Bab 320: 319 Confession
"I'll go out and look for him"
Marco announced, then quickly flew out, scanning the area from above.
At this time, in a remote place, Charles Vane was protecting Charlotte Smoothie.
Charles Vane transformed into a massive tornado, creating a hollow space inside to protect Charlotte Smoothie
When the earthquake happened earlier, Charles Vane protected Charlotte Smoothie by transforming into a massive tornado, ensuring she remained unharmed by the falling rocks around them.
When the shock gradually weakened, and eventually disappeared, Charles Vane also stopped his protection, and he immediately returned to the original state.
"Are you all right?"
Charles Vane inquired, concerned about Charlotte Smoothie.
But faced with Charles Vane's concern, Charlotte Smoothie remained silent, bowing her head without a response.
Charles Vane, thinking she might be injured, immediately approached and gently took her arm.
"Are you hurt?"
Charles Vane inquired.
"No, I'm fine,"
Charlotte Smoothie replied, taking a step back.
"That's good,"
Charles Vane nodded in response.
Charlotte Smoothie's expression suddenly changed. She raised her head and looked directly at Charles Vane's eyes, her voice carrying a sense of urgency. "Why? Why are you doing this?"
Charles Vane was taken aback, noticing the faint redness in Charlotte Smoothie's eyes, leaving him momentarily puzzled and unsure how to respond.
"What do you mean?"
Charles Vane inquired, his tone tinged with confusion.
"Aren't we enemies? Why protect me?"
Charlotte Smoothie questioned, her voice carrying a mix of confusion and disbelief.
"The Whitebeard Pirate and the Big Mom Pirate may be enemies, but you and I aren't"
Charles Vane replied after a brief pause.
Charlotte Smoothie shook her head persistently. "What's the difference? We each belong to our own camps. That's something that can't be changed."
"You and I can only be enemies!"
Charles Vane frowned slightly and replied, "No, I believe things can change. Even though you're part of the Big Mom Pirates and one of Big Mom's children, you should have your own freedom and not be restricted by her."
"Do you have to remain part of her pirate group just because you're her child? Maybe you didn't have a choice when you were born, but now, you have the opportunity to choose again"
Charles Vane tried to persuade Charlotte Smoothie, because he felt that the Big Mom was really not a competent mother, let alone a competent Captain of Four Emperors.
"What you think is too simple."
Charlotte Smoothie still shook her head, but her tone was much softer.
Charles Vane continued, "In the Whitebeard Pirates, even as a commander or fleet captain, you won't bear too much burdens. Though the old man isn't related to us by blood, he truly treats us like his own children."
"You can pursue a freedom you've never known before, and you don't have to live in fear like you did under Big Mom's rule!"
Charles Vane suggested earnestly.
Charlotte Smoothie listened carefully to Charles Vane's words, taking them in as she began to ponder her options. However, the deciding factor in her contemplation was her trust and hope in Charles Vane himself.
She realized that none of her biological siblings had shown her the care and concern that Charles Vane had. Their family ties were all bound by their relationship to Big Mom, but Charles Vane's concern seemed to come from genuine care.
The unity among her siblings felt more like a mechanical bond, whereas Charles Vane's concern seemed to stem from genuine care and affection, which resonated with her on a deeper level.
"What you said is what you think, I can't believe it."
Charlotte Smoothie replied skeptically.
Can't believe it? Charles Vane felt that he was getting closer and closer to persuading Charlotte Smoothie.
"Then what will make you believe it? If you're willing, I can take you back to the Whitebeard Pirates and let you experience our way of life firsthand"
Charles Vane suggested earnestly.
Charlotte Smoothie remained skeptical of Charles Vane's intentions, but she couldn't help but ask, a hint of concern in her voice, "Why are you so determined to persuade me?"
Charles Vane slowly walked up, and then hugged Charlotte Smoothie. At that moment, Charlotte Smoothie was shocked. Then when she was about to resist, Charles Vane spit out a word.
"Because I like you."
Charles Vane confessed softly.
Charlotte Smoothie was completely taken aback. She couldn't find words to respond, her resistance melting away in the moment.
"I like you, and I don't want us to be enemies. I want to protect you"
Charles Vane whispered earnestly into Charlotte Smoothie's ear.
These words immediately startled Charlotte Smoothie. For so many years, no man had ever approached her so openly.
Therefore, despite being one of the four Sweet Commanders of the Big Mom Pirates and having a lot of power, she felt a deep sense of loneliness in her heart.
"Charles Vane"
Charlotte Smoothie whispered, her hands instinctively wrapping around him.
At that moment, a figure swiftly descended from the sky, landing near Charles Vane and Charlotte Smoothie.
"Charles Vane, I've been searching for you everywhere. Glad I finally found you,"
Marco said as he landed near them.
Marco's sudden appearance startled them, causing them to release each other abruptly.
"Why are you here, Marco?"
Charles Vane asked nervously.
"Didn't you feel the severe earthquake earlier? Everyone has evacuated completely. You didn't return, so everyone was worried,"
Marco said.
While Marco spoke, he glanced at Charlotte Smoothie, one of the four Sweet Commanders. Naturally, Marco knew her well.
Marco found the scene quite strange. How could a high-ranking member of the Big Mom Pirates like Charlotte Smoothie be embracing Charles Vane as if they had a close relationship?
Marco refrained from asking further, as personal relationships were not his concern. He maintained a curious but respectful demeanor, choosing not to delve deeper into the matter.
Marco noted that Charlotte Smoothie didn't display any hostility towards him, indicating that she might not consider him as an enemy.
"It turned out to be like this, I'm fine, I'm fine."
Charles Vane said immediately, though his tone seemed a bit rushed, almost as if he wished for Marco to leave immediately.
However, Marco clearly couldn't just leave it at that, as this situation was no longer solely Charles Vane's personal affair.
As a core commander of the Whitebeard Pirates, every action Marco took was closely tied to the well-being of the entire crew.
As a leader within the crew, Marco felt needed to understand the situation fully.
"Charles Vane, who is she, and what's your situation now?"
Marco inquired, seeking clarification from Charles Vane despite being aware of Charlotte Smoothie's identity.
"Ah, she, um..."
Charles Vane hesitated, struggling to find the right words.
Although Charles Vane was determined to convince Charlotte Smoothie to join the Whitebeard Pirates, he described the camaraderie and warmth of their crew's atmosphere.
But when it came to introducing her to the rest of the crew, Charles Vane lacked confidence in his explanation. He felt that this approach wasn't quite dignified enough.
"Hmm?"
Marco suddenly became puzzled when he noticed Charles Vane's hesitation.
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TO BE CONTINUED
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