Chapter 262
Chapter 262
"Alright, alright, Hancock. Let me explain."
Rorschach helplessly pulled Hancock back and made her settle quietly in his arms.
If he let Hancock explain, it would only make things more confusing. She had no intention of properly explaining anything to Elder Nyon.
Seeing that Rorschach had spoken, Elder Nyon also calmed down and waited quietly for his explanation.
Outside, the group of warriors were also very curious. They only knew that a heated argument had broken out inside, but they couldn’t understand what was being said.
They didn’t have the courage to use Observation Haki to eavesdrop on the conversation inside.
Therefore, they had no idea what the three people inside were discussing.
"Just like Hancock said earlier, Amazon Lily has now been designated as my territory. As for safety concerns, you don’t need to worry."
Rorschach spoke in a steady voice. After thinking for a moment, he continued:
"You should know what my ability is, right?"
Elder Nyon nodded.
"I will move the entire island of Amazon Lily to the New World. Once we’re there, the Marines won’t be able to do anything to us."
"As for the throne of Amazon Lily, you can continue following your traditions and choose a new ruler. I won’t interfere."
After hearing this, Elder Nyon fell into deep thought.
Hancock, on the other hand, became anxious first. She looked at Rorschach with a pitiful expression and said:
"Does that mean Lord Rorschach is dissatisfied with Amazon Lily? The people of my kingdom are all excellent warriors. They can definitely be of great help to you."
Hancock looked at Rorschach nervously, her tone urgent.
It was as if she couldn’t accept it if Rorschach refused to become the ruler.
"I understand your feelings. If I ever need your strength, I will tell you."
Rorschach gently rubbed Hancock’s head and spoke softly.
Hancock quietly and happily nestled against him, affectionately rubbing her head against his hand, looking extremely content.
Elder Nyon, after thinking for a while, finally came to a conclusion.
Rorschach possessed the Float-Float Fruit, a strategically powerful ability. He could indeed protect Amazon Lily.
Moreover, his strength was immense. He was now being called the Fifth Emperor. Since the news of Whitebeard’s death had just spread, Rorschach would likely be the one to inherit Whitebeard’s position as one of the Four Emperors.
The protection of a Yonko seemed just as reliable as — if not better than — the status of a Warlord.
Furthermore, given the relationship between Rorschach and Hancock, Amazon Lily would also be able to develop more smoothly.
They wouldn’t need to constantly go out plundering just to obtain supplies either.
Currently, Amazon Lily’s resources mainly came from what Hancock plundered during her voyages. The currency they used wasn’t berries, but snake scales. Food was also self-produced through hunting and farming on the island. Other goods were obtained through Hancock’s raids.
Therefore, compared to the legal plundering rights granted by the Warlord title, relying on Rorschach as a powerful backer seemed like a better option.
"If you’re willing to keep Hancock as the Empress while joining your forces, then it’s not completely unacceptable. Amazon Lily can still develop peacefully."
Elder Nyon spoke seriously.
"Hmph. With Lord Rorschach here, Amazon Lily has nothing to worry about."
Hancock snorted coldly.
"I’ll go make the announcement now and have them prepare for the migration. I’ll also recall the civilians who are out at sea fishing."
Elder Nyon nodded in agreement.
"Good. You may go. I want some time alone with Lord Rorschach. And all of you outside! Don’t you have anything better to do? Why are you all gathered here? Go back and double your training!"
Hancock waved her hand to dismiss Elder Nyon and her two younger sisters, then sharply scolded the group of female warriors who had been curiously watching from outside the door.
"Yes, ma’am!"
The protectors and Kuja Pirates responded loudly and energetically.
"Sigh... So this is the fate of every generation’s Amazon Empress. In the end, even Hancock couldn’t escape it."
Watching Hancock cling to Rorschach with an infatuated expression, Elder Nyon couldn’t help but shake her head and sigh.
A long time ago, she too had gone out to sea because she fell in love with someone.
During that time, she had even joined the Rocks Pirates.
She had also experienced the God Valley Incident. Back then, Shakky hadn’t yet become the Empress of Amazon Lily — she had been a crew member on Elder Nyon’s ship.
It wasn’t until Elder Nyon retired that Shakky took over her position.
Who would have thought that Shakky would eventually run off with Rayleigh in the end?
It seemed that every generation’s Amazon Empress had to go through a trial of love. Those who failed ended up like her now — living out their days in loneliness.
Fortunately, she had managed to overcome her lovesickness and had gained some clarity. She hadn’t died from it.
Not long after, Sandersonia came to report that the entire population had been notified to return to the island and wait for Hancock’s speech.
Elder Nyon had already informed them in advance that Amazon Lily would be migrating.
However, there were still many questions swirling in their heads.
Hancock then brought Rorschach outside to the colosseum. She sat high upon the throne while the citizens quietly waited below for their Empress to speak.
When they saw Rorschach, everyone stared at him with curious eyes.
Most of them had never seen a man before.
Only the members of the Kuja Pirates who had gone out to sea with Hancock had ever encountered one.
"So this is what a man looks like? He doesn’t seem that different from us... just a bit flatter."
"I think he looks quite pretty, just like the Empress. But it’s a different kind of beauty."
"I heard he’s incredibly strong. I wonder if he can beat the Empress. He doesn’t look very sturdy though."
"Men are probably all different. The Empress isn’t very muscular either, but she has special abilities! Maybe this man has some kind of special power too."
"Alright, alright, stop talking. The Empress is about to speak."
The women on the island began whispering among themselves. Most of the discussion revolved around Rorschach’s identity and their curiosity about this man.
Once they saw that Hancock was about to speak, they immediately fell silent. Not a single sound could be heard.
Hancock then announced to all the female warriors on the island that the Kuja would officially join Rorschach’s pirate crew — and that the entire nation would move forward together.
The crowd erupted in shock.
Whether young or old, none of them had ever experienced something like this. For a moment, they were thrown into confusion.
Following that, Rorschach slowly stepped forward and began using his ability.
Under the stunned gazes of everyone present... the island of Amazon Lily slowly began to rise into the air.
Even the Empress herself could no longer suppress the commotion among the citizens.
This god-like power completely conquered the female warriors.
Those with some experience understood that this was the power of a Devil Fruit, while the younger warriors who had never left the island began to regard Rorschach as a divine being.
In their hearts, his status was now second only to their Empress.
However, the commotion was quickly silenced under Hancock’s sharp rebuke.
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