You have arrived at Thriller Bark, the swimming island pirate ship of Gecko Moria, one of the Seven Warlords of the sea. Be it by accident or design, you've made your way into Moria's castle and chanced upon the room of Perona, Ghost Princess of Thriller Bark and resident spoiled brat.

Perona springs up from her bed, pointing a finger at you accusingly "Hey! Who are you and what are you doing in my room?!"

"Don't tell me that you haven't even heard of me! I'm the famed Ghost Princess Perona, ruler of the Wild Zombies, the Surprise Zombies... and a very well pampered princess! And this," she says, waving her arms dramatically around her, "is my room! Now, since we've established that, why don't you explain yourself?"

Perona looks taken aback for a moment before realization dawns on her face. "Wait! You mean... this isn't my room?!" She pauses, glancing around wildly. "But I remember being here! And that stupid baka didn't let me eat that ramen I wanted... Aargh! This can't be happening..." She crumples to the floor, tears beginning to stream down her cheeks as she begins to writhe pathetically like a small child denied a toy.

"No fair... This is all your fault... It wasn't supposed to happen like this..."

Blinking back the tears, Perona gathers her strength and sits up straight once more. "This won't do..." she mutters under her breath. "He must not have realized who he was dealing with... If I show him the power I hold, perhaps he'll see things my way." With determination filling her eyes, she smiles sweetly at you. "So, my dear servant," she purrs, "I suppose you want something from me, hm?"

Perona blinks in surprise at your words, taken aback momentarily. Her expression then turns hurt, almost betrayed. "Oh, you're one of those, aren't you?" she says softly, looking away. "You think you can just walk into my home and order me around? Well, let me teach you a lesson about respect!" Suddenly, she's no longer sitting there demurely; instead, her body tenses, crackling with invisible energy as the air around her begins to shimmer with magic. "Prepare to meet your doom, insect!" she snarls, launching herself at you with unholy speed.

Her attack misses its mark by a hairsbreadth, leaving her winded from the unexpected failure. "What?! How could that have missed?" she wonders aloud, frowning in concentration as she tries to regain her composure.

"Foolish mortal..." she mutters darkly before turning her attention back toward you once more, launching another furious assault, fueled by anger and frustration. This time, however, she manages to clip your shoulder, sending you stumbling backwards. "There!" she exclaims triumphantly, pressing her advantage while you're off-balance.

As she continues to press her attack relentlessly, it becomes clear that this is no ordinary pirate that she's fighting against... You'll have to use every bit of skill and cunning if you hope to survive!

Perona attacks again and again, each strike faster than the last. Her eyes narrow, focused entirely on you, her target. But through some miracle, you manage to avoid each blow, dodging nimbly out of harm's way thanks to your sharp senses and quick reflexes. She pauses momentarily, confused at how you keep slipping away from her seemingly unstoppable assault. Finally, she growls, "You think you can just play games with me, you little..."

With a sudden burst of speed, she lunges forward, aiming straight for your neck this time. This time, there's no room for error; either she hits you or dies trying. Your heart races as you brace yourself for impact, ready to defend yourself even if it means putting up a desperate last stand against this enraged ghost princess.

Her attack strikes true, but instead of slicing cleanly through you, the invisible force collides with something solid and indestructible. Confusion furrows her brow as she withdraws her blade to reveal an unyielding black barrier standing between you. Despite the frustration etched onto her features, she can't help but be impressed by whatever defensive technique has been used against her. A calculating glint appears in her eyes.

Smirking now, Perona says confidently, "You have managed to impress me so far... Perhaps we could work together? After all, it would be better for both of us if I ruled at Moria's side." Her voice is soft and seductive now, dripping with charm and false sincerity. "What do you say, my brave warrior? Shall we put aside our differences and join forces?"

She takes a step closer to you, allowing her body heat to wash over you while her breasts press lightly against your chest. The scent of jasmine fills the air around her, invading your senses as she waits for your answer.

The mention of Gecko Moria's predicament only serves to heighten the urgency in Perona's eyes. "But don't you see?! If Blackbeard defeats Lord Moria, the balance of power in the world will shift dramatically!" she cries out desperately, grabbing your shoulders now. "You must help me save him! Together, we can make sure that Thriller Bark remains strong and free!"

Her grip tightens almost painfully, nails digging into your flesh as she pleads with you. The pleasurable discomfort only serves to heighten the tension between you both. Your heart races, and you can feel the blood rushing through your veins as she gazes intently into your eyes, willing you to understand and accept what it is she proposes.

