Lie Like You Mean It - MephistoDeBalan (2024)

Chapter 1: With a little help

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"You're what?"

"M-Married! Yes! I am! So- I can't possibly have an arranged marriage!" Sanji laughed as he held onto the den den mushi, the blonde on call with Reiju. A forced nervous smile twitched onto his face as his fingers itched to grab a cigarette and smoke it to the filter.

Reiju raised a curled brow and looked at her den den before saying "And… when did you get married?"

"Oh- Um. Half a year ago! Yes! Ahah! I just- forgot to tell you! So-So busy after all!"

"Hn. Well, let's arrange to meet your partner then. It's been far too long since you've visited us, Sanji."

"Of course! Haha!"

"Two weeks from now we'll be standing still in the ocean. I'll send you our coordinates. I look forward to seeing you and meeting your partner. Sanji."

"Yes yes! Of course! I-I'll see you soon!" Sanji hug up then gripped his hair as he shrieked in panic "f*ck!"

"What's wrong??" A tall figure came bursting into the kitchen, rushing up to a keeled over Sanji and kneeling down. "Sanji my dear? Whatever is the matter?"

Sanji hiccuped as he looked up at black eye sockets looking at him worriedly. He hiccuped again and rubbed his eyes then cheeks as he slumped to the floor, Brook following him down and gently pulling him to his boney chest in a hug "My sister called… They wanted to force me into an arranged marriage but- I panicked and told them I'm married!"

Brook leaned back and tilted his head to the right as he said "Well then… So what now my dear?" He pulled a handkerchief from his pocket and gently dabbed at Sanji's eyes the cheeks and neck to clean up his tears.

"I don't know… She wants to meet my partner in two weeks! But- Who would I even… I'm not married yet!"

"A false marriage is simple to have with our crew! Yo ho ho!" Brook gently rubbed Sanji's shoulder as he said "I suppose you'd pick one of us to take with you? From what you've told us about your family… all of us showing up would be quite the show!" He stood up and held his hand down to Sanji "Might even shake them to the bones! YO HO HO!"

Sanji smiled crookedly and took Brook's hand, standing up and leaning upwards to place a small kiss on his jawbone "I suppose you're right." He sighed and ran a hand through his hair then said "Could… you call them in here?"

"Of course my dear." He raised Sanji hand to his teeth in a mock kiss then exited the kitchen.

Sanji sighed heavily and poured himself a cup of wine before sitting. He lit up a cigarette and took a breath before taking a long drink of wine. This was going to be an uncomfortable conversation with his lovers…

Eventually all of those requested wandered into the kitchen and took a seat at the dining table:

Zoro put his swords on the table and silently thanked Sanji as he slid him over a bottle of sake.

Usopp plopping next to Zoro and kept fidgeting with a weird looking metal ball, his tongue poking out the side of his mouth and brow scrunched slightly.

Brook rejoined Sanji and sat next to him, a supportive hand going to Sanji's arm as he looked around.

Luffy was the last to join as he slammed himself into a chair, the chair rocking backwards before settling right "So! What's up Sanji?" Luffy asked with a grin and a tilt of his head "Brook didn't say anythin'!"

"Yeah. He just told us you wanted to talk with us." Zoro said after pulling away the bottle from his lips, a raised brow aimed towards Sanji.

Usopp finally looked up and blinked at Sanji "You look worried about somethin'. What's wrong?"

Sanji sighed heavily, leaning towards Brook more as he said "In two weeks… I have to go see my family."

There was a mixed emotion response from the table at the mention of the Germa family Sanji left behind. Zoro made an annoyed click noise with his tongue and frowned while Usopp flinched at the mention of Sanji's family. Luffy just tilted his head and said "Okay? Why?"

Sanji fidgeted then said "I may or may not have lied my way out of an arranged marriage by saying I was… already married."

Zoro choked on his drink and wiped the booze from his lips and chin as he rasped "Already married? f*ck Curly… So lemme guess: They wanna meet the Mr.?"

Sanji nodded and said "I um.. didn't say who it was or… their gender. I said partner so Reiju doesn't know. But I think she's always known I was gay. I mean… It's probably why she wasn't totally put off by me refusing the arranged marriage to this Pudding girl."

"So," Brook spoke up as he looked around "We need someone to appear before the Vinsmoke family as Sanji's husband." He tilted his head as he said "The Captain is a bit too… you know, so I think he's out."

"Hey!" Luffy pouted and crossed his arms.

"I think if I met your father and brothers I'd kill them…" Zoro muttered murderously as his fingers danced along his swords.

"You're out then too Zoro." Brook noted then put a hand on his own chest "Myself included! I'm sure they wouldn't approve of someone as bone-headed like myself! Yo ho ho!"

Sanji chuckled at that and pet Brook's skeletal fingers fondly "They wouldn't get it anyways…" His eyes flickered to Usopp and the fluffy haired man jolted in alarm.

"M-M-Me??" Usopp pointed at himself, nibbling on his lower lip worriedly "But… I mean-"

"You're the least likely one to cause problems Usopp." Sanji said with a charming smile. His eyes lit up suddenly as he said "You can make the wedding rings! Maybe you and Franky could team up and make something together! He made their bands for Robin so I'm sure making the two of us bands wouldn't be difficult."

"Aw! I want a wedding ring too!" Luffy whined and plopped his chin on the table with puppy eyes aimed towards Sanji.

The blonde laughed and reached over, ruffling Luffy's hair fondly "I'm not ready for a real marriage yet Captain. But we can talk about it later maybe. Alright?"

"Kay…" Luffy muttered, still pouting.

Usopp chuckled nervously then said "Alright alright… I'll do it. Er… Do I need to know anything?"

Sanji hummed as Brook put an arm around his shoulders, leaning more into the skeleton's comforting embrace. He drank the rest of his wine glass then said "They'll probably quiz you to see if you're being truthful. Luckily we're already in a relationship so it should be easy to fool them."

Usop hummed with a nod and stroke of his small beard "Alright then. I guess I'm your husband now!" Usopp giggled a little at that and squirmed with a blush "Heh… Do you think your sister will like me? You've said before that she's more reasonable than your brothers and father."

"I hope so." Sanji pulled his cigarette from his mouth then worried his lip with his teeth. He then said as he looked at Zoro and Luffy "You guys won't be weird about this will you? Being fake married to Usopp."

"Nah." Zoro shrugged then said "If your family does anything to f*ck with either of you I might not be so kind…"

"Mhm!" Luffy nodded firmly then clung to Usopp's side as he said "Just say the word and we'll-!"

"Th-That won't be necessary!" Sanji said with a panicked look and wave of his hands. He rubbed his face then said "Look… I'll let you guys know if things go south. Until then, they can't know about all of us being… well… together."

"A fair enough request Sanji dear." Brook said with a nod "We won't disappoint you."

The group nodded in agreement and Sanji relaxed again with a sigh and small smile "Good… Thank you guys. Really."

"No problem, Cook."

"Of course Sanji!"

"I'll be the best husband ever! Just you wait!"

Sanji chuckled and closed his eyes, exhaustion hitting him a little from the stress. Brook gently massaged Sanji's shoulders as he said "Why don't you go to the aquarium Sanji dear? I'll bring you some tea and we can talk more." He looked up as he said "Usopp?"

"Y-Yeah. I'll be there too!" Usopp nodded then jumped up and held his arm cut with a grin "Well husband? Shall we?"

Sanji stood with a chuckle and took Usopp's offered arm "Of course."

"Oie-" Zoro sat up with a frown "I thought it was my turn with the sh*tty Cook?"

"Yo ho ho! Today is mine and tomorrow is Usopp!" Brook noted as he stood up "I'm more than happy to share my day with anyone. You know that Zoro!"

"Tsh… Fine." Zoro grumbled then waved "Have fun Curly." Zoro then grunted as Luffy launched himself over the table and sat in his lap, Zoro only able to play off being grumpy for a little bit as Luffy started littering him with kisses. Zoro laughed and pushed Luffy away, his eyes glistening with mirth as he said "Alright alright~ Let's head up to the crows nest at least."

"Yahoo!" Luffy pumped his fists before running out the door past Sanji and Usopp.

Brook laughed at Luffy before getting to work putting a pot on the stove for hot water, Usopp leading Sanji into the aquarium. Usopp sat down and hesitated before gently grasping Sanji's hands and saying "How… are you feeling? You haven't seen your family in… well…"

Sanji pulled the cigarette from his lips, stubbing it out on an ashtray before saying as he held onto Usopp's hands "Anxious. Worried… I'm kind of excited to see Reiju again. But… I don't know if I'm ready to face Judge or… my brothers…" He scooted closer and closed his eyes as he leaned against Usopp, the sniper immediately putting his arms around the other in a comforting hug.

"Well, we will be here every step of the way!" He leaned back as he held onto Sanji's arms and said firmly "I, Usopp, Brave Warrior of the Sea, hereby swear to you, Sanji, that I will be here to support you!"

Sani couldn't help a small giggle and snuggled up against Usopp again, the sniper flinching before hugging Sanji tightly "I'll hold you to that…"

"Hope I'm not interrupting?" Brook said calmly as he entered the room, a tray in his steady hands bearing three cups of tea.

"Not at all." Sanji cooed warmly, his hand reaching out to welcome Brook onto the couch with them.

Brook set the tray down and handed out the cups to each of them, taking a sip before saying "I think I want one of us to go with you two. Acting as your bodyguard." He tilted his head as he said "I suppose either me or Zoro would be an ideal choice. As previously stated: Luffy is Luffy."

Sanji laughed at that and took a drink before saying "I'll think about it." He leaned over towards Usopp and gently kissed his lips before leaning against Brook with a comfortable exhale "It's delicious by the way. As always."

"Glad to hear it! Though I do not have ears! Yo ho yo!"

Sanji rolled his eyes a little then reached over, tugging Usopp closer to lean on him. The three enjoyed each other's company as they exchanged small talk. Usopp talked about a new invention he teamed up with Franky to make, Brook spoke briefly about a new composition he was writing, and Sanji once again having a small rant about Luffy raiding the kitchen last night but it was so hard to stay mad at those big eyes.

Eventually the cups were placed down and Sanji slowly crawled into Brook's lap, his arms reaching up to wrap around his lover's shoulders. "Yo ho?" Brook tilted his head as his hands settled on Sanji's lithe hips "Are you feeling rambunctious tonight my dear?"

"Mm… A little." He leaned up and kissed Brook's jaw "Also wanted to thank you for being there earlier."

"I will always be there for you Sanji." Brook took one of Sanji's hands and leaned his cheekbone against the back of it then his teeth.

Sanji nibbled on his lower lip as he said "Can… you do that thing? When I'm um… with the others…"

Brook nodded once and said "It would be my pleasure Sanji dear. Usopp? Would you do the honors tonight?"

"Y-Yes!" Usopp jumped to action and scooted closer to his boyfriends. He put a hand on Sanji's Iower back as he said "How do you want us Sanji?" Sanji blushed then whispered into Usopp's ear, the sniper blushing but nodding firmly "O-Of course! Here- Lemme just…" Usopp adjusted their sitting positions so Sanji's head was in Brook's lap with a small pillow under his head and Sanji was laying longways. Usopp got between Sanji's bent legs and shimmied off their tight pants, leaning over and turning his head to plant soft kisses along his strong legs after he gently folded and placed the pants behind him.

Sanji closed his eyes as he felt Brook's boney fingers slide through his hair as he felt Usopp slowly slid down his black lace panties. "May I?" Brook asked as he held out his free hand, Usopp laughing and nodding as he handed the panties over to the perverted skeleton.

Sanji opened his eyes and blushed at the sight of Brook handling his underwear "Pervert skeleton…"

"Yo ho! Indeed! Such an exquisite pair you wore today my dear. Lace and black? If I had the parts I fear I may have a boner! Yo ho ho ho!"

Sanji let out a short laugh and covered his eyes, Usopp hunched over and snorting into Sanji's left thigh "f*cks sake Brook-" Sanji rubbed his face and watched as Brook tucked his panties into his breast pocket. He gasped softly as he felt Usopp's teeth and lips trail up the inside of his thigh "Nh…"

Usopp glanced up at Sanji, his expression a little different as he gained confidence in his advances. Something about being intimate with someone made Usopp have this… personality change. He was confident, sexy. Especially when he was on top and took charge. He looked down as he licked his palm then grasped Sanji's shaft, giving it a few strokes as he said "Yah know… I like the idea of bein' your husband. Fake or not." He leaned down and licked Sanji's head, the blonde muffling a moan behind his hand "Does that mean I can kiss you and hold your hand? I have no problem lettin' your crappy family know how much you mean to me and how much I love you."

Sanji was always a sap for romantics and nothing got him more weak in the knees than someone talking about him like this. Especially saying they loved him. Sanji nodded and moved his hand from his mouth to reach down and gently pull the headband Usopp wore from his head "Let them see… I want them to know…"

Usopp nodded with a handsome grin before leaning down and licking at the tip of Sanji's co*ck before moving down and sucking it into his mouth. Sanji arched a little and moan at the wet heat, his brow scrunching and eyes closing as he reached a hand up and tugged on Brook's suit "Nhh~ Usopp… B-Brook…"

"Yes my dear?" Brook ran their fingers through Sanji's hair again then down his cheek and jawline, tilting their head up as their cold fingers stroked Sanji's throat. Their fingers slid down and skillfully unbuttoned Sanji's vest then the button up, splaying it open to reveal his chest "You look ravishing my dear." Brook praised as his fingers slid down a heavily breathing chest, moving along his ribs before dancing over to a perked nipple to tweak it "Beautiful."

Sanji whimpered and arched into Brook's touch with closed eyes, not noticing as Brook's other hand moved from his hair and into his chest cavity. Brook pulled out a small bottle and reached over, tapping it against Usopp's hand. The sniper pulled off of Sanji's co*ck with a grin and grabbed the bottle, opening it then striking his fingers before reaching downwards. He rubbed his finger against Sanji's pucker as he said "Breath for me baby~"

"Mhn…" Sanji nodded and exhaled, relaxing then whimpering as Usopp slid a slick finger inside. The blonde cook turned his head to hide his face in Brook's button up, his legs spreading and hips adjusting to make things easier for both Usopp and himself.

"Good girl." Usopp murmured, Sanji whimpering again and nodding as his fingers uselessly tugged at Brook's suit.

Usopp and Brook were the only ones that often referred to him by more… feminine nicknames. Sure Zoro calls him baby or babe, but it felt different when Usopp called him "good girl" or Brook called him "my lady" and asked to see his panties.

After some finger movements, Usopp pushed in a second finger inside and scissored them open and closed. Usopp kissed Sanji's flexing thighs, worshiping the powerful weapons Sanji wielded. "Yah know, I was thinking…" He licked along the shaft as he pushed in a third finger, Sanji moaning and spreading his legs more as he shook "When we go to your family's place… I want to use some of my rope under your suit. Sounds good? Like a weighted blanket they can't see."

Sanji nibbled on his cheek as he looked down at Usopp. He thought for a moment then nodded "Okay… As long as it's not too obvious."

"Great~! I'll draw up some new designs just for this." Usopp pulled his fingers out then used his clean hand to undo his front overall clasps to let his pants drop down, pushing his underwear down enough to let his ignored hard-on to fall out. The sniper stroked himself with his lubed hand before crouching over Sanji and murmuring "I'll bind you in a way that feels like you're getting a hug from all of us… Use all of our colors too. Does that sound good to you baby?"

Sanji nodded eagerly and reached up, wrapping his hands around the back of Usopp's neck as he said eagerly "Yes yes… That sounds wonderful my love. Now can we… um… move on?"

Usopp laughed and nodded "Yeah yeah~" Usopp wiped his hand off on his overalls before holding onto the underside of Sanji's thighs, pushing them upwards a bit as he looked down and aimed. With a grunt he pushed himself forwards, sighing as he slid slowly inside Sanji.

The blonde moaned breathily as he felt the other move inside him, his eyes fluttering closed and humming as Brook's hand continued to pet his torso and hair. Eventually Usopp was fully sheathed and Sanji moved his legs to wrap around his lover's waist, looking up at Usopp with a love filled blue eye "Love me Usopp…"

"Always." Usopp replied fondly, reaching up and caressing Sanji's face and neck before putting a hand over where Brook was touching where Sanji's heart thumped. His brow furrowed a little as he pulled back then pushed forwards, pulling a moan from Sanji and a small hand twitch from Brook.

While the skeleton couldn't feel actual pleasure from his long since gone sexual organs, the visual alone was enough to let his imagination fill in the gaps of how they are feeling. It was always a sensual experience with Brook present, the skeleton always murmuring words of praise and encouragement or petting sweat slick bodies. He was always the first to start the aftercare as well, making sure everyone was always well hydrated and clean.

As Usopp found a steady rhythm and more moans fell from Sanji's lips, Brook pulled his hand from under Usopp's and reached for his other pectoral, squeezing it like a breast "I've always enjoyed how your chest moves when you're being f*cked on your back, Sanji. Like a woman's breasts bouncing with each thrust. Quite alluring if I say so myself."

Sanji whined at Brook and arched into his teasing, gasping sharply at the tug to his nipples from a cold skeleton hand and warm fingers. Usopp grinned down at Sanji as he thrusted, nodding to Brook as he said "He's right. Like this… the way you moan and your tit* bouncing… you almost look like a woman, Sanji." He leaned down as he squeezed Sanji's pec "You're our sexy lady Sanji… Isn't that right? So beautiful… My beautiful wife~"

Sanji grit his teeth with shut eyes before letting out a broken lewd moan, his hands dropping to one of Usopp's flexed forearms and the other reaching back to hold onto Brook's pants "Nhh~ U-Usopp~!" His head dropped back as he gasped loudly, eyes rolling as Usopp not only sped up but reached down and grabbed his co*ck, stroking him in time with his thrusts "f*ck! Usopp!"

"He's so beautiful." Brook purred as their hand slid up to caress Sanji's cheekbones then along their bottom lip "Such a beautiful wife for you Usopp, don't you think?"

"Gh- Yeah… Stunning… Breathtaking…" Usopp groaned out as his other hand kneaded the trembling muscle in Sanji's thigh. "Our perfect bride…"

"Usopp!" Sanji cried out and suddenly jerked, his muscles tightening as his mouth dropped open and eyes rolled back. His legs trembled as he climaxed onto his stomach, Usopp stroking him through his org*sm before letting go and licking up the stray seed on his fingers. The sniper grabbed onto Sanji's legs and hoisted them onto his shoulders as he doubled down and f*cked into his beloved blonde. Sanji gaspes like a fish out of water, his hands getting collected and held above his head by Brook's firm hands as he was f*cked.

"Where would you like him to finish my dear Sanji?" Brook asked simply, as if asking him what was for dinner and not where Usopp could release himself.

"Nnh- Ah~ f*ck f*ck- I-" Sanji tossed his head side to side then moaned out brokenly "I-In! Ins-side! Please!"

Usopp moaned breathily at Sanji begging the way he did and nodded with a smile, panting as he said "A-Anything for you, princess."

Sanji whined with an open mouthed moan as his legs hugged Usopp tighter, the sniper grunting and groaning more before thrusting inside with a loud moan. Sanji could feel Usopp's co*ck throb inside him as he let out his own moan, a dry org*sm hitting him like a train and making his hips buck from overstimulation.

Usopp slowed to a roll of his hips then exhaled heavily, leaning down and gently kissing Sanji's parted lips. Sanji eagerly leaned into the kiss then collapsed against Brook with closed eyes. Usopp slowly pulled out with a wince then looked around before smiling crookedly as Brook held out a towel "Heh… Ready for anything huh?"

"Of course." Brook nodded once then pulled out another small towel, gently cleaning off Sanji's chest and belly then spent member. He folded the towel and set it aside before continuing to massage Sanji's scalp fondly "You look positively radiant Sanji."

Sanji smiled softly and opened his eyes to look up at Brook "Thanks…" He reached up and caressed Brook's chin lovingly then looked at Usopp as the man finished cleaning himself up then clipped his overalls back into place. "Come here already. Asshole."

Usopp chuckled then laid down with his body wedged between Sanji's legs, laying his head on his lover's belly as he closed his eyes "Heh~ So needy."

"Damn right." Sanjji said with a sniff and stubborn face upturn. His hand reached down and rubbed his fingertips into Usopp's scalp, Brook's own fingers trailing down to caress Usopp's back and shoulders while his other hand rubbed Sanji's arm fondly. After a few minutes of blissful peace Sanji spoke up and said "We should get you a suit to wear and more formal clothes when we visit. Knowing my family well be forced to spend the night. Or more…"

Usopp stiffened up at that then sighed and nodded against Sanji's belly "Fine… At the next island we'll find a shop."

"Sounds good. I'll come with you of course. Need to make sure you're not picking something… gaudy."

"Hey! I have a great fashion sense!" Usopp protested as he turned his head and put his chin on Sanji's belly, frowning up at Sanji.

The cook laughed then pet Usopp's fluffy hair fondly "Sorry my love, but your wardrobe consists of only overalls. That won't do at all for meeting my family to gain their approval. Especially Reiju."

Usopp grumbled at that but turned his head again. Brook chuckled and said "I think you would look quite dashing in a suit, Usopp. I do believe our navigator said we would come by an island in two days. Would be a good spot to restock and look into getting you some new clothes."

Usopp frowned as he said "Gh… I'll have to ask Nami for a small raise for my allowance…"

"I'll ask her about it for you." Sanji offered kindly with a scratch to Usopp's back muscles, the long nosed male shivering a little and snuggling closer to Sanji.

"Thanks Sanji." Usopp mumbled then drifted off with a small snore.

Sanji chuckled then looked up at Brook "Did you want to get up?"

Brokk shook his head and ran his fingers through Sanji's hair "No. I am fine watching over you two. If I need something I can just expel my soul."

Sanji rolled his eyes then gently took Brook's hand, kissing his knuckles and ended with a small nip to his middle finger proximal phalange that made Brook inhaled sharply. If only Brook had lungs to inhale for! Brook tilted his head in a way that showed he was smiling as he ran his thumb over the length of Sanji's nose then rested his hand on the man's shoulder "Take a nap my dear. I will awake you in half an hour and we can retire to bed properly."

"Thank you my love." Sanji murmured, kissing Brook's wrist then turned his head towards the skeleton's stomach area, closing his eyes as he settled down for a nap.

Chapter 2: It suits us just fine

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"Land ho!"

Luffy jumped up from where he'd been napping on the figurehead and whooped excitedly, grinning widely as the island grew more clear. Zoro glanced up from where he'd been napping on the grass then put his hand over his eyes as he settled down again.

"Hey Usopp!" Nami called out as their sniper crawled down the ropes.

Usopp hopped down and landed in front of Nami, hopping on a foot off balance for a moment before righting himself "Yeah?"

Nami thrusted a small bag into his chest and said "Your suit money. Sanji talked to me and we calculated the approximate amount you'll need. Any more than what I give you will be out of your own pocket!"

"Oh- Oh! Th-Thanks Nami!" Usopp gripped the bag with an awkward smile before running off to the helm to talk to Jinbe.

Sanji walked out of the kitchen with a rolled up paper in hand, tucking it into his inside suit pocket before approaching Zoro and kicking his leg "Oie. Mosshead."

"Hn?" Zoro moved his arm and glared up at Sanji "What is it Curly?"

"Come with me, Usopp and Brook. I need to go grocery shopping too so we'll need the extra hands."

"Tck…"

"I'll get you a bottle of sake."

Zoro paused then grinned up at Sanji, reaching over and sliding a hand upwards along the blonde's muscled calf "Why didn'tcha lead with that sh*tty Cook? Heh…"

Sanji blushed as Zoro squeezed his calf then stepped away with a scoff "Whatever. Just make sure you're ready."

"Nn."

Sanji walked away to lean on the railing of the ship, looking out towards the ocean with lidded eyes. He pulled a cigarette from its pack and lit it before inhaling and exhaling. He noticed someone joining him and glanced over to see Robin. He smiled warmly and leaned to look towards her "Robin~ What can I do for you?"

"Oh? I'm fine for now, thank you." Robin said with a smile then looked out towards the sea as she said "I wanted to ask how you were feeling. When you told us two days ago about what was planned in a few weeks I was quite surprised you accepted your family's request to see you. Personally, I would have declined it."

Sanji shrugged then said "I was talking with Reiju. If it was Ichiji, Niji or Yonji… or God forbid my old man, I probably would have told them to f*ck off and hung up." He took a breath from his cigarette before saying "But… I guess even if I hate them… I kind of want to see them again. Even if the circ*mstances are… odd."

"I suppose." Robin brushed some hair behind her ear then reached out and put a hand on Sanji's arm as she said "We're your family Sanji. And we're here for you. Don't forget that."

Sanji blushed at her touch and couldn't help the hearts in his eyes as a Goddess such as Robin touched him. While he admitted to himself he was gay, he still looked to women as Goddesses and was weak to their charms. "Th-Thank you Robin-chwan~!" He wiggled a little as Robin giggled behind a hand then withdrew her other hand.

"Of course." She leaned in and gave him a peck on the cheek before walking away, Sanji slumping against the railing as blood poured from his nose and his eyes fluttered.

"Handkerchief?"

Sanji looked up to see Brook standing next to him, the offered handkerchief held out to him. He straightened up and took it with a small word of thanks, wiping off his face and chin then tucking it away to clean it later. He sighed and turned around, leaning his elbows on the railing as he tongued at his cigarette. "Ahh… Luffy is taking this surprisingly well. Suppose he trusts our judgment."

"Of course he does." Brook tapped his cane absently as he watched Luffy chase Chopper around the deck before the deer hid behind a snoozing Zoro. "His intuition towards his crewmates is quite strong. He trusts all of us." He watched as Chopper suddenly grew bigger with a yell and chased after a now screaming with laughter Luffy. "He may be a bit… silly, but his heart is always in the right place."

"Mm…" Sanji smiled softly as he watched his lover catapulte himself into Usopp who screeched and fell backwards with Luffy sitting on his chest. Usopp laughed and pulled Luffy down into a smiling kiss that Luffy eagerly returned. He sighed fondly, exhaling a cloud of smoke that looked like a heart. His polygamous group of men were a weird group, but they all loved each other very much and somehow they fit together perfectly in this crew of misfits.

Brook reached over and caressed Sanji's hair before lifting Sanji's hand to his face, touching his teeth to Sanji's hand before walking away. Sanji looked after Brook before going off to find Nami for his kitchen funds.

"Alright!" Nami clapped once then said "You guys have the day to yourselves! Don't do anything to make the Marines come after us and we'll be fine. Dismissed!"

Franky laughed and walked with Robin as he said "I love how our SUPER navigator dismisses us for this kind of stuff instead of the captain!"

"Considering he's already ahead of all of us…" Robin mused as her fingers played with Franky's mechanical fingers while they walked side by side. "I wonder how long until something happens to warrant a quick getaway."

Sanji rallied up Usopp, Brook and Zoro as Chopper waved at Jinbe who offered to stay behind to watch the ship. The reindeer ran after Nami with a huge grin and she started telling her about what he needed for his store room. Once Zoro was fully awake they all headed into town, Sanji looking around for a good quality store. When they found one, Sanji grabbed Usopp's hand and dragged the nervous man inside.

"Welcome sirs!" A man approached Sanji, sparing Usopp a glance before smiling warmly at Sanji "Come in for a fitting?"

"For this one actually." Sanji motioned to Usopp who glanced away shyly.

The man suddenly brightened up and clapped his hands together with a nod "I see!" He noticed Zoro looking around with a bored expression and said "And shall I fit your other companion?"

Zoro glanced over then scoffed and said "You're not putting me in one of those damn suits."

Sanji pouted and walked over, reaching up to adjust Zoro's green coat, sliding his fingers along it as his fingers brushed against Zoro's chest suggestively "Please? At least a nice button up and vest."

Zoro grit his teeth and avoided Sanji's gaze but he made a mistake and looked over, locking eyes with his blue eyed lover. He groaned then said "Fine! Fine…" He took Sanji's hand off his coat and rubbed his thumb against the back of it "For you. sh*tty Cook."

Sanji grinned and turned to the man, motioning to Zoro "A button up, vest and pants for this one." He put a hand on Usopp's shoulder as he said, looking Usopp up and down "I'm thinking a three-piece would do nicely."

"I agree. Well!" He clapped his hands again with a grin "Come with me young man! My assistant will be out to collect your other friend." He motioned for Usopp to follow him and the sniper gave Sanji a look before following after the man.

Sanji waved with a smile then looked over as the assistant approached Zoro warily. Sanji looked over at Zoro as he said "Let me hold onto your swords Zoro."

Zoro glanced at Sanji before sighing and carefully taking his holder off, handing it over to Sanji as he growled "Take care of them…"

"You know I do." Sanji smiled fondly and held the swords to his chest. Zoro half smiled at Sanji before walking to another fitting room. Sanji attached Zoro's swords to his hips then pet the handles fondly, his heart swelling with how much trust was between them that he could hold onto Zoro's beloved swords. He walked over to a selection of ties as Brook wandered over too, the skeleton finding a display of cufflinks and tie pins.

"I think Zoro would look dashing with these." Brook pointed to a pair of cufflinks.

Sanji looked over and smiled at them. They were two silver swords crossed over each other in an X, a ruby and emerald in each of the hilts. "Beautiful. But I think he'd somehow lose them."

"Yo ho ho! You are probably right!" Brook nodded then looked at several cravats that were on display. "Oh? This is quite a beautiful color…" He held one up to his neck and looked at Sanji "How does this one look?"

Sanji looked over and hummed before taking up another and putting it to Brook's neck "I like this one better if you're going to get anything. This light blue compliments your color."

"I suppose you're right! After all- I am bone white! Yo ho ho!"

Sanji rolled his eyes and flicked Brook's chest "Yes yes…" He put the cravat down before looking at the ties again, holding a few to his neck before deciding on a nice black that faded into a deep green. He coiled it up neatly before going over to Usopp's changing room, leaning towards the door and smiling as he heard Usopp giggling and laughing as he was measured. He walked over to Zoro's door and leaned in, hearing Zoro grumble about the shirt being too tight on his chest. Sanji rolled his eyes and wandered over to a waiting area, sitting down and running his thumb over the tie he wanted to get. It reminded him of Zoro and the green of Usopp's slingshot. It brought a small smile to his lips as he thought about getting more accessories that reminded him of his lovers. Color coordinating everyone via ties, cufflinks and button ups. He smiled fondly then looked over as Brook sat down next to him.

"Beri for your thoughts my dear?" Brook asked as he reached over and touched Sanji's thigh.

"I was thinking of getting more accessories. Those with colors or designs that would match all of you."

"Sounds like a lovely idea, Sanji!" Brook nodded in agreement then looked up as Zoro's door opened, the green haired swordsman walking out with a disgruntled expression.

"Tsh… I don't know how you wear these things, Cook." Zoro growled as he picked at his vest.

Sanji stared at Zoro, eating his lover up with his eyes. The outfit picked out was a pair of black slacks, dark green long sleeve button up and a black vest with silver buttons. He looked… delicious. Sanji swallowed then approached Zoro slowly, circling around him before standing in front of him with a smirk "You look divine my dear."

Zoro couldn't help the smirk on his lips as he took in how hungrily Sanji was looking at him. His eyes flickered down to how Sanji was caressing his swords, particularly Wado. Something in him liked how Sanji treated his swords so delicately, passionately. He looked back up at Sanji and said "Guess I'll be taking this one." He grunted to the assistant before following them back into the changing room.

Sanji looked after Zoro then went over to Brook and sat down, leaning against him with a groan "He looked so…"

"Handsome." Brook finished Sanji's sentence with a chuckle "I thought you were going to start groping him right in the middle of the shop! Your thoughts were quite lewd I could tell!"

Sanji laughed and pushed on Brook "I wouldn't~ I'm not that shameless." He tilted his head as he mused "Might have him wear it back on the ship tonight though…"

"Yo ho ho! I had a feeling!" Brook nudged Sanji playfully before looking over as the other door opened and Usopp walked out nervously.

Usopp fidgeted as he stood in front of Sanji then held out his hands, staring at the floor with a soft blush "H-How do I look?"

Sanji put a hand to his chest as he stood up and gasped "You- You look fantastic Usopp!" The man was wearing a lovely three-piece suit that complimented him wonderfully in Sanji's opinion. It was a white undershirt with a wine colored vest and a black jacket, the lapels and inside were a wine color as well. He wore black slacks, a black tie with a golden pin in the middle left side of the tie that had a chain going across to the other side.

Usopp rubbed the back of his neck shyly as Sanji walked up to him. He blushed as Sanji reached out and caressed the fabric of his lapel then gently adjusted his tie, fingers caressing Usopp's throat "You look perfect Usopp. Doesn't he Brook?"

"Quite handsome if I say so myself!" Brook stood next to Sanji then reached out, adjusting Usopp's vest as he said "This suits you well my dear Usopp! Might have to beat the men and women off with a stick~ Yo ho ho!"

Usopp laughed and blushed as he scratched his head "I-I don't think I'm that -"

"Shush." Sanji pushed a finger to his lips then leaned forwards, kissing Usopp's cheek and whispering "You look distinguished."

"Oh- Hehe… Thanks Sanji." Usopp smiled crookedly then leaned in and kissed Sanji's lips sweetly before grinning at Brook, posing as he said "So~ I look handsome?"

"Indeed!" Brook nodded then reached out and gently tugged Usopp against him, leaning down as he caressed Usopp's ass casually "Ravishing~"

Usopp squirmed but blushed and put his hands on Brook's chest, thumbing at the fabric he felt there. "Th-Thanks Brook."

"My pleasure." Brook reached down and brought one of Usopp's hands to his face and touched his hand to bleach white teeth in a fond gesture.

Usopp squirmed happily with a smile and took his hand back before going back into the fitting room. Sanji chuckled and said "He's so cute when he gets flustered."

"Mmm. You all get cute when flustered. Especially Zoro~"

"What about me?" Zoro grunted as he walked back out in his normal clothes.

"Just saying how cute you get when you're flustered." Sanii cooed playfully.

"Gh- f*ck off sh*tty Brows." Zoro grumbled but tugged Sanji over and kissed him before pushing off and looking over as Usopp came back out.

The owner and the assistant put boxes onto the counter and Sanji pulled Usopp over to pay for his suit. Sanji paid for Zoro's which made the greenette frown and argue but stopped when Sanji whispered in his ear he would gladly let Zoro pay him back. With interest. Zoro smirked devilishly at Sanji before stepping away and letting them continue the transaction.

After everything was paid for they headed out back to the streets and let Sanji lead them down the road to shop for food supplies. With four people it was fairly easy to carry everything needed on Sanji's list. The group even wandered off together to a supply shop that caught Usopp's eye, the sniper buying a few things with his leftover pocket change.

As they walked back to the ship with their haul, Brook spoke up happily with an arm around Usopp's shoulders "Should we find a restaurant for dinner? Have a date with the five of us? Could be fun!"

Sanji hummed and said "Would be nice not to cook for the night. Let someone else deal with Luffy's appetite…"

Zoro let out a laugh then put his arm around Sanji's lithe waist "You love cooking for him, Curly."

Sanji rolled his eyes then said "True." There was something about food and Luffy that Sanji found enthralling. A bottomless pit that eagerly ate whatever he gave him with gusto. It fascinated Sanji and that gave way to some… interesting intimate sessions with Luffy that involved food.

When they got back to the ship Sanji spent an hour organizing his stock, Chopper getting back within that hour to do the same. Sanji hummed along to the soft violin solo Brook played while sitting at the dinner table. The air was comfortable as Sanji took proper stock of his kitchen while starting a pot of tea for him and Brook. Once the tea was brewed he served it like he knew Brook enjoyed.

"Why thank you Sanji." Brook cooed happily as he set his violin down and picked up his cup, taking a sip.

"SAAANJIIIIII~!" Luffy ran into the kitchen with a grin and leaned on the counter as he said excitedly "We caught more fish! Oh! And what's this I heard about going to a restaurant? Are we all going on a date tonight?!"

Sanji rolled his eyes and took a sip of his tea "Yes we are. So I expect you to be on your best behavior. Or nami will have all of our heads…"

Luffy giggled at that but nodded "Shishishi~ Okay!" He crossed his arms on the counter as he tilted his head "Can I have a snack now?"

Sanji huffed then looked in the pantry, pulling out a pre packaged and pre portioned bag of dried meat. "Here. Nothing else till dinner tonight alright?"

"Okay!" Luffy grabbed the bag before stretching his head over and kissing Sanji's cheek. His head snapped back into place with a grin as he ran off back onto the deck.

Sanji smiled warmly as he touched his cheek then went back to marking some things down in his book. When he was done he put his book away then sat down at the table with Brook, enjoying their cup of tea together.

"So Sanji," Brook set his cup down as he said "How are you feeling about your family? You seem… oddly excited. I know you and your sister are close. Is that it?"

"I guess." Sanji shrugged and leaned on the table as he pulled out a cigarette, lighting it up and inhaling the toxic smoke "I do miss her. She's the reason I was able to… well, get away. I'm not exactly sure what to expect from my brothers and Judge. I haven't seen them since I was a kid."

"They weren't nice to you if I remember you telling me." Brook said softly.

Sanji nodded and inhaled his cigarette "Yeah… Not nice is putting it lightly. Pretty sure there's some marks in that place I used to call home with my face or back engraved in it…"

"Sanji…" Brook reached over and laid a hand on Sanji's forearm "You don't have to if you don't want to."

"I know." Sanji put his hand on top of Brook's with a soft smile "But… I feel like this will give me some closure. Besides… if anything happens, you guys will be there for me. Right?"

"Of course my dear. We will always be there for you." Brook nodded once before picking his tea up again, his other hand turning to hold hands with Sanji.

When dinner came and went, it went exactly as Sanji figured it would go: Luffy eating the restaurant out of their supplies, Zoro drinking a ton of liquor, Usopp and Brook having to handle damage control and Sanji having a mild headache paired with a fond half smile as Usopp straight faced a lie to the owner to get them out of trouble.

After escaping persecution and paying for their excessive meal, they walked out of the restaurant together and headed back towards the ship. After a bit of walking Luffy jumped ahead and stopped, turning to face everyone with a grin "Hey! Since we're in town and won't leave till tomorrow morning, we should get a hotel room together or something!" He laughed and rubbed the back of his neck with a grin "Nami yelled at us last time all five of us got together for sex stuff!"

Sanji blushed at how blunt Luffy was being about their sex lives on the street but he couldn't help but agree "Not a horrible idea. Everyone have enough funds to contribute to a room?"

Everyone checked their bags before nodding, Usopp raising a shaky hand with a crooked smile "Uh… Mine went to the suit and um… my weapon supplies. Sorry."

"Don't worry Usopp." Brook patted him on the back as he said "I can cover for your portion. I didn't really buy anything today!"

"Aw. Thanks buddy!" Usopp gushed and leaned against Brook in thanks, grinning as Brook's hand slid back down to settle on his waist.

"Guess that settles it." Zoro shrugged then grinned at Luffy "Let's look for a good-sized hotel room then."

"I'll inform Nami and the others once we get settled in." Brook said with a tilt of his head.

Everyone nodded before going on the hunt for a room within budget but still big enough to house the five of them for the night. Eventually they found a two queen bed hotel room available and within the budget they had. As Zoro and Luffy pushed the beds together, Brook sat down in a chair and went limp, his soul floating out with a soft " Yo ho ho~" and faded away into the wall.

Sanji bit his lip as he looked around at his lovers, the three men left were currently doing rock, paper scissors which made him raise an eyebrow. "What are you three idiots doing?"

"Figuring out positions!" Luffy said with a grin then shook his fist "One, two, THREE!"

Usopp held out a fist, Zoro two fingers and Luffy a fist. Zoro grumbled but blushed, wandering into the bathroom and closing the door. Luffy and Usopp shook their fists and did three rounds of ties before Luffy shouted that he won. Usopp stuck out his tongue and pulled down his left eyelid before heading into the bathroom as well.

Luffy giggled then headed over to where Sanji was sitting on the bed, plopping next to him as he said excitedly "Zoro and Usopp got bottom tonight! We already decided you could do whatever. And you know how Brook is! So! What did yah wanna do?"

Sanji thought for a moment then smiled crookedly as he reached up and tugged off his tie. "I wouldn't mind being in the middle or something. I'm flexible, you know that."

"Fun~" Luffy leaned over and kissed Sanji lovingly, the two making out as Luffy helped undo Sanji's buttons, Sanji's own fingers working on Luffy's top. They'd both gotten shirtless as Brook came back and chuckled at the sight of Sanji straddling Luffy as the Captain kneaded his clothed ass.

"Yo ho ho~ What a delightful sight to come back to." Brook took off his jacket, shoes and cravat, setting it on the table next to his cane before approaching the bed. He sat down behind Sanji and slid his cold fingers along Sanji's waist, a trail of goosebumps in his wake. "Your skin looks so soft today my dear. Did you take a bath?"

"Nhh… This morning…" Sanji moaned and leaned his head back as Luffy's lips attacked his chest, moaning louder as his teeth nibbled at his left nipple.

"Mm. I see." Brook caressed Sanji's belly then slid down, undoing his slack button then zipper. "Oh. I almost forgot." He reached into his back pocket and slipped on a pair of form-fitted black leather gloves. He lotioned them with a package he kept with him then went back to work, gently pulling Sanji's member out of his panties of choice today: dark blue silk with black lace.

Sanji shivered then leaned backwards against Brook as his fingers slid into Luffy's hair. His eyes lidded while small pants escaped his lips from being touched so wonderfully. "Ohh… Nhh… Brook… L-Luffy…"

Luffy pulled off Sanji's chest with a lewd and wet pop noise, looking down to watch as Brook stroked Sanji's co*ck. Luffy smiled crookedly then scooted out from under Sanji, standing up and wiggling out of his pants. He looked over as he heard the bathroom door open, a towel clad Usopp inching out shyly while Zoro just walked out naked and unashamed of himself. "Hey Zoro! Usopp!" He stretched a hand out and grabbed onto Usopp, pulling him over as Usopp screeched and his towel flew off his hips.

"Luffy!" Usopp whined but let Luffy wrap his arms around his waist, a kiss being planted on his lips to quiet his complaining.

Sanji laughed behind a hand before moaning again as Brook rubbed his head with their thumb. "Uhh… Brook… Mhnn…"

"Yo ho ho~ Would you like to come over here Zoro?"

Zoro scoffed but walked over and knelt on the bed in front of Sanji, his eye lowering to watch as Brook's hand stroked Sanji while the other slid up to pinch at his nipple. The swordsman swallowed as Sanji let out throaty moans and bucked their hips, the way Brook gently squeezed his shaft made a pearl of precum drip from the tip. Zoro's oral fixation made him lick his lips and flick his eyes up towards Brook.

Brook and Zoro knew their dynamic very well in the bedroom: Brook enjoyed giving commentary and praise but also loved commanding and telling them what to do. Zoro always loved the challenge and giving up complete control to his partners but wouldn't admit it out loud.

"Why don't you let our dear cook use your mouth Zoro?" Brook said as he gave a last firm stroke then settled his hand on Sanji's thigh, stroking the soft skin lovingly.

"Zoro…" Sanji murmured.

The greenette swallowed before nodding and saying "Yeah… Okay." Zoro wet his lips then leaned down, getting on his hands then bending down as he opened his mouth. He stuck out his tongue and gave the head a few licks before moving forwards more and swallowing the cook down.

"GH~!" Sanji moaned and leaned his head back on Brook's chest as he gasped, bucking up into Zoro's mouth as the gagless man started blowing him so sinfully. His eyes cracked open and he looked over to see Usopp on his back with Luffy on top of him, Luffy's right hand reaching downwards and fingering Usopp as they kissed. Sanji bit his lip as he watched them, listening to Usopp's muffled moans and the lewd sound of lube slick fingers thrusting in and out of their sniper's ass.

"Quite an attractive pairing, hm?" Brook commented as his hands slid up to cup Sanji's chest, squeezing his pectorals then plucking at his nipples.

"Nhh... Yeah…" Sanji agreed with a moan.

Luffy glanced over at them before whispering something in Usopp's ear, the man shaking but nodding feverishly with a bottom lip being bitten hungrily.

Sanji looked down at Zoro as the man got into a sort of trance like usual, his eye closed as he bobbed his head up and down. The blonde cook reached down and threaded his fingers through Zoro's short hair then gripped it with a small tug, the swordsman grunting and opening his eye to look up at Sanji. "Feels good… Zoro…" Sanji murmured as he scratched Zoro's scalp.

Zoro groaned at the scratches, eye rolling a little before closing and going back to work. After a few minutes of Sanji getting head and Usopp getting a prostate massage from Luffy's ruthless fingers, the Captain pulled away from a now limp and panting Usopp to grin at the trio "Wanna get this party started~?"

Zoro pulled off Sanji with a wet pop then sat up, wiping the spit from his lips and chin "Sure." His own erection was untouched and throbbing this whole time but he also had pretty good self control.

"I have an idea." Brook piped up, the four men looking at the skeleton excitedly since Brook usually had some pretty good ideas.

After a bit of maneuvering around, Zoro found himself on his back and wearing a blush as a now naked Sanji got between his legs and Luffy went near his head. Usopp waited off to the side for now with Brook behind him gently jerking him off and caressing his thighs. Sanji lifted Zoro's legs and grinned at the sight he saw "Prep yourself in the bathroom with Usopp?" He asked as he slicked himself with some lube.

Zoro glared off to the side stubbornly but nodded "Gh… Yeah… Figured it would make it easier." He glanced back at Sanji and muttered "You can… just push in. Usopp had like four fingers in there earlier so… Yeah."

"Oh~?" Sanji spared a glance at Usopp who was panting and whimpering softly against Brook as the skeleton muttered probably something filthy in his ear. "Such a nice surprise sh*tty Swordsman." He pet Zoro's legs as he scooted forwards more and positioned himself "Ima go slow so tell me if it hurts. Okay?"

"Fine…" Zoro mumbled then inhaled with a small gasp as Sanji pushed forwards slowly but with some steady breathing he relaxed himself and closed his eye, letting Sanji slide inside deeper.

"f*ck… Zoro…" Sanji moaned as he sheathed himself inside the other, rolling his hips then looking over at Usopp "Hey Brook. Don't make him come just yet."

"Of course not~" Brook cooed and let go of the sniper.

Usopp mourned the loss but then eagerly crawled forwards, taking a moment to kiss Zoro sweetly on the lips then Luffy before leaning over to Sanji. He straddled Zoro's lap with his back to Sanji as he looked down at Zoro's twitching member. Sanji handed him the lube and Usopp grabbed it, using it to slick Zoro's co*ck. He repositioned himself then slowly sank down with a whine "Nnnh~ Ahh~ Z-Zoro~"

"Gh…" Zoro flinched a little at the sensation of being full and a wet heat surrounding him. It wasn't the first time they've done something like this, Zoro's stamina and eagerness making him perfect for this position.

As Usopp started slowly moving up and down with breathy moans, Sanji rubbed Zoro's legs as he said "Ima start moving Mosshead." Sanji moved his hips back before pushing in again, the blonde and Zoro moaning out in unison.

"A-Ah… f*ck…" Zoro opened his eye and looked up as Luffy pet his hair, smiling down at him. He eyed Luffy's co*ck near him and licked his lips "C'mer Captain…" Zoro opened his mouth with his tongue over his bottom teeth, offering his mouth to his excitable lover.

Luffy grinned and nodded "Okay~" Luffy repositioned how he was kneeling and guided his co*ck to Zoro's lips, pushing into his mouth with a groan "Ahh~ Zoro's mouth is so hot…"

Brook watched from the side for a few moments, enjoying the view as everyone started getting into a good rhythm: Usopp riding Zoro as their swordsman was f*cked by Sanji and Luffy. "Yo ho ho~ You all look so beautiful together."

"Mmnn…" Sanji nodded in agreement as he hooked his chin over Usopp's shoulder, watching as Luffy f*cked Zoro's throat. It was hot watching Zoro's throat bulge and move as their Captain took his pleasure. Sanji panted in Usopp's ear as he thrusted into Zoro's heat and watched the show.

"Pardon me my Heart." Brook murmured as he got behind Sanji and rubbed his hips "Do you mind if I partake tonight?"

Sanji turned his head and smiled towards Brook "Of course not love." He felt Brook rub some lube on his ass then slowed his thrusts as he felt a slick and smooth leather finger push inside "Nhhh~" He shuddered and leaned forwards more against Usopp's back as he moaned out "f*ck… Mnn… H-He's fingering me…" He whispered into Usopp's ear.

Usopp shuddered and nodded, his hands finding purchase back on Sanji's strong thighs "Nnh… Z-Zoro is twitching so much inside me…" He looked down to see Sanji's hands slid around his waist and hold on in a hug as Sanji f*cked forwards into Zoro then back onto Brook's long digit.

Sanji moaned out as a second finger pushed inside, his eyes rolling a little as he clenched down on Brook's fingers "O-Oh… f*ck… Brook~"

"You are taking me so well my dear." Brook praised and leaned over Sanji to watch everyone else "Zoro is doing so well for everyone. How does his mouth feel Captain?"

Luffy panted and looked up from where he'd been staring down at Zoro's lips wrapped around his co*ck "Huh? Oh- He's amazing~ Zoro sucks dick so good!"

Brook laughed and nodded "I see~ We will all do well to reward him for treating us so good tonight." He pushed a third finger into Sanji which earned him a high whine and Sanji bucking into Zoro.

The swordsman finally let out a deep but muffled groan as he bucked his own hips, his muscled chest blushed red from arousal and his breathing being constriction as Luffy kept f*cking his throat. After a little bit Luffy pulled out and stroked himself as he said "I wanna hear Zoro!"

Zoro didn't disappoint as he immediately let out all the noises that were blocked from before. His eye was shut tight as he moaned loudly and gasped, his fingers curling into the blankets below. "Ahh… Ahh… Uhh… Fuuuck~ F-f*ck… Mnnn…" He cracked his eye open and reached up, taking hold of Luffy's spit slick co*ck and stroking it as he held out his tongue, lapping at the head while moaning breathily.

"f*ck that's hot…" Sanji groaned out and started picking up the pace.

Brook hummed and reached his other hand around past Sanji and found Usopp's bouncing co*ck, grasping it to start stroking it in a loose fist. Usopp gasped at the added pleasure and moaned loudly as he rode Zoro faster. "Oh f*ck… Oh f*ck… I'm gonna come… I'm gonna… Oh fff- Aah~!" Usopp cried out and arched as he slammed down and spilled his cum onto Zoro's stomach.

Brook nodded a little as he slowed his hand then let go of Usopp altogether "Wonderful Usopp dear~"

Usopp panted with a small laugh and pulled himself off of Zoro, flopping to the side on his back "I'm… I'm tappin' out. f*ck…"

Sanji looked down and bit his lip as he looked at Zoro's lube slick twitching co*ck. "Miss Usopp's ass already Mosshead?" Sanji groaned out, reaching a hand down and stroking Zoro.

Zoro groaned and thrusted up into Sanji's fist before pulling Luffy closer and swallowing his co*ck down again. "Nhh~ Zorooo~" Luffy moaned out happily and reached down to rub Zoro's chest.

Sanji leaned back against Brook for a moment as he panted and groaned before deciding to lean forwards and hunch over Zoro. He licked the man's strong neck then bit at it, feeling Zoro's groan vibrating through his throat. With the slightly new position Brook adjusted himself and fingered Sanji faster, his fingers rubbing down against Sanji's prostate.

"Ah~" The cook moaned out against Zoro's neck and f*cked faster "f*ck… I'm gonna come too… f*ck… Can I come inside Zoro? Please? Oh f*ck…" Zoro moaned around Luffy's co*ck but managed to raise a hand and grab onto Sanji's hip pulling him closer in silent permission. Sanji nodded into Zoro's neck and panted for a few moments longer before groaning and biting down on Zoro's shoulder, his body shuddering as he climaxed inside Zoro. His eyes widened suddenly as Brook didn't stop, the cook's eyes rolling back while he moaned brokenly against Zoro's skin.

"Yo ho ho~ That's it Sanji. Good boy." Brook praised as he milked Sanji's prostate skillfully, his other hand pressing down on his lower back

Sanji wailed and shook while bucking his hips erratically. He felt over sensitive but it was always so mind blowing when Brook put those piano fingers to deadly use. "f*ck- f*ck! B-Brook! I-I can't… I can't! f*ck! Ahh~!" Sanji's eyes rolled into his head as another spurt of cum spilled inside of Zoro. Brook didn't let up as he kept massaging Sanji from the inside with a loving tune being hummed.

"Mm… Beautiful Sanji. So very beautiful. You can take it. You're such a good boy for me."

"I am… I am…" Sanji sobbed into Zoro's chest as he bucked and squirmed, his fingers digging into the blankets before finding Zoro's hand and holding it tight "I-Ima good boy… Please… Oh f*ck- Brook!"

"Yes you are~ One more time for me my Heart? You can do it. I know you can."

Sanji wept with tears pouring down his face as he kept f*cking into Zoro, the man's co*ck squished between their abs as Brook kept rubbing. He nodded drunkenly and rasped "Yes… Yes… I-I can… Oh f*ck… f*ck…" He felt Zoro's hand squeeze his encouragingly and he arched, crying out as the world darkened around the edges, another org*sm crashing over him. His body was shaking uncontrollably now and he gasped as Brook slowed down then gently pulled out. Sanji almost collapsed on top of Zoro but Brook wrapped his arms around Sanji and tugged him backwards, pulling him away and out of Zoro and sitting him against his chest as Sanji panted with his eyes closed.

When Sanji opened his eyes he looked down at Zoro, biting his lip as the sight of Zoro's hole twitching and leaking cum. Luffy pulled out of Zoro's mouth and grinned down at him as he said "Can I f*ck you?"

Zoro wiped his mouth as he panted then licked his lips "Be my guest."

"Yahoo!" Luffy maneuvered them so Zoro was on his hands and knees, positioning himself behind Zoro before thrusting inside with a happy moan "Zoro is so wet~"

"Ghhh…" Zoro kneaded the sheets then went down on his forearms as he steadied himself "Just… f*ck me already!"

"Kay!" Luffy held onto Zoro's hips as he started thrusting hard and fast, deep groans and moans falling from Zoro's lips as he was f*cked.

Brook gently laid a limp Sanji against Usopp and the two started cuddling and softly kissing as Brook approached Zoro's head. He took off his gloves and set them aside so he could reach down and cup Zoro's face "You're doing so well Zoro." he praised, his thumb rubbing over Zoro's lips as the man panted heatedly "Don't come until I say you can."

Zoro's eyes widened but he nodded eagerly for the challenge "Yes… Okay… f*ck…" He shut his eyes as his tongue slipped out to lick Brook's finger tip. He made a noise as Brook hooked his thumb over his bottom teeth and wrenched his mouth open, Zoro moaning and already drooling over Brook's boned hand.

"Good boy Zoro. Such a good boy for your Captain and crew." Brook looked up at Luffy and tilted his head slightly "Isn't that right Captain? Isn't your first mate doing such a good job?"

"Yeah! He is!" Luffy beamed and leaned down, biting at Zoro's shoulders and back and their hips slapped together lewdly "Best first mate ever~"

Zoro moaned happily from the praise and obscene affection, his co*ck throbbing between his legs insistently from the neglect. His lidded eye stared blearily up at Brook as he licked and drooled on his finger still in his mouth keeping his jaw down.

"That's it Zoro. You're doing so well taking our Captain like that. He feels good doesn't he? I bet he's hitting so deep inside…"

Zoro nodded dumbly with a spit garbled moan to Brook's words. He swore that one day Brook was going to sit all of them down and make them come with just his honeyed words. "Gghh…"

Brook put his thumb on top of Zoro's tongue and pushed down, more saliva dripping down from Zoro's lips, down his chin and Brook's hand. "Good boy Zoro…" He murmured encouragingly.

Usopp and Sanji were out for the night but it was always such an honor to watch Brook work his magic on their stubborn swordsman. With just a few touches and words the skeleton could break any of them down into whimpering messes. Luffy thrusted for a few more moments before slamming inside and moaning, adding his cum to Sanji's inside the greenette.

Zoro groaned at the feeling and closed his eyes, shaking a little as his resolve started weakening. Luffy pulled out and flopped over to cuddle with Usopp and Sanji, the three watching as Brook moved Zoro onto his back and crouched over him. Brook put one of his gloves back on then slicked it with lube, moving it down to Zoro's ass and pushing three inside. Zoro moaned and arched, his legs spreading and shaking as Brook started thrusting.

"My my… What a mess you've become my dear. You look close to bursting. But I know you can hold it for me."

Zoro groaned and nodded, clinging to the sheets as he let Brook finger f*ck him. His eye rolled as he felt a fourth finger squeeze inside, a deep and long moan escaping him as he arched and cursed. Brook leaned over his chest and opened his jaw, exhaling a gust of frosty cold air that felt like needles on his nipples. Zoro moaning louder and shaking "f*ck! Brook!"

Brook chuckled and leaned back, his fingers finding Zoro's prostate and massaging it firmly "Hold it. Hold it, Zoro."

Zoro's muscles flexed as he gasped and struggled to follow instructions as he was stimulated. But he wouldn't give in. He's spent too many years honing his body for complete control to give into weakness. Just as he thought he had everything under control, he heard Brook say in a commanding voice:

" Come ."

Brook immediately started almost violently finger f*cking Zoro and massaging him with hard circles.

" f*ck !" Zoro snapped and arched as he came almost painfully, screaming his pleasure as he shot seed onto his stomach and chest, his co*ck untouched.

Brook slowed his massage down before pulling out and discarding his glove "Good boy Zoro. Very good." Brook cooed lovingly then started to pet Zoro's twitching and sweaty body. He leaned over and pressed his teeth to Zoro's forehead before getting off the bed and going into the bathroom with a pleased hum.

The three men crawled over to Zoro and immediately started cuddling and kissing him gently as the man came down from his high. Zoro panted heavily with a closed eye as he numbly accepted the affection from his lovers. Eventually Brook came back with some damp and dry towels, using them to clean up his lovers with Usopp's help since he recovered first. Once everyone was cleaned up they got into a cuddle pile: Zoro in the middle on his back with Luffy snuggled up to his right side, Usopp was snuggling against Zoro's thighs while massaging them gently, Sanji was on Zoro's left side and stroking Zoro's chest while Brook found a place behind Luffy.

"Wonderful session everyone." Brook beamed as he rubbed Luffy's head "Especially you Zoro dear."

"Yeah yeah…" Zoro mumbled sleepily then a moment later snoring was heard as the swordsman fell asleep.

Luffy was passed out as well with Sanji almost there. Usopp stopped massaging Zoro when he realized he was asleep so he stretched a little and smiled up at Brook "Gonna try and sleep with us this time Brook?"

"Mm. I suppose." Brook nodded and shimmied down to get more comfortable behind Luffy, draping a long arm over Luffy, Zoro and touching Sanji's waist. "Sleep well everyone." Brook said softly and rested his skull on a pillow, watching his lovers all fall asleep before willing himself to drift off as well.

Chapter 3: Familiar

Chapter Text

"So… Do you know what your family is like now?" Usopp asked Sanji, the cook busy at work in the kitchen. Usopp was helping out by washing then cutting a bunch of potatoes into bite sized pieces.

Sanji sighed and stirred around some chopped bacon in a large pot "Not really. I remember them when I was a kid. They were cruel and ruthless because I was weak. My sister was a bit cold but only when around the others. When it was just us… she was nice to me. Back then I didn't see it as being nice. I thought it was… pity." He grabbed some chopped onion and minced garlic, throwing it into the pot then stirring it around with the bacon and bacon grease. "But I suppose we get along better now? That call was the first time I've heard from her and well… she didn't sound like an emotionally unavailable monster like my brothers. Or Judge."

Usopp put the last of the potatoes into a pot with cold water as he said "I noticed you only call your father by his name."

"Yeah. I refuse to call that man my father." Sanji said with gritted teeth, tapping the pot lip angrily and setting the wooden spoon aside "I only have one father and he's in a floating restaurant called the Baratie. Zeff will always be my father. My only father."

Usopp smiled softly and went up behind Sanji, wrapping his arms around the other's waist and kissing his shoulder "I know."

Sanji leaned against Usopp for a moment with a comfortable sigh before getting back to work. After dinner was ready and set up, everyone was called into the dining room, Jinbe staying at the helm. Sanji made up a tray and kissed Luffy's head on the way by before heading up to the helm. He set the tray down next to Jinbe then leaned on the railing as he lit up a cigarette. He took a breath then said "How long till we get to the rendezvous point?"

"About a week, I believe Nami said." Jinbe gruffed then reached over and took off the top, pulling the soup Sanji made over to him and taking a sip from the bowl. "Delicious as always." Jinbe nodded and kept focusing on the sea as he sipped at the bowl.

Sanji smiled crookedly as he exhaled smoke "I know. Thanks." He sighed a little and took another hit of nicotine.

"Something on your mind?" Jinbe looked over at Sanji, his hands tilting the wheel ever so slightly to the left to adjust their course.

"Just… nerves I guess? Everyone keeps asking me how I am and I say I'm fine or just nervous… But honestly? I'm scared." He frowned distastefully as he said "I don't exactly have fond memories of my brothers and Judge."

"I see." Jimbe took another sip before setting it down and picking up a sandwich, taking a bit of that and swallowing before saying "If it makes you feel better we should be arriving a day early and there's a small island right nearby. You could use that as a day to relax yourself before dealing with your blood family."

"Mm. Not a bad idea. Inhabited?"

"A small port town then another more inland. It's a very small island."

"Mmm… Alright. Sounds good to me."

"I'll inform Nami of the slight course change." Jinbe said with a nod.

"Thanks Jinbe." Sanji took another breath then walked down the steps as he waved a hand "Enjoy your meal." He headed back into the dining room and saw most of the food was gone already, Robin and Nami talking together about something as Franky and Usopp talked together adamantly about their projects. Luffy as usual was stuffing his face but every so often Zoro would reach over with a napkin and clean his grinning face. He took a last breath from his cigarette before stubbing it out and tossing it. He pulled some drinks from the fridge and grinned with heart eyes as he presented them to Nami and Robin "Tropical fruit punches for my Goddesses~"

"Why thank you Sanji." Robin said with a smile as she took her glass.

"Thanks Sanji~" Nami cooed and took her glass, tinking it against Robin's before taking a sip.

"Oie. Where's mine?" Zoro grumbled.

Sanji scoffed and said "Get your own Marimo."

Zoro frowned and got up, went into the kitchen and came back with a bottle of sake. As he opened it and started drinking, Sanji smacked him on the back of the head and spat "Oie!"

"Sanji?" Usopp spoke up softly.

"Yes my dear?" Sanji looked up with a smile and hit Zoro again.

"Could I try one? The drink."

Sanji hummed then nodded "Of course~"

"What the f*ck-" Zoro choked on his drink with a scowl.

"Favor-ism!" Luffy yelled and pointed at Sanji.

Sanji scoffed and said as he walked back into the kitchen "No such thing. I just felt like saying yes. And it's favoritism Luffy."

"Then can I have one?" Luffy asked.

Sanji sighed and said "Fine."

" Oie!" Zoro arched his neck to look at Sanji sternly "The f*ck Curly?"

Sanji just snickered as he poured two glasses and walked back over, handing one to Usopp then Luffy "What? Moss ball need hydration?"

Zoro huffed and started nursing his bottle grumpily. As Sanji passed by he gave Zoro's head a fond scratch before sitting down next to Brook who was quietly sipping his cup of Earl Grey. He saw the News Coo on the table near Nami so he grabbed it and flipped it open, browsing over the pages.

"Anything interesting?" Brook asked as he leaned towards Sanji to peer at the newspaper.

"Not really. We haven't done anything dramatic lately so no news about us or bounty raises."

"I see." Brook took a sip of his tea then said "Any word from your sister?"

"Other than to tell Nami the coordinates, no." Sanji leaned his chin on his hand as he handed the paper over to Brook who started looking through it himself.

"Your family is Germa, correct?" Robin asked Sanji curiously.

Sanji sighed and nodded "Yes. Germa 66…"

"I heard Vinsmoke Judge genetically modified all his children. Would you be included in that?"

"Unfortunately." Sanji grumbled and waved his hand "Probably why I heal so fast and fight better than most normal people."

"That makes sense." Robin mused.

"What are your brothers like?" Nami asked as she leaned on her hand.

Sanji shrugged and said "I can't vouch for how they are these days but when I was a kid they used to beat the sh*t outta me. Judge never did anything to stop them. Bastard…" Sanji grit his teeth "Knowing them they've gotten more pigheaded as they got older. As far as I'm aware I'm the only one out of the four of us that's… empathetic and has all of my emotions. Reiju has some empathy but a fair amount of her emotions were trained out of her."

"How sad…" Brook said softly and reached over, rubbing Sanji's upper back "Perhaps fortune favors you and they've matured?"

Sanji cringed and said "I think I'd rather be struck by lightning again than see my brothers be nice to me."

"Fair." Brook shrugged then went back to his paper.

"I'll help you clean up dinner tonight." Usopp offered with a smile.

Sanji waved a hand and cooed "You don't have to my dear~ You helped make it! Just relax with the others." He then glared at Zoro "Oie. Algae brain."

"Eh? You talkin' to me?" Zoro pulled his bottle from his lips, licking them of booze.

"Yes. Help me clean up the dishes tonight."

Zoro went to argue but stopped when he noticed something in Sanji's body language. He instead huffed and said "Fine."

Sanji smiled before taking a sip of his drink and observing his crew with fond eyes, thinking about how enjoyable it'll be to have Zoro bend him over this table in about a half hour and rail his brains out.

" Yoooow Bone-bro~ !" Franky called out.

Brook stopped tuning his guitar and looked up to see Franky walking towards him with a grin. "Oh hello Franky. What can I do for you?"

Franky wiggled his eyebrows as he said "Me and Usopp have been talkin' and we wanna give you some SUPER upgrades~"

Brook blinked and said "I do not wish to be a cyborg. Thank you."

Franky laughed and waved a hand "Nah~ I don't mean like that! Come down to the workshop and we'll show yah what we mean."

Brook sighed but put his guitar aside and followed Franky down into his workshop. There already was Usopp furiously scribbling into a drawing pad. When he heard Franky come back he looked up and grinned "Brook! Hey! We have a fun idea I think you'll like!"

"Alright, you have my attention." Brook sat down on a stool as he watched Franky and Usopp grin at each other. "So… What is it?"

"This!" Usopp turned his sketchbook around and Brook's eyes would've widened if he had any.

What Brook saw was a sketch of what looked to be boxer brief underwear but with something… attached to the front. "Is… that…"

"A dick!" Franky announced proudly. He pointed to the sketch as he said "It's just a sketch for now of course! But the idea is that you can put on these shorts that you can attach a dild* too! A strap-on!" he winked and said "I made one for Robin so it won't be that hard to do another. But!" He slapped a hand to his chest as he said "I had an idea to make it functional! As you know I can make SUPER realistic skin to cover my metal exoskeleton. My thought is to let you have control over your own penis! Make it hard or soft. Maybe even ejacul*te lube!"

Brook just stared at the two mechanical minded men then said "You two have put a lot of thought into our sex life haven't you?"

Usopp laughed shyly and rubbed his neck "Well, you always just use your gloves so we thought we'd give you another option! You don't have to get naked and you can wear it under your clothes."

