Mu Chen spoke and let out a helpless sigh, looking utterly dejected.
To Hancock, however, the Marine before her possessed an exceptionally shameless quality.
Sandersonia asked softly, "Sister, did you really let him enter the palace?"
Hancock fell silent for a moment before saying coldly, "Let's first see what he wants."
Marigold frowned. "But he can ignore your Devil Fruit ability. His strength is unfathomable."
Hancock did not answer. She merely subconsciously touched the shell necklace on her chest.
Escorted by the Kuja Warriors, Mu Chen passed through the palace gardens, taking in the scenery of Amazon Lily along the way.
Giant snakes coiled around towering ancient trees. Female warriors nimbly moved among them while young girls played below, their bell-like laughter echoing through the air. Majestic serpent-shaped buildings everywhere displayed the ancient civilization of Amazon Lily.
Mu Chen sighed in admiration. "No wonder they call this the Land of Women!"
"Hmph, men have no right to admire the beauty of Amazon Lily!"
A Kuja warrior beside him snorted coldly.
Mu Chen smiled and did not argue.
Before long, Mu Chen arrived at the palace's main hall.
Hancock sat upon the throne, her long, beautiful legs crossed, her red lips slightly pursed, her gaze filled with disdain and suspicion.
"Why should I accept the Marines' invitation?"
Mu Chen stood in the center of the hall with his hands in his pockets, looking completely at ease.
"Very simple. Because it benefits Amazon Lily."
"Hmph. Let's hear it."
Hancock raised a brow, lightly tapping the armrest with her fingertips.
Mu Chen looked around, his gaze sweeping over the wary Kuja Warriors before he slowly spoke.
"After becoming a Shichibukai, Amazon Lily will gain the legal right to plunder."
"The Marines will not interfere with your actions. Moreover, you can remain independent and