Doflamingo was returning to Dressrosa from an ‘excursion’ (assassination) on the Numancia, and as expected, the second he stepped off the ship he was greeted with cheers and applause of the city folk.

Their beloved king had returned.

As he was walking down the platform, he slyly hit Law and Baby 5 out of the way, and then resumed his grand facade yet a moment later. You were the first he greeted.

“Ah, it’s been too long, my dearest.” Doflamingo grinned widely and picked you up, earning a few more ‘woo’s from the citizens. A Dressrossan carriage parked itself in front of you, waiting to start its roll in the parade.

Behind his eyes, you could tell he was tired, frustrated even.

Did the mission not go well?

“Here, my queen, allow me to assist-“

“Step away.”

An attendant had attempted to grasp your hand from Doflamingo’s hold to assist you onto the steps of the carriage, but your husband used his strings to repel the other man.

You two then entered the carriage.