Suddenly, the scene changed,
Everyone's attention was instantly drawn,
They saw Shirahoshi standing obediently beside King Neptune, like a gentle sheep.
Her face, which was usually smooth like jade, was now flushed with a shy blush, like a ripe apple, making people want to take a bite.
Then they looked at Ryuen, who had just "enjoyed" Shirahoshi's "special treatment."
He was now sprawled on the ground, without any grace, his mouth wide open, desperately breathing in the fresh air, like a fish out of water that had been given new life.
His chest was rising and falling sharply; he clearly hadn't fully recovered from the 'accident' that had just happened.
The others present, after seeing what had just happened, all had slightly embarrassed expressions on their faces. Especially
Neptune and Shirahoshi's three older brothers, they felt even more ashamed.
After all, Shirahoshi's actions just now were too rude. She had rushed forward without regard for anything, almost suffocating their savior to death...
"Shirahoshi! Quickly apologize to Mr. Ryuen. What you did just now was too inappropriate and rude..." Neptune frowned slightly, turned to Shirahoshi with a serious face, and scolded her.
However,
Ryuen, who was sprawled on the ground, quickly waved his hand,
And said with a smile, "It's okay, King Neptune, I'm fine."
As he spoke, he used one hand to support himself, then slowly leaned back, as if trying to make himself more comfortable.
Hearing Ryuen's generous and forgiving words, Shirahoshi felt even more guilty.
She lowered her head, tightly clutching the corners of her clothes with both hands, and whispered with trembling lips:
"Ryuen-sama, I'm really... really sorry~ Shirahoshi... Shirahoshi was just too excited, I didn't pay attention... I accidentally..."
In the end, Shirahoshi, who was extremely shy, spoke softly,
So that the words that followed were almost inaudible.
Ryuen, sitting opposite her, had a smile on his face, and his eyes showed a hint of gentleness and understanding.
He gently waved his hand and comforted her, "It's okay, I understand. It's been so long since we last met. It's normal to have some emotional ups and downs when we reunite. And, I miss Shirahoshi and King Neptune very much..."
Hearing this,
Shirahoshi suddenly raised her head,
Her beautiful eyes sparkling with surprise, and asked in disbelief, "Really?!"
This sudden question,
Like a stone thrown into a calm lake, instantly broke the peaceful atmosphere around them.
Instantly, King Neptune, Fukaboshi, Hoshoshi, and Ryuboshi covered their eyes in shame. They felt that Shirahoshi was too rude today.
Daisy and Sugar exchanged a knowing glance.
Both of them saw the fire of gossip burning in each other's eyes. There was something wrong with this Shirahoshi. Daisy felt even more surprised, because when they first came to Fish-Man Island, Shirahoshi was very timid.
But now, she had completely changed.
Should they go back and tell Nami?... Daisy thought. But judging from the current situation, Ryuen had not yet fallen for Shirahoshi's young tenderness.
"Of... of course, it's true..." Ryuen's tone was slightly stiff.
Just then, Neptune's voice rang out, temporarily saving Ryuen from his embarrassment.
"Um... Mr. Ryuen, Let's talk about how to safely get Shirahoshi out of Fish-Man Island this time! The situation in this vast ocean is becoming increasingly complicated! With our current strength, it is too difficult to protect Shirahoshi..." Neptune said, sighing deeply. In the end, his self-blame was even more evident.
Shirahoshi's three older brothers, who were standing on the side, also showed expressions of self-blame after hearing Neptune's words.
As her father and brothers,
They were unable to protect their loved ones, and this feeling of powerlessness weighed on them like a heavy mountain, making it hard for them to breathe.
Every time they thought of this, they felt very guilty.
However, Shirahoshi's situation was truly too special.
Her innate powerful abilities and mysterious identity – the Sea King – meant that if she were discovered, she would inevitably become a target for many forces in the future.
Faced with such a situation, even if they wanted to do their best to protect Shirahoshi, they would still feel helpless.
"Father..." Shirahoshi's beautiful big eyes were already filled with tears, and she looked at her father with a choked voice and tearful eyes.
Ever since she knew and gradually realized the earth-shattering power she possessed, and learned that she was the legendary Sea King,
Her once peaceful life was like a lake into which a boulder had been thrown, instantly stirring up a thousand waves, and her life had undergone earth-shattering changes.
Especially now that the situation on the sea was becoming increasingly tense,
She had lost the right to freely walk outside.
The ocean world, where she could once swim freely, had now become a distant dream for her.
Even the Ryugu Palace, which symbolized dignity and honor, had become a prison that imprisoned her body and mind, making her feel deeply depressed and helpless.
"King Neptune, please rest assured! Regarding how to take Shirahoshi safely out of here, we already have a brilliant plan. This method is definitely beyond ordinary people's imagination, and others would never guess our intention.
And,
You don't need to worry too much, because once Shirahoshi arrives in the Calm Belt, she will be in a safer and more reliable environment.
You have to know that,
That place is the nest of sea kings,
There, the sea kings can give her all-round, all-seeing protection.
In comparison, staying on Fish-Man Island may be restricted and hindered everywhere." Ryuen spoke with a smile and a calm tone.
At this time, Daisy on the side quickly chimed in:
"That's right, King Neptune.
For this operation, we plan to use Sugar's special ability to turn the lovely Princess Shirahoshi into an inconspicuous toy person.
This way, we can smoothly take Shirahoshi out of Fish-Man Island without anyone knowing.
After we are far away from danger, we can find a way to restore her to her original appearance. In this way, we can ensure that everything is safe."
"Toy person?"
Neptune and the others, as well as Shirahoshi, didn't understand.
"Sugar, show them. Only keep memories of those here and the Sea Kings." Ryuen looked at Sugar, who was still eating blueberries, and said softly.
"Okay~" Sugar nodded obediently.
Then, she slowly walked to Shirahoshi, raised her small hand and gently touched Shirahoshi. In that instant, Shirahoshi was as if a magic had been cast, from a huge being of nearly twelve meters, to a small and exquisite toy person of over one meter!
This scene
Left Neptune and the others stunned, as if they had seen the most incredible thing in the world!
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