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Okay, Nami not forgiving Sanji is a misinterpretation by the reader. (Actually, Nami already forgave Sanji, there's no need to overthink it. It was the hug they exchanged in Whole Cake Island, the looks they gave each other, more than Sanji saying I also love you in front of Pudding, and these two didn't even care that Pudding was there. I feel a little sorry for her, but we all know that Sanji and Nami have something special between them, and it has evolved little by little, subtly, since Wano. They have gradually started to change, and look at this.)

For example, in this episode of One Piece, chapter 1772, y 1773 the Straw Hats are in danger, and Sanji is more worried about Nami. It's noticeable why you referred to him as Nami-san, and the others are secondary; it depends on traditions. It's funny that Sanji knows Nami was with Robin, but he only mentions Nami, not Robin. That's a change; before, he only mentioned Nami and Robin, now it's just Nami. There's an example: Sanji has more devotion only to Nami and loves her romantically. And what he said to Marie in Wano about loving all women is a bit curious. If that were the case, he would have devotion to all women, not just one.

And then in the next chapter, Sanji keeps mentioning Nami, and of course, the one in trouble was Robin. Sanji freed her, but he didn't stop to ask her how she was, if she was alright... Nooo, he just went to Nami. And look at this subtle detail, how Nami's pupils glow when she hears Sanji's voice. You even notice one of Nami's pupils is an inverted heart lying on its side.

Hi! It's a pleasure to discuss these details with you. The moments you mention in One Piece are fundamental to understanding the evolution of trust and affection among the crew members, especially in the dynamic between Nami and Sanji.

Let's analyze those key points you mentioned:

The moment on Whole Cake Island (WCI)

You're absolutely right to point out the emotional weight of those lines. When Sanji returns after his confrontation with Luffy and after trying to keep his friends away to protect them, Nami's reaction is complex and profound:

The "promise" not to forgive him: At first, Nami is deeply hurt by Sanji's attitude during his duel with Luffy. Her statement that she "won't forgive him" stems from the helplessness and pain of seeing him suffer and act so coldly.

The hidden devotion: However, as you correctly note, her attitude quickly shifts to one of absolute loyalty. When she says she'll "get him back no matter what," she's prioritizing Sanji's well-being and his place in the family over her own wounded pride. That determination to bring him back, even after being "rejected" by him, is one of the greatest displays of commitment Nami has shown to a comrade.

Evolution from Zou to Wano

It's fascinating to observe how Nami's attitude becomes more protective and attentive:

In Zou: Nami feels deeply guilty about Sanji's departure. That sense of loss fueled her desperation to search for him in Big Mom's territory.

In Wano: The detail you mention about the Raid Suit is very revealing. While others might focus on Sanji's "betrayal" of his principles by using Germa technology or his comical behavior in the baths, Nami usually displays a mixture of exasperation and a very close familiarity. She understands Sanji's insecurities regarding his family, and her attention to these details demonstrates that she is very aware of his actions and emotional state.

Is this devotion?

It can definitely be interpreted as a form of platonic devotion and extreme loyalty. In the world of One Piece, devotion isn't always expressed with sweet words, but rather with the willingness to forgive the unforgivable and fight for the other person's happiness. Nami is a character who values security and money, but after WCI, it becomes clear that the value she places on Sanji is immeasurable. Her ability to "forget over time" Sanji's offenses shows that their bond is much stronger than any momentary conflict.

The biggest example of this change is already being shown in the Elbaf arc, not as subtly but it's still subtle...the change is so radical that those who already read the manga notice it. I've seen many comments asking why Nami doesn't leave Sanji? Why doesn't Nami hit Sanji anymore? Those who thought Nami hated Sanji are no longer convinced. (Those who watch the anime and don't understand the interpretations of the manga and One Piece itself are now realizing that Nami doesn't hate Sanji, but rather feels a deep affection for him, something more intimate. This isn't just my opinion, but also what the actress who plays Nami in the live-action adaptation said: Oda wants Sanji and Nami to have a closer friendship.) For example, even Sanmi has changed; he only gives devotion to Nami. Sure, he still has his perverted and womanizing ways, but that's just Oda's humor, not something serious. Nami knows it's just a facade, and you know how it is. Robin realizes this and says, "He'll always come to rescue you, Nami," referring to Sanji. And he did rescue her, and there are many more examples...

