As Yamato continued to grumble, clearly frustrated, Kujaku and Olivia exchanged glances. Without hesitation, they hurried over to console her.
"It's fine! Being a woman isn't so bad!" Kujaku said with a supportive smile.
"Yeah, the tough girl Yamato is still super cool and handsome!" Olivia added enthusiastically.
"And hey, we can play games together later!" Kujaku chimed in again, hoping to lift Yamato's spirits.
Yamato, ever the heart-on-her-sleeve type, quickly forgot her irritation. Her earlier anger melted away, replaced by a goofy grin as she scratched the back of her head awkwardly.
Everyone else looked on, exasperated but amused. "Wow… she's so gullible…" they muttered in unison.
The chaos Yamato had stirred finally began to subside, much to the relief of Luffy and Fat F. Watching the antics unfold, Luffy allowed himself a small, satisfied smile.
"This silly girl," he thought, "may still be a bit rough around the edges, but she's already becoming more feminine. With a little more guidance and encouragement, she'll come around eventually."
Shaking his head to clear his thoughts, Luffy refocused his attention on the others. The girls were still animatedly chatting about Yamato's latest outburst, their laughter filling the air. To regain their focus, Luffy cleared his throat loudly, drawing all eyes back to him.
Once the room quieted, Luffy gently placed Mansherry on his shoulder and took Violet's hand. Turning to the group, he introduced her with a calm but authoritative voice.
"This is Violet, the princess of Dressrosa and the user of the Paramecia-type Glare-Glare Fruit."
Violet smiled warmly, her demeanor poised and graceful. She waved at the group, her voice light and pleasant. "Hello, everyone. I look forward to getting along with you all."
Though the girls were initially lukewarm in their reception, they eventually murmured polite greetings. Some even managed smiles. However, Hancock and Hina crossed their arms, their expressions sour, and clapped begrudgingly. Their displeasure was palpable.
Violet, ever perceptive, wasn't offended. She'd already witnessed their earlier sparring and knew better than to challenge them directly. Instead, she kept her composure, trusting in Luffy's assurances that things would improve over time.
As if reading her thoughts, Luffy offered a reassuring smile. "Don't worry," he said softly. "They'll come around."
Turning back to the group, he continued, "Violet's ability is incredibly valuable. With her Glare-Glare Fruit powers, she can observe anything within a 4,000-kilometer radius. You all understand what that means, right?"
The room fell silent as the weight of Luffy's words sank in. Even Yamato, usually carefree, stood a little straighter. The women exchanged serious looks, the importance of Violet's ability dawning on them.
Feeling the intensity of their stares, Violet instinctively took a step back, her nerves fraying. "W-What's with those looks?" she stammered, her voice tinged with unease. "Why are they acting like this?"
Before her imagination could run wild, Luffy raised a hand to steady her. "Relax," he said gently. "I'll explain."
The atmosphere grew heavier as Luffy's expression turned solemn. "What I'm about to tell you is our greatest secret. It's tied to our lives and could make us targets for the entire world. So, I need your absolute trust and discretion."
The gravity of his words made Mansherry tremble. She instinctively shrank back, her tiny frame shivering. Though fear bubbled up within her, her curiosity ultimately won out. She leaned closer, ears perked up to catch every word.
Violet, on the other hand, tightened her grip on Luffy's hands. Her eyes sparkled with determination. "We're family now," she declared. "I'm ready to face anything alongside you. Just tell me what you need, and I'll give it my all."
Her conviction softened the expressions of even Hancock and Hina, who couldn't help but view her in a slightly better light. Luffy, too, was visibly pleased. "Thank you," he said sincerely.
Not to be outdone, Mansherry stepped forward, her small hands trembling as she raised them. "Me too! I-I'll do my best!" she squeaked.
Luffy chuckled, patting her head gently. "That's the spirit."
With the two women ready, Luffy revealed the truth about pure gold. "What we're after is a rare material called pure gold. It's hidden in the New World, inside the stomach of a giant lantern fish."
He paused, letting the information sink in before continuing. "Pure gold has extraordinary properties. It can cure all diseases and grant immortality—eternal youth. You can see why it's so important."
Mansherry's jaw dropped. "Eternal youth…" she whispered, her eyes wide with awe.
Violet, equally stunned, muttered, "Immortality…"
Both women were so shocked they seemed to freeze in place, their expressions comically petrified. Luffy suppressed a laugh, watching their reactions with amusement.
Before he could say anything, Violet suddenly sprang to life. Clenching her fists, her eyes burned with determination. "Pure gold, huh? I'm on fire! Let's find it—now!"
Without waiting for a response, she activated her Glare-Glare Fruit powers. Her eyes glowed as she scanned the ocean below, her gaze piercing through the hull of the warship as though it were made of glass.
Mansherry, emboldened by Violet's enthusiasm, leaped onto her shoulder. "You can do it!" she cheered, stars twinkling in her eyes. Tears welled up as she prepared to use her healing powers to replenish Violet's energy if needed.
Luffy stood frozen, watching the scene in amazement. He had underestimated just how tempting the promise of eternal youth was to women.
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