Marineford War: I Will Stand in the Sky

Was he forced into marriage by "the most beautiful woman in the sea" on Amazon Lily?

Borsalino's eyebrows shot up sharply, and the corners of his mouth twitched involuntarily.

With lipstick marks still on his face, Yann spoke defiantly in front of Borsalino's face.

"You're dreaming, Pirate Empress! As the son of the Fleet Admiral, I, as a member of the Navy upholding justice, will never yield. Even if you can have me, my heart will always belong to the Navy and to justice!"

Faced with Yann's ruthless rejection, Hancock clutched her heart with both hands, her face showing pain that hadn't even surfaced when Borsalino unleashed his "light-speed kick," and said...

"Ya'en, is it that my charm is not enough? Or that my feelings are not enough?"

“Compared to the justice in my heart, it is far from enough!” Yann said with a firm gaze.

? !

Borsalino glanced at Hancock, whose cheongsam was now somewhat torn and disheveled, but whose charm was undiminished and even more alluring, and inexplicably felt that it was Major General Yann who was somewhat ungrateful.

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[Chapter 276. Ya'en, Forced into Marriage]

Despite their differing stances, Borsalino quite agrees with Hancock's title of "the most beautiful woman in the sea."

As for justice?

Why not just use those ambiguous things when you need them, and discard them when you don't?

However, even though Borsalino was secretly cursing Yann's persistence, he seized the moment when Hancock seemed to be distracted, instantly transforming into his element and flying towards Yann, attempting to forcibly rescue him.

"Don't think about it!"

However, Hancock, who was closer to Yann, stepped in front of Borsalino first, unleashing a powerful "Fragrant Kick" that even Borsalino feared, forcibly blocking Borsalino's path.

Realizing what was happening, Sandersonia brought the axe even closer to Yorn's neck and shouted, "Admiral, if you come any closer, I'll kill Yorn first!"

Upon hearing this, Borsalino hesitated for a moment, but then stopped moving.

Hancock, however, seemed even more anxious than Borsalino as she gave the order: "Sanda, you mustn't hurt Yann. Take him away from here."

Before Sandersonia could even figure out how to respond to Hancock, Yann struggled fiercely, trying to break free from Marigold's grasp while shouting.

"Admiral Kizaru, don't worry about me. If you're afraid of dying, you shouldn't be a Marine. Just take action and kill these pirates."

Hearing Yann's request, Borsalino clicked his tongue, but showed no intention of taking any further risks.

If the person being held hostage were any other navy officer, Borsalino would definitely praise his willingness to sacrifice himself for the navy and justice, and grant his request.

But if the request were made to Yann, Borsalino could only say…

Are you kidding me?

If the mission to defeat Hancock fails, at most you'll get a minor reprimand from Fleet Admiral Sengoku. But if you indirectly kill Yann, you'll most likely be targeted by Fleet Admiral Sengoku afterward.

Borsalino had no intention of offending his superior, Fleet Admiral Sengoku.

It's important to understand that even when the Five Elders made the decision to sacrifice Yann under the threat of Hueco Mundo, they still had to consider Fleet Admiral Sengoku's feelings. They didn't simply find a fabricated reason to kill him, unlike when dealing with ordinary Marine Rear Admirals or Vice Admirals.

Instead, they assigned a rather dangerous mission to Y'en in a manner completely in accordance with naval regulations and rules.

So how could Borsalino, who didn't want to be targeted by the Sengoku Admiral in the future, possibly do something so stupid?

With that thought in mind, Borsalino shrugged and spoke.

"Ahem... Rear Admiral Yann, calm down. The Navy will never sacrifice or abandon its comrades casually. Life is the most precious thing."

After a pause, Borsalino spoke directly to Hancock before Yann, whose eyes were filled with helplessness and self-blame.

"Boa Hancock, what conditions will it take for you to release Major General Yann?"

"Heh~"

Hancock sneered disdainfully, slowly retreating to Yone's side and distancing herself from Borsalino. She first glanced at Yone with infatuation, and then spoke.

"What an impudent man! Do you think this vast ocean has anything in return for my husband?"

Borsalino raised an eyebrow slightly, taking in the exact change in Hancock's gaze as she looked at Yann.

Unlike Hancock, who never showed disdain or disgust when looking at other men, Hancock's gaze towards Yann was filled with undisguised and extremely natural infatuation and love.

At least with Borsalino's keen observation skills, he couldn't see any falsehood, which made him believe Hancock's words to some extent.

This woman has truly fallen in love with Major General Yann!

……

Borsalino came to this conclusion, his inner turmoil almost indescribable.

Is Major General Yann just a little young and handsome?

So, what was originally a mission to die turned into a forced marriage?