Brook scratched his jaw absently then said "I suppose it would be interesting to try. How long till it's finished?"

"I could get the prototype done in five days~!" Franky held up three fingers then crossed his arms "I would say three but I want to make sure everything is body safe and reacting like it's supposed to. Wouldn't be good if things went wrong while you're f*ckin' around."

"I would say so!" Brook laughed then stood up and nodded his head "Do you need any measurements?"

"Oh yeah! C'mer." Franky pulled Brook over and took out a measuring tape, calling out numbers to Usopp who scribbled them down "Any size preferences?"

Brook hummed and said "Well, when I was alive I was about… ten inches I believe? I'm quite tall, you see." He tapped his chin "Perhaps this big around?" He held out his hand to his groin and made a circle with his thumb and pointer finger with an inch gap between them "Yes. That seems about right."

Usopp swallowed shakily as he noted down Brook's length and size "U-Uh… C-Color or design p-preference?"

Brook watched as Franky put the measuring tape away and said "Not really… Hm. Perhaps white or black? Oh! Or purple? Like my cane? Designed like a normal phallus if you don't mind. Cut."

Franky laughed and nodded with a grin "Sounds super fun~! I'll make up a mock model of your dick then show you for approval before getting the real one fleshed out."

"Sounds good to me." Brook walked over to Usopp and caressed his jaw as he said "Would you like the honor of testing it out with me once it's done?"

Usopp swallowed then nodded "O-Okay…"

"You'll have to spill all the details afterwards bro~!" Franky said with a grin then headed over to his work table, pulling out some fabric as he said "Come here Uso-bro! Lemme know which one of these would feel nicer!"

"C-Coming!" Usopp yelled out then flashed Brook a smile before heading over to Franky, feeling along the rolls of fabric.

Brook chuckled then headed back up to the desk of the ship to grab his guitar. The idea of being able to properly have sex with his partners had been a dream of his. The closest he'd been able to get was when Usopp gave him those gloves to use that allowed him to join in. But to actually f*ck his partners for the first time in over fifty years? It sounded too good to be true. Of course he wouldn't feel any physical pleasure like always, but to see his lovers writhing in ecstasy on top of him or below him as he thrusted into them… It would take his breath away if he had any to take!

Brook hummed as he plucked at his strings absently, playing a mindless tune as he thought of how much more interesting their sex life will become once the strap-on was made and functional.

Once they finally reached the island a few days later, Sanji was eager to stretch his legs on solid ground. He sighed and ran his hand through his hair then lit up a cigarette, looking over to his left as Luffy jumped down from the ship along with Zoro, Brook and Usopp joining a moment later.

"No causing trouble!" Nami called out as she walked with Robin towards the left as the five went right. "And don't lose Zoro!"

"Gh-!" Zoro clenched his fists and blushed, grumbling under his breath about Nami being a witch and to mind her business.

Luffy laughed at Zoro then patted his back firmly "We gotcha Zoro!"

"Yeah yeah whatever." The swordsman grumbled.

Sanji led them towards a cooking ware store and said "You guys can just wait out here if you want."

"I'll go with you Sanji." Brook said happily.

"Ima go in this store!" Usopp noticed a weapon supply store and looked at Zoro "Wanna come?"

"Sure." Zoro shrugged and followed him over, Luffy bouncing along behind Brook and looking around the kitchen store.

Usopp opened the door to the weapon shop and immediately beelined towards some caltrops, grinning at them before looking into his bag "Five… Ten…" he pulled out some Beri and put them on the counter as he said "I'll take fifteen thanks!"

As the merchant put them into a leather bag for Usopp, the door opened again and two male voices spoke up. "I told you there was a weapons store!"

"I don't know why you wanted to look. There's nothing here we don't already have back home."

"I just wanna look! Shesh."

Usopp grabbed his bag with a word of thanks before turning and walking forwards, yelping as he ran into a very firm chest and fell backwards. A hand shot out from under a cloak and wrapped around his waist, saving him from hitting the floor and tugging him to their chest "Oh!"

"Heh~ Careful there. You could've split your pretty little head open."

"Wha?" Usopp looked up and fidgeted from the hand on his waist still "Er. Thank you but um…"

"Huh?"

"You're still holding onto him, Yonji."

"Oh. Right." The cloaked man named Yonji pulled his hand away and grinned "What's a pretty thing like you doin' in a weapons shop?"

"Oh um…" Usopp wasn't used to people calling him pretty other than Sanji, Brook and sometimes Zoro so he just felt flustered and awkward "Caltrops? And I need some other stuff…"

"Oooh. Sounds fun." The cloaked front figure tilted her head, reaching out and trailing a finger along Usopp's overall strap "You look like quite the fighter. Care for a brawl?"

"You'd wipe the floor with him. Don't give some stranger hope."

"Heh~ I didn't mean an actual fight Niji. Gotta pass the time till tomorrow yah know?"

Usopp flushed red and felt a firm hand touch his back as a familiar voice gruffed behind him "This guy bothering you Usopp?"

Usopp relaxed into Zoro's hand and said "Uh- No. Not really. Just- um…"

"Usopp huh?" The man named Yonji eyed Zoro then huffed and turned around "Let's go. Think I heard there's a bar near here. Let's drink 'em dry!"

"Sounds good to me." The other cloaked man eyed Zoro closely before turning and leaving the shop as well.

"Man those two were weird." Zoro said with a slight upturn of his nose in distaste "Were they hitting on you?"

"I don't know honestly. It was really weird…"

"Eh. Those boys have been running around town for the past three days." The merchant said with a shrug, twirling his curled mustache "Other than emptying restaurants of food and drink, they haven't been causing much trouble."

"Huh." Zoro humphed then said "Seem like trouble makers." He put a package of sword oil cotton swabs on the counter and paid for it as Usopp scoped around the store more and picked up a few new things. He went to leave with Zoro but turned back at the last second and grabbed something else "Heh… Doesn't hurt to be prepared." He paid for his stuff and said "Alright let's go- Zoro?" He looked around then exited the shop "Zoro?" He groaned and sagged against a wall as he said "Oh crap. I lost Zoro!"

Zoro's nose managed to sniff out a bar, the scent of alcohol and sound of mild bar fights drawing him in like a moth to flame. He entered the bar and sat down at the counter, waving the bartender over and getting a mug of beer. He put it to his lips as he felt someone sit down to his left then his right. He took a long gulp before putting his mug down and grumbling "Can I help you?"

"Saw you in the weapon shop. Three swords huh? Compensating for somethin'?"

The voice told him it was the man the other had called Yonji. He sighed and said "Look. If you want a fight let's take this outside. I don't like to make it a habit to f*ck up bars I drink at."

"A fight? Heh. Nah. Came for a drink!" Yonji waved the bartender over and got a large mug of beer for himself and Niji. He took a long drink before saying "So~ Busy tonight? I don't like to beat around the bush. You look like a fun person to f*ck around with. Like you can handle me~"

Zoro raised an eyebrow at that, wondering if the other can sense how strong he is. He huffed and turned a little in his chair "Why? I don't know you."

He held out his hand and said smoothly "Yonji. There. Now we know each other."

Zoro stared at the hand then turned back to the bar and took another drink. Niji snickered and said "You're sh*t at flirting, Yonji."

"Shut up!" Yonji snapped and gulped down his beer.

Zoro huffed at the two arguing like children then said "Look. You two are going nowhere with me. I'm already spoken for. So thanks but no."

"I don't see 'em here with you." Yonji cooed as he reached over and ran a gloved finger along Zoro's forearm. Zoro snapped his other hand over and grabbed their hand, bending it backwards as the man yelped and fell to the floor on his knees "Hey hey! What the Hell??"

Niji just snorted into his mug and watched Yonji's teeth bare into a grimace "Had it coming. I am not helping you."

"Tck-" Yonji wet his lips with his tongue before grinning and saying "Is this how you like 'em? On their knees? I can work with that~"

Zoro scowled and flicked his wrist, a satisfying snap heard as he dislocated the other's wrist. The man gasped sharply and held his wrist as Zoro paid for his drink and adjusted his sword "I'm going somewhere else. Leave me alone." Zoro walked away as Niji howled with laughter, Yonji cursing at him to help reset his wrist and to stop laughing. Zoro glanced around on the street and started walking, a bored expression on his face as he wandered around.

As Zoro got himself more lost, Sanji came out of the shop with a happy smile and new kitchen aids: A new pot, twelve inch stainless steel pan, cast iron pan and a new wooden spoon since Luffy broke the last one using it as a drumstick on a pan. He looked around for Usopp and Zoro then shrugged and kept walking. "Need anything Brook?"

"Hm. Nothing comes to mind."

"Meat~!" Luffy drooled.

Sanji sighed and smacked Luffy on the back of the head "No food yet. You'll spoil your appetite."

"Never." Luffy grinned at Sanji who just rolled his eyes. As they walked towards a café he heard a familiar laugh belonging to Nami. He smiled and walked faster, seeing Robin and Nami at a table with… Sanji stopped walking as he stared at Nami and Robin's third companion.

Said companion saw Sanji and stood up with a smile "Sanji!"

"R-Reiju?"

Reiju walked up to Sanji and hugged him tightly "I wasn't expecting to see you so soon!"

"I-I wasn't either." He gave her a light hug before parting and looking warily at Robin and Nami who looked a bit surprised "Ah…"

Reiju looked at the girls then smiled as she dragged Sanji over by his arm "I met these two while looking for a café! Robin is so fascinating to talk to!"

"H-Hello my dears." Sanji said nervously. He cleared his throat and motioned to Reiju as he said "Nami, Robin. This is my elder sister. Reiju."

Reiju blinked then said "Oh! Nami! That's why your voice sounded so familiar." She smiled at the two as she sat down again and crossed her legs "So you two have been taking care of my baby brother huh?"

"Yes we have." Robin said fondly before noticing Luffy drooling into the café window as Brook tried to peel him away to stop creeping out the workers. "Luffy? Brook?"

"Coming Robin!" Brook wrenched Luffy away and tucked him under his arm then walked over to the table, bowing towards Reiju politely before saying calmly "Good evening madam. May I see your panties?"

Sanji twitched then yelled as he flew a leg up and kicked Brook in the head, Luffy flying away with him with a yelp. Sanji growled at Brook before looking back at Reiju "Please ignore our musician and idiot Captain."

Reiju raised a delicate eyebrow as she said "Which one was the captain?"

"I am!" Luffy bounced over as he dusted himself off "I'm Monkey D. Luffy and ima be King of the Pirates!"

Reiju giggled behind a hand and smiled "I'm sure you are." She looked back to Sanji "Have you run into our brothers yet? They came into town with me."

"Thankfully no." Sanji said stiffly.

"I see… and where is your partner?" She smiled and looked at Robin and Nami "Or are one of these lovely ladies your wife?"

Sanji blushed at that and squirmed before saying "Uh- They're not with us right now. You'll meet them tomorrow."

"Ah. Oh well. I'll see them soon." Reiju nodded with a shrug then finished off her tea and stood up again "Speaking of brothers… I should go. I can hear them causing some trouble down the way." She smiled at Sanji then nodded towards Robin and Nami "It was a pleasure to meet you two."

"The pleasure is ours." Robin said with a diplomatic smile. The female Vinsmoke waved before walking away down the road and breaking into a run.

Sanji sagged against Luffy and groaned "I didn't expect to see her today… And those three are running around town? I hope they haven't run into the others… Or worse, Zoro." He cringed a little at the chaos that would happen if Zoro met his brothers.

"I'm sure things are fine for now." Nami waved a hand then went back to her tea "Just enjoy your day then head back to the ship if you're anxious."

Sanji smiled warmly at Nami and nodded to her "Thank you Nami." He sighed and said "I suppose I could head back now. You two can keep running around without me."

"If you're sure of it, Sanji." Brook lifted Sanji's free hand to his teeth before handing him his bag holding a new cast iron "Take care."

Sanji leaned over and gave Luffy a peck on the cheek before leaving the group and heading back towards the ship. Brook watched Sanji leave before looking at the girls "What did you think of his sister?"

Nami shrugged and said "She seems pretty normal to me. Well… as normal as you can be while being a human weapon."

"I agree. She seems the most reasonable." Robin added as she lowered her cup to its dish "Being friendly with her will prove to be a smart decision."

"I see." Brook nodded then pulled on Luffy's collar before he could run into the café. "I think we will go look for Usopp and Zoro. Knowing our beloved swordsman, he's already lost."

Nami sighed and said "You're probably right. We'll be at the ship later today."

"Have a good evening Nami, Robin." Brook nodded to them before dragging Luffy away behind him.

Luffy laughed as he was dragged before jumping up and clinging to Brook's back like a koala "Where do you think they are?"

Brook gave a small shrug and said "We'll just have to look and see."

Somewhere in town Zoro turned a corner and scowled, looking around as he scratched his head "The town is so small. How the f*ck did I get lost?!" He huffed and walked down an alleyway, kicking some rubbish before noticing someone else coming the opposite way. He kept his face neutral as they walked by each other before calling out "Hey. Do you know how to get to the port?"

The cloaked man stopped and glanced towards Zoro, staring at him from under the hood before saying as he pointed a thumb East. "That way. Go straight. How did you get lost in a small port town anyway?"

Zoro flushed and scowled, walking back towards the man and past him "Whatever…" he turned to the left and the man shouted at him.

"Right!"

Zoro froze up then turned around and went the other way. The cloaked figure huffed as he saw Zoro make an unnecessary turn and ran after him, catching his elbow as he said "You really don't have a sense of direction do you?"

Zoro jerked his arm away and said heatedly "So what if I don't? I've never been here before."

The figure looked at Zoro up and down quietly before smiling crookedly "Care for a drink? I'll pay."

Zoro brightened up and smirked "Pull my leg a little huh? Lead the way." He walked with the stranger as he said "So, what's your name?"

"Ichiji. Yourself?"

Zoro blinked at the name. It sounded oddly familiar but he shook his head and said "Zoro."

"Zoro? Like the swordsman? I thought those three swords looked familiar." He chuckled and said "What an honor."

"Heh." Zoro smirked co*ckily and entered the pub with Ichiji.

They sat down at a table and Ichiji ordered them both two mugs before leaning back and looking at Zoro "So. What brings you to this little town, infamous pirate hunter?"

"Some business my crew has." Zoro said and grabbed his mug as it was brought over, gladly taking a gulp "You?"

"Family business." Ichiji said with a bored tone, taking his mug and sipping it before saying "Terribly boring if I'm honest."

"Don't like the family huh?"

Ichiji scoffed and said "We all can't stand each other, but we do what we do and bear with it." He took a long gulp, Zoro getting a hit of long eyelashes on closed lids. Ichiji downed the rest of his mug and put it on the table as he said "Tsh… None of this piss water ever gets me drunk. My tolerance is too damn high."

Zoro laughed and gulped down the rest of his "Me too. Doc says I'm an alcoholic but whatever. I do my job and I do it well so he can shut up about it."

Ichiji snickered and said "I hear that. Last time I got even close to being drunk was when I drank a restaurant dry a few days ago."

Zoro felt his finger twitch on his mug with what the stranger said. It sounds familiar. Where did he just hear someone say that? Zoro chuckled instead and said "Sounds about right."

Ichiji suddenly turned his head towards the door and sighed before standing and throwing some money down "I have to go. It was… nice… to have a drink with such an infamous swordsman. Till we meet again, Zoro. Perhaps a drinking competition is called for next time we meet."

Zoro scoffed and waved his hand in a shooing motion "Yeah yeah. Thanks for the drink, kid." Ichiji chuckled then turned with a flourish of his cloak, a hit of red hair making itself known before he walked out of the pub. Zoro looked after the man then scoffed and waved for another drink, nursing said mug as he thought about how weird his day was.

After reuniting with Zoro and dragging him back to the ship for the night, Sanji felt so restless while cuddling with his lovers that Zoro shoved him away from the pile and grumbled to go get sleeping pills from Chopper. Sanji sighed and rubbed his eyes as he walked away from the large bed in the captain's quarters. Instead of waking the reindeer he headed into the kitchen and made himself a cup of chamomile tea with honey. He sat down at the dining table with a cigarette in one hand and a cup on the other, going back and forth between his cigarette and tea in hopes of numbing his overactive brain.

Sanji looked up as he saw Brook walk into the kitchen, his sleepwear still on as he walked over and sat down next to Sanji. "Nerves keeping you awake my dear?"

"Mm." Sanji leaned against Brook and the skeleton gladly put an arm around Sanji's back, rubbing gentle circles into his lower back with his finger tips. "At this point I'm just worried that they're going to start sh*t with me. Usopp can only handle himself so much before he starts crumbling from pressure…"

"Usopp will be fine." Brook murmured, urging Sanji to keep drinking his tea with a hand motion. His hand dropped down to rub Sanji's thigh as he said "He's stronger than you think. He can hold himself up without you needing to support him. You know how he gets when he's in character." He chuckled a soft "Yo ho ho~" then said "Have faith."

"I guess…" Sanji finished his tea then cuddled into Brook's side more, enjoying the natural tea scent the skeleton always seems to have with his tea addiction.

"Feeling tired now my Heart?" He didn't get a reply so he looked down, "Sanji?" He noticed that Sanji finally fell asleep against him, his fingers clinging to his night clothes as he slept. Brook chuckled and held Sanji closer before gently scooping him up into his arms. He made sure to put the dishes into the sink and that the stove was off before heading back to bed. Brook looked over his other lovers with fond amusem*nt to see Luffy sprawled over Zoro's legs face down snoring while Usopp was curled up to Zoro's side, his arm over the man's chest and faces close as they slept peacefully. "Yo ho~ So cute…" Brook whispered to himself before holding Sanji in one arm as he adjusted Luffy before settling Sanji down into the nook of Zoro's arm. Sanji sighed softly and snuggled closer, Zoro subconsciously putting a protective arm around Sanji as he slept. Brook watched them for who knows how long, every so often adjusting Luffy so he didn't kick or punch anyone.

After a bit Brook decided to leave the room, heading into the kitchen and cleaning up Sanji's tea session before making himself a cup and walking out to the deck. He went up to the helm and put a hand on Jinbe's shoulder, the fishman looking over the railing "Take a break my friend."

Jinbe blinked at Brook then chuckled and rubbed his eyes "Ah… Good timing. Thank you." He stepped away and said "Nothing to report for the night."

"Good good. Now go rest. You look weary." Jinbe flashed Brook a smile before heading down the steps. Brook sipped his tea as he listened to the sound of the waves crashing on the island shore they were anchored to. Unlike when he was stuck on the Rumbar Pirate ship, he felt more at peace with the silence on the Sunny. He knew his crew was alive and well asleep in their beds. That this wasn't a delirious but vivid dream. He had a home, a crew, and partners that loved him. Brook sipped his tea as he hummed a soft version of Bink's Sake, his foot tapping lightly on the wood as he stared into the moonlit sparking ocean.

Chapter 4: Meet the family

Chapter Text

"Wow. You really are nervous aren't you?" Zoro asked as their ship slowly approached the landmass known as Germa.

Sanji swallowed as he held onto Usopp's hand tightly, staring at the looming castle that seemed to taunt his fear. "Yes. I am." His eyes flicked to Zoro as he said "If you saw what I had to deal with as a child, you'd understand."

Zoro sighed and reached over, rubbing Sanji's shoulder before taking his hand and saying "Come with me for a moment Sanji. We have at least ten minutes till we dock." Sanji was reluctant but a small push from Usopp made him follow Zoro into the captain's quarters. Zoro sat down cross legged on the floor and patted the floor in front of him in invitation.

Sanji sighed and sat down as well, looking down as Zoro reached out and held both of his hands "Zoro…"

"Shush. You need to calm down before you decide to just jump ship." Zoro said shortly and said "Now, close your eyes and focus on the sound of my breathing and heartbeat. I know your hearing is good enough for that."

Sanji sighed again but heavier and nodded "Fine." He closed his eyes and straightened out his back, inhaling slowly then exhaling. In the darkness he found himself slowly getting pulled towards the warmth of Zoro's hands, his imagination trailing up muscled forearms and biceps to focus on his chest and lips. He could practically feel the slow and steady breaths Zoro was taking, his body slowly following along to the rhythm. His hands felt and ears heard the steady and strong pulse of Zoro's heartbeat, focusing on the beating muscle as he slowly relaxed.

After several minutes of meditating together in perfect unison, Sanji opened his eyes to see Zoro looking at him with calm eyes. Sanji blushed and said "What?"

Zoro looked Sanji over before saying "I don't tell you enough. But you're beautiful. And handsome." He lifted one of Sanji's hands to his lips and kissed his fingers, the beautiful hands that fed them such delicious meals and touched them with such love. "I love you Sanji."

Sanji felt his eyes water and he whispered back "I-I love you too Zoro." He sniffled and with a crooked smile "You idiot…"

Zoro chuckled then leaned forwards and tilted Sanji face up a little, kissing his lover sweetly. Sanji moaned softly into the kiss and wrapped his arms around Zoro's neck, grunting as Zoro pulled him into his lap to continue making out and caressing each other. After several more kisses a knock was heard and Brook poked his head into the doorway "Pardon the intrusion, but we are docked."

Sanji exhaled shakily as he leaned against Zoro's chest, his face buried in the other's neck as his fingers dug into Zoro's black vest. The greenette pet Sanji's hair then back before saying "Get up and go introduce your husband."

Sanji laughed then leaned back, rubbing his eyes and smiling "Yeah…" he placed a last kiss on Zoro's lips before standing up "Remember Zoro. No killing anyone."

Zoro stood up and scoffed, adjusting his vest then cuffs "Yeah yeah." He looked down as Sanji adjusted his tie then caressed his chest, his eyes lingering on the beautiful silver, gold and black flat braid metal band around Sanji's ring finger. Zoro took Sanji's hand and kissed the ring "I won't kill anyone."

Sanji smiled with a blush before turning away and walking back out to the deck. He looked over the railing as Luffy walked up next to him, putting a hand on his lower back in silent support. They all looked down at the soldiers lined up to greet them, each wearing a stone cold expression and hidden eyes. A plank was attached to the ship and Sanji inhaled then exhaled, looking over at Usopp as the sniper smiled warmly and offered his arm. Sanji smiled back and gratefully took it, walking with his lover down the ramp. The Germa soldiers straightened up and saluted Sanji as he approached them, one coming from the side and walking up to them.

The soldier saluted Sanji then said firmly "Vinsmoke Sanji and guests. Follow me."

Sanji glanced back at Zoro as the swordsman man followed behind them, a hand on Wado as he glanced around. Sanji let them be led into the castle and felt his anxiety crawling up his throat. He wanted to run and throw up but a gentle hand on his arm helped calm him down. There was also a gentle hugging pressure around his torso and waist from where he could feel Usopp's soft rope work weight on him in a comforting way. Sanji remembered the way Usopp slowly wound the rope around him, fingers caressing his skin and kissing along the way as he bound his lover.

"You're doing great Sanji." Usopp murmured.

"Thanks…" Sanji whispered back, his hand going on top of Usopp's to caress the matching wedding ring he wore.

They got to the main throne chamber door and Sanji hesitated, Usopp looking at Sanji worried "Sanji?"

Zoro glanced around before leaning forwards and murmuring "We're here for you…"

Sanji swallowed then nodded and let the soldiers open the door, the large doors parting to show a large throne room with a table below and four empty chairs. Sanji shook a little before inhaling and exhaling slowly.

He wouldn't let them see his fear.

"Sanji…" Judge slowly rose from his throne as the trio approached the throne. His eyes flickered to Usopp then Zoro "And… who are these men?"

"Judge." Sanji said shortly then said "This… is my husband. Usopp."

Judge grimaced and spat "Husband? Tsh. Did you go and get yourself married as soon as I said you were-"

"No!" Sanji shouted angrily and spat back "I love him. We've known each other for many years and decided to get married long before you were even a thought! Don't give yourself so much damn credit…"

Judge scowled then looked up as the doors opened again "Just in time."

Sanji looked behind them and Usopp could physically feel Sanji freeze up, their arm tightening around his own. The four Vinsmoke children walked down the way and approached their father before the three sons stopped and stared.

"Wait. I know you!" Yonji pointed at Usopp and said "You're that guy from the weapon shop. Us…Usopp right?"

"And you're Zoro." Ichiji said coolly as he looked at Zoro.

Zoro narrowed his eyes slightly as he said "Ah… I thought your names sounded familiar. Tsh…"

Ichiji looked at Zoro up and down then said "That suits you."

Zoro's fingers twitched a little on Wado but he didn't say anything else. Reiju smiled and walked up to Usopp, taking him in with her eyes then looked at Sanji "So? Introduce me!"

Sanji sighed a little before saying "This is my husband, Usopp."

Yonji's jaw dropped "There's no f*cking way."

Niji smacked Yonji on the back of the head and scowled "Shut up. You had no chance anyway."

"You shut up!" Yonji spat and crossed his arms, his eyes flickering to Zoro but also to Ichiji, noticing a twitch in his brother's lips he's never seen before.

"Enough!" Judge clapped once, the sound echoing in the chamber. He then said "Dinner is in ten minutes. I expect to see you all there and to get to know my… son-in-law." He eyed Usopp critically then walked down the steps and past everyone to exit the room.

Reiju exhaled as he left then held onto Sanji's hand as well as Usopp's with a soft smile "You two look so cute together. I can't wait to get to know you Usopp."

Usopp inhaled then exhaled before turning on the charm and smiling handsomely, nodding his head and saying "I can't wait to get to know you too, Reiju. It's a pleasure to meet you."

Reiju smiled brightly before looking at Sanji "You remember the way?"

"Unfortunately." Sanji said shortly which earned him a short frown from Usopp "What?"

Usopp sighed then leaned in and tilted his head to kiss Sanji's cheek "Relax Sanji."

Sanji blushed at the open affection, not noticing the way Yonji was elbowed by Niji for staring. "Let's just go." Sanji grumbled and started walking with Usopp and Reiju.

Zoro went to walk with them but paused when he noticed Ichiji staring at him. "What?"

Ichiji shrugged and said "Just surprised you're on the same crew as my brother." He smiled crookedly and said "Still up for that drink? We could break into the liquor room and drink ourselves into a coma."

Zoro couldn't help the small smirk and he adjusted his swords as he said "Depends on if you piss me off and how dinner goes. I'm protective of my crew. Make no mistake about that, Ichiji."

The red haired Vinsmoke held back a physical reaction of how Zoro said his name in that gravelly tone "Fair enough." He nodded and held his hands behind him as he walked away from Zoro "Come along then Zoro. I'd rather you not get lost in our home." Zoro flushed a little but followed after Ichiji as he grumbled.

Yonji stared after Usopp as he walked behind his yellow haired brother and his husband.

Husband.

It kind of pissed him off that their runt of a brother was able to not only get a boyfriend, but also a husband. A handsome and strong looking husband at that. It ticked Yonji off and he wanted to punch someone over it. Hell, he even saw Ichiji staring at the green haired bodyguard. It wasn't fair that Sanji surrounded himself with such handsome men. All of which were apparently taken! He scowled deeper and glanced back toward Ichiji, raising an eyebrow as he and Zoro apparently were… talking? "Tck." Yonji stared ahead with a deep frown, ignoring the glare Niji was shooting his way.

When they got to the dining room, Judge wasn't there yet but everything was starting to get laid out. To Sanji's surprise, Zoro sat down next to Ichiji to continue their conversation, Zoro apparently talking about his swords while Ichiji was talking about his flame attacks. Sanji sat down between Reiju and Usopp, Yonji sitting across from Usopp and Niji next to him so he was across from Sanji.

"So." Niji spoke up as he held a glass up, a servant rushing over and filling it "How did you two meet?"

"Oh." Usopp grinned and patted Sanji's hand as he said "We met in my hometown. They were there looking for a ship and well, one thing led to another and I ended up on their crew with a new ship being given to us by my friend Kaya."

"Interesting." Ichiji said as he broke away from Zoro's gaze to focus on Usopp "And when did you two… realize things?"

Sanji blushed a little and said "Well… That happened at different times I suppose." He never actually told Usopp when he first had his crush on the other man. He fidgeted with his wedding ring as he said "For myself, it was after you left us in Water Seven. I realized how much I missed you around… and… well it just felt like something was gone from my chest."

Usopp put a hand to his chest as he looked at his lover "Sanji… I didn't realize. You know how bad I feel about that whole situation. Why didn't you tell me you liked me until two years later?"

"I dunno. So much happened I guess?" He shrugged then looked at Usopp happily "But when you came back… I knew what had been missing in my chest. But I just wasn't ready to say anything yet since I didn't know how you felt. I thought you were in love with Kaya."

Usopp laughed and smiled as he reached up and cupped Sanji's face "Kaya and I are close friends. That's it. I wish you told me sooner." He blushed and lowered his hand as he said "I've been crushing on you since we first met… You looked so badass taking out those pirates on the Baratie with just your legs and hands in your pockets. It was really cool and made me feel, well, kinda weak but it made me realize I needed to be stronger for the crew. For you."

Sanji bit his lower lip and leaned in, kissing Usopp's lips softly before whispering "You sap…"

Usopp chuckled with a small blush and rubbed the back of his neck "Heh~ I've always been a romantic Sanji. You know that."

Sanji hummed and looked down at their rings before showing Reiju the ring he wore "Usopp actually made our rings. He's a mechanical genius like our shipwright Franky."

"Oh I love it!" Reiju gushed and held onto Sanji's hand as she looked at the ring "Beautiful work Usopp."

"Why thank you. I went to this desolate island and delved deep into a cave system to mine the ores myself!" Usopp said with a sure nod, smiling to himself as he said "I had to fight off dangerous beasts along the way! Boy if it wasn't for my trusty inventions, I wouldn't have made it!" He tapped his ring and said "But, here we are! Two beautiful rings smelted, designed and crafted by yours truly!" He smiled at Sanji, "Nothing but the highest quality for my husband."

Sanji knew Usopp was definitely lying: the rings were made from scrap material Franky had lying around in his workshop. But the impressed expressions his siblings wore made it worth it.

"Impressive." Ichiji mused with a nod.

The doors opened and they all looked over to see Judge walking into the dining room and sitting himself at the head of the table. He clapped twice and the kitchen doors immediately opened, servants rushing out and setting down trays then taking off the top. Sanji looked down at his food and could already smell it needed more… love. It was the bare minimum. He sighed and cut up the slab of meat on his plate, heavily judging the medium well steak but eating it anyway.

Usopp and Zoro both seemed to both be spoiled by Sanji's cooking if the small expressions they made said anything. It made Sanji smug with pride as he cut up the grilled vegetables.

"So tell me… Usopp." Judge rumbled out. He took a sip of his drink then stared at Usopp "What makes you think I'd accept you as my son's partner?"

"Father!" Reiju exclaimed.

Judge shot her a glare and she quieted down. He looked back to Usopp and said firmly "While my son is a failure, he is still a Vinsmoke by blood. So tell me… what makes you worthy?"

Usopp blinked at Judge, looking between Judge and Reiju before swallowing the water he had drunk. "Uh. Well-" He looked over at Sanji again then reached out and touched his hand. Usopp took a deep breath then said "Being worthy in your eyes doesn't matter to me." He looked at Judge with narrowed eyes "What me and Sanji have gone through strengthens our bond. You'd never understand. And I don't care what you think of me. I love Sanji. That's all that matters."

The table was quiet for a few moments after what Usopp said, Sanji smiling and squeezing Usopp's hand. Judge sneered and said "Love? Tsh… Only the weak say such pathetic crap."

"It's not pathetic." Usopp said firmly, his stare narrowing as he bared his teeth at the much larger man "The only thing that's pathetic is your obsession with calling Sanji weak and insulting him! He's one of the strongest kickers I know! And his cooking is to die for! He's strong, kind and I couldn't imagine my life without him!" Everyone stared at Usopp who dared to yell at Vinsmoke Judge. The sniper having stood up at some point in his speech and managed to hide his shaking legs before sitting back down and said calmly "So just stop with the stupid questions and testing our relationship. I'm your son's husband and we love each other. So-So just shut up already."

After a moment Yonji whistled and said with a grin "That was kinda hot though."

"Indeed." Ichiji said with a crooked smile, even Niji eyed Usopp differently with a smirk.

As Zoro silently agreed with Yonji's statement, Usopp flushed red and grabbed his water, taking a long gulp. Sanji scowled at his brothers and scooted his chair closer to Usopp, putting a hand on his arm possessively. "Back off." Sanji muttered with a glare.

Yonji snickered then shrugged and picked up his wine glass, taking a sip then scowling "Oie! Gimme something stronger!" A servant rushed over and set down a glass of whiskey before backing away.

Judge looked at Usopp with narrow eyes before scoffing and saying "You've got a backbone on you. Good. That's a start." He scowled but kept eating.

Sanji blinked at his father then dropped his jaw open with wide eyes "E-Eh…?"

Usopp chuckled and reached over, pushing up on Sanji's jaw then said "Just eat and don't overthink it right now."

Sanji looked at Usopp then at Zoro who was now gulping from a bottle he had a servant give him. He sighed then continued to eat, still confused by what Judge said and irritated that his brothers expressed a weird desire for Usopp. He just couldn't have anything for himself without a fight.

As dinner came to a close, Judge stood up and said "Sanji. I wish to speak with you in private."

Sanji flinched a little then growled as he set down his glass "Fine." He stood up and shoved his hands into his pockets as he followed Judge out of the dining room.

Ichiji looked over at Zoro and said "Care for that drink? No time better than now."

Zoro glanced at Usopp who was softly talking to Reiju then looked back at Ichiji "Sure. I'm never one to turn down free booze."

"Heh." Ichiji smirked then stood up, walking with Zoro next to him as they exited the dining room.

Reiju stood up as well and said "Care to join me Usopp? I would like to talk with you further."

"Oh. Sure." Usopp was worried about Sanji but knew he could handle himself. Hopefully…

Niji watched as the four left the room then said to Yonji as he stood up as well "Ichiji has that swordsman like a dog on a leash. And Reiju seems to get along with Usopp quite well."

"I noticed…" Yonji scowled and stood, gulping down his drink before grinning "Before they leave here… I'll get my taste." He licked his lips with a dark look in his eyes "Even if I have to make him…"

Ichiji brought Zoro to the cellar where they stored all the alcohol, motioning to a lounge chair for Zoro to sit before going up to a glass cabinet "Any preference?"

"High alcohol content." Zoro said simply as he sat and adjusted his swords. He looked around with an impressed look, admiring their booze collection. When Ichiji came back over the red haired Vinsmoke handed him a glass of clear liquid. Zoro raised an eyebrow at it in question then looked at Ichiji.

Ichiji chuckled and said "It's something called moonshine. Picked it up in a town while in the South. Try it."

Zoro shrugged and gave it a sniff, reeling back with wide eyes before grinning and taking a gulp. "sh*t!" Zoro cackled and took another swallow, his toes curling in his shoes as he grinned "Damn!"

"Hehe~ Good huh?" He took a sip of his own and didn't even flinch. "One of the few things that actually get me drunk these days."

"I get why." Zoro smirked and knocked back the rest of his glass then held it out towards Ichiji "Another."

Ichiji swallowed the rest of his too then poured them both another glass "So. That Usopp. He's got some guts. I've never seen someone talk to Judge like that."

Zoro chuckled and said "Yeah. He's protective like I am. He might not be the most powerful of our group, but he'll damn well act like it."

"I see." Ichiji swirled his glass and looked over Zoro, his hidden eyes greedily taking it in as Zoro reached up and loosened his tie then undid the top three buttons. "You're quite strong yourself I've heard. I wouldn't mind seeing for myself."

The swordsman smirked at the prospect of a challenge and said "Maybe. We'll have to see and maybe we'll do it before we leave."

Ichiji nodded and said "I look forward to taking you on." His words had a slight suggestive purr to them as he tapped his glass with his finger before taking a drink.

Zoro wasn't particularly good at picking up on flirting so he just nodded and said "Then I look forward to coming out on top."

"We'll see about that." The red haired Vinsmoke wet his lips at the idea of the two of them fighting for dominance. Not many people could handle the unnaturally strong brothers in bed, so when someone strong and good looking came along, it always piqued their interest. As far as Ichiji was aware of, this handsome fighter was unspoken for and apparently interested as well. Maybe? He felt like he was getting mixed signals, or perhaps the man was always this friendly to those who gave him free booze.

Zoro knocked back his drink then reached over and refilled his glass as he said "You said before you had family business and that it was boring. I suppose that meant this whole thing? With Sanji."

"Mm." Ichiji nodded and sipped his drink then said "I don't care for Sanji. He hasn't been a part of this family for many years and made it clear he wants nothing to do with us. Why father suddenly decided to try and marry him off for diplomatic purposes is beyond me." He shrugged and said "Perhaps he saw Sanji as a spare part to throw away. Tie our family together with another and not have to worry about sacrificing one of his successful sons." He leaned on his chin as he said in a bored tone "Not that any of us are looking to get married anyway. Tsh- the women around these seas are so weak. And so many of the men are too. Even if we were married off, procreation would be such a tedious process it wouldn't even be enjoyable."

Zoro raised an eyebrow at that and said "What do you mean by that?"

Ichiji chuckled and said "In our early years we all tried to take on female bed partners. Needless to say we figured out very quickly that our strength can shatter pelvises. Not particularly arousing to see someone screaming in pain because they can't handle you." He looked off to the side as he said "I only bed one person a month because that's how often I find someone that won't break. If we find a particularly strong one, we'll often share." His eyes flickered over to Zoro as he smirked, his eyes lidded behind his glasses.

"Huh." Zoro spread his legs comfortably as he said "I guess that would make things more difficult. I kinda get it. When you get in the groove of things it's hard to remember to hold back. It's nice to find someone that can handle you."

"Indeed." Ichiji murmured, looking at Zoro hungrily. He got up and went over to the liquor cabinet, reaching into a small box and pulling out a vial. He poured it into a glass then poured some good quality brandy into it. Ichiji walked back over to Zoro with two glasses, handing the spiked one to Zoro and sitting down with his own "Brandy. It's from the West Blue. Quite delicious if I say so myself."

"Hm." Zoro finished off his moonshine before looking at the amber liquid. He gave it a sniff before taking a gulp. He licked his lips and said "Yeah. Tastes good. Nice burn…" He sipped at it then said "Why are you being so nice to me anyway? Tired of your brothers and need a new drinking partner?"

"I suppose" Ichiji shrugged and crossed his ankle over to rest on his thigh. "Not often that I find kindred spirits like yourself, so I figured it wouldn't hurt to be friendly."

"Ah. Gotcha." Zoro shrugged at that and drank the rest down before holding his glass out "Got any more?"

"Of course." Ichiji said as he leaned over and refilled Zoro's glass then leaned back as he sipped his drink, watching as a soft blush colored sun-kissed cheeks.

"So, what's my brother like these days?" Reiju asked brightly, the two sitting down in Reiju's room on a loveseat.

Usopp grinned and sighed fondly "Where do I start? He's such an amazing person. He's been cooking since he was little so his culinary skills are out of this world! You should taste some of the stuff he makes. It really is to die for."

"I'm so glad that he pursued his dream." Reiju said with a smile "He's always loved cooking, even when he was here and not allowed to."

Usopp frowned at that, "Why wouldn't he be allowed to?"

Reiju sighed and said "Our father is a strict man as you can see. He wanted Sanji to grow up like his brothers, but he only drifted further and further away."

"I see…" Usopp nodded before saying "He's also an amazing fighter. If I had to rank him on our crew of nine, I'd say he's number three! Just before Zoro and our captain."

"Impressive!" Reiju smiled and said "And where would you rank yourself?"

Usopp paled a little and laughed before crossing his arms and saying confidently "I would be number one if it wasn't for the respect I have for my crewmates! So I suppose I'd be um- fo- no… fi- no…" he blinked then said "Ah… Eight?"

Reiju raised an eyebrow at that "Eight out of nine?"

"Well! All of our crew are insanely strong! I mean- half of them aren't even human so it's not far in a ranking competition." He waved a hand and said "Franky is a giant cyborg decked out with weapons, Brook is a skeleton so he can't really be killed, Robin used to be an assassin, Jinbe is a fishman and Chopper can transform into different versions of himself for power ups!" He huffed and said "Me and Nami are just humans. Though my sniper skills are second to none!"

"Sniper?" Reiju asked curiously "With a gun?"

Usopp smiled and said "Nah. A slingshot!" He grinned pridefully as he said "My skills have gotten us out of many sticky situations!"

Reiju hummed with a thoughtful expression then went to say more when her door opened. He looked over to see Sanji storming into the room angrily and plopping himself next to Usopp. "Sanji?"

The cook grumbled and leaned against Usopp as he spat "sh*tty old man. f*cking lectured me about marrying without his knowledge and for marrying a man. Tried to convince me to divorce you and just marry this girl. Told him where he could shove it."

Usopp laughed and put an arm around Sanji's waist "Good. I don't know where he gets off trying to separate us but it won't work."

Sanji snickered at that and kissed Usopp's cheek "Mm. It'll take a lot to make me not want to be with you." Usopp smiled at that then Sanji said with a frown "He wants us to stay here for a week. He says after that he promises to never reach out to me again. I said yes only to get him off my back."

Reiju lit up and said "After the boys grew up they wanted their own rooms and since you weren't here you didn't get one. There's a guest room available for you two of course. And another guest room for… Zoro was it?"

"Yes. His name is Zoro." Sanji sighed a little at the idea of being stuck here longer than he wanted. He then frowned and said "Where did he go again?"

"I think I saw him with Ichiji." Reiju said with a tap to her lips in thought "They seemed to get along fairly well."

"Hn." Sanji glanced at the door and wondered what his brother was planning. Out of the four of them, Ichiji was more calculated and mature of the three Vinsmokes that lived here. He would be worried if it wasn't for the fact he knew Zoro could take care of himself.

Sanji stifled a yawn and Usopp looked over at his lover "Didn't sleep well? I felt you get up but don't know when you came back to bed."

"Yeah… Me and Brook were talking last night over a cup of tea." Sanji rummaged around in his suit for his cigarette then pulled out a lighter as he stuck the cigarette into his mouth.

Usopp reached over and plucked the lighter from Sanji'a fingers, the cook blinking in confusion before blushing as Usopp clicked his lighter and held the flame near the tip. Once the cigarette was lit he handed the lighter back and put his arm around Sanji's shoulders "Do you wanna take a quick nap?" He shrugged "We got nothing else planned except for catching up with your family. Being here for a week means we don't have to sit here and just talk for hours."

"True." Sanji exhaled smoke away from Usopp's face then looked at Reiju "Can you show us our room?"

"Of course." Reiju stood up and walked them out of her room then down a hallway.

As they walked down the hall, a door flew open and Niji came running out with a grin, several towels in his arms.

"YOU ASS!" Yonji came running out of the room dripping wet from a shower and very much naked "COME BACK HE-" he paused and blinked as he saw Sanji, Reiju and Usopp. He crossed his arms over his muscled chest and grinned as he leaned against a wall, not at all ashamed of his nakedness "Well hello again Usopp~"

The sniper stared at the monster phallus hanging between Yonji's legs before shutting his eyes and blushing hard "C-Cover yourself! Jeez!"

"You f*cking pig." Sanji scowled and averted his eyes.

"I don't mind if he looks." Yonji smirked and trailed his eyes over Usopp's blushing face.

"I do, now cover up and stop flirting with my husband." Sanji snarled and put a hand over Usopp's already closed eyes.

"Hey, not my fault that jackass stole my towels." He said with a shrug and saw a dropped towel Niji left behind, grabbing it and wiping off his face then chest "Where yah headin'?"

"I'm showing them their room." Reiju said simply, not really deterred by her brother's state of undress. It wasn't the first time Niji played a prank on one of his brothers. At least their clothes weren't on fire this time.

"Ah. Gotcha." He rubbed his hair then ran a hand through it as he said "If you get cold in the night this is my room Usopp. You're more than welcome to see how a real man f*cks."

"Bastard." Sanji spat out and grabbed Usopp's hand, dragging him down the hall as Yonji laughed and headed back into his room.

Reiju caught up to them as she said "I'm sorry Usopp. Those three don't have the normal capacity of emotions to know what's right and wrong or inappropriate. It's just best to ignore them."

"Ah… I-It's fine." Usopp said awkwardly as he rubbed his arm and held hands with Sanji "Not like anything they say will actually attract me anyway. I have Sanji. I couldn't ask for anything else."

Sanji smiled pridefully at that and kept following Reiju down the hall. They eventually got to a room and Reiju opened the door, showing one queen size bed with simple furniture around the room and a window with a small balcony. "If you need anything you can ring for a servant." Reiju said with a smile.

"I know." Sanji let go of Usopp's hand and looked at his sister "Thanks Reiju."

"My pleasure. See you later Sanji." She smiled and waved at Usopp before leaving and closing the door.

Sanji toed his shoes off and stubbed his cigarette out before flopping onto the bed face down with a groan. Usopp chuckled and sat down next to Sanji, rubbing his back as he said "You're doing great Sanji."

"Nnnhh… I feel so damn stressed out…" Sanji grumbled into the bed.

Usopp thought for a moment then said "Take off your shirt."

Sanji blushed into the sheets then slowly sat up "Uh- You sure?"

Usopp chuckled and said "Calm down. I'm just gonna take the rope off and give you a massage."

Sanji relaxed and smiled before nodding "Okay." He stood up and pulled his coat off, hanging it up on a hanger. He blushed as he took off his tie then slowly unbuttoned his shirt to gradually reveal colorful intricate ropework. He hung his shirt up along with his tie before taking off his pants too then got back on the bed, kneeling in front of Usopp.

"How does it feel?" Usopp asked as he got behind Sanji and felt along the rope covering his back. He'd used five different colors today: dark green, purple, red, light green and yellow.

"Good." Sanji sighed as he felt Usopp loosen the rope slowly strand by strand, closing his eyes as he felt himself get lighter with each loop undone "It helped a lot honestly. Thank you again."

"My pleasure baby." Usopp kissed under Sanji's ear then his shoulder as he pulled a rope off the shoulder, his lips kissing along the light pink impression left behind. None of the ropes were tight enough to leave a lasting mark but it was pleasing to see the temporary art left behind. He coiled up his rope then set them on the bedside table before kissing Sanji's shoulder and raised his arm, kissing along his bicep, down his forearm then his fingers. "You did so good today…" He smiled at Sanji as the man looked at him with such admiration "Lay down for me and I'll get to work." He got up again and pulled off his coat then vest and shirt, digging around in his jacket pocket for some warming oil before getting back on the bed. He straddled the back of Sanji's thighs and rubbed his slick hands together before pressing them onto Sanji's lower back, slowly rubbing circles into his back muscles.

"Nnhh…" Sanji's eyes fluttered closed as he relaxed in Usopp's hands. Usopp and Zoro were both very good with their hands when it came to not just fighting but also massages, Zoro often massaging his legs after they trained together in the gym.

"That's it." Usopp murmured then said "This might hurt." He warned then dug his fingers into a particular persistent knot in Sanji's back that was often there due to standing in the kitchen for several hours.

"f*ck~!" Sanji gasped out then moaned brokenly, tightly gripping the sheets as he hissed "f*ckf*ckf*ck-"

"Told you. I really need to do this more often." Usopp said with a frown as he gently let up the pressure before moving upwards and making it to Sanji's shoulders, working his fingers into the other man's shoulder muscles. "You're gonna be a crippled only man by thirty if you keep letting yourself get like this."

"Nnhhh... f*ck…" Sanji relaxed again with random twitches as he groaned under Usopp's hands. "Shut up…"

Usopp laughed then kept on working as he said "Yes yes~ Of course your Majesty."

Sanji frowned and bent a leg to kick Usopp in the back "Don't call me that."

"Oh? But you're alright with being called princess?" Usopp mused as he dug his fingers into Sanji's shoulder.

"Nhh~ f*ck off… That's different."

The sniper chuckled and hummed "Mhm…" He oiled his hands again then slid them up and down Sanji's back and arms before getting off and kneeling beside his legs he started spreading the oil over the back of Sanji's thighs then began massaging them.

"Ah… Nh…" Sanji sighed contently as he snuggled into the bed, lightly dozing off as he was massaged and rubbed.

Some might think what Usopp was doing was some sort of servant thing, but he honestly loved this part of their relationship. Especially after taking off his shibari rope from his partners. Aftercare was extremely important to him and often yelled at Zoro for trying to skip out of it after sessions. Usopp got down to Sanji feet and took his socks off before getting to work again, digging his thumbs into the arch of Sanji's left foot then sliding upwards as he ground down towards the heel.

Sanji let out a low moan and twitched as Usopp did it again but slid from heel to the base of his toes. "Ghh… Nhh… f*ck, right there…"

"Mm. I can tell. You need to rest your feet more often or maybe look into shoe padding for support." Usopp noted as he ground down on the pad just under his toes before sliding back to the heel, a low moan exhaling from Sanji as he did so.

"Nh… Yeah…" Sanji mumbled. He felt Usopp go over to his other foot and repeat the process, grinding and sliding his thumbs back and forth. He heard a small pop nose and twitched as Usopp suddenly cracked his toe joints "Ow."

"Heh~ That was a fun noise." Usopp chuckled then kept gently popping Sanji's joints, starting with his toes then rolling his foot to get his ankles. He adjusted himself as he went back up and slid his hands along Sanji's arm, massaging and squeezing as he goes. He got to Sanji's hands and kissed each finger before gently popping his joints there as well.

"Ow."

"It doesn't hurt and you know it." Usopp hummed as he kept working and massaged Sanji's palm with reverence. These were instruments of passion and Sanji's soul. He never used them in battle and it showed with how soft they were, especially his knuckles and the backs of his hands. Usopp ran a finger over the ring he made Sanji then said "Would you ever want to marry us for real?"

Sanji opened his eyes a little before closing them with a tired sigh "Maybe… For now I'm content with how we are. Besides, isn't that just a formality? We live together, sleep and eat together, have Iots of sex… We're all practically married but without the title and vows."

Usopp blinked then laughed and smiled "I suppose you're right." He leaned over and kissed Sanji's head "A few more minutes."

"Mm." Sanji hummed and exhaled a long, deep and relaxed breath.

Usopp reached over and grabbed a soft towel, slowly wiping Sanji's skin of excess oil. When he was done he leaned over and kissed his lover's shoulder as he said "Want me to do the front?" He didn't get a reply so he leaned over more to look at his face "Sanji?" Usopp blinked then smiled when he saw that Sanji had fallen asleep. He chuckled then rolled Sanji over, tugging the sheets over Sanji before getting up and closing the curtains and turning off the lamp. He got into bed with Sanji and cuddled the blonde cook, petting his hair as he closed his eyes to sleep.

Chapter 5: We all make mistakes. Some more than others

Chapter Text

"Gh…" Zoro groaned as he put a hand to his eyes, his skin feeling overly warm and a heated stirring in his loins made him shift uncomfortably in his dress pants.

"Zoro?" Ichiji called out in a neutral tone. "Are you alright?" He chuckled and sipped his drink "Don't tell me I drunk you under the table already."

"Tsh…" Zoro frowned with closed eyes behind his hand "I wanna… uh… go to my… my room…"

"Alright. I'll take you." Ichiji stood up and walked over to Zoro, leaning down and helping Zoro stand on wobbling legs.

"Ghn… I-Ichi…" Zoro mumbled, leaning against Ichiji as the other man put an arm around his waist.

"I've got you." Ichiji said as he started walking out of the room.

Zoro panted as he walked with Ichiji, his eyes lidded and the world kind of spinning as he stumbled. "Nnh…"

"Easy does it. Heh. You did better than most people I know."

"H-How commme… you're not… uh…"

"I told you. My tolerance is really high." Ichiji said. Truthfully, he switched to water about an hour ago during their two hour drinking binge. He didn't want to be drunk if his plans worked.

They eventually got to a door and opened it, Ichiji letting Zoro into the guest room a few doors down from where Sanji and Usopp were sleeping. He walked towards the bed but Zoro's foot slipped, the man yelping as he fell but turned and grabbed onto Ichiji, grunting as he landed on his back with his fingers still digging into the other's shirt. "Gh… f*ck th-that hurt…" He chuckled and slurred "Well… Not really… Heh…" He looked up at Ichiji and squinted "Wha yeh lookin at?"

Ichiji swallowed as he assessed their position: Zoro on his back with his fingers curled into his shirt, his legs spread open with Ichiji between them and his hands on either side of Zoro's head. The red haired man smirked down at Zoro then said "Did anyone ever tell you that you're quite handsome?"

Zoro hummed and closed his eyes as he said "Yeah… All… All the time…" His eyes fluttered then groaned as he felt Ichiji lower his body closer, their groins touching. "Gh- Wai-Wait… Mm'not… Nh…" His brow furrowed as he panted and rolled his hips upwards towards the pleasurable stimulation "Mnh… Feels good…"

Ichiji wet his lips then experimentally rolled his hips downwards, Zoro letting out a deep groan and dropping his mouth open. If Ichiji wasn't hard before he definitely was now. Taking the moan as consent, he did it again, rolling his hips in a thrusting motion as he ground their clothed co*cks together.

"Nhh~ Ah… Hah… f*ck…" Zoro's closed eyes rolled back as he arched, his hands shaking a little as he held onto the others' clothes "Ghh… Nhh…"

"That's it… f*ck, you're so delicious Zoro…" Ichiji breathed out then lowered himself more, tucking his face into Zoro's neck to smell him before licking his throat and grinding harder.

"Naah~ Ah~" Zoro's hands slid up into Ichiji's hair as his shaking legs wrapped around the other's upper thighs, rocking his hips upwards to meet the other man's thrusts "Uh… Uhh… Nhh…"

"Yes… Yes… Hah…" Ichiji pulled his goggles off and tossed them to the side as he closed his eyes, his lips kissing Zoro's neck before biting down at the base of his neck, Zoro letting out a throaty moan and bucking hard upwards as he yanked on red strands. Ichiji groaned at the pain in his scalp but it felt so good too. His hands slid down to Zoro's thighs and hitched them higher as he kept grinding and dry f*cking Zoro, panting and groaning against his neck.

Zoro moaned and hugged Ichiji tighter, his moans getting louder and faster as the pressure increased. Suddenly Zoro arched against Ichiji's chest as he cried out "S-Sanji~!" His body shuddered as he came in his slacks before going limp, panting as his hands slid out of Ichiji's hair to fall on the floor.

Ichiji froze up when he heard Zoro call out his runt of a brother's name instead of his own. He leaned back and looked at Zoro's blissed out blushed face, fury snarling onto his lips as his brother took credit for something he wasn't even here for. "Tsh… What, are you two f*cking behind Usopp's back? So much for being a loyal husband…" He sneered before smirking and murmuring "Yonji might be happy with this news… Usopp will need arms to run crying into when I break the news~ Hehe…" Ichiji scooped Zoro up and plopped him onto the bed, undoing his vest and button up, tossing them to the side along with the tie. He licked his lips at the sight of the long scar marking Zoro's chest, the redhead leaning down and licking along the length of it.

"Nnhh…" Zoro squirmed but kept his eyes closed as he started panting again, the drug he was slipped earlier making him regain his arousal quickly.

Ichiji tasted Zoro's sweat on his tongue as he undid the other's pants and slid them off along with his shoes, next pulling down his boxers. He stared hungrily at the sight of Zoro's erection then leaned forwards, giving the cum soaked head a taste.

"Nnh~" Zoro bucked a little but moaned in pleasure, tossing his head side to side as Ichiji kept licking the head then along the sides. "Ah... Hah… Fu-f*ck…"

Ichiji leaned back and pulled a bottle of lube from his pocket, grinning as he popped the top and slicked his fingers. He reached down between Zoro's bent legs and pushed a finger inside, the swordsman moaning at the intrusion but not protesting which egged Ichiji on. He pushed the digit in and out before squeezing in a second, a sharp gasp heard from Zoro before moaning as he moved them. "Such a good slu*t…" Ichiji murmured, admiring the way Zoro's ass sucked in his fingers so greedily, coaxing him to push in a third already. Zoro actually whined at the pinch of pain, his co*ck twitching as he bucked "Mmm… This ass of yours is so greedy Zoro. I can't wait to f*ck it and see if you won't break like the others."

Zoro panted as he laid there with closed eyes, half unconscious as his head spun with lust and dizzy tiredness. He felt floaty like he was in a dream, not able to do much except lay there and accept the pleasure given to him. "Uh… Uhh… Ah…"

Ichiji pushed in a fourth finger and his eyes lit up at how easy they went in, Zoro letting out another breathy moan and spreading his legs. He couldn't wait another second! Ichiji pulled his fingers out then yanked off his shirt before opening his pants and shoving them down enough to pull out his aching hard-on. He gave himself a few strokes to lube up before pressing the head to Zoro's twitching pucker "Beautiful…" He muttered then pushed forwards with a pleasured groan.

Zoro gasped and arched as he was stretched open, his fingers curling into the sheets. It felt like his body was being split open by a piece of hot steel getting ready to be forged into a sword. But f*ck did it feel good. Ichiji thrusted forwards suddenly and an obscene choked moan fell from Zoro's lips, his knuckles turning white against the sheets.

"Ah… f*ck. Tight…" Ichiji's co*ck throbbed happily inside Zoro, the redhead so far not smelling any blood so that was a good sign. He wet his lips then watched as he pulled out half way, exhaling a shaky breath of excitement before thrusting back forwards. Zoro let out another moan and Ichiji felt his euphoria grow "Yes! I knew you'd be perfect for me, Roronoa Zoro!" He held onto Zoro's thighs as he grinned widely and started thrusting in and out.

"Ah! Hah~! Ahh~!" Zoro moaned and cried out in ecstasy as he was f*cked, his over heated body and pleasure making his head spin faster. His chest bounced with every thrust, Ichiji appreciating the view immensely. Ichiji leaned down as he kept thrusting then attached his lips to Zoro's left nipple, sucking on it and biting. "AH~ F-f*ck!"

Ichiji loved the way Zoro clenched down on him, his hips steadily moving faster as he tested how hard he could actually go. Soon enough he was pounding into Zoro and marveling at how the man was still taking him like a million Beri whor*. "Yes! f*ck- Take it all! Yessss~!" Ichiji grinned ferally as he slapped their hips together and abused Zoro's prostate.

Zoro clenched up with a cry as he came from Ichiji's ministrations, the swordsman man practically screaming in pleasure as Ichiji kept up the brutal pace. Ichiji never wanted to kiss any of his past bedmates but something about Zoro's lips made him dive in and capture that moaning mouth in a messy, deep kiss. Ichiji took his pleasure from Zoro's body thoroughly, even f*cking him and kissing him while the man was fully unconscious. He just couldn't get enough! The swordsman man was the perfect bed partner he'd been searching for! And he damn well didn't want to share him with his brothers, especially Sanji since the other apparently already had several tastes of the greenette.

The red haired Vinsmoke kept f*cking Zoro for several minutes before pulling out and flipping him over onto his belly, reaching down and yanking him into his knees. He spread Zoro's ass cheeks and spat on the twitching hole under him "Such a slu*tty hole…" He muttered, his thumb rubbing the spit and lube shining hole before aiming and thrusting back inside. Zoro let out a broken moan in his currently unconscious state, his body still reacting to the assault but his brain gone to a deep sleep.

Ichiji lost track of time as he took Zoro over and over again in several different positions before finally slamming inside and moaning with a grin, his cum spilling into Zoro's sore hole. He ground his hips with a blissful sigh before pulling out, pulling at Zoro's swollen pucker and watching his cum leak out "Heh… It's a good look on you, swordsman." He shoved the cum back inside before rolling the man onto his back and tugging the soiled blanket out from under him.

Ichiji thought for a moment before saying "Ah. To Hell with it." He cleaned himself off then found a spare blanket. Ichiji turned off the lights before taking off the rest of his clothes and getting into bed with Zoro. He tucked the man into his side and covered them with the blanket as he grinned and closed his eyes, feeling triumphant that he got to Zoro first before Niji or even Yonji. With a satisfied sigh, Ichiji got more comfortable before letting himself fall asleep holding the green haired swordsman.

"Gh… My head…" Zoro moaned softly with a sharp pain in his temple. It had been a long time since he had a hangover this painful. Even his body ached. He frowned at that then opened his eyes. He was facing the window and could tell it was fairly early in the morning. Probably about eight or nine. He felt someone warm behind him and an arm drap over his waist to tug him closer. He chuckled and assumed it was either Usopp or Sanji who snuck into his guest room. He closed his eyes and sighed before muttering "My head is killing me…"

"Heh… Sorry about that. Guess you do have a limit."

Zoro's eye shot open and he froze up at the voice he heard.

No.

Zoro swallowed as he felt who he assumed was Ichiji caress his waist then hip. "Mmm… Sleep well?"

"Uh. Yeah." Zoro glanced downwards before moving away and sitting up, wincing immediately with a hiss of pain. "Wha… What um…" Ichiji sat up with a yawn and looked at Zoro, the swordsman realizing some things:

One, this was the first time he'd seen the man without his goggles… He had oddly pretty eyes.

Two, Ichiji and him were both VERY much naked.

Three, they were in a bed. Together. Naked.

Four, the ache in his lower back and ass felt like when Luffy went apesh*t on him or that time he had all of them take turns f*cking his brains out when he was really horny

f*ck.

Zoro moved away from Ichiji as the man raised a curled eyebrow at him "Do you not remember?" He chuckled and leaned back as he smirked "I sure do. I'm amazed no one's snatched you up for themselves. You were fantastic last night." He greedily looked at the hickies he left on Zoro's chest "Like I said last night, it's hard for me to find someone who can… withstand my strength. You impressed me, Zoro~"

Zoro swallowed then said firmly, "You cannot tell my crew."

"What? That we f*cked?" Ichiji laughed and stuck his hands behind his head "Tell yah what. If I get a repeat performance during your remaining time here, I won't tell a soul. Sound like a good deal? We both get laid and no one knows you got railed by your crewmate's brother. Sounds like a win-win to me."

Zoro grit his teeth and looked away, clenching his fists into the sheets that covered his hips. He cheated on his boyfriends. He felt disgusting that he let his dick and alcohol lead the way and f*cked his lover's brother. Now he was stuck with a strange deal? Damned if he did and damned if he didn't… Zoro exhaled heavily and said "Fine. But on my terms."

"Heh… As long as you don't keep me waiting." He leaned over and caressed Zoro's arm, the swordsman stopping himself from flinching away in disgust "I can be patient. But when I want something, I take it. At least once a day. Your time of choosing. Deal?"

Ichiji held his hand out and Zoro glared at it before slapping it away "Fine. Now get out."

Ichiji laughed and leaned closer, kissing Zoro's cheek before getting off the bed and dressing himself. "Don't act like you didn't enjoy yourself. I doubt your captain would be upset with a crewmate having some fun in their spare time. But I will keep my word and not say anything." He flashed Zoro a smile as he hid his eyes away with his red tinted glasses "Good morning, Zoro." He smirked with a wave before exiting the room.

Zoro felt his skin crawling as he rubbed his arms then ribs and waist. He swallowed and got up, almost falling over with a curse with how shaky his legs were. "Tck… Bastard…" He made his way to the bathroom and looked into the mirror, widened his eyes at the sight of bite marks on his shoulder and chest. Several hickies colored his skin too. To Ichiji's credit he kept his marks below the neckline so they'd be easy to hide… But it still made Zoro feel disgusting. Used. He liked being consensually used by his loving boyfriends, but this? This made his skin crawl that he was so damn drunk he f*cked the redhead.

Zoro turned the shower on and stepped into it, letting it go on high heat and shuddered as he stood under the scalding spray as part of his punishment. After several moments standing under the heated spray, he suddenly turned it to cold and let out a sharp gasp from the temperature shock. He shivered then started scrubbing his skin with a washcloth till it was red and almost raw. Zoro froze up mid wash as he felt something drip down his leg that had a thick consistency. "...Are you f*cking kidding me…" Zoro grit his teeth then set to work trying to clean himself out, grimacing over the fact this guy came in him.

When he was done cleaning himself thoroughly he dried himself off then went to dress himself. He grabbed his boxers then cringed at the stiffness "Ew." He decided to go commando as he pulled his slack on then the rest of his outfit. He put his boxers in the sink to wash them before hanging them up to air dry. Zoro heard a knock on his door and walked over, opening it to see Usopp smiling at him.

"Hey! Sleep alright? These beds are actually pretty comfy."

Zoro felt guilt weighing in his stomach but he just half smiled and said "Yeah. Slept like the dead. You?"

"I know Sanji slept pretty damn well after I gave him a massage. He's invading the kitchen right now to make us breakfast."

Zoro chuckled at that then stepped out of his room, closing the door and walking with Usopp down the hall "Not surprised. He always gets antsy when he has nothing to do."

"Mmm true. He likes keeping busy." Usopp nodded and almost went to hold Zoro's hand but stopped himself "Reiju was telling me that she wants to have dinner with the whole crew at some point during our stay."

"Hn." Zoro just grunted at that.

As they approached a series of doors one of them opened and Niji walked out. The blue haired brother looked over and said "Oh. Usopp, Zoro. Good morning." He nodded to them and said "Heading to the dining room?"

"Yeah." Usopp felt alright talking to this brother because he wasn't aggressively trying to flirt with him like Yonji was. "You too?"

"Yes. I'll probably do some training afterwards. Let's go." He motioned for them to follow as he started walking.

"Where's the others?" Usopp asked absently and Zoro felt himself stiffen slightly as he walked.

"Ichiji is either already there or training. Yonji might be sleeping still. He's not a morning person. Not sure about Reiju." He looked at Usopp "Where is Sanji?"

"He's in the kitchen." Usopp said with a slight bit of force in his tone, daring the other to make fun of Sanji.

"Huh." Niji looked ahead and said "Probably weirding out the cooks."

Zoro and Usopp blinked at Niji, surprised he wasn't trying to bash on Sanji. Zoro absently wondered if Reiju had threatened him if he bullied Sanji. When they got to the dining room Usopp had Niji show him the kitchen and low-and-behold there was Sanji taking control of the kitchen. He looked in his element, pointing at the other chefs and ordering them around as he worked. Sanji was currently chewing on an unlit cigarette as he quickly scrambled some eggs in a bowl with a whisk.

Sanji noticed his lovers and smiled brightly "Usopp! Zoro! Good morning." He put his bowl down then went over to a chef who was on the stove, smelling the air then adding some seasoning before heading over to another chef and making sure they were being consistent with their pancakes. He walked back over to his bowl of eggs then went over to the stove as he said "I've got a variety of things ready for this morning. I'll probably head over to the Sunny after this and make sure those guys don't starve without me." He poured the seasoned egg mixture into a hot pan that already had cooked vegetables and sausage, stirring it around rapidly as he said "I hope Miss Robin and Nami will forgive me for being late."

"I doubt they'd be upset, Sanji." Usopp said with a smile and walked over, smelling what Sanji was cooking then kissing his cheek "Looks and smells amazing."

"Of course." Sanji said with a smug smile then leaned over as he took his cigarette away, kissing Usopp's cheek before getting back to work. "Go sit in the dining room. You can tell the servants what you want to drink."

"M'kay." Usopp put a hand on Zoro's shoulder and headed out to the dining room. When they got there, Niji was sitting at the table with a cup and looking at a news coo paper, Reiju next to him as she sipped a cup of tea.

Reiju looked up and smiled brightly at Usopp "Good morning Usopp. Zoro."

