On the rooftop of Cake Castle, the party was in full swing, echoing with laughter and joy.
Amande leaned against her fellow sister Hachée, her usually cool voice tinged with rare anticipation.
"I wonder what Smoothie will look like in a wedding dress."
"Hmm, can't picture it."
"..."
In the bustling noise of the party, the most eye-catching spot was naturally the head table where BIG MOM sat.
Not only were Charlotte's eldest and second sons seated beside her, but several of the underworld's most powerful emperors were also present.
Every movement at that table drew the attention of everyone at the party.
But at this moment, Lu Feld and his two companions were visibly uneasy, like sitting on pins and needles.
Despite having attended many tea parties, this was the most uncomfortable one they had ever experienced.
All because of the man sitting across from BIG MOM.
Donquixote Doflamingo, however, was not paying them any attention.
Leaning his chin on one hand, he stared with amused interest at a newly placed photograph beside him.
In the picture, a nun was smiling brightly.
She was the founder of the Sheep's House in Elbaf, which was supposed to shelter homeless children.
In truth, she was a fake saint who trafficked children—Carmel, one of the most infamous human traffickers.
BIG MOM's current attitude toward Carmel was complicated.
Every tea party, she insisted on placing the photo beside her during meals. Was it nostalgia? Sentiment? Longing?
Yet, when someone pointed at the photo and asked who it was...
Given how she treated Tama in Wano, shouldn't BIG MOM have proudly boasted about her connection with Carmel?
But what did she actually do?
She screamed:
"Don't you dare dig into my memories!!!"
And without hesitation, executed the offender.
Though the truth of how BIG MOM acquired the Soul-Soul Fruit remained unknown, this contradiction made it clear:
The bond between BIG MOM and Carmel—the two Soul-Soul Fruit users—ran far deeper than anyone imagined.
Doflamingo took a sip of champagne, the grin on his face growing wider.
"How interesting," he thought. "Maybe... this is another of BIG MOM's weaknesses."
That dangerous smile only made Lu Feld and the others more anxious.
Lu Feld quickly waved his hand, and his men brought forth a treasure chest.
"I brought you a gift, Charlotte, as a token of congratulations for your daughter's wedding to Doflamingo-sama!"
"Oh! I love treasure chests! What did you prepare for me this time?!"
BIG MOM took it like an excited little girl, shaking it happily in her hands.
The tense atmosphere lightened instantly.
Peclo and Giberson seized the moment and stepped up to offer their own gifts.
...
By the time the gift-giving was over, the pile of presents had grown to nearly match BIG MOM's height.
She showed no intention of opening them.
Because at that moment, the talking Homie clock struck with a loud shout:
"Twelve o'clock sharp!"
The ceremony squad, long prepared, began to play a lively tune.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
Edible fireworks burst and rained down from the sky.
Under the falling confetti, BIG MOM turned with gleeful excitement to the opposite side of the table.
"Mamamama Doffy, the wedding's about to start, are you excited?!"
"Fufufufufu~ Of course. This is the grandest wedding in the world."
Doflamingo smiled and nodded.
It was his first wedding across two lifetimes. Naturally, he was in good spirits.
And with the mission goal nearly within reach, that happiness doubled.
The master of ceremonies, wearing a skull mask, leapt into the scene.
"The fourteenth daughter of the Charlotte Family and Donquixote Doflamingo-sama's royal wedding begins now!!"
"Oooooohhh!!!"
As the crowd erupted in cheers, the sky suddenly darkened under Zeus's power.
Delicate fireworks bloomed, forming the crests of the Charlotte and Donquixote Families.
Beams of light from Prometheus pierced the dark sky like golden threads.
Then, riding atop a white and fluffy Zeus, descended Smoothie in her wedding gown.
Even though Doflamingo had seen Smoothie naked many times, there was still a flicker of genuine admiration in his eyes.
She was tall, and in a wedding dress—she looked stunning.
Zeus gently lowered Smoothie next to Doflamingo and quickly shot back into the sky.
"Smoothie, you look absolutely beautiful today," Doflamingo said with heartfelt praise.
Smoothie blushed and covered her face shyly.
The guests hadn't even finished cheering for this perfect couple...
When suddenly, BIG MOM burst out in booming laughter.
"Mamamama now it's my turn!"
She ripped off her pink outer robe, revealing the wedding dress beneath.
Eyes sparkling with excitement, she stared at the grand door ahead.
The MC popped back up just in time.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the highlight of today's event—BIG MOM and her wedding to seven giant friends—is about to begin!"
The crowd was still frozen in shock.
The sky, which had just brightened a little, darkened again as if the stage lights were about to turn on.
Doom... Doom... Doom!!
Heavy, synchronized footsteps echoed.
BOOM!
A group of towering figures entered the venue.
WHOOOM!
Sunlight pierced the clouds like a spotlight, landing on the newcomers.
Seven giants, dressed rather scantily, struck bodybuilder poses, showing off their enormous muscles.
The guests stared, wide-eyed, whispering among themselves.
"I thought the giants hated BIG MOM?!"
"What's going on? They don't look like they were forced."
"Have the giants... joined BIG MOM's camp?"
"..."
The MC's voice rang out with fervor.
"These seven giants are a gift from Donquixote Doflamingo-sama to Mama."
"A symbol of friendship between the Charlotte Family and the Donquixote Family!"
"Let's give a big round of applause for this wonderful day!!!"
"Oooooooohhh!!!"
The venue turned into a sea of celebration.
BIG MOM laughed joyfully and ran toward the seven giants...
Right behind her, the head chef pushed a super-super-super-GIANT cake.
"Mamamama this is going to be so delicious!"
Stussy, covering her slightly agape mouth, looked at Doflamingo in astonishment.
These giant-like faces reminded her of something... of her own origin.
Could Doflamingo have mastered cloning technology?
Several underworld emperors were now locked onto Doflamingo, all arriving at the same terrifying conclusion.
"The giants didn't side with BIG MOM... They sided with Doflamingo?!"
"Fufufufufu~"
Facing their stunned expressions, Doflamingo grinned wickedly and asked with amusement,
"What's the matter? Aren't you all happy for Lady Linlin's wedding? Or is it that attending my wedding has you feeling... uneasy?"
His words, laced with threat, sent a chill through the three men.
"N-No, of course not! It's just... there were too many surprises at the venue. We were caught off guard, that's all!"
Lu Feld quickly wiped his sweat and raised a glass of champagne.
"Doflamingo-sama, Smoothie, congratulations on your wedding!!"
"Congratulations!!"
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