort.
After a moment, Viola calmed down, tears welling in her eyes with hope, and said, "It's all over now, tomorrow will be better."
She thought of Luo Wen; as long as that man was there, she wouldn't have to go through this kind of pain again.
Yes, tomorrow will be better!
King Riku also felt a surge of hope.
The gloom that had hung over the country has been dispelled by Luo Wen; tomorrow will be better.
"Let's go, let's gather everyone and prepare a victory celebration banquet."
Viola rallied her spirits, determined to make the evening's banquet a resounding success.
This reflects the sentiments of a nation and cannot be taken lightly.
King Riku and Viola busied themselves, quickly gathering manpower.
Dressrosa was occupied by Doflamingo for eight years, King Riku's people had already been replaced long before that.
Currently, preparing a large banquet for over two thousand people is simply beyond our capabilities.
Fortunately, upon learning that a banquet was to be prepared for Luo Wen and his group to deal with Doflamingo, the entire nation was happy to help.
People contributed manpower and effort, and after a busy afternoon, everyone pitched in.
The banquet prepared for Luo Wen and his group of over two thousand people was held as scheduled.
Luo Wen, along with Nami and the other women, as well as over 1,500 Marines from the G-5 Branch, took their seats.
The remaining navy personnel were tasked with guarding the Donquixote Family prisoners and were only allowed to eat their regular meals.
"I'm sorry, Luo Wen, the conditions are really limited."
King Riku lowered his head in shame.
Despite everyone's combined efforts, the food at the banquet was not particularly plentiful.
It was just simple meat and drinks brought by the public.
"Not at all, it's already very good."
Luo Wen picked up a piece of grilled meat and savored it slowly.
While delicious food is certainly delightful, the sentiments of a nation are even more precious.
Then, Luo Wen stood up, raised his wine glass, and called out to the navy, "Did everyone enjoy tonight's banquet?"
His voice was loud and clear, reaching the ears of all the sailors.
There was a moment of silence, then the whole place erupted in cheers.
"Like!"
"I love it!"
All the naval G-5 Branch responded enthusiastically.
They were very pleased with Dressrosa's intentions.
The people welcomed the king's army with food and drink.
Perhaps, this is the justice they are pursuing.
The sailors looked at Luo Wen with a gleam in their eyes.