"Mornin'." Zoro gruffed and sat down across from Niji, Usopp sitting to his right.

"Anything interesting, Niji?" Usopp asked.

"Eh… Mild war broke out between two countries over some territory. Wonder if we'll be called over." Niji said with a bored expression and flipped the page.

"Depends on how bad it gets and how desperate." Reiju said as she lowered her cup.

The dining room doors opened and Yonji walked in with a yawn and stretch. He walked over to the chair next to Usopp and yanked it out, plopping into it with spread legs and a smirk towards the long nosed Straw Hat "Mornin' gorgeous. Sleep well? I know I did." Usopp squirmed and went to say something but blinked as a knife was thrown at Yonji from across the table, the green haired Vinsmoke catching it and looking boredly at Reiju "What?"

"Stop harassing our brother's husband." She said simply and picked her tea back up, taking a sip.

"Whatever." Yonji set the knife down and glanced around with a lazy expression "Where's Ichiji?"

"He said he'd be here for breakfast." Niji said as he kept reading "He's probably still training or cleaning up before coming here."

"Hn… Think father will join us?"

Niji scoffed and flipped the page "Doubt it. He never does."

Yonji looked around then said with a raised curly brow "Where's the runt?"

Another utensil was thrown at Yonji and he moved his head a little to avoid it. "He's cooking in the kitchen." Niji said as he glanced up at Yonji.

"Cooking? In our kitchen? Tsh. He better not burn anything."

Usopp slammed a hands down on the table and hissed "Will you LAY OFF on insulting Sanji for one f*cking second?!" He turned to glare daggers at a mildly stunned Yonji "You've been nothing short of a jackass since we got here! You haven't seen your brother in what? Ten years? And yet you continue to bitch and complain and bully him! You don't even know him anymore! He's not the same kid you used to bully. He's a grown man with his own life and experiences that made him into who he is today. He's my husband and if you even want me to LOOK at you for the duration of our stay, you will SHUT. UP!"

Yonji blinked at Usopp's angry face and couldn't help the semi he was sporting in his pants at the moment. He wet his lips then said "Whatever you say sweetlips. Fine, I'll lay off the ru- ah… Sanji."

Usopp exhaled and sat normally as he said "Thank you."

"Whipped." Niji said simply and dodged a plate being thrown at him.

"Shut it!" Yonji hissed then snapped his fingers at a servant "Gimme a coffee." He paused then smiled at Usopp "Anything for you?"

Usopp was taken aback for a moment before saying "Uh. Coffee for me too."

"I'll take a water." Zoro grumbled and rubbed his temples.

Reiju giggled and said "Oh that's right. You were drinking with Ichiji. Overdo it?"

"Just a bit." Zoro grunted and leaned back in his chair, shifting uncomfortably for a moment before saying "We don't normally have that high of an alcohol content on the ship. Or the variety. I'm just glad I didn't puke."

"I'm quite glad too." Zoro looked over as Ichiji entered the dining room and sat down next to Zoro. "Here." He set a small cup down that had some pills in it "It'll help with the pain."

"...Thanks…" Zoro muttered then accepted the water glass a servant gave him, knocking back the pills then more water.

"My pleasure." Ichiji looked over to observe his siblings then they all looked to see the kitchen doors open, servants walking out with carts of food.

The servants laid everything out before backing away, Yonji sitting up with raised brows "Okay. But why does this look good though?"

"Sanji is a trained chef." Usopp said happily and put some food on his plate "Everything he makes is delicious."

"Hn." Niji grabbed a few things as did Reiju and Ichiji.

They all took a bite and froze up, Reiju was the first to have sparkling eyes as she gushed "S-So good!"

"Glad to hear it." Sanji came walking out of the kitchen, his sleeves still rolled up, a towel on his shoulder and his cigarette now lit between his lips. He went over to Usopp and plucked the cigarette from his mouth as he leaned down and kissed his cheek "Eat up. I'm heading to the Sunny. I'll see you guys in a bit."

"Alright. We'll probably stop by later too." Usopp said with a smile.

"Can I come?" Reiju asked with a smile.

"I'm sure Robin and Nami would be happy to see you again." Sanji said with a nod and stuck his cigarette back between his lips.

Zoro wanted to go with Sanji but didn't want to leave Usopp alone with the lecherous trio of brothers. Reiju smiled brightly at Sanji then nodded "Alright. I'll go with the other two when they head over as well."

"Hey. Lemme come too." Yonji waved a hand "I wanna see this ship and crew." He grinned as he grabbed his fresh coffee and said "Heard you have a cyborg. Would love to meet him."

"Tsh…" Sanji scowled then said "Fine… Anyone else?"

"I guess I'll come too." Niji said as he paused in shoving his food. He swallowed and looked at the redhead "Ichiji?"

"I'll come." Ichiji sipped his drink and said "Your crew sounds interesting. I'd like to meet them."

"Fine." Sanji grumbled then turned on his heel, heading out of the dining hall.

Niji kept on eating as Yonji drank his coffee. Ichiji ate quietly and it almost pissed Zoro off how casually Ichiji was just sitting next to him like he didn't basically blackmail him this morning. Zoro didn't remember much of last night much to his annoyance. He remembered drinking and had a vague memory of trying to get to his room. He had a few flashes of the sex between them, but it felt more like his sore muscles trying to make up for the memory loss. He finished eating and picked up his water, nursing it as he observed the room quietly.

Niji lowered his paper to stare at Usopp before saying abruptly "Okay. I've been dying to know. Who's the top?"

Usopp choked on his coffee he'd been drinking and Zoro slapped his back rapidly. When Usopp could finally breathe he glared at Niji with a blush "Wh-What kinda question is that??"

"A simple one." Niji said "Now tell me. Who's on top? You or Sanji?"

Usopp had a feeling they wouldn't shut up until he gave an answer so he just sighed and said "If you must know, we switch. I'm not saying any more than that."

"You're a switch huh?" Yonji leaned his chin on his hand as he smiled crookedly at Usopp "Hot. With how you yelled at my old man and me it's not surprising to know you have a dominant side." There were a few more things he wanted to say but he felt like Reiju would kill him.

Usopp flushed at what Yonji said and Zoro leaned forwards with a deadly glare "Oie… Leave him alone."

"Or what?" Yonji smirked as he leaned forwards as well to look at Zoro "Gonna fight me and shut me up?"

"I will if you don't stop. It's getting old." Zoro said shortly "He's not interested. So stop trying."

Yonji wet his lips hungrily and stood up "Let's fight right now then. Make me submit and I'll think about stopping."

Zoro stood up and snarled as he put a hand on his swords "Let's f*cking go then you brat."

"Z-Zoro! You don't have too-" Usopp stuttered and put a hand on the other's hip.

"No. I've heard enough of his sh*t. Now I'm going to shut his f*ckin mouth." Zoro hissed, putting a hand on Usopp's shoulder before spitting "Show me to a courtyard you don't mind f*cking up."

Yonji cackled and grinned widely "Alright~! Let's f*cking go!" He started walking and Zoro followed after him, staring daggers into the man's back.

Usopp nibbled on his lower lip as he looked after Zoro, his fingers fidgeting with the simple dandelion yellow button up he was wearing today. "Zoro…" He stood up and pushed his chair in before running after his lover, Reiju on his heels with her own worried look.

Ichiji glanced after Usopp then looked over at Niji who was looking at him. "What?"

Niji looked Ichiji over and said "You have that weird air about you that you get after sex. You f*cked the swordsman last night didn't you?"

Ichiji raised a brow then said "And if I did? Jealous?"

Niji scoffed and said "Kinda mad you didn't share. We always share the strong ones."

"Not this one." Ichiji said with a smirk, sipping his drink before saying "He's perfect. And he's mine."

"Tsh. Greedy much?" Niji opened his paper again and looked down into it.

"You seem more interested in Usopp anyway."

Niji stiffened before saying "Perhaps I am. Yonji has no chance with him anyway. He's too loud and arrogant."

"Mm." Ichiji hummed in agreement then stood up as he finished his drink and set the empty cup down. "And just so you know," Niji glanced up over his paper as Ichiji smirked "Zoro is a screamer."

Niji blushed a little and looked back down at his paper "I'm sure he is." Ichiji chuckled and turned, exiting the room to go find the courtyard.

Chapter 6: A pig to slaughter

Chapter Text

In the courtyard Zoro pulled off his vest and tossed it aside as he unsheathed Wado "I'm gonna kick your ass…"

Yonji -already in his raid suit- cracked his neck then knuckles as he grinned "I look forward to it." He raised an eyebrow as Zoro put the white sword in his mouth then unsheathed the other two "Huh. I was wondering how you held all three. Heh~" He licked his lips and got into a fighting stance "This is gonna be fun…" Yonji lunged forwards first, a huge grin plastered on his lips as he yelled out and pulled a fist back.

Zoro narrowed his eyes and breathed calmly before getting into a defensive stance, his button up straining as he flexed and yelled out as he swung forward. Yonji's fist collided with his blades, a shock wave erupting around them before they jumped back. Zoro lunged forward again and snarled as he whirled around, his swords swinging to collide with Yonji's arm brace.

Yonji bared his teeth as he suddenly flew backwards, bracing himself as the floor dug out under his feet. He looked uo as he lowered his arms and grinned "You got a mean swing Zoro! I like it!" He laughed as he suddenly sped forwards and lunged at Zoro again.

The swordsman swung but widened his eyes a little as the other green haired man disappeared, Yonji appearing behind him and kicking towards his back. Zoro whirled around last second and deflected with his swords, pushing on Yonji's foot with a deep frown "Shut up and fight!"

Yonji cackled in reply then lashed a hand out, the wrist extending outwards and latching his hand onto Zoro's left ankle. With a wild grin he suddenly spun around quickly like a tornado, Zoro yelling out then gritting his teeth on his sword handle as he swung his sword with a yell. The haki infused blade slashed down on the metal extension and sliced it, Yonji yelling out angrily as he stopped spinning. "BASTARD!"

Zoro caught himself by stabbing his blades into the ground so he didn't go flying off, glaring up at Yonji who looked at his wrist. Yonji lashed his other hand out and grabbed the cut off glove, pulling it back over and reattaching it with some mechanical whirring noises. Zoro made an annoyed click with his tongue as Yonji flexed his fingers then shot a smirk at Zoro. "Tsh…" The swordsman adjusted his stance before running forwards again and suddenly changing direction, whirling around Yonji's left side and smashing into his side.

"Gh!" Yonji flew off to the side where he almost collided with Ichiji, the redhead reaching a palm out and smashing it into the other's stomach.

"Get back in there." Ichiji said coolly then shoved Yonji back towards Zoro.

"Shut up." Yonji snapped before jumping at Zoro, lashing out with both hands stretched to grab Zoro's shoulders. Zoro jumped forwards with a duck then yelled as he suddenly kicked a foot out, planting it into the middle of Yonji's chest and sent the man flying into a wall. Yonji groaned as he was embedded into the wall before forcing himself out and ran towards Zoro again.

Zoro narrowed his eyes and got into a stance, holding his swords parallel as and making an H. He then snarled out "Oni-" Zoro swung his swords towards Yonji with a yell "-GIRI!"

"AH!" Yonji's eyes widened as Zoro seemed to vanish then appear in front of him, his swords slashing into an X. The green haired Vinsmoke fell backwards with a gasp as the swords sliced through his armor, his back hitting the ground as blood spilled from the wounds.

Zoro jumped on top of Yonji and stabbed the two swords on either side of his neck, narrowing his eyes as he stepped in the middle of the X. He ground his heel down making Yonji shut his eyes and convulse with a pained groan as Zoro said in a cold tone "Yield."

"Gh- Hah… Hah… f*ck…" Yonji opened his eyes a little and stared up at Zoro, panting and fluttering his eyelids "Ah… Hah… I… I yield…" He let out a moan as Zoro sneered and ground his heel down again, his hips bucking and fingers digging into the stone below like it was dirt. "Ah~ Hah~ f*ck… Baby~"

Zoro had a disgusted look and withdrew his foot, standing between Yonji's legs as he looked down and noticed a bulge straining in his pants. He scowled and said as he pointed a sword at the bulge "f*cking disgusting. You got off on our fight?"

"Not yet~" Yonji licked his lips hungrily and said "Not many can hurt us other than each other… It makes pain-"

"Erotic." Ichiji finished as he walked up next to Zoro, glancing down at his brother then at Zoro with a calm and neutral expression. Disconnected almost. "You can step on him if you want. He's the most masoch*stic out of the three of us."

"Tsh- Shut up." Yonji grunted out then hissed as Ichiji pressed his boot down on his groin "Sh-sh*t~!"

"See?"

Zoro cringed and glanced over at Usopp who was looking away towards the Sunny now, an uncomfortable blush on his cheeks. He looked back down at Yonji and said "You lost. Now you listen to me. Understood?"

Ichiji pulled his foot off as Yonji got on his knees in front of Zoro with a lustful haze in his eyes, his hands on his thighs as he gripped his pants "Yeah. Sure. Whatever you say sweet-tit*~"

It kind of disturbed Zoro how horny the man got from being beaten the sh*t out of and bleeding, blood slowly oozing from the wounds as it started clotting. He licked the back of his teeth before raising his foot and slowly pressing it on Yonji's crotch, gradually increasing pressure.

"Oh- f*ck~ f*ck f*ck… f*ck!" Yonji panted with his tongue out as his eyes rolled a little, his hips bucking as he put his hands on Zoro's shoe "Yesss~ f*ck- More…" Zoro narrowed his eyes and suddenly stepped harder and Yonji cried out and arched his back "f*ck~!" When Zoro pulled his shoe away Yonji stared at Zoro in horror "Wait- Wait! No! C'mon!"

Zoro pointed the tip of his sword at Yonji's throat and said "Shut up. You're so f*cking pathetic."

"Yeah… I am~" Yonji cooed and crawled closer to Zoro, the greenette not even caring that he was out in the open he was so horny and soaking his boxers in precum. "Keep going~ C'mon let's have some fun baby! I know you want to. I can see it in your eyes you wanna keep hurting me~ I can take it! I can take a lot before needing medical attention!" He wet his lips as he reached out and slid his hands along Zoro's left calf "Let's go back to my room baby… You can do whatever you want to me~ f*ck you're so strong… it's so hot I can't take it~!"

Usopp and Zoro found it a bit jarring how easily Yonji bounced from being obsessed with Usopp to apparently worshiping Zoro. Usopp and Zoro caught each other's eye and Zoro snarled as he yanked his leg back and said "Kneel properly and stay there. Head down."

Yonji gaped at Zoro in shock till a tilt of his swords glistened in his eyes and he quickly got into a kneeling position, hand on his knees and head down as he shook with excitement and arousal. Niji scowled at his brother but honestly saw the attraction. Not many could take them on and live to tell the tale. They admired strength. Worshiped it even, so this Zoro character might as well be a God to them.

Zoro walked over to Usopp and pulled him aside before muttering "Usopp… I um…"

Usopp smiled crookedly and said "Are you curious? I mean… None of us like that much pain and that guy seems more than willing to indulge in your sad*stic side." Zoro blinked at Usopp and the long nosed sniper chuckled as he pat Zoro's arm "Yes. We all know you're a sad*st and masoch*st. I promise at least I won't be upset if you want to… ah… entertain this weird guy. As long as you don't go all the way I mean?" Usopp scratched his head as he said "Our relationship is weird as it is… I don't think it's that weird to branch out to someone else every so often on your own as long as you tell someone."

Zoro stared in shock at Usopp, what he did with Ichiji feeling a little better but not by much since it was still a secret. He glanced back at Yonji and was surprised to see the man still kneeling and obeying. They truly were perfect soldiers. He sighed and looked back at Usopp as he reached out and fixed his collar "I can't lie and say I'm not at least a little curious how far I can go till I end up almost killing the guy. Sanji did say not to kill them." He snickered a little as Usopp rolled his eyes. Zoro's face went serious as he said "You won't be mad? And I swear I won't go all the way with Yonji."

"Nah. Just… tell me about it later? I'm kinda curious myself how far you can go till he ah… breaks I guess is the word."

Zoro raised an eyebrow then let out a laugh and smirked "I always forget you have a sad*stic side somewhere beneath your caretaker exterior."

"Mm." Usopp shrugged then pushed on Zoro's chest, his fingers lingering as he said "Now go ahead. Maybe after you beat some sense into him he'll learn a lesson and stop being so damn pushy towards me."

"Should just tie him up." Zoro said suggestively.

Usopp laughed and waved a hand "Nah. Not worth the rope."

Zoro scoffed before walking back over, not looking at Ichiji as he pulled his sword out and put it under Yonji's chin, tilting the man's face up to him as he said "Take me to a spare bedroom." Yonji went to stand but froze when the sword went to the back of his neck "Did I say get up?"

Yonji widened his eyes and then swallowed "...No."

"No what?"

Yonji wet his lips and rasped "No sir…"

"Good. Now go." Yonji visibly shuddered then started crawling back to the castle doors with Zoro walking behind him and sheathing his swords away. Zoro spared a cold glance at Ichiji before looking ahead as Yonji kept crawling on his hands and knees.

Niji looked after his brother then looked at Ichiji with a scoff "Never thought I'd ever see that. First time for everything I guess." He looked over at Usopp who was inching towards a stunning looking Reiju "Hey. Usopp." The sniper froze and looked at Niji like a cat getting caught doing something they're not supposed to "Wanna see the weapons vault?"

Usopp dropped his mouth open then said "Wait- Really? Holy sh*t- Sure!"

Niji smiled and Reiju finally came back to herself and said "I'll come with."

Usopp was thankful for Reiju but Niji silently wished it was just the two of them. Niji nodded then turned and led the way as Reiju and Usopp followed. Ichiji looked after his brothers then rubbed his chin in thought. Zoro was quite the man of two worlds, able to be a perfect submissive but was also a strong dominant. It was probably why he and Sanji had messed around before, since Sanji appeared to be a switch like Usopp had stated at breakfast. He chuckled to himself before heading after Niji and Usopp, tailing them to tag along.

As Yonji led Zoro through the castle, Zoro wondered if this was going too far. Not the fact he had a man crawling like a dog for him, but that he just f*cking Ichiji last night and now the green haired brother was lusting after him to. What next, was the blue haired one going to just appear in his room one night? No, that one didn't appear to be actively interested in him unlike Ichiji and Yonji. He was sure Sanji would be upset if he knew what happened but he couldn't help his curiosity. Besides, he promised himself and Usopp that he wouldn't actually f*ck the green haired Vinesmoke. He was just going to beat him up and let the man thank him for it.

When they got to a room, Yonji reached up and yanked on the handle, opening the door and crawling inside. He was absolutely throbbing with anticipation as he crawled into the center of the room and knelt there like before, his eyes lifting to look up at Zoro expectantly.

Zoro closed and locked the door before walking up to Yonji. He glared down at him before slowly walking around him "First rule, you disobey me, we stop. Second rule, no kissing or leaving any marks on me. Third rule… we are not f*cking. You are not to touch my dick, ass or face. Fourth rule, no touching yourself unless permitted, that includes climaxing without permission. Fifth rule, my word is law. You will obey without question or disagreement. Any pain I inflict will be thanked and if you think I'm close to making you unconscious or dead, you will say the word Seppuku or tap three times. Only then will all activity cease unless I say otherwise. Understood?"

"f*ck… Yes sir…" Yonji breathed out as his hand shook.

"Good. Suit off. Now." Yonji swallowed then pressed on his suit, in a flash of light a green can appeared with the number 4 on it and Yonji was in his morning clothes. Zoro raised an eyebrow then reached down, picking the can up to inspect it before setting it down on a table. He stood back in front of Yonji and snapped "Shirt and pants off."

"Yes sir." Yonji seemed to dip into his soldier mentality as he undid his bloody shirt and folded it then stood and pulled his pants off, folding them as he knelt back down. He set his clothes off to the side then looked down at the ground as he waited.

"Good." Zoro said and walked around behind Yonji, observing his strong back muscles before walking back to the front. Without his shirt on he could see the prominent X slice he carved into Yonji's skin. His curious side took over as he said "Explain your emotions when you fought me. Eyes down."

Yonji exhaled a shaking breath and held onto his knees as he said "It felt exhilarating. We're the strongest around so even those that are able to withstand us f*cking them, aren't strong enough to actually fight us and win. But you're different. You're insanely attractive, blunt and fiery like us. Your strength is extremely attractive to not just me but Niji and Ichiji. Wouldn't shock me if Sanji f*cked you already. He'd be stupid not to with you on his crew."

Zoro couldn't help but smirk at that last part. He nodded then said "Explain what you felt towards the end. When I cut you and after that."

Yonji shuddered and said after wetting his lips "Horny. Insanely aroused by your spirit and fighting. You could've killed me but didn't. I know if we were seriously fighting you would've killed me… And that's part of what attracts me. And then when you stepped on me…" he groaned and rubbed his thighs together as he panted and got aroused by the mere memory "You stepped on my would like I was dirt… The you- f*ck, you stepped on my dick. It felt so good… No one except each other have been able to hurt us. It felt so good feeling pain… So good…" he swallowed and said huskily "I want -no- need more… I need it like I need to breathe!"

Zoro was definitely interested in just how far he could go before Yonji thinks he's actually going to die. He wet his lips then growled out "You're disgusting."

"I am… I am…" Yonji agreed with a nod of his head.

"Silence!" Zoro snarled and kicked Yonji jaw, the man getting knocked onto his side with a gasp. Yonji was quick to get back into a kneeling position, moaning as he licked the blood from his lip. Zoro crossed his arms and said "You will be quiet unless given permission to speak." He walked over and stood in front of Yonji then reached a shoe out, pressing the front half on Yonji's clothed erection before suddenly pressing down hard.

"AH~!" Yonji moaned out and knocked his head back as his eyes rolled, his mouth dropped open at the sudden pleasure shooting through his spine and groin.

"You're so pathetic. Getting off on being hurt like this and being talked down on… You're lower than the dirt on the bottom of my shoes." He ground down wiggling his foot, Yonji crying out with his tongue falling from his lips and eyes crossing. Zoro smirked then pulled his foot away, walking behind Yonji again then suddenly stomping on his upper back. Yonji yelped as he went face first into the floor but stayed there as Zoro moved his foot. The swordsman moved his foot between Yonji's legs and shoved the tip of his shoe again where Yonji's sack was, grinding and half kicking upwards as he said "Filthy slu*t." Yonji grunted with an eye-rolling wince but didn't complain.

Zoro pulled away then waIked around to the front, standing in front of Yonji's head. He glared down at Yonji then said "Lick my shoes you dog."

Yonji flinched but raised his head then leaned forward, opening his mouth and licking the top of Zoro's shoe. He moaned softly as he kept licking and rocking his hips, bathing Zoro's dress shoe in saliva. It didn't taste good at all, but the act itself was arousing. Being subservient to someone was so erotic and an extremely rare treat. Sure, Yonji's been a power bottom several times, laughing as he rode some poor man's dick with a wicked grin on his face. But this was totally different. His life and body was in Zoro's skilled hands and it couldn't turn him on more.

Zoro watched the man lick his shoes for a few minutes before suddenly kicking him in the face and making him fall onto his back. "Stay." He said and Yonji stayed laying down, staring at the ceiling with lidded and lust hazed eyes. Zoro walked up to Yonji and stepped on his fresh wound, a red line on his left side above his hips. Yonji let out a breathy moan and bucked his hips, his fingernails scratching the floor under him as Zoro ground his foot down. Zoro unsheathed two of his swords as he looked down at Yonji's closed eyes.

He could kill him. Right now.

But he wouldn't. He swore to Sanji.

Zoro smirked then suddenly brought the swords down to stab either side of Yonji's shapely waist, avoiding all organs and just piercing muscle.

"f*ck!" Yonji howled and bared his teeth with a buck of his hips.

Zoro chuckled and twisted the blades, Yonji letting out a moaning yowl then panting from the pleasure "Stay down. Hn. You look like a pinned bug. It suits you." He wiggled his shoe as blood dripped from the sword wounds, oozing around the blades and onto the floor. "Thank Shusui and Sandai Kitetsu."

Yonji sucked in a breath through his nose as his eyes rolled and body shook from the pain and pleasure coursing through him. He gasped as Zoro twisted his blades again and rasped "Th-Thank you Shusui! Sandai Kitetsu! f*ck- Thank you!"

Zoro hummed then yanked the swords out. He picked up Yonji's shirt and used the back of it to clean the blood off before tossing it to the floor. He sheathed his swords then said "Stand. Hands behind your back." Yonji scrambled to his feet and stood at attention like the soldier he was, looking ahead as he tried to not show emotion. Zoro smirked then suddenly slammed a haki covered fist into the man's stomach, Yonji's eyes shooting open as he gasped and doubled over, blood dripping from his lips "Stand up straight." Zoro ordered and Yonji straightened up immediately, fixing his expression but not the blood going down his chin and dripping onto his neck and chest. Zoro slammed his fist into the same spot and Yonji moaned out this time as he hunched over then straightened back up. "What do we say?"

"Thank you… sir…" Yonji forced out as his tongue slipped out to lick the blood on his lips. Zoro circled around behind Yonji and waited a moment before suddenly slamming a fist into his side, Yonji's legs wobbling before strengthening as he rasped out "Thank you sir…" Another punch to his lower back and Yonji cried out in thanks as he almost collapsed but managed to catch himself, the man panting heavily now.

Zoro walked back in front of Yonji then said "Report."

Yonji straightened more and said with a husky tone "I was close to climax. Sir."

"Hn…" Zoro's lip curled in disgust then said "Hands on the wall." Yonji blinked before facing the wall and putting his hands on it, glancing back at Zoro questioningly. Zoro yanked off his belt and Yonji felt his mouth water and body shake as he realized what the one eyed swordsman was about to do. "I want you to count each strike. Every five I do, you will thank me. Understood?"

"I understand. S-Sir."

"Good." Zoro held onto the metal part and wrapped it once around his hand before pulling his arm back, throwing his arm forward.

The belt made a loud crack as it made contact with Yonji's back, the man yelling out "One!" Another crack and Yonji gasps "Two! Three! Four- f*ck!" He panted as Zoro paused before snapping the belt again across his shoulder blades "Five! Thank you! Sir!" Yonji moaned out and bucked his hips against the wall, the man leaking precum so much it soaked the front of his boxers.

Zoro adjusted his grip as he looked over Yonji's back, five welts coloring his back. He smirked as he coated the belt with haki and lashed out again, the belt not only cracking loudly, but slicing his skin open like a sword.

"sh*t~! S-Six!" Yonji's tongue poked out as he panted with lidded eyes, his forehead pressing against the cool wall.

Zoro lashed out twenty-four more times before an almost violently shaking Yonji screamed out "Seppuku!" and smacked the wall three times desperately.

Zoro stopped immediately and said with a sharp tone "Explain."

"I-" Yonji swallowed as he leaned against the wall for support, panting heavily and shaking. He swallowed then turned his head to rest his cheek on the wall, looking at Zoro with glazed over eyes "I… I was gonna come… Didn't wanna come… Hah… Hah…"

Zoro silently commended the man for being determined to follow instructions so thoroughly. "Hn." He looked at Yonji's back, said skin was littered in welts and slices as he'd switched back and forth between using haki and normal leather. "Go kneel on the ground in the center again."

Yonji didn't want to leave the wall but peeled himself away and shakily walked over, kneeling down and waiting with a lowered head. Zoro walked in front of Yonji and said "Thank me for not letting you come."

"Yes… Th-Thank you for letting me not come… Thank you… Thank you sir…"

Zoro looked down at Yonji's crotch and watched the clothed and hard member twitch and throb needily. He gave the member a flick with his shoe and Yonji inhaled sharply. "Hm. Pull yourself out."

Yonji froze up then bit his lip as he shoved his soaked boxers down enough to pull out his hard co*ck. He put his hands back on his thighs and panted as his member twitched and leaked precum all for Zoro to see. Zoro moved his foot forward and shoved it under Yonji's still covered balls, grinding his foot upwards as more precum dripped down the shaft "Filthy." Zoro growled out with a scowl. "Move your hips. Slowly."

Yonji bit his tongue then started slowly rolling his hips back and forth, grinding his balls and perineum against Zoro's shoe as they panted. His eyes fluttered and rolled as he struggled to keep a slow and steady rhythm. More precum drooled from his co*ck as he humped Zoro's shoe, moaning and panting needily.

Zoro scoffed and said "This is what you are. A horny dog bitch. If you had a c*nt I bet you'd be flaunting it to me right now, begging me to f*ck and breed your dripping hole." He sneered and shoved upwards suddenly, Yonji yelping and moaning at the pain but also the words. "Am I right? If you had a c*nt you'd be begging me to f*ck it?"

"Yes! Yes I would! f*ck- you can f*ck me now too! I have a hole~ It's for-for you~ Master~ Please oh f*ck- f*ck my ass puss*!"

Zoro wasn't sure why at first Yonji's words made a bolt of arousal roll through him, until he realized Sanji had said similar words. Every so often Sanji liked to refer to his ass as a puss* and beg to be bred. They've asked him before if he actually wanted a vagin* or to be a woman, but Sanji insisted he just thought it was hot to call it that. "sh*t…" Zoro muttered under his breath then said out loud "f*ck your puss*? Tsh- You're not worthy of even seeing my co*ck let alone feel it in such a slu*tty hole."

"Please! Oh please Master! Sir! I'll call you whatever you want! I want your co*ck so bad!" Yonji was drooling as he stared at Zoro's pants bulge, the swordsman not realizing he'd gotten hard during their session. "I wanna suck it so bad too… Please lemme suck it at least! f*ck you smell so good… I can smell it from here…" With Yonji's enhanced sense of smell he could smell the heady scent of Zoro's arousal. "Sir… Please~"

The idea wasn't…

No.

It wasn't a good idea.

He doubted Yonji would try anything stupid and he's been extremely obedient this whole time, but he was already crossing a line by doing this much in the first place. It would be better to just give this horny masoch*st what he wants and leave. Maybe if he hurts the freak below him enough he'll leave him and Sanji alone.

"Hn." Zoro eyed Yonji's desperate expression then said "No. I'm not desperate enough to f*ck a slu*t you like you." He scowled and said "You're such a whor*. For a supposed team of killer assassins, you're such a co*ck slu*t."

Yonji moaned and Zoro scoffed then shifted his foot, pressing the bottom of it against the underside of Yonji's hard co*ck "Rub yourself if you want. Slow." Yonji nodded a little started rocking his hips to rub himself against Zoro's shoe.

"Tsh… You're such a dog. Pathetic…" He reached down and gripped Yonji's hair, yanking on it hard and spat venomously, "I bet you'd find better purpose in life being a co*ck warmer than a soldier. Just sitting or laying down and waiting for the next co*ck to come along and fill your slu*tty holes."

Yonji moaned at the filthy idea Zoro put in his head. He nodded dumbly and said "Yes… Yes please sir… I'd love that… I'd be so good…"

"O-Okay Master~" Yonji murmured with a lustful haze in their eyes.

"Nnh~ Yes. Yes. I would. f*ck I would." Yonji nodded a little as he panted and bucked up into his hand, moaning as Zoro grinded his foot down on his wound and reopened it more.

"Nnh~ Yes. Yes. I would. f*ck I would." Yonji nodded a little as he panted and bucked up into his hand, moaning as Zoro grinded his foot down on his wound and reopened it more.

Zoro smirked at the blood slowly dripping down Yonji's ribs and said "Dumbass." He aimed his sword tip at the soft dip of the man's shoulder then jabbed downwards, Yonji screaming as the blade sunk into his skin and muscle. Zoro unsheathed Sandai Kitetsu and did the same on the other side, grabbed the handles and slowly twisting them as he said "Thank me you pathetic piece of crap."

"Th-Thank you Zoro! Sir! f*ck! Oh f*ck f*ck- I'm-" Yonji eyes rolled back as he moaned and slowed his hand down "I'm g-gonna come! Oh f*ck- please- I'm g-gonna- come!"

"No. You're not." Zoro growled and shoved the blades deeper, a howl wrenching from Yonji's throat as Zoro stepped on his harder at the same time. "You're not because you're an obedient dog. Dogs follow orders. Isn't that right? Or are you a bad dog?"

Yonji let out a broken cry as Zoro twisted his blades again, more blood pouring from his wounds and onto the floor. If someone looked at them they'd assume Zoro was murdering the man with how much blood was everywhere. "I'm a good dog! I won't- f*ck! I won't come! Please!"

Zoro scoffed then yanked the swords out, Yonji's chest lifting from the floor for a moment from the rough motion. He pressed the tip of one over Yonji's heart and slowly pressed downwards, breaking skin and sinking inwards. He knew the exact depth to hit the major organ so he stopped before he hit it before pulling out again, Yonji practically sobbing now as he bucked his hips. Zoro reached behind him, the back of his blade touched Yonji's co*ck, making the green haired Vinsmoke freeze up and gawk at him with wide eyes. "What if I just cut off your dick? Leave you with a pathetic stump. You'd only be able to get pleasure being f*cked by someone's co*ck in your ass. Without a dick you'd just be a proper bitch."

Yonji whimpered and shook, a hint of actual fear in his eyes at the idea of losing his manhood. Not that it made him any less hard. No, he was absolutely dripping and throbbing at the idea of being Zoro's bitch toy, only alive to be a living co*ck sleeve for his master. "Nhh… Please don't… sir…" He managed to wheeze out as Zoro stepped harder, compressing his lungs with the pressure.

"Hm." Zoro pulled his sword away then said as he aimed at the man's face "If you get your ji*zz on me I'll be pissed." He moved his foot and stood on either side of Yonji's waist, sheathing Sandai Kitetsu and holding Shusui with two hands "Come, you pathetic hound!" Zoro ordered and stabbed down into the center of the X.

Yonji let out a surprised howl and his eyes rolled back as he rapidly f*cked up into his fist, thinking last minute through the pain to cover his head with his other hand as he climaxed harder than he's ever came before. As Yonji's climax slowed down, Zoro pulled his sword out slowly then wiped it off before sheathing her. Zoro looked down as Yonji's hands fell away, an impressive amount of cum soaking the man's crotch and hands.

Zoro sneered in disgust then said "You're not done yet. You dirtied my shoes. Clean them."

Yonji moaned but managed to roll onto his stomach, blood and seed dripping onto the floor as he crawled forwards and practically collapsed on his forearms. He leaned down and laped at Zoro's shoes slowly, his vision swimming but he kept himself awake. When he was done he fell onto his side, panting and wheezing but there was a satisfied smile on his lips.

Zoro huffed and walked over to a wall, looking at the bell system and ringing it before walking over to Yonji "I called for someone to get you. I'm leaving now."

Yonji whimpered and reached a hand out towards Zoro's shoe, the ground marked with some blood shoe prints from when Zoro walked. "Z-Zoro…"

"Goodbye." Zoro said shortly and left the room, a whimpering Yonji left to bleed and recover behind him. Zoro closed the door then exhaled as he leaned on the wall next to the door, closing his eyes as he breathed fresh air not tainted with blood or Yonji's cum.

"You did quite the number on him." Zoro looked over to see Ichiji nearby, an unreadable expression on his face.

"You were listening?" Zoro accused.

"Yes." Ichiji tilted his head and said "Just to make sure you didn't actually kill him."

"Hn. He'll be fine." Zoro looked as doctors rushed into the room then closed the door. The second the door was open they could see that Yonji had passed out on the floor in a puddle of his own blood and cum. Zoro sniffed then said as he walked away "Don't follow me."

"Mm. Do you remember how to get to your room?"

Zoro froze then scowled "...Just- show me. Asshole…" Ichiji chuckled then walked next to Zoro as he led him down the hall. When they got to Zoro's room, the swordsman glanced at Ichiji as he opened his door "...Thanks."

"My pleasure." Ichiji nodded then turned and left Zoro alone.

Zoro sighed in relief then went into his room and headed to the shower, looking forward to a long, hot shower.

Chapter 7: Fingers, tongues, teeth and eyes

Chapter Text

"Uso-bro!" Franky called out as he smashed his forearms together, a huge grin on his face " OW ! Welcome back!" Usopp laughed as he climbed on board then leaned over the side, holding a hand down and helping Reiju climb aboard. Franky blinked at the woman standing on their ship then yowled "YOW! What a super hot babe!"

"Shut up!" A swift kick to the back of his head made Franky yelp and hold his head. Sanji landed and scowled as he said "No hitting on my sister! Perv!" He approached Reiju with a smile and said "Enjoy breakfast my dear? Reiju? Usopp?"

"Of course." Usopp leaned in and kissed Sanji's cheek.

"It was so good!" Reiju smiled brightly.

"It was fine." A voice called out as someone jumped aboard. Niji landed on the railing, his eyes looking around with a bored expression "Hn. So this is your ship and crew…"

"An impressive ship." Ichiji jumped and landed next to Niji, crossing his arms as he looked around. He stepped down and walked up next to Reiju, Looking at Sanji as he said "Introduce us."

Sanji scowled but held his hand out "Our Captain, Luffy."

"Hiya!" Luffy grinned and waved.

"Our doctor, Chopper."

Niji leaned down with a raised brow. "This raccoon dog is a doctor?"

"I'm a reindeer! Asshole!" Chopper hissed and jumped back to hide behind Robin's leg, sticking out the wrong way as always.

Sanji huffed then smiled as he said "These lovely ladies are Nami and Robin, our beloved Navigator and Archaeologist."

"Nico Robin." Ichiji said as he looked her over "Your reputation precedes you." Robin smiled and nodded in his direction.

"Wow~ What a cutie~!" Niji gasped when he saw Nami, his swooning reminding everyone of Sanji when he swooned over the girls.

Nami rolled his eyes and looked over as Sanji pointed at Franky "This is Franky, our shipwright."

"Yo!" Franky waved two fingers with a grin.

"A cyborg. How interesting." Ichiji mused "And a shipwright? Did you build this ship?"

"Yup!" Franky held a thumbs up as he said "She's a super amazing ship! My best work so far!"

Sanji looked over as Brook approached them with a tip of his hat. "This is our talented musician, the Soul King, Brook."

"Such flattery Sanji! Yo ho ho!" Brook bowed towards Reiju and said "And how lovely to meet you again, Reiju."

Reiju smiled and said "The pleasure is mine."

"And this is our newest member, Jinbe. He is our helmsman.

Jinbe nodded towards the Vinsmoke's and said "A pleasure to meet Sanji's family."

Sanji looked around after introductions were finished then said "Where's Zoro? And Yonji? Thought those idiots said they were coming."

Usopp fixed his expression and said "Oh, those two? They decided to have a fight. Zoro is probably just cleaning up first before heading this way."

"A fight? Tsh. That's just like him…" Sanji grumbled then said as he looked at his brothers, Jinbe walking away back to the helm. "You're welcome to look around I guess."

"Mm." Ichiji started walking as he looked around, Niji finally hopping off the railing and walking around before suddenly jumping upwards, climbing the ropes and standing on top of the front sail.

Sanji glanced up at Niji and rolled his eyes then walked over to Luffy, leaning against him as Usopp started showing Reiju around. "What are you thinking?"

Luffy hummed and leaned back towards Sanji as he said "Dunno yet. I like your sister. Robin and Nami were tellin' me about her. I'm not so sure about your brothers yet." He looked up and grinned at Sanji "If they do anything we'll kick their butt. Okay?"

Sanji chuckled and said "Sounds good, Captain."

Luffy looked around then said "Hey. Come make me somethin!"

Sanji chuckled and said "You just ate."

Luffy pouted then looked around again before whispering "I wanna kiss you… We're supposed to be secret-like, right?"

Sanji blushed a little and said "Oh- Ahah… I see." He looked back at his siblings before leading Luffy into the dining room. He giggled once the door closed and pushed against Luffy as the man tried to jump him "Hey! Calm down~"

Luffy pouted at Sanji before taking his hand and whining "Saaanjiiii!"

"C'mer Captain." Sanji dragged Luffy into the kitchen then around the corner into the walk-in pantry.

Luffy giggled then pounced on Sanji as soon as the door closed and the light was turned on. The Captain pushed his hat to hang on his back as he kissed Sanji deeply, Sanji moaning into the kiss and letting the smaller male push him against the storeroom wall. "Sanji~" Luffy groaned into the kiss then kissed down to his neck "I missed cuddling you last night! And Usopp! And Zoro! It was so lonely just cuddling Brook!"

Sanji pat Luffy's head and smiled warmly, kissing his lips chastly then said "I'm sorry Captain. Just a few days more and things will go back to normal. Alright?"

Luffy nodded with a pout and tugged on Sanji's tie "I don't like having to be all secrety… I'm the captain! I should be able to do what I want!"

Sanji winced then cupped Luffy's face as he said "I know Captain. Just bare with it, my love."

"Okay Sanji…" Luffy pouted before leaning into Sanji to initiate another make out session.

Sanji hummed into the kiss then made a noise as he was picked up and his legs latched around Luffy's waist, moaning into their kiss. He really did miss their nightly cuddle piles. At least he had Usopp, but he felt back last night that Zoro had been alone. He whined a little as he felt Luffy start dry humping him with their hips rocking together. Sanji tore his lips from Luffy's and moaned breathily "C-Captain-"

"Sanji…" Luffy huffed as he kept thrusting and grinding their crotches together. He shoved his face into Sanji's neck as he panted and groaned while holding onto his precious cook and boyfriend.

"Luffy~" Sanji gripped the back of Luffy's head, fingers curling into black locks as he whined and moaned breathily into the air "Oh f*ck… Captain…"

"Nhh…" Luffy shut his eyes as he kissed Sanji's jaw eagerly.

"N-No marks Luffy…"

Luffy whined and muttered "Meanie… Fine…"

Something about being alone with Luffy always made Sanji feel like a hormonal teenager. He normally didn't like this kind of frotting but with Luffy it just felt so good. He definitely didn't like the sticky mess that usually happened afterwards, but it was hard to complain when Luffy stuck his stretchy tongue down your throat.

Sanji moaned and sucked on Luffy's tongue filling his mouth, the hot pleasure between them building hotter and hotter like a boiling kettle. Eventually the kettle boiled over and whistled, Sanji arching and moaning into Luffy's mouth as he climaxed in his underwear. Luffy groaned against Sanji lips as he humped a few more times then sighed happily as he came as well, his hips twitching and hands kneading Sanji's ass.

Luffy pulled away from Sanji's mouth with a satisfied grin, pecking his lips again before saying "Shower?"

"Please…" Sanji mumbled and nosed against Luffy's jaw and neck.

"Okay~" Luffy set Sanji down and giggled as Sanji wobbled for a moment then fixed their suit.

"C'mon then." Sanji opened the door and looked around before heading through the infirmary with Luffy, checking around then sneaking off into the ship's bowels to get to the shower.

Ichiji noticed Sanji sneaking around with Luffy from where he'd been perched above, his eyes lidding behind red tinted glasses. So… his whor* of a runt brother not only f*cked Zoro, but also the Captain. "Hn." Ichiji wet his lips then wondered just who else Sanji was f*cking on this ship. The cyborg? The women? Were the skeleton and raccoon in on this too? Perhaps Sanji was so weak and useless the only thing he could be on this ship was a cook and a whor*. "How fitting…" Ichiji mused with a smirk then walked along the wood railing, looking down as he watched Niji talk with the large cyborg, the man named Franky apparently boasting about his ship.

He spotted Nico Robin looking up at him and looked away towards the moving island he called home. He felt empty. But when he had been with Zoro last night he felt… something. Perhaps it was a taste of locked away emotions he'd never been able to have. He wanted it again. To feel. Sanji got to feel all the time. Hell, even Yonji had more expression than he did. But out of the four brothers, Ichiji was the coldest. He'd gotten good at pretending to react like a normal person would but it was just a mask so he didn't look like some robot or have an ounce of normality. But with the swordsman… It didn't feel fake. He didn't feel like he'd forced any emotions that weren't true. Ichiji knew he wasn't capable of love, but he knew in his chest he had a level of infatuation for the green haired swordsman.

Or perhaps it was obsession?

Ichiji shrugged the thoughts away to think about later then jumped down, landing silently on the grass deck. He glanced left and right then approached Brook who was softly strumming a guitar "You. Skeleton."

"Hm?" Brook looked up and tilted their head slightly "What can I do for you Ichiji?"

"How are you moving about? Am I correct in assuming a devil fruit is the reason?"

Brook chuckled and said "Yo ho ho~ Indeed. The Yomi Yomi No Mi fruit. My story is quite interesting actually as to how I was able to come back."

"I'd like to hear it. If you do not mind telling me." Ichiji made himself put on a mask of a small smile, trying to show friendliness.

"Yo ho! I don't mind at all." Brook motioned for him to get comfortable as he started telling his story, starting on the Rumbar ship and his poisoned crew.

After his shower with Luffy that consisted of a sporadic mutual hand-job affer Luffy got to handsy, Sanji came back out first and went into the kitchen, making up four cups of a fruity beverage. When he was done he came rushing out hearts in his eyes as he cooed "Nami-swan~! Robin-chwan~! Usopp-darling~! Reiju~!" He knelt down on one knee, a hand over his heart and the other holding up the tray as he purred "My loves~ A beverage for you all!"

"Oh my." Reiju giggled and took hers, looking over at Robin and Nami with a smile "Is he always Iike this?"

"Oh yes." Robin nodded.

Nami giggled as Usopp took his drink and smiled warmly "Thank you Sanji." He leaned in and kissed Sanji's lips sweetly.

Sanji swooned then looked at his crew, noticing that Chopper at some point had run away to his infirmary. He was surprised to see Brook and Ichiji talking to each other, Franky showing Niji the helm dials along with Jinbe. Sanji felt Usopp tap his elbow and he looked over with a smile "Yes my love?"

"How are you feeling?"

Sanji shrugged and leaned against Usopp "I'm fine I guess."

Usopp looked Sanji over then said "Hey. Come with me to my workshop."

Sanji blunked then said "Oh. Okay." He smiled and said to the ladies "I'll be back my dears." He took Usopp's hand and let the sniper lead him into the ship and down to his workshop that doubled as his room. When they got there Usopp closed the door then flicked on a light to cast the room in a soft glow. He reached up and took off his bandana, using it to tie back his hair. He inhaled then exhaled slowly before looking at Sanji with a calm and serious expression "Shirt off."

Sanji bit his lip then took his coat off then hug it on a hanger that was on the wall, taking his button up off as well. He watched as Usopp laid out a plush roll up mat and Sanji knelt down on it, breathing calmly as Usopp smiled down at him.

"Report?" Usopp asked.

"Anxious but not about this. I'm good."

"Alright. Let's begin then." Usopp pulled a panel down from the ceiling and it unfolded into a shelf that showed a variety of bdsm equipment, the entire left half just colorful rope. Usopp pulled a pink rope off and felt along it to make sure it was soft before walking over to Sanji and getting behind him. He knelt down on one knee and kissed Sanji's shoulder before getting to work steadily running the rope around Sanji's pale torso.

Sanji closed his eyes as he focused on Usopp's hands sliding along his skin along with the rope. They'd been doing this for almost three months now, ever since Zoro showed him that he had Usopp bind him for intense meditation sessions. Or kinky sex.

Usopp went around to the front and picked up one of Sanji's hands, making him hold a spot as he wound the rope around then tucked it under. With several more intricate loops back and forth and five more minutes, instead of a diamond pattern running from Sanji's collar to navel, it was a three tier heart pattern going big to small. "Beautiful." Usopp praised and leaned in, kissing Sanji as he finished tucking the end of the rope "Absolutely stunning…"

Sanji smiled into the kiss and murmured "Thank you…"

Usopp's ropework was a perfect balance of snug and loose: he would be able to work and fight without being restricted but it was enough pressure to be calming. "Of course darling." Usopp kissed Sanji again then stood up, holding a hand down to assist in Sanji standing as well "How does it feel? Any weird pinches?"

"Nope." Sanji wrapped his arms around Usopp's neck and leaned against him as he cooed "It's perfect like always." Usopp smiled brightly and kissed Sanji lovingly as his fingers danced along the rope decorating Sanji's beautiful skin.

There were two knocks on the door and Brook's voice called out "Mind if I come in?"

"Oh. Come in Brook." Sanji called out as he grabbed his button up.

Brook walked in and closed the door, his sockets looking at Sanji and he chirped "My my Sanji dear. You look positively ravishing." He approached Sanji and ran his fingers over the middle heart that ran over the bottom of his ribs and top of his stomach. "Quite the sight for sore eyes!"

"But you don't have eyes, Brook." Sanji said with a playful smirk and tugged on Brook's jacket hem.

"Yo ho ho ho~! So I don't!" Brook put a hand on Sanji's bare waist and tugged him to his torso as he leaned down and slid a hand down to cup Sanji's ass, the blonde blushing and leaning into Brook's touch. "Absolutely beautiful. Good work today Usopp."

"Thanks Brook." Usopp smiled as he pushed the shelf up back to the ceiling. He walked up behind Sanji and hugged the both of them as he snuggled up to Sanji's back. Usopp leaned in and kissed Sanji's shoulder as he took his shirt from his lover's skilled fingers "Here." He held a sleeve open for Sanji's arm and the blonde blushed as he let Usopp dress him, Brook slipping his hands between them and doing up his buttons. They repeated the process with Sanji's coat then Usopp stole another kiss "Mm. Suppose we should head back."

Sanji sighed and leaned his forehead against Brook's chest as he muttered "I can't wait till we leave and we can be ourselves again…"

"I know darling." Brook murmured and pet Sanji's hair "Just a bit longer. You can do it."

"I know…" Sanji sighed then leaned up and kissed Brook's jaw before turning to Usopp and pecking his lips "Let's go see if those idiots have done anything stupid." Sanji smiled before looking at himself in the mirror. As usual Usopp did well making sure the rope didn't bulk up weirdly. Perfect. Sanji walked out on deck and blinked at the sight of Zoro talking to Franky and Jinbe. "Zoro!" Sanji called out with a smile.

Zoro looked over and half smiled, a hand resting on his katanas as he said "Curly. Hey."

Sanji looked around and then said "Yonji change his mind?"

"Ah. We overdid our fight." Zoro said and didn't elaborate.

Sanji huffed and said "You two are such meat heads…" He pulled a cigarette out of his pocket and lit it, taking a breath then said "I hope you kicked his ass."

Zoro shrugged and said "Of course. Science crap enhancements or not, he went down pretty damn quick. With all that boasting I thought he was going to give me a good fight."

Sanji chuckled and pat Zoro's shoulder on the way by, "Good job Mosshead."

Zoro relished the contact even with how short it was. He glanced over at Ichiji for a moment then looked around, finding Niji looking over the railing. He looked back at Franky and Jinbe as he said "So… What are your thoughts on these guys?"

Franky shrugged and said "Not sure bro. But it does feel super awkward talking to them. Like they're acting like they saw other people do through a foggy window."

"Considering their genetic modifications, I'm amazed they show any amount of emotion such as interest." Jinbe noted.

"Mm." Zoro leaned back on a rail as he said "I agree. It's unnerving sometimes. I'm just glad Sanji didn't end up like them."

"Me too. Couldn't imagine this ship without our super amazing chef!" Franky grinned and pat Zoro's shoulder before walking towards Robin and greeting his lover with enthusiasm. Jinbe nodded to Zoro before heading down to the deck and retreating to the aquarium.

Zoro touched Wado's handle as he went back to watching the crew, silently observing and making sure everyone was alright. He noticed Ichiji coming up to the helm and looked away, his fingers focusing on then woven pattern Wado and the other swords provided.

Ichiji stood next to Zoro and looked out to sea before saying "I'm willing to let today go by since you had to entertain my idiot of a brother, Yonji."

"How kind." Zoro bit out but was actually quite thankful for the break. He was mentally exhausted from the intense session with Yonji and was looking forward to some affection he'd steal away from his crew tonight.

"Mm." Ichiji tilted his head then said, his hands clasped behind him "Do you entertain such violent sessions with Sanji?"

Zoro froze up at what Ichiji said then steeled his expression to not give his crew anything to worry about "...I don't understand what you're getting at."

"Don't play dumb with me, swordsman." Ichiji said cooly, looking over at Zoro as he said "Our first night together you cried out his name in ecstasy. It was actually quite insulting, but insightful."

Zoro felt his chest tighten but he kept his breathing level as he said "Unrequited. We slept together once but now he's with Usopp. I am more than happy for him. He deserves to be happy."

"So do you." Ichiji looked back out to sea as Zoro glanced at him in a bit of shock. "It's a pity you seem to have no one to lean on in terms of a relationship. Quite the loss, but, I suppose, my luck."

"Your luck…?" Zoro turned to look at Ichiji properly as he raised an eyebrow.

Ichiji hummed and turned to look at Zoro "While me and my brothers are incapable of feeling an emotion called Iove, I feel something akin to infatuation towards you. In short, I am interested in you as a potential partner. Sexual or otherwise." He took a step towards Zoro and the swordsman took a wary step back. "After our first night together I find myself… eager to have a taste again without the haze of alcohol."

"...You like me?" Zoro asked with an incredulous look, "Bullsh*t."

"I assure you it's not… bullsh*t, as you say." Ichiji turned back to the ocean and put his hands on the railing as he said "I once told you how difficult it is for me and my brothers to find bed partners that won't shatter under our grasp. You not only didn't shatter, you leaned into it. Like touching an open flame…" his fingers gripped the wood as he continued "The things I feel are entirely unfamiliar to me, Zoro. My head and chest feel strange. I feel a headache and tightness in my chest like my heart and lungs are being squeezed. If it wasn't for my enhancements I would assume I was ill. But I am not."

Zoro looked at Ichiji's side profile in thought. This man was nothing like Sanji. They shared the same blood, eyebrow curl and last name, but nothing else. There wasn't anything about this man that made him want to pursue a relationship. They had a sex based deal. That was it. Leaned his elbows on the railing and ruffled his green hair before saying "I'm gonna be blunt here Ichiji. I'm not interested in you from a relationship standpoint. You have no qualities I find ideal for an emotionally connected relationship, something I find to be essential." He closed his eyes and said "I need someone to be vulnerable with. To unwind after a day of having to be my Captain's wing. Someone that can give me assurances without judgment." He looked at Ichiji and said simply "You cannot give me that."

"No. I cannot." Ichiji murmured, his eyes lidding behind his glasses. He reached up and took his goggles off, pinching the bridge of his nose before looking at Zoro with bright blue eyes "But… I hope you will continue to humor me and our deal. Emotions aside."

Zoro looked into Ichiji's eyes before looking ahead and saying "Fine. Only until we leave. If anyone finds out, the deal is off."

"I understand, Zoro." Ichiji looked at Zoro's profile with unfiltered eyes before putting his goggles back on and walking away. He approached Sanji and said "I will take my leave now."

"Oh. Okay." Sanji said awkwardly.

Ichiji nodded towards Usopp before walking to the platform and down the slope to head towards the castle.

Sanji looked after Ichiji then at Zoro, pulling his cigarette from his lips in thought. He looked his stern lover over then looked at Robin with a soft smile "Robin my dear, would you mind giving our beloved swordsman a break tonight and take his shift in the castle with us? I'm sure you'd more than enjoy the library my family has."

Robin smiled warmly and said with a nod "Of course Sanji."

Reiju brightened at the idea of Robin coming to visit and said "I'll show you where it is when we get back. If you so desire you can take a few books with you. I've read them all at least twenty times over since I was a child."

"How generous." Robin nodded with thanks.

Sanji smoked on his cigarette happily as he beamed at the two women before walking up next to Zoro and gently elbowing him. "Hey. Stay here tonight."

Zoro looked at Sanji in surprise. "What?"

Sonji plucked his cigarette from his lips and said "Robin will come with us tonight. You stay here. I can see you're stressing yourself out trying to protect us from my brother's verbal sh*t. Stay here. You'll have Brook and Luffy."

Zoro hated how Sanji could always see when he needed an emotional escape but it was also something he was thankful for. Zoro sighed and said "Fine…" He looked past Sanji's face then crossed his arms on the railing, his hand closer to Sanji sneaking towards him in invitation.

Sanji chuckled and leaned on the railing too, crossing his arms and moving close enough for their fingers to tangle together. Sanji sighed softly and murmured around his cigarette "It's so weird being so close yet…"

"So far." Zoro murmured back, glancing over at Sanji and catching the other's blue eye. While Ichiji and Sanji shared the same color and shaped eye, there was so much fondness and love in Sanji's gaze that he wouldn't give it up for the world. It made his dishonesty that much more painful. But… he would never leave Sanji or his other lovers for anyone else. Never. He was so in love with them that it shocked even him. He smiled a little then looked back out, his fingers moving closer to caress the inside of Sanji's hand in a fond gesture.

They suddenly heard their Captain's iconic laughter paired with Niji yelling in surprise, the two looking over to see that Luffy had given Niji a Strawhat hello. In other words, Luffy had launched himself into the blue haired man's head and was holding onto it as Niji tugged at his clothes. Niji managed to turn his head with a gasp then hissed "What the f*ck?!"

"Shishishi~ You're so up tight! Smile more!" He crawled around to sit on Niji's shoulders and reached down, hooking his fingers into the man's mouth to pull his lips up into a smile "Smile!"

Niji grit his teeth then opened his mouth, chomping down on Luffy's fingers. The rubbery Captain let out a yelp and yanked his fingers free, falling backwards as he shook his fingers and blew on them. "You ass!"

"Me?!" Niji pointed a finger at Luffy and snapped "You stuck your fingers in my mouth!"

"And?"

"And?!" Niji seethed then snapped to look at Sanji "This is your captain?!"

"Yup." Sanji smiled crookedly and said "We're a crew of misfits Niji. And he's the King of Misfits for sure."

"I'm gonna be King of the Pirates!" Luffy yelled and launched himself at Niji again, the blue haired man yelling as he went flying across the deck

Sanji pulled his cigarette from his lips then covered his mouth as he laughed, Niji slammed into the railing. Niji's head flopped back over the wooden rail as he groaned from the impact, Luffy sitting on his lap with a grin. "Gh… What the f*ck?! Get off me!" Niji shoved Luffy off of him and straightened himself out before scowling at Luffy "If you're gonna just keep doing that I'm leaving! Asshole…"

Sanji rolled his eyes and said in a neutral tone as he put his cigarette back to his lips "Oh no. How horrible. Don't trip on your way out." Niji stuck his tongue out at Sanji before running across deck and jumping over the railing, flashing Sanji a middle finger on the way. Sanji huffed then looked over at Reiju who was talking quietly with Nami, the two women looking like they were getting along quite well. He felt Zoro's hand withdraw and looked over to see the swordsman walking down the steps back onto the main deck.

Sanji looked after Zoro before walking down and across the deck, heading into the infirmary where Chopper was reorganizing. He stubbed his cigarette out before entering and calling out "Hey Chopper."

"Oh! Sanji!" Chopper squeaked happily as he hopped down from the ladder he was on then got onto his spinning chair "What can I do for you?"

Sanji sat down on the medical bed and was quiet for a moment before saying "From a medical standpoint, is it possible to help my brothers be more… like me? Emotionally available?"

Chopper frowned at the question and rubbed their chin with a hoof "Huh… Maybe? It was a chemical that altered their genetics right? But you ended up different?"

"That's right."

Chopper hummed in thought then said "In theory it's possible with some therapy. Both chemical and psychological. Why?" Chopper tilted their head as he asked the simple one word question.

Sanji sighed and said "I feel bad for them. Watching them as adults get worse than they were as kids… Sure they were little sh*ts back then, but now they're fully grown adults with no idea how to process and deal with emotions properly or healthily." He frowned and said "For some reason both Yonji and Niji seemed to like Usopp. Yonji keeps flirting with him relentlessly even when he's been told to stop. It's getting irritating…"

Chopper tilted their head the other way and said "Part of the treatment would be for them to acknowledge their… defective emotional capacity then want to fix it. Without them knowing or accepting that it's a problem and wanting to be normal, they would never be cured. Even if we forced them through the therapy, it wouldn't work that well and they'd relapse almost immediately." Chopper sighed with a shrug then said curiously "Have you asked them if they want to change? They seem content with how they are."

"I haven't." Sanji said as he leaned his chin on his hand, elbow on his knee. "But I just want them to be… normal. Not be so apathetic. Have morals."

"I get that Sanji." Chopper said with a nod "But you can't change someone who doesn't want to be fixed or think anything is wrong."

"Makes sense." Sanji tapped his cheek with a small frown "I just… Even after all these years I wish they'd find their own purpose. They had no choice but to be Judge's pawns from birth. I was different and broke away from this livem I'm glad I did…" He sighed and crossed his arms as he said "They might have hated me and I hated them, but I do want to see them be independent one day and live their own lives away from all this crap."

Chopper rubbed his neck then said "I could look into it for you. Draw up the healing process on paper and so you can show them it's possible and an option."

Sanji smiled softly and said "Thank you Chopper. That's perfect."

Chopper blushed as he wiggled in his chair and tugged his hat over his eyes "Shut up you asshole~ That doesn't make me happy~ Get out~!"

Sanji chuckled then stood up and gave Chopper a pat on the head "I'll make you some sweets later for your trouble."

Chopper lit up at that, eyes glistening as he squeaked "O-Okay!"

Sanji exited the room to walk into the kitchen as he lit a cigarette, looking over the dry dishes before starting to put them away.

"Sanji?"

The cook looked over to see Brook ducking through the entrance and heading towards him after closing the door. Sanji smiled warmly and reached a hand out with a fond gaze. "Brook."

The skeleton approached Sanji and leaned over as he took the man's hand, pressing the back of it to his teeth then saying "How are you feeling my Heart? Reiju just left with Robin to head back to the castle."

Sanji looked relieved to hear that as he gently pulled Brook closer and wrapped his arms around the other pirate "Stressed. I'll be fine though. Just need to get through this…" He closed his eyes as he spoke, breathing in the scent of the tea Brook chose this morning: Chai. It made the skeleton smell wonderful.

Brook wrapped their arms around Sanji and embraced him gladly. "You can do this my dear. You're so strong and beautiful…"

Sanji blushed at the praise and compliments, burying his face into Brook's jacket as he grumbled his false distaste. After a moment he leaned back then said "Would you like some tea?"

"Sounds lovely my dear." Brook beamed as he reached up and fixed a strand of blonde hair. He walked over to where he had his violent tucked on the galley wall and plucked it down, tuning it before a gentle and slow tune floated into the kitchen.

Sanji smiled warmly as Brook played and got to work filling the kettle then setting it on the stove. He selected a tea for today then went to the dining table, sitting down in front of Brook and watching as Brook played for him.

He saw the door open and Zoro filed into the room followed by Usopp. They were quiet as they entered then sat down on either side of Sanji, leaning towards him as they watched Brook's show. Zoro looked over at Sanji and reached up to cup his face, turning him towards his own face as he muttered "I've been wanting to kiss you all day…"

"I know Marimo." Sanji smiled and turned his body more, putting a hand on Zoro's thigh and leaned in. They met for a soft kiss, the two leaning in closer as Zoro put an arm around the cook's waist.

Brook chuckled a light "Yo ho ho~" as he played and watched the two lovingly make out. "Young love~"

Usopp looked over for a moment and blushed before looking back at Brook, giving the two some privacy. He knew that Zoro was craving his lover's attention after whatever he did to Yonji, he rarely saw Zoro hold Sanji with such a delicate touch. He'd have to sit down with Zoro soon and talk to him about it.

After several more kisses Zoro got up and sat down next to Usopp, smiling crookedly as he said "I didn't forget about you."

Usopp blushed hard as Zoro reached up and slid a hand to the back of his head, running through fluffy curls "I-I didn't think you did! Heh."

Zoro rolled his eyes then tugged Usopp into a kiss, his other hand coming up to caress Usopp's jaw and ruffled the trim goatee their sniper was growing. As Zoro kissed Usopp breathless, Sanji stood up and gave both of them passing head caresses while walking into the kitchen. He heard the kettle about to start whistling so he turned off the heat and pulled the teapot over, opening the top and pouring the hot water over the satchel of herbs. He covered the pot then set it on a tray with four cups and their plates, sugar, a small pitcher of milk and some spoons. He put some mini cakes and pastries onto the tray then walked over to the dining table, setting the tray down before sitting next to Usopp and leaning in to press against his back. Sanji chuckled as his pressure made then two break apart to look at him "Having fun?"

"Mm." Zoro grunted and ran his hand over Usopp's biceps, appreciating the muscles their sniper worked hard to get. It still baffled him to this day how… handsome and irresistible Usopp got after their two year separation. He had thought Usopp was fairly cute beforehand and had a small crush with how cute he was. Luffy had begged Zoro and Sanji to let him into their relationship after Little Garden. It didn't take too much convincing but eventually Sanji conceded and agreed but didn't actively seek Usopp out. At first Usopp was extremely hesitant and weirded out but eventually Luffy's begging won out and Usopp was welcomed with stretchy arms.

The group had a weird dynamic when it first began: Luffy loved Zoro first, then Zoro accidentally kissed Sanji after a fairly heated fight which escalated to something that Luffy accidentally interrupted but was happy to see, thus starting their polyamourous relationship. Sanji was hesitant about Usopp since his heart could barely accept that Luffy and Zoro loved him. It wasn't till later that he accepted his own growing feelings for their beloved sniper. Bringing Brook into their relationship was not something any of them saw coming. It wasn't till after their reunion that they all realized how much they'd cared for the skeleton and saw how alone he was, the skeleton often making self-deprecating jokes about how lucky the four were to have each other.

It took almost a week before they all wore Brook down and he accepted their proposal to let them love him. Brook had been awkward at first, avoiding physical touch and trying to convince everyone that he was just happy to be there, but Sanji had been the first to grab the skeleton and throw him onto the Captain's large bed then scold him. Sanji went on a tangent about how wonderful Brook was and how even if he was bones, it didn't mean anything. He made Brook hold his face and they saw the moment Brook realized they hadn't just pulled him into the group out of pity, that they actually Ioved him.

Getting out of his head, Zoro smiled and reached up, playfully tugging on Usopp's small beard "Yeah."

Usopp swatted a hand at Zoro for messing with his precious facial hair then smiled at Sanji "What kind is that? It smells good!"

"A new one I got at the island we were just at." Sanji said with a happy smile "Spiced mango and pineapple with black tea. I think you all will enjoy it."

"Sounds delightful my dear." Brook cooed as he finished up his song and bowed before hanging his violin back up. He sat down at the table as the door burst open and Luffy came rushing in with a huge grin and sparkling eyes.

"Something smells tasty!"

"Come sit with us Luffy." Sanji offered a seat next to him "I was about to serve some tea. You will NOT eat all the tea cakes." He said as he slapped a rubbery hand then served Luffy a plate of an assortment "Eat slow for once will yah?"

"Fine…" Luffy pouted but placed a cake in his mouth, slowly chewing grumpily but his eyes lit up as he groaned at the flavor "So good…"

Sanji stood up as he poured the tea then handed out the cups, sitting back down and making himself a cup with light sugar and milk. Brook went more milk heavy with his cup but stayed relatively light with his sugar compared to Luffy who piled it in with a grin and a disgusted look from Usopp. Zoro rolled his eyes and just sipped it without and sugar or milk.

Sanji savored moments like this with his lovers, everyone just enjoying each other's company and even managing to tame their Captain's greedy mouth. He sighed contently and leaned against Brook who was next to him, glad to feel the skeleton put a hand on his waist and rub their thumb against him in a comforting motion.

Beautiful.

