Brru Brru Brru...
At that moment, the Den Den Mushi atop the giant rock started to ring.
Without hesitation, Chris walked over.
He knew very well—there was only one person who would call him. The most beautiful woman in the world—Boa Hancock.
The Sweetheart Queen and the others exchanged glances, eyes full of curiosity.
Ever since they boarded the ship, the Den Den Mushi in the training room had never rung once.
One by one, they said nothing, quietly watching ahead, eager to see who it was.
Chris reached the giant rock and picked up the Den Den Mushi, answering the call.
"Chris, this one hopes she's not disturbing you!"
The Den Den Mushi transformed into Hancock's image—flowing hair, dressed in a deep red outfit.
As expected of the world's number one beauty—even when mimicked by a Den Den Mushi, she was stunningly beautiful.
"If there's something, just say it."
Chris continued flipping through the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia, remaining calm and composed as always.
Seeing the Den Den Mushi's appearance, Perona and the others immediately understood who it was.
The only female among the Seven Warlords—Boa Hancock!
"Weird... Why would she be calling Chris?"
The Sweetheart Queen looked at the Den Den Mushi, confusion on her delicate face.
Betty took a drag of her cigarette and said nonchalantly,
"What's there to think about? A few days ago, Chris left—probably to discuss forming an alliance."
Perona flew around in the air, her little face full of envy.
"Even the Den Den Mushi is so beautiful... How about the real person?"
"As expected... the world's number one beauty really is too stunning. Drool drool drool..."
Reiju nodded gently, touching her fair chin.
"Boa Hancock—she's a legendary beauty."
"They say men who see her are usually turned to stone—she's that breathtaking."
"Just by looking at this Den Den Mushi, you can tell the rumors are true."
Baccarat glanced at Reiju, her beautiful eyes twinkling with a soft smile.
"You're right, but Chris clearly isn't one of those men."
"No matter who the woman is, to Chris, it doesn't make much difference."
She turned to Chris with a bright, elegant smile and added,
"He's a man destined for greatness. All his energy is focused on training—he doesn't care about women at all."
Just then, the Den Den Mushi let out a charming and melodic voice.
"Chris, this one has already set off. Soon, I'll enter the Grand Line."
"This one will arrive in the New World even before you. I'll be waiting there for your arrival!"
At this moment, Marigold and Sandersonia exchanged glances.
"So that's what Chris looks like…"
The Den Den Mushi mimicked Chris's appearance—black clothes, black pants, calm expression, and stoic demeanor.
As for looks—he was very handsome.
Combined with the calm voice on the other end, they immediately understood Chris's personality.
"A calm and rational man!"
Marigold leaned close to Sandersonia and whispered,
"Judging by the Den Den Mushi's appearance, Chris must be really strong."
Sandersonia nodded in agreement,
"That kind of aura... it can't be faked."
"He really is strong. Big Sis was right—he truly has the strength of an Admiral."
Chris then spoke, his tone calm as always:
"In the first half of the Grand Line, you won't run into much danger."
"But in the New World, with your current strength—you're not even close."
"If you run into trouble you can't handle, call me. Don't try to deal with it alone."
Since Hancock had taken his advice and left the Calm Belt to embark on her journey to become stronger...
Of course, Chris wouldn't remain indifferent—he cared about Hancock's safety. That was a given.
Right now, his impression of Hancock had improved a lot.
She wasn't as unreasonable as people said. She was actually worthy of praise.
"Chris, stop underestimating this one!"
Hancock started to act cute, pouting slightly.
"You're all underestimating me—none of you believe in my strength. Hmph~!"
"Once I enter the New World, I'll prove you're all wrong."
If it was Elder Nyon who doubted her, she could accept it.
But if it was her beloved—Chris—then Hancock absolutely could not accept it.
She secretly made a decision: No matter what happens, she won't ask Chris for help.
She didn't want her beloved to look down on her.
Even if she faced enormous danger, she would never contact him.
"Alright, that's it for now."
Chris had no reaction to Hancock's flirtatious tone. He remained calm and composed, unaffected.
And with that, the call ended.
The women in the training room were all stunned after hearing Hancock's coy tone.
Their faces were full of shock!
Their brains couldn't process what had just happened.
"Did I hear that right? Boa Hancock acted cute to Chris?"
The Sweetheart Queen turned to the others, her eyes wide in disbelief.
Betty nodded, letting out a wry smile.
"Looks like Chris's charm is just too strong."
"Even the world's number one beauty has fallen for him."
Perona, flying in the air, giggled,
"Even though this princess doesn't understand love, the way that woman talked was definitely fishy."
Reiju looked at Chris's figure, her flawless face full of emotion as she muttered,
"Actually, it's not surprising at all. It makes perfect sense."
"Chris is just too exceptional. With his strength and aura, it's completely reasonable for Boa Hancock to fall for him."
Baccarat gently brushed her deep red hair and teased with a grin:
"If the men outside found out the world's number one beauty is already taken, they'd probably cough up blood."
"They'd all be insanely jealous of Chris—and admire him too."
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