Approaching Dressrosa - Grand line Harem: My Rewards Are Devil Fruits!

"Fufufufu~ Violet. Any sightings?" Doflamingo asked, hands in his pockets, swaggering over with his distinctive stride. Though Dressrosa had been calm these past few days, the lack of news about Leo kept him perpetually uneasy.

"Not yet. You're worrying too much," Violet replied without turning her head, her face expressionless. Leo had just entered the New World; he probably didn't even know they existed. He wouldn't come to Dressrosa anytime soon. That's what Violet told herself.

As her words faded, Doflamingo's strange laugh sounded behind her again. "Fufufufu... Violet, I am your Young Master now. Mind your tone. If you truly don't understand respect, I wouldn't mind our relationship... progressing a step further." His sunglasses reflected Violet's slender, purple-clad figure. A wicked, alluring smile played on his lips. He wouldn't discard Violet's useful ability, but he could punish her in other ways. With King Riku in his control, he wasn't afraid she'd disobey.

Hearing this, Violet's pupils constricted sharply, and her delicate frame trembled slightly. "Young Master, I spoke out of turn just now," she quickly said, lowering her head in a show of submission.

"Hmph. Keep watching. Notify me immediately if you find anything." Seeing Violet's face begin to pale, Doflamingo's grin widened into one of satisfaction. Pity he was too preoccupied with the Leo situation to be in the mood, otherwise... today might have been the day. He turned and left.Chapter 121: Approaching Dressrosa

15 Dec 2025

Hearing this, Violet's pupils constricted sharply, and her delicate frame trembled slightly. "Young Master, I spoke out of turn just now," she quickly said, lowering her head in a show of submission.

After he was gone, Violet clenched her delicate fists, gritting her teeth. Staring at the city forever bathed in sunlight, her heart felt no warmth at all. Over the years, because of her father, Doflamingo had trusted her, often giving her important tasks. But gradually, Violet sensed that Doflamingo was no longer satisfied with a simple superior-subordinate relationship. Just now, he'd openly revealed his intentions. Thinking of his ruthless methods filled her with sorrow and despair. Was there really no way out?

Her confused, lost eyes instinctively glanced toward the distant sea. However, the next second...

"Hmm?!" Violet made a sound of surprise, refocusing her emotions and looking carefully.

On the sea dozens of miles from the harbor, two ships were sailing toward Dressrosa.

"It's not Leo," Violet muttered, disappointed, after seeing the pirates on the deck clearly. Right now, besides Leo, she had no interest in anyone else.

Losing interest, she shifted her gaze and activated her Devil Fruit power again, observing further out. And just then, her eyes suddenly lit up. She rubbed her eyes, and when she saw the person on the ship clearly, her hazel-brown eyes grew even brighter.

At the same time. Hundreds of kilometers from Dressrosa, mid-air.

The ship was flying at high speed. After leaving Whole Cake Island, Leo hadn't delayed a minute, hurrying toward Dressrosa.

"I've heard Dressrosa is a famous resort island. I'm really looking forward to it," said Reiju, newly favored, snuggled in Leo's arms, a happy smile on her face. For the first time in so many years, she genuinely felt cherished. Having joined the Leo Pirates only a few days ago, Leo had generously given her the Paramecia Poison-Poison Fruit. She was somewhat overwhelmed by the favor. This warmth was something she'd never felt in over twenty years with the Vinsmoke family. The only downside was... she was still quite sore.

"Captain, are you planning to move against Doflamingo?" asked Stussy beside them, eyes closed, pleasantly enjoying the sea breeze.

"Correct. There are several beautiful women in the Donquixote Family. I'll be recruiting them," Leo said with a slight smile. "Besides, Dressrosa will be our new base from now on."

Violet, Rebecca, Sugar, Monet, Baby 5!

Five beauties at once. He'd never fought such a wealthy battle before!

"In a moment, Doflamingo will be..."

"Hmm?!" Leo's words were cut off as he suddenly frowned.

"That is..."

In his Observation Haki perception, he also detected the two pirate ships Violet had seen. When Leo clearly saw a certain person on the leading small boat, a cruel arc curled at the corner of his mouth.

The next second, the Ark Maxim shot forward with a sonic boom.

Meanwhile. On the seas off Dressrosa.