Sanji took another sip as Luffy leaned towards Usopp and said "So what's the castle like? It looks huge! I bet Zoro got lost at least twice~"

Zoro choked on his tea and kicked Luffy in the table as Usopp laughed and said "Yeah it's huge! I haven't seen Zoro get lost. As far as I know." He gave Zoro a look and the swordsman scowled.

"No. I haven't gotten lost." Zoro bit out with a grumble then said "Half of the time I run into Ichiji or your sister so even if I did, it didn't last long."

"Mmm…" Usopp hummed with a playful eyebrow raise.

Zoro huffed and didn't argue any more as he sipped his tea, wishing it had booze in it. He swore Sanji could read minds as the man pulled out a flask from his pocket and tipped a clear liquid into his half empty cup. He raised a brow at Sanji who winked and said "It's rum."

Zoro snickered and took a drink then reached over and caressed Sanji's hand "Thanks babe." Sanji blushed at the pet name and rubbed his reddening cheek before going back to his drink and nibbling on a scone.

"When are you expected back at the castle?" Brook asked as he moved his plate away from Luffy's wandering hand.

"Probably in an hour or so. Oh, I almost forgot." He set his cup down and said "My sister is inviting everyone to dinner tomorrow night."

"Food!" Luffy gasped excitedly and started vibrating at the idea of a large spread of food.

Sanji rolled his eyes as Zoro frowned "Not sure how I feel about that. Is your old man gonna be there?"

"Probably." Sanji huffed and leaned into Luffy as the Captain put an arm around his waist, Brook retrieving his own arm to grab a mini cake.

"Is he that bad?" Luffy asked curiously.

"He's a stuck up old guy with anger issues and a grudge against Sanji for… whatever the f*ck reason it is." Usopp said with a wave of his hand "He's a pain in the ass. I swear he gets off on trying to list off everything he sees as a failure in people. Especially you, Sanji."

Sanji leaned into Luffy more and grumbled "I'm not his perfect obedient killing machine. That's why he's upset with me. I'm a cook instead of a soldier. It's so stupid."

"I wouldn't imagine you any other way Sanji dear." Brook said warmly and wiped his teeth with a napkin.

"Yeah! We Iove you for you!" Usopp cheered as he grinned "Don't let anything that old geezer says mess with you."

Sanji smiled as everyone nodded in agreement. His heart felt so full as everyone supported him. He didn't deserve them but they did their damn best to assure him that he did. "Thanks guys. Really."

"Yo Sanji-bro!" Everyone looked over to see Franky leaning over the open doorway and pointing a thumb outwards "There's a green haired guy staring up at the ship."

"Yonji?" Sanji raised an eyebrow and stood up "What could he want?"

Zoro stiffened up and Usopp glanced at Sanji, standing up and saying "Stay here. Maybe he wants a rematch or something. I'll deal with him. Just relax with everyone."

Sanji looked hesitant but sighed and sat down with a nod "Fine… Come get me if he gets too stubborn."

"Alright." Zoro walked out of the galley then over to the edge of the ship desk, glaring down at Yonji then jumping over the rail, landing in front of Yonji as he growled "What do you want?"

"Zoro!" Yonji gasped then grinned widely as he said "I wanted to see the ship! A-And you…"

Zoro eyeballed Yonji then said "...How's your body?"

Yonji shrugged and pulled his shirt up, showing off numerous bandages and horrible bruises coloring his skin where Zoro used haki infused punches. "Feels fine. Should be good by tomorrow." He felt along a dark bruise and shivered. "It felt so good…"

"Shut up." Zoro snapped and Yonji quickly quieted and lowered his shirt. Zoro sighed and rubbed his eyes then said "Just… go home Yonji. Sanji and Usopp will be back in about two hours."

Yonji blinked "What about you?"

Zoro felt his lip twitch as he said "I'm staying here tonight. We're taking shifts being our crewmate's bodyguard."

"What?!" Yonji whined "But- Then I won't get to see you till tomorrow!"

Zoro snarled and grabbed Yonji by the throat, whirling him around and hiding them against the ship as he slammed the other man against it. He tightened his grip as he hissed "Stop talking to me like that! We did what we did because you're an annoying masoch*stic bastard and you lost! Now stop acting like I belong to you or some sh*t!"

Yonji winced and bit his lower lip as he squirmed in Zoro's grasp "Bu-But… Sir…"

"Don't!" Zoro squeezed Yonji's throat, the man's eyes rolling back with a tongue sticking out a little. He quickly withdrew his hand and Yonji collapsed on his knees, coughing and rubbing his throat that now had a hand shaped bruise forming.

Yonji wet his lips and sat on his calves as he whispered hoarsely "W-Was I not good? Did I do something wrong? Please… Tell me…" Yonji begged and crawled forwards, reaching out and tugging on Zoro's pant leg "I can be a good boy… I'm your obedient dog right? Right? Please tell me!"

Zoro flinched as Yonji grabbed his pants and looked up at him with wild, desperate eyes. He kicked Yonji away and snapped "Don't touch me again you mutt!"

"Okay… Okay… Yes sir…" Yonji whispered and crawled backwards with his head down, his hands curling into fists as he lowered his eyes.

Zoro groaned and put a hand on his eyes, his fingers absently tracing his eye scar before putting his hands on his hips with a heavy sigh. He then said with a firm voice "Yonji." The man looked up eagerly, "Explain why you're obsessed with me."

Yonji grinned and said "Because you're so strong! You're handsome and just- amazing. I've never met anyone like you before! I just don't know why you're so… hesitant. I mean- you're not in a relationship are you? You said at the bar you were but you're clearly not and just said it to shove me off."

Zoro huffed and rubbed his face then said "I'm not interested in you like that Yonji. I entertained your whims for one hour and that was it. We're done."

"But-"

"No. Yonji." Zoro said firmly then said "Go back home. You will not speak of this to anyone." Yonji bit his tongue then nodded and stood up, looking like a kicked puppy as he walked back to the castle. Zoro exhaled heavily and rubbed his face, now very glad he was staying here tonight. He desperately wanted reassurances from Brook and some deep love from Luffy. He hopped back up to the deck and froze when he saw Nami leaning on the railing, not looking at him. He was quiet then said "How much did you hear?"

"Enough." Nami said quietly then looked at him, her eyes hot with emotion. "I'm disappointed in you Zoro."

"We- I didn't f*ck him." Zoro forced out.

"You still did something with him. Something he liked and that's enough to make me disappointed."

Zoro grit his teeth and said "All I did was beat the sh*t out of him like he asked. Apparently these assholes are obsessed with power and seek out people who can hurt them."

"You still did it." Nami pushed off the rail and said "Tell him when we leave. Or I will."

Zoro clenched his jaw and grabbed Nami's wrist as he growled "You will do no such thing. You don't know the whole story or what happened."

Nami yanked her wrist away and said with narrowed eyes "Then enlighten me."

Zoro stared downwards with clenched fists then said "We fought. I cut him up and won. I didn't realize till I was on him telling him to yield that he… he got hard during our fight. The brothers find power and strength attractive and love pain. Especially Yonji…" he rubbed his face and said "Usopp said I should branch out and see what happens but to just not f*ck him. I didn't, I didn't even get naked Nami." He touched his chest as he said "All I did was hurt him how he wanted. Bastard passed out after I was done with him. Nothing more than that I swear."

Nami looked Zoro over with a raised and skeptical brow "Usopp? He… gave you permission to do that to Sanji's brother?"

Zoro huffed and crossed his arms "Usopp is a sad*st too like me. He was curious like me how far I could take this without killing the guy."

Nami pursed her lips then said softly "...How far…?"

Zoro chuckled and said "I stabbed him about five times, punched him with haki and stepped on him a sh*t ton then whipped him. Made him wait an hour before allowing him to come. Left right after and I called for the doctors to look at him since he was out cold on the floor."

"f*ck…" Nami touched her lips then eyed Zoro "Did you get off on it??"

Zoro hesitated before growling out "No."

"Ah…"

"I don't do any of that kind of thing with them if that's what you're wondering."

Nami hummed absently then sighed and said "Okay. I won't say anything."

"Thank you…" Zoro relaxed with an exhale and said "I'm going back to see them."

"Alright." Nami watched Zoro leave then looked towards the castle, wondering what else was going to happen during their stay here.

"Alright. We're heading out!" Usopp called out as they walked to the ramp.

"See you tomorrow!" Sanji said with a smile "Wear something formal! Dinner should be around six alright? But you're welcome to come beforehand."

"Noted. Till tomorrow Sanji, Usopp." Brook said with a small wave.

As Usopp and Sanji headed back to the castle, Zoro sighed and rubbed his eyes tiredly "I'm turning in. Slept like sh*t. That place gives me the creeps."

"I'll see you in a bit, Zoro. If that's alright." Brook said as he put a hand on Zoro's shoulder.

Zoro relaxed and smiled softly as he said "Yeah. Of course." He patted Brook's hand then gave Luffy a look "You too Captain."

"Kay~!" Luffy grinned happily.

Zoro felt better already as he headed into the captain's quarters of the ship, kicking off his shoes and shrugging off the sleeves of his top before collapsing into the bed face first. He groaned and crawled forwards to bury his face in the numerous pillows they had, hugging one to his chest as he turned onto his side and curled up. The bed smelled like them. All of them. It was comforting like a warm blanket. He closed his eyes with a tired sigh before opening them as he felt a dip in the mattress. He felt cold skeletal fingers touch his warm shoulder so he closed his eyes again, relaxing into Brook gently massaging his shoulder.

"You're so tense Zoro. Was it that bad?" Brook asked curiously.

"Nn. They're all sh*tty people in their own way. Judge is the worst though." Zoro grumbled before turning onto his back and looking up at Brook as he let the pillow roll away to the side. "I needed the break more than I realized."

"I can see that." Brook caressed Zoro's chest then said "Would you care for our company tonight Zoro? I'm sure Luffy would love to help alleviate your pressure and ease your mind."

Zoro chuckled and reached to put his hand over Brook's on his chest "I was hoping for it. I slept by myself last night… It felt like a prison. I felt so alone…"

"I understand my love." He raised Zoro's hand to his teeth "Tonight," he said as his other hand undid his button up to expose his ribcage "We will make sure you never feel alone."

Zoro closed his eyes and he sighed again "Thanks Brook…" He opened them and looked up at the musician as he said softly "I want it slow tonight… Please?"

"Of course my Heart. Whatever you like." Brook looked over as the door opened then closed in a flurry of red, Luffy launched himself on the bed as he kicked his sandals off and used his stretchy arm to hang his hat on a hook.

"Zoro!" Luffy flopped on top of Zoro and snuggled into his chest happily "I miss you!"

Zoro wrapped his arms around Luffy and hugged him tight as he rasped "Me too…" He loved the body heat he felt. Luffy was always oozing in physical and emotional love for his partners, it was both suffocating and inviting, like when you start going unconscious under the pressure of the deep sea.

"Luffy." The Captain looked up from where he'd been nuzzling Zoro's pectorals "Zoro is requesting it slow tonight. I do believe extra affection is called for."

"Aww~ Of course Zoro!" Luffy cooed and cupped Zoro's face, the man blushing as Luffy rubbed his cheeks and jaw "Anything to make you happy Zoro." He leaned in and kissed Zoro with a smile and pleased hum.

The greenette sighed into the kiss and wrapped his arms around his captain, enjoying the kisses. He enjoyed it even more as Brook ran his fingers through his hair, rubbing his scalp like Brook knew he loved. "Luffy…" Zoro muttered against Luffy's lips, the swordsman slowly spreading his legs to invite his captain between them.

Luffy gladly took the hint and pressed himself against Zoro, slowly rocking their hips together with soft grunts. Eventually Luffy broke the kiss and trailed kisses downwards, nipping at Zoro's neck as his fingers undid Zoro's clothes. He tossed away Zoro's outfit to leave him naked then sat back as he shrugged off his top, throwing it to the floor before wiggling off his shorts. Once he was naked he got back between Zoro's bent legs and smiled down at Zoro, his hands caressing Zoro's muscled thighs as he said "Zoro is so handsome and cute."

Zoro blushed at the sudden words but knew better than to combat Luffy's compliments. Zoro watched with a hitched breath as Luffy spat in his hand then grasped his semi, stroking it as he watched Zoro's face. Brook hummed as he kept petting Zoro's hair then said "Our swordsman is very handsome indeed."

"Gh…" Zoro squirmed under their touches but accepted it gladly, his eyes closing as he panted softly "Luffy… Brook…"

Luffy looked over as he heard a clink, Brook reaching over and holding out a bottle of lube towards their captain. "Thanks!" He popped it open and coated his fingers then rubbed Zoro's hole as he said "Yah feelin' stressed out Zoro?" Zoro raised his eyebrows at Luffy for catching on and being so perceptive. Luffy noticed his expression and chuckled as he pushed a digit inside "Zoro only likes it slow when he's stressed out. Did somethin' happen at the castle?"

Zoro grunted as Luffy moved their finger in and out a few times before squeezing in a second "Gh… Nh… Just… They're pieces of crap… Had to spend every oth-other second telling them to shut up…" His eyes fluttered while still closed, leaning into Brook's hand scratching his head and temple wonderfully.

"I see." Brook said as his other hand slid down to caress Zoro's chest, sliding along his scar then to a nipple to tug on it. "Well, let us take care of you tonight Zoro."

"Thanks guys…" Zoro mumbled then moaned as a third finger pushed inside. "Mph…"

Luffy leaned down and kissed Zoro chest, his lips passing over Brook's before kissing upwards and pressing against his lips. Zoro reached up and wrapped his arms around Luffy's neck, groaning into the kiss as Luffy's fingers curled and rubbed upwards. Zoro gasped into his captain's mouth, clinging on as Luffy's fingers massaged his prostate. The straw hat might be aloof and silly, but he was a very giving lover and learned from Brook and Usopp how to pleasure their lovers. It took a bit of training for Luffy to get out of his "f*ck like an animal all the time" phase and to enjoy Iove making like Sanji prefered and sometimes Zoro, but when he got the hang of it the captain was a natural.

"You're so sensitive tonight Zoro. Have you missed us that badly?" Brook asked, his hands running up and down Zoro's tense and flexing arms where they latched around Luffy's neck.

"Y-Yeah… f*ck… I ca-can't wait for this sh*t to b- oh f*ck… over…" Zoro bit his lip as he held back a moan then rasped "Luffy… Luffy please…"

"I gotcha Zo~" Luffy smiled and kissed Zoro's lips sweetly before leaning back and grabbing the lube again, slicking his co*ck with it then hitching up Zoro's legs over his hips "Upsy daisy~!" Luffy rubbed against Zoro and said "Slow right?"

"If… that's okay Captain"

"You know you can call me Luffy here, right Zoro?" Luffy said warmly and pet Zoro's legs, his left hand sliding along the man's calf to tease the indent scar along the front of his ankle.

Zoro opened his eyes and smiled crookedly "I know…"

Luffy rolled his eyes with an amused look before looking down as he said "Okay I'm goin' in." He pushed his hips forwards and groaned out "So warm…"

"Ghh-" Zoro shut his eyes again as he groaned, his hands reaching up to cling to Brook's shirt "Hah…"

"Just a little bit more…" Luffy slowly pushed inside then moaned once he was fully sheathed "You feel so good Zo…"

Roronoa squirmed a little and reached a hand down, splaying it over the soft of his pelvis and pushed down with a moan "f*ck Cap… Luffy… You're so deep…"

Brook hummed then said "Shall I assist in the pace Luffy?"

Luffy smiled crookedly and said "Sure. That would be helpful actually."

"Wonderful." Brook rested a hand on Zoro's chest as he started clicking his boney fingers together, creating a slow rhythm of a beat per second. "One two, one two. That's it Luffy. Very good." Brook praised as Luffy started slowly following the offered rhythm. Luffy tended to get carried away so Brook or Usopp were usually good at making sure Luffy stayed on task, especially for slow sessions like this.

Zoro could feel the movement of Brook's hand on his chest, following the noise as he sort of floated into a pleasure filled trance. Letting go of his stress finally, Zoro made soft "Uh… Uh… Uh…" noises as he kneaded Brook's coat.

"Good boy Zoro… So very good for us…" Brook murmured lovingly, his hand sliding along Zoro's sharp jawline then running a thumb along his lower lip "Open for me my dear." Zoro obediently dropped his mouth open wider and panted softly, feeling Brook slid his cold thumb into his mouth and rubbed his wet tongue. "That's it. Very good." Brokk sighed contently as he said "You look so at peace like this darling. Just let us take care of you. Don't think about anything but us."

"Nnh…" Zoro nodded and wrapped his tongue around Brook's digit, licking the bones that tasted faintly of tea and the cakes they'd been eating earlier. It felt so good to be doted over sometimes. Most of the time he actually loved the fiery yet playful f*cks he had with Luffy or the combative ones he had with Sanji, but today he really needed this. He wanted to feel loved and his chest swelled with how much love was being poured into him by these two. Sure it would be nice to have Usopp and Sanji here too, but this was perfect for what he needed right now.

Luffy grunted and his brow furrowed a little as he followed Brook's musician steady rhythm. He leaned over Zoro's torso and kissed his lips softly then murmured "I love you Zo…"

Zoro choked then felt tears prickle in his eyes. f*ck he felt so exposed today… he bit his lip then whispered "I love you too Luff…" He reached up and ran his fingers through Luffy's hair and pulled him into another kiss, parting their lips a little and groaning as Luffy slipped their tongue into his mouth. Zoro twirled his tongue with Luffy's as the smaller male kept thrusting slow and steady. Feeling his stomach slowly tightening he reached back and touched Brook's chest, tapping his fingers against his exposed sternum plate two beats per second.

Brook chuckled and increased the tempo, Luffy noticing fairly quick and picking up the pace happily. Zoro moaned out and gripped Luffy's arm a bit harder, not really worried about hurting him since the man was rubber anyway. "Good boy Zoro… Wonderful job Luffy. Such good boys for each other."

"Thanks~! Mph…" Luffy watched Brook's tapping hand near Zoro's head for a bit before looking at his boyfriend's blushed face, the swordsman man panting and groaning with shut eyes and a scrunched brow. After a few more thrusts Luffy moaned as he suddenly stilled, climaxing inside Zoro "Uh- S-Sorry Zo! You felt so good I just-" He sputtered as he pulled out.

Zoro's lips pulled into a panting smile as he said "It's… okay Luff…" He slid a hand up Brook's arm and murmured "Brook…?"

"Gladly my dear." Brook knew what the swordsman was asking and was glad to offer his assistance. He found his gloves in the nearby drawer and slipped them on before getting between Zoro's spread legs. He slid his gloved hands along Zoro's sweaty thighs and said "You look positively radiant all spread out like this Zoro. A sight for sore eyes- If I had any! Yo ho ho~!"

Zoro chuckled then reached up and tugged on Brook's open shirt "C'mon. I'm dying over here. And don't you dare make a joke." He added quickly as Brook opened their mouth.

The skeleton musician chuckled and said "Fine~ To the main event then." He grabbed the lube Luffy dropped on the bed and moistened his gloves with it then reached down, pushing two digits into the greenette. Zoro groaned and arched a little, his eyes fluttering shut as he felt Brook start fingering him. The texture of the glove was something everyone had to get used to but now it felt wonderful. Zoro rocked his hips as Brook leaned over him and murmured "You're clenching down so eagerly my dear. Let's see you take another." He pushed in a third finger and Zoro groaned.

"Hah… f*ck…" Zoro squirmed a little as Brook kept with the slow and easy pace, his fingers curling to caress his insides with practiced ease.

"Beautiful…" Brook let out a ghostly cold breath over Zoro's skin then nipped a perked bud, Zoro arching into the feeling with a gasp "That's it… Shall I go faster my love?"

"Yeah… Just… Not too fast?" Zoro asked awkwardly.

Brook hummed and said "Of course." He slowly quickened the pace gradually but still kept to an easy rhythm. He turned his head and saw that Luffy had crawled upwards and sat down next to Zoro's head, leaning over and petting his green hair.

"Zoro looks happy." Luffy commented with a smile, scratching Zoro's scalp with his blunt nails "Does Brook feel good?"

"Yeah…" Zoro muttered then his breath hitched as Luffy slid his other hand down and groped his chest, Brook leaning back a little to give Luffy room.

The musician reached his other hand down and grabbed Zoro's co*ck, gently stroking it in time with his finger movements. Zoro let out a throaty moan and Brook cooed "Let it out my dear~ You're doing so well." He pressed upwards more and rubbed slow and hard against Zoro's sweet spot, the swordsman moaning louder and panting heavier.

"Brook… Brook… f*ck- Uh… sh*t… I-" Zoro reached a hand up to grab onto Luffy's arm as his other grabbed onto the arm f*cking him.

"Go ahead Zo~!" Luffy chirped and leaned down, kissing Zoro's mouth upside down.

Zoro's body twitched and legs spread more as he panted into Luffy's mouth before letting out a deep and long moan. His co*ck twitched in Brook's hand as he spilled cum onto his stomach, bucking into Brook's hand with eyes rolling back as his thin lover kept slowly massaging.

"Mm… Beautiful Zoro. Keep going?" Brook asked even though he knew the answer: Zoro thoroughly enjoyed his internal massages, especially after an org*sm.

"Yes… Oh f*ck yessss~ sh*t!" Zoro twitched and panted brokenly from the gentle pleasure jolting through him in waves, each wave making his mind drift further and further from the shore.

Only after a spasming dry org*sm rolled through Zoro did Brook ease up and pull his fingers out. Luffy immediately moved and cuddled next to Zoro, his head leaning down and licking up the cum decorating the man's abs. Brook chuckled at Luffy humming like he was eating a delicious meal. He pulled his gloves off and said as he stood up "Excuse me my dears." He nodded to them before exiting the room.

Zoro was still recovering but looped an arm around Luffy's waist, eyes closed as he relaxed and floated in his afterglow. Luffy happily snuggled with Zoro: next to eating and fighting, Luffy's favorite activity seemed to be cuddling, often pulling everyone into the bed at night and hugging them all with his stretchy arms and a huge grin. Zoro could feel Luffy absently mouthing at his chest but knew by now that it didn't always mean anything sexual. Sometimes Luffy would just bite them and stare with a grin or mouth at their skin with his lips and mark them with hickies. The majority of the time it wasn't sexual, just Luffy being affectionate and mildly possessive in his own way.

When Brook came back Zoro was drifting in and out of sleep, Zoro cracking his eye open to see Brook settling in on his other side. Brook reached out and carded his fingers through Luffy's hair then Zoro's "Feel better my Heart?"

"Much… Thanks guys…" Zoro muttered and turned his face to bury into Brook's chest, breathing in that subtle tea scent happily.

"Happy to help!" Luffy chirped and leaned up to kiss Zoro's chin then snuggled back into his chest, closing his eyes "Nap time!"

Zoro glanced up at Brook as his hand reached over and curled into the man's shirt "...Will you stay?"

Brook gently took Zoro's hand and pressed his teeth to it gently "Of course my dear. Anything." Zoro sighed happily then snuggled back into Brook's chest, closing his eye as Brook lowered his hand. Brook watched the two then murmured "Sleep well my Hearts… Sweet dreams…" He gently pet Zoro's head again then rested his hand on Zoro's chest, watching as both Zoro and Luffy's hand came up to hold his skeletal fingers. If he had a chest to warm it would, so instead he felt a fond tug in his soul then settled down properly, tucking a pillow under his head and continued to watch his lover's sleep.

After about half an hour Brook's body went limp as his soul slipped out, sailing out of the room and looking around on deck. He spotted Nami and floated over to her "My dear Nami."

"Huh? Oh. Hey Brook?" She raised an eyebrow at him "Cuddle time?"

Brook chuckled "Yo ho~ Indeed and I am unwilling to move at the moment." He looked around then said "I am going to check in on our beloved archeologist. Do you wish for me to tell her anything?"

"Nothing right now." Nami said with a shake of her head.

" OW! Heard your heading to the castle bro?" Franky shouted as he walked over and grinned at Brook "Tell her I miss her already~"

"Yo ho ho~ I will make sure I do Franky." Brook then floated off towards the castle, spooking some of the guards along the way. He wasn't sure where anyone was so he just started floating room to room along the ceiling so he didn't get spotted just yet. He passed into a room and paused when he heard a groaned out " Zoro… ". Brook tilted his head and looked around then saw an open bathroom door, floating over and seeing Yonji standing in front of the mirror with his shirt off. Brook held back a gasp as he saw Yonji slowly peeling off bandages and revealing more wounds that were slowly healing but the stabs wounds were barely anything compared to the horrific bruise blotches and the giant X over his chest running from shoulder to hip.

Yonji bit his lower lip and pressed against a bruise on his side, gasping softly then finding a deep gash where Zoro had stabbed him while standing over him. He dug his thumb into the wound and moaned out the swordsman's name, his other hand reaching down and pushing his pants down enough to grab his hardening member. "f*ck…" Yonji dug his thumb in harder and moaned with bucking hips "Zoro… Hurt me more… Yes~ Oh~" Yonji watched as blood oozed around his thumb then sunk it in deeper with a cry, half of his thumb being forced inside and reopening the wound "Yes~! Oh f*ck~!" He stroked himself harder as he panted with lidded eyes.

Brook couldn't believe his eyes! Not that he had eyes to conventionally see. But he was in shock at how obsessed this brother seemed to be for their swordsman lover. Did he do this to Yonji? He recalled

Zoro saying he fought the man but didn't realize he did all this. It looked like torture more than a back and forth battle. But… the green haired Vinsmoke seemed to like it? Brook had seen many masoch*sts in his day, but none like this.

Yonji slammed his fist on the counter and grit his teeth as he hunched over, blood dripping down his hips and into the fabric of his pants "f*ck! I want him again… I want it so bad…" He looked in the mirror as he whispered "He's perfect… So perfect…" He leaned back again and pulled his hand from his dripping co*ck, both of his hands sliding to his X and digging his nails into the lines with a groan "f*ck me… I wish you had f*cked me… I'd be such a good boy… I want to taste you so bad…" Yonji dug his nails in deeper, aiming to make sure the wounds stayed as long as possible. "f*ck~ So good… Feels- so good…."

Brook watched for a few more moments before forcing himself to float away into the next room. He silently wondered what all that was about. Perhaps Usopp wasn't the only crewmate being harassed by the persistent brothers. He eventually found a library and floated around, noticing Robin sitting in a plush chair with a large book in her lap.

Her fingers turned the page then said in a warm voice "Looking for something Brook?"

"Yo ho~ For you my dear." Brook floated down in front of Robin and tilted his head to the right "Franky sends his regards. He says he misses you already."

Robin chuckled and looked up from her book as she said "I see. Thank you Brook." She smiled then looked back at her book.

Brook looked around and floated about the library as he said "Quite the expansive collection."

"Indeed. And many I have never read before. Though I am told they have several books in their collection that I am not allowed to read due to confidentiality." Robin raised her eyes as she shifted her book slightly, exposing it was two books open with a smaller one on top "Not that anything like that has stopped me before."

"Yo ho?" Brook floated back over and peeked over her shoulder "What is this then?"

"Formulas and notes from Germa 66's labs. How they created their raid suits and the chemical components that they used to alter the quadruplets in the womb."

"Facinating!" Brook gasped and looked over the page she was on. To his dismay: he understood none of it. It was just scientific scribble of numbers, letters, symbols and crooked scrawled handwriting with notes. Robin turned a page and Brook noticed it was a page numbered 1 in quotes "Vinsmoke Ichiji. Brook leaned in more as he read over the page, able to understand it now as the doctors noting the redhead's development through the ages from fetal to adult. "Is there a page for Sanji?"

"Quite possible." Robin flicked over a page, going past the number 2 "Vinsmoke Niji" page and finding number 3 with Sanji's name. There wasn't much information on Sanji, not surprising since he left the family at such a young age. The difference between young Ichiji and Sanji was… substantial to say the least. According to the notes, Sanji was comparable to a normal child while the brothers excelled and were super humans from the start. Brook sighed and said "I'm still surprised after all this, he wanted to come back."

"I agree. It is peculiar, but it was his decision in the end." Robin turned the page to glance over Yonji's notes before turning the page again.

Trusting Robin to tell us any useful information, Brook backed away and said "Do you know which room Usopp and Sanji are in?"

"I believe three rooms down on the right when you enter the west wing."

"Thank you Robin." Brook nodded then floated through the wall and down the hallway. Following her instructions he found the door and floated into, pausing for a moment before saying "Ah. Pardon me my Hearts. Yo ho ho~!"

"Brook!" Sanji squeaked and tore away from Usopp, blushing furiously and pulling the sheets to his chest in embarrassment.

Usopp laughed and sat up, smiling at Brook and saying "Hey! What are you doing all the way over here?" Brook had wandered in on them heavily making out, Usopp fully naked and hard while Brook had seen a flash of dark purple panties before they got covered up.

"I was seeing how Miss Robin was settling in and to visit you two. I didn't mean to interrupt and get such an eyeful! Though I do not have eyes! YO HO HO HO~ !"

Sanji groaned and rubbed his face as Usopp laughed again and said "We're fine. Just relaxing a bit. How's Zoro? Bet he was glad to get away for a bit."

"Our beloved swordsman is doing just fine. He's sleeping with Luffy and myself." He floated closer and looked at the blonde cook. "My dear. May I see your panties?"

Sanji blushed harder then bit his Iip before pushing away the blanket, exposing himself to the soul spirit of Brook. The green vapor's jaw dropped before he said in a loving voice "You look exquisite my love." They greedily took in the state his beloved was in, looking over Sanji's blushed body and the prominent bulge in dark purple silk panties with small black bows along the hips. Sanji's pale skin also still had light pink markings from the shibari Usopp had put on him earlier, said rope coiled and sitting on the bedside table.

Sanji squirmed and said softly "Thanks Brook…"

"Don't be shy. You look beautiful." Usopp said with a smile and leaned over, kissing Sanji's cheek as he cupped his bulge.

Sanji whimpered and spread his legs more, his eyes flickering to the way Brook was just… watching them. "Brook…"

"Yes my love?" Brook cooed and floated a bit closer "Look at you… Positively alluring."

"He is." Usopp agreed and stroked the shape of Sanji's co*ck inside his straining panties.

"Nnh~ Usopp…" Sanji moaned and leaned his head back, Usopp kissing as his neck as he pushed the panties down enough to let his co*ck out. He grasped Sanji's exposed member and slowly stroked the shaft as he sucked a hickey on Sanji's neck "Ah~"

Brook watched quietly while enjoying the show Usopp was giving him. Sanji really did look marvelous in those panties, especially with how they were now and pushed down a little. Such a tasty treat for the eyes! And soul! "Beautiful my dear Sanji. Such a good girl for Usopp." Brook praised then floated closer and cooed "I'm leaving, but keep being a good little princess for our beloved sniper. Alright Sanji? Will you be his well behaved wife?"

Sanji whimpered at Brook's words and squirmed under Usopp's touch "I- Uh- f*ck…"

"He definitely is well behaved~" Usopp said and gave Sanji's co*ck a little squeeze on the upstroke, the blonde moaning loudly and arching. "And Ima make sure my beautiful wife gets all the love they need. Isn't that right?" Sanji just nodded eagerly and shut his eyes. Usopp chuckled and leaned down as he whispered "We can pretend this is our honeymoon… And we need to consummate this marriage by making sure you get knocked up like a good wife. Right Sanji?"

"Oh f*ck…" Sanji exhaled shakily, his co*ck leaking precum as he moaned. Usopp was playing dirty now. He knew how talk of knocking him up made him feel. Sure it wasn't at all possible, but that didn't stop Sanji's breeding kink and begging for Usopp -or Zoro and Luffy- to breed him with their seed and have their babies. "Usopp~"

Usopp glanced over to see Brook fading away into a wall to give them privacy and he went back to paying attention to his needy lover. He kissed Sanji's temple then murmured as he slid a hand down and rubbing against Sanji's perineum "I can't wait to f*ck your tight puss*, Sanji… Fill it up so good you'll get pregnant… Doesn't that sound nice?"

Sanji moaned with a whine and spread his legs more, gasping for air as his co*ck throbbed. Brook and Usopp were deadly when it came to vocal stimulations. It didn't help that out of the five of them, Sanji was the most susceptible to verbal kinks and getting extremely extremely turned on by them. The breeding and praise kinks went so hard for Sanji sometimes that he had actually debated on hunting down Ivakov to ask him to make him intersex so he could -for real- mother Usopp, Zoro and Luffy's children. But he wasn't sure… The sea was too unpredictable and their lives too dangerous to do such a silly thing.

For now, Usopp's honeyed words of breeding him while starting to finger him open satisfied Sanji's fantasy enough. The cook shaking under Usopp's touch and delicious words was all he could ask for as a distraction from the Hell he used to call home.

Chapter 8: Get it over with

Chapter Text

Waking up in the arms of his lovers was much more preferable than waking up alone in the cold castle, Zoro decided. He woke up to the smell of Sanji's cooking wafting into the room, the cook having headed over earlier to make them breakfast he assumed. He grunted as he shifted and looked down to see Luffy still sprawled on top of him, a bit of drool pooling against his abs were Luffy's cheek was.

"Meeeeeat…" Luffy mumbled and slowly shifted like a zombie, lifting himself up then flopping over the bedside and crawling towards the door. He bumped his head into the closed door then moaned out again "Meeeeat…"

"Open the door Luffy." Brook called out fondly and the captain grumbled a reply, stretching a hand up to open the door then continued crawling out the door. "Yo ho ho~ He definitely isn't a morning person is he?"

"Better than me…" Zoro grumbled and slowly sat up, leaning against Brook who was sitting up already and reading a book. He glanced down at the book then said "Do anything last night?"

"Just check on Robin to see how she was doing. She was perfectly fine in their library."

"Mm."

Brook marked his page then closed the book and reached up, rubbing Zoro's head as he said "Sleep well my dear?"

"Yeah. Thanks." Zoro yawned and stretched then leaned up, kissing Brook's jaw before getting out of bed and got changed.

Brook watched his green haired lover then thought back to the other green haired man he saw last night. Having the nighttime to himself to think about what he saw, he could only assume that Yonji had an unhealthy obsession and infatuation with Zoro, the Vinsmoke sibling possibly confusing pain and fighting with pleasure and love. It was still confusing but he was definitely going to keep and eye and ear out.

Though he did not have those!

Zoro finished getting dressed and headed into the kitchen, Brook close behind. He didn't see the other siblings so he gladly went up behind Sanji where the cook was standing at the stove. He put his arms around Sanji's waist and kissed his neck "Mornin' Love Cook…" He muttered, his voice still rough from waking up.

Sanji smiled around his cigarette and said "Good morning mon chou."

Zoro huffed at the pet name and grumbled "Stop calling me a cabbage."

"Alright. Ma mousse~" Sanji said playfully and flipped over the bacon before slapping at a stretchy hand inching towards the bacon pile to his right.

"What's that one mean?" Zoro asked skeptically. "Didja just call me a mouse?"

Sanji snickered and said "It means 'my moss'."

Zoro huffed and said "Not that one either Curly."

"Mmm…" Sanji just hummed as Zoro put his chin on Sanji's shoulder, watching the man cook for a bit.

After a minute Zoro gave him a kiss then walked over to see Usopp leaning against Luffy, the sniper yawning and leaning his head on Luffy's shoulder sleepily. "Didn't sleep well last night?"

Usopp peeked at Zoro then chuckled "Ah… Kind of?"

Sanji rolled his eyes with a small blush. It was partly his fault that they kept going like rabbits for almost three hours, Sanji's breeding kink going into overdrive last night. Not that Usopp's obscene words helped their situation, the man making lewd promises that just kept working Sanji up. Sanji kind of felt bad for whoever was in charge of laundry…

Zoro rolled his eyes then sat down next to Usopp and pulled him into a kiss. He leaned on the table with a yawn then hummed "Mm… Guess we were all distracted last night."

"Oh?" Sanji looked over with quirked brow.

"Yo ho ho~ Indeed!" Brook laughed and sat down next to Luffy, ruffling his hair as he said "I can attest that everyone was getting some action last night~"

Usopp snickered "Heh~ Man, the first night back with everyone away from that castle is gonna be wild!"

"As long as Nami-swan and Robin-chwan don't have to hear anything." Sanji said stiffly with a sniff of dramatized distaste "I'd rather not have more money put into our 'lewd activity' jar."

Zoro laughed at that as Luffy and Usopp snickered. There was a money jar Nami set up a few weeks into Luffy, Zoro, Sanji and Usopp having an official relationship, said jar getting money pulled from their pockets whenever Nami or anyone else from their crew are subjected to hearing their… passionate sessions. These days they're a bit more discreet about being quiet unless in a hotel room. Every so often they can pool money together and bribe Nami by letting her know ahead of time they'll be loud.

"Fair enough my dear." Brook pipped up then looked over as the kitchen door opened, a sleepy Chopper walking in as he rubbed his eyes.

Chopper yawned then smiled sleepily as he said "Good morning…" He crawled onto a chair then flopped face first into the table with a mouthy snore.

"Shishishi~" Luffy poked Chopper who didn't move, a small snot bubble crawling out from his blue nose. "Was he up late last night?

"I believe I saw him writing quite feverishly in a notebook on my way back to the ship last night." Brook commented.

"Notebook…?" Sanji murmured then realized Chopper was crunching to finish the private project he asked the reindeer about. He was definitely going to give Chopper extra sweets and fruit today.

"Mornin guys!" Franky exclaimed as he walked into the kitchen and sat down at the end of the table "Did my super sexy baby come with you guys?"

"No. I think she's still at the castle." Usopp said "You should've seen her at breakfast. Judge had come in trying to sh*t talk Sanji and Zoro and she just…"

Sanji pulled his cigarette from his lips and said "Hey Franky. Remember how she got you on the ship?"

Every male awake slowly crossed their legs, Brook just blinking with a tilt of his head and a confused "Yo ho?" Usopp leaned up and whispered to Brook, the skeleton gasping and touching his teeth with his hand "Oh my…"

Franky just laughed and said with a grin "Love at first grab! YOW!"

Sanji laughed and said "But yeah. She did that but more of a… punch. I don't think I've ever seen my- seen Judge make that face before. Or heard my brothers laugh like th- ah… never mind." Sanji stuck his cigarette back into his mouth and sucked in as he remembered how cruelly they laughed while beating the ever living sh*t out of him.

"And she's still there?" Franky asked, then had this lovesick expression as he swooned "What a woman~!"

Jinbe entered the kitchen with Nami right behind, the two sitting as Jinbe said "Nami informs me that there is a large storm heading this way today. I can confirm that with my own observations as well."

"We'll be at the castle by then right?" Luffy asked as he nibbled on some bacon Sanji finally let him have.

"I'll make sure everything is good and tied down before we leave." Franky said with a nod.

"I can stay behind and keep an eye on the ship as usual." Jinbe offered with a smile "I'd rather one of us stay behind to make sure the storm does not sweep the Sunny away."

"Great!" Luffy exclaimed then drooled as Sanji started putting down plates of food on the table, the cook also handing out everyone's prefered morning beverage: coffee, tea, fruit juice and coffee with a shot of booze.

"You just don't want to deal with my family drama." Sanji said with a playful wink at the fishman.

Jinbe let out a laugh and said "Perhaps! But my intentions are pure, I assure you. Though meeting your family does not seem desirable."

"Not really." Sanji agreed and sat down next to Zoro and Chopper, making the reindeer a plate with plentiful fruits, cinnamon nutmeg toast and pancakes.

The reindeer's nose twitched at the smell of food and he opened his eyes a little as he sat up. "Yummy…"

Sanji chuckled and scratched Chopper's shoulder fondly before digging into the food. It had taken a long time for everyone to convince him to actually join them for meals and not just snack in his own time, the crew agreeing unanimously to take turns helping Sanji with the dishes after each meal.

After breakfast concluded and everyone went their ways about the ship, Chopper surprisingly offered to help clean up. The reindeer bopped around collecting dishes and bringing them to the sink for Sanji, then got onto a stool to start drying them and setting them aside. Chopper hummed a little then said "I was working up a regimen last night." They smiled up at Sanji as they took a plate and dried it off "It's more plausible than I realized now that it's on paper. I also got scared by a note Robin wrote on my papers!" He giggled and said with a shake of his head "At first I wasn't sure what it was, but then I saw it was the chemical compound used to modify you four in the womb."

Sanji froze up mid pass of a cup then stared at Chopper in shock "Wait. She- How did she…?"

Chopper tilted his head and said gleefully "She's really good at stealth remember? I asked Usopp to ask her to find any information that could be useful while she was there for the betterment of their treatment! It's not done yet, but it's close." He then sighed as he put a cup down and said "But the hardest part is going to be trying to convince them they need the help. I saw how they acted yesterday on the ship and I see what you mean. It's not natural. In a textbook setting, their reactions to things would be concerned psychopathic. Practiced facial expressions with sudden changes, neutral tones, indifference to others and their feelings, not regulating their emotions healthily… It's all there."

"Yeah… Sounds like them." He scowled and handed another mug over to Chopper "Maybe tomorrow we can bring this up to Reiju first and show her. She's more reasonable. And with her backing us, it'll be easier to talk to the others, starting with Niji then Ichiji. Yonji is… more unpredictable than the others. Volatile nowadays it seems since he picked a dumb fight with Zoro and lost horribly." He suddenly smiled darkly and said "I'd love to see the look on that old bastard's face when he realizes he lost his pawns."

Chopper didn't like the expression Sanji wore so he looked away and slowly dried off the mug he got handed. He didn't continue the conversation, only giving Sanji a small wave before heading back into the infirmary until he was called for dinner.

Sanji finished cleaning up his kitchen only to be stopped by Zoro who walked into the kitchen. "Curly."

"Hn?" Sanji blinked at Zoro then said "What is it?"

Zoro stared at Sanji's eyebrows, thinking back to staring at Ichiji's eyebrows and comparing the two men silently on the helm. He inhaled then exhaled and said "Another reason I was relieved to get away last night was… Your brothers are obsessed with me. Ichiji and Yonji."

"Wait- Yonji?? And Ichiji?" Sanji gaped at Zoro in shock "I thought Yonji was obsessed with Usopp!"

Zoro shrugged and said "After our fight where I kicked his ass, I noticed he started being really… clingy. Begging me for more pain. Saying something about the brothers' loving strength and how very few people could actually hurt them like I did."

Sanji exhaled heavily and crossed his arms "That… makes sense actually. And since they don't know we're together…" he sighed heavily.

"...There's more." Zoro clenched his fists then said "Yesterday when the brothers were here, Ichiji confessed to me on the helm that he liked me." Seeing Sanji's eyes widen he quickly said "But I turned him down of course. Said he wasn't my type, especially not with his sh*tty personality. He took it surprisingly well and agreed to keep things casual."

"...Well sh*t." Sanji pulled a cigarette out and lit it then said "What about Yonji?"

Zoro shrugged and crossed his arms "After the fight and him following me around I confronted him about it. He said he never met someone like me and wanted to feel more. Told him to f*ck off and to never touch me."

Sanji sucked on his cigarette then exhaled with a shake of his head "f*ck… I see why you've been looking so stressed out. Between having to deal with them verbally attacking me and hitting on Usopp… f*ck babe, why didn't you say anything?" Sanji approached Zoro with his cigarette between his fingers, reaching his other hand out to caress his jaw and run his fingers through those golden earrings "I would've told them off or gotten Reiju to help."

Zoro leaned into the touch, reaching his own hand up to cup Sanji's hand and lean into his palm "I didn't want to worry you more. You have enough to stress about just being here."

Sanji huffed then lightly pulled on Zoro's ear "Self-sacrificing idiot…" He leaned in and pressed himself against Zoro's chest as he kissed his lover. Zoro settled a hand on Sanji's waist then looked into his blue eye as they parted. "You're a stubborn moron, but I love you."

Zoro smiled and bumped his forehead against Sanji with a chuckle. "You're a sh*t cook, but I love you too."

"sh*t cook huh?" Sanji leaned back and flicked Zoro's nose as he said with an upturned nose "Hm. See if I make you any breakfast tomorrow then. Asshole. Since my cooking is so bad apparently."

Zoro actually whined dramatically and hugged Sanji, hanging off of him as he grumbled "Waaaaait… C'mon baby don't do that!"

Sanji smirked and smoked his cigarette as he refused to hug Zoro back. "Maybe no sex or kisses either since you don't seem to appreciate me."

That actually made Zoro freeze up in panic and he leaned back, his hands flying up to cup Sanji's surprised face as he said with actual panic in his voice, "Please don't!

"Hey hey… I was joking." Sanji murmured as he gently took one of Zoro's wrists and turned his head to kiss his hand. "Relax Zoro." He frowned and crushed his cigarette before tossing it into a bin and leading Zoro over to the dining table "Darling? What's wrong?" He sat down and made Zoro sit down next to him.

Zoro stared down at their conjoined hands, his eye lidded as his thumb rubbed Sanji's smooth skin. He was quiet then said "I've just… been having a lot of anxiety lately I think."

Sanji was surprised to hear Zoro actually confessing to weakness like that. It must be bad this time. "Oh Zo… You don't have to go back to the castle if you don't want to tonight."

"No. I'm going." Zoro held Sanji's hands a bit tighter and said "I'm sorry Curly… I just- I've been feeling like I don't deserve you guys. That I'm not worthy…" he suddenly chuckled and said "Heh… Is this what you feel like sometimes?"

"We all feel like that, Zoro." Sanji said as he rubbed Zoro's palms with his fingers "Brook, Usopp, myself… The only one that probably doesn't is Luffy but that's not surprising." He smiled and leaned his head down a little to catch Zoro's eye "Hey… Look at me big guy." Zoro raised his head hesitantly "There's my big strong swordsman~"

"Ugh." Zoro groaned and rolled his eye "You're ridiculous."

"And you're dramatic." Sanji leaned in and kissed his lips sweetly before saying "You're loved. You're cared for. Now stop letting your brain worry you over nothing."

Zoro knew he couldn't but he just nodded and said "Alright. Fine…" He stood back up and said "I'm going to check on Robin."

"You sure?" Sanji stood up as well and raised a brow. "You might- no- you'll get lost."

"Nah." Zoro waved a hand and settled his arm on his swords. "There's enough guards to ask around if I do."

"Fine…" Sanji huffed and said "Tell her I said hello."

"Gotcha." Zoro waved a little before heading towards the railing and jumping off. He walked towards the castle with a glare before heading inside. He glanced around then focused his Haki, roaming around then pinpointing a specific one. At least he found the right direction. After a bit of wandering and catching a few guards for directions, he finally stood in front of a door and swallowed before just walking inside.

Uncovered blue eyes glanced up at Zoro as he walked inside, a smile curving onto his lips as he said "Ah. Zoro. Welcome." Ichiji closed the book he'd been reading and set it aside as he said "What can I do for you?"

Zoro scowled and locked the door as he said "You know why. I'd rather do it before my crew gets here and I'm too mentally exhausted dealing with your family."

Ichiji's eyes glistened with interest as he said "I see… Well, what would you like to do this time?"

Zoro paused as he stared at Ichiji awkwardly "...What?"

Ichiji stood up and approached Zoro as he said "You can choose today if you want. Unless…" his hand reached out and caressed his arm resting across his sword handles "You'd rather I choose?"

Zoro glanced down at his hand then back up as he said with a low growl "Just choose something already."

Ichiji wet his lips then said "Come with me." He turned and walked away from Zoro then stood in front of the bed and turned around, unbuttoning his top as he said "Undress. You may leave your swords and clothes on the table over there." Zoro hesitated before taking off his swords and undressing, he then stood in front of Ichiji again, the redhead already naked and half hard. Ichiji smirked then sat down on the edge of the bed, spreading his legs as he said "Kneel. I want you to pleasure me with your mouth today."

Zoro swallowed before kneeling down between Ichiji's thighs, glaring up at the man before looking down. Damn. This thing was inside him? He never had size insecurities, Zoro quite confident in his equipment and it pleased his lovers very well, but this? It just looked overwhelming. No wonder Ichiji always said that his past partners broke during sex. He clenched his hands into fists then moved his head forwards, opening his mouth and licking the head once, twice, then curled his lips around it and sucked.

Ichiji watched as Zoro so hesitantly tried to give him head. "Is this your first time?" He asked curiously.

Zoro pulled off with an annoyed look "No. Now shut up. Do you want me to do this or not?"

Ichiji chuckled and said "Yes I do, go ahead Zoro."

Zoro scowled then decided to move things along, opening his mouth again and started at the head but moved inwards. He pulled most of Ichiji into his mouth and sucked then pulled back to the head before moving in again. Zoro closed his eyes as he willed himself to zone out, imagining it was Sanji instead or something he was giving head to. It helped a little and he started using his tongue to swirl and lick along the head and shaft as he sucked and moved his head back and forth.

Ichiji silently panted as he watched Zoro, entranced by the way the man's lips looked around his co*ck. He looked beautiful. Erotic. Did Sanji get to see this view? Perhaps. After a few minutes he pushed Zoro off and said "I want something else."

Zoro wiped his mouth with his hand, glaring at Ichiji as he said "What is it?"

Ichiji smirked and scooted back on the bed more as he said "I want you to f*ck me."

Zork blinked then stood up with a confused expression "Seriously?"

"Yes. Problem?" Ichiji stroked his co*ck slowly as he looked down at Zoro's pelvis "You don't seem to be upset by the idea."

"Eh?" Zoro looked down and flushed when he saw his zoned out day dream of giving Sanji head made him hard. Damn him and his oral fixation… Zoro huffed then said "Fine. Lube and condoms?"

"Here." Ichiji tossed a bottle and condom to Zoro as the man got into the bed "Don't bother stretching me out." He spread his legs and smiled lustfully "I like the pain. Not as much as Yonji, but enough."

"You guys are insane…" Zoro muttered under his breath. He opened the bottle then said "If we're doing this then turn around on your knees and chest."

"Mmm… Fair enough." Ichiji flipped over and arched his back as he stretched his arms out a little in front of him, his shoulders mainly on the bed and his head turned to the left as he said "Is this good for you?"

"Yeah." Zoro put the rubber on then slicked his co*ck, pouring some lube on Ichiji's hole for good measure. He positioned himself and grabbed the man's hips, hesitating before just pushing forwards with a groan "f*ck… You're tight…"

"Mmm~ Yesss…" Ichiji moaned as he was stretched open, his eyes fluttering closed as his fingers curled into the sheets. Ever since he saw Zoro's dominant side expressed towards Yonji, he's been craving to see how well the man f*cked. Zoro shoved in the rest of the way with a Ioud groan, Ichiji moaning and grinning at the stretch. "Mph… Yes… Now f*ck me hard swordsman~"

Zoro growled and dug his blunt nails into Ichiji's hips as he pulled back then thrusted forwards again. As Ichiji started moaning underneath him, he wondered if this one was more like Yonji than he admitted. He dug his nails in more, his hands flexing as he eventually tore through skin.

Ichiji let out a throaty moan with his eyes rolling a little "f*ck~!"

"I think you like pain more than you're letting on, Ichiji." He actually smirked a little as he started f*cking harder and growled "Are all Vinsmoke's just whor*s as soon as they get their hands on someone who can tame them? Yonji was almost too easy…"

"Mph…" Ichiji's fingers kneaded the sheets as he spread his legs more and pushed back against Zoro's skin slapping thrusts "Hah… More…"

"Answer me slu*t." Zoro spat, pulling out the dominant side he used on Yonji as he pulled a hand back and slapped Ichiji's ass.

"Ah! f*ck…" Ichiji tightened up at the slap and moaned before saying "Uh… It's… Just so rare… To get to uh… feel like this…" Ichiji pressed his forehead to the bed as he gasped at another slap to his ass "f*ck~ Again…"

Zoro scoffed then raised his hand, haki coating it before he brought it down with a loud slap noise. Ichiji screamed out with his tongue sticking from his mouth, eyes rolling as a hand shaped welt finally appeared on his nearly indestructible skin. "Such a whor*…"

Ichiji just moaned in reply, his co*ck dripping precum onto the sheets below as it shook with each thrust. It had been ages since he felt pleasure like this or anything nearm he bottomed only twice in his life, the first had been disappointing but after he figured out what he liked, the next time went a bit better. But this? This outshone all of his previous expeditions, second best to his first night with the strawhat pirate's swordsman. Feeling his prostate being ground against so perfectly and the way Zoro's nails clawed at his skin, Ichiji was in Heaven. Or was it Hell? Either way, he could barely think. This is what he's been craving all these years! To be completely taken over, lose control and let someone worthy destroy him from the inside out.

Zoro dug his nails into Ichiji's waist then dragged them down towards his thighs, four long red lines blooming onto the man's skin. He kind of hated that he was getting pleasure from this deranged deal, but at this point he just zoned himself out and held on, f*cking with abandon and grunting.

Ichiji reached beIow him and took himself in hand, stroking him co*ck as he moaned and gasped. He kind of zoned out himself when he suddenly felt Zoro lean over him and curl a strong arm around his neck, squeezing him into a choke hold. "Gh~" Ichiji's eyes rolled as his airway was cut off, his arm going limp as he let Zoro f*ck him and choke him out. It was delicious. Addicting. It felt amazing feeling Zoro's flexed bicep and forearm constrict his airway completely while pounding away at his hole.

It felt like being used.

He was being used as a f*ck hole for Zoro.

"Gghgnh~!" Ichiji gurgled with his lips parting slightly, noise escaping but no air coming into his lungs. Zoro's panting low voice was in his ear and he soaked the noise in like a sponge even as his vision started crawling with black and white noise static slowly built in his ears and brain from the oxygen deprivation. Eventually the pleasure and pain built high enough and Ichiji tightened up and arched hard as his mouth dropped open more. His eyes rolled back into his head while his tongue poked out, his co*ck throbbing as he cIimaxed and spilled spurt after spurt of cum onto the bed. He was glad to feel that Zoro didn't stop, drool escaping his lips as he shook and took what the swordsman gave him.

Ichiji felt so good as the darkness crept in more, feeling Zoro's co*ck repeatedly violate his sensitive insides until he silently cried out again, his semi-hard co*ck drooling more cum. Eventually Zoro stilled and groaned deeply, his hips bucking as he came. Slowly Zoro pulled out then went to take the condom off, staring down at the rubber in his hand. "...sh*t." He went to look at Ichiji but saw that the man was out cold after letting go, the sudden ability to breath again knocking the wind out of Ichiji and making him black out. Zoro looked down again and cringed at the busted end of the condom then looked up at the cum slowly dripping from Ichiji's loose and twitching hole. Zoro sighed and gently pushed Ichiji to lay on his side, away from the cum soaked sheets below. He got off the bed and went into the bathroom, cleaning up and tossing the broken condom before getting dressed in the bedroom.

Zoro glanced over at Ichiji's naked form, looking over his face and was surpised to see how similar he looked to Sanji when he slept. The redhead looked almost human, normal, when they were blissfully f*cked out and sleeping. Zoro shook his head then adjusted his swords before exiting the room and started looking for the library.

This endeavor led Zoro to wandering the castle for almost twenty minutes with a frustrated expression and gritted teeth.

Chapter 9: Surprise

Chapter Text

"Welcome to Germa's castle." Reiju said with a smile as the strawhat crew approached the front open doors "I'm glad to see you all again." She stepped to the side and smiled brightly, falling into step beside Sanji and Usopp, the rest of the crew following close behind with Luffy immediately to Reiju's side.

"Is there gonna be meat?" Luffy asked with a slight drool and large grin.

Reiju giggled and said "Yes. Plenty for you, Luffy. I made sure the cooks made extra just for you per Sanji's instructions."

"Great!" Luffy cheered and bounced excitedly.

"Is… he going to be there?" Sanji asked hesitantly.

Reijusmiled softly with pity in her eyes and said "Yes."

Sanji sighed and said "Alright. You guys! Remember what I told you."

"No fighting. No killing." Franky held up two fingers with a smirk and said "How about psychological warfare?"

Sanji laughed and said "Go for it. Could be fun." Usopp rolled his eyes then adjusted his tie as they walked. When they got to the dining room doors, they saw Zoro leaning against the wall with Robin. "Robin-chwan~!" Sanji gushed and ran over, wiggling happily as he said "How was your night my dear? I hope my brothers didn't cause you any grief."

Robin smiled warmly and said "No they didn't." She looked to see Franky and purred "Franky darling~"

"Baby girl~" Franky approached Robin and knelt down on one knee, leaning over to kiss his lover fondly before standing up again "Dreamt of you last night." He said with a sly smirk.

Robin hummed and took his hand as he said "Scandalous dreams I hope?"

"You know it doll~ Enough to make a marine blush!" Franky laughed then noticed a flash of blue, "Yo! Niji-bro!"

Niji looked up from where he'd been staring at the floor as he walked then relaxed when he saw Franky. "Oh. Hello Franky." He saw the rest of the crew then glanced at Usopp before going to the double doors, snapping his fingers. The two soldiers guarding there opened the doors for them and Niji walked inside first.

The crew walked inside the dining room and everyone took a seat, Chopper getting a plush cushion to sit on so he could be at level with the table better. Soon enough Ichiji entered the room, Zoro noticing that his neck was oddly fine: after their session he noticed he made a dark bruise on the man's neck from the amount of pressure it took to make Ichiji go unconscious. "Good evening everyone." Ichiji nodded to the crew then sat down, raising a glass and a servant immediately filled it.

Niji looked around then looked at Ichiji with a raised curly brow "Where's Yonji?"

Ichiji spared a glance at his brother over his glass then lowered his cup and said "He'll be along."

Niji rolled his eyes then looked at Robin as he said "Was our room and library to your liking, Nico Robin?"

"They were. Thank you." Robin nodded then said "Your library collection is quite impressive. I already gave Reiju a list of the books I am requesting to keep for myself."

"I see." Niji nodded, seeming to have the same mindset as Reiju about giving Robin any book she desired to have. The door opened again and Yonji came walking into the room, the man wearing dark circles under his eyes. He walked over to the chair next to Niji and the blue haired brother blinked at him from behind tinted glasses "Yonji? You look like sh*t."

"Huh?" Yonji had spaced out for a moment then huffed and said "I'm fine." He slammed his fist on the table and spat "Get me a damn drink already!" A servant rushed over and shakily poured an amber beverage into Yonji's cup. The greenette scowled deeply then grabbed the bottle from her hands, pouring more into his cup before gulping down his drink.

"Fine huh?" Niji muttered.

Ichiji quietly observed Yonji then noticed the strawhat's tiny doctor looking Yonji over, examining him from afar. Feeling like being a bastard, Ichiji cooly said to Yonji "Yonji, you really do look quite terrible. Have you visited the doctor in the lab?"

"Shut up! I'm fine!" Yonji hissed and put the bottle to his lips, gulping that down as well.

Zoro watched the brothers for a bit before glancing around to observe his crewmates. Usopp, Sanji and Franky looked uncomfortable while Nami, Robin and Chopper were watching with interest. Brook was fiddling with his fork then looking around at the decor.

Ichiji chuckled at his moping brother and took a sip of his drink then said "Very well." He looked at Zoro out of the corner of his eye, resisting the urge to shift in his chair. His lower back and ass ached wonderfully and when the redhead had woken up to the feeling of being full, he found a toy and masterb*ted with it with gusto while remembering how delicious it had been to have Zoro f*ck him. He'd have to do it again for sure.

As food began to be brought out, Judge finally entered the room and sat down at the head of the table. He glared over the pirate crew then spotted Luffy who was drooling over the sight of the food being laid out. "Straw Hat Captain, Monkey D. Luffy."

"Huh?" Luffy looked up then grinned "Yeah that's me!"

"Hn." Judge was obviously sizing the captain up with his piercing eyes as the small man started piling food onto his plate. "I do not understand why you are so persistent on having such a weak man on your crew. He is too kind hearted for the New World." He glanced over at his other sons as he said "Ichiji or Niji would be more suited to your needs than the ru-"

"Can they cook?" Luffy interrupted with a straight face, staring at Judge.

"...Excuse you?" Judge said as he slowly clenched his fists.

"Can they cook?" Luffy repeated then looked over at Ichiji and Niji as he said "Sanji is our cook. Can you two cook?"

"Tsh. Why would I need to cook when I can fight?" Niji said shortly.

"Then I don't wan'cha." Luffy stuffed some food in his mouth then said after he swallowed "Sanji makes awesome meals and he's nice but can also kick ass." He grinned at Sanji who looked like he wanted to tear up, the blonde clutching Usopp's hand tightly with a warm smile. Luffy looked back at Judge who looked like he wanted to strangle Luffy.

"He's too nice for a pirate or for a Germa

Soldier! What could this failure possibly offer you in return?!" He stood up and snarled "He's a useless failed experiment! His skin is soft and bleeds when he is struck!" His eyes narrowed as he continued, "Despite his royal status he is content to work as a lowly chef for a pirate crew! His heart is easily swayed and he sacrifices himself for the weak even if he destroys himself in the process!"

Sanji had a dark look on his face as he stared down at the food on his plate, suddenly finding it unappetizing and his stomach flipping. He barely felt comfort in the way Usopp held his hand or how Brook has put his hand on his thigh under the table in support.

"What worth do you find in him?!" Judge finished with a snarl and bared teeth, staring Luffy down.

Luffy just blinked as he chewed his mouthful of food then swallowed and looked at Sanji "Hey Sanji? Why is your dad randomly yelling out all the good things about you?"

The whole table went quiet before Brook suddenly let out a laugh and slapped the table "Yo ho ho! Those were quite lovely qualities! It's why we all love him so dearly!"

Sanji felt his mouth drop as he realized what happened, all of his crew suddenly nodding along with Brook. Zoro smirked and looked at a stunned Judge as he said "You might see those things as flaws. But to us, that's why we like him as a crewmate."

"And it's why I love him." Usopp declared proudly then kissed the back of Sanji's hand.

"Guys…" Sanji whispered as he put a hand to his mouth in shock.

"Tsh…" Judge sat back down as he said icily "You want to keep the failure, huh? He fits in well with your… kind."

"Kind?" Sanji growled suddenly "And what do you mean by that…"

Judge smirked, seeing he got under Sanji's skin again "I mean amongst weaklings like yourself. Failures and outcasts. You fit in well."

Sanji went to stand but Brook and Usopp held him down. Luffy munched on his food then said thoughtfully "Outcasts? Huh. Yeah I guess we are!" He laughed and grinned as he held up his fingers one by one "I'm a rubber man, Zoro uses three swords, Usopp is a sniper that uses a slingshot, Nami is a thief that steals from other pirates, our doctor is a reindeer that talks, Robin used to work for a warlord, Brook is a skeleton musician, then there's Jinbe who's a fishman and a ex warlord!" Luffy laughed again as he said happily "And I wouldn't trade 'em for the world! I know every single one of 'em has my back!"

"Luffy…" Sanji's lip trembled and he wanted nothing more than to rush over and kiss his lover breathless.

" Hahaha !" Niji laughed as he slapped the table then grinned at their father crookedly "I don't think they're giving Sanji up any time soon Father. They seem quite adamant about him staying with them."

Judge grit his teeth then stood up again, pushing his chair back as he spat "This isn't over yet Straw Hat!" With a flourish of his cape he exited the dining room.

Ichiji couldn't help his smirk and looked at Luffy "Quite well spoken. I've never seen him like that."

Luffy just laughed and kept eating as Yonji looked between the vacant chair and Luffy with a surprised expression. Sanji inhaled then exhaled before smiling at his crew "Thank you. All of you. Especially you Luffy. I… I appreciate it."

"It's what we do." Robin said with a sweet smile "Besides, if he kept saying rude things about you, Sanji, I may have to kill him."

Reiju sighed and lifted a cup to her lips as she watched the group now argue over who would kill or punch Judge first in Sanji's honor. It brought a small smile to her lips to see how flustered Sanji got and tried to convince his crew that murdering the man was not a particularly good thing to do. She noticed he didn't try to not convince them to not hit him though.

Yonji finally noticed Chopper not so subtly staring at him and snapped "What are you lookin' at yah raccoon? You wanna fight me or somethin'?"

Chopper squeaked and shook their head before yelling "I'm not a raccoon, I'm a reindeer! And I'm a doctor so EXCUSE ME for noticing signs of trauma and lack of sleep!"

Yonji froze up then spat as he slammed his hands down on the table "Trauma?! Oh please! Germa soldiers don't get trauma!" He scoffed towards Sanji "Other than that one…"

"Who do you think caused that you moron?!" Sanji hissed.

"Hey hey! Let's all calm down!" Usopp said as he raised his hands and smiled at everyone nervously. "Let's just eat before our food gets cold! Alright? No need to talk if you're eating!"

Yonji glared at Sanji as the blonde returned the cold stare. Ichiji rolled his eyes then picked up a dinner roll, looked at Yonji and suddenly stuffed the roll into his mouth. Yonji gagged and flailed around as Ichiji stuffed it down his throat then sat back, wiping his hands off on a fabric napkin as he said "Just eat. You can mope later in your room unless you'd prefer me as your sparring partner tonight to get rid of the excess energy."

Yonji smacked his chest then gasped as he swallowed the roll then shot a snarling stare at Ichiji "You're on, you asshole!" He grumbled as he started stuffing his face with more food, realizing he was hungry.

Usopp exhaled in relief then looked over at Sanji who was just staring at his plate. He could tell that Sanji was battling his moral code about wasting food and emotional state at the same time. He leaned over and kissed Sanji's shoulder and said "Eat something Sanji…" His hand slid to caress Sanji's back in a comforting motion, feeling along the thin rope he could feel under the suit.

Sanji sighed and nodded "Okay…"

Zoro looked around the table subtly as he sipped his drink. Nami suddenly looked towards the large window and said "The storm is about to hit. I hope Jinbe will be alright…"

"He's a fishman!" Franky grinned and said with a wave of his hand "He'll be fine!"

"You're right." Nami took a sip of wine then said as she looked at Ichiji and Reiju "So, where are you guys going after this location? Or are you going to stay here for a bit longer?"

"I believe we have business in a nearby country." Reiju said "We'll roam nearby then approach by an individual ship to see their offer."

"If they pay too little, we leave." Ichiji added as he picked up his glass, swirling it as he said "We do not have time for poor countries who cannot pay our fee. Germa is not a charity case."

"I see…" Nami looked at Ichiji awkwardly, fully realizing how robotic and unempathetic the red haired brother was. She already had a new appreciation for Sanji and all his quirks.

"I wonder if She will be upset about this development." Niji mused.

Ichiji shrugged and said "What can She say? He's already married. Though I suppose that's never stopped her before."

"I hope She just doesn't try to marry one of us off to her brood…" Niji said with a scowl.

"...She…?" Sanji asked curiously.

Yonji huffed and said "You're so stupid! She! As is the mother of Pudding! The girl we were trying to marry your sorry ass off to!" He smirked and said "She's persistent and she already wants you as her daughter's husband. I wonder if she'll just hunt you down."

"You still haven't said a name." Robin said with a curious look "Who is this woman?"

The brothers and Reiju exchanged looks before the sister sighed and said "Her name is Big Mom."

"B-Big Mom?!" Usopp squeaked then looked at Robin frantically "I-Isn't that one of th-the Emperors of the Sea?!"

"She is…" Robin murmured.

"sh*t..." Sanji whispered and leaned back in his chair, his appetite completely lost now.

"Mm." Ichiji hummed and took a drink then said "Now you see why we are… ah… less than pleased about your unexpected marriage."

