The previous chapter of the hit pirate manga series "One Piece" went back in time to show how Sanji escaped his family when he was little. Speculations suggest that this may be a hint on Sanji's current status and that he will once again escape with the help of his sister, Reiju.

It is believed that last week's chapter 841 is foreshadowing an upcoming escape by Sanji from his family. Even if Sanji is powerful enough to escape the Vinsmokes, he has been held against his will due to his mentor being a "hostage," as well as binding his arms in bomb-laced bracelets. Should Sanji escape, his hand will likely suffer irreparable damage, and his chef mentor may also lose his life.

However, given the flashback events in last week's chapter, it is certain that Sanji's only sister may also help him this time. It has been revealed that Reiju is instrumental in Sanji leaving the Vinsmoke family before, so it is likely that the older Vinsmoke child will again help Sanji in escaping from the Germa 66 territory. A previous chapter also showed Reiju taking a liking to Luffy, so it is also likely that she will help the Straw Hat Pirates escape from Whole Cake Island.

Meanwhile, next week's chapter 842 is also said to touch on the climax of the fight between Luffy and Cracker. It has been revealed that the two are still at it, going past 11 hours of non-stop fighting. However, both of them are still willing to fight and are readying more powerful techniques.

It also seems that Luffy has switched into defensive mode, as the previous chapter indicated the Straw Hat Pirates captain eating Cracker's biscuit clones, rather than attacking. He has also completely rescinded his powerful Gear Fourth skill.

"One Piece" returns with chapter 842 late next week.