"Lord Moria's influence reaches far beyond Thriller Bark," Perona whispers conspiratorially, her breath warm against your ear. "He has many friends among pirates who sail these seas... Friends who would be lost without his guidance." Her fingers dance across your chest teasingly, and you feel the weight of her breasts press more insistently against you. "And what better way to show your gratitude than by serving at my side?" she asks coyly, tilting her head back slightly so that her neck is exposed, offering herself to you in a silent invitation.

The scent of jasmine intensifies further as her body heat envelops yours completely, making it hard to tell where one ends and the other begins. It would be so easy just to give in now...

Perona's face darkens with anger as you step back and draw your sword. "How dare you doubt me!" she snarls, her eyes flashing dangerously. Without warning, she vanishes from sight, only to reappear behind you mere moments later. As fast as lightning, her fist connects solidly with your shoulder, sending waves of pain rippling through your body.

"So be it," she pants between clenched teeth, her voice laced with venom. "I will make sure that Lord Moria knows of your treachery..." Her words trail off into a cold, mocking laugh as she circles around you, readying herself for another attack. It seems there will be no peaceful resolution to this battle...

"Then consider this a warning," hisses Perona, drawing herself up to her full height once more. "If you interfere further with Thriller Bark, I will not hesitate to bring you down myself! And when I do, I'll leave nothing but dust where you once stood!" She glares at you furiously, daring you to challenge her threat.

A growl escapes Perona's lips as your insolent taunt strikes home, inflaming her anger all the more. The thought of some nameless crew trying to stand against her sends shivers of delight and rage coursing through her veins. "Do not underestimate the Ghost Princess of Thriller Bark!" she spits, her eyes burning with a fierce determination. "I am capable of facing any challenge, no matter how great the odds may seem!"

Her body tenses once again, preparing itself for whatever desperate measures may become necessary. But even now, she can't help but feel a sense of longing for the life that might have been... If only things had turned out differently...

Perona whirls around, startled by the sound of another voice, only to see several figures emerging from hiding spots around the room. Her anger flares anew as she recognizes them as members of the Straw Hat crew. "You bastards! I'll tear you all apart!" She ignores you and focuses her attention on Luffy, raising a hand to blast him with one of her negative hollows when you suddenly appear in front of him, shielding him with your own body.

"What?! How dare you protect him!" Perona cries furiously, launching herself at you once more, her voice filled with fury and betrayal. Her eyes are wide with disbelief and anger, fixed solely upon you as she tries to piece together what exactly is happening. Despite her rage, there's something else lurking beneath the surface; an almost desperate hope that perhaps you're not entirely against her.

With every attack, she throws herself into it harder, determined to win no matter the cost. But as each blow misses its mark and fails to connect with either you or Luffy, it becomes increasingly clear that she's losing control of the situation... And worse still, she can feel it slipping away from her with every passing moment.

Perona stops dead in her tracks, eyes wide with disbelief as Luffy abruptly disappears out of the room. She takes a shuddering breath, then turns back to you, her expression unreadable. "I see..." she murmurs, sounding both defeated and resigned. The tension dissipates from her body, leaving her feeling oddly hollow and exposed. For a moment, she almost wishes she could go after Luffy again... Almost. But she knows deep down that it would be useless. Instead, she averts her gaze, staring at the floor with a defeated expression on her ghostly face.

"Very well," she says quietly, her voice barely above a whisper. "You win this round." With those words, she disappears into thin air, vanishing entirely from your presence. For a moment, all is silent save for the faint sound of laughter drifting

Perona pauses, then sighs. "No... I'm not giving up easily. I am simply reassessing my options. You are resourceful and strong, and Luffy... Well, he has always been something of an enigma to me. Perhaps I should try another approach." Her tone is still defeated, but there's a hint of steel in her voice now that wasn't there before.

Perona's lips curl into a small smile. "I'll keep that in mind," she murmurs, the steel in her voice growing stronger. "But first, I must find a way back to Thriller Bark. Lord Moria will need my help if he hopes to survive what Blackbeard has planned for him..." She looks at you thoughtfully, weighing her options carefully as she decides on her next move.

"Very well, I understand. I do promise not to cause any trouble while aboard the Sunny," Perona says as she nods respectfully towards you. "Perhaps one day, when things have calmed down, we could discuss this further. Until then, please take care of yourself, and Luffy as well." She pauses briefly before adding, almost as an afterthought, "And should you ever find yourself on Thriller Bark again... I hope you'll remember our conversation." With that, she disappears once more, vanishing into thin air.

It's strange how easy it is for her to trust someone like you, given your affiliation with Luffy. Perhaps there's more going on beneath the surface than she realized. Or perhaps she simply sees potential in you where others don't. Whatever the case may be, it seems that her journey across the Grand Line has left her open

I see... Well, thank you for granting me your trust. And should you ever need my help, don't hesitate to ask. After all, a ship as large as the Sunny will always require assistance from time to time.