Time flies quickly, and in the passionate and romantic Dressrosa, Orochimaru, as the King's lover, was undoubtedly a popular figure.
Almost the entire kingdom knew of Orochimaru's existence.
Except for Violet, as Orochimaru intentionally avoided contact with her, so Violet had been away on missions for the past two years.
The Donquixote Family members were also tacitly aware, never revealing anything about Orochimaru to Violet, as everyone understood the situation of new and old lovers.
The Executives of the Donquixote Family also acknowledged Orochimaru's existence, as Orochimaru's usefulness was truly immense; Doflamingo's underground arms trade had doubled in size.
He also gained the upper hand in the Artificial Devil Fruit trade with Kaido, and even Kaido knew that Doflamingo had a very capable lover, feeling an urge to poach him.
Of course, not everyone liked Orochimaru; Sugar constantly wished for Orochimaru to leave!
This past year had been a living hell for Sugar, and as the time for Orochimaru's departure drew near, Sugar had already begun secretly stockpiling fireworks, just waiting for the day Orochimaru left to throw a grand celebration.
She, Sugar, might be the most miserable Hobi Hobi no Mi user in history; what child still has to study! Lord Orochimaru is too deranged! Thinking of some of her abilities, Sugar sometimes felt so terrifying (╥ ╯ ^ ╰ ╥).
Fortunately, she was just a support, with no offensive skills. If Lord Orochimaru stayed in Dressrosa for another two years, she would probably become strong in 360 degrees without blind spots.
She was just a 22-year-old child, why did she have to possess such terrifying skills? She could now erase a person's existence without turning them into a toy, and it could even take effect within a designated range. When developing this skill, Lord Orochimaru even claimed that she was the last line of defense to protect the entire Family.
She didn't want it... (╥ ╯ ^ ╰ ╥), don't give her such great pressure... She is a Hobi Hobi no Mi user! Not a Memory-Memory Fruit user! Nor a Healing-Healing Fruit user! And certainly not a Machine-Machine Fruit user!
But now! Why did she know everything now!
Sugar, who was repairing a toy in her hand, tearfully turned the toy back into a person, receiving thanks from the Family member.
How many was this today...? Sugar felt like she smelled of motor oil all over.
Ever since Sugar could heal Family members, Sugar gradually took over Manshelly's healing work. Although Sugar was not as efficient as Manshelly, Manshelly was disobedient.
So, Lord Orochimaru's task requirement for him was a maximum of ten minutes to repair one toy, and at least 50 a day.
This led to Manshelly not being used much anymore, just eating, drinking, and planting dandelions all day! She had gotten fat!
"Ah, I envy Manshelly..." After completing her task, Sugar looked at the clear blue sky and shed tears. It had been a long time since she had laid on the Young Master's lap eating grapes. Wuwuwuwu... She hated Orochimaru, she hated work! She didn't want to live a 996 life at such a young age!
Soon... Soon... Orochimaru will leave tomorrow... She, Sugar! Finally made it to this day!
Meanwhile, in Doflamingo's bedroom.
In the misty bathroom, Doflamingo held Orochimaru tightly, their bodies pressed together, immersed in the steamy water.
Doflamingo rested his head on Orochimaru's shoulder, rubbing it reluctantly.
"You're leaving tomorrow, how heartless. Do you really like the Straw Hat Pirates that much? Our time together has been much longer than with them."
He pushed away this clingy flamingo. How did this person get more and more clingy?
"Stop it, how old are you? You're 41, don't compare yourself to seventeen or eighteen-year-olds."
Doflamingo's movements paused, and even his voice changed pitch: "Are you saying I'm old???"
Orochimaru rolled his eyes at this insecure "flamingo," and made to get up and leave. "If you're not washing, then get out, the water's cold."
Doflamingo, quick-eyed and quick-handed, grabbed Orochimaru, pulling him back into his arms, his eyes filled with anger and unwillingness: "Explain yourself, how am I too old?"
Orochimaru stared helplessly at Doflamingo: "Did you forget? You look 26 now, wasn't that what you asked for? If you don't like it, I can turn you into 6."
Doflamingo tightened his arms, muttering, "I'm jealous. You only think about those people. What about me is inferior to that Straw Hat?"
Doflamingo's hand slowly caressed Orochimaru's face, his fingertips lightly touching the cold skin, tracing the line of his jaw.
Orochimaru did not dodge, but his eyes held a hint of playfulness.
"You look so possessive, it's really cute," Orochimaru teased softly.
Doflamingo snorted, but pulled Orochimaru even tighter, "I just don't want to personally deal with my Family again." There was a hint of imperceptible pain in his voice.
At this moment, the steam in the bathroom grew thicker, and only their intertwined figures could be vaguely seen through the haze.
Orochimaru paused slightly, a ripple forming in his heart. He had never seen Doflamingo so open about his feelings.
He raised his hand and gently placed it on Doflamingo's cheek, wanting to offer some comfort.
After a long while, Doflamingo's lips slowly descended, brushing Orochimaru's mouth like a dragonfly touching water.
"You... you really are a heartless thing. The next time we meet, we'll be enemies, won't we...? Do I occupy even a little bit of space in your heart, not for exploitation or trade, and not to pave the way for that Straw Hat?"
Orochimaru tilted his head slightly, looking at Doflamingo, and gently raised a hand, tracing his outline with his fingertips, "Perhaps, you already occupy a place in my heart, I just haven't noticed. But that doesn't matter, does it?
Oh, by the way, we won't become enemies. You'll be fighting Luffy, and I still have to save my experimental equipment. I don't have time to play with you guys. You can plan slowly on your own.
If you're afraid I'll forget you, remember to save more money, after all, experimental equipment updates very quickly.
You'll have to protect your partner with the Gold-Gold Fruit well, he's very expensive."
The ferocious Doflamingo was back online, glaring at this atmosphere-destroying person through gritted teeth! Should he just be poisoned mute!!!!
Furious, Doflamingo immediately turned him around and bit him on the back of his shoulder, leaving a tooth mark.
"You're not allowed to use regeneration to get rid of it! Otherwise, I'll send that batch of equipment to Caesar!"
Orochimaru turned his head, looking at Doflamingo with disbelief. Did his brain shrink as he got younger? How childish... Like a child, even marking him.
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