Recent news has shaken all forces.
Red-Haired Shanks, is dead.
Ben Beckman was killed in action.
Although the Kuja Pirates were in the Calm Belt, they also heard about this news.
They knew very well that Uchiha Xin was no ordinary strongman.
Even if the entire Kuja Pirates were combined, they couldn't possibly stop him.
What's more troublesome is that Hancock herself is Shichibukai.
Uchiha Xin has already killed several Shichibukai.
Hawk Eyes is suspected to have died at his hands as well.
If Hancock were to fall for his scheme, the consequences would be unpredictable.
"Go and tell your sister quickly."
Sandersonia lowered her voice.
"My sister is still in the room."
She can't sleep anymore.
The two dared not delay and immediately ran towards the depths of the cabin.
Inside the room.
Hancock has just finished her afternoon nap.
She sat on a soft couch, her long hair cascading down her back, with a mirror beside her for grooming.
Hearing the noise outside, she looked up.
What's the matter that you're in such a panic?
The door was pushed open.
Sandersonia and Marigold hurried in.
Hancock frowned slightly.
"Who gave you permission to enter my room without my consent?"
Sandersonia didn't have time to explain.
"Sister, Uchiha Xin is here!"
Hancock's expression changed instantly.
"Who?"
" Thunder Emperor Uchiha Xin!"
Marigold continued:
He's already on deck.
No one saw how he boarded the ship.
Hancock slowly rose to her feet.
Her first reaction was not fear, but vigilance.
This name has been appearing far too frequently lately.
Each appearance is accompanied by the fall of a powerful figure.
Navy, Shichibukai, Golden Lion, Red Hair Pirates.
Uchiha Xin seems to have climbed to where he is today by stepping over the corpses of top-tier powerhouses.
The Kuja Pirates were simply not qualified to contend with him.
"Sister, let's get the boat away immediately."
Sandersonia said:
"Once we enter the Calm Belt, he might not be able to catch up."
Hancock glanced at her.
"He can appear on the ship out of thin air."
Do you think the sea serpent can lead us to escape?
Sandersonia opened her mouth, but no words came out.
Marigold clenched her fist.
"Then have all the soldiers assemble."
"Let's work together."
Hancock shook her head.
"It's no use."
She walked to the door.
You are no match for him.
The two sisters' faces turned pale at the same time.
They knew that Uchiha Xin very strong.
Hearing those words from Hancock still felt like a weight was being lifted off my shoulders.
The Kuja Pirates are the strongest fighting force on Amazon Lily.
All the warriors on the ship were Haki.
Hancock is Shichibukai, possessing Conqueror's Haki and the ability to petrify.
However, these powers were simply insufficient to change the outcome when facing Uchiha Xin.
Hancock pushed open the door.
The wind from the deck blew into the room.
She looked up.
Uchiha Xin was already standing at the bow of the ship.
Her black hair swayed in the wind.
His purple-gold eyes fell upon her.
Their eyes met across the deck.
Hancock recognized the newly powerful figure at a glance.
Thunder Emperor Uchiha Xin.
One of the most dangerous men on the high seas.
Sandersonia and Marigold stood behind her, stiff and even their breathing was shallow.
They knew that even with the combined strength of the entire Kuja Pirates, they couldn't withstand Uchiha Xin in the slightest.
Hancock suppressed her inner turmoil, her voice regaining its calm.
"You two, step back."
Sandersonia and Marigold did not move.
"Elder sister..."
"Step back."
Hancock's tone was not harsh, but there was no room for negotiation.
The two sisters gritted their teeth and could only back away.
They didn't leave the deck, but stood at the cabin door, staring intently at Uchiha Xin.
They would act immediately if he made any move.
But they all knew in their hearts that doing so was pointless.
Uchiha Xin stood at the bow of the ship, not even glancing at them.
His gaze remained fixed on Hancock.
Sandersonia lowered her voice.
"Sister, be careful."
Hancock did not respond.
Only after the two sisters retreated into the cabin did she take a few steps forward and stand at a distance from Uchiha Xin.
There was no other sound on the deck.
Two sea snakes dragged the boat forward, its hull swaying slightly with the waves.
Hancock raised her chin, her arrogance still present, but she had put away her usual disdain.
" Thunder Emperor Uchiha Xin."
"What is your purpose in suddenly appearing on the Kuja Pirates ' ship?"
Her voice was steady.
Only she knew that her fingers, hidden in her sleeve, had quietly clenched into a fist.
The man before me had just killed Red-Haired Shanks.
Those are the Four Emperors.
The entire Red Hair Pirates went out in full force, but ultimately their vice-captain was killed in battle and their captain perished.
The Kuja Pirates are far less powerful than the Red Hair Pirates.
If Uchiha Xin really makes a move, she won't even be able to stall for time.
Uchiha Xin looked at her and suddenly felt a pang of emotion.
How arrogant the former Pirate Empress was.
Whether facing the Navy or pirates, she rarely takes anyone seriously.
But when she faced a truly powerful opponent who could crush her, all her arrogance vanished.
She did not provoke anyone.
There was no scolding.
They didn't even dare to say a single unnecessary word.
This is the difference that comes from strength.
I've come to find you.
Uchiha Xin's answer was very direct.
Hancock's brow twitched slightly.
Looking for me?
"Good."
"I have no connection with you, nor have I ever invited you to Amazon Lily."
"I know."
"Then what brings you to me?"
Uchiha Xin raised his right hand.
His gaze fell on his index finger.
"If I wanted to, I could easily crush the entire Kuja Pirates with just this one finger."
Hancock's breath caught in her throat for a moment.
At the cabin door, Sandersonia and Marigold's expressions changed simultaneously.
Although they hadn't gone far, they could hear it clearly.
"That's incredibly arrogant!"
"Marigold said through gritted teeth."
Sandersonia raised her hand to block her.
Don't be impulsive.
She stared at Uchiha Xin's retreating figure, her voice even lower.
What he said might be true.
Marigold clenched her fists, but said nothing more.
On the deck, Hancock's face also darkened.
Are you threatening me?
"It's not a threat."
Uchiha Xin withdrew his hand.
I'm just telling you the facts.
"Even if the entire Kuja Pirates attacked together, they couldn't withstand a single blow from me."
"As Shichibukai, you should know that a difference in strength cannot be bridged by numbers."
Hancock did not refute this.
Because she truly knew.
When Uchiha Xin appeared, none of the soldiers on the ship noticed.
If he truly came with murderous intent, the Kuja Pirates would already be half dead.
But hearing those words from Uchiha Xin still angered her.
She is the Empress of Amazon Lily.
She is a renowned Pirate Empress on the high seas.
When have I ever been evaluated like this to my face?
Hancock stared at him.
"Since you know I am no match for you, why did you come all the way to see me?"
Because I'm interested in you.