Amazon Lily

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Coby floated high above the clouds, drifting in Kuma's air bubble as the world below stretched out in endless blue. His body was relaxed, but his mind was filled with thoughts. He had pulled a fast one, switching places with Luffy and sending him to Amazon Lily instead. It wasn't exactly the most honorable move, but Coby had his reasons.

As the soft whistle of wind surrounded him, a pang of guilt tugged at his chest. He knew Luffy wasn't really cut out for what was waiting on that island. Sure, Luffy was tough, but when it came to romantic matters? Luffy wasn't exactly the best match for Hancock—romantically dense, clueless as a rock. And Hancock? She needed a man who could understand her desires. Coby didn't hesitate to fill that role.

The bubble gently carried him farther from the chaos of Sabaody, and Coby stretched, letting his arms rest behind his head. Two days and nights in this thing—more than enough time to set his plan in motion. He wasn't proud of tricking Luffy, but he knew it would all work out in the end. Besides, Hancock deserved someone who could meet her needs, and Coby wasn't about to let this chance slip by.

"I'm sorry, Luffy, but this is something I can't pass up," he muttered to himself, feeling the slightest twinge of regret. "It is not stealing if it hasn't even started."

He glanced around at the endless sky, trying to shake off the lingering guilt. "Well, Hancock, you're about to meet someone who can actually keep up with you."

The journey dragged on, with Coby floating above the clouds. He stared out at the endless sea and sky below, feeling the weight of time ticking by slowly. "It's going to be a long ride," he muttered, shifting in the bubble, hoping the trip would speed up.

A day passed, then another. Coby kept busy by resting, eating some rations, and waiting. The scenery barely changed, and the only sound was the steady hum of wind around him. But by the next morning, his bubble finally began descending toward a large, lush island below.

As his feet touched the ground, Coby noticed a massive paw print nearby. Not far from it, a giant boar was sniffing the air, probably hunting for food. Coby sighed, knowing exactly what that meant.

"Guess you're breakfast," he muttered, drawing his blade. In one swift motion, he sliced through the boar's thick hide, the creature collapsing with a loud thud. Coby quickly cleaned and prepped the meat, setting up a fire soon after.

As the smell of roasting boar filled the air, Coby took in the island around him. The dense jungle, the wild beauty—it was unmistakable. "Yep, Amazon Lily," he said with a small smile. "Finally made it."

Leaning back against a tree, Coby let his thoughts wander. He couldn't just follow the same path Luffy had taken. That wouldn't work. He needed to approach this differently—after all, his situation was far from the same. He snorted, thinking of the ridiculousness of it all.

"I'm not Luffy," he muttered, laughing quietly to himself. "No rubber peepee here, so if they pull it off, it'll be more than disappointing for me—and probably for a lot of women too."

He chuckled softly at the thought, then tore off a chunk of roasted boar, savoring the taste. The island had a strange energy, and Coby knew things were about to get interesting. 

Coby then turned into Nami and Robin using Mr. 2's powers. He unbuttoned his shirt, glancing down at his chest, smirking to himself. "I gave them a goodbye loving," he muttered, "but two years without them is gonna be rough." He couldn't help but chuckle at the memory, though he knew there was no time to linger on it.

Switching his attention, Coby opened up the System Scan. A new message appeared before him:

[Skill Scan initiated on 'Instantaneous Movement (Kuma's Paw-Paw Fruit)'. Analysis in progress…]

Coby's eyes flickered across the detailed breakdown on the screen:

[Instantaneous Movement, a unique application of Kuma's Nikyu Nikyu no Mi (Paw-Paw Fruit), allows the user to propel themselves at incredible speeds by repelling the air with the paw pads on their feet. This propulsion is so fast and precise that it mimics teleportation, enabling rapid movement over vast distances in an instant. The technique is highly versatile, used for both evasion and offensive positioning, making it nearly impossible for opponents to track or predict the user's next move.]

[For long-distance blinks, the user must have previously been to the location.]

[Estimated cost for acquisition: 50,000 SP. Please confirm if you wish to proceed with the Skill Scan and acquisition.]

Coby pondered for a moment. 50,000 SP was steep, but it would definitely make getting around easier. He considered the move's usefulness but ultimately decided against it for now. "I don't need that yet," he muttered, closing the message.