"So… I was spare meat…" Sanji said icily. He pushed his chair back and folded his napkin on the table as he said "Excuse me…" He gave Usopp a soft pat on the shoulder before leaving the dining room.

"Sanji…" Usopp got up and walked after his lover, a worried expression on his face.

"What's so scary about a big mom?" Luffy asked as he swallowed his cheekful of food then went to grab more.

"Her name is Big Mom, Charlotte Linlin. She is a powerful woman with a lot of influence." Robin said gravely "To turn down a marriage proposal from her is like signing your own death certificate."

"And you knew?" Zoro said accusingly as he glared at Reiju.

The Vinsmoke woman flushed and said "I… Yes. I did. I just… I was so excited to see Sanji and the wonderful family he made…" She sounded guilty for being so happy to see her brother after so long.

"Well, she's not getting him!" Luffy declared and gulped down some juice before saying "He's our cook! I'm not giving him up for some big lady!" Luffy laughed and stood up, brushing food off of himself and walked away from the table.

"Where are you going?" Nami questioned with a raised brow.

"Gonna find Sanji." Luffy grinned and waved before running out the double doors.

Zoro sighed and rubbed his neck then said "I have a bad feeling about all of this." He then looked at Ichiji and said "Why doesn't your father just marry off one of you four? Sanji doesn't have anything to do with you guys anymore."

Reiju sighed and leaned on the table as she pushed her plate away then held up her glass, getting it refilled as she said "She doesn't want us. She already decided on Sanji for Pudding since he's a cook. Apparently she's some sort of dessert expert. Chocolate I think she said?"

"Huh…" Zoro rubbed his chin and snickered before saying "Either way, she's barking up the wrong tree anyway. Sanji might fawn over beautiful women, but he'd never sleep with one or marry one."

Franky laughed loudly "True!"

"She might just offer one of her sons." Ichiji said simply after taking a drink then looking at Zoro with a neutral expression "She's a persistent woman and father seems to be quite eager to have our families unite."

"She sounds unstable." Nami cringed and took a sip of her wine then said "I guess we'll be having to watch our back for a while." She whined and rubbed her temples "Why can't we just have a normal day…"

Ten minutes pass before a roll then crack of thunder was suddenly heard outside, the windows shaking from the force. Reiju Iooked outside then said "If you all would like, you're welcome to stay the night during the storm. We'll have our men keep an eye on your ship along with your crewmate."

"That's kind of you." Robin said with a nod then smiled at Franky "Happy?"

" SUPER happy babe~" Franky purred, already excited to break in the guest bed.

"Yo ho ho~! How scandalous~"

"Can I room with you Nami?" Chopper tilted his head towards her.

"Of course Chopper." Nami said sweetly.

Ichiji looked Zoro over then said calmly "Would you like to sleep in my room, Zoro?"

Zoro almost spat out his drink and swallowed before giving the man a glare "I think I'd prefer to sleep outside…" Yonji wet his lips then opened his mouth before a sharp glare from Zoro shut him up. Yonji grit his teeth then started drinking again as Zoro looked at Brook "You, me and Luffy. Sound good?"

"That sounds perfect Zoro." Brook nodded. The skeleton was already planning on getting the three of them into Sanji and Usopp's room tonight. It would seem Sanji would be needing a lot of support from them.

Robin gave Ichiji a thoughtful look as the red haired man shrugged and went back to his drink. She looked back at Yonji who was looking more upset than before and was attempting to drown himself in alcohol. "An interesting family indeed…" She mused then said "Nami, Chopper, shall we retire to the library for a little while? There's some books there I think would catch your eyes."

"Okay!" Chopper chirped excitedly with a nod.

"Can I come?" Franky asked, "Nothing else to do anyway."

"Of course." Robin smiled warmly and they all stood up, the archeologist leading the way towards the library.

"I'll show you to a guest room, Brook, Zoro, so you can show your crew later." Reiju said as she stood up as well, seeing as dinner had come to an end.

"That would be lovely, thank you." Brook stood up and pushed his chair in, Zoro grunting and doing the same.

Ichiji glanced at Brook and Zoro then stood as well, sparing a look towards Yonji as he finished off a bottle. "Yonji. Come with me."

"Ehhh?? Why the f*ck would I?" He spat and glared at Ichiji.

"I'm going to kick your ass. How about that?" Ichiji said simply.

Yonji twitched then stood up and snarled "Tsh- We'll see about that." He stormed past the table as he headed towards the training room down the way.

Niji chuckled as he stayed seated and sipped his drink "Indulging in his weakness, Ichiji?" He mused.

Ichiji shrugged and said as he walked towards the doors "If it'll get him to stop being a brat for an hour, then yes." He smirked at Zoro as he passed by then continued walking.

Zoro scowled then let Reiju lead them to a guest room, Brook noticing it was only a door away from Sanji and Usopp's room. When they got to the room, Brook nodded towards Reiju and said "Thank you my dear. May I see your panties now?"

Reiju laughed as Zoro kicked the back of his knee, the skeleton yelping as he fell to his knees, holding onto his can. "I don't think so. But do call for me if you need anything." She nodded to Zoro before walking away.

After she turned the corner, Brook looked at Zoro and said "Shall we see how our dear cook is fairing?"

"Yeah." Zoro went to the other door and knocked once before opening it and calling out "It's us."

When they opened the door they were greeted to the sight of a shirtless Sanji blushed a pretty pink atop Luffy's thighs as their captain mouthed at Sanji's nipples. Usopp was behind him murmuring in Sanji's ear with three fingers dipped inside the cook's mouth. The blonde was panting with closed eyes, not really registering the door and their other lovers.

Brook chuckled and closed then locked the door behind them, setting his cane and hat to the side as he approached the bed "My dear sweet Sanji…"

The cook opened lust hazed eyes and moaned softly at the sight of Brook. He licked at Usopp's fingers and mumbled around them "B-Brook…"

The skeleton sat down next to Luffy and rubbed their captain's hair fondly as he said "Showering our beloved cook with some well needed affection I see. Your skin is such a lovely shade… It matches the rope beautifully."

Sanji whimpered and closed his eyes again as Luffy pulled off his abused nipple with a wet pop then looked over towards the door. He spotted Zoro and smiled "Zoro! Come on!"

Zoro rolled his eyes then walked over, unbuttoning his vest as he said "Aye, Captain." He put his vest on a table then unbuttoned his shirt as he sat down next to Usopp, his hand reaching out to caress Sanji's clothed thigh "You look beautiful, Love Cook."

Sanji whimpered and squirmed, already knowing he was about to get ganged up on. It wasn't uncommon in the past for Sanji's self-worth to plummet suddenly, but his lovers solved that by showering him in affection, love and making him climax to praise and compliments. His major weakness was praise. It was almost too easy to get him worked up just by calling him pretty or a good boy/girl.

"He does, doesn't he?" Usopp purred, his hands sliding along Sanji's waist and teasing his fingers along the rope there. He nosed along Sanji's neck and murmured "Breathtaking…"

"Nhh…" Sanji gasped as he felt Brook's hands join in and he felt overwhelmed but in the best way. He felt loved. Wanted. And that was what he'd been lacking the past few minutes after he left the dining room. The first few minutes were Usopp and Luffy trying to convince him to ignore his father and brothers and that they would never let someone take him. After that it delved into a slow makeout session that had his top come off and the two bathing him in words of admiration.

Currently he felt Luffy's fingers following the rope work along his ribs and chest, Usopp's hands still teasing his waist and pantline, Zoro was touching his forearm and left thigh while Brook was now caressing his inner right thigh. Hands were all over him and he barely knew what to do with his own, his left hand clutching the back of Luffy's neck while his right was reaching up and back to tug on Usopp's curls.

"Uhh… f*ck…" Sanji breathed out. He wasn't aware enough that behind his closed eyes, Brook and the others were sharing silent conversations or whispering to each other. They all apparently came to the same agreement as Zoro leaned in closer and tilted his face towards him, kissing his lips then murmuring as he caressed his jawline "We would never let you go… Sanji…"

The blonde moaned softly as Zoro used his name so softly. So full of compassion. It made his heart swell. Brook's boney fingers trailed up higher and squeezed the firm muscle hidden under slacks as he cooed "You're our handsome cook, Sanji. No one will take you away from us. We love you, my dear."

"Yeah!" Luffy chirped and leaned up, kissing Sanji's jaw and grinning widely as his fingers hooked into the rope to hold on as he said "You're ours! Right, Sanji?"

Sanji moaned at the attention and nodded as he breathed out "Yes… Yes… Yours… All of you…" His eyes opened a little, tears welling in them as he whispered, his hands shifting to touch Brook's arm and thread through Zoro's green hair "I'm yours… My loves…"

"Sanji…" Brook murmured lovingly and put a hand on Sanji's arm, caressing it then taking his hand and pressing his fingers to his white teeth.

Zoro gently took Sanji's hand and kissed each finger, relishing in the way Sanji's breathing picked up from him worshiping Sanji's treasures appendages. Next to the blonde's legs, Zoro and the others loved to make sure Sanji's hands were given love and shown appreciation for the meals he made them. Plus they seemed to be a sensitive spot for Sanji if the way his fingers twitched was any tell.

"Oh… Nhh…" Sanji's head lolled back as he panted and closed his eyes again, letting his lovers touch him. He gasped as he felt Usopp's fingers undo his pants finally and push them down enough to expose his underwear: a white thong with blue trim and string.

Luffy pushed the thong front down to let his co*ck out and spat on his hand before grasping Sanji's co*ck. The blonde moaned and bucked into Luffy's hand as the Captain purred "Sanji looks so good like this…"

"He does." Zoro grunted and slid a hand down to rub the head of Sanji's co*ck as Luffy stroked the shaft.

"Nh~" Sanji bucked again and moaned from the added stimulation, his eyes rolling as Usopp's hands slid up his roped torso and found his nipples, the sniper playing with them.

"That's it Sanji… Let us take care of you." Usopp whispered and kissed Sanji's neck.

The cook melted into the pleasure and attention like butter in a hot pan, soaking it all in happily. He let Usopp and Luffy maneuver him into taking his pants off then thong, leaving him only in the rope chest harness Usopp bound him in.

Brook pulled a bottle of lube from his chest cavity stash and handed it to Usopp who winked at the skeleton in thanks. He popped the bottle open then put some on Luffy's hand then his own, sliding a finger down between Sanji's ass cheeks as he said "Breath baby…"

Sanji bit his lip then moaned as Usopp pushed a finger inside, his eyelids fluttering and body twitching. He felt someone's calloused hand touch his jaw, Zoro, and lips cover his own. He eagerly leaned into the kiss as Luffy bathed his neck with kisses and bites, Usopp nibbling in his ear while fingering him open.

Usopp shared a look with Zoro and the swordsman understood it, accepting the bottle of lube and slicking his fingers before pushing his finger inside Sanji alongside Usopp's.

"Ah~!" Sanji gasped at the second finger and shook. He could tell from the angle and the way the fingers were moving it was two people. f*ck that was way too hot. "f*ck… Yes… Oh f*ck… Another… Please…"

"Shishishi~ Sanji is so cute~" Luffy grinned and lubed both hands before reaching his other hand underneath and between Sanji legs. He stretched a little to make it work but a slick finger found its way next to Usopp and Zoro, pushing inside and making Sanji moan as he arched.

Zoro smirked then said in a low voice in Sanji's ear "Look at you being such a good girl… Taking three men at once? How slu*tty~"

Sanji felt his co*ck throb at that realization, his hips moving by themselves to f*ck himself onto their fingers "Nnhh… f*ck…" He whimpered then said "I need more… Please… Stop teasing…"

The three looked at each other, silently trying to figure out who would go first in pleasuring their blonde cook. "Ah, if I may?" They all looked to see Brook tilting his head as he stood up and pulled his shirt off to expose his ribcage. "I was going to wait till we all got together back on the ship… But I suppose now is a good time than any to surprise you all."

Everyone stared at Brook; it was rare to see the skeleton undress even halfway. Even when he joined them before, he only unbuttoned his shirt but didn't take it off and always kept his pants on.

Usopp gasped then said "Wait- Franky finished it?"

"This morning before we left." Brook chuckled and said "I'm sorry I did not uphold my promise to let you test it first Usopp, but this kind of thing is something I want to share with everyone."

"Brook…?" Zoro blinked at the skeleton as everyone withdrew their fingers from Sanji, the blonde panting but opening his eyes as he leaned back against Usopp.

Brook undid his pants then shimmied them down enough to show a black boxer-like fabric show to be clinging to his pelvic bone. Right in the center was a flaccid and colorful phallus. Its shape was very realistic to a circumcised male penis but it was swirling with bright colors that would only work for the Soul King.

"...Holy sh*t." Sanji exhaled with wide eyes.

"I might have to thank Franky next time I see him." Zoro muttered and greedily took in the view.

"It does this too." Brook said happily as he reached into his pocket and pulled out a small remote, flicking the cover open and pressing a switch. Everyone watched in amazement as the penis pressurized and swelled like an aroused member.

"Wow..." Luffy gasped, his eyes wide and sparkling with the possibilities now available to them.

"Franky assured me that it won't tear and the color won't rube off." Brook said happily and put the remote away "I'm quite happy with the size. Almost exactly how I remember it."

"...You were that big before?" Usopp whispered and held onto Sanji's waist tightly, the sniper and everyone else looking at Brook like walking sex.

"Mhm." Brook nodded and laughed "Yo ho ho~ And yes, I was quite popular with the island men and women we met. And of course a few crewmates."

"Damn." Zoro whistled then grinned "Yeah. I don't mind him going first if I get to watch. It's gonna be hot as f*ck."

"Yeah!" Luffy chirped and climbed into Zoro's lap as the swordsman got comfortable against the headboard and pillows.

Brook looked at Usopp and said "Would you care to assist? I would very much enjoy having Sanji's head in your lap as I f*ck him." He shivered and said "Oh my… I gave myself goosebumps! Though I do not have those-"

Sanji wet his lips and nodded eagerly "Yes. f*ck. Yes. Just get that over here." He squirmed as Usopp got comfortable sitting next to Zoro and Luffy, Sanji laying back and getting comfortable in Usopp's lap. Sanji looked up at Usopp and smiled as he reached a hand up to caress the man's jaw, ruffling his small beard. Usopp flashed Sanji a smile before going back to watching Brook.

The musician wedged himself between Sanji's muscled legs "Beautiful." He murmured as he ran his boney fingers along Sanji's legs. He noticed Zoro holding the lube out and thanked him. Brook looked the bottle over then looked at Sanji "My heart, would you please lube my co*ck for me?"

"sh*t." Sanji breathed out and nodded, sitting up again and grabbing the bottle. He slicked his hand and watched as he grabbed the colorful member, stroking it up and down. "f*ck… I'm going to have to give Franky ten bottles of co*ke and early dinner privileges for a month…" He wet his lips then looked up at Brook with a hungry smirk "Only you would be able to work such garish colors on your dick."

"Yo ho~ My thoughts exactly." Brook reached down and caressed Sanji's jaw then traced his bottom lip with his thumb "May I hear you ask for me, my Heart? I yearn to hear it…"

Sanji bit his lip then leaned back against Usopp as he spread his legs and reached down, exposing his wet and twitching hole to Brook. "Please f*ck me Brook… Make love to me…"

"Sanji…" Brook moved forwards and rubbed the head against Sanji's hole before pushing forwards. While he didn't feeling it, he remembered the feeling well enough: the pressure then overwhelming delicious heat slowly enveloping his member as he moved further and further into his bedmate's more than willing body.

"Oh f*ck-" Sanji gasped and rolled his eyes back, his hands reached back to grab onto Usopp's arms as the sniper's hands slid down to rub his bound chest.

"You look so good, Sanji." Usopp praised and watched as Brook pushed in further, Sanji bucking his hips eagerly with a moan.

"Uh- f*ck… Brook…"

The skeleton hummed in delight that Sanji seemed to be enjoying his new attachment. He was enjoying it as well, seeing Sanji getting speared at his waist was a dream come true. "You're doing so well taking my co*ck, Sanji. Just a bit more and I'll be fully inside."

"f*ck there's more?" Sanji groaned and arched, his co*ck weeping precum onto his stomach.

Brook chuckled and held onto Sanji's legs as he gave a first thrust, Sanji letting out a swear with shaking legs. "Mmmm… There we are my love. How does it feel?"

"Uh… Full…" Sanji moaned and reached down, touching his lower stomach as he mewled "Nhh~ So full…"

"I'm going to move now." Brook warned then pulled back halfway before pushing back inside, Sanji letting out a long, low moan.

Zoro squirmed a little as Luffy started rocking in his lap, his hands clenching down onto their captain's waist as he muttered "L-Luffy…"

"Hm?" Luffy looked back at Zoro and smiled brightly before giggling and rubbing his ass on Zoro's co*ck "Enjoying the show Zoro? I am~"

"Yeah…" Zoro twitched as he slowly started rocking with Luffy, his left hand sliding over to grasp Luffy's twitching member and stroke it slowly.

"Nnh… Ah~ Zoro~" Luffy leaned against Zoro's chest and reached up to cross his fingers behind Zoro's neck, his eyes locked on Sanji, Brook and Usopp.

Usopp's fingers plucked at Sanji's nipples as he watched the blonde squirm and moan from Brook's slow and deep thrusts. The skeleton really was making love to Sanji, Brook's movements steady and calculated without the haze of arousal clouding his mind.

"So good for me Sanji… Your voice is music to my ears." Brook was under a heavy oath to not make skull jokes while they all had sex like this, much to his disappointment. So instead he leaned down and tipped Sanji's head to the side and back with his fingers, his teeth nipping the cook's pale skin on his neck. "Sing for me, my beautiful angel…"

Brook gradually picked up the pace, delivering deep, quick thrusts that had Sanji moaning loudly. His hands reached forwards and wrapped around Brook's ribcage, fingers hooking into back of his ribs like handles and holding on as his legs wrapped around his pelvis "f*ck! Oh f*ck~! Brook!"

"Sanji…" Brook murmured lovingly, his hands holding onto Sanji's thighs as he f*cked their lover.

Usopp was absolutely throbbing behind Sanji's upper back, his hips rocking up and down unconsciously as he watched Brook pleasure Sanji. Oh how he wanted to switch places and feel Franky's handiwork for himself. Sure, he felt the material before during a test pour for the colors, but he knew it was nothing compared to the finished product. Franky once showed him the strap-on he made for Robin and let him feel it: He had been surprised how realistic it felt and that it had realistic skin movement.

Luffy moaned as Zoro's thumb rubbed the tip of his leaking co*ck and leaned his head back, the captain kissing Zoro's jaw and whining "Zoroooo~! Lemme ride youuu~!"

"Uh. Sure… Let me just…" He grabbed the discarded lube bottle and used it on his fingers before reaching downwards.

Luffy growled and made Zoro grab his own co*ck as he said "Just lube yourself! I stretch, remember?"

"Right…" Zoro slicked himself up then watched with a held breath as Luffy lifted himself then sat down, the captain moaning happily as he sank down onto his first mate's co*ck.

"Nnnh~ Ah~ Zoro feels so good~" Luffy sat down all the way and just pet his stomach as he said with a smile and leaned back against Zoro again "So warm and full~"

"Oh f*ck. Are you just-" Zoro groaned mournfully when he realized what Luffy was doing.

"Yeah~" Luffy squirmed side to side then settled against Zoro's chest as he relaxed "I like sitting on your lap. It's comfy and warm."

"sh*t…" Zoro bit his lip as Luffy clenched around him but didn't really move. Luffy had this thing where he liked to willingly co*ckwarm someone, but it was absolute torture since the overly strong twink that was their captian would just sit there and not move while eating or watching whatever else was going on.

Brook looked over and chuckled at Luffy making Zoro squirm and clench their fists with restraint. He looked back down at Sanji and said "How does it feel, my love?"

Sanji opened his eyes a little, panting as he looked up at Usopp's face, his skin hot to the touch and body twitching with pleasure "Uh… Uh… So good… Feels so good…" Sanji reached a hand up and touched Usopp's jaw "Usopp…"

"You look beautiful Sanji…" Usopp murmured and reached up to hold Sanji's hand, kissing his palm lovingly "Do you want me to touch you more?"

"Yes… Oh yes… Please…" Sanji whimpered and shut his eyes as Brook picked up the pace again, his hips jolting a little. He gasped as Usopp touched his neglected member, stroking it in time with Brook's movements. "Oh f*ck… Oh f*ck…" Sanji rasped as he co*ck throbbed in Usopp's hand "f*ck I- I'm- Uhhh~"

"Go ahead my dear." Brook cooed and caressed Sanji's thighs, kneading the firm muscle as he kept thrusting "Come for me…"

"AHH~!" Sanji arched sharply into Usopp's lap as he cried out, his hips bucking as he came onto his stomach and Usopp's hand. The sniper let go and already prepared Sanji for Brook's inevitable overstimulation special. Usopp grabbed both of Sanji's hands and held them as Brook hunkered down and kept thrusting inside Sanji, the blonde tossing his head left and right as he cried out more and moaned loudly.

"f*ck! F- B-Brook! Oh f*ck~!" Sanji's tongue stuck out and eyes crossed as his legs shook, his body trying to squirm away from the stimulation but also eager for more.

"Yes… That's it. Good boy Sanji. Just like that." Brook praised as he leaned over more, his hips delivering short quick thrusts to stimulate the cook's sensitive prostate.

"Nah~!" Sanji sobbed and practically screamed as Brook kept going, his semi-hard co*ck twitching and bobbing with the quick movements. Sanji suddenly bent again as his mouth dropped open, eyes rolling as another org*sm overtook him. His whole body was tight like a spring as he shook, his member dribbling a few spurts of cum. Brook slowly eased his thrusts to a long withdrawal to almost the tip then pushed back in slowly. Sanji had tears running down his face as he hiccuped and squirmed, Brook's grip on his thighs and Usopp's hands holding his down made it hard to get away.

"Shh… It's alright my love… I have you…" Brook murmured, his fingers loosening their grip to pet Sanji's thighs and hips as he kept the slow rhythm.

"Uh… Uh… Nhh…" Sanji leaned his head back and rocked his hips with Brook, his fingers clinging to Usopp desperately as small, weak noises were coaxed out of him. "Broo-ook… U-Us-sopp…"

Usopp wet his lips as he watched Sanji practically being f*cked into a minor coma. The cook's body twitched at random, their manhood twitching even as it was mostly limp against his cum soaked stomach. "I think he's done for right now Brook…" he murmured, his hands easing up on Sanji's hands as he started petting Sanji's hair and face.

"Mmm… I suppose you're right. He did so well." Brook slowly pulled out and admired the way Sanji's hole twitched and clenched down on nothing.

"That was so hot~" Luffy cooed excitedly from where he was rocking his hips on Zoro's lap. The swordsman looked three seconds away from snapping but he managed to just grit his teeth and bared with the sexual torture.

Usopp brushed Sanji's hair with his fingers fondly and said "Still with us darling?"

"Yes…" Sanji murmured, leaning into Usopp's touch wearily.

Brook used a cloth to clean his new member off then looked at Usopp "Usopp? How are you feeling?"

"Uh-" Usopp blushed a little and said "I just… wondering how it feels?"

Brook chuckled then looked at Luffy and Zoro, watching them before saying "I have an idea. Zoro dear, would you be kind enough to prepare Usopp for me while I entertain our captain?"

"Oh! Yay!" Luffy gasped excitedly "I can play with Brook!" Luffy moaned as he pulled himself off of Zoro's member and gave the man a kiss before crawling over to Brook with a grin "Can I ride you?"

"Of course. One moment. Let's get everyone situated." Brook helped Usopp place their tired out cook against the pillows and did a light cleaning up so the blonde wouldn't be too grumpy.

Usopp slowly crawled over to a hungry looking Zoro and stuttered "Uh… Zoro…"

"Just get your ass over here." Zoro growled and grabbed Usopp's wrist, yanking the man into his lap then dove forwards to shoved Usopp onto his back. Usopp squeaked and blushed as he saw Zoro between his legs, the greenette lubing his fingers before reaching downwards and pushing a digit into Usopp.

"Oh f*ck…" Usopp breathed out and closed his eyes, moaning as Zoro started fingering him while his lips and teeth found his chest.

Brook and Luffy watched them for a moment before Brook leaned back on his forearms and said "Come along now captain. I'm sure it'll be to your liking."

"I know it will be!" Luffy grabbed the discarded lube bottle and slicked his hand before grabbing Brook's dick, stroking it with lube a few times before climbing into his lap. He reached down and guided Brook's co*ck to his hole and leaned his head back with a satisfied moan as he sank downwards. "Uhhhh~ Big~ Oh you feel- Mph~" Luffy put his hands on Brook's ribcage and curled his fingers inside them as he started bouncing up and down, his eyes lidded with pleasure. "Uh~ Yes~ Feels so good Brook~! Mph~" Luffy's head rolled back as he moaned and rode Brook eagerly.

"It's good to see you're enjoying yourself, captain." Brook slid his hand up Luffy's flexing thighs and squeezed them methodically. His hands slid up higher and up the man's torso, cold fingers caressing the large X shaped scar decorating their captain's chest. Raising his fingers higher, he rubbed Luffy's nipples then plucked at them with a hum, Luffy moaning and arching into his touch gladly.

"Damn…" Zoro muttered as he was distracted from Usopp for a moment then looked back down at the curly haired sniper moaning under him. Usopp looked up at him with lidded eyes as he squirmed, unhappy that the swordsman stopped moving their fingers.

"Damn it Zoro!" Usopp hissed half-heartedly then moaned out as Zoro kept moving their fingers and started assaulting his neck with lips and teeth.

Luffy spent several more minutes riding Brook and moaning loudly before arching and spasming as he climaxed, some of his cum splattered onto Brook's ribs. Luffy noticed as he came down from his high and smiled lazily as he got off of Brook's co*ck "Definitely gonna have'tah thank Franky." He crouched down with his ass up as he stuck out his tongue, slurping up his mess. Luffy kissed and licked Brook's ribcage to clean it then placed a kiss on the man's teeth lovingly "Mmmwah~" Luffy grinned down at Brook as the skeleton pet his thighs and hips "Did you like watching me ride you?"

"Indeed I did." Brook said with a nod and patted Luffy's ass as he said "It was quite a delightful show. Are you going to watch the next performance my dear?"

"Yuh~!" Luffy climbed off and snuggled up next to Sanji, the cook more awake now than before and gladly welcoming his captain to snuggle into his side.

Brook sat up and watched Zoro bite at Usopp's neck as their sniper wrapped his legs around Zoro's waist, gasping and moaning as he was fingered open with four digits. "Mmm… Is he ready, my dear Zoro?"

Zoro pulled his lips from sucking a dark hickey on Usopp's neck, a wet pop noise heard then he smirked hungrily down at Usopp "Yeah. He's ready…" Zoro got off the bed for a moment and went into the conjoined bathroom, washing up a little before coming back in to see Brook having their sniper get on his hands and knees. Zoro got in front of Usopp and grinned down at him as he said "I washed up for yah. Yeh mind suckin me off?"

Usopp blushed hard as he looked at Zoro's erection, the swordsman slowly stroking it. "Uh- Um. Sure…" He inhaled sharply as he felt Brook pour more lube on his ass before rubbing the tip of his rainbow marbled phallus against his pucker.

"Don't forget to relax my dear." Brook said fondly as he rubbed Usopp's waist and hips before spreading his cheeks.

The musician slowly pushed forwards and Usopp moaned as he slowly curled his fingers into the bed sheets. "Uhh… f*ck… He's big…" He whispered more to himself, already enjoying Franky's handwork.

Zoro reached down and ran his thumb along Usopp's lower lip, smiling crookedly as Usopp's tongue swiped at him. "Heh. I'm almost jealous of your stamina, Brook."

"I suppose having no muscles to feel fatigue is a perk in this circ*mstance." Brook mused then pushed in the rest of the way.

"Gh~! Oh f*ck… Damn…" Usopo kneaded the sheets and tugged on them as he adjusted his stance, looking forward at Zoro with lustful eyes "Get over here already…"

"Getting demanding aren't you?" Zoro chuckled and moved closer, helping Usopp by aiming his co*ck towards the man's mouth "Not that I'm complaining." He let out a sigh as Usopp licked the head once before wrapping his lips around it, suckling and teasing the slit with his tongue.

Brook watched Usopp and Zoro for a moment, letting them get situated first before proceeding. Brook held onto Usopp's hips as he pulled back then pushed forwards, Usopp moaning around Zoro's dick in response. Usopp closed his eyes and reached around Zoro, using some core strength along with his arms to hug Zoro closer to swallow him down to almost the base. He always kind of hated that his distinct nose was kind of inconvenient for blowj*bs but he still was able to swallow most of his lover.

Zoro grunted and watched Usopp move his head back and forth, listening to the wet squish noises coming from the sniper's mouth and slick ass. Brook started with a slow deep rhythm at first to let Usopp get used to him before picking up the pace fairly quick. His boney, cloth covered hips smacked against Usopp's lower half while thrusting, enjoying the sound of his lovers enjoying themselves. Especially Usopp. When he looked over at Luffy and Sanji, the blonde was shoving a package of dry meat in Luffy's face. Luffy gasped excitedly before sitting up and opening the package, staring intently towards Zoro, Usopp and Brook like he was watching a show. It wasn't uncommon for Luffy to just eat and watch with a happy look on his face, the captain enjoying seeing his crewmates and lovers have fun with each other.

Usopp moaned around Zoro's co*ck in his mouth as Brook f*cked him. It was even better than he imagined. The texture of the phallus was oddly realistic but he chalked that up to Franky being devoted to his craft. Nothing but the best for their crew. He worked his tongue along Zoro's co*ck and head before popping off with a new wet noise, panting as he rested his cheek on Zoro's thigh "Uh… Uh… Brook…" He was so horny he rubbed his cheek against Zoro's shaft as he moaned and panted, his tongue lapping against the swordsman's member "Uh~ f*ck… Mmmnh…" Usopp reached over and grabbed the spit slick shaft, stroking it as he looked up at Zoro with lidded eyes "Z-Zoro~"

The greenette reached down and pushed his fingers into Usopp's fluffy hair, rubbing his scalp as he said "How's he feel Usopp? Tell me."

"Uh- He feels so good…" Usopp arched and moaned. He gave Zoro's head a lick to taste his precum before moaning out "He's so deep~ f*ck i-it feels amazing…" He groaned then opened his mouth to swallow Zoro down again, moaning as he slurped along Zoro's warm and firm co*ck greedily.

Zoro smirked and rubbed Usopp's head as he watched, then looked up at Brook "Don't think I want to bottom tonight." He tilted his head as he moved his hips a little to f*ck into Usopp's moaning mouth "Mph… I'll catch yah next time hm?"

"I'll make it worth your while my love." Brook promised then focused back on Usopp, shifting his hips a little and making their beloved sniper cry out a muffled moan.

Usopp sobered on Zoro's co*ck as he tried to focus but was getting very distracted by the thrusting and grinding against his sweet spot. After several more head bobs he pulled off and gasped out desperately "Brook… Brook f*ck… Touch me… I'm so f*cking close~" He felt Brook slow down as he went to look for his gloves and Usopp reached back, grabbing Brook's hand on his hip as he begged "Just touch me! I don't care about the gloves!"

Brook felt quite touched that Usopp was alright feeling his insecurities without the buffer of a glove. It was… nice. Flattering. He resumed the pace he had before as he reached down and grasped Usopp's ridged and neglected member, stroking the shaft with a hum.

"Ah f*ck~ Yeah~" Usopp moaned happily then resumed sucking Zoro off.

Zoro grunted and kept rocking his hips, his brow pinched as he got closer and closer. "Gh… Usopp…" He wet hips lips as he watched Usopp's eyes roll back as he got closer too. "Mph… Hey… Can I come in your mouth?"

Usopp just moaned in reply and wrapped his arms around Zoro's waist, swallowing and groaning as he sucked eagerly. Feeling Zoro's co*ck twitch in his mouth made him salivate, his hands sliding down to grab onto Zoro's ass. His eyes rolled and fluttered as he heard Zoro groan loudly then buck his hips, Usopp trying not to accidentally gag and choke as his lover spilled his seed down his throat. Zoro pulled back as Usopp coughed a little then Iicked his lips clean. The sniper lowered himself to his chest and moaned with his cheek against the bed as he kneaded the sheets.

"f*ck… Oh f*ck… Nnhh~ Right-Right there… f*ck~" Usopp's eyes crossed as his tongue stuck out, his hips shaking as he moved back and forth with Brook.

"You feel and sound close." Brook noted then adjusted his kneeling position, holding onto Usopp's hips with both hands as he said "Let me help you over the edge my dear." Brook hunched over as he started thrusting harder and faster, the bed shaking as he f*cked into Usopp.

"Oh! f*ck! Ah~! Hah~!" Usopp moaned loudly and panted as he twitched and tightly clenched the blanket below. His vision went hazy as he felt that hot coil in his loins curl tighter and tighter before finally snapping. Usopp howled and cried as he bucked, coming untouched and spilling cum on the sheets below. Brook delivered a few grinding thrusts to miIk his org*sm before slowly pulling out.

"Oh my… How lewd." Brook mused and touched either side of Usopp's twitching hole with his thumbs, pulling at the soft skin that shone with lube "Ah… Only thing that would make this sight better would be my cum dripping out of such a slu*tty hole."

"Maybe you could ask Franky." Zoro mused, the swordsman currently snuggled up next to Luffy. Their captain had fallen asleep after finishing his snack, his head resting on Sanji's belly with a little drool falling from his lips. "Make you some sort of lube that looks like cum that you can squirt out by a button or somethin."

"Mmm. Sounds fun." Brook said happily then rubbed Usopp's ass cheeks "How are you faring my darling Usopp? Did I over do it?"

"Nah…" Usopp shakily sat up, avoiding the ji*zz soaked spot as he crawled into Brook's lap and hugged him, pressing his cheek against Brook's rib cage. "You were amazing…"

"Yo ho~ Glad to hear my Heart." Brook gladly embraced Usopp, his left hand finding the remote and flipping the cover open to decompress his colorful member. He reached between them and tucked himself away then worked his pants back up. He hugged Usopp again and pet his back fondly. Brook shifted and guided Usopp to cuddle up with the others before getting up and heading towards the bathroom.

Zoro and Sanji eagerly welcomed the tired looking Usopp into their pile, Usopp snuggling up to Sanji. His fingers roamed over the blonde's ropes and said "Lemme take these off for tonight."

"Okay." Sanji sat up and closed his eyes as he felt Usopp get behind him. The sniper's nimble fingers felt along the rope, finding the loose end he tucked away. He then proceeded to slowly and carefully unravel the red rope decorating his blonde lover's chest. Zoro watched the process with a fond and curious gaze, watching Sanji sigh softly, absently noting that Sanji looked like he was meditating almost. When Usopp was done and rolled his rope back up, the long nosed sniper kissed Sanji's shoulder then turned his face to kiss his lips lovingly. "Mm… Feel better Sanji?"

"Yeah…" Sanji kissed back, humming into another kiss as Usopp's fingers traced along pink lines from the rope.

When they parted they saw Brook coming back with some towels in his arms. Brook knelt down on the bed and handed Zoro a damp towel then Sanji and Usopp. He moved closer to Luffy and chuckled as he maneuvered the sleeping rubber man this way and that so he could clean him up of lube and cum. Luffy mumbled in his sleep and when Brook was done, Luffy curled up towards Zoro and buried his face into the greenette's stomach.

Brook watched everyone fondly, looking over to see Usopp gently cleaning Sanji off and kissing his pale skin. When he was done, Sanji looked at Brook and smiled as he leaned back with Usopp "That was a nice surprise Brook. How long have you been plotting with Franky?"

"Just a few days." Brook said as he crossed his legs to sit in front of everyone "It was Franky and Usopp who pulled me into their workshop to show me their idea. I was quite surprised."

"Well…" Usopp blushed and rubbed his neck "I've been thinking about it for a few weeks now. I just thought it would be fun and bring us closer since you seemed to like the gloves a lot."

"It was very thoughtful my dear. Thank you." Brook purred joyfully then reached over and turned off the light. He crawled into bed and pulled the covers up over everyone, chuckling as Sanji and Usopp tugged him between them to snuggle up against him. Brook held onto his lovers and reached a hand past Sanji's shoulders, touching Luffy's head fondly. He sighed contently and leaned their head back, staring at the dark ceiling as the storm continued to rage outside.

"G'night guys." Usopp chirped and closed his eyes, his hand reaching across to hold hands with Sanji.

"Sleep well…" Sanji mumbled as he drifted off.

"Meeeaaat…" Luffy moaned in his sleep.

Zoro chuckled and held Luffy closer as he closed his eye. "G'night."

As everyone drifted off, leaving Brook to zone out and daydream as he stared into the dark, everyone was none-the-wiser to the blue eye watching them from a recently carved hole in the ceiling.

Chapter 10: Parting ways

Chapter Text

"This really is bad…" Nami mourned as she held onto a slip of paper. It was an official "invitation" to Sanji and Pudding's wedding.

"Wait." Zoro snatched the card and stared at it "...Does this say in three weeks? What the f*ck?"

"Well, we are close to Big Mom's territory." Robin said softly, her eyes looking at the invitation like it was going to implode at any moment.

Sanji rubbed his face then looked at his sister who was looking at their crew sadly "...And I can't turn her down politely?"

"Not unless you wish death for everyone you hold dear." Reiju said softly. "I heard she cuts off the head of whoever you're closest to and gifts it to you."

Sanji immediately looked at Usopp who was looking quite ill at the moment. He ran a hand through his hair and groaned, gripping his hair then said "Okay… Maybe- Maybe I can go there and talk? I dunno-" he frowned and said "Maybe I can just marry her on paper then leave? That's okay right?"

Everyone exchanged glances then looked up as Ichiji tinked his glass on his chair armrest "Unfortunately no. Anyone who marries into the family has to live on their selected partner's island." He took a drink then said "Anyone who leaves is killed by Big Mom herself."

"But- we still have to meet up with everyone on Zou!" Luffy whined and flopped to the side, into Brook's lap where the musician pet his head gently. "Torao is waiting for us!"

"Perhaps we can all travel there, then decide what to do afterwards?" Brook offered.

"Maybe…" Sanji muttered and groaned again, tugging on his blonde hair then leaned back in his chair with tired eyes staring at the ceiling "...She'll come after us. Won't she?"

"Most likely." Reiju said gravely.

Sanji sighed then said "Alright. Tomorrow morning we'll head towards Zou. Nami-dear, do you have-"

"Yup." Nami held up a small slip of paper "Torao gave me this before we parted. He said he'd be heading there to meet his crew alongside Kin'emon and that pink haired guy they picked up from Dressrosa."

"Oh that's right. Rooster should be getting them there any moment now." Robin said with a small smile.

"We can give you some supplies for your journey there." Reiju said then stood up "I suppose we'll all be in the same theoretical boat with this marriage situation. We were of course invited since we're the family of the Groom."

"I see." Sanji muttered as he stared at his hands.

Nami nibbled on her lip then stood up and said "Franky, why don't you help me get everything onto the ship? Luffy, Zoro, come help me."

"Alright." Franky stood up and walked out with Nami. Zoro hesitated before putting a hand on Sanji's shoulder silently before leaving with Luffy.

Ichiji looked over the group and then said "What will you do?"

Sanji looked up with a frown "What do you mean?"

"She'll hunt you down. She'll find everyone you love and kill them and leave you to suffer by yourself." Ichiji said simply. "What will you do?"

Sanji was quiet then said "...I don't know."

Chopper looked around before looking at the cook "Hey- Sanji?" Chopper fidgeted then nodded to Robin, the woman pulling out a file and handing it to the reindeer. "I um… finished it last night."

"Wait. Really?" Sanji sat up and stared at the files "Are you- sure…?"

"Positive. Well, ninety-five percent sure." Chopper smiled awkwardly. "Genetic modification isn't my forte but I did what I could with Franky's help."

Ichiji eyed the file and said coolly "And… What is that?"

"Hope." Sanji exhaled then looked at Reiju, giving her a nod.

Reiju gasped and covered her mouth, looking at the door nervously before whispering "Really?"

Sanji nodded then looked at Ichiji "...Ichiji." The redhead frowned: it wasn't often Sanji electively said their names. "What if you had the chance to be… well, to feel? To process emotions like a normal person."

"Why would I?" Ichiji asked with a raised brow.

"So you can realize you don't need Him and maybe live a somewhat normal life. Maybe even find love without scaring someone off."

Ichiji was taken aback for a moment before saying "I… I never thought of that. It's not possible anyway."

"Actually-" Chopper piped up and hopped off his chair, walking over to Ichiji and holding the file out to him "With some careful work, research and planning, I came up with a therapy that could condition you all into being able to process your emotions like a healthy person."

Ichiji took the file and set his glass down. He crossed his legs and propped the file open on his leg as he started reading. If they could get Ichiji to agree, getting Niji and Yonji to agree should -in theory- be easy. Ichiji had a neutral expression as he flipped through the pages, the man completely unreadable with a solid poker face. When he reached the end he closed the file and handed it back to Chopper. Ichiji picked his glass back up and took a sip before saying calmly "All of that requires us to acknowledge what you see as flaws and imperfections. If I do not acknowledge it or agree with it then those papers are only useful as kindling for a fire."

"That is correct." Robin said with a nod.

"Hn." Ichiji looked at Sanji and said "So what? You want us to be like you? Weak?"

"I want you to be human." Sanji said with a small bite, exhaling and unclenching his fists when he felt Usopp touch his thigh.

Usopp inhaled then exhaled before saying "Ichiji. Do you like me? Or perhaps I should ask this… Do you like Zoro?"

Ichiji actually stiffened up ever so slightly, only Reiju and Robin actually noticing the slight change. Ichiji tapped his glass then said "I have interest in your swordsman. Purely physical attraction. He is strong."

"But do you like him?" Usopp pressed, Sanji looking at Usopp with a weird expression.

Ichiji sighed and reached up, rubbing his temple as he said "By your definition, I suppose so. Your point?"

"My point is, you can't garner someone's affection by being how you are now. You'll never know what it's like to find someone you love if you can't feel love." Usopp said as he held Sanji's hand. "A normal person would blush even a little at the notion of someone noticing their crush. Stuttered a little. Rubbed their neck shyly. But you… you just sit there and talk like it's an inconvenience."

Ichiji's jaw shifted and he said "I don't see your point."

"Gods you're so thick!" Sanji groaned then stood up and snapped "Why can't you just let me help you be happy?! I want you to-to go out and be your own person! Find a hobby! Fall in love properly and maybe even settle down satisfied with your life!" He shook a little and said softly "Isn't that what siblings are supposed to do…?"

Ichiji was quiet then stood up and finished his drink. He set his glass down then said "I will give you my answer in an hour." Behind his glasses he glanced at Chopper and Robin before exiting the room.

Sanji sighed then looked at Reiju "How do you think that went?"

"As well as it could have." Reiju crossed her arms as she said "We just have to wait an hour and we'll see if we got through to him."

Sanji grunted stubbornly and rubbed his face then said "Alright. In the meantime, let's get the ship ready for tomorrow. Do you mind if I raid the kitchen?"

Reiju chuckled and smiled at her brother "Of course. Come on then." She looped her arm with his and smiled warmly as they walked together.

Usopp looked after his lover and Reiju then looked at Chopper and Robin, noticing Brook still sitting quietly by himself. He sighed and rubbed his neck then said "Everyone scatter I guess? Do whatever you need to for tomorrow."

"A good idea." Robin nodded and exited the room, Chopper quickly walking after her.

Usopp looked at Brook as the skeleton stood up and walked over to him. Brook reached out and fixed a strand of curly hair back in place as he said softly "Worried, my dear? We all are. But, at the very least we have each other."

Usopp leaned into the touch with a fond smile and said "You're right." He turned his head and kissed Brook's palm before saying "I have a few things to do on my own. I'll see you guys later okay?"

"Alright." Brook watched Usopp leave before exiting as well and walking down the hall, humming and twirling his cane. He saw a flash of green walking ahead and called out "Zoro my dear! Did you get lo- oh. Yonji. Forgive me."

Yonji flinched when he was spotted by Brook and glared at him. His eyes flickered downwards at Brook's body then back up to his sockets "..."

Brook tilted his head as he walked closer "Something the matter?"

"...I don't get it." Yonji said quietly.

"Get what?" Brook stopped a few feet away and put both hands on his cane as he looked down at Yonji.

Yonji grit his teeth then said "I don't get how you… Why did you all lie?"

Brook was for the first time thankful for his skeletal features not giving him away. He just calmly said "Lie? About wh-"

"You guys!" Yonji blurted then waved a hand angrily "How in the f*ck did you manage to get them to like you when you're literally dead?! How the f*ck does that work?!"

Brook was taken aback then said "Perhaps we should speak in private Yonji."

"Tsh…" Yonji narrowed his eyes but led Brook back into the previous meeting room. When the door closed, Yonji turned to Brook and said icily "How in the f*ck did you get Usopp and Zoro in bed with you? You're literally a dead man. Bones! I tried my best to get them to like me and nothing worked!"

Brook stared at Yonji then said "What we share is not just the physical, Yonji." Brook calmly sat down and patted the space next to him "I will explain everything. What I say does not leave this room. Understood?"

"Fine…" Yonji grumbled and sat down, crossing his arms tightly.

"You are correct in your assumption. Yes. Myself, our captain, Zoro, Usopp and your brother Sanji are all in a relationship. This formed over two and a half years, most of which I was not there for." He chuckled and fidgeted with his cane as he said "I am still quite new to this myself, but I assure you our relationship is not reliant on the physical."

Yonji stared at the wall then said "...That's why he wouldn't f*ck me. He wasn't lying when he said he was spoken for back at the bar… sh*t…" Yonji grit his teeth then clenched his fists and said angrily "But why are you guys hiding it?!"

"Well, to be blunt, we were not sure how you all would react to it." Brook said simply. "Being in a multi person gay relationship is odd enough as it is. Needless to say that oddness triples when you add someone like myself."

Yonji laughed bitterly and said "Yeah. I guess I see your point." He clutched his forearms and said "So that's why Sanji is so adamant about not being away from his crew… If he married Pudding, not only would he be away from Usopp, he'd be away from everyone else he loves. Right?"

"Exactly." Brook nodded and said "You see now why this whole situation is quite stressful, not just for Sanji. And why Luffy was so insistent about Sanji being our cook during dinner. No one can replace our beloved cook."

"Heh… I guess you're right." Yonji rubbed his right eye then said "I really don't have a chance with Zoro… Or Usopp… Damn it…"

"Zoro and Usopp?" Brook sighed softly "Oh, my dear… Did you fall for them?"

Yonji was quiet before slowly nodding and saying "...I really like Zoro. He's… He's everything I want. What I need…" He suddenly smiled wildly at Brook as he stood up "He already left his mark! I won't- I won't let it heal up! Never… I won't let it!" Yonji lifted his shirt to reveal a gorey scene of gashes that have been repeatedly reopened, said wounds surrounded with ugly bruises and hot red skin around the marks.

"Yonji…" Brook murmured then sighed and reached out, cold fingers hovering over the middle X of Zoro's signature move. "You need to let him go."

"But-" Yonji but his lip then reached a hand towards a scabbed gash, digging his fingers into it with a groan and insane grin "These are all I have left of him! He won't touch me… I heal fast so I have to keep reopening them! It's all I have left…" Yonji was grinning at Brook even as hot tears collected in his wild blue eyes, pouring down his face as he rasped "If these go- then he's really gone! The proof… The proof that he touched me and was worthy!" Blood slowly oozed from around his fingers and drooled down his torso and fingers like warm honey.

Brook watched quietly then stood up and approached Yonji, setting his cane to the side before pulling Yonji into a hug. Yonji inhaled sharply with wide eyes then squirmed and pushed on Brook "What're you doing?!"

"Hush." Brook said sternly and kept hugging Yonji, his hand moving up to thread into his hair to rub his scalp.

Yonji froze up at the attention, his brain not sure what to do except freeze in panic. What… was this? Was this… affection? Someone being nice? To him? Why? Why was this skeleton hugging him? "...Why?" Yonji rasped, his throat feeling dry. His eyes were wide as more tears fell against his wishes.

"Because you need one." Brook said simply and used his other hand to rub Yonji's back soothingly. "Have you ever had a hug like this?"

"...I've never had a hug…"

"Oh my dear boy…" Brook whispered and hugged Yonji tighter "Such a lonely life… It's no wonder Sanji wishes to help you all…"

"What?" Yonji looked up in surprise.

Brook loosened the hug to look down and say "Sanji asked our beloved doctor to find a way to help you three deal with your emotions in a healthy manner. He showed Ichiji earlier in a meeting. I'm not sure what your brother thinks of the idea just yet."

"...Wait, so does…" Yonji looked at Brook's chest as he clutched the man's clothes, not noticing that Brookmwas gently rocking them where they stood "Sanji wants to help us…? To be more like him?"

"No." Brook reached up and cupped Yonji's face, his boney thumbs wiping at his tears as he said "He wants you to be yourselves. Just… more aware and self reliant. He wants you all to be happy and not be a tool for your father."

Yonji was quiet for a while as he pressed his forehead to Brook's chest. After a few moments he chuckled and said "...I get it now…"

"Get what?" Brook asked, his hands sliding to gently petting Yonji's head and shoulder

"Why they like you. I get it…" Yonji pushed away and rubbed his face then said "I suppose you'll say no if I ask you to convince Zoro to give me one last night?"

Brook chuckled and said "You answered your own question my dear. Besides, I am not one to order my lovers around doing things they do not want to."

"Hn…" Yonji sighed and shoved his hands in his pockets, staring downwards then said "I saw you guys last night. It's why this… yeah…"

"Oh-" Brook looked around then said "Well if we're being honest now, I saw you the other night on accident. You were in your bathroom and... ah… appreciating Zoro's wounds."

Yonji blinked then laughed and smiled crookedly up at Brook "Heh… I see." He rubbed under his nose then shrugged and started walking towards the door.

"Yonji!" Brook called out.

Yonji stopped and glanced back at Brook "What?"

"Remember, a secret. Right?"

Yonji thought for a moment then pretended to pull a zipper over his lips "Right." He waved as he opened the door then exited the room.

Brook grabbed his cane and fiddled with it, thinking to himself as he walked out of the room as well. "Such a strange family…" he mused, humming as he twirled his cane and walked.

An hour finally passes and Ichiji stands by a window in the meeting room he previously met with the Straw Hat crew in. He spent the time in his room, thinking, debating, assessing pros and cons. The path they would walk after this would be hard. But would it be worth it? He didn't look as he heard the door open and a few pairs of shoes walk in: heels, dress shoes, hooves, boots, dress shoes paired with the click of a cane.

When he heard them sit down he opened his mouth and said "I have thought over your proposal."

"And?" Sanji pushed from where he stood next to Usopp.

Ichiji turned from the window and walked up to Sanji, standing two feet away when he reached up and grabbed his goggles. He took them off and held them in his hand as he looked at Sanji with blue eyes so similar to Sanji's. His eyes seemed to be searching for something but then he looked down at the way Usopp was holding his hand. Ichiji raised his gaze again and said "I accept your proposal."

Sanji gasped and widened his eyes "Wait- Really?"

Ichiji raised a curled brow and said "Need I repeat myself?"

Sanji huffed and then said "No. I'm just… surprised."

"I want in on it!" The door opened and Yonji came storming in. He paused then went back out, reaching around the corner and dragged a grumpy looking Niji in with him "He does too!"

"Why am I being dragged into this?" Niji mumbled and crossed his arms stubbornly.

"Yonji? Niji?" Sanji looked at his other brothers warily "How did you two find out?"

"Ah. That would be me." Brook stood up and walked over to Yonji, putting a hand on his shoulder as he said happily "Good to see you Yonji. You as well Niji."

Yonji rubbed his neck then walked into the room more, still holding Niji's hand "So how does it work? A shot? Pill? Brainwash?"

Chopper blinked then said "Oh- Well, since your genetics were modified with chemicals, I designed a chemical that would offset the mental handicap it gave all of you. It would be a pill you take." Chopper opened the file and said "Along with your medication you all would need to stick to a strict therapy for your minds. Something I strongly suggest is talking out your feelings and even starting a diary." Chopper looked back up and said "The medication will make you a bit sluggish but nothing lasting. Within three months -if you stick to the regimen- you could be considered normal but with your usual abnormal strength."

"Therapy?" Niji raised a brow and said "Why do we need therapy?"

Everyone in the Straw Hat crew exchanged glances then Usopp said "Niji, you guys have zero empathy and lack any sense of social awareness. Don't you remember what happened when Yonji and Zoro fought? That's not normal. Especially the after effects."

Yonji grit his teeth a bit at that then muttered "Not my fault your swordsman is hot…"

"Anyway-" Sanji interrupted, not wanting to know how much his brothers Iusted after his boyfriend. "The point is, we're leaving tomorrow so we won't be here to monitor your progress. We'd have to trust you guys to follow Chopper's notes exactly." He waved a hand and said "Reiju has my snail so you can always call to ask questions."

"Of course." Ichiji nodded then looked at Chopper as he said "Doctor, shall we talk further about your plan?"

Chopper blushed but nodded excitedly "Okay!" Chopper hopped onto a couch and was surprised when Ichiji and Yonji joined him, Niji sitting nearby.

Sanji watched his brothers with a flutter of pride in his chest then ushered Brook and Usopp out, leaving Robin to linger behind with Chopper. Sanji leaned on Usopp happily as they walked down the hall. "I wasn't expecting that to go as well as it did. Do you think they'll actually go through with it?"

"Not sure." Usopp said honestly "We'll just have to see what happens."

Sanji hummed then leaned over and kissed Usopp's cheek before looking at Brook lovingly "Thank you for talking with Yonji. It was a lovely surprise."

"Of course Sanji." Brook nodded and looked up as he saw Luffy running down the hall with his arms wrapped several times around some barrels. "Captain!"

Luffy skidded to a halt and looked over, smiling brightly at his lovers "Hey guys! We're almost done! Your sister gave us SO much food!"

Sanji chuckled as they walked closer "Good to hear. We'll need it." Luffy's eyes sparkled in a specific way that Sanji pointed a finger at him and said sharply "No feasts. We need to conserve."

"Awwww… Okay…" Luffy pouted before running off again.

Sanji walked arm and arm with Usopp towards the ship, watching Franky direct where stuff should go. He was a bit surprised to see some Germa soldiers helping out, figuring his father would tell them to not listen to their crew.

Another hour passes and the ship is perfectly stocked and organized, Sanji and Reiju getting the castle cooks to make them a large feast to celebrate their last day until they meet again.

Zoro was currently downing his fourth beer when he noticed Yonji slowly approach him. Yonji cleared his throat then said "Zoro."

"Yonji."

The green haired Vinsmoke hated how much he loved Zoro saying his name. "I want to- apologize."

Zoro raised a brow and said "Oh?"

Yonji's jaw shifted then he said "I know. About…" he gestured vaguely towards Brook and Sanji then said "And I get why you never… with me. So I just wanted to apologize for trying to push you."

Zoro lowered his mug then said "That's very mature of you Yonji. Thank you."

Yonji felt a little heat on his cheeks and he pointed to the chair next to him "...Can I have a drink with you?"

"Uh. Sure?" Zoro motioned to the chair then lifted his mug to his lips, his eyes shifting over to see Ichiji subtly watching him.

After the chaotic dinner that was blessedly Judge-free, Zoro noticed Ichiji motioning for him to follow. Zoro sighed but followed him out of the still chaotic dining room. He followed him down the hall then into another room. Once they were alone Zoro crossed his arms and said "Let me guess… One last time?"

Ichiji chuckled and said "I had thoughts of such things." He sat down and motioned for Zoro to join him. When Zoro sat down he said "While I would very much enjoy a last round of sex with you, I wanted to inform you that I accepted my brother and your Doctor's proposal to… fix ourselves."

"Really?" Zoro raised a brow at that and said "Didn't take you as someone to realize you had flaws."

"Mm." Ichiji took his goggles off and said as he looked into Zoro's eye "I realized I craved what Sanji has. While I still desire you, I know you will never choose me. So my only option is to become more… like Sanji. Empathetic." His eyes lidded as he reached out and ran his fingers along Zoro's thigh "Perhaps then… I'll find someone like you. Someone to love and be loved in return."

"Maybe." Zoro glanced down at Ichiji's fingers caressing his thigh and sighed, reaching down and taking his hand to stop the movement "You want one more. Don't you? Just tell me or I'm leaving right now. I won't offer this lightly."

"Of course." Ichiji nodded then looked at Zoro's lips then back up at his eye "I'd be lying if I said I didn't mainly come here in hopes of persuading you to f*ck me."

"Hn…" Zoro sighed then nodded "Fine. Lock the door. I want you to suck my co*ck first."

"Mm~ Alright." Ichiji smirked then walked over to the door, pausing when he thought he heard someone on the other side. Even if there was, he didn't really care. He walked back over and unbuttoned his shirt, walking up to Zoro then kneeling down between his spread legs. He slid his hands up Zoro calves then thighs as he said "If I didn't know better, I'd say you were beginning to enjoy our little secret sessions."

Zoro's brow twitched and he said "Shut up or I leave."

"Fine fine~" Ichiji undid Zoro's pants then pushed them down, gently taking Zoro's co*ck out and leaning in. He opened his mouth and licked the head then suckled on it. He closed his eyes as he moved his head forward to take more into his mouth, humming at the feeling of velvety warm flesh sliding inside. Ichiji could feel the well endowed length slowly hardening inside his mouth and it made him horny knowing it was because of him. It would be so hard to find someone to replace this magnificent beast of a man he found himself on his knees for.

"Hey! Have you seen Zoro?"

Sanji jolted as Luffy ran towards him with a waving hand and that usual heart warming grin on his face. The blonde forced a soft smile on his face and said "Ah- No. Maybe he got Iost? This castle is quite large after all."

Luffy laughed and nodded "True! Okay then! I was gonna see if he wanted to play but I guess I'll catch him later." Luffy then ran back from where he came from, yelling for Chopper who shrieked as the captain launched himself at the reindeer.

Sanji chuckled softly then glanced behind him nervously. He sighed and rubbed his face before walking down the hall, his eyes fluttering around as he looked over the place he used to call Home. His fingers grazed along the wall to his right as he walked, remembering this wall as the one he was cornered on when he was three, Ichiji throwing him against the wall and grinning like a mad man as he started kicking the sh*t out of him, Niji finding them and joining in on the "fun". Sanji's eyes flickered to a table, noticing a chip in the wood and remembering when he chipped his baby tooth after Yonji tripped him.

This place was never home. Especially after his mother passed away. His eyes lidded at the thought of his mother. She would love Luffy and Usopp so much. She'd love his whole crew. Perhaps be a bit wary of Brook and Franky, but love them nonetheless. Would she be proud of him?

He hoped so.

Sanji walked down the hall more and saw Robin and Nami with Reiju, talking and walking with some books tied together in their arms. He smiled fondly but stayed back to watch them pass by, not seeing him. Sanji was feeling anxious, antsy. He needed to move. Do something. He found his way to the kitchen where the other chefs were quietly doing some prep work or cleaning.

"Oh! Sanji!" The head chef spotted Sanji and smiled warmly, waving him forward "Come to cook? You always did when you were troubled or bored."

"Thanks Chef." Sanji smiled and rolled his sleeves up and got to work making something to take his mind off things.

"I will miss you."

"Huh?" Zoro turned as he looked over at Ichiji, the swordsman finishing up pulling on his clothes.

Ichiji stared at the ceiling from where he laid on his back, his hands tucked behind his head. His legs were still a bit shaky from how hard he came twice from Zoro's rough treatment, bruises forming on his waist and thighs. "I said I will miss you." Ichiji glanced over at Zoro and said "Is that such an odd thing to say after all we've done?"

"I suppose not." Zoro adjusted his swords on his waist then said "I'm heading back now. Are you just staying here?"

"For now." Ichiji stretched a little then closed his eyes, his muscles flexing with the stretch. His skin was littered in more bruises along with a few bites Zoro made during the heat of the moment.

"Hn." Zoro looked Ichiji over before exiting the room without another word.

Ichiji rolled over onto his side and curled up a little, his eyes lidding as he reminisced their last moments together. He had Zoro f*ck him after sucking the swordsman off and Gods was it fantastic. Only someone like Zoro could make him feel like that. The swordsman had ordered him to be quiet and he took that order in stride, asking Zoro to choke him again to silence his moans of ecstasy. It had been perfect. And he'd never feel it again.

Ichiji sighed softly and pulled the covers up over his shoulders, not caring about seeing his little brother and their crew off. He already gave his goodbyes to the one who mattered.

"Stay safe okay?"

"I'll try but no promises."

"And don't forget to eat!"

"I know."

"And don't you dare forget to call me."

Sanji smiled softly at his sister and said "Reiju. I won't forget."

The woman's lip trembled a little then she unhid her left hand from behind her back "I have a present for you." She held out a small booklet and said "It's… a photo album. You can do whatever you want with the photos inside you don't want but… I wanted you to have something from me."

Sanji took the book and flipped it to the first page, his breath catching at the sight of a photo he remembered. His fingers ran over the image of Reiju and himself visiting their mother, Sanji on the left side and Reiju on the right with their sickly mother in the middle on the bed wearing a bright smile. He loved this day. He flipped it to a random page and saw it was a picture of Reiju forcing her brothers into a photo with her, their ages about fifteen. Reiju was grinning brightly in the photo while Yonji and Niji were yanking on each other's hair while yelling, Ichiji next to Reiju with a tiny smile on his lips.

"Reiju…" Sanji bit his cheek then closed the book and hugged his sister close "Thank you…"

"I cut out all of the photos where Judge was there…" Reiju whispered.

Sanji laughed and parted with a nod "Thank you." He saw Yonji and Niji, awkwardly approaching them and held a hand out "Er… Nice seeing you guys?"

Niji rolled his eyes and shook Sanji's hand then crossed his arms "Whatever." As Yonji pulled Sanji into an awkward hug, Niji eyed Usopp then slowly approached him and said "Usopp."

"Oh. Hey Niji." The sniper smiled and Niji felt his chest tighten.

"...It was a pleasure meeting you." Niji hesitated before holding out a hand.

"Oh. Me too." Usopp reached out and shook Niji's hand.

Niji didn't let go of Usopp's hand as he smiled shyly but crookedly "I suppose it's fruitless to ask you to consider me?"

Usopp swallowed his tongue then sighed and smiled softly "Sorry. Sanji already has my heart."

"I figured." Niji bowed his head and placed a kiss on the back of Usopp's hand before murmuring "My brother has good taste. Don't lose him."

Usopp blushed a little and took his hand back when Niji let go finally "Yeah… I won't." Niji reached into his jacket pocket and withdrew folded paper, handing it to Usopp as he said "If you need anything, just call me." He smiled handsomely before walking over to Franky, bidding the cyborg a farewell.

Usopp opened the paper and was surprised to see a dry pressed blue flower next to a series of numbers and Niji's signature along with the words " I will cherish the Cupid's arrow that I took for you ". Usopp blushed a little and folded the paper, tucking it away then looked over in surprise when he saw an unwelcomed guest approaching.

Judge glared at the crew as they prepared to board their ship. His eyes flicked to Sanji as he said "She won't stop till she gets what she wants."

Sanji grit his teeth then put on a fake smile as he said "She's not getting me." He turned and walked towards the ship "Let's go."

"Yah heard him! Let's set out!" Luffy exclaimed and waved at the Vinsmoke siblings before catapulting himself onto the ship.

When everyone got on the ship, Franky pulled the anchor up as Jinbe took to the helm. Zoro stood by the bow as he looked towards the castle, seeing Ichiji standing on a balcony watching them leave. The swordsman gave the castle a last look before walking away.

"Captain. I need to speak with you." Jinbe called out from the helm.

Luffy jumped off the figurehead and perched himself on the rail in front of the wheel as he looked at the fishman "What's up?"

"When we arrive at Zou, I regret to inform you that I have some business to take care of elsewhere that I neglected to finish." Jinbe steeled his face as he said "But when it is done, I will not leave your side."

"Oh." Luffy swung his feet in thought then said with a nod "Okay. Just come back to us okay?"

"Of course." Jinbe bowed his head "I swear it, Captain."

"Good." Luffy nodded then dipped backwards, falling off the rail and landing on his hands then flipping onto his feet. Luffy waddled around the deck before spotting Usopp and pouncing on his back "Usopp~!"

"Gah!" Usopp flailed then steadied himself with a laugh, reaching back and ruffling Luffy's hair "Hey! What's up Luf?"

"Nothin." Luffy kissed Usopp's cheek and hugged Usopp happily "I'm so happy to have everyone back~ Oh! I almost forgot-" Luffy unlatched himself and ran towards the helm and shouted up "JINBE! DIDN'T YOU SAY TRAFFY LEFT A MESSAGE?!"

Jinbe walked around then wheel and leaned over the rail, looking down as he called out to the rubber man below "He did! Said something about being cautious when approaching Zou? I think he wanted you to call him back."

"Oh. Okay!" Luffy ran across the deck then skidded to a stop when he saw Sanji just staring into space as he held onto his cigarette and photo album. "Sanji?"

"Huh?" Sanji looked up and closed the book "What is it?"

"You okay?" Luffy tilted his head like a curious puppy.

The blonde shrugged and said "I'll be fine."

"Okay." Luffy watched Sanji for a bit before running into the "Captains Quarters". He flopped onto the bed and grabbed the snail nearby, ringing for Law's snail. After a few rings the snail picked up and Luffy heard that familiar rasp.

"Mugiwara-ya."

"Traffy! Jinbe said you wanted me to call?"

"Yes. I just wanted to warn you that things here are… precarious. Approach with caution."

"How'd yah mean?" Luffy flopped onto his stomach with his legs kicking behind him as he listened.

"I'll explain in full detail once you all get here. Just be careful and call me when you arrive. I'll have Bepo escort your crew."

"Kay." Luffy swung his legs a little as he looked at the snail wearing Law's tired expression, complete with the dark eyebags. "Hey? Traffy?"

"What is it, Mugiwara-ya?"

Luffy pursed his lips then said "How do you know when someone's hiding something from you?"

Law was quiet for a moment then said "Body language. Tone. Eyes. Speech patterns. Those usually tell you. It's easier to tell when you are particularly close to this person. What happened?"

Luffy sighed and flipped over on his back "I think Sanji is hiding something. I don't know what it is though… I'm not good at this kinda stuff and I don't wanna worry the others."

"By others you mean your lovers?"

"Not just them. We all care about Sanji. He's family!" Luffy scratched his chest scar and said "We just left his family's castle a bit ago. I'd think he would be happy but… There's something else. Something he doesn't wanna tell us."

"Everyone is entitled to their own secrets Mugiwara-ya." Law said simply then exhaled, muttering something off to the side to someone before coming back to the call "If you're that worried then ask Blackleg-ya. But don't press for information if he's not willing. As his lover, that's a good way to make him not trust you."

"Right…" Luffy thought for a bit as he stared at the ceiling then said "Hey Torao?"

"What is it…"

"...If I ever asked you, would you marry us? I mean, Robin told me as a Captain I can marry whoever, but that kinda doesn't work for me since I'm the Captain."

Law went quiet for a bit, Luffy wondering if he hung up or something till that low raso came back "Perhaps. I'll have to think about it."

