From Episode 472 onward, you're our partner!
Bo Bing stared blankly at Luffy's smiling face. Those eyes, always brimming with energy, held not the slightest doubt or fear—only pure acceptance.
He suddenly remembered what he had seen in the palace. That boy had been willing to turn himself into a ridiculous water balloon just to protect his companions.
His companions were clearly far weaker, yet they had still been willing to risk their lives and fool around with him. That reckless bond was the light he had spent twenty years searching for.
Hey, Luffy, you should at least ask for our opinion!
Nami stood with her hands on her hips, cheeks puffed up in displeasure.
Your opinions aren't important. I'm the captain.
Luffy said it as if it were only natural.
Zoro covered his forehead, looking utterly helpless, but he still lowered the hand resting on his sword hilt.
He glanced at the suitcase in Robin's hand, then at her somewhat slender figure. In the end, he said nothing more. At least she really hadn't stabbed them in the back, and though Luffy's judgment was strange, it seemed he had never been wrong.
Zoro snorted coldly, sheathed his sword, and walked toward the stern, showing Robin the back of his head. "Don't hold us back."
Though the words were stiff, most of his hostility had already faded.
Sanji popped out again at that moment and began fawning over Robin.
Beautiful lady, let me carry your luggage. You must be exhausted, so I'll make you a delicious apple pie right away.
Seeing Sanji in front of her, Robin was directly amused. Her lips curled slightly. "Thank you, gentleman."
Meanwhile, Usopp slowly emerged from behind the mast. He cautiously sized Robin up and asked in a low voice, "So, are you sure