Hancock couldn't believe it, both men would rather be stuck on the island if it meant saving one person? Hancock had reversed the petrification on the woman and she was excused from the arena, both Goku and Luffy thanked Empress Hancock for returning the woman back to normal but Hancock just looked at them and then went into the Palace. "Sandersonia, Marigold please escorts them into the palace now." Hancock said. "Of course Big sister." Marigold and Sandersonia said. Goku and Luffy walked up to the palace and was told to wait by Hancock as she went into another room, Marigold and Sandersonia were talking to each other silently when Luffy started talking to Goku aloud.

"So you defeated them both huh? That's awesome, I wish I could have helped." said Luffy. "Yeah but don't sweat it you were badly injured in the first place, even if you were about to fight them I might have had to knock you out so you wouldn't get hurt any further." Goku said grinning a goofy grin making both of them laugh.

"Please come in now." Hancock called out to them, Goku and Luffy walked into the other room and saw Hancock revealing her backside with brand that marked her, Goku noticed that it was straining her from even looking at the mark he wondered how she got it in the first place.

"Hey I've seen something similar to this mark, well it's not exactly the same as the one I've seen before. There's this Fishman friend that I have that has a similar marking that looks kinda the same." Luffy said.

"If neither of you know what the bearing of that marks means then it's time you were informed." Said the new voice. A new voice spoke from the room's entrance, prompting everyone to look back. Standing at no more than few feet in height was perhaps the smallest person that Goku had ever seen. It was an elderly woman, presumably a Kuja. The old woman also held onto a cane that was in fact her own snake, while her other hand had in its wrinkled grasp a newspaper. 'She's even smaller than Krillin.' Goku thought to himself. "Elder Nyon!" Marigold and Sandersonia shouted together. A scowl set on Hancock's face. "You again! Where did you...."

"Your name is Monkey D. Luffy, am I correct?" Nyon said. "Yeah how did you know that?" Luffy asked her. "It would be nearly impossible to not recognize the boy who struck at a World Noble." Nyon replied along with gasps being heard by Hancock and her sisters. "A World Noble?!" Hancock replied in disbelief. "Um who is a World Noble?" Goku asked outloud. All heads looked towards Goku as he finished his sentence. "How can you not know who the World Nobles are?" asked Nyon questionably. "Umm..." Goku said scratching his head nervously now. "Looks like you've got a lot of explaining to do." Nyon said. "Yes but before doing so can someone explain to me who are the World Nobles and are they strong?" Goku asked Nyon.

"They're select group of nobles whose ancestors were said to have created the world in their own image. They hold more power than anyone in this world and have the backing of the entire military at their beck and call. They abuse their power to enslave anyone they please, be they human, pirate, Fishmen, or even mermaids." Nyon told the saiyan. Goku angrily clenched his fist up. "Those people should pay for what they have done to those slaves. But I want to take them all on right now to see how powerful they are." Goku said as he grinned at the idea of taking on the most powerful fighters in the one piece world.

"But Goku how will you take them all on? You could barely take on Marigold and Sandersonia even when you went full power?" Hancock asked, Goku. "Heh... Well you see..." Goku said as he scratched his head. Goku told them that he was only 15 percent of his full power.

"15 Percent?!" everyone yelled. "You mean to tell us that you were fighting at 15 percent the entire time?" Marigold and Sandersonia said in shock. "Yeah... I thought maybe if I used too much power I might accidently destroy the island." Goku said slowly. The three sisters and the old kuja looked at each other wondering how one man can have this much power yet be so gentle and have a pure of heart. "Um Goku, you promised us that you would explain yourself." the old kuja asked "Yes I did, very well, you might want to take a seat it may take awhile." Goku said while sitting down getting comfy.

