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

He easily crushed the Kid Pirates, not only forcing the arrogant red-haired kid to retreat, but also unexpectedly recruiting his vice-captain Killer as an "elite sycophant".

Infatuation level: 35/100.

This isn't just for the system reward; I can just wave my hand and do it later.

All the great generals and emperors followed him.

Hancock felt more relaxed than ever before.

On the way back to the palace, she was like a moving source of allure.

Wherever they went, the residents and warriors of Snake Island were instantly captivated, their eyes burning with fervor.

"Lady Snake Princess! You are our honor!"

"That's incredible! That arrogant outsider was utterly no match for him!"

"Please let me follow you forever!"

A wave of enthusiastic praise surged forth. Hancock maintained her aloof empress demeanor on the surface, but inside she was overjoyed.

She enjoyed the feeling of being the center of attention, but what pleased her even more was the continuous system notifications in her mind.

"Ding! Mia, the warrior of the Nine Serpent Kingdom, has seen her admiration for the host surge, reaching the standard of [Beginner Simp] (Infatuation Value 25/100), Simp Energy +5..."

"Ding! Villager Aria, having witnessed the host's heroic figure, has developed a strong infatuation, reaching the standard of [Beginner Simp] (Infatuation Value 22/100), Simp Energy +5..."

These energies flowed into her body like a gentle stream, which she could clearly feel.

His own domineering cultivation speed seemed to have increased slightly!

Back in her luxurious yet somewhat empty bedroom, Hancock dismissed everyone around her and stood alone in front of the enormous floor-to-ceiling mirror.

The woman in the mirror had an unparalleled beauty, snow-white skin and jade-like bones, and a figure with curves so perfect that it resembled the most outstanding work of the Creator.

Through Rayleigh's tempering and his own arduous training, this body gained an even more restrained heroic spirit and a sense of power.

With a glance, she exudes natural charm and an innate air of authority.

She gently stroked her cheek, feeling the delicate, jade-like touch on her fingertips, and couldn't help but feel a little intoxicated.

"This body of mine... is indeed a scourge to the nation and its people."

She exclaimed from the bottom of her heart that this beauty transcended gender; it was a beauty so stunning that it could make the world pale in comparison.

Looking at the slightly flushed cheeks and dreamy eyes of the person in the mirror.

Even she herself sometimes gets distracted and almost bewitched by herself.

However, this immersion was quickly overshadowed by a complex sense of reality.

She walked to the window and looked down at the tranquil Nine-She Island in the night.

The island was dotted with lights, and almost every single light could represent a woman who admired or even adored her.

Everywhere you look, there are beautiful women.

"If I had seen this scene in my past life, I would probably be laughing my head off right now."

Hancock sighed softly, her tone tinged with self-mockery and an indescribable sense of desolation.

"Unfortunately... I am a woman now."

This fact, like a tiny thorn, constantly reminded her of the dramatic change in her identity.

She felt a little secretly pleased as she faced the pure admiring gazes of the women on the island.

But more than anything, it feels like a barrier and alienation.

The male-centric beliefs and orientations she retains deep within her soul prevent her from truly integrating into and responding to these feelings, sometimes even causing her to feel a sense of awkwardness and disorientation.

Even more heartbreaking, she clearly remembered what lay beneath that flawless, smooth back.

Hidden within is the ugly mark of a Celestial Dragon slave, a symbol of endless humiliation.

Hooves of the Flying Dragon!

Every time you shower or change clothes, your fingertips inadvertently touch that area of ​​skin.

Any of these things would instantly plunge her mood to rock bottom.

This is the deepest nightmare of the original owner, Boa Hancock, and also a stain and fatal hidden danger that she, as a transmigrator, cannot ignore.

Once exposed, her imperial authority and the peace of Amazon Lily could collapse in an instant.

"Beauty, admirers... these external luxuries can never fill the emptiness in one's heart, nor can they truly cover up the scars of the past."

Hancock clenched her fists so tightly that her nails almost dug into her palms.

"Strength! We need even stronger, more absolute strength! Only the power to reach the pinnacle can protect everything we have now, and completely wash away the shame of the past!"

As if in response to her intense desire to become stronger, the system notification in her mind sounded again, this time with an unusual rhythm:

"Ding! Detected that the total number of [Beginner Simps] under the host's command has exceeded 100, achieving the hidden milestone [Universal Favoritism (Beginner)]!"

"Rewards being distributed..."

"Special Reward: [Charm Essence] x1. Use to slightly and permanently increase your Charm attribute, enhancing your attractiveness to higher intelligent life forms."

"Gain 3 skill points"

"Unlocks access to the special item exchange [Mark Disguise Paste]. Can temporarily and perfectly disguise specific body marks; the duration of the effect is proportional to the amount of 'licking dog energy' consumed."

Hancock's beautiful eyes instantly burst forth with amazing brilliance!

The [Charm Essence] and skill points are a godsend, allowing her to further enhance her charm and skill strength.

But what made her heart stop and then ecstatic was the [Marking Disguise Cream]!

Although it was only a temporary disguise and not a permanent solution, it undoubtedly solved her immediate problem!

This means she can be bolder in venturing out of Amazon Lily and into a wider world.

And there's no need to be constantly on edge, worrying that the mark on your back might be accidentally exposed.

As long as she has enough sycophantic energy, she can maintain her disguise almost indefinitely.

"Excellent! The system truly understands my heart!"

A surge of barely suppressed excitement welled up within Hancock. This further solidified her resolve to venture out and hunt for even higher-quality "simps."

Although there are many novice sycophants on Nine Snake Island, the energy they provide and the effect of accelerating cultivation have become relatively flat.

To quickly accumulate massive amounts of energy to exchange for [Mark Disguise Paste].

To accelerate cultivation and reach higher realms by harnessing energy, one must set one's sights on more promising targets in the outside world.

The supernovas of Sabaody Archipelago, the mid-level officers of the Marine Headquarters, and even those famous figures in the New World... will all be potential "high-quality energy sources" for her!

Without hesitation, she used the [Essence of Charm] and immediately invested all 3 skill points into [Eye of Enchantment], upgrading it from intermediate to advanced.

In that instant, she felt as if her eyes were infused with the mysterious power of the stars.

Even a simple gaze can seem to captivate the soul and make one fall into its spell.

She was confident that even the most resolute people today lacked a powerful aura of dominance.

Even in the face of her alluring gaze, it's difficult to remain completely clear-headed.

Hancock looked at herself in the mirror again, and the gloom and helplessness she had felt earlier had been swept away.

At this moment, she was radiant, confident, and powerful, with the burning flames of ambition and the excitement of the hunt in her eyes.

"I will not only become the most beautiful and strongest empress on this vast ocean, but I will also build a high-quality army of sycophants spread throughout the world!"

"Use their energy to accelerate my cultivation and pave the way for my hegemony! The mark of the Celestial Dragons? One day, I will personally annihilate them along with that history!"

A new journey has begun beneath her feet.

Her first hunting ground was that dream island that was about to be stormed.

Sabaody Archipelago!

She was going there to personally weigh the so-called "evil generation."

Incidentally... she also harvested a large amount of "sycophantic energy," injecting the first burst of violent acceleration into her rise.