Following Luffy's gaze, Hancock and Hina turned toward the group of women, who immediately froze in confusion. Realizing they had been caught, they quickly tried to hide their money, shuffling nervously.
Hancock narrowed her eyes, her presence growing even more intimidating. "Hey! What's the meaning of this? Do you think I'm some kind of monkey performing tricks at the zoo for your amusement?" Her sharp tone carried enough weight to make the women flinch and take a collective step back.
Ain's heart skipped a beat. Trying to appear inconspicuous, she quietly sidestepped out of view. However, Hina, now gripping her iron rod with an ominous expression, tapped it lightly against her palm.
"As expected," Hina muttered darkly. "Compared to the newcomers, you lot are the real troublemakers. You enjoy gambling, huh? Fine. Hina will break your legs!"
Before anyone could react, Hina dashed forward, her iron rod gleaming with menace.
The usually clever Nami was the first to break the silence, her face draining of color. "Run!" she screamed, bolting away without a second glance. The rest of the women scattered in all directions, the deck erupting into chaos.
Yamato, unfortunately, was not as quick on her feet. Struggling with the hem of her skirt and the awkwardness of wearing high heels, she only managed a few steps before losing her balance and tumbling to the ground.
Hina grinned triumphantly. "Oh dear, it seems someone's fallen behind. Hina won't say who it is, though~"
Yamato's voice trembled as she pleaded, "S-Sister Hina, have mercy! Please don't—wuwuwu!"
Hina wasted no time tying Yamato up, much to the amusement of the others who watched from a safe distance. Ain, standing with her arms crossed and her face calm, shook her head solemnly. "This is what happens when you gamble recklessly," she said, feigning disapproval.
Hancock's voice interrupted her pretense. "Oh? So you didn't participate?" she asked, her tone dripping with suspicion.
Ain's body stiffened as she turned to face Hancock, her expression carefully neutral. "Of course not. I'm a righteous Marine. How could I possibly stoop to such behavior?"
Hancock raised an eyebrow, her gaze falling on Ain's pocket, where the edge of a half-finished betting slip poked out. A sly smile spread across Hancock's face. "You might want to check your pocket before you make such claims," she said with a smirk.
Ain's eyes widened in panic. She quickly glanced down and saw the incriminating slip. Oh no! Without thinking, she tapped her feet and activated Shave, disappearing in a blur as she attempted to escape.
Hancock, her grin widening, wasn't about to let such an opportunity slip by. "Oh no, you don't!" she called, chasing after Ain with gleeful determination.
Meanwhile, Luffy stood calmly with Violet, his hand resting on her shoulder as chaos unfolded around them. The screams of the women echoed across the deck as Hancock chased Ain, and Hina resumed tormenting the unlucky Yamato.
Violet, overwhelmed by the scene, turned to Luffy with wide eyes. "This is the harmonious family you told me about?" she asked incredulously. "If this is how things work, is it too late for me to back out?"
Luffy laughed nervously, scratching the back of his head. "They're usually… more peaceful."
Shaking his head, Luffy decided to introduce Violet to the rest of the group. "Alright, let me introduce you to everyone. See the one chasing Ain? That's Hancock—you probably already know her without me saying. The one swinging the iron rod is Hina, one of my lieutenants. And the poor girl who just got tied up? That's Yamato. She arrived a few days before you."
Violet nodded slowly, trying to process the information. As Luffy continued to point out the other women, she couldn't help but feel a growing sense of unease. Every woman she saw was stunning, each possessing unique qualities that made them stand out. Hancock's regal beauty was undeniable, but the others were equally striking in their own ways.
Olivia's voluptuous figure was impossible to ignore, while Kalifa's flawless, porcelain skin practically glowed. Even Nami's playful charm and Yamato's energetic spirit seemed to radiate confidence. Violet glanced down at her own wheat-colored skin and felt a pang of self-consciousness.
"Luffy," she murmured, her voice tinged with doubt, "all your admirers are so beautiful. Do you really think I can fit in here?"
Luffy's expression softened as he turned to face her. He pulled her into a gentle embrace, holding her close as he whispered, "Don't overthink it. Each of you is unique and irreplaceable to me. You're all important in your own ways."
Violet looked up at him, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears. "Really? I'm important to you?"
Luffy smiled warmly, brushing a strand of hair from her face. "Of course. You and your abilities are invaluable to me—and to all of us." His voice carried a sincerity that left no room for doubt.
A flicker of confusion crossed Violet's face. "My abilities? You mean my Glare-Glare Fruit?"
Luffy's smile turned mischievous. "Exactly. I'm willing to bet that once the others learn about what you can do, they'll all be falling over themselves to be your best friend."
"What do you mean?" Violet asked, tilting her head in curiosity.
Instead of answering, Luffy turned to the women on deck, who had started to shift from chasing each other to playful banter. Raising his voice, he called out, "Everyone! I have an announcement."
The group paused, their attention turning toward him.
"Did you know Violet's Glare-Glare Fruit lets her observe things up to 4,000 kilometers away? It doesn't matter if it's in the sky or underwater!"
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