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

The perfume cruise ship of Nine Serpents and Hawkeye's menacing little raft gradually drifted further and further away.

Until that lone, black figure completely disappeared from sight.

Hancock remained languidly reclining in her chair, but her beautiful eyes behind her sunglasses shimmered with a strange light.

The brief and embarrassing encounter just now, besides letting her witness the world's greatest swordsman's rare moment of social death and the ensuing thunderous rage, also...

It also brought an unexpected "gain".

Just as Mihawk's eyes met hers, an unnatural blush rose on his bronze face, and a fleeting look of panic and embarrassment flashed in his eyes.

[Ding! Special target detected: Jorah Mihawk (Hawkeye).]

[Emotional Energy Analysis: Extreme embarrassment, slight awkwardness, subconscious amazement and attention...]

[Comprehensive assessment: Has generated a very small amount of "special attention," indicating a potential legendary simp, meeting the criteria for inclusion in the simp value list.]

[Current infatuation level with host "Boa Hancock": 1 points.]

Hancock tapped her fingertips lightly on the armrest of the recliner, a ripple of emotion stirring within her.

"Infatuation points... 1 point?"

She almost burst out laughing.

This number is nothing compared to what she usually gains from Kuja warriors or ordinary pirates.

It's utterly insignificant, like a drop in the ocean.

However, the significance of this point is extraordinary.

This point comes from Jolacol Mihawk!

The man, hailed as the "world's greatest swordsman," was aloof and arrogant, always keeping to himself.

A man who is indifferent to most things!

The Seven Warlords of the Sea, whom even the Marine Headquarters must treat with respect.

"I never imagined... that this cold, powerful guy, who seems uninterested in everything, would be moved by... that kind of scene I witnessed?"

Hancock's lips curled into a playful smile.

This 1 point of "obsession value" is more like a symbol, a breakthrough.

It proves that even a man like Mihawk, who stands at the top of the world, is not completely immune to her charm.

Whether it was his stunning good looks or the profound impression left by that accidental, embarrassing moment that brought him to the brink of social death.

"It seems that my charm is even more... far-reaching than I imagined."

She gained a deeper understanding of herself.

This is not blind confidence, but an inference based on facts.

If even Mihawk could be pried open even slightly, what about the others?

What about those future "high-quality targets"?

This discovery made her even more excited and confident about her upcoming trip to the East China Sea.

The East China Sea may be barren, but who can guarantee that there isn't another potential sycophant with "legendary potential" hiding there?

For example... her main target on this trip, Monkey D. Luffy.

She glanced at the lone "1" infatuation point next to Mihawk's name on the system panel.

Like a tiny star that has just been lit, extremely faint yet representing infinite possibilities.

"Making a sale is a good omen."

Hancock thought to herself with a pleasant feeling.

Pick up a berry and put it in your mouth; the sweet juice bursts on your tongue.

"Speed ​​up, get into the East China Sea as soon as possible."

She gave the order, her voice carrying a barely perceptible hint of lightness.

Snakes hissed as the ships braved the wind and waves, resolutely heading towards the Calm Belt, towards what was considered the "weakest sea."

But it may hold a "treasure" that could change the world order—the East China Sea.

The Empress's "food-hunting" journey in the East China Sea has officially begun.

What she didn't know was that the man she had just labeled "legendary simp" was...

Far behind, while chasing the unfortunate Krieg, the magnificent Kuja ship would occasionally flash uncontrollably through his mind.

And that fleeting glimpse of her face at the bow of the ship, a face that was unforgettable, before his expression became somewhat unnatural again.

This 1 point of infatuation might just be the beginning?

……

The Nine Serpents' perfume cruise ship sailed in the East China Sea for some time.

Compared to the unpredictable and treacherous Grand Line, the sea conditions in the East China Sea do indeed appear much "mild".

However, it is precisely because of this gentleness and the relative simplicity of the nautical chart that finding specific targets becomes somewhat troublesome.

"Lady Boa Hancock, based on the scattered information, the last place the 'Straw Hat Boy' was last seen seems to be near this sea area, but the exact location..."

The navigator reported with some difficulty.

Hancock waved lazily, wearing a wide-brimmed sun hat, lying on a deck chair on the deck, seemingly in no hurry.

"It's alright. Since we're unsure, let's just wait in a place where he's likely to appear."

Information about the East China Sea came to mind.

"Let's go to 'Baratie, the Baratie' restaurant. It's said to be the most famous restaurant in the East Blue, a place frequented by both pirates and marines, and it's well-informed. Besides... a hungry pirate will always want to eat at the best restaurant, won't he?"

She remembered that in the original work, Luffy would indeed go there.

"yes!"

The ship adjusted its course and headed towards the floating restaurant, Baratie.

After sailing for some time, they did not encounter the scene of Hawkeye chasing and killing Creek that they had expected.

"Looks like Mihawk has been led astray by that idiot?" Hancock guessed, not really caring.