Next on his mind was Hancock. He knew how Luffy had won her over—three key moments had done the trick. First, he covered her sister's back so she wouldn't be exposed, earning her respect. Then, when presented with options, Luffy immediately chose to save Margaret and the others without a second thought. Lastly, the Conqueror's Haki had sealed the deal.

Coby sighed helplessly. "I can pull off the first two easily." He mused over the third one. Conqueror's Haki was something Luffy had naturally, but it was still out of reach for him. He scanned through the System again, but the cost to acquire it was way beyond what he had. "That one's tricky," he admitted, but he wasn't too concerned. He would find a way.

Coby stretched, glancing around the jungle of Amazon Lily. This place was wild, just like he expected. And it was crawling with warriors—ones that didn't take kindly to outsiders. He had to play this right. First, get to Hancock. Then, he could figure out how to handle the situation.

A distant rustling caught his attention, pulling him from his thoughts. Several women from the Kuja tribe were approaching, their bows raised, eyes sharp with suspicion.

"Here we go," Coby muttered under his breath. He wasn't about to fight them—not when he was so close to his goal. As they got closer, Coby shifted back to his original form, keeping just a touch of femininity in his appearance. Mr. 2 had used something similar to create the ugliest man imaginable—mostly his own face mixed with Usopp's nose, which always amused Coby. Using the same ability, Coby adjusted his looks, making himself less masculine but still recognizable. Better to face them as himself than as an imposter. 

Seeing Coby walk out from the dense jungle, Margaret, Aphelandra, and Sweet Pea were surprised. They didn't even consider the possibility that he was an outsider, or a man for that matter. To them, he looked like one of their own.

"Are you lost, sister?" Margaret asked, lowering her bow slightly, but still cautious.

Coby chuckled, pointing at the roasted boar by the fire. "No, I was hunting. Want to share?"

The women exchanged glances, impressed by his hunting skills. In Amazon Lily, strength was beauty, and a good hunt was a mark of that. Without hesitation, they accepted his offer, sitting down by the fire.

As they ate, Aphelandra, the tallest of the trio, tilted her head and asked, "Where are you from, sister? I don't remember seeing you in the village."

Coby took a bite of the boar and shrugged, keeping his cover intact. "I've been wandering around, trying to get a better lay of the land."

The women seemed satisfied with the answer, chatting among themselves about the recent hunts and the upcoming arrival of Boa Hancock. The conversation flowed naturally, and Coby listened, gathering as much information as he could. He had about a day, maybe two, before Hancock returned. Until then, his objective was clear: establish a foothold and find opportunities to acquire Conqueror's Haki.

As they ate, the Kuja warriors began to warm up to him, impressed by his hunting skills and strength. To them, he was just another sister they hadn't seen much of, and his hunting skills made him blend in even more. Margaret eyed the boar and then looked back at Coby. "You're strong. That boar isn't easy to bring down. You must've worked hard for it."

Coby smiled, not letting on that it had been relatively easy for him. "It wasn't too bad. There's plenty more out there if we need more."

Sweet Pea, who had been mostly quiet, finally spoke up, curiosity in her voice. "Have you heard? The Snake Princess will be back soon. Maybe she'll see your strength."

Coby's eyes lit up, a genuine smile spreading across his face. "I would love to meet Snake Empress-sama," he said, his tone friendly yet respectful. In Amazon Lily, Hancock was revered as both a goddess and a leader with unmatched beauty and strength. Every warrior here respected her deeply, and Coby understood why. 

Margaret's face softened slightly at his response. "Well, you'll have to wait a bit longer. She's not back yet, but when she arrives, the whole island knows."

Coby nodded, finishing off a chunk of the boar meat. The Kuja warriors were surprisingly warm toward him. He played along, keeping his head low and blending in as much as possible. The last thing he needed was to raise eyebrows before Hancock's return.

Sweet Pea stretched, letting out a satisfied sigh. "This was good. You're a pretty good hunter, sister."

"Thanks," Coby replied casually. "I had a good teacher."

Margaret stood up, brushing off her clothes. "We should get back. The island will be busy soon, and it's better to be prepared. You coming?"

Coby nodded, standing up as well. "Sure, I'll tag along."

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