After reclaiming his throne, King Riku made a bold declaration. He publicly acknowledged Rebecca as a member of the royal family, officially reinstating her identity as a princess. However, because her mother had been removed from the throne years ago, Rebecca no longer held any rights to inherit the crown.
As one of King Riku's only two daughters, the line of succession naturally fell to Violet. This announcement, though significant, was not made solely for the sake of protocol. There were deeper reasons behind the decision to publicly declare Violet as the successor. among them was Luffy.
During the days spent rebuilding Dressrosa, King Riku had come to observe Luffy closely. He noticed the bonds Luffy had formed with those around him, especially Violet. Though the young Marine seemed carefree and unassuming, King Riku understood his potential as a powerful ally. In the years since Doflamingo's tyrannical rule, King Riku had come to one sobering realization: strength was essential. Without it, a kingdom was vulnerable to the ambitions of people like Doflamingo.
King Riku couldn't risk letting his people suffer again. To secure Dressrosa's future, he needed someone strong—someone capable of standing against the world's greatest threats. Luffy was that person. He wasn't just a Vice Admiral; he was a man who had taken down Jack the Drought and wounded Kaido, one of the Four Emperors. With the backing of legends like Garp, Sengoku, and Tsuru, Luffy's power and influence were undeniable.
What made the situation even more fortuitous was Violet's apparent affection for Luffy. King Riku wasn't blind to their budding relationship. He had seen the way Violet lingered near Luffy, Their connection was clear to anyone with eyes, and King Riku decided to subtly encourage it for the good of his kingdom.
A few days later, Luffy found Violet in the camp. She had exchanged her Marine cloak for a dark purple dress befitting her royal status. She was playing with a group of children, laughing as she handed out small trinkets to brighten their day. Seeing her in such a carefree moment, Luffy hesitated before approaching. Finally, he called out.
"Plum, Sengoku just gave me orders. I need to leave for Wano Country immediately. I wanted to let you know before I head out."
Violet looked up, her smile faltering for a moment. She gently coaxed the children to play elsewhere before walking over to him. Her hands nervously adjusted her hair as she spoke softly. "I knew you'd have to leave soon. I've already said my goodbyes—to my father, to Rebecca, and even to Kyros."
She hesitated, then added shyly, "If you're leaving, I want to come with you."
Luffy's usual carefree grin softened into something warmer. He extended his arm toward her. "Alright, let's go."
Blushing, Violet looped her arm through his, letting herself be led.
As they walked through the streets toward The Stormbreaker, residents of Dressrosa began to gather, cheering and offering their blessings. The crowd, having long observed the growing closeness between their princess and the Marine, erupted into celebration.
"Your Highness Violet, good luck! We're rooting for you!" someone shouted.
"Take care of Violet-sama, Luffy-sama! Make sure she's happy!" another added.
A younger girl chimed in with a laugh, "I wish I could have a romance with Luffy-sama too!"
Violet flushed under the attention, but the open, celebratory atmosphere of Dressrosa made it easier to smile and wave back at the citizens. Luffy played along, waving at the crowd and occasionally thanking them for their kind words.
The energy of the crowd grew louder as they approached The Stormbreaker. Violet, though initially shy, quickly adapted to the attention, her confidence buoyed by the support of her people. As they neared the ship, she leaned toward Luffy and whispered, "They're really excited for us."
Luffy chuckled, his eyes scanning the sea of smiling faces. "They've been through a lot. It's nice to see them happy for a change."
Meanwhile, on The Stormbreaker, Hancock watched the scene from a window, her usual regal composure replaced by barely contained jealousy. Her favorite handkerchief was balled in her fist as she bit down on it, veins visible on her forehead.
"That woman is far too arrogant!" she fumed. "Next time I return to Amazon Lily, I'll walk hand-in-hand with Luffy and receive the blessings of all my people too!"
Hina, sitting nearby with the tiny Mansherry in her lap, smirked at Hancock's outburst. "Amazon Lily doesn't exactly have the population for that kind of spectacle, does it?" she quipped. "Even if you gathered everyone, Hina doubt it'd look half as grand."
Hancock spun around, her aura darkening. "Who are you calling small, you insolent old hag?! Amazon Lily is a world-class power, far beyond the comprehension of someone like you!"
Hina raised an eyebrow, calmly setting Mansherry down before standing to her full height. "Old hag? That's rich coming from someone so conceited. I've been putting up with your nonsense for too long. Let's settle this right now!"
With that, Hina extended an iron rod from her palm, coating it in Armament Haki as she squared off against Hancock. The two clashed, their combat shaking the ship's deck as other crew members hurried to get out of their way. Koala, cradling Mansherry in her arms, sighed dramatically. "Can't they ever get along?" she muttered.
Outside, Luffy and Violet finally arrived at The Stormbreaker. Waiting near the gangplank was Gion, her arms crossed and an amused smile playing on her lips. "Heading out already?" she asked. "Don't forget about your big sister when you're off having adventures."
Luffy grinned. "If you don't want to be left behind, you could always come along. I'm sure Sengoku wouldn't mind."
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