As If Nothing Had Happened, Vulnerability, the Lion Appears

In that split second, Gion's delicate little foot hooked the door shut.

This woman dragged Naito into the room; she must be trying to force him into a life of hardship as a slave.

Sad~

Chapter 186 Acting as if nothing happened, vulnerable, the lion's tracks revealed.

As dawn broke outside the window, the town began to awaken.

Ah~

On the sofa, Hancock, who was hugging a pillow, yawned, rubbed her eyes slightly, and then immediately opened them again, still staring intently at Ain, who was sitting cross-legged on the bed.

I didn't sleep a wink last night, staring intently at that annoying woman across from me the entire time.

Of course, this is nothing. With Hancock's energy, she could go without sleep for several days in a row without any problem.

What was truly infuriating was that this stinky woman opposite her was also staring intently at her the entire time, giving Hancock no chance to leave the room.

That despicable woman!

Ain, lying on the bed, yawned slightly, turned her head slightly, and looked at the gradually brightening sky outside the window, feeling quite melancholy.

Such a great opportunity was wasted because of this stinky woman.

Oh well, I'll always be by Naito's side anyway, there will be plenty of opportunities.

That wretched woman will be leaving after defeating the Golden Lion; she'll be the one laughing last.

Ain got out of bed and stepped barefoot onto the floor. The cool touch made Ain toes grip the ground slightly.

Hancock was momentarily startled, her eyes narrowing. "What do you want to do?"

Go back and change your clothes.

Ain left a cold remark, then pushed open the door and left.

Hancock didn't stop her, but simply stretched lightly, her expression suddenly turning somewhat gloomy.

Today, we'll be passing through Mary Geoise...

Ain quickly returned to her room.

Luckily, it's still early and everyone is still asleep. Otherwise, even Ain would feel ashamed to be seen walking around outside in these clothes, except, of course, if Naito sees her.

After changing her clothes, Ain pushed open the door to her room.

At this time, Naito should also be getting up. He always gets up very early to cultivate, and he never misses a day unless there is something important to do.

I should tell him about what happened last night.

That's what Ain thought.

Honesty is very important in a relationship.

She should be honest with Naito and tell him that she wanted to sleep with him.

Just at the perfect moment, Naito's door was pushed open.

Just as Ain had expected, Naito, dressed in a simple vest and shorts, pushed open the door and stepped out, ready to begin his morning exercise.

"Naito— "

Just as Ain was about to greet her, she froze completely.

There were several small red marks on Naito's neck.

What's going on?

Just then, a voice came from inside the door, "Naito, tell Sanji not to prepare breakfast for me. I want to rest a bit more this morning."

Ain suddenly turned her head to look inside the door.

That sound!

"Um."

Naito casually closed the door.

Then, he casually looked at Ain, "It's Gion."

"..."

Ain was stunned for several seconds before finally nodding with a hint of loss. "I understand."

"Um."

Naito nodded slightly and walked briskly past Ain.

They didn't even offer to comfort Ain.

Don't feel guilty about women; it will only make you unhappy.

Ain watched Naito's retreating figure, which didn't turn back, and couldn't help but sigh softly.

That's really going too far, Naito! Doesn't he even have the heart to explain himself to me?

That shrewish Pirate Empress was absolutely right about one thing: when it comes to matters of the heart, Naito is truly ruthless.

However, this was something that had been expected.

Naito doesn't truly like anyone; everyone else is just presuming to love him and trying to get close to him.

Wasn't my original intention to seize the initiative?

It's just that Gion- senpai beat me to it.

What truly troubled Ain was that while she and the Pirate Empress were keeping a close watch on each other, Gion- senpai ended up getting the better of her.

How despicable, Vice Admiral Momousagi!

Ain gritted her teeth.

It's alright, Gion will leave after we defeat Golden Lion anyway.

The person who will stay by Naito's side is still himself!

"Naito, wait for me!"

Ain quickly caught up with him.

The morning exercise ended with Sanji's energetic shout, "Time to eat!"

Binz devoured the food like a starving ghost reincarnated.

Ain ate her breakfast as if nothing had happened, while competing with Hancock to feed Naito.

However, when looking at the Pirate Empress knew nothing, Ain couldn't help but feel some resentment.

It's all because of that damned pirate! Otherwise, how would Gion have gotten involved?

Naito that scumbag Knight wouldn't refuse Gion, he certainly wouldn't refuse me either!

"Seriously, shouldn't we leave some food for Gion?"

Sanji's words broke the harmonious atmosphere.

Naito swallowed the fried egg that Ain handed him and said calmly, "Ignore her."

"All right."

Sanji nodded slightly; Naito had already said so.

After breakfast, everyone packed their own luggage.

It's time to get ready to go.

It was at this moment that Gion finally arrived, albeit late.

The woman, whose face always wore a gentle smile, had a hint of languor in her eyes today. She carried her luggage down the stairs, asking, "I'm not late, am I?"

"No, no, Gion- senpai, the timing is perfect, we're just about to set off!"

Binz chuckled and said, "Speaking of which, are you alright? Are you sick?"

"No, it's just that I didn't sleep well last night."

Gion said with a smile as she walked over.

He walked over to Naito and casually gave him a light kiss on the Naito. "Good morning, Naito."

"Huh?"

Binz blinked blankly.

He glanced instinctively at Sanji beside him. Was it just his imagination?

Binz only realized it after he saw that Sanji also looked completely dumbfounded.

This is actually true!

"Eh!!!!"

Binz almost screamed.

What is this?!

What on earth happened?!

Even Gion- senpai...

"Hey! You stinky woman!!"

The most restless person was the Pirate Empress, Hancock almost instantly sprang to her feet, instinctively unleashing her Conqueror's Haki, shouting, "What are you doing!"

"It's nothing."

Gion casually raised the corners of her mouth, "It was just a good morning kiss."

"You filthy woman!!"

Hancock blushed with anger.

How can there still be bad women!

"Alright, let's go meet up with Professor Zephyr and the others."

Naito, equally nonchalant, remained unfazed.

Binz watched his retreating figure.

This guy, he really is a succubus, isn't he?

Regardless, the group set off, met up with Zephyr and the others at Crescent Harbor, and then boarded the warship that had been prepared beforehand.

Also aboard were the Shichibukai, Admiral Kizaru, and Smoker, a total of four.

This was the main force that defeated the Golden Lion, and it was truly terrifying.

The warships set sail, heading for Red Port.

Apart from the special case of Hancock, the other Shichibukai were ordered to stay in the rooms prepared for them, while the Marines gathered on the deck to chat.