In the next instant, Kazu and Hancock were on the deck of the Divine Dragon.
Robin is sunbathing on the beach, Makino is cooking, and Carlmand and Behrens are coaching Drew together in the training room.
"Oh dear, you're finally back! Looks like everything went smoothly."
Robin put down her book and turned around to see Kazu and Hancock returning together. She knew then that Kazu had successfully captured the Pirate Empress.
"Ah, everything went smoothly."
" Hancock, this is Robin, our ship's archaeologist. Like you, she's one of my women. You two should get along well from now on."
Hancock saw Robin and Makino on the ship the day before yesterday, and she had a suspicion at the time, but she didn't expect it to be true.
"I... I understand. I'll try to get along with them better from now on."
Although Hancock secretly wished to have Kazu's love all to herself, she was the one who came later, so it seemed like she should be the one to leave first if anyone was to be kicked out.
Thinking about this, she didn't feel so bad anymore. Fine, let's be together then. Anyway, she couldn't live without Kazu anymore; she wanted to be with her beloved for life.
Then, Kazu called the others out and introduced Hancock to them.
"Welcome everyone, Hancock will now be a combatant on the Divine Dragon."
Snap snap snap~
Everyone applauded, and smiles graced their faces as they warmly welcomed the new member.
"Welcome, Hancock."
Makino welcomed the newcomers with a smile, and Hancock felt her goodwill, which put her at ease.
" Kazu, you actually managed to win her over! I'm so envious!"
"Captain Kazu, are we having a welcome party for the newlyweds today?"
"Great, finally we can rest. Those two, Carlmand and Behrens, are too brutal."
"Hahaha, you're right, gentlemen, prepare the banquet to welcome the newlyweds!!"
At Kazu's command, everyone sprang into action, preparing for tonight's grand feast.
During the banquet, Makino and Robin pulled Hancock aside and talked about women's things, mainly discussing the division of labor.
Hancock was actually a little overwhelmed last night, and now that she heard the other two people were seeking cooperation, she was also somewhat tempted. However, she had never experienced anything like this before, and she felt very shy.
Meanwhile, Kazu was drinking and bragging with a few male members; otherwise, drinking would be a waste.
"Ah, Kazu, I really want to find a woman too."
Carlmand held his wine glass, looking melancholy, which made the others burst into laughter.
"Haha, Carlmand, as long as you can find her and she's a decent person, I, as the captain, won't stop you. You're allowed to bring her aboard."
"Captain Kazu, don't make things difficult for Carlmand. How could someone in his slump possibly find a wife?"
" Behrens, you bastard!"
Drew mostly watched them fool around; he didn't have much thought about finding a wife right now.
Let's talk about this later. Looking for women now will only slow down his hammer swing.
That night, to let Hancock experience it firsthand, Robin and Makino once again took a break, leaving Hancock alone to face Kazu raging storm.
Sure enough, it was already noon the next day when Hancock finally came out of her bedroom; she must have been exhausted the day before.
"Wow, the Sabaody Archipelago must be just ahead."
With a shout from Behrens, everyone rushed onto the deck.
The Sabaody Archipelago is lush with vegetation and dotted with countless bubbles, making it a truly unique and beautiful place.
"Haha, I heard the auction here is huge. Maybe we should go see if there's anything fun."
"Captain, I want to buy the finest alloy to forge a good hammer."
" Kazu, I request to take these two guys on a two-day free-roaming trip, especially Drew; that kid's a bit of a loner."
"Granted!"
Drew hadn't expected to be sent out so directly, and quickly turned to Kazu, saying, "Captain, I want to buy alloy, I want to make a hammer! I don't want to play with Carlmand, I want to go to the auction house!"
"Don't worry, don't worry, I'll buy you the alloy."
"The transition from boy to man is an essential process for every mature man, and I feel very reassured with Carlmand guiding you."
"I will buy the gold you've acquired. Don't worry, go with peace of mind."
With a wave of his hand, Kazu grabbed Carlmand, leaving Drew no chance to escape.
Before long, the Divine Dragon slowly docked at Island 44, which is the shipyard and coating area of Sabaody Archipelago.
Although Kazu and his crew didn't plan to apply the coating, the port here is large enough for the Divine Dragon to dock.