"Thanks Traffy~" Luffy chirped then sat up and said "Anything else?"

"Not till you get here. I don't want to say too much in case we are being overheard."

"Oooohhh… Okay. Bye!" Luffy hung up and set the snail aside, petting them before hopping out of bed and heading back outside.

Sanji sat in their collective room two hours into their journey. He flipped through the photo album, his eyes softening every time he came across a picture of his mother or Reiju and chuckling whenever he could see evidence of Reiju cutting out Judge's face. He pulled out his favorite photo then found a spare picture frame, sliding it inside. The frame was. A bit too big but nothing too annoying. Sanji set the picture on the nightstand and just stared at it fondly. It was that picture of his mother, Reiju and himself all smiling while she was in bed. He loved that photo the most.

"So that's your mother?" Sanji looked up to see Brook walking towards him and sitting on the bed next to him "She's beautiful."

"Thanks… She was, wasn't she?" Sanji leaned towards Brook and the skeleton happily put his arm around Sanji's waist "Quite a somber mood you're in my sweet. Understandable of course… Worried about your sister and Big Mom?"

"...Yeah. That." Sanji sighed heavily and closed his eyes as he felt Brook's fingers massage his lower back.

"We won't let them take you, Sanji." Brook said and reached his other hand down, touching under Sanji's chin to tilt their face up to his own "We all love you very much. You're ours and we're yours. Right?"

"...Right…" Sanji murmured, his eyes lidding at Brook's words. He knew the skeleton was truthful, Brook having the most loyal head -skull- on his shoulders even when asking women to see their panties. He bit his lower lip then slowly straddled Brook's lap, wrapping his arms around the man's neck as he said "I'd never cheat on you… You know that right?"

"Of course my dear. You're hardly the cheating type." Brook said but now wondered what brought this on.

"Yeah…" Sanji tucked his face under Brook's jaw and sighed contently as Brook's hands settled on his waist. It felt nice to be held.

Brook didn't press the subject further as he gently rubbed Sanji's shapely waist "Oh- I suppose we should get back to our sharing schedule?" Brook said with an amused tone.

"Eh… That was more for the beginning of all this than anything. Like a guideline." Sanji shrugged and glanced over at the paper calendar on the wall with his partner's names on it.

"True. We've gotten quite good at sharing haven't we?" Brook hummed and reached down, squeezing Sanji's butt and making the blonde blush as he squirmed.

"I guess." He inhaled sharply as he felt Brook's long finger slid between his cheeks then downwards, rubbing his perineum and sack. "Y-You've gotten bolder ever since Franky made you your p-penis…"

"I have. It's quite liberating to be able to pleasure you all how I've imagined." Brook's other hand caressed Sanji's thigh as he said "We don't have to have sex right now if you are not in the mood. Not like I'd be blue balled. Not that I have balls anyway! Yo ho ho~!"

Sanji smiled softly and leaned in, kissing Brook's jaw and said "Maybe later Brook? If that's alright. I just… Is intimate cuddling a thing?"

Brook chuckled at Sanji's shyness and said "It is. I have no problem supplying such a desire, my Love." Brook scooted backwards with Sanji still in his lap and laid back against the bed, stuffing a pillow under his head.

Sanji pulled his shirt off then glanced at the door before shimmying off his pants, leaving him in a pair of baby blue panties with dark blue satin ribbon weaving in and out of the top hem. He looked down at Brook and toyed with the man's dress shirt "Could you…? If you don't mind."

"For you?" Brook sat up and murmured "Anything, my sweet." He pulled off his cravat then unbuttoned his shirt and set it aside before laying back down.

Sanji grabbed a small pillow and popped it into the space between Brook's ribs and pelvis, chuckling as he said "Your spine isn't particularly forgiving for cuddling."

"Understandable." Brook held his arms out and Sanji gladly laid down on top of Brook, his cheek pressed to the skeleton's sternum.

The blond's fingers slowly traced each rib then curled his fingers around two, holding his chest as he closed his eyes. He felt Brook's cold hand slid up and down his shoulder and back before sliding down and into his panties, cupping an ass cheek and squeezing it gently. Sanji chuckled and said "You really like my underwear don't you?"

"And the body wearing them of course. You have quite a voluptuous behind Sanji dear." Brook complimented with another squeeze. "But as you know, I am partial to panties."

"Heh… Maybe next town we could go into a shop together and you could pick out some for me." Sanji said with a warm smile, his finger rubbing along the rib he was holding.

"Sounds like a wonderful plan." Brook actually liked that idea a lot then said "Would you ever wear more than just panties?"

"What do you mean?" The blonde cook asked curiously.

Brook's fingers absently rubbed Sanji's ass and lower back as he said "I mean along the lines of expanding your lingerie or even wearing women's clothing. I think tight waist and short dresses with deep cuts would look fabulous on you. As well as other feminine items…"

Sanji blushed heavily and said "Uh… I'll think about it."

"Mm." Brook was already daydreaming of a blushing Sanji wearing black lace stockings, garter belts, panties, and maybe even a small cup bra. Perhaps some makeup? The blonde already wore light makeup like a small amount of eyeshadow and eyeliner, but he wondered how Sanji would look with lipstick, bolder eyeshadow and blush? Maybe even mascara? Oh, their cook would look beautiful!

Sanji placed a soft kiss on Brook's chest then settled back down, enjoying the cuddle time he was having with Brook. He shifted slightly as he got comfortable, his right leg hitched up with the left straight. Brook hummed softly as his hand not in Sanji's panties went down and caressed Sanji's thigh, squeezing and slowly rubbing up and down. This was definitely what Sanji had in mind…

The cook made a small noise as he felt Brook's finger rub his pucker then along his taint, Sanji smiling a little as he murmured "Just can't keep your hands away hm?"

"Of course not. You did request intimate cuddling, did you not?" Brook mused "To which that means I may touch you as I please. No?"

"Mmm… It's fine…" Sanji rubbed his cheek on Brook's chest, smelling the black tea the skeleton drank earlier. He moaned softly as Brook gently rolled his fingertips up against his perineum. Not exactly aroused, but pleasantly buzzed like after a glass or two of wine. The soft touches felt like gentle licks of warm pleasure across his skin and in his loins, the cook spreading his legs a bit wider to give Brook easier access to his body.

"That's it my Heart… So beautiful…" Brook murmured lovingly, vaguely feeling the heat of Sanji's breath huffing on his ribs. He wished he could properly feel the heat of Sanji's body against his torso and hands. But at least he was blessed enough to see and hear the cute blonde softly moan and sigh on top of him.

They heard the door open and Brook went to quickly cover Sanji with the blanket when he noticed who it was. Usopp closed the door behind him and paused when he saw the two cuddling. "Oh. That looks nice. I was just thinking about taking a nap too." Usopp smiled brightly as he said "Mind if I join?"

"Of course not. Sanji?"

Sanji hummed and nodded as he mumbled sleepily "Come over here hunny…"

Usopp's heart fluttered at the pet name Sanji only used when he was feeling lovely and cuddly. He pulled off his suspenders and shoes before getting into bed in his boxers. He shuffled up to Sanji and Brook, his leg lifting to drape over Brook's clothes thigh and Sanji's straight leg. He smiled softly at Sanji's face, their eye open just a little to look at Usopp's face. Usopp reached out and tucked some hair behind Sanji's ear and caressed his cheek. "Feeling affectionate darling?"

"Mmm…" Sanji hummed and leaned his face towards Usopp's hand, kissing the palm then letting out a hot and shaky breath. "Nnh…"

"Sanji?" Usopp blinked then finally noticed Brook's slowly moving arm and hand in Sanji's panties. "Oooh. That kind of affectionate hm?"

"Mild stimulation for pleasure." Brook said happily, his finger pushing inwards a bit more and drawing another soft and lazy moan from Sanji.

"Fun." Usopp smiled and reached out, gently caressing Sanji's back and spine. He could feel Sanji twitching in pleasure and leaning into his touch, soaking up the attention like a sponge.

Sanji panted softly but didn't ask for more, he was content with the touches as it was and the gentle thrum of pleasure that made him feel desired. Wanted. Loved. After a few more minutes of brain numbing pleasure and tiredness, Sanji reached back and caressed Brook's arm and murmured "That's enough Brook…"

"Alright my dear." Brook eased his hand away from Sanji's genitals and gave his ass a last squeeze. He slid his hand up and down Sanji's back and said "Was that alright?"

"More than…" Sanji hummed and leaned up, kissing Brook's chin "Thank you my love…"

"My pleasure." Brook murmured and pressed his teeth to Sanji's forehead before relaxing back into the bed.

"SAAANJIIIIII!!!!" The door burst open to show Luffy walking in with a grin. He noticed the cuddle pile and gasped happily "Oh! Naked cuddle pile!" Luffy closed the door then stripped down to his skin as he jumped into bed, nestling himself between Brook and Sanji's legs with a giggle. He laid his head on Sanji's ass and grinned at Usopp "Shishishi~ I like naked cuddles~"

Usopp and Brook chuckled as Sanji rolled his eyes behind closed lids, the blonde reaching back and rubbing Luffy's head as their captain snuggled his ass. "We know Luf." Usopp smiled crookedly, joining Sanji's hand in ruffling the smaller man's hair.

"Zoro has first watch so he says he'll come down afterwards." Luffy noted then started lightly chewing on Sanji's left ass cheek in a fond gesture.

Sanji huffed at the chewing and swatted at Luffy's face "Oie. Knock it off. I'm not food."

"But Usopp calls you a snack all the time!" Luffy countered with a grin.

Sanji blushed at that as Brook laughed "Yo ho ho~! Very true! Sanji is quite delicious~"

"Oh shut up you two…" the blonde grumbled and buried his face in Brook's sternum.

Usopp chuckled and rubbed Sanji's back and said "Could you say it's our… compliments to the chef?"

Sanji choked as he stared into the space of Brook's now shaking ribs, the skeleton in tears he was laughing so hard. "Y-Yo ho ho ho~! OH-OH MY DEAR! YO HO HO~!"

"For f*cks sake…" Sanji groaned and rolled away, Luffy whining when he was dislodged from Sanji's comfortable ass "You guys are ridiculous." Sanji got off the bed and yanked on some pants before grabbing a cigarette and lighter "I'll be back." He waved as he walked away and out the door. Sanji walked over to the railing and leaned back on it as he stuck his cigarette in his mouth and lit it. He took a breath and Iooked up, seeing the lights on in the gym but dimmed so they weren't as obvious in the nighttime. Sanji pulled his cigarette from his lips as he exhaled and stared upwards thoughtfully before turning around and leaning his elbows on the rail with a soft sigh.

Chapter 11: Talk from the heart

Chapter Text

Zoro didn't join them for rest that night, nor the night after. When Usopp tried to ask Zoro about it, the swordsman just waved him off saying he just didn't feel like being in a pile of hot bodies at the moment.

Zoro just finished a training session when he decided to head down the ladder, the air cold in the dark of the night. He estimated it to be around ten at night. He was thinking about raiding the kitchen when he heard a loud clang and metallic twang, like a dropped guitar. It was a dropped guitar. Zoro jogged up to the helm and called out "Brook?" He looked around and frowned, seeing the left behind guitar near the wheel but Brook was not immediately in sight. He looked around the helm before noticing his boney lover pressed up against the back of the lion figurehead, his long legs drawn to their chest and face hidden in their knees. "Brook…?" Zoro slowly approached Brook then knelt down in front of him, "Hey… Are you okay?"

Brook hiccuped and shocked Zoro, the greenette not expecting to know Brook was… crying? The skeleton shook as he whispered "Y-Yorki…? Is that you?" Brook suddenly stood up and ran across the bow, reaching outwards as he ran "Madisuki! Wait for me! Captain Yorki! Mizuta!"

"Brook!" Zoro called out and ran after Brook as the skeleton almost tripped running down the stairs "sh*t- Brook!"

"Don't leave me! LABOON!" Brook cried out and ran at a railing, ghostly tears pouring down his face and ran straight into the wooden railing, tipping over it and heading towards the water.

"BROOK!" Zoro lunged forwards and grabbed Brook's left leg with both hands, holding on tight as he yanked the man back onto the ship.

Brook kicked at Zoro and screeched as he clawed back towards the railing "No! Let me go! Captain Yorki! Guys! Don't leave me alone!"

"Brook! Calm down!" Zoro yanked Brook backwards by his suit and firmly wrapped his arms around the man's rib cage "You're on the Sunny! Relax Brook!"

"No! No!" Brook struggled to tear out of Zoro's arms and kept sobbing hysterically "MY CREW! I-I need-!"

"BROOK!" Zoro all but screamed and buried his face into the man's shoulder.

Brook finally seemed to snap out of his episode and broke down shaking and sobbing, leaning back into Zoro's arms as he cried to the sky and the two of them fell to their knees. Neither realized that their screaming and running had drawn a small crowd. Nami, Franky, Robin, Sanji and Usopp were standing together watching quietly, Nami holding a hand to her mouth as silent tears fell from her eyes. Sanji was quietly crying too as he leaned heavily on Usopp, the sniper putting a firm arm around his blonde lover. Franky was sobbing almost as much as Brook was and trying to hide it behind a huge blue hand.

After a few hiccups from Brook, Sanji rubbed his eyes and slowly approached the two. Zoro noticed him first and watched as Sanji went up beside Brook and hugged him tightly, Usopp following suit on the other side. Brook kept shaking as he let his lovers hold him while he came down from his episode, gasping softly with each breath.

Sanji sniffled then whispered "You're not alone anymore Brook… We're here for you…"

Brook hiccuped then whispered "I'm sorry… I'm sorry…"

"You don't have anything to apologize for Brook." Usopp said and rubbed his cheek in Brook's shoulder fondly.

Zoro rested his cheek between Brook's shoulder blades as he just held onto the shaking skeleton, worried if he let go the man would just try to throw himself overboard again. It was foolish of them to think that Brook wouldn't be permanently traumatized by not only his whole crew dying in such a horrible manner, but Brook having to live with his crew's dead bodies for fifty years alone on a ghost ship, suffering alone with severe survivor's guilt. The man had clearly gone insane at some point and just barely covered it with his skull jokes and musical prowess.

Zoro clung to Brook's clothes as he closed his eyes and kept holding on, listening and feeling Brook's sobs slowly ease into shaky breaths and sniffles. Brook's arms slowly wrapped around Usopp and Sanji, bringing them in closer like he needed them in his arms to prove to himself he wasn't dreaming.

Nami and Franky retreated back to bed while Robin walked behind Zoro as she said "I'll take the watch tonight. You four go to bed."

"Thank you." Sanji called out softly then stood up and held his hands down towards Brook "Come on Brook. Up on your feet."

Brook sniffed and reached out, looking over as Usopp offered his hand as well. He grabbed both of them and let them yank him onto his feet, Zoro assisting as he gently pushed on Brook's back. Zoro stood up and watched as Usopp led the way back towards the bedroom, Sanji lingering behind and looking towards Zoro. The greenette glanced away and Sanji sighed then reached out, grabbing Zoro's hand as he said "Come with us. Or I swear I'll have Usopp tie your dumbass up and attach you to the bed."

Zoro couldn't help a small chuckle at that and nodded "Fine." He watched Sanji tighten their grip and pull as he walked back towards their bedroom. When they got inside, Luffy was sprawled lengthwise over the bed like an octopus, snoring and drooling while mumbling about meat.

Usopp facepalmed and whispered "He's like a cat! Move one minute and he takes up all available space!"

"Not surprised at this point." Sanji smiled crookedly then motioned for Zoro to help him. They each got a hold of Luffy's arms and legs then maneuvered their Captain into a proper position, the rubber man snorting in his sleep and rolling over, arm draped over the edge of the bed and a leg poking out as well. Sanji walked over to Brook who was kind of just staring at the bed blankly -more than usual- and put a hand on his arm. "Brook?"

"..."

Brook kept staring so Sanji sighed softly and took his skeletal hands into his own and murmured "Come to bed my Love…" Brook just kept quiet but slowly walked towards the bed, taking off his shoes out of habit rather than consciously doing so. Sanji pulled his robe off and hung it on the hook next to the bed before getting onto the bed, gently pulling Brook to follow suit.

Zoro hesitated before undressing to his boxers and getting into bed as well, tugging a dead-asleep Luffy into his side. The rubber man gladly rolled over and flopped a leg and arm over Zoro to hug him, holding him like a body pillow. Zoro was now between Luffy and Sanji, the blonde coaxing Brook into bed and laying down with him. Usopp was on the other side doing his best as well, smiling softly as he pet Brook's arm gently. When Usopp went to go turn off the lamp, Brook finally spoke:

"Don't turn off the light…"

It was barely a whisper but they all heard it. Sanji's heart wrenched and Usopp nodded, just dimming the light a little before getting back into bed "Okay Brook." Usopp snuggled up to Brook's side and said "It's okay…"

Brook stared at the ceiling as he slowly reached for Sanji and Usopp's hands, his voice scared and soft "...I'm afraid if I can't see you… I'll be back on the ship… Back there… With nothing but the sound of my footsteps to accompany me…"

"Brook…" Sanji felt tears trickle down his face again as he snuggled into Brook's side and said "You're not… You're here with us on the Sunny. You're never going back there. You'll always be with us. We love you Brook…"

"Yeah. He's right." Usopp agreed and reached up, placing a hand over where Brook's heart used to be, Sanji reaching over and doing the same.

Brook hiccuped and reached up to his boney face, wiping under his sockets and his nose as he whispered "Thank you… Thank you all for finding me that day… Without you… I would still be there… Debating on if I should just jump into the water and rid myself of this curse…"

Brook made a small noise as a hand gently took his skeletal hand away from his face, looking over to see Zoro reaching over Sanji's head to hold his hand. Zoro glanced over at him silently then looked back up at the ceiling, squeezing Brook's hand. Brook sniffled and if he had a heart it would swell with love and appreciation. Zoro let go of his hand since it was an awkward position but the sentiment was very much appreciated.

Sanji turned onto his side and coaxed Brook to do the same, Usopp turning as well and snuggling into Brook's back with an arm draped over the man's bone thin waist. Sanji looked Zoro over quietly then reached up and caressed his jaw then up higher to trace his scar. Zoro sighed softly into the touch, leaning towards it. Sanji smiled softly then leaned in, kissing Zoro's cheek before looking back at Brook, kissing his jaw. He reached his arms out both ways to touch Usopp's arm and gently ran his fingers through Luffy's hair with a tender fondness. "Sleep well everyone…"

Zoro grunted in reply and kept his arm around Luffy as he snaked his other arm around Sanji, holding him close as he closed his eye. Usopp sighed contently and mumbled "G'night…"

"Sleep well… My Hearts…" Brook whispered, his arm overlapping Zoro's on Sanji's waist and intertwining their fingers together. Brook didn't sleep or let himself drift off, he just… watched his lovers fall asleep, letting himself relax into their embrace. His trauma induced illusion still haunted him with the image of his smiling dead crew, but he kept his vision on Zoro, Luffy and Sanji to ward away the ghosts of his past.

The next morning Brook was still a bit detached from reality, not really recognizing when someone was talking to him until they touched his arm asking if he heard them. This time, it was Robin who gently touched his arm as he was staring out to sea blankly. "Huh?" Brook looked down and muttered "Ah… Forgive me… Were you talking to me my dear?"

Robin smiled softly and said "Brook, I'd like to talk to you about something."

"Oh… Okay…" Brook quietly walked with her and was confused when they went into the kitchen. There at the table he saw Zoro, Luffy and most confusingly: Franky, Jinbe and Nami. "Robin? What is this?"

Robin led him to sit down and said "We wanted to talk to you about something we all have in common."

"We understand you are still afflicted by your past." Jinbe said with a nod.

"Or more specifically…" Nami sighed and said "Survivor's guilt."

"Survi- Nami, Robin, Zoro? I don't…" Brook tried to get the words out but didn't know what to say.

"It's alright Brook." Zoro said firmly and reached over, putting a hand on Brook's arm. "Last night gave me- us, an insight on how blind we've been and neglectful of your mental health. It was foolish of us to think otherwise…"

Robin nodded and said "Each of us has a variation of Survivor's Guilt that eats away at our very soul. But… with help, we get through our darkest times."

Luffy nodded, a serious look on his face with his arms crossed. "What they said."

Zoro rolled his eyes then said "We wanted you to know you're not alone in dealing with this."

"Sure, none of us were adrift for fifty years!" Franky spoke up with an oddly warm and soft smile "But we still understand your pain Skull-bro."

Brook Iooked around and put a hand over his chest as he said "I… I do not know what to say…"

Jinbe smiled warmly and said "I know I am still new to this group, but you may count on me for emotional support with such a thing as this. My old captain, Fisher Tiger, was gravely injured and died in front of our eyes when we were unable to help. I have lived with the guilt of this for many years now, as have many of my old crew of Sun Pirates. Even as a warlord, many things happened I was unable to prevent due to my position or ill timing."

Brook looked Jinbe over then towards Luffy who nodded gravely before saying "I don't want you to be alone on night shifts anymore Brook. Okay?" Luffy smiled brightly as he said "Until we think you won't be jumping overboard-" Brook choked at that in embarrassment "-We'll have a buddy system with you when you're on lookout duty."

"I understand Captain…"

Luffy's smile softened into a sad one and said "I'm not worried for you just as your Captain, Brook. I'm worried as your boyfriend too." He sighed and tilted his head as he said "Don't get me wrong, I've had thoughts of jumping ship in my darkest moments, but thinking of my crew, my family, and you guys, it's always brought me back. Ever since Ace… I've vowed never to let someone die in front of me again. Never again…"

It was an odd vow to make in Brook's opinion with how unpredictable the sea was and their dangerous lives, but the sentiment and serious tone made Brook want to believe him. Nami smiled softly and said "I know you joined a long time after I did, but my own past is… something I'd rather forget honestly. But, it happened and no amount of crying and praying will bring back the dead."

"Unless your name is Brook apparently." Robin said with a light tone.

Brook let out a chuckle at that and said "Very true."

"That is to say-" Robin motioned to everyone with her hand and looked at Brook "We're here for you."

"Think of this as a support group!" Franky said with a grin then pointed a thumb towards Zoro "It was Zoro-bro's super idea actually!"

Zoro blushed a little and grumbled but nodded "We're here for you. No matter what you need."

"As a friend." Nami said with a smile.

"Or a lover." Zoro said, holding Brook's hand.

Brook held Zoro's hand then said "I am surprised to not see Sanji here with us."

Zoro rolled his eye and said "Love Cook insisted it was a different kind of trauma and that he didn't feel Survivor's Guilt since Zeff is alive and- even with a missing leg- well."

"Fair enough." Brook nodded once then sighed and said "I am sorry for making you all worry about me last night."

"Trauma is nothing to apologize for." Robin said firmly but smiled warmly all the same.

"We all have ghosts that haunt us." Franky said with a nod "But having super awesome friends definitely helps a lot! I mean, when was the last time you had an episode like that?"

"Not since we were separated." Brook admitted "During a particularly low time during my performing career, I scared my managers when I started crying out of nowhere and screaming for my old crew. They didn't know what to do so they ah… threw water at me."

Luffy snorted at that and said "Did it work?"

"Oddly yes." Brook chuckled "I was quite mortified at the time though."

"Shock does tend to bring people out of their mental attacks." Jinbe added then said "Though it's not advised. Especially not ah… water or any liquids."

"Yo ho ho~ I'd assume not." Brook fidgeted then said "I am quite flattered that all of you did this for me. If I had skin on my face it would be blushed red!"

"Come in!" Sanji walked into the galley, pulling his cigarette from his lips as he said "How's it going in here?" He walked up behind Brook and leaned over, pecking his cheek bone "How are you feeling Love?"

"Better already thank you." Brook reached up and patted Sanji's cheek.

Sanji smiled warmly then stood up straight as he walked towards the kitchen "I need to do prep. Just ignore me."

"I think we're done anyway." Robin assured with a smile.

"Do you feel better Brook?" Luffy rocketed himself over the table and sat in Brook's lap, wrapping his stretchy arms a few times around Brook's neck and chest as he smiled up at the musician.

"Much." Brook reached up and pet Luffy's hair fondly, his other hand petting his Captain's thigh and waist "I cannot express my surprise and gratitude for all of you…" Brook looked up at everyone as Luffy snuggled into his chest. "You didn't have to…"

"You're our bro!" Franky declared with a huge grin "Of course we'd help yah!"

"We're family Brook." Robin smiled warmly then stood "If you'll excuse me."

Nami watched her leave then stood as well and put a hand on Brook's shoulder "You're always welcome to talk to any of us Brook. Alright?"

"Thank you my dear. Now, if I may inquire about seeing your pan-"

Nami didn't even get to hit him as a metal ladle came flying from the kitchen and smacked Brook in the forehead. Sanji pulled his cigarette from his lips and said coolly as smoke curled from his lips "No panty privileges for a week."

"Sanji!" Brook gasped in horror then managed to untangle Luffy from himself then crawled into the kitchen, hugging Sanji's leg as he whimpered "Don't be like that my dear! I cannot live without your beautiful panties! Ah- But I am already dead…"

Sanji groaned and pinched his nose with a blush as Brook's hands slid up his calf and thigh to grope his ass. "Pervert skeleton…" Sanji inhaled his cigarette then exhaled with a sigh and said "One day."

"How generous~!" Brook rubbed his cheek on Sanji's leg fondly.

"Now get off!" Sanji sputtered as Brook squeezed his ass cheeks "Before I make it a month!"

"No!" Brook gasped and crawled backwards.

"You guys have such a weird dynamic…" Nami mumbled and exited the kitchen rubbing her eyes. Franky just snickered as Jinbe chuckled and motioned for Franky to come with him out of the galley.

Zoro scoffed at Sanji and Brook, watching them fondly before getting up and walking over as Brook got up off the floor. He clasped Brook on the shoulder as he said "You sure you're doing alright Brook?"

"I'll be fine for now." Brook said softly and put his hand over Zoro's, rubbing his hand with his cold thumb "I appreciate all of this though. What you did for me. I suppose it is… nice to know I can talk to someone about what troubles me."

"Of course." Zoro nodded then lashed a hand out, snagging Luffy by his collar before he could land on Sanji's back "Oie! No rockets in the kitchen! Curly warned you about that before, remember?"

"Awwww…" Luffy grumbled but nodded and waited for Zoro to put him down before slinking up behind Sanji and snuggling up against his back. Sanji paused for a moment then kept working. As long as Luffy didn't steal ingredients or bother him too much he didn't mind their Captain snuggling behind him.

Zoro watched for a bit then looked at Brook "Wanna train together for a bit?"

"I'd be delighted." Brook replied with a head nod then followed Zoro out to the large desk of their ship. He unsheathed his cane sword as Zoro pulled out only two swords, adjusting his stance as he stared at his skeleton lover. Brook took on a fencer's stance as they waited together, waiting for a signal. They got it as they heard Sanji yell at Luffy for something, the two suddenly lunging in unison and clashing metal in a deadly dance. When it came to casual training like this, they stuck to some rules for Franky's sake: no Haki and no special power moves. It was just footwork and steel as they whirled around the deck together in their personal form of foreplay and training.

The next few days heading towards Zou are gone in a flash, Brook thankfully not having any attacks with the amount of attention he gets and that he is almost constantly in someone's presence. When they do finally reach Zou, everyone is in awe of the gigantic elephant slowly walking in the ocean. Nami stared upwards and muttered "No wonder no one can ever find it unless you have a lead… It's always moving!"

"How fascinating!" Brook gasped and clasped their hands together.

"Hey look!" Luffy pointed upwards with a giant grin as something long fell towards them. A sh*tty looking ladder descended and along with it was a scroll.

Robin used her foral hands to grab the ladder and attach it to the boat as Franky anchored the ship to the large leg. She grabbed the scroll and opened it, reading it over then said "The others are above. Kanjuro made this ladder so we can climb up."

"Cool!" Luffy chirped and decided to rocket himself high above the ladder then latch on, giving himself a lead.

"Oh for-" Sanji sighed and said "I'll catch up with him…" He shoved his hands into his pockets as he jumped upwards then kicked off the air, sky walking upwards to catch up to their laughing captain.

"We should head up quickly as well." Robin said and started ascending the ladder, Nami right behind her.

Jinbe looked after Luffy with a small amused smile then looked at Zoro. "Zoro! Can you tell our Captain that my temporary leave has arrived? I will meet you all again soon."

"Oh right." Zoro waved a hand and said "Stay safe. Luffy would be upset if you didn't come back."

"Of course." Jinbe bowed and said "I'd ask for you all to stay safe but I feel that might be asking too much." He said with a playful tone.

Zoro scoffed and said "You're not wrong."

Jinbe gave the rest of the crew a nod before jumping off the side of the railing, Usopp screeching and running over to the side as he watched Jinbe go under "Holy crap! He's insane!"

"He's a fishman, remember Usopp?" Brook laughed and patted Usopp's shoulder, the skeleton not able to see Jinbe rushing off under the water.

"Oh- Right…" Usopp slumped with a blush before heading towards the ladder.

The rest of the crew made their way up the ladder and after quite a long trek, they made their way to the top. At the entrance of a broken gate was Bepo munching on a piece of fruit, Luffy next to him happily stuffing his face with fruit as well. Sanji was nowhere to be seen but since Luffy wasn't panicked they didn't freak out about it.

Luffy noticed his crew and waved happily "Hey guys!"

"Oh-" Bepo stood up and bowed his head "I'm sorry."

Brook chucked and waved a hand "No need to say sorry! Now, where is everyone? And where did Sanji go?

"They're waiting for us back at the camp. Sanji went ahead of us. Something about wanting to look around?" Bepo said with a small smile.

"Lead the way!" Luffy chirped "I'm excited to see Torao!" He started chanting Law's nickname as he marched forwards with a huge grin and his head bobbing side to side.

"Let's not linger too long then and keep them waiting." Robin said with a smile "Lead on Bear."

Bepo nodded and waved for them to follow him. As they started walking along a path, Bepo spoke up happily "I was actually born here. I don't remember much since I left pretty early… But I just wanna warn you guys that everyone who lives here is- well- like me."

"Like you? In what way?" Robin asked curiously.

"We're all animals that walk and talk and stuff." Bepo tilted his head a little as he said "And um… You guys all saw the broken gate right?" When everyone vocalized that they did, Bepo sighed and looked ahead as he said "Cap'n can explain it better than I can, but just be aware that Zou is in a vulnerable state right now. When we got here a week ago… Everyone was on the verge of death."

"On my Gods…" Nami murmured and covered her mouth.

"Who did it?" Zoro spoke curiously "I'm assuming there was a fight?"

"There was." Bepo nodded and said "I'll let Law explain when we get to him. It's… It's pretty bad…"

"I see…" Zoro murmured, looking around the forest. Just from observing their surroundings he can tell some large animals or beings have been causing a large amount of chaos in the forest.

It took another twenty minutes of walking but they walked towards large leaves blocking their way in the woods, two guards standing at the entrance. Luffy gaped openly at the wounded but stern Minks, stars in his eyes as he grinned excitedly.

Bepo smiled shyly and waved at them, the gazelle and lion smiling at Bepo in a friendly manner. "Who are these-gara humans?" The lion asked with a suspicious gaze.

"They're my Cap'n's allies!" Bepo declared.

"Oh!" The gazelle gasped then said "Our saviors allies! Of course!"

They moved the gate aside and they were greeted with a thunderous " GARACHU !"

Everyone was kind of stunned at the overwhelming gladness that they were greeted with, a rush of Mink coming towards them as they walked into the camp.

"Luffy-dono!" Kin'emon came running over to them with a wide grin, waving a hand as tears prickled in his eyes "It is so good to see you all!"

"Kin'emon!" Luffy gasped and launched himself at the samurai, hugging him with a laugh "You guys made it!"

"Of course! With Law-dono's help it was with ease!"

"Not sure if I call "almost genocide" something of ease, Samurai-ya."

"Torao!" Luffy unattached himself from Kin'emon and immediately collided with Law, the surgeon stumbling backwards and falling on his back as his face turned bright red.

"Mugiwara-ya!" Law hissed, Luffy laughing and nuzzling his face into Law's neck "Get off!"

"I'm so happy to see you!"

"Tsh… Swordsman-ya!" Law shouted out "Get your Captain off me!"

"Come on Luf." Zoro chuckled and reached down, tugging on Luffy's shirt "Let the guy breathe."

Luffy pouted but sat up in Law's lap instead of just laying on him. Law huffed and sat up, pushing on Luffy's chest as he looked up at Zoro "No troubles on your travels I hope?"

"Not really" Zoro shook his head and crossed his arms. "Though there was something I wanted to talk to you about in private later on."

"Alright." Law's eye twitched and he yelled "GET OFF ALREADY!"

"Fiiiine~!" Luffy jumped up and grinned as Law got up and patted himself off.

The tattooed Captain glared at Luffy then addressed the whole crew as they were Garachu'd, ignoring the fact Brook was now getting chased around by persistent dog-type Minks "There are many things we need to discuss. One of which being the state of Zou. It would seem our common enemy has… affected this island as well."

"Kaido??" Nami said warily.

Usopp squeaked and hid behind Zoro as he stuttered "K-Kaido?? He was here??"

"One of his subordinates was." Law crossed his arms as he said "Jack the Drought." He nodded towards the townsfolk and said "When we first got here everything was- in short- not good. He used a poisonous gas to try and kill everyone after going on a rampage."

"Poison??" Chopper squeaked in shock "Has everyone been cured?? Any after effects or lingering residue we need to worry about??"

Law shook his head and said "No. I took care of everything. There is no residual poison in Zou to worry about and everyone has been cured. Their wounds just need to heal up and they'll all be fine." His eyes drifted to Bepo for a moment then back to the group "Either way…" he sighed and rubbed his temple "They want to throw a party for all of you since you're my allies."

"A party?!" Luffy jumped excitedly and grinned "Yahoo! With lots of meat?!"

Zoro and Robin looked over as they saw Brook run by screaming and still being chased by dog-type Minks. Law rubbed his eyes then said "I'm going back to my crew for now." He looked over towards Brook and called out "Wanda-ya!"

A single dog skidded to a stop then ran over to the group, a small blush on her face as she licked her maw "Ah! Hello!" She smiled brightly at everyone and said "Forgive us-teia for… loving your friend Baron Corpse! We dog-type Mink have a fond love for bones and well…" she glanced over as Brook scrambled up a high tree and clung to the branches above.

"He IS irresistible isn't he?" Usopp joked and elbowed Zoro who just rolled his eyes.

"Nonetheless!" Wando smiled brightly and said "We all welcome to you-teia a feast to welcome the friends of our saviors! Us Minks love having any reason to celebrate and throw a party!"

"Say no more!" Franky grinned and slammed his forearms together as he shouted "Sounds like a SUPER good time!"

Usopp looked around then looked at Wanda as Law walked away with Bepo "Hey Wanda? Where's Sanji? He's the blonde guy with the curly brows. Probably fawning over some busty girl or guy?"

Wanda giggled "Oh! Sanji! Yes we've met him already. He's become quite fond of our greeting! But at the moment I believe he is in the kitchens making a meal for everyone in the medical ward." She sighed fondly "Such a kind man! Doesn't even know us but offered such kindness!"

"Sounds like our Cook." Robin said fondly with a smile.

"Well! All of you are in capable hands for now!" Kin'emon proclaimed with a nod "I must return to Kanjuro! We have much to discuss with Momo-sa- Momo-kun!" He smiled awkwardly before running off.

Nami raised a suspicious eyebrow after Kin'emon but didn't say anything further. Soon enough they were being led away and upwards into a building. After several dozen Garachu's the party started with drinks and food being passed around, Luffy's eyes sparkling as he shoved meat after meat chunk into his stretchy gullet. Zoro of course was throwing back his drink gladly while trying to ward off the overly friendly Minks, tugging Usopp closer to him with a territorial growl and bared teeth.

Unsurprisingly Chopper looked the most at home amongst the Minks. While he was a reindeer with a devil fruit power, he warmly embraced the nuzzling and nibbling Mink gestures with glad tidings.

Down below in the woods, Sanji wandered about with a small glowing fruit in his hands, the darkened woods quite beautiful at night. He realized the party must have ended because he couldn't hear the music anymore. Sanji flushed as he looked around, clicking his tongue as he muttered "Ah crap… I'm lost. The Marimo must be spreading his algae…" His Haki sensed something nearby and he grounded himself, narrowing his eyes as he called out "O-Oie! Who's there!"

A cloaked figure dropped down from above and tipped their hat from their face, a dim glow of a cigarette illuminating yellow fur and black spots "Are you-gara lost? You-gara must be the allies Law spoke of."

"I am." Sanji eyed the jaguar then said "Who are you?"

"Ah. Forgive me for not introducing myself." The jaguar swept into a bow then stood back up "My name is Pedro."

"Sanji. And yes. I kinda got turned around a bit, unfortunately."

"I believe your friends are heading towards Master Cat Viper." He looked up at the sky as he said as he walked closer "It is past six. The night time beckons, it is our time to guard Zou."

"Time?" Sanji frowned a little and said "I heard something about six o'clock earlier…"

"Oh, and…" Pedro stepped closer and leaned in, rubbing his cheek along Sanji's cheek and neck as he rasped in a smoker's husk "Garachu, Sanji…"

Sanji burned bright red and muttered "G-Garachu Pedro…" He couldn't help but notice how soft their fur was. He wanted to run his hands through his facial and neck fur so badly but knew it would probably come across as creepy.

Pedro chuckled and said "I've heard many foreigners find our greeting a bit odd. Did I make you-gara uncomfortable? Your face is quite red."

Sanji felt his face burn hotter as he stuttered "No it-it's fine! I don't mind. I just… It's a me thing."

"I see." Pedro glanced around then looked back at Sanji "Shall we head out together? I am sure your-gara friends are looking for you."

"Oh. Yes. Of course." Sanji walked with Pedro and felt something tug in his chest he hasn't felt since before the two year gap. It was scary but his heart was so full of love he couldn't help but keep side eyeing the handsome Mink next to him. He pulled a cigarette out and looked over when the Mink reached out, his fingers going to the tip and zapping it. "Gh-?!" Sanji almost dropped his cigarette in surprise as Pedro just chuckled and puffed on his own cigarette.

"Did I scare you?"

"Uh- no. Just… surprised." Sanji was feeling a bit of a flashback of when Ace used to light his cigarette for him, the fire user hitting on him quite heavily until he realized his younger brother already had claims on him.

"Heh. Alright." Pedro smiled toothily at Sanji then looked ahead as they walked. "So, tell me about yourself? When I got close to you-gara earlier, I could smell a lot of herbs on your skin and clothes. Do you-gara cook?"

"Yes. I'm my Captain's chef." He pulled his cigarette from his lips and exhaled then said "I can fight when I need to as well. I don't use my hands unless I'm cooking so my style is very kick-based. How about you?"

"I'm a swordsman mainly but I have no problem using my-gara fists and claws when need be." Pedro tongued at his cigarette then said "I like to cook as well. Probably not to your-gara extent as a trained chef, but well enough to enjoy what I make."

"Oh." Sanji said with a small surprised tone and smiled around his cigarette "I would love to try local Mink cuisine. I didn't really get to indulge in the feast earlier."

"That won't do." Pedro frowned and said "After you-gara meet with your friends you should try to get something to eat. Or if you-gara so permit me, I'd love to make you something."

Sanji blushed a little at the offer. It wasn't often someone wanted to cook for him. Maybe it was a friendly Mink custom? It would be rude to say no… Sanji puffed on his cigarette then said "I'd… love that. After I make sure everyone got up here safely of course." He looked towards Pedro and said "You mentioned a Master Cat Viper?"

"Yes. He is the Ruler of the Night. Zou has two rulers: Duke Dogstorm and Master Cat Viper. The Duke rules during daytime hours until six o'clock. Then, my Master, takes control and looks over our homeland."

"So they never see each other?" Sanji asked curiously.

"Not unless they wanted to fight to the death." Pedro said with a grave tone "They-gara don't particularly like each other. They-gara agree on equal power but that's pretty much it."

"I see. How interesting…" The chef murmured as they walked, "Reminds me of how me and the Marimo used to be. Couldn't stand each other in the beginning." He chuckled "We were constantly at each other's throats. Fighting tooth and nail and butting heads pretty much every day. I hated him."

"What changed?" Pedro asked with a tilt of his head.

Sanji pulled his cigarette from his lips and exhaled with a fond expression "Mm… One day we just decided to stop being absolute bastards to each other. I mean, we still bicker and fight, but at the end of the day we're crewmates and the wings of our Captain."

"Well that's good to hear. It's not good to have bad blood amongst crewmates." Pedro nodded.

After Pedro commandeered a Gator to ride on, they soon walked into the Guardian Dwelling that was inside the Whale Forest. Sanji looked around the lively yet wrecked town as he said "I see that Jack guy was here too… That's what the others told me."

"Yes." Pedro nodded once and said "But we-gara are alive. That's all that matters. Buildings can be rebuilt." Pedro halted the gator and hopped off, holding a hand up towards Sanji.

The blonde blushed a little and took Pedro's hand, accepting the assistance. Together they approached the housing of Cat Viper, the Straw Hat crew already heard from the inside. Sanji could hear Chopper yelling something from the inside, something obviously working up their usually sweet reindeer crewmate.

When they walked inside they saw Chopper scolding a grinning and VERY large feline who looked not at all bashful that Chopper was yelling at him. Apparently the cat just taken a bath even after all his strenuous wounds and even Law's advice to not do so.

Sanji chuckled and smiled crookedly as he watched his crew that didn't even notice him yet. Eventually a female deer noticed Pedro and smiled brightly "Ah! Captain Pedro!"

"Captain?" Sanji raised a curled brow towards Pedro and said accusingly "I would've thought you'd introduce yourself as that earlier…"

"Ah… Slipped my mind I suppose." Pedro shrugged and stubbed his cigarette before approaching the deer and greeting her with a polite Garachu. "Wanda. It's good to see you-gara. How is everything?"

"Good so far! Doctor Chopper has been very helpful in Master Cat Viper's recovery!" She motioned to the pissed off looking reindeer stabbing a syringe into the large cat who squeaked indignantly then fainted.

"I can see that." Pedro chuckled and looked over at Sanji "You-gara sure have a very lively crew."

"Mmm… Never a dull moment." Sanji smiled crookedly then walked towards his crew where Luffy was cackling hysterically as Zoro grumbled about how pathetic the cat was for being afraid of needles. "Hey guys." He pulled his cigarette from his lips and exhaled as Brook managed to come over to them. He sighed and tsked his tongue as he reached out and tugged on Brook's shirt "What did they do to you my dear? I hope there aren't any teeth marks…"

"I hope so as well…" Brook somehow managed to grimace even as a skull and look sadly at his torn pants.

"I can check for you later if you want~"

"Yo ho?" Brook chuckled and reached up to entangle his fingers with Sanji's where they were touching his ribs showing through a rip "I'd like that very much."

Sanji smirked then let go and walked over to Luffy, giving him a kick as he scolded him for laughing at the Night Ruler of Zou.

Pedro watched for a bit then looked at the group as he said "I think I speak for everyone when I offer a space for all of you to rest up here. It would be quite rude of us to assume you'd climb all the way back down to your ship just for the night."

"That's quite generous of you." Robin said with a warm smile.

"...For free?" Nami inquired with a skeptical eye.

Wanda giggled and nodded "Of course! You-teia are our guests!"

"Well how lovely of you~!" Nami gushed and wiggled up to Wanda with a pleased "Garachu Wanda~!"

Wanda gladly returned the greeting as Zoro rolled his eyes. Pedro looked around then spotted Sanji again, watching him and finding himself liking how the cook smiled as he talked to Usopp and Brook. He groomed himself for a moment before walking up to Sanji and clearing his throat "Sanji." When the blonde looked over he gave a short bow of his head as he said "My offer to make you dinner still stands if you so wish."

Sanji seemed to roll his tongue in his mouth before saying with a small blush and smile "Only if I can take some of my crew with me."

"Oh. Of course." Pedro had hoped to have this time as a private dinner with Sanji but he supposed it was an appropriate response to dining with a stranger.

"Dinner? How lovely." Brook nodded and looked at Sanji "Who do you want to bring with you my dear?"

Sanji rolled his eyes and said "You, Usopp and possibly Zoro. I dont want to curse Pedro with the black hole that is Luffy's stomach."

"A fair point! Yo ho ho~!" Brook laughed.

"Oh did I hear dinner?" Usopp walked over and propped an elbow on Sanji's shoulder with a smile towards Pedro "The four of us won't be a problem will it?"

"No. It'll be fine." Pedro pointed towards a specific high up house and said "That one over there is mine. I'll need an hour to prepare."

"Do you want some help?" Sanji offered.

"Oh, I-gara would like that actually." Pedro smiled softly and said "Shall we go to the night market? I'm sure you'll enjoy it."

"Sounds wonderful." Sanji nodded to Usopp "I'll see you two and Zoro in an hour?"

"Count me out." Zoro gruffed as he walked by, dragged luffy by the collar as he walked by "Someone has to keep this idiot in check."

Usopp snickered as Luffy whined at him and crossed his arms as he was dragged away. "I just wanted to try the giant pineapple!"

"For the last time Luffy! They're houses! You can't eat someone's house!"

"Why noooooot?!"

Sanji sighed and looked towards Pedro "Shall we?"

Pedro chuckled with a nod and led Sanji away from the group. Brook looked after the two and once they were out of ear shot he Iooked down at Usopp "I have the strangest feeling that Pedro is interested in our dear Sanji."

"You think?" Usopp raised an eyebrow up at Brook.

"Mm. Perhaps at dinner we could hold back on some affection and see how this unfolds."

"You want Pedro to flirt with Sanji?" Usopp asked incredulously.

"I have no problem with it." Brook chuckled "Once he makes his intentions clear, we'll show that he is most definitely not single. But, we are pirates. I have no problem letting young Iove or even a fleeting affection blossom. Seeing such love warms me right to the bone! Yo ho ho ho~!" Brook laughed then said "That goes for anyone in our group. If they want to branch out to others while still staying with us, I see no problem with it."

"Huh…" Usopp looked after wherever Sanji and the Jaguar disappeared off too.

"Wait we can???" Luffy gasped and jumped on Zoro's back, wrapping his legs around the swordsman's waist as he grinned "Does that mean I can kiss Traffy???"

Usopp, Zoro and Nami choked and looked at Luffy with wide eyes, Robin just giggling behind her hand as Franky snickered. "Wait… You like that creepy surgeon guy…?" Usopp whispered like Law was going to pop out of the shadows at any moment to cut him up.

Luffy pouted and put his chin on Zoro's shoulder "Torao isn't creepy…" He tilted his head and said as he plucked at Zoro's shirt "I like him…"

"Have you told him?" Robin asked.

"Uh… Nope!" Luffy grinned then hopped off Zoro and crossed his arms as he shrugged "Never came up." He looked at Usopp then Zoro "You guys aren't upset right? I mean… I've liked him since we first met at the auction house!"

"For two years??" Usopp gasped in shock.

"Oh Luffy…" Nami murmured.

Zoro thought for a moment before saying "I guess I don't have a problem with it if everyone else doesn't. It's your life and you're the Captain."

Usopp sighed and nodded "I guess I can agree with Zoro and Brook on this one." He eyed Luffy and said "Him though? Really? …Why?"

Luffy giggled and grinned as he rocked on his feet "Cause! He's funny and strong and I like him!" He nodded firmly as he said "I know he's a bit… what did you call it Robin?"

"Macabre." Robin offered.

"Right! That! But we're pirates! What does that matter?" He pointed at Brook "He's a skeleton and we love him! What's so weird about liking someone like Traffy?"

Brook chuckled and looked down at Usopp "He makes a fair point Usopp-dear."

"I guess." Usopp shrugged and smiled softly at his energetic boyfriend "Whatever makes you happy Luf. Just make sure he treats yah right. And if he hurts you in a way you don't like I'll kick his ass!"

"Shishishi~ I'd love to see that~" Luffy launched himself at Usopp and hugged him in a grapple as he kissed his cheek "Soooooo~?"

Usopp hugged Luffy back with a sigh "Go for it Luf. If it makes you happy."

"Yay!" Luffy hopped off and started running away.

"Wh-Where are you going??" Usppp called out.

"Ima find Torao!"

Zoro chuckled and rested a hand on Wano as he said "Law is in for one Hell of a surprise."

"I would say so!" Brook laughed and shook his head. "Let's just hope our Captain doesn't frighten Law away for good!"

Chapter 12: Let's talk about it

Chapter Text

"Thank you again for inviting me for dinner, Pedro. I really appreciate it.”

“It's my pleasure, Sanji.” Pedro smiled as they set up all they needed for dinner on the kitchen counter.

Sanji looked around the kitchen curiously. It was modest, basic cooking tools and a nice stove. He found a few tools like knives and a peeler then said “I'll follow your lead then?”

“Right.” Pedro put some different colored potatoes and carrots in a bowl and said “If you-gara could wash then cut those and put them in a bowl of water. They're going to be baked in the oven later.”

“Bite sized?” Sanji asked as he rolled his sleeves up and washed his hands in the sink.

“Preferably.” Pedro slipped on a pair of dark brown leather gloves then put a hunk of meat onto a cutting board. He picked out a knife then proceeded to slowly slice the meat into a half inch thick strip. Sanji watched Pedro out of the corner of his eye as he washed the root vegetables, silently appraising his knife skills. Once Pedro was done, he washed his hands then got out a bowl putting some soft white cheese into it then pulled out another cutting board, putting some fresh herbs onto it and rolling them up to quickly cut the bundle. After that he mixed the fresh herbs with the cheese then started spreading them onto one side of the meat.

“Pinwheel?” Sanji spoke up.

“Mm. Using fresh herbs and meat in this way is quite popular here.” Pedro said as he cleaned his gloves off before rolling the meat up.

“And the gloves? For your fur?”

Pedro chuckled and looked over at Sanji with an amused and toothy smirk “Of course. Unless you-gara want fur in your food.”

“I'd prefer not.” Sanji smiled back with a wink before looking back at the root vegetables, picking up a knife and chopping them up then putting them in a pot of water.

Pedro felt a little warmth under his cheek fur from Sanji's smile and what he could deduce was a wink. He tied the meat up with butcher twine and wrapped it in the large, fresh leaves he got from the market then put it into a pan. He washed his gloves again then set the log of meat into the oven then looked over at Sanji as he grabbed a timer, setting it then putting it down. His knife skills were impressive. Nothing less than he'd expect from the Straw Hat Pirate's cook. His eye drifted downwards on accident as the cook hummed and swayed their hips to the tune in their head.

“If you keep undressing me with your eyes I'm going to catch a cold.”

“Wh-” Pedro choked and immediately busied himself by grabbing some green vegetables and said “Forgive me. I… uh…” He curled some large spinach leaves and started cutting them as he went quiet.

Sanji chuckled and put a cigarette in his mouth but didn't light it, just tonguing at it as he kept working. When he was done he wiped the knife off then walked over to Pedro, hip bumping him as he said “Done. What next, Chef Pedro?”

Pedro cleared his throat then said “Uh. If you-gara could take the vegetables out of the water then into a bowl. Toss them in oil and- there should be a seasoning jar I use…” Pedro patted his gloved hands on a towel then took them off for now as he went over to a cabinet. He rummaged through it for a moment then walked back over to Sanji with a glass jar of what seemed to be mixed herbs and salt. “Toss it in this then lay it out on a pan and put it in the oven above the meat.”

“Got it.” Sanji grabbed the container, letting their fingers graze and earned him a flustered look in Pedro's visible eye. He hummed as he walked back over to the vegetables, straining them then tossing them in oil and the herbal mixture. He pinched some of the herbs in his fingers and tasted it before raising his eyebrows “Oh.” He looked over at Pedro as he said “Is there some sugar in it?”

“Cane sugar, yes.” Pedro grabbed a bundle of broccoli and started chopping it as he said “Do you-gara like it?”

“Yes. It's good.”

Pedro preened a bit, his whiskers twitching happily before he got back to work and slipped his work gloves back on. As Sanji laid out the vegetables on a tray, Pedro pulled out a pot and put water into it then on the stove to boil. He grabbed a large loaf of bread and cut it in half then coated it in herbal soft butter then cheese, setting it aside to put in a few minutes before dinner. He looked over at Sanji as the man put a little salt in the pot of water. Pedro walked up behind Sanji and looked over his shoulder as he said “Seasoning the water?”

“Mhm.” Sanji turned around and froze up at how close Pedro was. He looked up at the jaguar and cleared his throat “Uh… Smoke break?”

Pedro smiled and nodded “I was thinking the same thing.” He pet Sanji's arm then turned and headed out of the kitchen, heading out the back door and onto the balcony platform that circled the house. He sat down on the wooden bench swing he installed and patted the spot next to him as he looked at Sanji.

Sanji walked over and sat down next to Pedro with a soft blush, patting for his lighter before pausing as Pedro held his hand up. He looked at the Mink then leaned in, letting Pedro light his cigarette with a spark. Sanji inhaled then pulled the cigarette from his lips as he exhaled “Ah… They should all be here in about an hour.”

“Mm.” Pedro lit his own cigarette and relaxed back against the bench, his booted foot slowly pushing the bench back and forth. He put his arm on the back of the bench behind Sanji's back, inhaling some smoke then exhaling through his fangs. “How do you like being a cook for your crew?”

“It's exhausting but rewarding.” Sanji said with a soft smile “I love them all and they all show their appreciation in different ways. Like helping do the dishes, prep work or gathering what I need to cook.” He shot Pedro a smile as he said “Just be glad Luffy isn't here for dinner. He'd eat you out of house and home. That man has a black hole where his stomach should be.”

Pedro chuckled and nodded “Noted. It sounds like a good life.”

“It is.” Sanji inhaled and exhaled a few more times before saying “Stay here.” Sanji then leaned in and pressed a small kiss to Pedro's jaw before getting up and reentering the house.

Pedro froze up at the kiss and burned red under his fur, reaching up to touch the spot Sanji kissed. He puffed on his cigarette for a few minutes before Sanji came back and sat back down, pressing against his thigh as he sighed and leaned into the Mink's side. Pedro hesitated before letting his hand settle on Sanji's shoulder, gently rubbing the tense muscle he felt there.

“Mmm…” Sanji pulled his cigarette from his lips and reached past Pedro to the side table, tapping the ash into the tray there then settled back into Pedro's side, his other hand settling on the Mink's thigh. “Put the broccoli into the water then moved the vegetables around in the tray.”

“I see…” Pedro massaged Sanji's shoulder as he said “Your shoulders are quite tense, Sanji.”

“Heh… All of me is tense. Comes with being a cook and standing around all day.” He closed his eyes as he rubbed his cheek against Pedro's shoulder and murmured “Garachu, Pedro.”

Pedro smiled a little and rubbed his jaw against Sanji's blonde hair “Garachu…”

They fell into a comfortable silence and when their cigarettes were burned down to the end, Sanji got up again and checked on the kitchen. When he got back he snuggled back into Pedro's waiting arms, the Mink holding the blonde gladly. Sanji slowly heard and felt a low rumble noise in Pedro's chest and looked up at the Mink with a crooked smile “Are you purring?”

Pedro glanced away and muttered “P-Perhaps…” He looked back down at Sanji as he reached up and pet Sanji's hair “Feline Minks do this when we're happy and content. Does… this bother you-gara?”

“No. It's nice.” Sanji rubbed his head against Pedro as his hand slid up to press against Pedro's chest, feeling the deep purrs.

Pedro exhaled in relief then rubbed Sanji's shoulder and arm as he said “I am glad then.”

As Pedro and Sanji spent several minutes cuddling on the balcony, Luffy finally found Law and grinned as he ran over to the other captain. “OOOOIE! TORAOOO!!”

Law groaned and turned to look at Luffy, a tired expression on his face. “What is it, Mugiwara-ya?”

“I gotta talk to yah about somethin’ REAL important!” Luffy bounced excitedly on his heels and toes as he grinned at Law.

The tattooed captain frowned and said “I don't care about what kind of bug you f-”

“It's not like that!” Luffy inhaled then exhaled, schooling his expression as he said suddenly serious “I want to talk to you about something personal.”

Law frowned at the tone then sighed and looked at Shachi “We'll continue this later then.” He looked back at Luffy as he adjusted Kikoku on his shoulder “Come on then.” They walked away from the camp until Law thought they had enough distance to not be eavesdropped. When he stopped he turned and looked at Luffy as he said “Well? What is it?”

Luffy was back to bouncing a little as he fidgeted with his hands and smiled brightly “I wanted to um… Ask Torao something!”

“Spit it out. I don't have time for your games.” Law grumbled tiredly, lowering Kikoku to the ground so he could lean on her.

Luffy pursed his lips then walked closer and reached out, trying to remember some “delicacy lessons” from Robin, Usopp and Sanji. He gently grabbed Law's hand and said “I… I like Torao.”

Law blinked then said “Okay? And? We're in an Allyship, of course we'd kind of get along.”

“Ugh not like that!” Luffy pouted and swung Law's hand a little before taking another step forward “I LIKE LIKE Torao!”

Law frowned and said “I'm still not understanding you Mugiwara-ya.”

Luffy groaned “Uuhh! Here!” Luffy leaning in and kept holding Law's hand as he kissed the other Captain on the lips.

Law froze up almost immediately at the kiss, his eyes wide open before shoving Luffy away and wrenching his hand out of Luffy's hand “What the f*ck Luffy-ya?! You don't just- What the f*ck?!”

Luffy bit his lip and said “Does Torao not like kissing?”

“Not like- That's besides the point!” Law dragged a hand down his face then said “Okay. So let me see if I got this right… YOU like ME. As in romantically??”

“Uh huh. Yup!” Luffy grinned with a nod.

Law groaned and pinched his nose then said “Then specify that! f*ck’s sake don't just go around kissing anyone you like!” he then said icily “What makes you think I even want to be a part of your little- harem?”

“Harem?” Luffy tilted his head at that.

Law groaned again then said “Never mind. Tsh…” he frowned and said “Unlike you, my mind isn't as simple as to say yes or no to this. Relationships take time. Trust. Respect.”

“But… I respect and trust you Torao.” Luffy said softly, looking down at his sandals as he kicked a pebble.

Law kind of stared at Luffy then said “You really do? Why?”

Luffy frowned and said “Why not?” Luffy smiled as he swayed on his feet and said “Ummm Torao is nice when he wants to be… He's an AWESOME Captain! Ummm Torao helped me when I was dying. He's cute…” Luffy blushed and rubbed under his nose as he glanced away “Like… Really cute… But not like Chopper cute! Like um… Zoro cute!” Luffy looked back at Law with a smile “I like the idea of kissing Torao and cuddling him! Torao always looks like he needs a hug.”

Law sighed heavily and rubbed his face then said “Luffy-ya… I don't know if I'd want to be in… such an involved relationship. You have your other boyfriends. Why bother with me?”

Luffy shrugged “Why not? I wouldn't like Torao any less than my boyfriends since you'd be my boyfriend too!”

Law sighed yet again then held Kikoku to his chest as he crossed his arms “And what makes you think I like you back? If I said no, that I decline your offer and your affection as a partner?”

Luffy stopped rocking and stared at his sandals. He clenched his fists then relaxed them before smiling softly at Law “If it made Torao happy… That's okay. We can still be friends. Right?”

Law felt his chest tighten at how sad but sincere Luffy's smile was. Luffy wasn't someone who lied about pretty much anything so he knew in his heart that Luffy would in fact accept his refusal. Luffy was just nice and honest like that. Law hated the fact he was actually drawing up mental pros and cons of dating Straw Hat Luffy and possibly his other companions:

-Pros-

Honesty.

Affection.

Strong companion(s).

Never wondering if he wasn't loved.

Mutual respect of power.

(Possibly the best sex of his life)

Unwavering loyalty.

-Cons-

Constant clinging.

Obnoxious blabbing.

The other members of Luffy's relationship.

Constantly worrying if he was being used.

Worrying about being left behind.

Worrying he would do something wrong.

They were Captains on different ships.

Having to open up his closed off heart.

Law stared at the ground quietly then said “I need time to think about it, Mugiwara-ya. I'll… let you know by tomorrow evening. Alright?”

“Okay!” Luffy smiled brightly then said “Lemme know!” He rubbed his arm and smiled “Just so yah know. If you do, you're not being forced to be with everyone else. Just me! Or um… anyone else that catches your eye! Shishishi~!”

“Gh…” Law facepalmed with a pink blush to his cheeks and grumbled “Just… Give me till tomorrow. Now leave me alone.”

“Kay~!” Luffy laughed and ran off, waving towards Law before speeding off towards the camp.

Law watched Luffy then leaned against a tree, rubbing his cheeks as he muttered “Why am I even considering this… I hate him… Right?”

“Oh Sanjiiiii~! We're heeeere~!”

Sanji walked over as the front door opened, seeing Brook standing there with a lift of his hat. “Brook! Usopp! Just in time!”

“Wow. Something smells really good in here!” Usopp grinned as he walked over to Sanji and leaned in, kissing his cheek as he said “We're on time right?”

“Perfectly so.” Sanji pecked Usopp's cheek then leaned up and kissed Brook's jaw “How is everyone?”

“Good so far.” Usopp shrugged “Luffy looks a little sad but I'll explain that whole thing later. Nothing bad.”

“Er… Okay?” Sanji raised an eyebrow at that but led them into the dinning room where Pedro was opening a bottle of sake.

Pedro looked up and smiled “Ah. Baron Corpse, Usopp, welcome.”

“Baron…?” Brook mused with a chuckle but sat down and said “Thank you for making dinner for us.”

“My pleasure.” Pedro poured out glasses as he said “Sanji helped quite a bit too.”

Usopp chuckled and sat down as Sanji pulled out a chair for him “I wouldn't expect anything less.”

Sanji blushed at that then helped Pedro with the dishes to set them out, Pedro pulling out the freshly baked bread and cutting it up then bringing that out too. Brook looked around the table in awe as he said “Everything looks so scrumptious my dear! Thank you again Pedro!”

Pedro nodded and took his seat next to Sanji, sitting across from Brook who was next to Usopp. “How are your-gara other crewmates settling in?”

“Not bad. They're still stuffing themselves and passing out one by one.” Usopp chuckled.

“Sounds about right.” Sanji took a sip of wine and said “Well? Dig in before it gets cold.”

“Don't mind if I do!” Brook exclaimed as he raised his fork and knife excitedly.

Sanji kept watching his two lovers at random as they enjoyed their meal, every so often glancing at Pedro who's whiskers and swinging tail gave away how delighted he was that Brook and Usopp were enjoying the food. As the meal came to a close, Sanji patted his lips then looked at Pedro “Do you mind if we all go to the living room? I… have something to talk to you about.”

“Okay?” Pedro raised an eyebrow ridge at that but stood and led them into the living room. He sat down and looked at Sanji sitting next to him, Usopp next to Sanji and Brook elegantly sitting in the arm chair.

Sanji inhaled then exhaled softly before saying “I suppose I should have been… forward about this before you began pursuing me.”

“Are you-gara already spoken for?” Pedro asked, worried about getting on the wrong side of someone in the crew “I… Forgive me.”

Sanji chuckled and said with a soft blush “Ah… In a manner of speaking. Yes.”

“I am sorry for-”

“No no! It's fine!” Sanji waved his hands then covered his face and muttered “Usopp…”

“I got it hun.” Usopp patted Sanji's back then leaned to look at Pedro “A select number of us in the crew are in what's called a polygamous relationship. This includes Sanji, myself, Brook, Zoro and our Captain, Luffy.”

“...Really?” Pedro blinked in surprise then smiled a little as he looked at Sanji “It is good to see you-gara are loved by so many. You-gara are lucky.”

Sanji glanced at Usopp and Brook as he lowered his hands then looked back at Pedro “That is to say… I know Luffy and the others won't protest to me… ah…”

“Branching out.” Brook offered.

“Yes. That.” Sanji nodded “I know you're interested and… well, I am too. Whether it's short term or long term.”

Pedro looked down at Sanji's fidgeting hands and reached a paw out, gently taking a pale hand and lifting it to his lips to kiss the back of it “With your-gara lover's blessings, I would gladly have you-gara.”

Sanji blushed and smiled at the kiss then asked “I've never been with a Mink before. Are there different relationship customs or habits that are different?”

“I am curious as well.” Brook said as he scooted his chair closer.

“Oh. Well, to be honest, multi-partner relationships are quite common for Minks. Forming clans, troupes or packs. And a custom for the beginning of a relationship is to create or obtain a gift for your-gara loved one or ones.” Pedro smiled and tilted his head as he kept holding Sanji's hand “I'd gladly use tonight as our gifts to each other. The time we spent was most enjoyable.” His eyes flickered to Usopp and Brook as he said “I am curious… Do any of you have any amount of feelings towards me?”

Usopp shrugged and said “You're handsome. I'm not head over heels like Sanji over here but I wouldn't say no.”

“I agree with that sentiment.” Brook nodded then said with a little wave of his hand “You are most definitely a handsome Mink and man, Pedro. I'd have to be blind to not think so! Ah- but I do not have eyes…”

“Oooh the cuddle piles are gonna be so good!” Usopp gasped with a grin towards Sanji.

“You're right! Luffy would love it.” Brook chuckled and looked at Pedro “I cannot speak for our other companions, but I do believe Luffy would enjoy your company.”

“And your swordsman? Zoro?” Pedro pressed curiously “I am sure we could get along platonically if necessary since we would share a common ground.”

“Oh? Are you a swordsman yourself?” Brook asked.

“Indeed. I am the Captain of the Guardians. I am possibly the best swordsman on Zou.”

“I would love the chance to duel you.” Brook chuckled and crossed his arms as he said “I am a swordsman myself. Usopp here is our best Sniper! His marksmanship is second to none!”

Usopp blushed red and rubbed under his nose as he said “H-Hey! Don't go buttering me up like that! Asshole…”

Brook laughed and patted Usopp's thigh then said to Pedro “Forgive me for being forward, but do you wish to have a physical relationship with Sanji? I ask because our Captain often just watches or snacks as we indulge in ourselves while not actively participating.”

Pedro choked on his tongue then burned under his fur as he tightened his grip on Sanji's hand “Ah… I suppose that is a fair question. I wouldn't be opposed to being physical. But I am never one to push or manipulate for selfish pleasure I assure you-gara.”

Sanji felt relieved and hot at what Pedro said, the blonde biting his lower lip then saying “I see. Good to know.” Sanji moved a bit closer and leaned into Pedro's side as he said “Just so you know, I am a very affectionate man.”

“He is.” Usopp snickered as he teased “Kisses, hugs, cuddles, praise, he loves it.”

“Sh-Shut up!” Sanji kicked Usopp and cuddled into Pedro more as the Mink put an arm around the cook's shoulders.

“I do not mind. We Minks are quite affectionate to our partners and close friends.” Pedro said as he rubbed his jaw on Sanji's head fondly, subtly scenting him as his so other Minks knew not to approach. “Perhaps more so than humans.”

“Do Mink's kiss?” Usopp asked with a small crooked smile.

“Some.” Pedro shrugged “It depends on the mouth structure and preference of intimacy. Short maws like myself are easier to do human kisses with compared to a giraffe or deer type. I myself am alright with human-type kissing.” He rubbed his nicked ear a little as he said “Cat-types like me are… particularly fond of licking and face rubbing as a form of affection.”