It took Goku a couple of hours to briefly explain how he was from another world similar to theirs, how he was from a warrior race called the saiyans, how he was raised on Earth and went on an adventure at a young age to find the 7 dragon balls, he also described how he was the protector of Earth after defeating enemies such as his rival Vegeta, the tyrant lord Frieza, the bio android Cell, Majin Buu, Frieza's older brother Cooler, a space pirate Bojack etc., later on to being the protector of the galaxy for stopping an enemy called Moro who threatened to destroy anything in his way by using old magic. He finally ended it by explaining how he was celebrating with his friends over their victory against Moro when he was accidentally wished away from his world into this world, the one piece world. "Well that's how I got to your island." Goku explained, he was worried that his explanation might make them think he sounded as though he'd gone insane in the head.

But to his surprise, the three sisters and the kuja elder had believed every word he had said, they hung onto every word he had told him, asking him questions such as the difference between their worlds, all except Luffy who dozed off after Goku explained his encounter with the ginyu force. "Surprisingly, yours is not the strangest I have ever heard." Nyon replied.

"Well, I think we should conclude story time for today." Hancock turned to Luffy. "The ship will be ready by tomorrow morning. Until then, you're free to rest in the palace, though I would ask that you refrain from wandering too far. A feast is already in the process of being made and should be finished shortly, your free to joi-" The empress didn't even finish her sentence before the two men dashed off towards the banquet hall, before going any farther Goku turned around towards Hancock and bowed. "Thank you from both me and Luffy." Goku said smiling and saluting his two fingers from his forehead before heading off to catch up to Luffy. Hancock stifled a giggle at the man's antics.

The Feast lasted for hours and the Kuja villagers piled in to watch the men closely to see what they did. "Hey Goku want to have an eating match? I've never lost once." Luffy grinned. "Same here then, ok then let's go!" After a few minutes of non-stop eating the victor was Son Goku with 85 plates full of food empty while Luffy came up with 62 plates full of food empty, "How can you eat so much." Luffy said with stars for eyes. "I could ask the same for you." Goku laughed, "It's because I have a very fast metabolism that it allows me to consume more food for energy." He said. "I just always feel hungry." luffy replied. Both broke down laughing as they realized they have a lot in common; food. Eventually the Feast ended and the kuja women were starting to leave so they could go back to their homes, Luffy passed out sleeping from eating so much food while goku flew out the window to get some fresh air.

Goku flew towards the cliffs that started this entire quest and saw the entire palace from this view, he still was appalled on hearing how Hancock and her sister had to endure pain and suffering while enslaved by the Celestial dragons, Goku couldn't believe that it was still happening to this day, this was infuriating the good hearted saiyan, 'No one should have to be treated like this.' Goku thought, he found his purpose in this world, Goku already had plans on visiting these World Nobles when the time came. Though, in the meantime, the Saiyan also had the intention of accompanying Luffy on his voyage to return to his friends. It just so happened that Luffy's destination was also the home of many of the World Nobles, and where their despicable acts of cruelty took place.

Exhausted Goku flew towards the jungle and rested on top of a tree just like he did as a little kid and soon fell asleep. Boa Hancock walked around the palace thinking of the day's event and the request Elder Nyon and Luffy asked of her, the young pirate that had caused such a stir in the world as of late had begged the empress to help him save his brother, who clearly meant the world to him. Hancock had felt compelled to assist Luffy simply from the desperation that he exuded, and the fact that he had helped her sister' Marigold from being attacked by a couple of beasts even when she had tried to capture him, this had certainly helped his cause. But there was still something holding her back, and that hesitance alone gave her pause. She told Luffy that she would think his request over the night and give him her decision tomorrow. They wouldn't be departing anywhere until tomorrow so she had given herself some time to collect her thoughts and come to a decision.

"Come to think of it, that other man, Goku wasn't there with Luffy and the old hag when they spoke their case." Boa Hancock gasped slightly in shock as a sudden thought struck her like thunder. "Was the reason for my hesitance somehow cause by his lack of presence on the situation?" She asked herself. She couldn't believe it no she wouldn't believe it. The idea itself left the Kuja Empress simply befuddled. "Is my decision really contingent on what that man's stance is? Preposterous!" She denied, why would she value the opinion of this man, whom she had hardly known for a day, more than even her sisters or her own opinion? Hancock grew tired. She entered into her chamber towards the comforting sight of her bed. "Perhaps sleep will bring me the answers I seek."

