Chapter 40
"Big Bro Arlong is really amazing!"
Afterward, Robin wore an enchanting smile.
Now she felt like a complete woman.
"So-so—world's third."
Arlong wasn't modest at all. "Soon I'll be number one."
"Mmm."
Robin nodded, fully believing him.
Eyes curved in a smile, she pressed tightly against his solid chest.
Losing one's first time always brought insecurity.
Seeing her tired, Arlong said no more—just gently patted her back.
"Having Big Bro Arlong protect me feels so good."
Robin soon fell asleep—completely unguarded.
Since the bounty at age eight, she hadn't slept soundly once.
Listening to her steady breathing, Arlong's lips curved upward.
"System, open the chest."
[Host (#／.＼#), you're not in the middle of something, right?]
"Cut the crap—hurry up!"
System: (??◣ω◢)??
[Ding! Congratulations! Obtained 100 million berries.] [Congratulations! Obtained Bomb-Bomb Fruit.]
Nico Robin's panel:
Beauty: Nico Robin (Devil Child, Flower-Flower Fruit User) Skills: Archaeology, Drawing, Ear Bloom, Twist Bloom, Foot Bloom, Dazzle, Rotating Flower, Face Bloom, Soft Spider Net, Single-Wheel Flower and extensions… Weapon: None Affection: 85
…
The wedding banquet had started, but Arlong was nowhere.
Nojiko grew anxious—Arlong said he'd come when it began.
Nami shrugged. "Ignore him. Probably cuddling some woman asleep. ￣へ￣"
Right after she spoke, Arlong's voice sounded behind her.
"Little cat burglar, badmouthing me now?"
Nami: へ(;′Д｀へ)
Nojiko excitedly stood—then saw the beauty beside Arlong.
She stopped, sizing her up—suddenly feeling inferior.
Prettier, better figure.
Nami's expression: told you so.
Vivi and Mikita's pupils shrank (°Д°). They exclaimed together, "Miss All Sunday!"
"Long time no see, Miss Valentine and Miss Wednesday."
Nico Robin greeted with a smile.
"Vivi, she's from your organization?"
Nami whispered, seeing Vivi pale.
"I'm Nico Robin—former Baroque Works vice president. Now, like you all, Big Bro Arlong's woman."
Robin introduced herself openly.
As she spoke, a hand sprouted on everyone's table.
Everyone jumped.
"Sorry for startling you."
Robin apologized. "I'm a Flower-Flower Fruit user."
"Hehe~"
Nami's scalp tingled, but she forced a smile and shook the hand. "Welcome! I'm the navigator, Nami."
Inwardly: Big Bro Arlong is terrifying—tamed even the vice president.
Even without helping Vivi, she'd probably come begging.
That's a Warlord!
With Nami leading, the others shook hands and introduced themselves.
Vivi was reluctant—face guarded.
Robin was partly behind Alabasta's chaos.
Nefertari Vivi Affection -5
Hearing the notification surprised Arlong.
He wasn't angry—actually a bit excited. Mentally:
"Damn system, if affection goes back up, more rewards?"
Unlimited chest farming?
[Ding! Congratulations! Obtained 100 million berries.]
Arlong: ???
"Damn system, what's with the money?"
[Reward for discovering system loophole.]
Arlong: (#`n′)
Felt like missing a billion.
But got a hundred million—not total loss.
Seeing Vivi's unwelcoming look, Robin wasn't upset.
She smiled. "Princess, if I hadn't leaked your trail on purpose, could you have found Baroque's boss?"
"Without joining Baroque, would you have met Big Bro Arlong? Had a chance to save Alabasta?"
Vivi listened, confused—you're making yourself sound like the good guy?
Arlong, done claiming rewards, interjected. "Robin has always been my woman."
He didn't want harem drama.
Robin smiled—wouldn't contradict.
Vivi realized: Robin was Arlong's plant in Baroque.
That explained the intel—she thought Mikita.
Misunderstanding cleared—atmosphere warm.
Nefertari Vivi Affection +5
Then, best man Bartolomeo brought the newlyweds for toasts.
Bride in suit, groom in dress.
Recalling diamond Barbie manhandling chick—Arlong burst out laughing.
"Skwahahaha~"
He doubted Mr. 9 could handle his bride's roughness.
"Lord Arlong, thank you for attending despite your busy schedule…"
Mr. 9 gave a long thankful speech.
When finished, Arlong produced the Bomb-Bomb Fruit.
"Came in a rush—no proper gift. This fruit as congratulations."
Not free, of course.
Whiskey Peak's strategic location—and buy loyalty. Show the world: follow Arlong, eat well.
"Lord Arlong attending is… Devil Fruit!"
Mr. 9 meant pleasantries—but eyes bulged at the fruit 0ДQ.
Miss Monday too—couldn't believe his generosity.
Fruit alone worth billions—plus potential.
Women who'd eaten fruits weren't fazed.
Nojiko trusted—if suitable for Nami, Arlong wouldn't give it away.
Only Nami inwardly raged—but hid it.
Mentally noted the debt on Bartolomeo.
Boss paying for subordinate—fair!
Bartolomeo was touched—Big Bro Arlong worried about him and his men, boosting strength for peace of mind.
Arlong: Brain supplement is deadly!
"Achoo!"
Bartolomeo sneezed—snapped back. Seeing Mr. 9 frozen, he punched him.
"Stunned? Thank Big Bro Arlong!"
"Thank you, Lord Arlong."
Mr. 9 knelt, reverently accepting the fruit.
No more fear!
Bartolomeo raised his glass. "Everyone, toast Big Bro Arlong's gift!"
"Thank you, Lord Arlong!"
Cheers erupted.
With such a generous boss-of-bosses—bright future!
Everyone reveled—except Robin, whose expression turned odd.
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