After Luffy left, Hera released the news of the capture of the Baroque Works group and stayed for a few more days. While enjoying the local dancers, she was discovered by Ain.
Ain asked from behind Hera, "How is it? Does it look good?"
Hera nodded and said, "It really does look good. Look at that flat belly without a trace of fat and those plump thighs. Combined with the local traditional clothing, it's indeed very nice."
Hearing this, Ain's tone turned cold. "Oh? Compared to your partner?"
Only then did Hera realize something was wrong. That voice just now sounded like Ain's. She turned her head stiffly and saw Ain dressed in a dancer's outfit.
Blue hair floated in the air, and in her eyes, besides anger, there was a hint of shyness.
Hera hurried to wrap her cloak around her, blocking the view. "You dummy, we're still outside."
Ain wrapped herself in the cloak and continued to ask, "How is it? You still haven't said if it looks good."
Hera said, "It looks good. Ain looks good in anything."
Ain continued, "Oh? Compared to the dancer performing down there?"
Hera said, "Ain is naturally better looking than that dancer. That's why you should hide it; you're not allowed to let others see. Only I can see."
Hearing this, Ain took Hera's hand and hugged her. Activating the Float-Float Fruit's ability, she took Hera and flew up.
Hera was slightly flustered, not knowing what Ain was planning to do.
Ain took Hera to the hotel King Cobra had prepared for them. After tossing Hera onto the bed, she took off the cloak and said shyly, "Now, only you can see."
While Hera was still a bit lost, Ain had already pressed close and kissed Hera's lips.
After a long time, their lips parted. Ain hugged Hera and said softly, "I've already asked; everyone else is out. Right now, it's just the two of us."
Hera's face was flushed from Ain's kiss. She looked at Ain with dazed eyes, her tone even more like she was acting spoiled, as if she hadn't quite realized the situation yet. "W-what are you doing?"
Looking at Hera pinned beneath her, Ain seemed to understand Kuina's thoughts a bit. Her originally shy gaze became extremely aggressive as she whispered in Hera's ear, "Of course, I'm going to make you feel good."
Only now did Hera want to struggle, but it was too late. The Spirit Physique brought her not only overpowered mechanics and numerical strength but also a sensitive body.
Ain pinned Hera down and removed her clothes, saying, "Kuina has had so many turns; it's about time it was mine."
After saying that, feeling the sweet fragrance in Hera's mouth, she kissed her again.
Hera surrendered under Ain's offensive. Although her body said no, her spirit dress had already dissolved into particles of light, leaving only her underwear.
Seeing this, Ain teased Hera, slowly stroking the soft warmth hidden beneath the spirit dress. "Oh? Though your mouth is dishonest, your body's reaction is quite honest."
Hera was left hanging by Ain, panting heavily. The room door slowly closed amidst Hera and Ain's soft gasps.
The City of Devouring Time isolated the room, blocking out Hera's gradually rising voice.
Kuina, who had returned first after shopping, looked at the pitch-black room blocked by the City of Devouring Time. She sighed and left.
The isolation of the City of Devouring Time lasted until the next morning. An energetic Ain was the first to step out of the room.
Hera deliberately waited a while after Ain left before coming out of the room. Seeing no one outside, she patted her chest in relief and sneaked to the dining hall.
As soon as she reached the dining hall, the other crew members all stared at Hera. Feeling guilty, Hera ate her breakfast and asked, "What's wrong? Everyone, eat. Why are you looking at me?"
Reiju sighed as she looked at Hera trying to cover it up. "Stop pretending. We all know."
Hera looked at everyone in shock. "What do you know? That shouldn't be possible. The City of Devouring Time should be able to block Observation Haki."
Nami was a bit speechless and said, "Is it possible that when we found your room blocked by the City of Devouring Time and neither you nor Ain were outside, anyone could guess?"
Perona said, "Besides, one can tell just by looking at your slightly weak expression."
Hera forced herself to perk up and asked, "Is it really that obvious?"
Kuina nodded. "Yes, very obvious. And Ain's complexion is clearly much more spirited."
Hera gave a bitter smile. She didn't want it to be like this, but after Spirit Transformation, her bodily fluids contained a faint spiritual energy that would gradually improve others' physiques.
While one side became increasingly exhausted, the other became increasingly energetic. Thus, it was always Hera who couldn't withstand her opponent's offensive.
Ain began to tease, "Isn't this our Hera who gets stronger and stronger on the battlefield? How come you're no good on another kind of battlefield? I wonder who was begging for mercy all last night."
Hearing this, Hera couldn't stay any longer. She hurriedly stuffed a few pieces of meat into her mouth and fled. "Captain Hina is coming to pick up the criminals today. I'm going to take a look."
After Hera left, the remaining crew members couldn't help but laugh.
Ain and Kuina didn't forget to share their experiences. Ain licked her lips and said, "Kuina was right; Hera is indeed sweet."
Having escaped, Hera arrived at the harbor via the Taurus Sword. She brought the now-awake Sir Crocodile, Mr. 2 Ivankov, and Mr. 3 Galdino, handing the three over to Hina.
Hina frowned as she saw only three people. "Hina doesn't believe it. There are only these three?"
Hera nodded and said indignantly, "That's right. The others ran too fast. No team spirit at all."
The awakened Sir Crocodile listened to Hera's words with eyes full of disbelief. He clearly remembered that after he was knocked out by Luffy, his subordinates had all been knocked out and sent over.
Although Hina had some doubts about whether it was true, she didn't say anything and took custody of the three.
Hera asked, "Are these three being sent directly to Impel Down?"
Hina nodded. "All three are ability users, and Sir Crocodile is even a former Shichibukai. Ordinary prisons can't hold them."
Hera looked at the Sea Stone handcuffs Sir Crocodile was wearing and made an irresponsible guess. "Is it because the Sea Stone handcuffs suppressed his ability that he regained Armament Haki after he got out?"
Then, being truly curious about his gender issue, Hera said to Hina, "You go out for a moment. I want to ask him some things."
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