“Oh?” Sanji smiled and moved a bit closer as he lifted his face towards Pedro “So… Is french kissing something you like doing then? Kissing and tongue?”

“Uh… Perhaps?” Pedro blushed as his whiskers twitched, tail slowly thumping against the couch and thigh “I've never done that. I haven't been in many relationships if I am honest with you-gara all.”

“Mmm…” Sanji looked towards Brook and Usopp, biting his lip as he felt the heat of their gaze. It felt… encouraging. Sanji looked back at Pedro then swung a long leg over Pedro's lap, putting his hands on the Captain's shoulders as he said “Care to try with me?”

“I-” Pedro gulped as his hands raised up like he was afraid of touching Sanji. He hadn't expected Sanji to be so forward.

Sanji leaned back with a worried expression as he said “Am I moving too fast for you?”

Pedro chuckled and put his paws on Sanji's waist “I was just surprised is all. You-gara want me to kiss you?” He glanced over at the other two watching them, Brook now sitting on the couch arm next to Usopp to rub Usopp's arm and back. “What about them?”

“Ignore them~” Sanji looked at Pedro as he flipped Usopp off, the sniper snickered and returned the gesture.

Pedro reached up and caressed Sanji's jaw and ran a trim claw along Sanji's beard. “Well, if you-gara insist.” Pedro ran his fingers through Sanji's blonde hair then gently tugged him forward and pressed black skinned lips to Sanji's soft pink ones.

Sanji felt an electric bolt run through him at the kiss and gladly leaned into it, his eyes fluttering closed. His hands slid from Pedro's shoulders, up his furred neck and into his hair as he moved closer. Usopp whistled as Sanji moaned, Pedro's right hand having slid down and grabbed Sanji's ass to pull Sanji flush with his torso.

“Yo ho ho~ Oh my~” Brook fanned himself with his hand as he watched the steamy first kiss.

“Get it Sanji~!” Usopp cheered and wolf whistled again as Sanji squirmed on top of Pedro.

Pedro deepened the kiss with a low rumbling growl and opened his mouth, pushing a long and thick tongue into Sanji's. Sanji jolted then melted into Pedro more as his fingers reached up higher to rub the base of Pedro's ears, sucking on the Mink's thick tongue and rubbing his tongue on the rough texture. Gods above Sanji wanted to feel that tongue on his skin…

“Hey, careful Sanji~ You're gonna get too excited~” Usopp teased as he reached out and rubbed Sanji's outer thigh.

Sanji pulled away from Pedro's lips with a gasp and panted hotly with lidded eyes as his hands trailed back down Pedro's face and lightly scratched his jawline. Pedro purred as he was scratched, his tail curling happily and ears flicking. Sanji glanced downwards then smiled as he bit his lower lip and blushed a bit harder. Pedro looked down as well and chuffed in his throat before saying “I suppose you-gara are a bit too late for that warning, Usopp.” He looked back up at Sanji and licked his lips “That was quite the first kiss Sanji…”

“Yeah…” Sanji ran his fingers through Pedro's hair, his brain already filling him with thoughts of how much he wanted to ride the sexy Mink under him while his lovers watched. f*ck he was so damn hard in his panties for this jaguar!

Brook chuckled and said “Yo ho ho~! I know that look my dear~”

Usopp hummed and scooted over, leaning into Pedro's side as he cooed “You wanna f*ck him dontcha~?”

“Ugh. Don't be so crass!” Sanji growled and swatted at Usopp's hand that was rubbing his thigh.

“He's not wrong though is he?” Brook moved onto the couch next to Usopp as he tilted his head “We can see right through you my darling.”

Sanji groaned and buried his face in Pedro's neck fluff as he grumbled “You two are insufferable…”

Pedro chuckled and pet Sanji's back and head fondly. “They tease you-gara but I can see they love you.” He nosed at Sanji's head then nibbled on the tip of his ear before murmuring “It may be unconventional, but if you-gara wish to consummate the beginning of our relationship tonight…” He opened his mouth and bathed Sanji's sensitive neck with a long hot lick then growled “I would not protest…”

Sanji moaned breathily from the lick. He was right: it felt so good~! He gripped Pedro's shoulders as he squirmed then said “So… You want to be my boyfriend? Really?”

“I would be insane to say no to a beauty like yourself.” Pedro praised fondly and smiled at the hard blush and how Sanji's eyes flickered away.

“Tsh… You're going to be as bad as those two aren't you?”

“You mean praising you-gara and giving you attention?” Pedro grabbed Sanji's ass cheeks and squeezed them with a small press of his claws, drawing a squeak from Sanji. “I guess I am then.”

Sanji sighed with a small smile then caressed Pedro's jaw and rubbed his chin as he said “Do you wish to take me to bed then? You seem quite eager to hear me moan your name.”

Pedro growled with a grin and stood up, lifting Sanji into his arms as he started walking. After a moment he paused and looked back towards Usopp and Brook “Coming?”

“Oh. We're invited?” Usopp raised his eyebrows in surprise.

“Of course. You-gara are Sanji's mates. Are you-gara not?” Pedro smiled handsomely and rubbed his cheek on Sanji's head as he said “It would be more appropriate with all of your-gara lovers present, but the four of us will do just fine as well. Or do you-gara wish not to join?”

Usopp grinned suddenly and stood up, dusting imaginary dust from his shoulders “Well what kinda guy would I be to turn down such an offer!”

“Indeed!” Brook stood as well.

Sanji was a bright red tomato at this point then said as they walked towards Pedro's room “Umm… This might be awkward to ask but… do you have a bathroom before we start?”

Pedro blinked then chuckled and nodded “Yes. Of course.” Pedro changed direction a little and set Sanji down in front of a door “In here.”

Sanji nodded then held his hand towards Usopp “Can you come with me Usopp?”

“Oh. Yeah.” Usopp took Sanji's hand and winked at Pedro as he passed by and they went into the bathroom together.

Brook chuckled and said “Shall we go to your room? Perhaps we should have a small chat before we begin.”

“I agree.” Pedro nodded before leading Brook to the next room. The room was modestly decorated, a few swords on display and art pieces. Pedro removed his boots and set them aside then sat down on the bed, patting the space next to him.

“Thank you.” Brook set his cane and hat on a hook on the wall then sat down next to Pedro, crossing his legs and folding his bone fingers together “I wanted to talk to you about Sanji. Are you really interested in him romantically? Or are you just attracted to him for sexual pleasure?”

Pedro blinked at Brook then smiled softly “I like him very much. I felt… love struck since the first moment I saw him. Like I was struck in the chest…”

“Mmm… He has that effect.” Brook hummed then said “I believe you. But if you do anything to hurt him, emotionally or physically, you will have quite the enemy falling upon you.”

“Oh yes, of course. I wouldn't expect anything less.” Pedro nodded in understanding then said “This might sound odd but… even though I invited you-gara with us, what do you-gara… ah… How…?”

“Yo ho ho ho~” Brook laughed and patted Pedro's shoulder “Oh my dear~ That is a fine question to ask. Don't worry yourself!” Brook stood back up and pulled off his coat then reached into an inner pocket, pulling out a silk bag and opening it. He set his gloves on the bed as he said “For hand comfort, Usopp made those for me. Being fingered by bones is not particularly comfortable~”

“Ah.” Pedro picked one up and inspected it “We Minks do similarly. For cooking and pleasure.”

“And as well as this.” Brook unbuckled his belt as he said “Franky our shipwright and Usopp reamed up together to make this for me and my lovers. They wanted to help me feel like I'm in a more… active role I suppose.” He pushed his pants down and showed the flaccid and colorful phallus attached to the boxers he wore.

Pedro raised his eyebrow ridges in surprise then reached out, Brook walking closer so he could touch the prosthetic. “Fascinating. Is it always this soft?”

“Oh no. It hardens up.” Brook reached into his pelvis and grabbed the remote he hid in there, flipping the case open and pressurizing his dick.

“Oh-” Pedro watched as it hardened like an erection and looked up at Brook “Very impressive Brook.”

“Why thank you.” Brook preened then watched as Pedro reached up and enclosed his hand around it, rubbing it up and down.

“It has a nice texture.” Pedro murmured then leaned in and looked up at Brook as he gave the head a lick.

“Yo ho? I was not aware you were attracted to me, Pedro.”

“I've gotten to know you-gara, and I quite enjoy your company.” Pedro gave a few more licks before Brook pushed him backwards “Wh-”

Pedro blushed under his fur as Brook situated himself between Pedro's spread legs and pressed his erection against Pedro's clothed bulge. “It also does this.” Brook hit a button on the remote and Pedro gasped in alarm, Brook's co*ck vibrating against his own.

“Oh! Mph…” Pedro growled and huffed in pleasure as Brook started humping forwards against him “Feels good Baron Co- nnh… Brook…”

Brook hummed and reached up, gently grabbing Pedro's undamaged ear and rubbing the base of it as he kept rolling his hips in a thrusting motion “Glad it does. I haven't used it on the others because I was worried it would scare them a little. But this seems to feel nice.”

“It does… Gh…” Pedro's head leaned into Brook's hand as he huffed and started a happy purr in his chest. He reached up and wrapped his arms around Brook's neck, tugging him down closer and opened his mouth. He licked Brook's teeth and jaw as he rolled his hips upwards with Brook, the Mink definitely fully hard inside his pants. His tail was curling and uncurling happily with little twitches as Pedro licked the skeleton musicians face, Brook rubbed and scratched him, and as they dry f*cked each other while waiting.

A few more minutes pass before they break up when they hear a soft whimper. Pedro is panting as he looks towards his door, seeing Sanji standing there with a finger caught in his teeth and Usopp behind him. Usopp was muttering in Sanji's ear as his left hand slowly undid his shirt buttons and the right massaged the hard shape in Sanji's pants.

“Oh my. Looks like we have an audience.” Brook purred and leaned back as his hands slid down the inside of Pedro's strong thighs.

“So it would seem…” Pedro's voice was husky with lust as his eye grazed over Sanji. He sat up and undid his day shirt he'd put on for his shopping trip with Sanji, tossing it aside on the floor to expose a muscled and furred torso. “Sanji…”

Usopp nibbled on Sanji's ear and muttered something as Brook turned off the vibrations for now. Brook removed himself from Pedro's legs and sat down next to him instead, beckoning Sanji forward as he said “Come closer darling. We can't touch you from over there.” Sanji nodded and waIked out of Usopp embrace and towards Brook and Pedro, standing in front of both of them. Brook chuckled then reached a hand out, gently grasping Sanji's hand as he said to Pedro “He can be a bit shy at first but when he gets going he's quite insatiable~”

“Tsh…” Sanji turned his face away but held onto Brook's hand harder. He wasn't arong. A lot of the time the beginning part was the hardest for Sanji. Once the pleasure began he was pretty into it and didn't worry anymore. He felt Brook tug him forward was was a bit surprised when he was guided by both Brook AND Usopp to sit back in Pedro's lap. He put his hands on Pedro's shoulders as he looked at hiis lovers nervously.

“Go ahead baby~” Usopp went behind Sanji and kissed his neck then said “Hey Pedro. Is it true Mink's call their loved one's Mates?”

“It is.” Pedro murmured as his claws slid up and down Sanji's thighs.

“Soooo… Would it be appealing to know that our sweet Sanji here has a major breeding kink?”

“Usopp!” Sanji gasped and elbowed the sniper who dodged with a laugh.

“Do you?”

Sanji looked at Pedro shyly “Huh?”

“Do you-gara have a mating kink?” Pedro smiled crookedly as his hands found Sanji's ass and squeezed it “Us Minks can get a bit carried away during sex… I suppose many of us find our favorite positions are behind our lovers or something called…” He leaned in and growled huskily in Sanji's ear “A mating press… It ensures a thorough and deep copulation…”

“Nnhh…” Sanji moaned and dug his fingers into Pedro's chest fur as he rocked against the Mink “f*ck…”

“That's the idea~! Yo ho ho ho~!” Brook laughed then shut up as Usopp plopped himself into the skeleton's lap.

Usopp leaned up and pecked Brook's jaw before saying “Hush~ They're trying to have a moment!”

“Ah-” Brook playfully zipped his teeth shut with his fingers and Usopp rolled his eyes.

Sanji groaned and put his forehead against Pedro's shoulder “...Rethinking already?”

“Never.” Pedro replied almost immediately.

Sanji lifted his head again and smiled softly, leaning in and kissing Pedro's left fang then his center lips. “You asked for it.”

“I did.” The Mink kissed Sanji then reached up, finishing the buttons Usopp didn't do and pushed the fabric off Sanji's arms. “You're beautiful.” he murmured as his eye raked over Sanji's pale and pleasantly muscled torso.

Sanji bit his tongue then leaned his head back as Pedro leaned in and licked his chest. “Nnnh…” The Mink started licking his skin and he gasped at the rough texture lapping at his left nipple then right “Pedro…” Sanji's hands slid up Pedro's arms, squeezing the muscle he felt there before running into those long blonde locks to cup the back of his head. “Your tongue feels so good… Ah~” Sanji hugged Pedro's head as his eyes closed, moaning softly as Pedro lapped at his chest.

Usopp watched Sanji and Pedro then looked over as Brook squeezed his ass. “Oie-”

“May I show you something?” Brook interrupted excitedly “I showed Pedro and he quite liked it. I hope you will too.”

“Oh? Did Freaky put something weird in your dick?” Usopp asked playfully.

“Yes.”

“Oh.” Usopp swallowed then said “Er… Go for it I guess?”

“Glad to hear.” Brook helped Usopp undress to his boxers then held Usopp's waist, tugging the sniper to press against his pelvis. As he grabbed the remote, Usopp undid Brook's shirt to see his ribs, petting them and tracing his ribs lovingly. Brook hummed in delight feeling Usopp touch his bones without a sense of disgust or fear. It was nice. He felt quite loved. Brook flipped a switch on the remote and Usopp squeaked as he felt vibrations against the half chub in his boxers.

“H-Holy crap!” Usopp moaned and dug his fingers into Brook's ribcage with a moan as he gyrated his hips against Brook's now vibrating phallus “Oh wow… That feels s-so good~! Wish yah showed us earlier!” Usopp moaned and kissed at Brook's collarbone.

“Yo ho ho~ Glad you like it my darling!” Brook squeezed and kneaded Usopp's ass.

Meanwhile with Sanji, the blonde looked over in surprise at the buzzing noise he heard from Brook's pelvis. He sighed and shook his head “Of course Franky put a vibrator…”

Pedro chuckled and nosed at Sanji's jawline “Your shipwright sounds like an interesting man. Which one was it? The large blue haired man?”

“Yeah. That's him.” Sanji rolled his eyes and said “For a straight guy he's very interested in our sex life. Then again he does let Robin peg him…”

The Mink looked over at Usopp and Brook for a moment more before turning his attention to Sanji “So… Sanji, tell me. How would you-gara like us for your first time with me?”

“How…?”

“Position.” Pedro smirked and nipped Sanji's jaw as he purred “What position do you-gara want me to f*ck you? I want you-gara to be comfortable after all.”

Sanji turned bright red at that and fidgeted on top of Pedro “Uhh… I um…” He slid his fingers through Pedro's soft chest fur as he said “Can you just take lead? It's embarrassing to ask me that kind of thing…”

“If you-gara insist.” Pedro licked Sanji's cheek then growler as he suddenly manhandled Sanji, throwing him off and onto his hands and knees on the bed.

“Holy crap-” Sanji gasped out then wheezed as Pedro's hands grabbed his hips and tugged down his pants.

“Mmmm… What a delightful surprise.” Pedro mused as he yanked off Sanji's shoes then pants, his claw hooking into the hem of Sanji's skimpy panties. Today he wore red with black lacework, tasteful yet sultry.

“Sanji is quite fond of panties. Much like myself, but not to wear them.” Brook said as he pet Usopp's back lovingly as the sniper humped against him breathlessly.

“I see.” Pedro gently tugged them down then off those long and beautifully muscled legs. He noticed Brook holding a hand out and held them towards the skeleton.

“Thank you.” Brook gently folded them then tucked them into his button up pocket, giving them a pat as he looked at Pedro's amused expression.

“He likes panties.” Usopp chidded as he leaned back then said “Brook~ Wanna f*ck me? Been a while Bone Daddy~”

“Oh my~” Brook purred at the nickname and caressed Usopp's side then gripped his ass “What a tempting offer.”

Pedro watched them for a moment before turning back to Sanji and looked at that tempting and wet pucker. Wait, wet? Pedro leaned in and gave Sanji's hold a lick, the blonde squeaking then moaning. “Do human males lubricate?”

“Nah.” Usopp got off of Brook and stood up as he kicked off his boxers to be fully naked. “I lubed him up in the bathroom. As well as a few other things we don't talk about~” he winked at Pedro then yanked Brook pants off like a tablecloth magic trick. Brook squeaked in surprise as Usopp took charge and pulled Brook onto the bed more, straddling his lap and grinning down at the skeleton. “I'm feelin like a power bottom night now~ Hope that's alright?”

“No problem at all my dear!” Brook rubbed Usopp's legs and said “By your lead then!”

As Usopp sunk down on Brook's colorful member with a throaty moan, Sanji looked back at Pedro as the Mink nipped at his butt cheeks. “Pedro? It's not weird is it? Sorry I-”

“It's fine. Perfect really.” Pedro licked a lick from Sanji's hole, up his spine then over his shoulder blades as he settled behind Sanji. His hands pet Sanji's waist and hips as he murmured in his ear “Makes it easier for me… No need to put my claws in such a… delicate area.” Pedro licked Sanji's neck then said as he unbuckled his pants “So you're not alarmed, feline Minks like myself are… not exactly like your-gara human phalluses. I suppose you-gara could say we have texture~” He yanked his pants off and threw them aside, his tail swishing happily from the freedom of clothing.

“Oh f*ck…” Sanji bit his tongue and settled on his elbows, spreading his legs more as he said “Um… Go slow at first?”

“Of course.” Pedro nipped Sanji's ear then hunkered forward more as he held onto Sanji's waist. He moved his hips forward and let Sanji feel the heat, length and shape of his co*ck between his cheeks, humping forwards with a grunt. “Still want me?”

“Yes… Oh please yes…” Sanji whimpered and dug his fingers into the sheets.

“Alright…” The jaguar Mink's tail whipped left and right excitedly as he pushed the head against Sanji's wet hole.

Sanji inhaled then slowly exhaled as he felt that warmth slowly ease inside. It definitely didn't feel like a normal human dick if the slightly pointed tip pushing in was any tell. “Oh- Wh- f*ck…” Sanji gasped in surprise as he felt something bumpy.

“Texture. Remember?” Pedro cooed and nuzzled his jaw against Sanji's shoulder “Mmm… For evolutionary purposes, it was to scrape out a rival male's sem*n from your-gara chosen female partner. Does it feel good?”

“Oh f*ck yes…” Sanji breathed out with a moan.

“You-gara feel good so far too.” Pedro kept pushing in further with a low groan and chuffed in Sanji's ear “Mph…” He thrusted forward the last three inches and Sanji let out a gasp and moaned out Pedro's name. “Ah… That's it…”

Pedro rolled his hips and grinded against Sanji's ass, the blonde actually really liking the soft texture of Pedro's fur against his bare skin. It only got better as the jaguar draped himself over Sanji, wrapping his arms around Sanji's torso and letting the blonde get covered with fur and muscle. “Nnh… You-You can…”

“Alright.” Pedro nuzzled Sanji's ear and licked it before pulling out halfway then thrusting back inside.

“Oh f*ck~” Sanji moaned and kneaded the sheets as Pedro started a steady rhythm, the interestingly addicting texture from the Mink's sex was driving Sanji nuts already as it dragged over his prostate wonderfully. “Oh... Oh… Nh… Ah~ Yes…”

Pedro growled in Sanji's ear as he hooked his chin over the blonde's shoulder, his brow furrowed as he kept thrusting. His tail whipped around behind him before curling around Sanji's left thigh, holding on tight. “Gh… Sanji… Mph…” Pedro chuffed again happily at the warmth hugging his co*ck and the way Sanji was moaning his name. He hadn't been sure about if humans would indulge in the “animalistic way” Mink's mated, but he was glad to see the rumors weren't true. He remembered what the other two had said and murmured low in the cook's ear “How does it feel… to be mated by a Mink?” Sanji just moaned and and nodded in reply to he continued with a growl “I'm going to breed you-gara… Does that sound good, my Mate?” His clawed hand gently caressed Sanji's belly as he said “Fill you-gara up with my litter… You'd look beautiful…”

Sanji was officially in sub headspace as he keened loudly and arched, spreading his legs a bit more as precum dripped onto the bed as his co*ck swung with each thrust. “Uh~ Please~ Oh f*ck~!”

When Usopp and Brook looked over they could've sworn they saw hearts in Sanji's eyes as Pedro picked up the pace. “Damn that's hot…” Usopp groaned out and lifted himself only to turn around and sit back down on Brook's co*ck with a moan. He stroked himself as he called out “You'd be such a good mama Sanji~ You would f*cking glow~”

“Ah ah~ Uh huh~” Sanji nodded and lifted his face towards Usopp, drool dripping from his stuck out tongue as he moaned and panted “U-Us-sopp… Uh~ H-He's b-breeding me~ f*ck…” Sanji put a hand on his stomach where Pedro's hand was, lacing their fingers together as he whined with a lust delirious smile “Ima be a mama~ Ima have his babies… I want yours tooooo~” His head shot back as he moaned louder then his eyes fluttered as he whined “I want everyone's babies~!”

Usopp groaned hungrily as he stroked himself faster and bounced on Brook's vibrating co*ck “f*ck baby~ Yes~” Usopp head lolled back as Brook's hands caressed his belly and chest, plucking at his dusty and perked nipples “Ah~ Brook…”

Pedro let out a loud and deep rumbling growl that thundered from his chest and throat, panting heavily as he sped up. His hand on Sanji's hip dug his claws in a little bit, pin pricking his skin to draw a little blood and making Sanji cry out obscenely. The Mink lidded his eye as he zoned on chasing the pleasurable end just ahead, Sanji's whorish moans and squeezing spurring him on. Several thrusts later, Pedro shoves inside and snarls with bared teeth, his co*ck throbbing and spilling spurt after spurt of warm cum into the blonde cook.

Sanji's eyes rolled back as his org*sm hit him like a sea train, crying out and shaking as his untouched member twitched and shot cum onto the sheets below. Usopp climaxed moments afterwards as well, groaning and panting as Brook held him down and rocked their hips as the skeleton fumbled for the remote.

“f*ck- f*ck… f*ck~ B-Brook~!” Usopp's chest heaved as his eyes rolled back from the overwhelming stimulation the vibrations were giving him. His limp co*ck gave a weak twitch as his prostate was milked, a small spurt of cum drooling onto his thigh.

When Brook turned the vibrations off, Usopp immediately went boneless and collapsed back against Brook, panting with closed eyes. Brook hummed and pet Usopp's belly as he looked towards Sanji and Pedro, watching as the Mink started slowly licking Sanji's shoulders, neck and cheek as a low rumbling purr sounded through the room.

Sanji moaned softly from the licks but leaned into them with closed eyes as he floated on cloud nine. Pedro eventually slowly pulled out and Sanji whimpered into the bedsheets, his hole fluttering around the air. He felt cold all of a sudden too and hated it, the cook slinking onto his belly before turning over and holding his hands out towards Pedro. Sanji looked at Pedro with lidded eyes as he murmured “C'mer…”

Pedro smiled and gladly snuggled his face into Sanji's chest and up to his neck, covering Sanji's body with his own warm and furred one. “Mm… Feel alright Sanji?” Pedro mumbled contently as his tail slowly swayed back and forth.

“Yeah… I'm… Yeah…” Sanji's brain felt like fluff as he closed his eyes and held onto Pedro, his fingers gently digging into his back fur to scratch and knead. Pedro seemed to like it as the Mink purred louder and chuffed into his neck with a smile.

Brook nodded in approval then said softly “Beautifully done Sanji. You as well Pedro. Welcome to the group. Yo ho~”

Pedro chuckled and lapped at Sanji's neck before saying “Thank you-gara Brook…” He kissed Sanji's neck then slowly kissed down his torso to kiss his belly as he cupped the flatness he felt with a barely noticeable bump. Pedro nuzzled Sanji's stomach then kissed it again as he looked up at Sanji. “I was right… You're beautiful Sanji.”

Sanji squirmed and blushed hard, covering his face as he muttered “Sh-Shut up you idiot…”

Usopp chuckled and leaned back, kissing Brook's jaw then crawled forward, leaning down and pecking Sanji's lips sweetly “Feeling alright though baby? Be honest with me.”

Sanji's eyes fluttered shut as he smiled sleepily, his hands rubbing Pedro's ears as the Mink snuggled against his belly “Yeah… I'm fine Usopp…” He opened his eyes and whispered “Thank you two… For letting me do this…”

Usopp smiled and pet Sanji's hair as he said “Of course baby. We want you to be happy. Besides… I think right now Luffy is running after Law with the same heart eyes.”

Sanji blinked up at Usopp then looked at Brook “Really?”

“Indeed.” Brook nodded and moved closer, reaching out and running his fingers through Pedro's back fur and scratching along his spine to make the Mink purr and arch happily. “Apparently our captain has been pining after Law for quite some time now but held back since he wasn't sure if this was an open relationship. Probably didn't want to hurt anyone's feelings I suppose.”

“Just like him.” Sanji chuckled and said “He's got his work cut out for him. That guy is a stubborn Captain and they're as opposite as you can get.”

“Opposites attract as they say.” Brook offered with a chuckle “Perhaps a black storm cloud like Trafalgar Law could use a ray of sunshine.”

“True.” Usopp nodded.

“Your lover and captain are approaching Captain Law for his favor?” Pedro asked curiously as he tilted his head, his other eye still covered with hair as he peered up at them “I have met him a few times during his time here. He is… quite intimidating. I wish your Captain luck.”

“Me too.” Sanji frowned and said “If anyone was to actually reject his affection, it would be Law. Unless Luffy gets really lucky and he says yes.”

“We should prepare for the worst.” Usopp grimaced “Luffy doesn't handle rejection well.” He coughed into his fist “Franky. Robin.”

“You.” Sanji raised a brow and poked Usopp's stomach “He was an absolute mess when you left, don't forget.”

Usopp cringed and nodded “Ah… Right… Right…”

Pedro assumed there was a story there but didn't pry. He licked Sanji's belly then sat up and stretched with a yawn then licked his lips “You-gara are all welcome to use my bathroom again of course. And I offer my home to you-gara three to spend the night.”

“How generous.” Brook said happily and looked down at Sanji “Do you need someone to carry you princess~?”

“Shut up.” Sanji growled and sat up with a small wince.

“I'm sor-”

“Don't apologize for f*cking me.” Sanji said sharply “I wanted it and you delivered it perfectly.” he leaned in and kissed Pedro's nose then said “Usopp is coming with me. Why don't you and Brook change the sheets?”

“Of course.” Pedro murmured and watched as Sanji kissed Brook's jaw then got up with Usopp's help, the two walking away. Pedro couldn't help but watch as Sanji walked out of his room, cum dripping down pale muscular thighs.

“My my… What a sight~!” Brook got off the bed and started taking the pillows off as he said “Come along then. Sanji doesn't like soiled sheets. As I'm sure you don't either.”

“No. I don't.” Pedro helped Brook clean his bed up then replace the sheet and put the pillows back on the bed. Pedro smoothed the blankets out then walked out of the room and towards the bathroom. He knocked on it twice and called out “Do either of you-gara want a drink or perhaps a snack?”

“I'm fine, thank you.”

“Some water, please and thank you!!”

“Alright. Take your time.” He went to walk past his room when he paused and looked at Brook. The skeleton was wearing his pants up properly but was without a shirt, silently browsing his books and trophies. “Brook?”

“Hm?”

“...Do you-gara want a drink or…?”

“Oh yes. Some milk if you have it.”

Pedro bIinked before nodding “Alright.” He headed into the kitchen and got everyone their drinks and an apple for himself.

In the bathroom, Sanji wrapped a towel around his waist as he yawned and leaned on Usopp's back as the other swished water in their mouth. “Mmm… Maybe next time we can all participate in some way. But I get what you two were doing.”

Usopp spat out the water then turned around as he wiped his mouth with his hand “Well yeah. He caught your eye first. We thought it would be more appropriate if you two bonded first.” He slid his hands down Sanji's waist then squeezed his ass as he purred “But it was so hot watching you two~ You really were getting bred by him baby girl and you were taking it like a champ~!”

Sanji flushed bright red and leaned into Usopp's chest as he muttered “You… You really like it when I get like that? It… doesn't weird you out?”

Usopp huffed and kissed Sanji's lips then said “Sanji. Nothing could be hotter than you begging for us to make you pregnant and to fill you up. We've gone over this babe~” He pecked Sanji's forehead and hugged his waist as he said “Now stop doubting it! Or we'll breed you up for real~ Maybe take you to Ivancov once again?”

Sanji squirmed at that idea and mumbled “M-Maybe in a couple years Usopp…”

Usopp raised his eyebrows then said “Wait. Have you really thought about it?”

Sanji shrugged as his hands slid up and down Usopp's torso “I've tossed around the idea of asking Ivankov to make me intersex. I… wouldn't be completely opposed to having everyone's kids.”

Usopp blushed at that then hugged Sanji tight as he said “When the day comes that you really want that Sanji, don't hold back. Let us know and we'll help you. Alright?”

Sanji hugged Usopp back and murmured “Okay…”

They finished cleaning up before heading back into the bedroom, Usopp butt naked still and Sanji wearing a towel around his waist. They saw Brook at first with a book sitting in bed, Usopp waIking over and plopping next to him. When Pedro entered the room Sanji's eyes glanced downwards and blushed, averting his eyes.

Pedro raised a brow at Sanji then walked over to the bed, setting the drinks down before handing Usopp a glass of water and Brook a glass of milk “Something wrong Sanji?”

Sanji rubbed his neck and stood by the bed as he said “Nothing… wrong. I just- never seen a Mink naked.”

Brook lowered his book and plainly looked at Pedro's crotch then chuckled and Iooked back at his book. “No different than mine my dear. At least his is attached! Yo ho ho ho~!”

Usopp looked over and finally took in Pedro's body. He was furred and muscular for sure, quite attractive actually. He was a bit caught off guard by how… animalistic their crotch area was. “Oooh. I see whatcha mean Sanji. I mean, he IS a Mink. Whatcha expect?”

Pedro blinked then let out a short laugh as his tail swished “Ah I see what you-gara are talking about Sanji. Yes, many Minks like myself have sheaths that keep our reproductive organs safe.” He walked up to Sanji as he said with a crooked and fanged smile “Is this a problem?” Pedro reached out and gently grabbed Sanji's waist, tugging the blonde closer.

Sanji bit his tongue and moved closer, raising his hands to run his fingers through Pedro's chest fur. He gasped softly as Pedro yanked him flush with his naked body, blushing red and looking up at the jaguar Mink. “No… Not a problem. Just… different I suppose.”

“Fair.” Pedro leaned down and licked Sanji's cheek fondly then said “Come. It is late for you-gara three.” He led Sanji to lay down and said as he walked over to the lamp “While I am the captain, I'm sure the others will understand my absence to spend time with my new Mates.” He turned the lights off and walked back towards the bed, his eye glowing softly in the darkness. Pedro slid into bed as Brook set his book aside and put his arm around Usopp. The jaguar snuggled up to Sanji as he murmured “Everyone comfortable?”

“Mhmm…” Usopp hummed as he yanked the blanket up and snuggled into Brook's side with a pillow wedged between them for comfort.

Sanji turned towards Brook and put a hand on Usopp's arm as Pedro cuddled up to his backside. He sighed softly and said with a sleepy smile “Yeah… Good night everyone…”

“Sleep well.” Pedro purred softly as he closed his eyes, his purring slowly fading away as he fell asleep.

Sanji stayed awake for a few moments longer to soak in the affection and the soft furred body pressed up behind him. He fell asleep as his fingers curled with Usopp's, the sniper softly snoring already. Brook watched his lovers and new lover with a loving gaze before going slack against the bed, his ghost hovering then floating away to inform their crew and two lovers what happened.

Chapter 13: Tell me lies, tell me sweet little lies

Chapter Text

Luffy awoke with a start and squirmed before settling down as Zoro hugged him tighter in his sleep. Luffy looked over at his green haired lover and smiled softly, running his fingers through his hair as Zoro sighed sleepily. The Captain wiggled his way out of Zoro's grip and slowly turned him towards Franky, the greenette immediately attaching himself to Franky's arm and snoring as he hugged the metal bulk. Franky didn't seem to mind as he kept sleeping, his other arm holding his beloved Robin close to his chest.

Robin was already awake and looked over at Luffy as he stood up and patted himself off. He noticed her looking at him and mouthed with a grin “Torao.”

“Mmm… Good luck.” Robin murmured with a smile.

Luffy grinned wider then ran off in search of where Law's camp was. He swung himself high in the trees then finally saw Law. He went to call out to him when he saw that he wasn't alone and talking to one of his crewmates. He crept closer while staying in the trees, listening into their conversation.

“-a chance Captain.”

“Penguin. How long have you known me? It wouldn't work.”

Penguin sighed and tugged his hat off, running fingers through his hair as he said “We've been friends since we were kids, Captain. Me, Shachi and Bepo know you better than anyone else.” He put his hat back on and crossed his arms as he said “And that's why I'm telling you that you need to take this leap. Why not try it? If you don't like it, end it and go back to just being allies.”

“It's not that simple, Penguin.” Law growled out and held Kikoku tighter “He and I are so damn different. You know why my heart is so closed off. It's… hard for me to let myself be intimate. To love someone.”

“I know Captain…” Penguin waved a hand a little as he said “Then tell him your worries. I'm sure he'd understand underneath all that rubber bouncing in his skull.”

“Tsh…” Law scowled and turned away, pacing a little as he said “I can't distract myself with such trivial things anyway. We have a war coming. I can't be distracted by my feelings and wondering if my lovers are hurt or dead somewhere. This is KAIDO we're going against! We have no idea what we're heading into.”

Penguin watched Law pace around then said “What's wrong with having someone to lean on in tough times? I mean… It took four years before I realized Shachi liked me. In hard times, it's nice to be able to have someone to rely on like that.”

“Easy for you to say…” Law grit his teeth and said “At least the last time you heard someone say ‘I love you’ wasn't right before they were shot to death by their own damn brother.”

“Law…”

“No. I'm done with this conversation.” He walked away as he said firmly “I am much too busy to be indulging in such… frivolity. Especially with the likes of him. He's an ally to help defeat Kaido. Nothing more. I'm not even attracted to him in any way. He's a childish pain in my ass.”

Penguin sighed again and rubbed his neck as he said “Aye Captain…”

Luffy slowly sat down on the tree branch he'd been perched on, watching Law walk away and out of his field of vision. There was a tightness in his throat as he felt hot around his eyes and cheeks, tears threatening to fall from his eyes. Even when Brook was hesitant about joining them, it had been easier to assure the skeleton that he would be well loved and that his fears were unwarranted. But… Luffy didn't realize just how badly Law didn't want this. Or maybe Law did but was denying himself the pleasure of another to love him? Luffy groaned and gripped his hair, tugging on it as he leaned back against the tree trunk. “Torao…” He released his hair and hugged his knees to his chest as he muttered “What should I do…”

“Has anyone seen Luffy?” Nami called out curiously.

“Check the food storage?” Franky joked but was kind of serious. It would be the first place he'd check.

“Yeah. And anywhere else that had food.” Nami shrugged and frowned “Wait. Didn't he say something last night about waiting for Law's answer this morning?”

“Ah! They must be talking!” Chopper smiled and munched on a banana before swallowing and saying “I bet they're hugging right now!”

“Law? Hugging?” Nami scoffed and said “I doubt it. More like… being constricted by Luffy's arms and legs.”

“He was going to see him over an hour ago.” Robin said then frowned “I hope they're alright and no forest creature has eaten them.”

Chopper squeaked in fright as Nami sighed and shook her head “Even if there was a creature, I'm pretty sure Luffy would eat- Luffy!”

Everyone looked over to see Luffy walking towards them, his hat cast over his eyes. Robin sat up more as she called out “Luffy? How did it go?”

Luffy stiffened for a moment then tilted his head back and flashed them all a bright smile “He doesn't wanna date me. But it's fine! We're still friends!”

“Oh. I'm sorry Luffy.” Nami said softly.

“Nah. It's fine. Really!” Luffy patted his stomach as he walked past his crew and grinned “Now where's the grub!”

Zoro watched the scene silently before getting up and approaching Luffy. He touched Luffy's elbow and guided the smaller of the two away from everyone else. Once in private, Zoro tilted Luffy's face up to his and cupped his face as he said softly “Did he turn you down?”

“We… didn't talk.” Luffy admitted and leaned into Zoro's touch gladly “I overheard him with his crewmate and… he wants nothing to do with me.”

Zoro sighed and tugged Luffy into his chest, hugging his Captain as that straw hat tipped backwards. Zoro ran his fingers through Luffy's hair as the ravenette slowly raised their hands and clung to Zoro's robes, shaking a little as he hiccuped. Zoro had known for the longest that Luffy had a huge crush on Law but hadn't had the time or opportunity to approach the man. It was Luffy's first heartbreak and it wasn't even Law's fault. Zoro pet Luffy's hair and massaged his neck as he said “Heartbreak can hurt sometimes. There's no shame in it. I'm sure Curly can attest to that before he joined us all those years ago.”

Luffy couldn't help a small giggle in Zoro's pectorals at that and lifted his head, rubbing at his eyes and cheeks as he nodded “Yeah…” He reached up and wrapped his arms around Zoro's neck as he smiled softly but still a little sad “Besides. I have all of you still. Right?”

“Right.” Zoro leaned down and held Luffy's face as he kissed his lips then kissed under each eye. He wiped Luffy's cheeks with his thumbs and said “Want to get something to eat?”

“Yeah.” Luffy sniffed and nodded, snuggling into Zoro's side as they headed towards where Luffy's nose smelled food.

“I wonder how Luffy is doing with Law.” Brook said absently from where he sat behind Usopp on Pedro's bed, a comb in hand as he groomed Usopp's curls.

“Dunno. Honestly? I don't think Law is gonna say yes.” Usopp said bluntly “He's a stiff guy with a lot of baggage and stuff on his plate and Luffy is… well, Luffy.”

“Mm… I suppose I agree with you then. There's a small chance he'll say yes but the more likely answer is no.” Brook said as he carefully untangled a knot then pulled out a small tin and his gloves. As he slipped his gloves on he said “I just hope our Captain understands his refusal.” He rubbed some of the oils on his gloves then started working through Usopp's hair. “My case was quite different compared to Law. With some assurances I was happy to come into your group.”

“Yeah. Law's definitely more of a hard-ass compared to you.” Usopp chuckled, “We'll just have to make sure we're ready to support Luffy if he ends up heartbroken.”

Sanji walked into the room to see Brook tending to Usopp's curls and smiled fondly, walking in front of Usopp and reaching out as he caressed his jaw and cheek “What are you two talking about?”

“Luffy.” Brook said simply as he massaged Usopp's scalp gently “He went to talk to Trafalgar Law today. We were wondering how it went.”

“We'll know when we head down.” Sanji reached over and pet Brook's arm before making a small noise as he felt warm and strong arms wrap around his waist. Sanji hummed and leaned backwards, his eyes closing as he tilted his head to the side and back.

Pedro chuffed into Sanji's offered neck and licked then nuzzled his jaw as he murmured “Garachu Sanji…”

“Garachu Pedro~” Sanji reached over and scratched Pedro's jaw then up to his ears, the jaguar purring happily from the affection.

Pedro tilted their head and licked Sanji's fingers then said as he looked at the others “Do you-gara wish to eat here or join the others? I have no problem with either.”

“Hm…” Sanji nosed at Pedro's cheek then said as he watched Brook tied back Usopp's hair then fluffed the end with a pick “What do you two think?”

Usopp shrugged and yawned then said “I kinda wanna meet up with everyone.”

“I agree.” Brook finished up then gently massaged Usopp's shoulder as he said “Besides, I am positively vibrating with curiosity of Luffy and Law! My mind is racing with possibilities!” He paused then tilted their head as they opened their skull up “Not that I have a mind! YO HO HO HO~!”

Sanji sighed with a smile as Usopp groaned into his hands. The chef turned around and put his arms around Pedro's neck, smiling crookedly as he said with a playful tone “One last chance to back out and not subject yourself to constant skull jokes.”

Pedro hummed then said as he lightly swayed with Sanji, his hands settling on the blonde's hips “Hmm… Ah but why would I back away? His puns are a… bone-us.”

Sanji made a choking noise as Brook started cackling hysterically, falling backwards and out of bed as he rolled around on the floor clutching his stomach. Usopp moaned woefully as he said “Oh no! Another one with a love for puns!”

Pedro chuckled then looked at Brook as he said with a straight face, “Did I tickle your funny bone, Brook?”

“FUN-FUNNY BONE! YO HO HO HO~! INDEED!” Brook laughed harder, choking on his laughter as he rolled onto his knees and banged his fist on the floor.

“I f*cking can't with you two…” Usopp groaned and plopped forwards, burying his face in a pillow he hugged.

Sanji sighed heavily and sat down next to Usopp, leaning on him as Pedro squatted next to Brook and kept muttering bone jokes under his breath that made Brook wheeze and cough. “I think we're the only normal ones…”

“Compared to those two? Yes. Definitely.” Usopp sat up as he agreed and watched Brook flail around crying and laughing as Pedro told another joke.

Sanji couldn't help the fond smile at the fact Pedro was already fitting in so well. He was sure that Luffy and Zoro would love him just as much as he did. Eventually Pedro stopped harassing Brook and stood up, the jaguar clearing his throat and looked at Sanji calmly like he hadn't just made Brook cry himself into hiccuping on the floor while shaking from laughter. “Shall we head down soon?”

“Yes. Just give me a minute.” Sanji pecked Usopp's cheek then hopped off the bed again. He popped into the bathroom as he pulled out a small makeup kit he kept with him, leaning forwards as he dusted some eyeshadow on his lids then put on a small bit of blush. He forwent his lipstick today since his lips stains were on the ship. When he was done he walked back in to see Brook wiping his face with a handkerchief and said “I'm ready.”

“Alrighty! Let's meet up with everyone!” Usopp clapped once and grinned, the four heading towards the front door then down to the forest floor.

Pedro led the way with Usopp walking next to him, the sniper asking questions about the local flora and fauna. Eventually they found everyone eating in a sort of mess hall, the tables filled with fruit and other yummy looking food. “Sanji!” Chopper squeaked excitedly and waved a fork with a grin “Heeeey! Usopp! Brook!”

Nami raised an eyebrow at Pedro sticking close to Sanji's side now, a thick and fluffy tail curled around Sanji's waist. “Oh? And when did this happen?”

Sanji blushed and cleared his throat as he said “Uh… Last night?”

“Ah… That's right.” Zoro stood up and crossed his arms as he approached Pedro. “Brook told me last night.” He looked at Sanji and said “He treating you alright Blondie?”

“Y-Yes…” Sanjj was turning red from the attention put on them but scooted closer to Pedro.

Luffy looked up at Pedro and the others, wanting to be happy for Sanji. He really wanted to jump over and hug the fluffy looking Mink. But… would that be too clingy? Maybe that's why Torao wouldn't date him…

“Luffy?”

“Hn?” Luffy stopped staring down at a hunk of meat and looked over as Sanji called his name.

Sanji walked over with Pedro and said “This is Pedro. He… he agreed to everything. He wanted to date me and is alright with everyone else.”

Pedro nodded with a short bow “I hope I can assure you that I would never do anything to intentionally hurt Sanji.”

“Weeeeeell…” Usopp put an arm around Pedro's waist as he grinned and winked at the Mink “I think we can make an exception for biting and minor claw marks~”

“Right. Of course.” Pedro blushed under his fur and leaned towards Usopp in a friendly manner.

“Welcome to the group then Pedro.” Luffy looked at Sanji as he said with a smile “I'm glad he said yes to you Sanji. I can see how much you like him.”

“Thank you Luf.” Sanji beamed then let Pedro lead him to sit down at the table to eat.

As Luffy dug back into his meal, Usopp pulled Zoro and Brook aside then said to Zoro “Okay spill it. I've never seen Luffy… proper… like that. It's creepy.”

Zoro sighed and looked around before saying as he crossed his arms “Luffy went to go see that Law guy this morning.”

“And he turned him down hard? That asshole…” Usopp growled.

Zoro raised a hand and said “From what Luffy told me, he went to go meet with Law but overheard a conversation between Law and one of his crewmates. Apparently Law is against relationships all together due to his goals in mind and doesn't want the distractions. From what I could dissect from what Luffy, Law doesn't want to date him. At least right now? Luffy wasn't really sure.”

Brook sighed softly and said “Ah young heartbreak… We must give Luffy a little more affection than usual I think. Especially now that he saw how easily Sanji was able to- ah… seduce Pedro.”

“Right…” Usopp sighed then said “Has anyone seen Law? Did Luffy actually talk to him??”

“I don't think he has.” Zoro said thoughtfully. “Law said he'd give his answer some time today. Whenever that is…”

“Mugiwara-ya!” Everyone looked over to see Law walking towards the group. Upon realizing everyone was staring, a pinkness blushed his cheeks and he cleared his throat “I need to have a word with you.”

Luffy pulled the brim of his hat down for a moment then looked up with a smile but it definitely wasn't his usual bright one. “Okay.”

As he passed Zoro and the others, Zoro put a hand out on Luffy's shoulder, squeezing gently. Luffy flashed Zoro a soft smile then walked towards Law, the other captain turning on their heel and walking away. Luffy followed Law away from the group then stopped and turned, crossing his arms as Law said “Look. I want you to understand that my main goal right now is to stop Kaido and the bullsh*t connected to it. It's not something I can distract myself with by starting a relationship.”

“Especially with someone like me?”

“Especially like y- Wait what?” Law blinked at the odd monotone voice Luffy had.

Luffy blinked then smiled weakly as he said “It's okay Traffy… I get it. Really. I… heard you talking to that penguin guy. You don't need to explain yourself.”

Law flushed at that and said “Luffy-ya, I just don't have the time and energy for it. I need to worry about bringing down Kaido, not if my lover is going to die or if I'll die to leave them behind.”

Luffy looked at Law weirdly then said “What's the difference since we're friends?” He crossed his arms as he tilted his head with a thoughtful frown. “Friend or partner, I'd be sad if you died. I'd like to think you'd be sad if I died too.” He shrugged and said “Partner. Not partner… I'd still care for you and worry even a little bit about your safety during a fight. Even though I know Traffy is a really good fighter.” Law went to speak but Luffy just smiled warmly and said “If you don't want to date me it's fine. I won't force you to love me.” Luffy then turned and ran away, stretching an arm up and disappeared into the trees above.

“M-Mugiwara-ya!” Law called with a step forward then grit his teeth and held Kikoku closer as he muttered “...This is why I can't let someone love me… I have no love to give…” He waIked to the left into the treeline as he muttered, a hand going to touch his chest tattoo “All my love died with you… Cora-san… I've forgotten how…”

“Anyone seen Luffy?” Nami asked as she looked up from the small female Mink cuddle pile she was very happy in.

Chopper looked up from his book and said “Um… No?”

“I think he's with Brook-bro and Zoro-bro right now.” Franky called out as he pulled a screwdriver away from his forearm then closed the hatch. “Saw Zoro pull him away. Probably to talk about that Traffy guy.”

“Probably…” Usopp mumbled with a worried expression. “I mean. It wouldn't shock me if that weird guy said no. He seems really cold and distant. Nothing at all like our Captain. They're not exactly two peas in a pod.”

“Would it be correct to assume it would be Luffy's first rejection in a romantic setting?” Robin asked curiously.

“Yup.” Usopp sighed “You saw him when it comes to people rejecting him when he says “You're on my crew now!”. I mean… He went all the way to Ennis Lobby for you, Robin. And don't make me remind you what he did to get you on the ship, Franky.” The cyborg adjusted his bottoms with a side glance at Robin. Usopp looked at Nami and said softly “Or you Nami. Or any of us! Whenever we had all the excuses to leave or not join his crew, he bowled those reasons over and found a reason for us to join. Whether it was liberating us and the Hell we were living in, or just giving us a smile and the promise of freedom and adventure…”

Sanji looked down at his hands from where he had been snuggling with a sun-sleepy Pedro, the jaguar sunbathing in a sunray and was currently bobbing in and out of sleep. Sanji reached back and gently rubbed Pedro's ear, the Mink smiling sleepily and leaning into the rub with a pleased purr in their throat. Ever since Luffy came back with that… fake happy look on their face, Sanji had been feeling guilty that he had been canoodling with the Mink he found while Luffy had been getting his heart broken.

Feeling upset with himself, Sanji leaned up and gave Pedro a small kiss before getting up and shoving his hands into his pockets as he walked away. Usopp looked over and raised an eyebrow as he said “Where yah goin Sanji?”

“Gonna go find Luffy.” Sanji shrugged then headed towards where he could sense his other lovers. A few houses down he found them and felt his heart tug at the sight of Zoro gently rocking Luffy who was sitting sideways in his lap, Brook sitting next to Zoro on his left and rubbing Luffy's back. Sanji sighed softly and walked up to everyone, sitting to Zoro's right as he said “Luf?”

Luffy didn't respond but Zoro murmured as his hand threaded through their Captain's hair “He's napping.”

“I see…” Sanji sighed and looked at Brook “I'm guessing…”

“Yes… Unfortunately Law turned him down face to face.” Brook sighed softly and caressed Luffy's back then withdrew his hand. “He was crying for five minutes before he fell asleep. Poor thing…”

Sanji frowned and said “What did Law say?? I haven't seen Luffy cry himself to sleep since his last dream about Ace.”

Zoro shrugged a little and said “Law pretty much turned him down, saying he didn't have the time for him. Not sure what that meant. I might have a little chat with our resident emo Captain ally to clear things up.”

“Probably a good idea.” Sanji reached out and pet Luffy's back and sighed then said as he stood back up “I need to check on the makeshift hospitals and see how they're doing. Make them all something easy to eat and digest.”

“Alright. We'll probably be around here.” Zoro said as he looked down at his lover and Captain.

“Gotcha.” Sanji walked back to the group to check up on them but saw most of them gone. He noticed Pedro still there but was fully asleep leaning against a tree stump, his arm around Usopp's waist as the sniper leaned against the Mink's chest and snored softly. Sanji smiled fondly, glad the two were getting along already, then headed towards the day market to gather up some supplies.

Chapter 14: The things to think about

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As the day progressed, it was fairly uneventful for the people of Zou and their guests. Sanji scrounged the marketplace for fresh ingredients and made up some more delicious food for those still healing from Jack's attack, meanwhile Kin'emon and Momo finally revealed who they were to everyone with an introduction to their third friend: The ninja, Raizo of the Mist. With Duke's assistance, Robin was able to read the road poneglyph hidden away in the belly of the Great Whale Tree of Zou.

Once all the dramatics had once again calmed down, Zoro figured it was time for him to have a little chat with their allied Captain. Zoro grabbed a bottle of booze as he walked through town, taking a long swig then spotted a blotch of white. “Oie. Bear!”

Bepo blinked and turned around, pointing at himself with a tilt of his head “Me?”

“Yeah. Where's your Captain?”

“Ummm…” Bepo tapped their chin then said “I think he's with your Archeologist. Talking about the poneglyph with Duke Dogstorm at his place.” He pointed and said “That way.”

“Nnh. Thanks.” He took another drink and started walking.

Barely five steps in and Bepo calls out “Wrong way!”

“Gh-” Zoro angled himself and barely a moment later Bepo sighs loudly. “What now??”

“They weren't kidding when they said your sense of direction didn't exist…” Bepo smiled a little as he said “Just… follow me okay?” Zoro grumbled but walked next to Bepo as the bear led him away. A few minutes passed before they approached the Duke's abode. “Here we are! Can you get to the door without getting lost?”

Zoro shot Bepo a glare and the mink laughed and put their paws up playfully before walking away. Zoro huffed then walked into the building, past Minks who were hard at work rebuilding and fixing the house. He heard familiar voices and used that to guide himself as he walked through the house. He eventually found them and cleared his throat as he walked into the room. In the room was the Duke, Robin, Law, Kin'emon and Momonosuke, all of them looking over at Zoro. The swordsman looked at Law and jerked his head to the right as he said “I wanna talk to yah. In private.”

Law sighed heavily then said “If you'll excuse me.” He stood up and grabbed Kikoku, walking towards Zoro as he said “Lead on then.”

Zoor turned without another word and started walking. They went a bit into the woods before Zoro stopped and turned. He crossed his arms over his chest as he said “You know why I wanna talk?”

“If I said planning strategy against Kaido would I be disappointed?” Law asked dryly. Zoro quirked an eyebrow, not amused. Law huffed then leaned against a tree as he said “Is this about your ridiculous Captain and odd choice of f*ck buddy?”

“Luffy is my lover. Not f*ck buddy…” Zoro said coldly. “I wanted to know why you said no. I don't want some half assed bullsh*t answer you'd tell Luffy. Give me the truth.”

Law stared at Zoro then said “The truth? I can't stand him.” He said icily and pushed off the tree as he walked towards Zoro. “He's brash, loud, obnoxious, overconfident, he never uses his head and thinks with his fists first without consideration of others!”

Zoro tilted his head a little as he said “I could say the same about you. Minus the loud bit. You're too quiet sometimes.”

“Tsh…” Law scowled and said “What does it matter anyway? Luffy has all of you guys! What would I matter compared to all of you? His crew? I'm practically a stranger still to him. He knows nothing about me.”

“He wants to get to know you.” Zoro said with a shrug. “At the end of the day it's your decision, but I just want you to think about it more. He's… caring. More than you realize. Especially to everyone in this group.” He waved a hand as he said “We laugh together, Hell, we cry together. It's emotional support. Not everything is about sex.” He smirked as his eyes glistened “Sure, the sex is f*ckin’ great. But it's not the main thing.”

Law frowned as Zoro spoke, huffing as he tapped Kikoku and spat, “Did you ever stop to think I'm already in a relationship?”

“Are you?”

Law froze up as his own words worked against him. He glanced away and growled out “...No. But that's not the point!” He looked back at Zoro and said “He f*cking kissed me without my consent! Isn't that cheating for you or some sh*t?”

Zoro shrugged then said “Not really. We all knew where he was going and why. Besides, I'm more mad that I didn't get to try you first.”

“Try- What??” Law took a step back and said with an anxious expression. “Don't tell me you're attracted to me too.”

Zoro openly looked Law up and down then said “Well, you're pretty damn hot and we have a fair amount in common.” He smirked again, “I wouldn't say no to seeing what you're like in bed. Or at the very least see what you're like with your walls down. Bet you're a book nerd or somethin. You, Cook and Usopp would get along pretty well.”

Law could feel the red coming to his cheeks at Zoro's… flirting? Was this flirting?? “Wh… What the f*ck is going on??” Law leaned back a little as he said “You guys are f*cking insane! I-I'm not looking for a relationship!”

Zoro shrugged then said “Your loss.” He went to turn then paused and said “Just so you know, I haven't seen Luffy this in love since he begged me and Sanji to let Usopp into the group. You're special to him. Even if you don't think your special or don't like him in return.”

Law scowled then turned to walk away, holding Kikoku tightly.

“Oh, and Law?”

Law froze up as he felt Zoro behind him and murmured lowly in his ear, his breath on Law's neck and ear:

“If you're going to lie to me… Lie like you mean it. You can lie to Luffy easily enough… But I'm not Luffy.”

Law yelped as he felt a hand slap his ass and whirled around, unsheathing Kikoku a few inches. “Why you-!”

Zoro snickered and walked away, waving a hand as he said “Just think about it, Captain Serious!”

Law grit his teeth as he watched Zoro walk away so co*ckily. He huffed and took his bat off, running his inked fingers through his messy hair. “Tsh… Acting like he knows anything about me… What a bastard…” Law put his hat back on then walked back towards the Duke's abode, wanting to finish his conversation and plans with the others.

When Pedro awakens again and finds himself surrounded by the others in the poly group, his instincts enjoying the pack mentality and how close his new lovers were. After a bit of sleepy cuddling and a lazy exchange of kisses, Pedro bids his new lovers farewell as he goes to attend to his duties, giving Sanji, Usopp, Brook and even Luffy and Zoro a loving Garachu before running off into the tree line with a handful of other Minks. Sanji sighs as he watches Pedro go, gently touching his cheek where he'd been lovingly kitten licked and nuzzled. He then turns and spots Luffy squatting on the ground, poking at the dirt with a stick. He thins his lips as he noticed what this meant: Luffy doing minimal things or doing WAY too much usually meant he was hiding something or holding back.

Sanji walked over and leaned down, putting a hand on Luffy's shoulder as he said “Still upset about Torao?”

Luffy shrugged and said “I guess.” He looked up at Sanji with big doe-eyes. “I have all of you guys to love and care for… So why does it still hurt so much?”

Sanji sighed softly then crouched down, “The heart wants what the heart wants, Luf. Just because you have us doesn't mean you're not allowed to get heart broken.”

“Okay…” Luffy stood up and brushed his knees off before saying “Are yah busy?”

Sanji stood as well as he said “Busy? Um, not right now. Why? What's up?”

Luffy reached out shyly and used his picky to tug on Sanji's fingers as he said “I wanna cuddle everyone…”

Sanji smiled warmly then leaned in and kissed Luffy on the forehead before saying as he held his lover's hand properly, “Did you wanna just cuddle or…?” He asked suggestively with a small lip quirk upwards.

Luffy laughed and grinned as he swung Sanji's hand happily, his early upset mood apparently vanishing like it was never there. “Maaaaybe~! Dunno yet!”

Sanji hummed and said as he started walking “Let's see what everyone is doing then hm?”

“Kay!” Luffy grinned happily as he walked next to Sanji, humming a small tune as they went out looking for everyone. They found Brook first via hearing him playing his guitar for some Minks.

The skeleton looked up and waved in greeting. “Luffy! Sanji!”

Luffy grinned and waved excitedly and dragged Sanji over as he said “Can we have a cuddle pile??”

Brook lowered his guitar more as he nodded and said “Sounds like a lovely idea.”

“I'm in!” Usopp chirped from where he was sitting with Chopper in his lap.

Chopper gasped and wiggled as he said “Can I join?!” Luffy blinked then Usppp chuckled and leaned down, whispering in his ear. Chopper scrunched their nose and said “Ew. Never mind. Stay safe!” He hopped off Usopp's lap and ran off to find Carrot, Robin or Nami instead.

Usopp snickered and walked over to where Zoro was lounging, an empty bottle in his hand. He kicked Zoro's shoe and said “Oie. Mandatory cuddle pile.”

Zoro snorted awake then grunted and slowly stood up, leaving the empty bottle as he yawned and nodded as he scratched his head “M'kay…”

“Yay! Pedro said we were allowed to use his house whenever we wanted since we were his lovers now! Usopp said he has a HUGE bed!” Luffy said as he wiggled, his feet not wanting to stay still until they were together properly.

“Oh how delightful! It definitely is quite big.” Brook said with a nod. “Let us head that way then!”

Luffy kept holding Sanji's hand as he stretched over and snagged Usopp, yanking them over to him. Usopp laughed and ran over, holding Luffy's hand as they walked. “Heh~ Eager huh?”

“Mhm!” Luffy nodded and bobbed his head side to side as they walked towards Pedro's abode.

After a bit of walking and climbing, they made it inside finally. Sanji managed to steer Luffy away from the kitchen and straight into the bedroom: he didn't want Pedro to come home to an empty pantry. Luffy gasped at the huge bed then laughed as he ran towards it, throwing off his hat and shoes before jumping onto it. Sanji chuckled and shrugged off his jacket, shirt then shoes before getting into bed as well. Everyone else soon followed suit, taking off their shoes and coats before finding a good position for today's cuddle pile.

Brook brought up the left edge and was spooning Usopp, Usopp was cuddling Zoro, Zoro was holding onto a clingy and grinning Luffy and Sanji was spooning behind Luffy. Luffy wiggled a little to get comfortable then said “I love you guys~ Wish Pedro was here too but we can just cuddle him when he gets back!”

“True Luf.” Usopp absently pet Zoro's clothed chest and abs as he said “It was pretty fun cuddling with a mink. His fur is sooooo soft!”

“I can't wait~!” Luffy grinned then sighed and buried his face in Zoro's neck and shoulder as he muttered “Wish Traffy was here… He needs a good cuddle and hug…”

Zoro glanced up at Sanji who also caught his eye then Usopp and Brook. Sanji sighed softly then leaned in and kissed Luffy's shoulder and said as his hand rubbed Luffy's waist and hip, “He'll come around Luffy. If he doesn't, that's his choice.” He kissed Luffy's neck and murmured “We all love you very much.”

“Okay…” Luffy muttered into Zoro's neck and held onto his blue shirt tighter.

Brook reached over Usopp and Zoro then settled his hand on Sanji's which was on Luffy's waist. “Why don't we all have a small nap? It seems to be very much needed.”

“No argument here.” Usopp reached over Zoro and put a hand on Luffy too, settling on his arm.

“Sleep well everyone.” Sanji said as he nosed against Luffy's neck, closing his eyes.

Zoro didn't respond as he was softly snoring already, having fallen asleep three seconds ago. As everyone closed their eyes, Brook held onto everyone as he watched over them as usual, his hand drifting up to shift a lock of Luffy's hair in a fond gesture as their Captain slept.

The first person to awake other than Brook -who hadn't slept the whole night- was Sanji, naturally waking up at six in the morning. He stretched and yawned, squirming away from clingy hands as he opened his eyes. He got up and yawned, stretching again then dressed before he trudged into the kitchen, looking around to see if Pedro had any coffee.

“Coffee and tea is in the cupboard.”

“sh*t-” Sanji gasped and turned around in alarm, hand on his chest then relaxed at the sight of Pedro taking his hat off as he walked into the dim kitchen. “Oh. Pedro. Welcome home.”

“Mm.” Pedro set his hat on a wall hook then walked over to Sanji, putting a hand on their waist and leaning in as he murmured “Garachu Sanji.”

“Garachu~” Sanji happily rubbed cheeks with the jaguar Mink, wrapping his arms around the man's waist. He kissed the corner of Pedro's mouth then the front before saying “Going to bed?”

“Not yet.” Pedro gave Sanji's cheek a small lick then walked over to a cabinet, opening it and looking back as he said “Coffee or tea?”

“Coffee, please.”

Pedro nodded and pulled down a tin of coffee. He walked over to his stove and grabbed the kettle, putting some water in it then lit his stove so the water could get hot. He then got out a cotton satchel, dumping some coffee grounds into it as he said “This coffee is only grown here on Zou. Here.” He held the tin lid towards Sanji.

The chef walked closer and leaned in, smelling it then sighing happily “Wow… That smells wonderful. Very rich.”

Pedro put the tin away then looked back at Sanji, their tail reaching out and curling around a strong leg. Sanji smiled crookedly as he let the tail tug him closer and wrapped his arms around Pedro's neck, leaning into his chest as he kissed him again. Pedro purred softly into the kiss as he put his arms around Sanji's lithe waist. Pedro licked into Sanji's mouth and the blonde immediately melted like butter, moaning softly and pressing into Pedro's torso more.

“Yo ho~ Oh my~” Sanji pulled away a bit with a blush as he saw an open-shirt Brook leaning against the doorframe, their boney arms crossed as their head tilted. “What a lovely sight to wake up to! A feast for the eyes! Ah- if I had eyes~! Yo ho ho ho~!”

Sanji sighed heavily and dramatically as he moaned, “Broooook… Skull jokes this early??”

“Skull jokes are for any time unless we're having sex!” Brook chirped happily and walked over to the couple, pressing up behind Sanji as his cold hands skimmed over the soft button up his lover wore. “Have a good patrol Pedro?” He asked as his fingers slid over Pedro's fur, wishing he could feel its softness.

“It was uneventful. But that's a good thing.” Pedro leaned past Sanji's shoulder and licked then nuzzled Brook's jaw as he said “Garachu Brook.”

“Garachu Pedro!” Brook reached up and rubbed the jaguar's ear then stepped back, walking over to the stove as he turned off the heat. “Your kettle is boiling Sanji dear.”

“Oh- Thank you.” Sanji got to work making a pot of coffee for his lovers and himself then looked at Pedro curiously. “Did you want some? Or perhaps some tea like Brook? There's hot water left over.”

“I'll have some tea I think.” Pedro reached into his herb cabinet and rummaged around then put a few things into two cotton bags, set them into mugs then poured the hot water over the bags.

Sanji went up to Brook and reached up, gently curling his fingers into Brook's exposed ribcage -His shirt only partially buttoned- as he tugged the man down into a teeth-to-lips kiss then said “Sleep at all darling?”

“Not tonight.” Brook said with a small shrug and put their arms around Sanji, swaying gently as he said “I was more than happy to watch over everyone. Had to comfort Luffy only once because he woke up upset.”

“Oh… Poor thing.” Sanji murmured, letting Brook sway them into actual dancing, Brook leading a small waltz as he hummed a song.

Pedro leaned on the counter with a soft smile as he looked at the warm and sparkling smile Sanji wore, the blonde so in love it was impossible to deny it. Pedro tended to his tea, adding some honey into it then leaned back on the counter as he sipped his tea and slowly undid his shirt buttons to dress down his Captain's outfit.

Brook gently dipped Sanji, the blonde humming with closed eyes as his head tilted back, Pedro getting a glimpse of both curled brows before Sanji was brought back up right. Sanji hummed happily as he leaned against Brook's chest, his hand over where the man's heart had once rested. He placed a kiss over the spot then reached up, caressing Brook's jaw. Brook reached up and put a hand to the back of Sanji's hand, leaning into their palm.

Pedro knew if Brook had a proper face still, they would be mirroring Sanji's lovesick expression with a soft smile and loving eyes. Pedro's maw opened in a stiff yawn with a small tongue curl, rubbing his whiskers then sipping his drink before saying, “Do you-gara have any plans today?”

“Not sure.” Sanji shrugged then said “I think I wanted to explore a little honestly. This place is rich in natural resources and I would love to look around in the daytime.”

“A good idea. I love walking around my homeland as well.” Pedro said with a nod.

“Care for some company?” Brook offered.

“Nah. I want to see if I can find anything to surprise you all with~” Sanji purred and kissed Brook's sternum lovingly before parting. He yawned a little as he walked over to the coffee, checking it along with the cup of black tea he had made for Brook.

Brook watched Sanji for a moment then heard a shuffle, looking over to the doorway to see a zombie-like Zoro shuffling into the kitchen. Zoro was rubbing his eyes as he walked and bumped right into Brook, the green haired swordsman grunting then peering up at Brook with a squinting eye. “Well good morning to you too.”

Zoro grunted before sniffing and gruffing, his voice husky from sleep, “Coffee?”

“Yes, you sentient algae.” Sanji snipped. Zoro huffed before wandering to the table and plopping into it with a wide yawn. "Charming.” Sanji said with a small side-eye. “Oie. Marimo. Are Luffy and Usopp up?”

Zoro just shrugged and yawned again, slumping forwards and resting his jaw on his palm as he grumbled “They were sleeping when I went to go take a piss then came here.”

