Sanji may have been a pervert but he wasn't quite as disrespectful about it as Shamal was. Despite being a pervert, he truly did respect women to the fullest. Of course that little kiss on the cheek served only to have him melt a little more for her. Not that it really took much at all for any woman to turn Sanji to putty. He immediately followed her enthusiastically, seeming quite happy for her presence.

"I've been around the sea all my life - I'm pretty used to it's tricks. Besides, regardless of what sea or storm may try to block my path I can not leave a lady waiting. That would be unforgivable."