Rebecca, being simple-minded, didn't overthink anything and said with a cheerful smile, "Grandpa, you're such a busy person. Go ahead and attend to your work."
"With me and Auntie here, that's more than enough."
King Riku nodded, giving the two of them a meaningful look. His aged face broke into a kind and amiable smile.
"Alright, you young people chat. I'll go back to my work." Without hesitation, he turned and walked toward the door.
With a creak, the wooden door slowly closed. King Riku stood outside, his expression calm but his heart filled with anticipation.
He muttered to himself, "Violet, Rebecca, you must do your best."
"Whichever one of you becomes Chris's woman will bring immense benefits to the Riku family."
"Chris is so young, yet his strength is already extraordinary. In the future, he will undoubtedly become a prominent figure."
"Being his woman would be an honor, a tremendous blessing."
King Riku furrowed his brows, his aged face showing a resolute expression as he thought to himself, "If Chris is willing, it wouldn't be a problem for both of them to be with him."
"Such a powerful young man must be firmly secured. We absolutely cannot miss this opportunity."
"Once Chris becomes my son-in-law, he will surely aid Dressrosa, bringing immense benefits to the country."
"That's right. Later, I must have a good talk with the two of them. They must do everything they can to become Chris's women."
King Riku smiled brightly, extremely pleased, and strode away...
Inside the room.
By now, Violet had completely realized what King Riku was up to. He was trying to make her Chris's woman!
"Father, oh Father, are you really in such a hurry to push your daughter onto another man?"
Violet silently complained about King Riku. She had never seen a father like this—actively pushing his daughter toward another man. How could he do such a thing?
However, she was only grumbling a little and wasn't truly angry.
She glanced at Chris. She was quite satisfied with this man.
He was young, incredibly strong, and extremely handsome, with a cold and steady personality.
The only downside was that he was too aloof and domineering.
But given that Chris was a powerhouse, such traits were understandable.
"Could he really be my destined one?"
Violet raised her hand in front of her eyes, forming an "OK" gesture, considering whether to peek into Chris's thoughts.
But she didn't dare. It was just a thought.
After all, Chris was even stronger than Doflamingo. If she carelessly used her ability, he would definitely notice.
And then, trouble would follow. She didn't want to provoke his anger.
"Lord Chris, I'd like to take a look at this map. Can I join you?"
At this moment, Rebecca looked at Chris with sparkling eyes, her beautiful face filled with anticipation as she made her request.
Chris was about to open the black box. Calmly, he said, "Sure."
After speaking, he opened the box and took out the ancient, weathered map inside.
"Really? Thank you, Lord Chris!"
Rebecca's eyes lit up, her delicate face breaking into a sweet smile as she said happily, "I knew you were the best, Lord Chris!"
Without hesitation, she stood up and quickly walked over to Chris's side, visibly excited.
Violet brushed her sleek black hair and said with a graceful smile, "I'll take a look too."
"After all, this is a map that's been passed down for over 800 years. It's undoubtedly a rare treasure."
She stood up gracefully and walked over to Chris's other side.
"Wow, so this is the map leading to the Devil Fruit Tree?"
Rebecca stood beside Chris, slightly bending over. Her slender, attractive figure was immediately highlighted.
With her long pink hair and flawless, delicate face, she looked utterly stunning.
Enchanting!
"The route looks quite complicated."
Violet also stood beside Chris, leaning over to examine the map. She frowned slightly and murmured.
Her figure was even more alluring than Rebecca's.
Her sleek black hair, delicate features, and her identity as a princess made her figure indescribably elegant.
It was enough to make anyone's heart race—no doubt about it.
"Complexity is inevitable."
Chris crossed his legs, holding the map in both hands as he scrutinized it carefully. He spoke calmly.
"No one in history has ever reached that place."
"In this lifetime, I will conquer it and unveil the mystery of the Devil Fruit Tree."
"I will succeed."
Though his tone was flat, it carried an undeniable determination that resonated deeply with the two women.
Rebecca gazed at Chris, her beautiful eyes shimmering with admiration. Her flawless face bloomed into a sweet smile as she nodded vigorously.
"Lord Chris, I believe you'll definitely achieve it!"
"Since I was little, you're the most incredible man I've ever met."
"If others can't do it, you certainly can. I deeply believe that."
Violet tucked a strand of her black hair behind her ear. The way she looked at Chris seemed to carry a hint of special emotion.
Her elegant face wore a gentle, charming smile as she nodded in agreement.
"I think so too."
"Lord Chris, your strength is unparalleled. I believe there's no young man in this world who can surpass you."
"Plus, with Miss Bakara's Luck-Luck Fruit, she'll always bring you good fortune, ensuring everything goes smoothly for you."
Violet blinked her sparkling eyes and smiled softly. "So, you'll definitely accomplish it. Go for it, Lord Chris!"
Hearing their praise and encouragement, Chris rarely showed a faint smile. He put away the map and stood up.
"Alright, I'm satisfied with this."
"Now, let's discuss our collaboration."
Seeing him shift to business, the two immediately responded in unison, "Of course, Lord Chris."
Without hesitation, they sat back down and got to the main topic.
Chris looked at them, his gaze calm as he spoke evenly.
"At most two years. I'll help you deal with Doflamingo and completely liberate Dressrosa."
"Whether we continue collaborating after that can be discussed later."
"For now, let's hear your thoughts and demands. We'll discuss them."
Hearing this, Violet and Rebecca both showed relieved expressions.
They had waited so long precisely for this promise.
Now that Chris had made his commitment, there was no doubt about it.
Within two years, Doflamingo would surely die!
Their admiration for Chris's strength was so profound that they didn't even think to doubt him.
"That's wonderful!"
Rebecca, innocent and lively, clenched her fists in excitement. "That damned Doflamingo is finally going down. Hahaha~"
Violet nodded, studying Chris intently with a radiant smile.
"As long as Lord Chris takes action, he won't stand a chance."
"Dressrosa will finally be free. This is truly something to celebrate."
"Lord Chris, we don't have any other demands. We'll just wait for the time to come, that's all."
"In the next two years, we'll lay low and stop opposing Doflamingo openly. We'll quietly await your arrival."
Violet blinked her beautiful eyes, her smile warm and charming.
"Additionally, Lord Chris, if we encounter any trouble during this time..."
"Would it be possible to call you for help? Of course, we won't bother you unless it's absolutely necessary."
Chris nodded slightly, as composed as ever. "Fine."
"Since you don't have any other demands, let's leave it at that."
With that, he stood up, ready to leave.
Violet and Rebecca, realizing Chris was about to go, quickly stood as well, their beautiful eyes fixed on him.
"Lord Chris, you're leaving already?"
Rebecca widened her eyes, unblinking, full of curiosity. "I really want to see how you repel space."
"When you arrived earlier, I didn't get a good look. This time, I want to see it clearly—every single detail!"
Violet nodded, also staring intently at Chris, her face serious. "Same here."
"Teleporting through space—no one has ever done something like this. I must observe it properly."
Chris ignored them and simply uttered two words: "Watch closely."
Whoosh!
In an instant, he vanished from the spot, leaving no trace behind...
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