Chapter 371 - 210

Chapter 210: Intimacy Before Dawn: Luffy's Farewell Night!"Speaking of which, the time you agreed upon is almost here, isn't it!"Rayleigh set down his wine glass, his gaze cast toward the waves in the distance, dyed red by the setting sun.Luffy sat cross-legged on the beach, turning his head at the words; the smile beneath his straw hatwas softer than usual:"That's right, three more days!" He pressed down on his straw hat, his eyes drifting toward the horizon, where he could almost see the sails of the sunny thousands of miles away."It's only been three months since we parted... and I'm already missing them endlessly!!"These three months of training days were compressed in his memory into a brief yet heavy stroke.Yet those familiar voices transmitted through the den den mushi in the dead of night... Usopp's exaggerated adventure stories, Chopper's sweet concern, Franky's "super" cheers, and Brook's bone-chilling jokes,wove themselves into an invisible net, binding him tightly to every one of his crewmates, becoming what Rayleigh called "eternal bonds."Of course, there were also them.Thinking of Nami's roar during their last call that almost shattered the den den mushi: "Luffy! If you don't come back soon, the log pose is going to get angry!", Luffy couldn't help but scratch his cheek.The longing in that voice had almost solidified; if he dragged it out any longer, the Navigator's resentment would likely summon a storm.And Robin... her voice was as calm as a lake in the afternoon.But suddenly, before Luffy's eyes, the memory of their parting at Baltigo surfaced—she had kissed him seven times in a row without a word... warm, swift, and each time more forceful than the last.That always reserved and intellectual Archaeologist had used this way to carve her unspoken attachment into his memory."Then Luffy, you should set off tomorrow."Rayleigh's voice pulled him back to his thoughts."Shakky is waiting for you at Sabaody, she says there's something important.""Hmm?"Luffy paused.The next second, he immediately felt the pair of jade arms wrapped around his own tighten abruptly.Hancock was snuggled beside him; her body, which had been leaning softly against him, instantly stiffened.She didn't make a sound, even holding her breath, just burying her face deeper into the hollow of his shoulder, as if wanting to hide herself in his shadow.The Empress's usual proud and imposing demeanor was shattered completely at this moment, with only the slight trembling of her fingertips revealing her emotions.Luffy looked down at her long hair, spread out like black satin, and suddenly grinned."Yeah, alright!"He readily agreed, his voice clear, "Then we'll set off tomorrow!"As he spoke, he gently withdrew his arm from the valley between Hancock's breasts, then turned to pull her onto his sturdy shoulder with his large, strong hand, circling her entire soft body into his embrace.Hancock let out a soft hum, leaning against his chest, her orchid-like scent wrapping around him in wisps."Hancock," Luffy called out, lifting her pointed, delicate chin with his index finger.Those beautiful eyes, usually filled with pride, were now glistening with water, her eyes slightly red, her lips trembling as if wanting to say something.But Luffy didn't give her the chance... he lowered his head and accurately kissed that crimson red so close at hand."Mmm..."Hancock let out a short whimper from her nose, then closed her eyes, her eyelashes fluttering like butterfly wings.She responded to the kiss skillfully and passionately, wrapping her arms around Luffy's neck, her fingertips unconsciously clutching the fabric behind his back.All the worry, reluctance, and jealousy melted into honey-like softness in the warmth of their tangled lips.The world shrank to the distance of their breaths, the sound of the tide in his ears faded away, leaving only the sound of their heartbeats like drums.Not far away, the others tacitly turned their faces away.Sanji lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, his gaze toward the sea somewhat dazed.After a long time, he slowly exhaled a smoke ring, muttering in a voice that was almost inaudible:"You rubber idiot, you're getting lucky..."But the corners of his mouth eventually lifted.Before the setting sun completely sank below the horizon, it painted the last touch of golden light onto the two embracing figures.Their shadows stretched long on the beach, so long that they seemed to be able to touch the dawn of their departure tomorrow.Amazon Lily · Empress's bedchamber!Luffy lay on the large pink bed, unable to help but start pondering.So many things had happened in these three months: snatching Yamato at Onigashima, searching for the Devil Fruit at Sleepy Town, abducting Uta from the Music Island... he had even grown from an inexperienced boy into a man who could stand tall!Opening his eyes, Luffy sat up from the bed and stretched vigorously."Finally, finally I'm going to see them!"Before his words fell, a soft creaking sound came from his side.Luffy turned his head abruptly, his gaze colliding with a mist of steam.The carved wooden door of the bathroom was gently pushed open, and Hancock was walking out slowly.Her jet-black