The answer to this question is complex and depends on how you interpret the relationship between Pudding and Sanji in the One Piece manga.
Pudding's Actions and Words
While Pudding initially pretended to love Sanji, her actions and words later revealed a more genuine side to her feelings.
- She chose to spare Sanji's life: Despite being ordered to kill him, Pudding instead chose to spare him and even helped him escape.
- She confessed her true feelings: After revealing her third eye and her true identity, Pudding admitted that she genuinely loved Sanji and was heartbroken by his rejection.
- She risked her own safety: Pudding risked her own safety by helping Sanji escape, even though she knew it could put her in danger.
Sanji's Perspective
Sanji, however, did not reciprocate Pudding's feelings. He was initially attracted to her beauty and charm, but he was disgusted by her true nature and the fact that she was willing to hurt his friends.
- He rejected her advances: Sanji rejected Pudding's advances, stating that he could never love someone who was capable of such cruelty.
- He viewed her as a threat: Sanji saw Pudding as a threat to his friends and his own well-being, which made it difficult for him to develop any genuine feelings for her.
Conclusion
While Pudding's feelings for Sanji seem genuine, Sanji's rejection and his own moral compass prevented him from reciprocating those feelings. The question of whether Pudding truly loved Sanji is ultimately subjective and open to interpretation.
