Hancock’s two sisters were utterly dumbfounded.
What the heck was going on?
Why was their big sister making that kind of face?
Was this really the sister they knew?
Since when did she start acting like this?
How did she change so fast?
There was no build-up at all!
Did something happen while they were knocked out?
The two exchanged a glance.
Both saw the same mix of confusion, disbelief, and shock in the other’s eyes.
Recalling the question Elder Nyon had just asked…
Could something really be wrong with their sister?
Their shocked expressions shifted to worry.
“Big Sister, are you… okay?”
Unable to hold back, they asked again.
At their words, Hancock turned to face them.
In an instant, she switched to her lofty, untouchable demeanor.
The transition was seamless.
Ridiculously fast.
“Of course I’m fine. Why wouldn’t I be?” she said.
“Vir not only healed my back… he even increased my strength by a lot.”
The moment Hancock mentioned Vir, a smile unconsciously crept onto her face.
Her words, however, left the three of them stunned.
Increased strength?
He not only healed that deep, bone-etched scar—but actually made her stronger?
How was that even possible?
Their brains just shut down.
All three of them went blank.
It was already mind-blowing enough.
And now there was something even crazier?
They all felt a shiver run down their spines, their worldview shattered once again.
What kind of treatment could possibly do this?
How did that guy even pull it off?
The healing alone was one thing, but boosting her strength?
That was beyond comprehension.
While the two sisters were still struggling to process it, Elder Nyon had already confirmed it.
After all, the kick Hancock had delivered earlier was far stronger than usual—she had flown much higher than normal.
At the time, Nyon had assumed Hancock had simply misjudged her strength after the treatment.
But now it was clear—she’d gotten stronger and hadn’t even realized it herself.
Elder Nyon’s mind couldn’t help but conjure up Vir’s image.
What in the world had that guy done to Hancock?
How could the results be this absurd?
And to think, a guy like that was the Straw Hat’s ship doctor?
Absolutely bonkers.
“Big Sister, if he could even improve your strength, he must have used some incredibly powerful medicine, right? Something that rare must’ve been extremely valuable…” green-haired sister said.
“How much do we owe him?”
After all, the idea of getting treatment without paying was unthinkable to them.
A treatment this miraculous?
It had to cost a fortune.
Maybe even half the kingdom’s treasury.
After all, this was the Celestial Dragon’s brand—the Hoof of the Soaring Dragon—they were talking about.
But hearing this, Hancock only smiled again, her expression brimming with pride.
“Of course, medicine like that must be insanely expensive. Otherwise, it wouldn’t have boosted my strength—and by a lot.”
The three tensed up at her words.
With results like that, any price was possible.
But Hancock’s next words let them breathe a sigh of relief.
“But Vir didn’t ask for a single thing. He treated me for free.”
At this, the pride on Hancock’s face grew even brighter.
The three of them froze.
What?
No payment? Free?
A treatment this mind-blowing, and he didn’t charge a single berry?
This…
This was just…
Elder Nyon was completely stunned.
She’d just been thinking he had ulterior motives.
And now, after doing all this, he didn’t ask for a thing?
No reward at all.
She couldn’t help but feel a wave of guilt.
What had she just done?
She wasn’t human.
How could she have doubted him?
She was a monster.
Elder Nyon looked utterly heartbroken.
The two sisters, on the other hand, were thrilled.
Vir was such a good guy.
To do all this for their sister without asking for anything in return.
So awesome!
Their sister had met someone who treated her this well.
They were so envious!
“Big Sister, why is Vir so good to you? He’s such an amazing person!” The orange-haired sister said, her voice dripping with envy.
“Yeah, yeah! It’s like he’s trying to woo you or something. That’s gotta be the happiest thing ever!” The green-haired sister chimed in excitedly.
Hancock kept her cool on the surface.
But inside, she was over the moon.
Just as she was about to say something, a figure appeared at the door.
“Vir!” Hancock called out, her voice brimming with joy.
Everyone turned to look.
All eyes landed on the extraordinary man.
The moment the sisters saw Vir, their faces lit up with infatuation.
So handsome!
Even better than in the newspapers.
This was the guy who healed their sister’s back?
Handsome, strong, and skilled.
Who wouldn’t fall for a guy like that?
Vir, with Chopper perched on his head, looked a bit puzzled.
Really?
Sure, he was handsome—almost as good-looking as the readers.
But was it really enough to make them look at him like that?
Could his petrification ability actually boost his charm?
It wasn’t impossible.
Heck, it was totally possible.
Vir even felt like his petrification power could activate with a single thought now.
But wasn’t it supposed to be a passive ability?
This was getting ridiculous.
You call this passive?
Vir thought, a bit exasperated.
As he walked in, Hancock quickly turned to her sisters and Elder Nyon.
“You should leave for now.”
She was worried Vir might discuss something confidential—it was better if they weren’t present.
The three of them didn’t argue.
They knew their presence might be inappropriate.
But as they turned to leave, the two sisters hesitated, glancing at Hancock as if they wanted to say something.
Hancock understood immediately.
Fine.
If the opportunity arose, she’d ask for them later.
Watching Vir take a seat, Hancock slid into the chair beside him.
Chopper was set down on a specially raised chair Vir had shaped with his powers.
Soon, Marco and the others arrived one by one.
Everyone took their seats.
Luffy, the moment he sat down, couldn’t hold back.
Mouth open, he started chowing down.
His terrifying eating speed left everyone gaping.
Luckily, Amazon Lily had plenty of Sea King meat.
There was more than enough food to go around.
Everyone dug in.
Vir was no exception.
After a few bites, he nodded approvingly.
Tastes pretty darn good.
Only one person hadn’t touched their chopsticks.
Hancock sat in her seat, staring at Vir with a dreamy gaze.
Noticing her intense look, Vir turned to her.
While grabbing a far-off drink for Chopper, he asked, “Hancock, are you planning to attend the Marine’s summons?”
Chopper, who’d been dying for a drink, hugged the bottle happily and poured himself a glass.
He downed it with a satisfied “Ha~!”
But at Vir’s words, Hancock’s face flushed.
‘He… he called me by name.’
‘He said my name for the first time!’
‘I… I’m so happy~!’