As she was being transferred to the King of Lizards' Hanafuda's ship, Hancock looked up at the sky outside the cage...
The sun was shining brightly, the sky was a clear blue, and there wasn't a cloud in sight.
Even on the calmest of the Four Seas, this would be considered superb weather.
Not to mention that this was near Raijin Island, one of the worst and most hellish climates in the turbulent New World.
One could even say it was unusually good.
And the experienced pirates felt genuine peace of mind seeing such weather.
Because this weather seemed to foreshadow that everything ahead would be smooth sailing.
It seemed this time, taking down Wano Country should truly be no problem.
"It seems Kaido is heading towards Wano Country today... So are we truly going to become hostages on the battlefield?"
"What are are you muttering, woman? Stay put honestly!" A small minion on Hanafuda's ship violently struck the cage with the hilt of his sword. "Don't think just because you're a pretty woman, we'll be gentle with you... If you don't watch your step, I'll finish you off immediately!"
Having said that, he turned away and didn't spare Hancock another look.
Hancock was somewhat surprised.
Although her face had some disguise, she was still a beauty among a million.
But this petty guard actually had no thoughts about her... The King of Lizards is much stricter with his subordinates than expected.
...
And soon, the huge cage containing Weevil was also quickly brought up.
Compared to the ordinary cage confining Hancock, just one look at Weevil's cage made it seem incredibly sturdy.
Kaido still hadn't let his guard down regarding Whitebeard's subordinate, Division Commander Weevil.
It was still primarily constructed of Seastone, supplemented by various metals.
"They really are going to unnecessary lengths..." Hancock sneered.
"Huh? Is that a big deal?"
"In a sense, it really is quite terrifying."
Hancock nodded.
She had heard about the strength of Whitebeard's Division Commander Weevil.
If the Weevil of the past only looked like he possessed physical qualities similar to Whitebeard's...
The current Weevil truly had some of Whitebeard's youthful heroism.
So, it seemed understandable that Kaido was so cautious with Weevil.
Even if he could defeat him, what about the others?
If such a killing machine rushed into the formation of the Beast Pirates, it would be a devastating blow!
"You're saying I'm great!"
"So-so." Hancock smiled, extending her snowy white index finger and thumb, making a gesture.
"Just this tiny bit worse than I am."
"Hmph! I don't believe it! You look so skinny and small!"
"In your eyes, it's hard for anyone to not look skinny and small."
"Enough! You two prisoners are boasting now!" The minion once again knocked on the cage with his sword hilt.
"Just watch, with you two as hostages, the opponent will be hesitant, and Wano Country will soon belong to Kaido-sama!"
Hancock took a deep look at this guy who kept interrupting her, and secretly nodded.
Very good.
When she starts to escape later, he'll be the first to go!
...
After the two of them were loaded onto the King of Lizards' pirate ship, the Kaido Allied Forces officially set sail.
Along the way, they were so arrogant that they didn't look like pirates at all, but rather like official personnel.
After leaving the Raijin Island sea area, they continued to advance towards Wano Country.
Hancock had been estimating the distance on the vast sea; she had to make her move at an appropriate time.
Ideally, just when Kaido's side was about to engage the forces of Wano Country.
To make them fall into a dilemma.
If she ran too early, Kaido would relentlessly pursue her with all his forces.
If she ran too late, it wouldn't have the effect of diverting attention.
...
However, there were always those inexplicable people who came out to seek attention.
Hancock leaned against one side of the cage, coldly watching the pirates who had gathered over after eating and drinking.
Compared to Doflamingo's and Kaido's subordinates, the pirates under Hanafuda were even less disciplined.
More uncontrollable.
"Hey, pretty... girl, how about coming out to have some fun with me?"
Hancock sighed.
This line...
Because it was so classic, it felt a bit cliché.
It seemed Hanafuda's subordinates were still in the initial stages—neither smart nor capable.
"Scram far away, I'm not interested in talking to you."
After speaking, she continued to close her eyes and rest.
Out of sight, out of mind.
But perhaps because of the alcohol, the small minions actually felt insulted, so they scrambled to open the cage, attempting to start a 24-hour locked-room cage challenge match against Hancock.
But the ideal was very plump, and the reality was very thin.
The moment Hancock opened her eyes again, the surging Conqueror's Haki sprayed out.
Although it was only for an instant, it was enough to make these small minions roll their eyes, foam at the mouth, and collapse onto the ground.
"Hmph."
Hancock let out a cold snort, and was about to continue, but unexpectedly, the commotion around her finally alerted the strongest person on this ship.
"You've got some skill... are you a Devil Fruit Ability User?" Hanafuda looked at the pirates lying scattered all over the deck, but didn't care about their lives.
"You're truly well-hidden... are you a Paramecia? Or a Logia? Hmm, neither seems quite right... so are you a Zoan?"
The brighter Hanafuda's eyes got as he spoke.
"If you are an Ancient Zoan Ability User, then would you be interested in becoming my woman?"
Hancock looked at the posturing Hanafuda in front of her, the disgust in her brows was obvious.
What sin had she committed to always encounter this situation while on a mission?
Initially, it was just constant expressions of love and even marriage proposals from people within the Navy.
Later, after her identity as the Empress of Amazon Lily was widely publicized, many royal families from World Government affiliated countries began to pursue her.
And now that she had embarked on an absolutely spectacular undercover career...
Damn pirates are starting again!
" You're confused!"
Suddenly, a small minion stepped out with a serious face and furiously rebuked,
"This kind of woman is clearly a femme fatale! You absolutely cannot get involved! I'll help you cut this woman down!"
Saying this, he raised the pirate saber in his hand and walked towards Hancock.
Hancock took a closer look and saw it was the pirate who had just angrily rebuked her.
"I'm truly touched that there is still a career-minded person like you among the pirates."
Hancock sighed, looking up at the sky, and the looming border of Wano Country not far away...
"But excuse me, I'm going to make my move."
"Shigan."
She pointed her finger, and a blood hole appeared in the forehead of the pirate holding the saber.
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