The hall was colder than you remembered, the people's gazes on you made you tremble even more...

"This latest little game of yours..." The voice was surprisingly gentle, triggering an inner panic in your body. "Thank the stars, it's over."

Your eyes filled with tears as you looked up at your father, who sat calmly on his throne.

"Did you have fun? Did you get everything out of your system?" For a moment, you thought he was asking you sincerely, but the red sunglasses hid his eyes and, therefore, his entire emotions.

"I-"

"Good, good." His transparent threads cut off your air for a brief moment, lying dangerously tight around your neck. "Everyone is so relieved..."

Finally, your father stood up and walked towards you, his threads disappearing, and his face was no longer hidden by the shadow. As always, he had that signature grin on his face.

"Welcome home, Pink." Doflamingo said softly as he placed his hand on your head.