When the uniquely shaped floating restaurant, resembling a giant fish, came into view, Hancock sat up slightly.

"arrive."

The perfume-themed cruise ship slowly approached Barratier, its magnificent design and striking nine-snake emblem immediately catching the eye.

It immediately attracted the attention of guests and crew members passing by on the platform outside the restaurant.

When Hancock, surrounded by Aria and several other fully armed and aloof Kuja warriors, stepped onto the deck of Baratie.

The entire area around the restaurant seemed to have been muted.

She didn't try to be flashy today; she simply wore a simple yet elegant long dress.

Her skin appeared even whiter than snow, and the sea breeze ruffled her raven-feather-like hair. Her stunning beauty, exposed to the bright sunlight, instantly took everyone's breath away.

"That...that is..."

"Kuja...a pirate flag?!"

"One of the Seven Warlords of the Sea... 'Pirate Empress' Boa Hancock!!"

"A bounty of 8000 million Berries?! Wait, that was over a decade ago! It must be worth much more now! A pirate with a bounty in the hundreds of millions! Why would she come to the East Blue?!"

Exclamations and gasps rose and fell.

Fear, shock, disbelief, and uncontrollable, infatuated gazes drawn to that unparalleled beauty intertwined.

In the East China Sea, the average bounty is only a few million, and tens of millions is considered top-tier.

The sudden arrival of a legendary female pirate with a strength of hundreds of millions and who is a Shichibukai is nothing short of a bombshell.

Hancock ignored the commotion around him and calmly surveyed the restaurant.

I'm getting ready to find a seat with a good view.

Just then, the restaurant door was pushed open, and a blond young man with curly eyebrows, wearing a black suit, walked out carrying a tray.

He had a cigarette dangling from his mouth, looking rather lazy.

He was the sous chef who came out to check after hearing the commotion outside.

Sanji.

His gaze, almost instinctively, instantly locked onto the most dazzling figure in the crowd.

Time seemed to stand still at that moment.

Sanji felt as if his heart was being gripped tightly by an invisible hand.

Then it suddenly accelerated, pounding wildly like a drum, and the blood seemed to rush to his head, making him dizzy.

The cigarette in his mouth almost fell out, his eyes widened, and his pupils reflected Hancock's image, leaving no room for anything else.

Beautiful...so beautiful!

How can there be such a beautiful lady in this world?!

That noble air, that perfect face, those cool yet slightly languid eyes…

He felt that all the beautiful women he had seen in his years of wandering were not even a fraction as beautiful as the one in front of him!

[Ding! High-quality target detected: Vinsmoke Sanji.]

[Emotional Energy Analysis: Extremely stunning, love at first sight, soul-stirring, intense protective instincts and admiration...]

[Comprehensive assessment: Demonstrates intense infatuation, meeting the criteria for a "simp" (high concentration).]

[Target Qualification Assessment: Excellent!]

[Current infatuation level with host "Boa Hancock": 35 points.]

[Already directly included as an outstanding simp.]

Hancock paused slightly, glancing at the blond, curly-browed youth with some surprise.

With just one glance, without even saying a word, he jumped from zero to almost intermediate simp?

Moreover, it was even rated as "excellent" by the system?

This East China Sea... is indeed quite interesting.

This guy who looks like a cook seems to have extraordinary potential.

Sanji was still reeling from the immense shock.

He only snapped out of his reverie when Hancock and her maids gracefully walked past him, leaving a trail of fragrance.

"Ah! This lady is as beautiful as the moon over the sea!"

Sanji instantly got into character, sliding down to Hancock's knees like a whirlwind.

She produced a red rose from nowhere, presented it with both hands, and looked at him with such infatuation that it was almost dripping with tears.

"Welcome to the Baratie, the sea restaurant! I am Sanji, the sous chef! How may I serve you? Whether it's our restaurant's finest dishes or my heart beating for you, I'm always ready to serve you!"

His fellow chefs behind him couldn't help but facepalm, looking like they were saying, "Here we go again."

But since the target was the Empress, they didn't even have the courage to complain.

However, they became worried because they had heard that the empress was extremely disgusted with men.

Hancock looked at the blond youth in front of her, whose eyes were burning and whose attitude was exaggerated but not greasy, and found it rather amusing.

She didn't accept the roses, but simply nodded slightly.

"Give me a quiet place."

"Yes! As you command, Your Majesty!"

Sanji immediately jumped up and eagerly led the way.

"Please follow me. We have the best viewpoint here, guaranteed quiet, with the most beautiful sea view!"

Aria and the other female warriors followed Hancock warily, their enthusiasm for Sanji undisguised.

They felt both somewhat uncomfortable and subtly proud of the Snake Princess's charm.

Hancock sat down in the spot Sanji had carefully arranged, gazing at the distant sea, lost in thought.

"An exceptionally talented simp... I didn't expect to run into one so soon after arriving in the East Blue. Looks like this trip won't be a waste. Now, I'll just wait for that 'Straw Hat Boy' to appear."