Chapter 306: Okama King

Successfully identified the "woman's" identity.

Adrian, despite not knowing what exactly happened, nor understanding the cause or process, could make some guesses based on the fiery look in the man's eyes.

In summary, it boiled down to this:

He touched something that wasn't supposed to be there.

As a Paramecia-type Hormone Fruit user, Ivankov could freely control a person's temperature, pigments, growth, and emotions, modifying humans from the inside out—a true "human magician."

Changing gender characteristics was as simple as eating or drinking for Ivankov. He didn't conform to gender identity and preferred to refer to himself as "new human" or "okama" if given the choice.

Looking over at the two about to clash verbally and physically, Adrian shook his head sympathetically.

"Tsk, tsk, who knows what this poor guy did to deserve this. Came out for some fun and ended up running into the future Queen of Okamas. Not sure if he's incredibly lucky or incredibly unlucky."

The other onlookers also pieced together the truth from Ivankov and Blood-Handed Roy's exchange, which aligned with Adrian's guess.

Blood-Handed Roy, a new pirate, had raided several towns, amassing wealth and satisfying his financial needs. Naturally, physical needs followed. Hearing about the famous Pleasure Street, Roy couldn't wait to indulge.

But unexpectedly, after a few drinks and a few touches, he found something that didn't belong.

This was quite the shock…

While the crowd was enjoying the drama, Ivankov, hands on hips, didn't feel the least bit sorry. Instead, he aggressively questioned Roy.

"Do you even know where you are?"

"I don't care! Die, you disgusting freak!"

Blood-Handed Roy, eyes bloodshot, stomped hard on the ground. The extreme humiliation pushed the notorious man to his fastest speed ever, charging at Ivankov like a whirlwind.

Raising his right fist, a powerful aura gathered around his hand, seemingly ready to tear Ivankov apart on the spot.

"Fufufu! Resorting to violence since you can't win with words?"

Ivankov showed no fear. She sneered at Roy charging at her.

"You filthy man! Let me show you a whole new world!"

Pivoting on her left foot, Ivankov dodged Roy's attack and swiftly raised her right hand. Her fingertips transformed into sharp claws, glowing with a dark red energy—an indication of her special fruit ability.

At this moment, in the eyes of the onlookers, this "lady" seemed more deserving of the name "Blood-Handed" than Roy.

"Emporio Female Hormone!"

Ivankov shouted, her five claws piercing Roy's abdomen. Massive amounts of female hormones surged into his body.

Roy missed his punch and was shocked to be struck by the "disgusting monster" he had just insulted. His face changed dramatically.

With a thud, Roy crashed onto the street.

Before he could question Ivankov, a strange sensation spread from within his body to his limbs.

"What?!"

Roy's pupils contracted, cold sweat covering his forehead. Though he felt no pain, a disturbing feeling overwhelmed him.

"What have you done to me, you freak?!"

"I told you, I'm just giving you a taste of a whole new world!"

Ivankov kissed her palm, blew Roy a kiss, and winked proudly.

"Become a new human like me!"

Thump-thump—

Roy's heart pounded. He struggled to lift his arm and clutched his chest.

The female hormones were taking effect!

Roy's stubbly chin began to smooth out, his beard shrinking until it vanished. His muscular arms and torso started to shrink, his tough work pants becoming loose and falling off. In moments, the once brutal, towering pirate transformed into a petite, fair-skinned young girl!

Applause erupted on Pleasure Street, mixed with teasing whistles.

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The onlookers were treated to an unexpected show and responded with a wave of applause.

"Cosmetic surgery, body sculpting, skin whitening, and body enhancement—this Hormone Fruit is indeed powerful! A comprehensive medical beauty fruit!"

Adrian briefly admired the newly transformed body of "Bloodhand Roy."

Even though he knew that just three seconds ago, Roy had been a scruffy, muscular man, it didn't stop him from appreciating the now blushing and shy young girl covering her modesty.

Humans are truly visual creatures!

Meanwhile, Adrian didn't forget to observe Ivankov in secret.

It was clear that the Okama King was very pleased with the new creation. However, Adrian keenly noticed Ivankov's increasingly rapid breathing and the more pronounced rise and fall of his chest.

"It looks like Ivankov hasn't had the Hormone Fruit for long..."

Adrian made a mental note.

"From what I know, Ivankov and Crocodile are contemporaries. They both emerged around the same time."

"I encountered Crocodile in Loguetown a while back, but there hasn't been any news about him since."

"Now that Ivankov has appeared, it won't be long before that Sand Crocodile sets sail again."

Adrian's mind quickly processed future intelligence.

In the original timeline, the rising star pirate of the past two years was Gecko Moria.

If Adrian hadn't intervened, Moria would currently be in Wano, leading the Moria Pirates against Kaido's Beasts Pirates. Although Moria's crew would be wiped out except for the captain, he would still gain considerable fame.

But unfortunately for Moria, Adrian had already defeated him with a combo move.

Under the Negative Hollow, all things are equal.

Following Moria, the next promising pirate was the Sand Crocodile, who challenged Whitebeard and survived.

These two were the oldest members of the Shichibukai.

Crocodile's timeline was chaotic.

Adrian wasn't sure about the exact time Crocodile rose to fame.

In the original story, Crocodile was said to have tied with Barrett at the age of 20. He also supposedly became a Shichibukai the same year he failed to defeat Whitebeard.

But really, Adrian hadn't seen any signs of the Shichibukai system emerging, nor any news about Crocodile.

It didn't make sense for Crocodile, who could tie with Barrett in 1496, to wait over a decade to challenge Whitebeard.

"I should look into recent bounty information. I remember an 81 million Beli bounty."

Adrian pondered.

"If there's no news, I'll just have to wait and see when the Sand Crocodile sets sail."

Sometimes, Adrian regretted killing Moria so efficiently.

Every major character in the original story earned their strength through countless trials and hardships.

These characters were valuable, reusable resources.

But Adrian had swiftly eliminated Moria before he reached his full potential.

It felt like a loss...

As Adrian mused, the situation changed again.

The Bloodhand Roy, who had been transformed into a beautiful girl by Ivankov's female hormones, reverted back to his muscular, bearded, bronze-skinned self.

However...

His large chest muscles remained.

In short, Roy went from being a man to a woman and then to a muscular man with large breasts.

The sight was unsettling.

The applause and cheers turned into continuous retching.

Even the usually unflappable Adrian found the scene unbearable.

The current Roy reminded Adrian of the bizarre inhabitants of the future Okama Kingdom, Kamabakka.

At that moment, Stussy, the Queen of Pleasure Street, arrived with her entourage.

A secretary-like woman in a black suit stepped forward.

"Who dares cause trouble in Pleasure Street? This gentleman... miss... ugh!"