The next day came and Goku flew up to the chambers to see Luffy and Nylon talking to each other. "Hey what's going on?" Goku asked. "We are awaiting the decision of Empress Hancock if she would help Luffy getting his brother back Portgas D. Ace and join the other shichibukai in the war with Whitebeard. Ace is to be executed by the marines very soon so we need to get a decision from Hancock as soon as possible." Goku looked at Luffy who was keeping his head low and away from anyone's view.

"Those Marine fools." Elder Nyon spoke with clear distaste in her voice. "I can't believe that they forced a confrontation with Whitebeard of all people. Neither side will walk away without casualties. What were they thinking?" She said. "I would wager that there wasn't much thought involved in the first place." Hancock's voice was heard as she entered the chamber behind Goku. She averted her eyes when they met Goku's and began to fidget under his gaze. "Hancock! So are you going to help me get my brother back from Impel Down?" Luffy asked looking up now. Hancock had the entire night to think over Luffy's request but still hasn't come up with a decision.

Before the Kuja empress could make out a proper reply, Goku stepped forward, lightly brushing Luffy to the side. Hancock met the Saiyan's onyx deep eyes and found herself strangely fixated with their depth. Hancock's legs began to feel a little weak and her face slightly warm. "I know that this is a rather huge favor to ask, but could you please help Luffy?" He asked the Kuja empress. 'If only it were so easy.' Elder Nyon thought to herself wearily. She of knew how difficult it was to persuade Hancock of anything that she was reluctant to do. The woman's personality suited only to her needs and that of her sisters, but not much beyond that. "I've been trying to convince Hancock in responding to the government's call for the Shichibukai ever since they sent the notice, but she's always turned me down, despite knowing the jeopardy that she puts our country in for her negligence. They even sent a vice-captain to personally convince and escort her back to Marineford." She says to the two men.

A light blush dashed across Hancock's cheeks, making her usual beautiful features even more mesmerizing if it were possible. "If that is what you truly wish...then I shall go wherever you desire." The Kuja empress's declaration threw the sisters and Elder Nyon aback with sheer surprise. They started open-mouthed at the spectacle that was their empress, acting like a love-struck schoolgirl.

"Alright! We're going to save my brother Ace!" yelled luffy while jump up and down out of pure joy Goku smiled and took Hancock's hand and shook it. "Thank you very much it .really means a lot to Luffy and me." He says to Hancock. This causes the Empress face to turn red and blush even harder, after he lets go he joins Luffy in his celebration.

Elder Nyon looked as equally perplexed as the Kuja sisters, trying to rationalize the strange scene. She looked closely at Hancock to gauge her face and reactions. The empress had a look of fawning on her features and a faint red hue stained her cheeks. Her eyes would shyly peek at the man called Goku when he wasn't looking and she constantly toyed with her fingers. It was an action so unlike Hancock.

"What could've brought about this sudden change of character?" Nyon asks. Realization struck the elder like a bolt of thunder. The elder Kuja gasped. 'Of course! Hancock is suffering from Lovesickness. It's the only explanation.' Nyon thought to herself. If her hunch was correct and Hancock did indeed suffer from Lovesickness, then Hancock would have no choice but to comply with the wishes of this Goku, less she fall victim to the same condition that ended the life of her predecessor. The elder's swollen lips thinned tightly with worry. "I'll need to speak with Hancock before she plans to depart. Thankfully, her decision to help the straw hat boy happens to coincide with the benefit of our country's livelihood." Nyon said. Helping Luffy meant that Hancock would need to appeal to the call of the Marines, which would therefore prevent the World Government from revoking Hancock's position as a Shichibukai.

The elder heaved a weary sigh as she leaned on her staff. She then looked at the orange-clad Saiyan warrior that had somehow found a way to bring out a softer side of Boa Hancock, other than her usual cold and hard demeanor. "I don't know how you did it, but you actually managed to worm your way into Hancock's heart. That was something that I had feared was lost forever in her deeply troubled past. For our empress's sake and that of our nation, I pray that you aren't the type of man who would take advantage of this."