"However," Doflamingo's voice paused, and he smoothly slid his hand to Orochimaru's chin, lifting it slightly to make their gazes meet again.
"With me, you'll find even more unexpected pleasures.
After all, I taught you this experience, didn't I…?"
Doflamingo's voice carried a hint of triumph; after all, this snake didn't understand lust before.
Orochimaru's eyes narrowed slightly, and a faint, almost imperceptible curve played on his lips, but he said nothing.
He simply raised a hand and gently rested it on Doflamingo's back, his fingers tapping lightly, as if deep in thought.
A moment later, he slowly spoke, "That depends on whether you have the ability, Doffy."
Hearing Orochimaru's response, Doflamingo let out a low chuckle, full of certainty.
"I'm not one to force things.
I'll wait until you agree… but… I'll still collect interest."
Orochimaru tilted his head back slightly, his body gradually relaxing.
As the air slowly warmed,
they were lost in each other's embrace.
Outside the window, night deepened, and all the clamor seemed to be shut out by an invisible barrier. Inside, only their intertwined breaths and heartbeats could be heard.
The morning sun filtered through the sheer curtains, spilling onto the disheveled bed.
Doflamingo was the first to wake. Looking at Orochimaru, who was still sound asleep beside him, a complex emotion flickered in his eyes.
There was the joy of collecting interest, and also thoughts about an uncertain future… (´ο｀*) Ah, when would he truly get to taste him? So sad… When Orochimaru woke, he found Doflamingo gazing at him. He said nothing, simply rose quietly and began to tidy his clothes.
Doflamingo also got up, breaking the silence: "Today, there's still a lot to do."
Orochimaru nodded slightly. They both knew that their ambitions and plans would not be halted by last night's passion.
Orochimaru looked at Doflamingo.
"By the way, I'm going to the underground port later to put away some sensitive items. I'll replace them all with playing cards.
Joker selling playing cards suits your identity well.
Also, the Revolutionary Army is already investigating. They should be sneaking into the Colosseum, but I forgot who was coming. You be careful.
And those things in the SMILE Factory? Those are all money.
In the Dressrosa palace, anything not belonging to the King Riku Family, have Monet sort out a list for me. I'm taking it all.
Don't think I'm doing this for you. I just don't want my 'pleasure' to end so soon."
Doflamingo grinned, watching the chattering Orochimaru, but he also understood that the relationship between them had deepened another layer without him realizing it.
He directly picked the person up and placed him on his lap.
Orochimaru leaned against him languidly, a hint of indulgence in his eyes.
He allowed Doflamingo's long, slightly calloused fingers to weave through his clothes, helping him get dressed.
The morning sun streamed through the window, casting a unique picture upon them.
After eating, Orochimaru slowly got up and began to deal with some items and matters that needed to be collected.
Along the way, his thoughts drifted a bit, as he was curious about what Law and the others would do.
The entrance to the casino was bustling with people, noisy and chaotic.
Orochimaru's gaze was inadvertently drawn to a group of peculiar figures.
Luffy, Kin'emon, and Zoro, all wearing sharp black suits, had conspicuous white beards glued to their faces.
They stood there, each holding a plate of squid ink pasta, slurping noodles while watching Fujitora being scammed.
Orochimaru was instantly silent. What were they doing?
Meaningless disguises, pretending they hadn't been here?
Would their thought process never change?
Even if Doffy and his group knew they were here, they still had to disguise themselves???
Before the dealer started cheating Fujitora, Orochimaru directly stepped… uh… awkwardly retracted his leg.
He took small steps… and walked in.
A group of Donquixote Family members were busy in the casino. Suddenly seeing Orochimaru appear, everyone was startled at first, then instantly bowed in unison.
"Lord Orochimaru, welcome back. Do you have something to do this time? Or are you withdrawing money?"
One masked man, who seemed to be a minor Executive, spoke first, his voice filled with reverence and flattery.
He knew well the subtle yet special relationship between Orochimaru and Doflamingo. In this Family, though Orochimaru was not a Family Executive, his status was crucial.
"I'm looking for someone and withdrawing money… Prepare all the assets in the account. I'm taking them. Once this game is over, the casino will close, after all, we are honest merchants."
Hearing Orochimaru's hint, the Executive instantly understood that there were important figures among the customers whom they couldn't offend. He nodded knowingly.
Orochimaru walked directly to Luffy and the others, who were pretending not to know him, looking speechless.
Watching Luffy nervously look at the sky, refusing to meet his gaze… made him even more speechless.
"You old men, numbers 1-2-3-4, the casino is closing. Finish your food and leave quickly."
Upon hearing this, Luffy, with lightning speed, crammed all the food into his mouth, his cheeks bulging. Then he pulled Kin'emon and the others and ran off.
After running out of the casino, Luffy and his group hid in a narrow alley outside.
Luffy heavily patted his chest, saying with lingering fear, "That was close… I almost got recognized by Orochimaru."
Franky and Sanji exchanged glances, both seeing deep speechlessness in each other's eyes. Only a fool wouldn't recognize them, Orochimaru was just playing along, right?
Sanji, who had just lit a cigarette to complain, looked around.
"Wait… Where did that Mosshead go?????"
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