A small wooden boat was being pursued by a larger pirate ship behind it. On the pirate ship, a flag fluttered loudly. Anyone familiar would recognize it—the flag of the Silver Pirate Alliance.

At the center of the deck, a tall man wearing a red headband and a blue vest was surrounded by underlings. He was Bilu, leader of the Silver Pirate Alliance. A user of the Paramecia Smelt-Smelt Fruit, dubbed "The Furnace Man." He could consume ore to refine metal. Bilu and his crew were based on Silver Island, working part-time as bounty hunters. His main business, however, was providing large quantities of high-purity silver to the famous "Gold Emperor," Tesoro.

Gold Emperor Tesoro.

Owner of the world's largest entertainment city, Gran Tesoro.

A business genius second to none.

His name carried influence no less than that of an Emperor. He was another entity that could make the seas tremble.

After seizing the Paramecia Gold-Gold Fruit from Doflamingo, Tesoro's life had taken off. In just eleven years, he went from a penniless slave to the world's richest man, building a vast gold empire and controlling 20% of the world's Berries. Single-handedly, he achieved influence in both the underworld and legitimate society, his power spanning the globe. His wealth was so vast he could even mobilize World Government forces. True sky-reaching wealth!

The reason Bilu was relentlessly pursuing the people ahead was to curry favor with Tesoro.

"You can't escape!"

"Hahaha! Brat, when I catch you, you'll see my methods!"

"Daring to cause trouble in the Gold Emperor's territory? You don't want to live!"

"Speed up! They're running out of steam!"

The members of the Silver Pirate Alliance wore ferocious expressions. Leader Bilu crossed his arms, a mocking look in his eyes. If he could capture these two little mice and somehow please the Gold Emperor, he could rise straight to the top!

In contrast, the two people on the small wooden boat were having a miserable time.

"Cough, cough..."

On the boat, Kin'emon, with his black topknot and goatee, dressed in traditional samurai attire, coughed up two more mouthfuls of blood, his aura weakening further. Watching the large ship gradually close in and the trembling Lord Momonosuke beside him, his heart burned with anxiety. He cursed his rotten luck.

Several days ago, he, Kanjuro, Raizo, and Lord Momonosuke had finally managed to leave Wano. They'd then accidentally encountered a storm at sea, and Raizo was lost. After a life-and-death struggle, the three survivors escaped. After discussion, they decided to search for Raizo first before making other plans.

Just as they were about to set off, an enormous, golden ship appeared before them—a luxury beyond description. Even in the darkness, it shone brightly like a pearl. Their eyes were instantly captivated. The opulence was something they had never seen in their lives.

Kin'emon, wanting to avoid trouble, suggested leaving quickly to search for Raizo. Kanjuro naturally had no objection—he was a mole, following Momonosuke only to locate Zou and report back to Wano.

However, Momonosuke seemed entranced, insisting on going aboard to see. Unable to persuade him, Kin'emon and Kanjuro reluctantly agreed.

As their small boat approached the golden ship, several scantily clad, sexy women appeared. Every gesture exuded allure. To nobles and merchants, they might be considered low-class, but to Momonosuke, they were peerless beauties. He stood transfixed, staring dumbly at the alluring women. In that moment, Momonosuke finally understood. He realized why his father, Kozuki Oden, had insisted on opening Wano's borders and going to sea despite all dissuasion. Because only by going to sea could one enjoy such pleasures!

"Lord Momonosuke, Lord Momonosuke..." Kin'emon shook him, calling softly.

Momonosuke, snapped out of his daze, quickly wiped the drool from his mouth and with difficulty looked away. The next second, his eyes lit up as if enlightened. "Kin'emon, Kanjuro, we don't know where Raizo is anyway. This place is a mix of all sorts. Why don't we gather information about Zou's location here first? We might discover some clues!"

After a moment's thought, Kin'emon and Kanjuro nodded simultaneously. Momonosuke was overjoyed and eagerly led them aboard.

But the moment they stepped through the gate, golden dust was sprinkled over them. Their nightmare had begun.

"Kin'emon... Kanjuro was captured. What do we do now?!" Momonosuke whimpered, crouching like a helpless child. Shortly after entering the city, they fell into Tesoro's trap. Kanjuro was captured, and Kin'emon fought desperately to escape with Momonosuke. Soon after, Bilu led his men out of the city in frantic pursuit, which continued until now.