If the woman forcing Arn into marriage was a female pirate like Charlotte Linlin, Borsalino would feel somewhat more at ease, and might even gloat over the spectacle.

But it was Hancock who was forced into marriage, the stunning beauty who captivated countless people with her charm in less than a month after her first voyage.

This woman, whom countless men dream of, is now constantly professing her love to Major General Yann, only to be repeatedly rejected.

This ocean... it really is outrageous...

Just as Borsalino was overwhelmed with conflicting emotions and unsure of what to say, Yann retorted to Hancock without hesitation.

"Hancock, how many times have I told you? Don't be delusional, I'm destined to be the man you can't have!"

"I don't care, as long as it's something I like, I must have it!" Hancock said firmly.

"Love is mutual affection, not one-sided love!" Yann said.

"Then why are you unwilling? You will be my first and only man. If you agree, I will be the emperor of the Nine Serpents, and you will become my emperor..."

Right there in front of Borsalino, this bachelor, Hancock made no attempt to hide her affection.

"Glory, wealth, status, fame, country... I am willing to share all of these with you, and my youth, beauty, and body will only belong to you."

"Ya'en, please give me a chance to try accepting me, okay?"

Whether Borsalino was moved by Hancock's domineering yet affectionate words was unclear, but he certainly was.

In the face of a stunningly beautiful woman like Boa Hancock, justice seems somewhat presumptuous, vulnerable, and insignificant.

However, Yann's expression remained unchanged as he responded to Hancock's heartfelt confession.

"Hancock, stop pressuring me. After you petrified all my men, you and I are now mortal enemies. Forget about marrying you; if there's even the slightest chance, I will send you to Impel Down."

At this moment, Hancock's exquisite features revealed a deep sorrow, instantly evoking pity and tenderness. "Yarn, must you always be so heartless and cold-blooded?"

“I’m sorry, all my tenderness has already been given to the cause of peace.” Yann said calmly.

"Could it be that even if I restore all your petrified subordinates to their original state, you still cannot forgive me?" Hancock asked.

Yarrow was taken aback at first, then asked in surprise, "Huh? They still have a chance to recover?"

Hancock, completely ignoring Marigold, Sandasonia, and Borsalino around her, spoke with deep emotion.

“I am willing to do anything you need, Yan.”

[Chapter 277 It's Probably Not Clean Anymore]

"Hancock..."

Hancock's words, enough to make countless men weak with desire, were met with a sharp retort from Yann: "If you don't want Amazon Lily to be destroyed, then restore those petrified Marines to their original state and release me."

Hancock's expression changed, and she said, "The only thing that's absolutely impossible is the last one."

"Hancock!"

"Just tell me what's good about me, and I'll change, okay? Why are you clinging to me like this? Our positions are completely different. How can a Marine marry you?"

"And even if I agreed, would my marshal father agree? Absolutely not."

Listening to the conversation between Yann and Hancock, Borsalino, who is still unmarried, felt as if he had been seriously injured, and it was the most serious injury he had suffered since joining the army.

At this moment, Borsalino felt that accepting this mission and coming to Amazon Lily was a mistake.

I feel... a bit superfluous...

Borsalino looked at Hancock, whose eyes were fixed on Yann, and had no idea what to do. It was as if he had no place here.

"I said..."

Finally, Borsalino couldn't help but raise his hand and say, "Major General Yann, how about I ask Fleet Admiral Sengoku for you? Maybe he'll agree?"

……

Ya'en.

Why isn't Kizaru following the expected pattern...?

Normally, is it appropriate for a righteous naval admiral to say something like that?

As Hancock listened to Borsalino's words, a thought flashed through her mind, and she suddenly became tense.

What if...they actually agree?

Even though Hancock knew that her conversation with Yann was part of the plan, it didn't include the procedure of questioning the Sengoku Marshal.

And if Marshal Sengoku... no, Father really agrees to my marriage with Lord Arn, then...

In an instant, Hancock's previously affectionate and domineering expression turned somewhat shy, and she subconsciously said, "In that case, I'll trouble Mr. Borsalino. Could you please ask my father for his opinion?"

? ? !

Borsalino.

So quickly, he's even calling me "father" and using a respectful term for me.

Yann couldn't help but stare wide-eyed at Hancock in astonishment.

Hancock quickly realized that she had said something unplanned and quite significant.

Realizing she might have said something wrong, Hancock stammered as she asked Yone, "Um...should I ask?"

What could Yann say in front of Borsalino? He could only say disdainfully.

"Give up. Even if Admiral Kizaru really asks my father, my father, as an upright and righteous man, would never agree."

Borsalino, who could no longer stand being here, said without hesitation, "Let's give it a try!"