When Shalria was dragged in by Robin, Boa Hancock was nearly scared senseless.

This was the very source of her nightmares—back in Mary Geoise, this lofty Celestial Dragon woman had been the one who branded her with the slave mark.

She had forced her to eat the Paramecia-class Mero Mero no Mi (Love-Love Fruit) merely for entertainment and mockery.

Even after escaping Mary Geoise, the shadow of this woman continued to haunt her, making her live in constant fear—terrified someone would discover her slave mark and drag her back to that hell.

Even after learning the truth, understanding that this once-proud Celestial Dragon woman was now nothing more than Naruto Uzumaki's personal slave, the fear hadn't faded completely.

Shalria didn't recognize Boa Hancock at all. To her, back then, Hancock had been nothing more than a disposable toy.

And more than a decade had passed—Boa Hancock was no longer the frightened little girl she once was.

Biting her lip, Hancock looked down with humiliation as Shalria lowered her head and said,

"I... I came under the master's orders to help you bathe..."

Hancock turned to Robin, who smiled back at her.

Robin had known Hancock's true identity for over a decade now. Her intent was clear—she wanted Hancock to face her inner demon and finally break free from it.

Hancock swallowed hard, her beautiful eyes flickering with hesitation as she looked at Shalria.

Fear, hatred, excitement, and confusion stirred in her heart, making her emotions incredibly complex.

But in the end, excitement overcame fear. Slowly, she extended her foot.

Shalria, utterly humiliated, lowered her head and began massaging Hancock's foot. This was something she never imagined she would do.

"Celestial Dragon..."

Two red patches appeared on Hancock's face, and her chest rose and fell with intense emotion.

The sight was breathtaking—whether it was due to the Mero Mero no Mi's charm or Hancock's natural beauty, none could say.

Nami, Robin, and Olvia were all mesmerized by the scene, their faces flushed.

Shalria, however, wasn't paying attention. Her mind was filled only with that foot—her shame and degradation overwhelming her.

Then, remembering that Naruto wasn't present, she suddenly raised her head and screamed:

"You lowly scum! I'm a Celestial Dragon! Let me go right now! Once that guy is caught, all of you are dead!!!"

Startled, Hancock jumped, her face paling instantly.

Olvia was also terrified.

Even though Naruto didn't care about the Celestial Dragons, those who understood the weight their name carried still felt fear.

But Nami and Robin were different—they felt no reverence for the Celestial Dragons at all.

Robin's face darkened as she crossed her arms.

"Dos Fleur: Slap!"

Two pale arms sprouted from Shalria's shoulders and began slapping her across the face.

Smack! Smack! Smack!

In a few blows, her cheeks were red and swollen. Shalria screamed in pain, quickly begging for mercy.

But Robin wasn't done yet.

She activated the curse mark Naruto had entrusted to her, making Shalria convulse in agony within the hot spring.

Only after several minutes did Robin stop and point to Boa Hancock.

"Apologize to the Empress!"

Shalria, already on the brink of collapse, no longer cared about pride or shame. She immediately dropped to her knees before Hancock.

"Lady Empress, I'm sorry! It's my fault, I shouldn't have shouted! Please punish me—anything, I'll accept anything...!"

Hancock's face grew redder, and as she watched this once-feared Celestial Dragon beg before her, the fear in her heart began to fade.

"Then allow me to punish you properly..."

"Nami, Robin, come with me. I'll show you the world beneath the sea..."

Just then—

A flash of golden light shimmered.

Naruto's figure materialized out of thin air, teleporting via his Flying Thunder God mark, appearing right beside Nami and Robin.

Splash!

He fell straight into the hot spring.

Silence.

The blond youth stared blankly at the four women bathing.

Boa Hancock, Nami, Robin, Olvia—all four of them froze, staring wide-eyed at Naruto.

He blinked a few times, then looked from the stunned beauties to the Celestial Dragon slave who had just been "punished."

"You girls... really went wild, huh...?"

The four instantly blushed.

Nami, Robin, and Olvia scrambled to cover themselves with towels.

Only Hancock didn't bother to hide—face bright red, she stepped over Shalria and rushed toward Naruto.

"Thank you... Naruto-sama..."

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A few hours later.

By the edge of the hot spring, Naruto was dressing himself, grinning as he looked at the panting women.

"Nami, Robin, you both need more training."

The two weakest of the group were completely drained—unable to even speak.

Hancock was doing slightly better, though still gasping heavily.

With a flushed face, she whispered, "Naruto-sama... may I have that Celestial Dragon woman?"

During their "activities," Naruto had learned that Shalria had once been Hancock's master.

Feeling both surprised and amused by fate, Naruto nodded without hesitation.

"Sure. I don't need her dragging me down anyway. Go ahead—take revenge for everything she did to you."

Hancock's face lit up with joy.

She turned toward Shalria, her gaze burning.

Shalria trembled in fear.

A while later, once Nami and Robin recovered slightly, Naruto took them into his arms and vanished in a flash of golden light.

Hancock stood watching the spot where Naruto had disappeared, lingering for a long moment.

Finally, she turned toward Shalria.

Her red lips curled into a smile as she licked them slowly.

She stepped forward with her long legs.

"Shalria..."

Outside the bathhouse, Olvia stood guard—her entire face red with embarrassment.

Sabaody Archipelago — 8,000 meters beneath the sea

The colossal form of Sanbi Isobu glided through the current.

Though the depths were pitch-black, they were teeming with terrifying marine life.

Inside Sanbi's mouth, Naruto, Nami, and Robin gazed out at the underwater world.

"Wow! Is that an anglerfish?"

"It's huge! Almost as big as a Sea King..."

The girls were constantly exclaiming in awe.

Though they'd lived with Hancock for years, this was their first time venturing beneath the ocean.

Naruto watched with interest.

"They're massive. Sanbi, want to try a grilled octopus?"

They reached the depths of ten thousand meters. Volcanoes could be seen erupting below, making the water unbearably hot.

Even Sanbi felt the discomfort and accelerated his pace.

Then, they saw it—glimmering light, forming a semi-elliptical dome in the darkness.

It looked beautiful beyond words.

Naruto's lips curled into a smile.

"We've finally arrived—Fishman Island."

(End of Chapter)

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