long hair was draped wet over her shoulders, water droplets rolling down from the tips of her hair, sliding over her swan-like graceful neck, and disappearing into the white bath towel that could barely wrap around her body.The towel was already thin; how could it hide her figure, which was explosive to the extreme?Her voluptuous curves were faintly visible under the fabric, and with every step she took, it seemed to carry an invisible charm.Her stunningly beautiful face was flushed with a faint rosy hue after the bath,her phoenix eyes, which usually carried a bit of pride and majesty, were now soaked in steam, soft and charming like a pool of spring water; as her gaze flowed, it was enough to make everything in the world fall for her.Her fair skin was steamed white-red by the heat, translucent and moist as if it could be pinched to produce water with a single touch.Luffy looked at her, his breathing suddenly stalling.It was as if a flame had sprung up from the bottom of his heart without warning.An intense, unprecedented urge surged forward, tyrannically breaking through all the shackles of reason, impossible to suppress.He didn't even have time to think; Hancock had already stepped on the soft carpet, gracefully walking to the bedside with her slender jade feet.She leaned over slightly, the fragrance from her hair mixed with the clear, cool scent after her bath rushing toward him, brushing past the tip of Luffy's nose.The next second, the bath towel slipped from her shoulder, falling silently to the ground.The Moonlight shone through the window gauze, gently flowing over her flawless jade body, outlining a beauty that was breathtaking.Hancock's cheeks became even redder, her long eyelashes trembling gently; in those phoenix eyes filled with spring water, shyness and extreme allure were intertwined, like a dense net, trapping Luffy firmly."Am I... beautiful?"The soft, sweet words had just spilled from her lips, the tail end of the sound not even dissipated yet.Luffy had already raised his hand abruptly, clasping the back of her neck, and leaned down to kiss her fiercely.His movements were forceful and swift, carrying the burning heat and recklessness unique to a young man, prying open her lips and teeth, tangling deeply.The burning kiss was lingering and affectionate, Hancock's soft moans swallowed between their lips and teeth,she subconsciously wrapped her arms around his neck, her body softening slightly, the shyness in her eyes gradually being drowned by the tide of passion,in the midst of infatuation, her fingertips had already tightly clutched his clothes.Luffy took the opportunity to press her onto the soft quilt, the gauze curtains hanging low, swaying slightly in the evening breeze, hiding the room's amorous scenery into the quiet night of Amazon Lily.Who knows how much time passed.The clouds cleared and the rain stopped, but the amorous atmosphere in the bedchamber remained thick and inseparable.Hancock was covered in sweat, lying softly and powerlessly on Luffy's broad, warm chest, her jet-black hair sticking to her sweat-dampened forehead and the side of her neck, making her skin look even whiter than snow.On her flawless jade body, red marks of varying depths remained, proof of their recent intimacy.She closed her eyes slightly, her long eyelashes trembling like butterfly wings, her face flushed with a satisfied, rosy glow, even her breathing carrying a lazy, slight panting.Luffy looked down, watching the stunning face of the person in his arms, her eyes filled with spring, his fingertips gently brushing her delicate cheek, a huge sense of satisfaction surging from the bottom of his heart, spreading through every limb and bone.He tightened his arms, pulling her closer into his embrace, his voice softer than ever before:"Alright, you're exhausted, aren't you? Sleep.""Not sleeping."Hancock opened her eyes abruptly, those phoenix eyes glistening with spring water holding a trace of childish stubbornness.She raised her hand, her fingertips gently tapping on Luffy's chin, her tone full of reluctance,"You're leaving early tomorrow morning."Luffy heard this and couldn't help but chuckle out loud, reaching out to pinch her flushed cheek, somewhat amused: "It's not like we won't be able to meet again!""No."Hancock was unyielding; she propped herself up, her beautiful eyes flashing with a stubborn and charming light,"I want to have a wild night with you."Before her words fell, she suddenly raised her hand, grabbing Luffy's large hand resting by his side, twisting her waist slightly, and actually flipped over to pin him beneath her.Her messy hair fell down, brushing against Luffy's cheek, carrying a faint, sweet fragrance.Hancock leaned over slightly, her stunning face close at hand, the corners of her mouth curling into a charming smile capable of toppling all living things, her tone carrying a coquettishness that brooked no refusal:"This time, you are not allowed to move!"Before Luffy could respond, his lips were blocked by her descending kiss.Soon, Hancock's somewhat indulgent, seductive sounds drifted from the bedchamber again, intertwining with the rising sea breeze outside the window, drifting over the dawn of Amazon Lily.