One Piece: I am the Empress, and the more sycophants I have, the stronger I become.

Shiki the Golden Lion's Float-Float Fruit ability demonstrated an unparalleled advantage during long journeys.

The enormous floating islands moved smoothly through the sea of ​​clouds, ignoring the ever-changing weather along the Grand Line below.

It ascended directly towards the direction indicated by the recording pointer, at an altitude of 10,000 meters.

This ten-day voyage was not simply a matter of traveling.

At Hancock's prompting and under the guidance of the Golden Lion with a somewhat boastful attitude, Arya participated in a routine combat training session.

Faced with the giant waves of shattered rocks that the Golden Lion casually controlled, he finally broke through the bottleneck.

She has fully mastered Observation Haki and even developed a deep resonance with the [Entangle Fruit] ability, no longer simply entangled objects.

Instead, it can initially sense and guide the "force" inside an object, and can even briefly "entwine" its own domineering aura around the enemy's attack, causing its trajectory to deflect slightly.

Although still very immature, it has already shown a hint of awakening, moving towards the more exquisite "power to entwine all things".

Robin made full use of this rare, tranquil high-altitude environment.

She studied day and night the fragments brought out from Oha and the rare books collected by the Nine Serpents.

By combining Hancock's knowledge of "Ancient Languages ​​(Elementary)", new progress has been made in the interpretation of historical texts.

More importantly, under Hancock's conscious guidance and the stimulation of Arya's breakthrough,

She began to try combining Armament Haki with the "Hana Hana no Mi" (Flower Flower Fruit) ability.

Initially, only a very faint aura of dominance was applied to the conjured arm.

But with continued practice, she has been able to consistently apply the hardened color to several arms.

This greatly increases the grappling and attack power of the "Colorful World" series, and also significantly enhances its defensive capabilities.

Hancock saw all of this and was satisfied.

She herself did not slack off, constantly honing her Conqueror's Haki binding techniques through rigorous training in the training ground and real-life practice, steadily advancing her strength to higher levels.

Inside the cabin, Hancock often dozed off, but her powerful Observation Haki always enveloped the entire floating island.

She clearly sensed that beneath Shiki the Golden Lion's seemingly lazy and carefree demeanor lay an ambition as fierce as a volcano about to erupt.

"Hehehe, the little girls served me well! Once we reach the Sky Island, we'll find ancient medical techniques and heal my wounds..."

Shiki sometimes mutters to himself seemingly unconsciously, and when his eyes sweep over Hancock's graceful back, they are filled with undisguised greed and possessiveness.

He was calculating his options rapidly.

Once they obtain ancient medical techniques or medicines that can completely cure the shipwreck and restore their full strength, they will immediately turn the tables and take control.

At that time, what will become of this powerful empress?

It's nothing more than the most beautiful embellishment on Lao Tzu's throne!

The entire Kingdom of Women will become Lao Tzu's harem!

All women, including the archaeologist and female warrior beside her, will grovel at Lao Tzu's feet.

He even pictured himself sitting on the Kuja Throne, with Hancock as his queen, and countless Kuja warriors below him worshipping and awe.

This fantasy thrilled him.

Hancock was fully aware of this, but remained calm and composed.

Ten days later.

The surrounding clouds grew thicker, and the air was filled with a peculiar energy that carried a slightly sweet scent.

After the record pointer spun wildly, it suddenly pointed directly upwards and stopped moving.

"arrive!"

Shiki the Golden Lion suddenly stood up, his eyes gleaming. He controlled the floating island and broke through the last thick cloud wall.

Suddenly, everything became clear!

An endless "ocean" composed of pure white clouds appeared before everyone.

Further away, the outline of a town built of unusual white stone and seashells can be seen.

Angel Island.

Behind Angel Island, a vast land covered with lush primeval forests, indistinguishable from the Qinghai Lake below, floats above the sea of ​​clouds like a divine garden.

Apayado, the real sky island, also known as the "Kingdom of the Gods"!

"This is... the Sky Island!"

Robin's eyes gleamed with a thirst for knowledge as he took a deep breath of the unique air.

Arya gripped her longbow tightly, warily scanning this unfamiliar territory.

Little Blue and Little Green were also awestruck by the magnificent sight, but they still dutifully stood behind Shiki.

Miss Valentine was so excited she almost floated away, but Shiki glared at her and she quickly regained control of her powers.

Shiki the Golden Lion looked at the vibrant Apayado, and especially felt the meaning within it.

Unlike the ancient atmosphere of Qinghai, the smile on his face became increasingly ferocious and expectant.

"Ancient medical techniques... Lao Tzu's chance for recovery lies there! Hehehehe!!"

He could almost see himself reigning over Nine Serpents, embracing the proud empress in his arms.

Hancock stood on the edge of the floating island, her scarlet dress fluttering in the strong winds high above.

She looked down at the land that would soon become her new hunting ground, her beautiful face expressionless.

Only a cold, all-knowing smile flickered deep in his eyes.

Trying to turn the tables?

Senior Golden Lion, I'm afraid you... won't have the appetite to digest it.