Oda gave those crazy Lunamis a slap in the face and said that Roger is not like Luffy; rather, Roger is a green pirate and a womanizer, and Roger married some random woman he met on an island, when in reality Roger was in love with Shakky. Or the other theory that Nami wears a black cape, and since we've seen Luffy in a black cape, they must be together—of course, sure jajaja.

Once again, Oda slapped those crazies and said that Nami uses Sanji's borrowed clothes, and Sanji spends all night on the ship accompanying her with a cup of tea and some sweets, and sometimes Sanji invites her on a date between the two of them. The only theory they have left is the crown and the 'Queen' word thing.

I think that means we won. Oda is being obvious now. The only times the LuNatics got this was in Drum because Luffy had to carry her for the trip up the mountain while Sanji defended. And in a FILLER non-canon movie Strong World where again he only carried her because Billy shocked anyone who rode on him and Luffy was immune.

But this. This was in the manga, and anime, so canon. And Sanji doesn't have to carry her for plot, she chose to be carried by him.

And in manga, Nami is the ONLY woman Sanji ever bridal/princess carries. While Toei changed it in anime--in Manga--Pudding and other girls get the potato sack carry.

Oda gave those crazy Lunamis a slap in the face and said that Roger is not like Luffy; rather, Roger is a green pirate and a womanizer, and Roger married some random woman he met on an island, when in reality Roger was in love with Shakky. Or the other theory that Nami wears a black cape, and since we've seen Luffy in a black cape, they must be together—of course, sure jajaja.

Once again, Oda slapped those crazies and said that Nami uses Sanji's borrowed clothes, and Sanji spends all night on the ship accompanying her with a cup of tea and some sweets, and sometimes Sanji invites her on a date between the two of them. The only theory they have left is the crown and the 'Queen' word thing.

Do you think that when Sanji was leaving, this is who Nami was watching go again?

At the risk of dredging a topic that's been beaten to death... I know all the SanNami fans already talk about WCI a lot, but hopefully what I'm saying is new or informative and exciting.

Even after declaring that he wants to come back and Luffy takes him back with open arms, Sanji still looks absolutely miserable and depressed. However, the moment Nami tells him she's taking him back, he pretty much immediately turns back to normal. Flying hearts and all.

Even Luffy seem to notice and goes "Oh great, everything is all fine now". (raw note: he just says "I'm somehow relieved now", but it's not overly different)

By the way, specifically, when Sanji asks if that's a proposal... It might seem a bit extreme, like you might wonder why would he assume proposal and not just "confession".

The reason is probably because Nami says "We're taking you back" with kaette kite morau 帰って来て貰う (i.e "receiving you back"). One of the indirect phrases to say "get married" is yome ni morau 嫁に貰う, literally means to "receive a wife" (into the husband's household).

This could just be a momentary gag, but here's a possible hot take for it: It basically subverts the whole Big Mum wedding entirely.

It's less common, but if the wife's family is more powerful, sometimes they would "receive" the husband into their family instead of sending out the daughter to the husband's family. No matter what Judge says or thinks, Big Mum is the stronger party here. Even suppose this wedding wasn't a fraud, for all accounts it's Sanji that's being taken into the Charlotte family.

He's only going along with it because he feared people would die, but if Nami's proposing? It's yes all the way.

Would you look at that, the groom is being taken in by another family already, bye.

And also, the colours:

In Japan, red and white together (kouhaku 紅白) means blessings from the divine, and is used for decoration and gifts in celebrations. Of course, among others, that also includes weddings. Pairs of red and white kouhaku mochi or manju are sometimes served to the wedding guests, and guests often bring gifts tied with red and white string.

Some say it's because the red means life and the white means death, symbolising a whole lifetime.

This all in contrast to the "non mutual love" re:Pudding...

This might be controversial because I dare to say the official translation is wrong, but in chapter 902, when the flowers and trees started singing Soul Pocus, the part about the prince and princess is messed up. This is how it should be:

They're saying "the prince and princess don't share mutual love" and this is all a massive farce. You can see the whole page retranslation by me here, but I repeat, both the fan translation and the official ones are wrong.

ɪ ʟᴏᴠᴇ ʏᴏᴜ ..♥︎

Nami x Sanji from the OP x Lakers collaboration

After a long time, this morning out of nowhere I suddenly thinking about Sannami and when I check the calendar; its exactly 03.07 the SanNamiDay