"Whatever his background, we all know it's no ordinary one."
Momonga's face remained blank as he said evenly, "I just hope this Chris doesn't act too arrogant when we call him. He'd better show some respect."
Momousagi said nothing, but her thoughts drifted.
Chris, you've finally made it this far. Soon you'll become a Shichibukai and achieve the first stage of your goal.
Knowing you, you'll probably brush off the call from Headquarters.
I can't wait to hear what you'll say.
Two days later.
On the deck of the Chris.
In one corner stood a man, a woman, and an animal.
They were Princess Vivi, Igaram, and Karoo.
"Igaram, Karoo, have you gotten used to living here?"
Princess Vivi smoothed her aquamarine hair. A captivating smile lit up her beautiful face as she asked them warmly.
Igaram nodded and smiled. "Princess, don't worry. I've settled in just—"
His words caught in his throat, so he sang, "Ba-ba-ba~~"
"Princess, I've settled in just fine. There's no need to worry."
Karoo nodded too and gave a crisp, "Quack..."
Princess Vivi's eyes curved with her smile. "That's good. I'm happy here too."
"The older girls are all easy to talk to, and staying with Chris has given me a chance to train my Haki. I've learned so much."
"Honestly, Lord Chris is incredible. I've never met such an outstanding young man. He's so strong."
Igaram smiled and agreed. "He knocked everyone unconscious without lifting a finger. It was like a dream."
"If you hadn't explained it to me, Princess, I still wouldn't know that a power as formidable as Conqueror's Haki existed."
"Princess, speaking from experience, Lord Chris is bound to become a renowned figure whose name shakes the Grand Line!"
Karoo understood every word. He nodded eagerly and quacked in agreement.