"We can't be caught! We must go back and save Kanjuro!" Kin'emon, full of brotherly loyalty, pushed himself to the limit, his arms a blur. But he was severely wounded and couldn't shake off the pursuit. In his current state, saving Kanjuro was impossible; surviving was question enough!

"Damn it! Are we really going to die here?" Kin'emon's face grew more ferocious, his despair deepening. He could die, but Lord Momonosuke carried the hopes of all Wano. He absolutely could not die here!

"Hahaha! Men, this guy can't hold on much longer! Speed up and catch him!" Bilu sneered, cracking his knuckles, ready to make a move. The samurai was skilled, but now he was running on fumes.

"Hahaha! Don't worry, Boss! Watch me ram him!" shouted Peseta, a subordinate with two cannons on his back, a bully relying on his master's power glint in his eyes.

However, just as the ship accelerated and everyone thought victory was assured...

"What's that?!" Bilu suddenly looked up at the sky, a bright light reflecting in his pupils.

The next second.

BOOM! CRACKLE!

Silver-white lightning bolts descended from the heavens without warning, striking Bilu's pirate ship with pinpoint accuracy, throwing everyone into disarray.

"Ah! Bastard!"

"Who is it?!"

"Captain, save me!"

"Damn it! Who fights so dishonorably?!"

The Silver Pirate Alliance members were engulfed in a sea of lightning, letting out waves of miserable screams.

"Nani?!" Kin'emon and Momonosuke instinctively turned to look, both frozen in place. What was happening?

As the lightning slowly subsided, all they saw were charred, blackened ship fragments. Bilu and his crew had all been turned to charcoal, falling into the sea.

"Kin'emon, this..." Momonosuke's mouth hung open, stunned. He couldn't explain what he'd just seen with his limited understanding. Was heaven taking pity? Was he destined to survive? It must be so!

"Thank goodness!" Kin'emon let out a huge sigh of relief. "Lord Momonosuke, we must find help to save Kanjuro immediately!"

Just as Kin'emon prepared to leave, a massive airship approached from the distance.

"You... you..." The Ark Maxim was so fast that Kin'emon and Momonosuke didn't even have time to react before it was upon them.

"Leo! You're Leo?!" Kin'emon suddenly shouted after a brief moment of shock. Though Wano practiced isolation, news still trickled in. Recently, the outside world had been flooded with news about Leo. He'd seen it late, but he recognized him.

"So many pretty sisters..." Momonosuke was completely paralyzed, staring blankly at the group of beautiful women. A lecherous, pig-like expression gradually spread across his face.

Leo also looked with interest at the two familiar figures before him.

"Foxfire" Kin'emon. One of Kozuki Oden's retainers, one of the Nine Red Scabbards. User of the Paramecia Attire-Attire Fruit, a two-sword style samurai.

Leo glanced at him briefly before shifting his gaze to the little pervert beside him.

Momonosuke. Heir to the Kozuki Family, son of Kozuki Oden. Holder of such elegant titles as "Horny Brat" and "Little Lecher."

At this moment, Momonosuke had completely ignored Leo's existence. His eyes were glued to Hancock, Stussy, Reiju, Nami, and the other beauties, his throat bobbing visibly. The sound of swallowed saliva was faintly audible. Two streams of nosebleed flowed from his nostrils.

Momonosuke had thought the women he saw in Gran Tesoro were beautiful enough. But compared to these women before him, they were like withered vegetables. Though Nami, Hancock, and the others, following Leo's orders, never wore revealing clothes when out, their proud figures and peerless beauty couldn't be hidden. Just seeing this much made Momonosuke feel drunk. His lips grew even drier.

Watching the lewd smile gradually spreading on Momonosuke's face, Leo's gaze turned icy cold. Just like in the original story.

Kin'emon bowed deeply to Leo. The lightning was Leo's signature ability.

"What are you doing here?" Leo asked, puzzled. Running into Kin'emon at Dressrosa was indeed strange.

Kin'emon hesitated for a moment, then ultimately truthfully recounted what had happened.

"The Gold Emperor?" Leo frowned slightly. If he remembered correctly, the Gold Emperor's subordinates also included a couple of beautiful women. One was Bakkin, user of the Paramecia Lucky-Lucky Fruit. The other was Carina, the songstress, Nami's long-lost good sister.

"So, you know the Gold Emperor's location?" Leo asked after a moment.