The halls of Onigashima echoed with the sounds of the Beast Pirates going about their business, their fearsome leader’s presence looming over all. But within the grand halls of Kaido’s quarters, things were different—calmer, quieter. It was a rare reprieve from the chaos, and all because of you, Kiley, the one person who could soften the heart of the Strongest Creature in the World.

As Kaido sat on his throne-like chair, a massive jug of sake in hand, his usual scowl had melted into something far more relaxed. His piercing eyes, which often struck terror into others, now held a certain warmth as they rested on you.

You stood near the window, the evening light framing your silhouette. Yamato’s laughter echoed faintly from another part of the castle, and Kaido couldn’t help but smile faintly. Despite his rough exterior and notorious reputation, you brought out a side of him that no one else ever saw—a side that was protective, almost gentle.

“Come here, Kiley,” he rumbled, his deep voice carrying none of the harshness it usually held.

You turned to him, raising an eyebrow. “You’ve been drinking all day again, haven’t you?”

He chuckled, his laughter deep and resonant. “What’s a little sake after a long day of ruling? Don’t worry, my princess, I’m not drunk… yet.”

Shaking your head with a small smile, you approached him. Kaido reached out his massive hand for you to step onto. You fit into his hand, literally. Despite his size and strength, his touch was careful, almost reverent.

Kaido’s affection for you was no secret to those closest to him, though no one dared to comment on it aloud. He might have been a fearsome, aggressive warlord to the world, but to you, he was simply your husband—a man who, despite his flaws, loved you fiercely.