Where Is My Shakky-?!

A few seconds later, Lin Nuo's gaze passed over Shakky and landed on Gloriosa behind her.

The former former former Empress of Kuja stood behind Shakky with a righteous expression, her back straight and her eyes fixed ahead.

Lin Nuo spoke directly. "Gloriosa, would the Kuja Pirates like to join our Pirate Alliance as well?"

Gloriosa froze.

She had originally intended to bring it up herself, yet Lin Nuo had beaten her to it.

"—Fine." She nodded. "Since you've brought it up, Kuja is willing to join."

Lin Nuo smiled.

Shakky covered her mouth and chuckled beside him, lightly nudging her sister with her elbow.

"Sis, see? I told you he'd definitely invite us himself."

Gloriosa ignored her and merely looked at Lin Nuo seriously.

"Lord Lin Nuo," she said solemnly, "although Amazon Lily has forbidden men from entering since ancient times."

"You are our ally, and you are also my younger sister's savior—"

She paused, seeming somewhat hesitant.

"Once this is all over, I hope you can visit Kuja Island."

"We will treat you properly with the most traditional and highest-standard banquet of the Kuja warriors!"

Lin Nuo found her righteous demeanor rather amusing.

He had actually wanted to visit Amazon Lily for a long time. For a transmigrator, it was the number one must-visit destination.

"Alright!" Lin Nuo readily agreed.

"I'll definitely go."

Shakky secretly applauded from the side.

"Then it's settled, Lin Nuo." She winked. "See you on Kuja Island later."

With that, she took Gloriosa's hand and headed back toward the Roger Pirates.

Lin Nuo watched their retreating figures, feeling a surge of emotion.

Back at God Valley, he had chosen to save Alice, and he had chosen to save Shakky.

The two seeds he had planted back then had finally blossomed and borne fruit.

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