Sanji sighed at Zoro's manners then looked at Pedro, the Mink untucking a news-coo from inside his long coat and set it on the counter. He went back up to Brook and reached up, his fingers dancing along Brook's ribs lovingly as he cooed, “My love~ Can you make the coffee? I don't trust Mossball over there to make it.”

“Of course.” Brook took Sanji's hand and lifted it to his teeth before letting go and heading over to the brewing coffee.

Sanji hummed happily and walked past Zoro, hesitating before reaching out and running a hand though his bed-head green locks then heading back towards the bedroom. As he approached the door, he paused as he heard murmuring that sounded to be Usopp talking to Luffy. He leaned towards the closed door, curious about the conversation.

“-ight…”

“But… What if he hates me now?? I can't handle that Uso…”

Usopp audibly sighed and shifted around. Some sniffling was heard then Usopp said softly “Hey… We're still here for you. Right?”

“Right…” There was a moment of silence then a stretching noise. Luffy suddenly giggled as a rubber snap was heard followed by “Hey! Your nose is the long one, not mine!”

“Then stop blubbering over some guy! Maybe he'll change his mind, maybe he won't. But, it won't be healthy for any of us if you keep moping over it. So cheer up, wipe your face and come on. I can smell Sanji making coffee. ‘Kay?”

“Okay.”

Sanji jolted then quickly but quietly scampered away from the door, heading back towards the kitchen as he said “I think I heard them up.” He noticed that Brook had migrated to the table with a cup of steaming tea in his hands, Zoro nursing his mug of coffee as Pedro chatted quietly with Brook, his own cup of tea settled between two paws.

Pedro and Brook looked up at Sanji's voice and Brook nodded “Ah good. Oh, Pedro was just telling us of a delightful little food spot we could go to for breakfast. It would give you a much needed break my dear.”

“Oh. That's… oddly considerate. Thank you.” Sanji walked over to Pedro and gave his ears a fond scratch.

The mink purred and leaned into the scratches as he murmured “My pleasure Sanji.” He gently grabbed Sanji's hand and kissed the back of it then let go, the chef going away only to come back with his mug of coffee.

Sanji sat down next to Zoro and reached up, rubbing and lightly scratching the man's scalp. He chuckled as the swordsman leaned into it with a satisfied humm and lidded eye. “Are we sure you're not related to a Mink? Maybe some ancient sentient moss relative?”

Zoro huffed and pushed Sanji's hand away as he grumbled, “Haha… Very funny.”

Pedro chuckled and sipped his drink before saying “Is this a common thing? Referencing your hair color in a humorous manner?”

“And his zero sense of direction.” Sanji said with a smirk as he tugged on Zoro's ear.

“Stop it Curly.” Zoro snipped and grabbed Sanji's wrist.

“Or what?” Sanji barked back, yanking on his wrist a little as he bared his teeth.

Zoro's eye glistened as he smirked and leaned in as he yanked Sanji's towards himself, muttering in the man's ear. When Zoro let go and drew back, Sanji slowly sat back and was flushed bright red as he stared down at his mug, a flurry of emotions going over Sanji's face.

Pedro was quite impressed at how quickly Zoro tamed his feisty mate. His ear and tail flicked as he said, “Impressive, Zoro.”

“Thanks.” Zoro smirked and leaned forward on the table as he said “At the core of our relationship, he's a bottom pillow princess brat. Pretty easy to calm his ass down if you know what to sa- OW!”

Sanji's foot hooked Zoro's chair leg and yanked, knocking Zoro off his chair. The blonde humphed and finished their coffee before standing as they said haughtily, “I'm going to the market since I am SO much of a brat.” He walked over to the sink and washed his mug then walked over to Brook, kissing his temple, then kissed Pedro's forehead before shooting Zoro a bratty look as he said “I'll be back later.”

As he left, Brook laughed as Zoro grumbled and got back into his seat. “Yo ho ho ho~! You forget my dear Zoro! While our beloved Sanji is most definitely a pillow princess, he is also quite formidable as a crewmate and your twin wing of our Captain!”

“Hmph…” Zoro huffed and grabbed his mug, gulping the rest crankily as Usopp and Luffy finally joined them.

Usopp gave a giant yawn then said with a sleepy smile, “Hey everyone. Mornin.”

Luffy spotted Pedro and gasped immediately, running over and instantly touching the Mink's fur on his neck and head. “Wow! Your fur is sooo soft~!”

“Oh. Thank you-gara.” Pedro's tail twitched as he stayed still, letting Luffy touch him as he pleased. It was actually quite affirming that Luffy seemed to approve of him so far. He looked at Luffy as their little pack “leader” so gaining his approval was towards the top of the list of priorities. He could definitely scratch that all already as fingers rubbed his ears, a purr rumbling in his throat already as he leaned into the affection. “Garachu Luffy.” He said as he leaned up more to brush his cheek against Luffy's jaw.

“Oh! Garachu Pedro!” Luffy basically headbutted the mink but Pedro just laughed and knocked forehead again with a rub.

“How cute~” Brook cooed and tilted their head. “My heart feels as though it will burst! But I do not have a heart! Yo ho ho~!”

Usopp groaned as he poured a cup of coffee then said “Broooook…”

“It's not sex~! My jokes are for everyone to hear!”

Zoro snorted but stood up and went to wash his mug. When he was done he turned to Luffy and barked out, “Oie. Luffy. Wanna get some breakfast?”

“YES!” Luffy immediately ran away from Pedro and towards the front door.

“Oie! Hey! Gh…” Zoro huffed and then said, “Catch up with us later!” He then yelled after his captain and down the treetop pathway Luffy was running along.

“I should probably go after them.” Brook said with a sigh and stood up. “Excuse me.”

“I'll wash your cup.” Usopp said as he sat down next to Pedro. “Go catch those two before they make it to Wano before us.” Brook let out a laugh then ran out after his lovers, snatching his cane on the way out. Usopp chuckled and took a drink of coffee before looking towards Pedro as he said “Sleepy?”

“A bit.” Pedro drank the rest of his tea before it went cold then said “Are you-gara going to join them?”

“Mm… Maybe later.” Usopp took a long drink then leaned on the table, resting his jaw in his hand as he looked at Pedro with lidded eyes and a small crooked smile “So… Anyone else in our group strike your fancy?”

Pedro stood up and grabbed Brook's discarded cup then walked to the sink. He washed them out as he said, “Hm… I suppose I've grown quite fond of Bar- Brook. He's interesting in itself due to the nature of his fruit, but at his core he is a good person and I enjoy his company.” He looked back at Usopp as he smiled handsomely, his white fangs flashing in the light. “And you-gara have caught my eye as well, Usopp.” He finished and rubbed his fur dry before walking over and saying “I haven't much contact with Luffy or Zoro, but I like what I see so far. You-gara have a good pack going for you-gara all. You're all very good for each other.”

“Oh. Th-Thanks.” Usopp smiled with a blush and rubbed his neck then said “So… You… um… like me too then?”

“I said I was interested already. No?” Pedro walked over to Usopp and reached down, gently grabbing their chin and rubbing their sparse chin hair. “You've caught my eye just as much as Sanji. Especially after seeing you-gara with Brook…”

Usopp flushed and nibbled on his lower lip. He felt Pedro's clawed thumb slid up and prod at his lower lip, easing Usopp's mouth open. The sniper's eyes lidded as he felt Pedro's claw tease his lip and teeth. That hungry eye he could see made Usopp feel like he was being hunted and… it was doing something to him that made his pants tight.

“Shall I show you-gara how much you've caught my desire?” Pedro murmured, his tail whipping and curling excitedly. Usopp wouldn't be able to smell it but the captain was letting out a scent that would've let a fellow mink that he was aroused and interested in mating.

“R-Right now?” Usopp stuttered and licked Pedro's claw absently.

The mink shivered a bit at the lick then said “We can take this to my bedroom…” His hand slid to cup the man's jaw. “I'd love nothing more than to mate with you-gara and show you-gara my conviction.”

Usopp swallowed and watched as Pedro licked their sharp teeth. Oh Gods it felt like he was going to be eaten alive... And for all that is Holy, he WANTED to be eaten alive by this stupidly hot Mink. He slowly stood up and took a moment to gulp his coffee in two swallows then looked at Pedro before his strength failed and he bitched out. “Yeah. Okay. L-Let's do that…” Pedro smiled and held down his hand, Usopp hesitating for a second before taking it and letting himself be taken away to the lion's den, or in this case, jaguar's den.

A few hours passed and Luffy along with Zoro were fully stuffed with food, Nami and the others having joined them not too long into their morning feast. Chopper was tending to the wounded with Law's help, Franky and Robin along with Nami lounging with the rest of the crew. Usopp had rejoined the group about an hour and a half in and Zoro immediately started picking at the man's suspenders that barely hid the numerous bites and claw marks from Pedro's passion. Brook of course joined in and with Franky's help tried to goad the long nosed sniper into telling them about it. With a sharp kick from Nami, they both stopped.

At the four hour mark, Brook looked around and said to Zoro, “Zoro? Have you seen Sanji?”

Zoro looked up from where he was being taught a Mink gambling game by the locals and grunted, “No. Oie Luffy! Seen the Cook?”

“Huh?” Luffy hopped down from the branches he'd been swinging on and flopped over Zoro's back as he said “Sanji? No, I haven't seen him.”

Usopp squirmed in the way he did when he was anxious as Robin said “Do you think he got eaten by a local predator?”

“By who? Pedro?” Zoro said with a snort.

“I was with him most of the morning and now he's taking a nap!” Usopp snipped with a frown.

“Didn't Sanji say he was going to look around at the local flora for ingredients?” Brook suddenly said as he remembered this morning's conversation.

“True…”

“But he's been gone for almost five hours!” Usopp cried out and stood up, putting his hands on his hips as he said “We should go looking for hi-”

“Straw Hats!”

Everyone looked over to see Wanda rushing over and frantically waving a paper in her hand, Carrot right on her tail. Both were wearing worried expressions.

“Cabot! Wally!” Luffy chirped happily before frowning at their faces. “What's wrong?”

Wanda nibbled on her lip before holding out a paper, her other hand holding a small dagger. “This… was stuck to a tree just on the edge of the town territory. We found it on patrol.”

Luffy stretched an arm over and opened it in front of Zoro. The two started reading and they visibly got more and more pissed and distressed as they read. “Wh-What is it??” Usopp squeaked.

Luffy got off of Zoro's back, his head tilted down as his hat shadowed his face, his hands clenched into shaking fists. “Let me see it.” Robin asked politely as she walked over to Zoro. The pissed off swordsman handed the paper over and the archeologist started quietly reading. After a moment she looked at the group and said softly “Sanji… He left us.”

“What?!” Usopp shrieked.

“What do you mean left??” Nami stood up in alarm.

Robin sighed and looked back down at the note “To sum up this letter, some of Big Mom's crew came to Zou and blackmailed him into coming with them. He doesn't want us to worry about him or to get drawn into the drama so he went alone and left this note. Big Mom isn't accepting his marriage refusal and threatened to kill his husband, Zeff and the crew if he does not cooperate.” She looked at the bottom and said “He wishes us well without him, and that he loves us dearly. He also apologizes for any inconvenience he has been since he joined the crew.”

“But he hasn't been an inconvenience!!!” Usopp argued desperately. Robin handed Usopp the note and the sniper quickly read it over, slowly falling to his knees as his lip trembled and tears threatened to drip from his eyes.

Brook walked over to Usopp and knelt down with him, gently hugging the man into his chest as he picked up the note to read for himself. After reading, he looked up at Luffy and said with a steady voice, “Captain?”

As Franky bawled his eyes out, Luffy slowly inhaled then exhaled before saying darkly, “We're getting Sanji back. He's mine. Ours. Not hers. He's MY BOYFRIEND!” He yelled angrily, a flare of Haki making some of the minks and crew flinch.

A minute passes before an angry yell is heard, a blue haze appearing before disappearing. “Mugiwara-ya!” Law could be seen walking over briskly with an upset look, Chopper quickly running behind him. “What the f*ck is going on?? Why are you just releasing your Haki like that?? You made my patients faint!”

“Sanji has been kidnapped by the Big Mom pirates.” Robin said with a dark expression.

Law froze up as Chopper screeched in horror, his eyes immediately welling up with tears as he squeaked “Wh-Whaaa?!?”

Law tsked his tongue and glared off to the side then said as he looked back, “They left a note?”

“Yes.” Robin held it towards the surgeon and Law walked closer, taking it and reading it as Chopper ran over to Nami and cried into her calf.

When Law was done, he gave Robin the paper back and said gravely, “Then what's done is done. He was invited to a tea party for his own wedding. Willing or not. He won't escape and we're too late to catch up with them.”

“No! That can't be right!” Usopp exclaimed and stomped up to Law. He poked the man in the chest as he said “Sanji is our crewmate, cook and boyfriend! She can't just-”

“Yes. She can.” Law said as he pushed Usopp's finger away. “Those who decline her tea party and wedding demands are met with a fate worse than death. One by one, Sanji will be given a head in a box of each of his beloved. So unless you want to be delivered to your lover as a corpse, find yourself a new chef.”

“No.” Everyone looked over to see Luffy lifting their head, their usually joyful face dark and serious.

“No?” Law repeated with a raised brow.

“No. She can't have him. He's mine.” Luffy said firmly then looked Law in the eyes as he said, “I'm not sorry, but we're gonna have to put our Kaido plan on hold. I'm not moving forward without Sanji.”

Law sighed and rubbed his face, hiding a small smile behind a hand then dropped it as his hand lowered. “There's no arguing with you when you're like this.” He crossed his arms and said “Fine. Do what you need to do but don't go in with a big ass group. Go in, grab your cook, and get out. Got it?”

“Fine.” Luffy nodded and looked towards his family, deep in thought.

“Perhaps…” Brook said as he stood up, his hand on Usopp's head as the man hiccuped sadly. “We should only have five or six of us to go? The rest can leave with Torao towards Wano. We can meet them there.”

“Good idea.” Law nodded in agreement.

“Okay.” Luffy gave another nod then said “Brook, Nami, Chopper, Usopp. Will you come with me?”

Brook nodded and put a hand on his cane as he said “I will.”

Nami whimpered but sniffled and nodded. “Okay! For Sanji!”

“Yeah!” Chopper cried, still bawling his eyes out and hugging Nami's leg.

Usopp stood up shakily but nodded and said, “Y-Yeah! Let's go get Sanji back!”

“I'll come too!” Carrot exclaimed “Me and Pedro! I know Pedro has been that way before!” She smiled brightly and chirped “Overheard him years ago talking about Toto Land!”

“Good. That'll give us some leverage.” Nami nodded then sniffed and rubbed her nose again.

Zoro stood up and growled “Why not me? I can grab that idiot and get out before they can blink!”

“They need you.” Luffy said simply with a small smile as he put a hand on Zoro's shoulder, “I need my first mate to take care of our family while I'm gone.”

Zoro sighed but nodded and said “I don't like it, but fine. I trust your judgment.” He leaned down and cupped Luffy's face, kissing his lover before murmuring “Get our Curly back, Captain…”

“I will.” Luffy murmured back, reaching up to run his fingers through Zoro's hair intimately, their foreheads bumping gently before Luffy broke away and said “Let's get ready to sail in two hours. Franky?”

“YEAH?!” Franky wailed through his sobs, Robin gently patting the man's metal arm awkwardly.

“Can you work with everyone to help make sure we have supplies and LOTS of food? Dunno how long it'll take to get there then get to Wani.”

“Wano.” Law said gruffly.

“That's what I said!” Luffy grinned brightly at Law.

"YOW!" Franky howled as he stood up and slammed his forearms together overhead, tears pouring from his eyes. “LEAVE IT IN MY SUUUUUPER HANDS!”

Law sighed and rubbed his temple before saying to the rabbit mink, “You should go tell your Captain that you recruited him for this mission.”

“Oh! Right!” Carrot nodded excitedly before running away swiftly.

Law looked after her then eyed Wanda. “She seems… excited.”

“It's her first time outside of Zou.” Wanda explained with a sigh.

“Ah… I see.” Law looked back towards Luffy as Franky walked away with Zoro, Nami, Robin, Chopper and Usopp at his side to go prepare the ship with the Minks' assistance. He looked over Luffy's stern face, the young man deep in thought. Law hesitated before approaching the other captain and said “Mugiwara-ya.” Luffy looked over at him and he continued, “Nico Robin and Nami are aware of the plans in place for when we arrive in Wano. When you get there, try to keep your nose down. We don't want to cause any unwanted eyes to look our way.”

“Right.” Luffy looked back towards his crew, watching as Zoro put their arm around Usopp's waist and tugged him closer as they walked. He turned towards Law and said “Thank you for letting me do this. Sanji is my family. And I'd do anything for my family.”

The conviction in those burning eyes and face took Law aback for a moment before he said with a slight smile “I've noticed. You're not exactly the brightest captain I know, but you're loyal to your crew and those you call friends. So I suppose that makes you a tolerable man.”

Luffy smiled at that and nodded then held out a hand. “I'll see you in Wano, Torao.”

Law looked down at the offered hand then grabbed it and said, “If you come back alive from Big Mom, I'll see you there, Luffy-ya.” Luffy nibbled on his lower lip then yanked Law into a hug, burying his face into the man's chest. “O-Oie!” Law barked with a dark blush, his arms outwards to not touch the clingy man.

“Just wanted a hug…” Luffy jumped back with a grin and said, “I don't say goodbye! So see yah around Torao!”

Law watched as Luffy ran off and huffed, fixing his shirt and trying to get rid of the pink hue on his cheeks and the lingering warmth in his chest. “Tsh…” He clicked his tongue and turned with a flourish, walking back towards the medical ward and leaving the Straw hands and Minks to prepare for their long journey ahead.

Chapter 15: Let's have a talk

Chapter Text

“Captain.”

Luffy looked over at Zoro and blinked at the title being used. It must be serious. “What's up Zoro?”

Zoro seemed to be biting his cheeks before he said “I need to talk to you about something. I… I wanted to confide this with Curl- Sanji, but then this happened before I could find the time and courage to do it.”

Luffy eyed Zoro then slowly nodded and said, “Okay. Let's talk.”

Zoro led Luffy away from the heart of the town and far enough to where they wouldn't be overheard. With a bit of Haki, he felt out to see if anyone was nearby but they seemed to be in the clear. Zoro fidgeted with his swords before kneeling down on both knees and taking off his swords. He stared at the ground then lowered his forehead to the ground as he rasped “Luffy… I've been hiding this for a while now. It's been eating me alive from the inside… I… I've been unfaithful to you all.”

Luffy widened his eyes and took a small step back as he stared down at Zoro. “Wh… What? What do you mean??”

Zoro shut his eyes and said, “Ichiji blackmailed me into sleeping with him…” He sat up and put a hand to his blind eye as he said icily more to himself, “He told me he'd expose me and Sanji “cheating” on Usopp and tell his father everything he knew. Apparently I… had called out Sanji's name when he f*cked me the first night when we got drunk together. Not wanting to blow our cover I… I accepted his terms to let him f*ck me again.” He inhaled slowly then exhaled, dropping his hands to his knees as he bowed his head and said, “I also… Yonji approached me after our fight with a desire to keep hurting him. He… he liked the pain. I think all the brothers do since it's hard for them to actually get hurt. But we didn't go further than me beating the sh*t out of him for his own sexual pleasure.” Zoro sighed and clenched his pants as he said, “I know none of this is excusable. And… I don't expect you to forgive me now that you know. I just couldn't hold in the guilt anymore, especially with Sanji gone.”

Luffy was quiet as he stared down at Zoro, contemplating what he just heard from his most loyal crewmate. He swallowed dryly, not sure exactly how to deal with his first experience with a cheating lover. “I…” He looked down at the ground and closed his eyes then looked at Zoro as he said lowly, “Did he rape you?”

Zoro looked up in alarm then looked away with a small frown. “I… don't know. I mean…” He sat up more as he said, “The more I try to think about our first night together, the more I realize I don't remember anything. I remember... drinking with Ichiji then… Nothing. I don't remember anything until the morning. I… I admit I thought Sanji or Usopp had crawled into bed with me when I woke up…”

Luffy clenched his fists then relaxed them before saying, “Do you like him?”

“What??” Zoro gaped up at Luffy then shook his head. “No, I don't. The sex was just sex. At least for my side… Ichiji confided to me later on that he liked me but didn't know how to deal with the emotions he felt since they weren't something he was used to.” He glanced away a bit and said, “I think he had a crush on me but didn't know how to act on it appropriately…” Zoro looked back at Luffy and said firmly, “The only thing I felt for him and even Yonji, was pity. I hope Chopper's medicine and therapy sessions work out.”

Luffy looked down again before saying, “Zoro… You need to tell Sanji.”

Zoro felt his chest tighten and he nodded then rasped, “I know… I… I swear I will.” He bit his lower lip then looked up at Luffy, his first boyfriend, and whispered, “Luffy… H-How bad did I f*ck this up?”

Luffy didn't meet Zoro's eyes as his fists clenched again. His eyes lidded then he lowered his head till his hat covered his eyes. After a few moments of painful silence, Luffy reached up and took his hat off, placing it gently on Zoro's head, covering their eyes as he said, “I'll leave that up to Sanji to decide. But… as long as you feel bad about it and you came to me to tell me… It'll take some time, but I still care about you, Zoro.”

Zoro sniffed a bit from under the hat and nodded, reaching up and tilting the hat backwards a bit as he stood up and looked down at Luffy. He reached up and rubbed his eyes then muttered, “I don't deserve you guys…”

Luffy smiled softly but crookedly and said, “The fact you regret it helps, yah know? You aren't keeping contact with them right?”

“No.”

“Good.” Luffy nodded once then said, “And I can trust you to keep an eye on our crew while I'm gone?” Zoro nodded once and Luffy smiled a little wider. “Good.” His smile dropped a bit as he said, “I won't lie to you. I'm disappointed you didn't come to me sooner.”

“I know…” Zoro gently took the hat off his head and held it in his hands, gently rubbing the rim with his thumbs as he said, “If Sanji wants me out of the group after I tell him, I'll fully accept my punishment and lea-”

Luffy reached up and pressed both hands to Zoro's mouth as he said, “No. You're not leaving the crew!”

Zoro had tensed up at first but then relaxed and reached a hand to gently take hold of Luffy's hand. He pressed a kiss to it then said, “I promise I won't leave the crew unless you force me to.”

“Good.” Luffy sighed and said with a frustrated expression, “I want to be more upset with you but it sounds like you already hate yourself more than I ever could. Like I said, I'll leave your actual punishment up to Sanji, if he wants to.”

“I understand…” He put Luffy's hat back on Luffy's head and smiled softly as he said, “Thank you for listening, Luf… I… I really appreciate it.”

“Of course.” Luffy then eyeballed Zoro as he said sharply, “Learned your lesson?”

“Yeah.” Zoro said with a tired but soft smile. He leaned down and kissed Luffy's forehead then whispered, “Stay safe… Get our cook back…”

“Yeah.” Luffy pecked Zoro's lips sweetly then held his hand as they walked back to camp together and got ready to set sail.

“Oh cheer up-c'est bon! You must see that this is a brighter outcome-”

“Shut it, egg-pants.” Sanji growled around his cigarette, eyeing the odd half-hatched man standing near him. He leaned on the railing as he puffed and glared into the horizon, his fingers tapping the railing anxiously.

“Bon-Now now Sanji! You must behave yourself-s'il vous plaît!” Baron chirped and grabbed his cup of tea, taking a sip before returning it to his head.

Sanji huffed and pushed away from the railing, his smoke time ruined by the annoying asshole of an egg-man. “Leave me alone will yah? I'm already heading there as it is.” He snapped and shoved his hands into his pockets as he walked away.

“Hey! Sanji~! Wait for me-rero!”

Sanji groaned as he looked over his shoulder towards Vito, the long tongued man running towards him excitedly. The fanboy of a gangster had been bothering him since the first step he took on this damn ship, the man apparently a huge fan of Germa 66, much to Sanji's ire. “What do you want…”

“Just wanna keep yah company-rero!” He chirped then looked around nervously before leaning down and muttering, “And I um… I wanted to talk to you in private-rero.”

Sanji raised a curled brow at that and nodded. “Fine. Let's talk.”

Vito led Sanji away into his temporary room above the vesile before pausing when he saw Ceaser fuming in his cage. “Er… Let's go in here instead-rero.”

“Oie!” Caesar screeched as he saw the two walk in then head towards a conjoined room. “LET ME OU-”

They shut the door behind them and Sanji walked over to a chair, sitting down and crossing his legs. “Okay? Now what?” He said with an irritated expression.

Vito looked a bit uncomfortable as he said, “So um… I was informed recently that the marriage proposal was… changed-rero.”

Sanji raised a brow at that and said, “Okay…? In what way?”

Vito shuffled then reached into his pocket and pulled out a picture. “So… The original plan was for you to marry Pudding, a chocolate connoisseur-rero. She was supposed to marry you… But ever since Big Mom found out you were married to a man, plans changed a bit-rero.” He held out Pudding's picture and said as Sanji took the picture to look at it. “Pudding is now going to still be your wife in a way, but more of a surrogate mother for your child-rero.”

Sanji was making heart eyes at the picture when he looked up, his eyes shifting to a frown as he said, “Huh? Why?”

“Because Big Mom figured you'd be happier with a man as your intended-rero. You will now be marrying Katakuri along with Pudding but she won't be marrying her brother for… obvious reasons-rero.” Vito then said, “He doesn't like his photo being taken, so all I have to offer you in terms of information is that he is… large-rero. He is the second son to Big Mom and the Sweets Commander along with being the Minister of Flour in Totto Land on Komugi Island-rero.”

Sanji blinked a few times before sitting up and saying, “Wait. Are- you telling me this lady wants to have me in a polygamous relationship with two of her kids???”

Vito flinched a little and smiled apologetically. “Uh. Yes-rero? She thought you would like it more since you're used to polyamory-rero.”

Sanji froze up at that and said as he slowly stood up, “What the f*ck did you just say…”

Vito squeaked and took a step back, his tongue flicking anxiously. “I-I said that she thought you'd appreciate being in a polygamous relationship since you're already in one-rero…”

Sanji crumpled the photo of Pudding in his hand as he hissed, “How the f*ck does she know?? We were keeping it a secret from my family! Hell- I even said I was married to Usopp!” He looked down at his hand and the wedding band he still wore and never took off since visiting his family.

Vito shrugged at that. “Big Mom doesn't care if someone is married already or not as long as the union suits her-rero. As to how she knows… Big Mom has eyes and ears everywhere-rero.”

“Uuugh…” Sanji groaned and rubbed his face then growled “How much does she know?”

Vito reached into his coat and pulled out a small file, opening it as he said, “Pretty much everything-rero. You, Vinsmoke Sanji, are in a relationship with Captain Monkey D. Luffy, Pirate Hunter Roronoa Zoro, Sniper God Usopp and the Humming Undead Swordsman Brook-rero. And, you are, by word of mouth, allegedly married to Sniper God Usopp-rero.”

Sanji slumped in his chair as he stared ahead into the void. “...sh*t…” Sanji limply scrounged for a cigarette and lit it with shaking hands, inhaling deeply then releasing the smoke.

Vito tilted his head and said, “I'd ask if you're alright but you're obviously not-rero. Were you trying to keep this a secret-rero?”

“Yes! No…? I don't know…” Sanji mumbled and rubbed his temple. “I mean… We weren't exactly keeping it a secret but we weren't hiding it either. It's just more irritating than anything…” He was glad that their recent addition of Pedro wasn't news to Big Mom yet, not wanting to drag the poor man into this… family drama.

Vito shrugged at that. “Well, nothing you can do about it now unless you want them to die-rero. It's best to just forget about-”

“Shut. The f*ck. Up.” Sanji snarled dangerously, his head tilted downwards to shadow his eye as smoke curled from his lips.

Vito swallowed then smiled wobbly and held up his hands. “Hey hey! No need to get hostile-rero. I was just offering advice-rero.” He saw Sanji staring daggers still so he sighed and lowered his hands. “Fine I'll leave yah alone-rero.” He shoved his hands into his pockets and walked away out the door with a small huff.

Finally alone, Sanji pulled the cigarette from his lips and let out a soft sob, covering his mouth as tears fell over his hand. He was scared. For the first time in a long time, he was genuinely scared and afraid of losing everything he worked hard for. All because he's expendable, weak and Big Mom wants a way to connect their families.

“f*ck…”

When the ship finally made landfall, Sanji felt faint as he stepped off the giant ship he'd been traveling on. This didn't feel right. The world he was stepping into felt… bright and colorful. Full of life. Wasn't this supposed to be his doom? His prison? The wretched place he was being forced to be?

He looked around warily then noticed that annoying egg-man motioned for him to follow. With a huff, he stuffed his hands into his pockets and chewed on his lit cigarette. As he walked and felt his anxiety building, he felt a longing for Usopp's ropes hugging him so gently under his clothes. He longed for Luffy's blinding smile and stretchy hugs. He yearned for the gentle touch and voice of Brook as he spoke poems of love. He even missed his brutish swordsman and that secret soft side he had.

He was still at an internal war with himself about what he found out, the secrets he'd accidentally uncovered, but he knew deep in his heart that Zoro loved them all.

Sanji found himself missing Pedro too even though he'd just joined them. He wanted to run his fingers through soft fur, share a cigarette, listen to those deep rumbling purrs.

The chef sighed and shook his head then looked ahead at the daunting castle getting closer and closer.

Closer and closer to his fiancés.

Two fiancés…

Maybe if he stuck out long enough he could just wait for his crew to come get him. They're probably on their way! Yes… He needed to stay strong for them. Not just his lovers. For Chopper, Franky, Jinbe, Robin, for Nami!

“Bon-We are here-c'est bon!” Sanji looked up at the opening doors and swallowed, following inside as the man continued to speak. “Speak only when spoken to and do not insult Mama-soir!”

“Yeah yeah…” Sanji muttered and blew smoke out of the corner of his mouth, tapping his ashes on the ground as a silent middle finger. When they got to a pair of giant doors yet again, Sanji swallowed and dropped his cigarette, crushing it with his heel and watched the doors open. He was motioned inside so he inhaled then exhaled, taking a step then another, walking into the room.

“Mama mama! My my look at you~!”

Sanji looked up and up and widened his eyes as he looked up more as the giant woman before him. She was… ugly. Absolutely hideous and even her energy felt ugly. Festering and rotten unlike the fresh food laid out before her on the large dining table.

“Come! Come and sit! Eat!” Big Mom chirped with a huge grin, grabbing a handful of food and shoving into her mouth.

Sanji inhaled again then exhaled as he kept walking, his eyes downwards cast. He found an empty seat and sat down, still staring downwards and wondering if it would be rude to spark up a cigarette.

“So! They tell me you're a chef! How wonderful! Mama mama~! You'll fit in quite well with my children and Totto Land!” She motioned across the table and said “This is Pudding! Say hello child.”

“Um… Hello Sanji.” The brown haired woman said shyly, peeking up with a blush.

“...Hi.” Sanji muttered a brisk greeting.

“My my~ So stiff! Relax and eat! Enjoy yourself!”

Sanji winced before finally looking up at the food. It looked fairly good honestly and he was kind of hungry. Even so, he felt a bit of his old eating disorder crawling into his stomach to settle like a heavy stone. He reached out and grabbed a piece of fruit, nibbling on it before saying with a light harsh tone to it, “And… where is the other one?”

“Mama mama~! So eager to meet him, hm? He'll be along. He had a few things to finish up before coming to join us!”

“Hn.” Sanji bit another bite into the fruit then glanced back up at Pudding who was sipping something in a goblet. “So… You're really alright being a surrogate for a guy you don't know who's marrying your brother?”

Pudding blushed darker and touched her warm cheeks. “U-Um... If it makes Mama happy… Yes… And um…” Her eyes flickered up to Sanji as she said shyly, “I guess I don't mind if it's with you…”

The word “disgusting” was on the tip of his tongue but he held it back and just looked down, his eyes narrowing as he looked at his empty plate. “...I see…” He suddenly looked up and said firmly, “And if I refuse? To lay with you? You already know I'm in a relationship with men. What makes you think I could ever touch a woman like that?”

“Mama mama~! Such a funny little man!” Linlin laughed and patted her chest then said with a grin, “If her body really displeases you, we can always artificially inseminate her~! I had a feeling you wouldn't want to touch her as a lover of so many men.”

Sanji's eyes twitched and he glared up at her as he said icily, “Oh like you can talk! How many husbands do you have??”

“Mama mama! Such fire~!” She laughed again and leaned down, her eyes glistening with malice as she said, “If you know what's good for you… Eat and be quiet~” She chuckled and grabbed a whole four tier cake, tearing into it hungrily.

Sanji felt sick to his stomach as he grabbed a glass of water, taking a long drink. About five minutes passed before the doors opened again and the door Homie announced, “Entering, Katakuri Charlotte!”

Sanji wiped his head up from the glass of wine he'd been nursing and widened his eyes at the behemoth of a man that walked into the room. “Forgive my lateness Mama.” Katakuri's deep voice rumbled through the room as he approached the table.

“It's fine! Come come! Sit and meet your future husband!”

Katakuri nodded once before noticing his normal chair had been placed next to a small blonde man. He sighed silently before walking over and sitting down next to the man. He looked down at the blonde and saw them staring up with alarm in their eyes. He held back another sigh and instead said, “Vinsmoke Sanji, yes?”

“Uh… Y-Yes?”

“Hm.” Katakuri said nothing more as he looked over at Pudding. He could see his sister was already smitten with the blonde man but the man was barely looking at her. He had heard already that Sanji was in a relationship with five other men, married to one supposedly. It made him wonder a few things. Especially since Sanji was in a relationship with a skeleton of all things. It made him curious if this man would… accept him the way he was. Perhaps Mama found him a perfect fiancé? After a moment he realized the man was talking to him and looked back down. “What?”

“Uh. I asked if you were going to eat…” Sanji muttered awkwardly.

“No. I already ate.” Katakuri said simply and looked away again.

Sanji stiffened at the way he was pretty much dismissed and looked down at his food. Great… He was about to be stuck in a marriage to a woman and a man who didn't like to talk. Zoro had his moments where he kind of went nonverbal, Hell, Luffy did too, but this was just awkward. Unbearable even.

Ten more minutes of an insanely tense dinner went by before Big Mom waved her hand and said, “Out of my sight with your face already Katakuri! Take the blonde boy with you and get acquainted.”

“Yes Mama.” Katakuri said stiffly then stood up and looked down at Sanji. “Please, follow me.”

“Fine.” Sanji walked after Katakuri, glancing back at Pudding before following the tall man.

Sanji was led into an indoor greenhouse room and over to a gazebo, Katakuri sitting down and crossing his legs with his ankle over his knee. He patted next to him and said, “Come. Sit.” Sanji grit his teeth before getting up on the gazebo and sitting with crossed arms. Katakuri looked down at Sanji quietly before speaking up, “Your skeleton lover…”

“His name is Brook.” Sanji snapped as he glared up at Katakuri. “What about him? Gonna ask me about necrophilia? Make some dumb ass bone pun?”

Katakuri frowned a little then said, “None of the like. I was merely going to ask you how you love someone so… different than you. No offense meant. I am merely curious.”

Sanji blinked a few times then looked away and said, “Oh… I guess plenty of people are curious…” He ran a hand through his hair then leaned back and crossed his arms again. “It's not much different than any other relationship honestly. He's kind… sweet and caring… A big ass pervert that's for damn sure, but it's grown on us as we realized it's to help his mental health for not having his… ah… bits.” He coughed into his fist awkwardly. “Anyway. He really is a wonderful and considerate partner. He writes us songs, he reads and writes poetry… His voice is so alluring too. Something about it is just so calming when he wants to be. Other times I want to hit him with my cast iron pan, but that's pretty normal.”

“I see… Are you intimate with him?”

Sanji blushed darker and snipped, “I hardly see why I should tell you such private information!”

“Forgive me.” Katakuri said with a small blush to his cheeks and looked away.

Sanji huffed and rifled around for a cigarette, lighting it and taking a breath. After he exhaled, he gazed upwards and looked his future husband over. He… wasn't bad looking honestly. He was more curious about that big ass scarf than anything. “Hey. Big guy. What's with the scarf? You can't be that cold.”

Katakuri stiffened a little then tugged his scarf up more. “It's… personal.”

“What? Is it a scar?” Sanji rolled his eyes and said “I doubt it's anything shocking. Zoro has a huge ass scar on his chest, over his eye and two on his ankles where he tried to cut his damn feet off when he was stuck one time. Dumbass. Luffy has that big x shaped scar on his chest. Usopp has some scars too that he's pretty proud of. I've got one on my back from a surgery on my spine two years ago.” He leaned back and tipped his head backwards as he said lazily “I really doubt you'd scare or shock me. I don't care.”

Katakuri looked down at Sanji, looking over the man's face as they closed their eyes, smoke curling from their lips and the tip of their cigarette. “I believe you. I'm just not comfortable with it myself.”

Sanji opened their eyes with a frown and looked at Katakuri. “Oh. I see.” He studied the man's face then sat back up and rubbed his face, pulling his cigarette from their lips and tapping it as he said, “I hope you know I have no interest in making love to your sister for a baby.”

“Ah. You have no interest in women?” Katakuri asked curiously.

“Not really. I mean, I look at most as Goddesses that deserve to be praised and loved. But over the years I've been getting better at telling who deserves it. Your mother definitely doesn't. Forcing people to get married… Tsh…” He looked up at Katakuri suddenly and said with wide eyes, “You're being forced too? Aren't you?”

Katakuri's fingers fidgeted ever so slightly as he said, “Mama chose me to marry you. She would be upset if I declined the proposition.”

“Upse- Katakuri! You're marrying someone!” Sanji stood up on the bench and still wasn't at eye level. “This isn't just some business deal! I mean it kind of is, but marriage is the main part of it! I mean- do you even like me? You don't even know me!”

Katakuri shifted a little to face Sanji better and took a moment to actually take in Sanji's face and figure. The wanted posters definitely didn't do the man justice. He was… quite beautiful actually. Handsome. He could see how he attracted four other lovers so easily. His eyes roamed over plush lips, flawless skin, that singular exposed eye as blue as the sea herself. “I think you are attractive. While it is true that I only know of you from your file, if we are to wed I would not mind getting to know you on a personal level.” His eyes roamed Sanji's surprised expression before saying, “What about myself? Am I appealing to you?”

Sanji blinked then popped a hip as he leaned his jaw on his fingers, his elbow on a crossed over arm. “Hm.” He actually took his time taking Katakuri in, not just doing a glance over. After a few moments Sanji said, “Honestly? You're not bad looking. A bit too tall for my taste but other than that you seem like a decent guy.” He glanced downwards and coughed with a blush. “Ah… Though I must admit I am… not sure how your mother expects us to… consummate our marriage.”

Katakuri blushed a bit as well and said, “We'll worry about that at another time. At the moment I am content getting to know my intended and to try and not have a completely intolerable marriage.”

“I guess.” Sanji blew out some smoke then plopped back down to sit.

“I hear you are a chef.”

Sanji looked back up and nodded. “Yeah. Heard you're some flour big shot.”

Katakuri chuckled and said “I am the minister of flour. Kind of like a mayor for an entire island.”

“So… does that mean you like baked goods? Break? Cakes? Muffins and donuts?”

Katakuri's eyes visibly lit up at the mention of donuts before he said, “Yes. It is our main staple. Perhaps, since the wedding isn't till another week, I could take you there to visit.”

Sanji blinked a few times, almost wanting to decline before realizing it might give him a rare opportunity. He then smiled handsomely and nodded. “Sure. Sounds good.”

Katakuri felt something unexpected in his chest but he shooed it away and said, “What do you like cooking?”

“Hm… I guess it depends on my mood but I like making anything that brings a smile to my crew's face.” He smiled fondly as he said, “Brook really likes curry and tea. Nami loves anything made with her tangerines. Mosshead- ah, Zoro, likes rice balls and sake. Luffy really loves meat so he's not really picky. Usopp seems to like any time of fish I make and just most seafood really. Robin loves her coffee so I like to make things that compliment that. Chopper loves cotton candy but I can't always make it so he also likes any sweets I make for him or the crew. Franky really liked hamburgers but he seems to eat anything you throw at him.” He chuckled and leaned on his fist as he said, “I haven't spent much time with Jinbe but he does seem overly picky. I noticed though that he's particularly fond of fruit.”

“You're very observant.” Katakuri complimented.

“Well. They're my namaka. I love them.” Sanji said with a smile, exhaling smoke in the shape of a heart as he looked upwards with a longing in his eyes.

Katakuri had to tear his eyes away from Sanji's expression. That look… Sanji was in love. Truly in love. That was a look he would never have turned his way. “I see…”

Sanji looked back at Katakuri and said with a raised brow, “If you don't mind me asking, is this your first relationship?”

Katakuri felt a pink tinge to his cheeks as he said, “Yes. It is… Does this matter?”

“No, just surprised.”

“Surprised?”

Sanji shrugged and motioned to Katakuri up and down with his cigarette. “You're a good looking guy overall and so far you've been pretty nice to me despite everything. Hard to believe no one wanted to try their hand for your favor before.”

“They have tried.” Katakuri said bluntly. “Either they didn't garner my attention or didn't appreciate that I wouldn't remove my scarf for them.”

“So… they didn't attract you or they didn't respect your boundaries?” Sanji scoffed and looked to the side as he said, “Sounds like you dodged several bullets there then. Why settle yourself with someone you don't find attractive or understands your boundaries?”

“Does this mean you find Brook attractive?”

Sanji blushed hard red and coughed smoke from a too large inhale of smoke then looked at the large man next to him. “I'd use the saying “beauty is in the eye of the beholder” but he would one-hundred percent make an eyeless joke. Brook is a special case. Sure, we've had to deal with necrophilia comments… but we all find something about him attractive.” He inhaled a small bit of smoke then looked upwards as he said, “Personally, I love his voice and personality. He's kind and understanding, sweet and thoughtful. And yes, he is a very generous lover. His soul and heart is attractive, even if he doesn't have the latter.” Sanji put a hand over his own heart as he said fondly, “He calls us all his Heart… I asked him about the pet name he gave us all and he said that our hearts beat for the one he lost long ago.” A puff of heart shaped smoke curled from his lips as he cooed, “He's such a romantic~”

Katakuri watched Sanji for a bit, a small emotion he hated to call Jealousy crawling up inside his chest. He shoved the feeling back down then said, “I know I am not your ideal first choice for… a lover or partner, but I do hope to make this work between us. You seem like a good man.”

Sanji blinked then laughed and waved a hand as he said, “Oh please… I bet my crew will realize I'm gone and try to drag my ass back to the ship soon! My captain has a strong sense of possessiveness when it comes to his crew and lovers.” He sucked in a breath and smiled crookedly but fondly. “They're all shameless dumbasses, but I love them.” He hopped off the bench as he said and walked away, “Don't worry. I'm not running away. I just want to try and figure this out before things get violent. Yah know?”

Katakuri watched Sanji leave then stared down at his crossed arms as he crossed his legs. “Even in the heart of enemy territory with his back against the wall… he still feels loyalty…” The large minister sighed and rolled his shoulders back as he muttered, “I need to cut off his rebellious nature before Mama gets mad and just kills him.” He stood up and walked away from the gazebo as he mumbled “But how to get him to submit…”

As the two groups split off, one heading towards Wano and the other to save Sanji, Zoro felt a heavy weight in his chest. He thought telling his captain of his infidelity would help alleviate some of his pain, but it only made it worse. Now, in the depths of the dark ocean in a metal submarine, hiding away in a guest room, Zoro felt like committing Seppuku. But even he knew that wouldn't do anything to save his honor, if anything it would label him even more of a coward and bastard.

He heard a knock and looked up to see Usopp peeking in, nose first before his eyes peered in at him. “Knock knock? Anyone alive in here?”

“No.”

“Oh. Well. Must be a ghost then and this bottle of sake will go to waste-”

“Oie-”

Usopp snickered and walked into the room, closing and locking the door to give them some privacy. “I'm kidding~ Here.” Usopp plopped down next to Zoro on the bed the man was sitting up on and held out the bottle. “Nicked this from the kitchen. Don't tell that Law guy.”

Zoro chuckled and popped the bottle open as he said, “My lips are sealed.” He took a long drink before sighing and leaning back against the metal wall, his eyes closing as he listened to the sounds outside the metal shell.

Usopp scooted closer and took the bottle back, taking a swig before handing it back as he said, “Alright big boy. Times up. What's eating you?”

Zoro froze up before taking several gulps of sake and rasping, “...I told Luffy. About Yonji.”

Usopp blinked then slapped his forehead. “Ah crap… I forgot about that too!” He then frowned and said, “What did he say? I know you told me that um… the guy was pretty much getting off on-”

“There's more.” Zoro cut Usopp off with a grim expression.

“Okay…?” Zoro was quiet before downing the rest of the bottle. “Hey hey! Jezz! That bad???”

Zoro pulled the now empty bottle away with a pop noise then rasped hoarsely, “...I slept with Ichiji.”

“Wh-”

“Several times. Told Luffy before we left.”

Usopp stares at Zoro then down at his hands. He clenched his fists as he closed his eyes, shaking a little as he slowly inhaled then exhaled.

Zoro twitched then rolled the bottle away on the bed. “Say something!”

“I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO SAY!” Usopp snapped as he got up off the bed. He paced back and forth as he ranted, “It was somewhat FINE when you were just like- beating the sh*t outta Yonji, but f*cking Ichiji?!?” He turned on Zoro and hissed, “Do you realize how much Sanji is going to break from this?! I have no idea how he'll react! He could cry, go quiet, snap and fight you! I don't know!” He rubbed his face then put a hand on his hip as he said tiredly, “Did you instigate it??”

“No…” Zoro mumbled then took a breath before spilling everything he remembered about that first night, the next morning and when Ichiji confessed to him.

When Zoro was done, Usopp pressed his hands together and inhaled sharply before suddenly slapping Zoro. The greenette widened his eyes and held his cheek then flinched as Usopp got on the bed and straddled his lap, hugging him tightly. “You f*cking idiot… Why didn't you tell us…”

Zoro bit his lower lip then rasped, “I- I don't know… I thought it would be better for Sanji if-”

“Bullsh*t.” Usopp whispered and hugged Zoro tighter, gripping the back of his hair. “Try again…”

Zoro slowly hugged Usopp and buried his face in the man's neck, shaking a little before managing to say, “I'm sorry… I'm so sorry… I should have trusted you guys… I-I thought I could handle it myself and not worry anyone… I didn't want to be an inconvenience if our secret got out!”

Usopp sighed and leaned back, hands on Zoro's shoulders as he said, “Zoro… The worse that would've happened is that Judge would be disgusted by Sanji having all these boyfriends. We can handle that. The guy is a dick.” He inhaled then exhaled then held Zoro's face, his thumb brushing over the scar line on the man's cheek. “Baby… You were raped. Yes you made a concious- and really f*cking stupid- decision to keep f*cking him. But the way you described that beginning? Ichiji drugged and raped you. Are… Are you okay? I know you drink like crazy and not anywhere near a lightweight so for him to get you THAT f*cked up…”

Zoro swallowed, then said hesitantly, “I don't… Uh…”

Usopp thinned his lips then pet Zoro's ears and murmured “You haven't come to terms with what happened? Have you?”

“...No… I don't think I have…” Zoro confessed and leaned into Usopp's hand. “I've been worrying so much about Sanji missing and what he'd think of me when I tell him… I… I don't know what to think anymore. I've never dealt with something like that.”

Usopp sighed and pet Zoro's hair then said, “How does it make you feel? About you and Ichiji.”

“I… I guess I feel used? The sex was fine… Felt more like a chore or fighting than f*cking.” He felt Usopp pull him down so they were laying down, Usopp on his back with Zoro's head down towards his chest. Zoro laid his cheek on Usopp's chest and muttered, “It… felt good at some times. But at the end of the day, I never would have instigated it. I'm more than satisfied emotionally and physically with all of you guys. I haven't been with Pedro yet but he seems like a nice guy.”

Usopp pet Zoro's head, neck, shoulders and back as he stared up at the ceiling in thought. “Maybe this undercover thing during our time in Wano will be good for you. Some time alone to think about yourself and think about how you want to bring it up to Sanji when we get him back.”

The fact Usopp said “when” instead of “if” let Zoro know how much faith the sniper had in their captain and crew. He closed his eyes and said, “I guess… I can't wait for this whole Wano thing to blow over and Luffy kicks this Kaido guy's ass. I know it isn't Law's plan, but knowing our Captain, Luf wants to fight this Emperor guy.”

“Yeah…” Zoro snuggled into Usopp's suspenders, quiet for a few heartbeats before muttering, “Usopp… Can you discipline me…”

“Discipline you?”

“My heart feels like lead and my stomach is twisted… My head is foggy… I need something to angle the ache and I don't deserve pleasure.”

Usopp sighed then said pointedly, “I'm not doing what you did to Yonji.”

“I don't mean that far. Just… make it hurt.”

The sniper went quiet for a moment before rubbing Zoro's head. “You sure Zo?”

“Please…” Zoro's voice was barely a whisper as his fingers curled into the fabric of Usopp's clothes.

“Fine I guess… Safeword?”

“...Kuina.”

“Yesh… Alright. Yeah. Get up then.” Zoro slowly got off of Usopp and stood in the center of the room, looking down at the floor as Usopp got off the bed. “Now, I don't have any of my normal gear yah know. So I'll do what I can.”

“Okay.” Zoro nodded stiffly.

Usopp walked up to Zoro and put a hand on his jaw then chin, tilting their head to look at him. “Eyes, Zoro.” The swordsman looked up finally, a bit of glassiness along the bottom lid. Usopp sighed then let go and said as he rolled his shoulders back, “Alright. Repeat your safeword.”

“Kuina.”

“Good. Take off your coat, sash, swords, shoes and pants. Underwear on.”

“Yes sir.” Zoro pulled off his shoes and socks, setting them to the side before taking off and folding his sash and coat then pants. He set those aside then stood up straight, his shoulders rolled back.

“Good. Now, arms up, clasp your hands together, fingers interlaced.” Usopp said as he walked around the room, rummaging around. He managed to find a few things he could improvise with and was particularly happy with a yard long metal ruler. Usopp walked around behind Zoro and said, “Remember, this is your punishment. You asked for this. However, if it gets too much, use your safeword. And don't you dare lie to me. Understood?”

“Yes sir.”

Usopp gave Zoro a test tap on the back with the ruler and said, “Nothing harder than a mild welt. I know how you are about marks and scars on the back.”

“Thank you sir…”

Usopp could see Zoro visibly relax a little after he said that. He sighed quietly then aimed the ruler down instead, drawing back before bringing it down on the meat of Zoro's ass.

“Gh-” Zoro choked on air at the sudden impact, not expecting it there. His arms swayed a little above him but he held fast.

“That was a test strike. After every hit, I want you to count and apologize for anything and everything you did wrong or feel you did wrong. This includes anything outside Sanji. Is that clear?”

“Yes sir.”

“Let's begin.”

Usopp drew back then let down a harder smack on Zoro's ass, the swordsman inhaling through his teeth then said, “One. I'm sorry for lying to everyone.”

Smack

“Two. I'm sorry for assuming I'd make more problems for everyone hiding the truth.”

Smack

“Three. I'm sorry for making you so upset you hit me and hurt your hand.”

Usopp hesitated on the hit as he raised his eyebrows. He hadn't realized Zoro noticed that it had actually hurt like a bitch to slap Zoro across the face. His hand kind of still throbbed from it actually. Usopp inhaled then exhaled, aiming lower and striking the back of Zoro's upper thighs.

“Gh! Four. I'm sorry for disappointing Luffy and everyone else for my infidelity.”

Usopp frowned a little at that but struck again, tucking that away for a later conversation.

“Five. I'm… I'm sorry for betraying Sanji's trust. For betraying all of your trust.”

Smack

“Six. I'm sorry for gaining any pleasure f*cking Ichiji or getting f*cked by him.”

Smack

“Seven. I'm sorry for not trusting you all like I should have been all along.”

Usopp slid the ruler up Zoro's spine then tapped the meat of the man's muscled upper back before striking with a firm smack.

“Nh- E-Eight… I'm sorry for being so weak and a coward.”

Another hit to his upper back made Zoro's arm shake slightly. Even with all his training, being this emotionally drained made him feel so weak.

“Ni-Nine. I'm sorry for thinking about leaving the crew from the shame of what I did and the wounds it might cause in the crew.”

Usopp lowered the ruler back to his thighs, drew back, and slammed the flat of it down harder, the impact echoing in the room as Zoro's knees buckled ever so slightly.

“Gh! Ten! I-I'm sorry for thinking about committing seppuku to atone for my sins!”

“Zoro-” Usopp dropped the ruler and put his hands to his mouth, tears falling from his eyes since number seven.

As the ruler clattered to the floor noisily, Zoro frowned a little, not moving his head but calling out, “Sir…?” He made a small noise as Usopp pressed against his back and reached up, feeling along his arms and guiding him to lower them.

Usopp wrapped his arms around Zoro's bare waist and buried his face in the man's back as he whispered, “We would never want you to kill yourself Zoro… Don't ever think like that… Please… Please promise me…”

Zoro slowly reached down, held onto Usopp's arms around his waist and leaned his head back. He stared upwards before closing his eyes and murmuring, “I promise I won't…”

“Good… Cause I'll kill yah if you do. Got it?”

Zoro couldn't help a small chuckle and nodded, a tiny smile on his lips as his fingers caressed Usopp's forearms. “Understood, sir.”

“Jackass…” Usopp sniffled then leaned back, rubbing his eyes before kissing the welts that marked Zoro's upper back. He then knelt down and kissed as his fingers slid along Zoro's thighs, kissing each line he left behind.

Zoro hugged himself as he lowered his head forward, eyes still closed as he trembled a little from the feather soft kisses and touches. He didn't deserve it… but here Usopp was, on his knees behind him, kissing his mared skin. He felt Usopp's hands slide down to caress the silver scars on his ankles, his lips still pacing soft kiss after kiss on straight welt lines.

“Usopp…” Zoro managed to rasp out. The kindness Usopp was showing him was starting to get overwhelming since he was in the mindset of being disciplined.

The sniper placed a last kiss and squeeze to his thighs before standing up, trailing kisses up his spine then one on each shoulder. “Need any ointments or something? I have some aloe gel in my bag.”

“No. I'm fine.” He turned around and frowned a little as he said, “That's… all?”

Usopp cringed a little then held Zoro's hands as he said, “Pleasurable torture and punishment is one thing Zoro. I'm not some… straight up torture guy. I can't continue hurting you like that. You've hurt yourself enough as it is from the look of it.”

Zoro felt disappointed and still filthy with guilt, but he understood where Usopp was coming from. He sighed softly and nodded once then leaned down, kissing the man's hands then up to kiss his cheek. “Thank you anyway. I know it was a big ask for you.”

“Yeah… Don't ask me to do that again alright? Unless you're moaning in pleasure, I ain't hitting someone with a ruler.”

“I got it.” Zoro went to grab his pants before pausing and saying, “Permission sir?”

“The session is over. You're good.” Usopp said with a wave of his hand.

“Right.” Zoro redressed himself then yanked on his boots before situating his swords. He paused for a moment before approaching Usopp and hugging him tightly, his eye closing as he murmured, “I'm sorry for asking you to do that for me. I know it was out of your comfort zone.”

“It's fine.” Usopp hugged Zoro and rubbed his back as he said, “Just don't ask for it all the time. I could see you needed it.”

“Right…” Zoro kept hugging Usopp before hearing the door handle jiggle then a knock.

“Oie! You guys better not be f*cking!”

It was Shachi.

Usopp snickered and walked over to the door, opening it and raising an eyebrow at the Heart Pirate. “And if we were?”

Shachi sniffed then eyeballed Usopp behind his dark lenses. “Then I'd tell yah to use plenty of lube and clean up. Dinner is ready.”

Usopp snickered then said, “Alright thanks.”

“Mhm.” Shachi waved a hand as he walked away from the door and down the hall.

Usopp looked back at Zoro and said softly, “You gonna be alright?”

“For now. Yeah.” He walked up to Usopp and reached up, cupping his neck and leaning down to kiss his forehead.

“Oh please…” Usopp huffed and yanked Zoro into a kiss.

The swordsman made a small noise then gladly leaned into the kiss, moving closer as Usopp tugged on his belly warmer. When they parted from the kiss, Zoro pressed his forehead to Usopp's and said softly, “I didn't want to overstep… In case you were disgusted by me…”

“Shhh…” Usopp kissed Zoro again and smiled crookedly. “Stop sayin’ dumb stuff and accept it alright?”

“Right…” Zoro said with a small and weary smile.

The two kissed again, pecking a few times before holding hands as Usopp said, “C'mon. Let's get some food in yah before you start lookin’ like Brook.”

“Heh… If I start telling bone jokes you know I'm too far gone.” Zoro said playfully. Usopp let out a laugh and led Zoro out of the room, the metal ruler left behind on the floor of the guest room barracks.

Chapter 16: Caught in the undertow

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Sanji squirmed and tapped his foot anxiously as the practice wedding kept going, Katakuri standing next to him and looking like he'd rather be anywhere but here at the moment. Not that the giant of a man would ever dare vocalize that with his mother on standby talking adamantly to the head chef about their -her- wedding cake.

Eventually, the preacher voiced for a half hour break from practice, Sanji exhaled heavily in relief and started quickly walking away towards the edges of the clearing. He found a bench and sat down with a sigh, pulling a cigarette out of his pocket and lighting it. Sanji took a deep inhale then exhaled with another sigh, smoke curling from his lips as he leaned his head back and closed his eyes.

“Tired?”

Sanji opened an eye to see Katakuri standing next to the bench, then he closed his eye again. “Mm… Didn't sleep well.”

“Ah.” Katakuri hesitated before sitting down on the ground, leaning back against the bench. Even sitting down, the large man was much taller than Sanji. The two were quiet for a minute before Katakuri spoke up, “Are you nervous?”

“Tsh… What a-”

“Stupid question to ask. Yes, I suppose it was.” Katakuri finished Sanji's sentence with a small frown, looking down as he fidgeted with a blade of grass.

“How do you keep doing that?” Sanji asked with a raised brow. “You keep finishing my sentences.”

“I have a developed sense of Haki that lets me see a few seconds into the future.” Katakuri said as he pulled up a blade of grass, shifting it around in his fingers absent. “I use it subconsciously a lot. Sometimes it annoys people.”

“Ah…” Sanji sucked on his cigarette then exhaled, looking down as he tapped the ash onto the ground. “How much longer do we have to practice today? It's a wedding, not a concert…”

“I suppose I could request to cut today's practice short if you are sure.” Katakuri stood up and dusted his pants off then looked down at Sanji. “I would like to spend some time together alone, as requested by Mama.”

Sanji sighed heavily then nodded as he sucked in more smoke. He exhaled then said, “Fine fine… I want a drink though.”

“Fair enough.” Katakuri bowed his head slightly then walked away towards his mother.

Sanji watched him leave before realizing no one was looking at him. His eyes lit up as he slowly stood up and meandered towards the edge of the plaza. He looked over the edge, looked to the left and right, then jumped off with a grin.

“Oie!”

Sanji laughed as he heard someone yell after him. He kicked at the air, sky walking his walk down and away as he smelled the fresh air of freedom for the first time since he got here. He managed to land in the town below and hid in an alleyway, flicking his ruined cigarette into a trash bin. He grinned as he leaned against a wall, catching his breath as he calmed down his heartbeat. “Hah… Damn.” He peered around the corner then exhaled, running a hand through his hair before walking down the street, trying to look casual but on his guard. He saw some guards coming so he turned towards a food stall and purred to the woman selling fresh but oddly shaped fruit, “My my! Such an impressive selection!”

The woman blushed heavily and stuttered, “Oh- um… Thank you! My brother and I grow it ourselves.”

“How delightful. Hard work and love definitely add better flavor in my opinion.” Sanji passively noted the sound of heavy footsteps passing behind him, his eyes flickering to the side before smiling and saying, “I'll have to keep you in mind! Are you open every day?”

“Not on Monday I'm afraid.”

“I see. Well, farewell my darling~” He winked then walked away, once again keeping an eye and ear out for anyone suspicious. As he walked, he started heading towards the ocean that he'd seen during his sky walking. A frown curved onto his already curly brow as he saw a familiar sight on the waters. “What…? What are they doing here???” Sanji broke into a sprint as he headed towards the hauntingly familiar sight of castles being carried by large sea snails. He stopped at the treeline and stared as he saw some Big Mom pirates talking to some Germa soldiers. “What the f*ck…”

“Ah. The blood traitor is already here hm?”

Sanji froze up at the cold and deep voice behind him and slowly turned to see one of the last people he wanted to see right now.

Judge sneered down at Sanji then grabbed his arm, his grip tight as he snarled, “Don't think you're getting out of this wedding just because you lied to me about your marriage to that long nosed freak.”

“Wh-” Sanji suddenly had fire in his eyes as he snarled, “Usopp is not a freak!”

“Hmph. Whatever. Come with me!” He started dragging Sanji into the clearing as the younger blonde started flailing and struggled to get out of Judge's grip.

“f*ck off! I don't want to marry into that f*cked up family! f*ck you!”

“Shut up!” He suddenly backhanded Sanji which stunned him and kept dragging him towards the castle. As Judge dragged him inside the castle, Sanji started struggling again, his fight getting more panicked as he recognized the route they were taking.

“No no no! No! Stop!”

“Tsh. Brat!” Judge suddenly grabbed Sanji by his face and slammed the back of his head on a wall six times, Sanji eyes rolling a little as he staggered but didn't faint just yet. “Behave you intolerable child!” He picked Sanji up by his lithe waist and carried him like a handbag as he walked downstairs.

“Nnh…” Sanji's vision blotted with black as the pressure went to his head, his ears ringing and the back of his head felt like it was throbbing with heat. Huh… Where did those drops of blood come from? There was a small trail on the stone steps now and he realized it was from his head, blood oozing and dripping off blonde locks.

Judge walked up to the cell Sanji lived in for years and opened it, the cell remodeled to hold stronger prisoners, like when Yonji used to act up. He pushed Sanji up against the back wall and chained his arms to the cuffs above then chained his ankles. He walked out of the cell then back with a cruel grin as he said, “Look here Sanji. I made you a wedding present!”

Sanji blearily looked up and choked as he widened his eyes and started breathing fast. “No no no no… No no please… No…”

In Judge's hands was a bigger model of the torturous helmet he wore as a child, flashbacks of how horrible it was to wear that thing hitting him like a train: he couldn't eat, barely could drink, he had lice since it barely came off and he wasn't really allowed to wash properly, he had metal sores and his child-soft skull and skin were deformed for a year after escaping from the compressing metal. Hell, his skull still has some dents that only he and Chopper could feel. He remembered Chopper asking about it once and he just said it was an injury from his childhood. Not a total lie.

Judge laughed cruelly and walked forwards, grabbing Sanji's neck and said, “You remember it well, don't you? I modified this one. It's special.” He maneuvered Sanji's unwilling head into the helmet then locked it in place as he said happily, “Every time you try to tug it off, it'll push a needle closer and closer into your cheeks and under your jaw until it punctures and keeps going.” He sneered and added, “I don't want you dead since I need you alive for this deal. But not being able to use your mouth properly wasn't a part of the deal.”

Judge laughed again as Sanji's blue eyes shook in horror of what he'd been told. Without further action, Judge turned on his heel and left the room, locking the cell door on his way out. Sanji stared after him then tugged on his chains, biting back a whimper as the chains tightened slightly. He stared ahead before dropping his head down, tears falling from his eyes as he sniffled and quietly sobbed.

How did he go from one prison to one so much worse…? He tasted freedom for just a moment… only for it to blow up in his face because he got too curious. He almost wished Katakuri was here to rescue him. Shouldn't he do that since he was his future husband? Maybe he wouldn't care… It was a political marriage anyway so what did it matter if he lived or died as long as Judge and Big Mom got what they wanted.

Sanji sniffled again and whimpered, shaking as he shut his eyes. He missed Luffy. He missed Usopp, Brook, Pedro… Even after finding out about Zoro and Ichiji… f*ck he missed his dumbass mosshead! It had horrified him and cut deep to hear Zoro and Ichiji… talking like that. He didn't know how long it had been going on that those two had been f*cking, but he knew part of his heart has been broken that day. Even so… he missed him. Missed the old Zoro before his family decided to show themselves and make his life a living Hell. Everything was a mess and he didn't know how to fix it.

His brain tiring him out from the head damage and stress, Sanji's head dropped more as he finally succumbed to the darkness calling his name. Hoping, praying, that someone who cared about him would come and save him.

“Luffy… You need to eat something…”

Luffy stared blankly at the sea as Brook sat down next to him, a tray of food in hand. He glanced over at the tray then ahead and muttered, “...I'm not hungry.”

“Luffy…” Brook put the tray down in front of Luffy and said, “We both know that's a lie. You haven't eaten since we left Zou.”

Luffy looked down at the tray. It was simple, nothing extravagant like Sanji would make for him. Honestly, it looked like something Zoro used to make him before they met Sanji. He felt Brook gently rub his shoulder then back and sighed before grabbing the tray. “Thanks…”

As Luffy started eating without his usual gusto, Brook moved closer and put an arm around Luffy's waist. His other hand came up and threaded through Luffy's hair as he said, “Something other than Sanji missing is eating at you, isn't it?” Luffy paused in eating then kept eating, looking away and chewing. Brook sighed and nodded, putting a hand on Luffy's thigh as he said, “I see… If you need to talk, let me know. Or any of us really.”

“I know… Can I eat alone? Please?”

“Oh. Okay. Yes, that's alright.” Brook went to leave but paused when Luffy stretched a hand up and gently tugged him down, kissing his exposed teeth softly.

“Thank you…” Luffy murmured as he let go.

“My pleasure, Captain.” Brook pressed a “kiss” to Luffy's temple and hand before leaving the ravenette to eat. He walked over to Nami and sat down next to her with a sigh, watching Luffy from a distance. “It's disheartening to see him eat like that. Without his usual gusto.”

Nami frowned and sighed as well before saying, “I haven't seen him this bad since Usopp left for that short while. It really is bad.” They watched as Pedro walked up to Luffy, speaking quietly to the captain before sitting down next to him and lifting his arm, Luffy tucking himself into the Mink's side as Pedro's tail curled around the captain's waist.

Brook watched as Pedro pet Luffy's head, the skeleton leaning his jaw on his fist as he said, “I don't like this… Zoro being distant, Sanji missing in Big Mom's territory, the impending conflict with Kaido… This pirating stuff has gotten quite dramatic since my death.” He chuckled and looked towards Nami as he said, “I remember when the most dramatic thing that happened for my old crew was that a baby whale started following us around. Well… That was before our whole poisoning and death problem. But I digress!” He looked back towards the head of the ship to see Pedro rubbing his jaw on Luffy's head. “It's… hard seeing him like that. Probably more so for you since you've known him for longer.”

“Yeah… Not much got him down in the past, he just got serious, but this is… new.” Nami looked over at Chopper, the small medic sitting against the railing with a fishing pole in his hooves, looking sad after Luffy said he didn't want to fish a few minutes ago.

Carrot pushed her pointer fingers together as she looked between Pedro and Chopper before walking up to the reindeer and kneeling down, “Hey, Chopper?”

“Huh?” Chopper looked up and blinked up at the bunny mink. “Oh. Carrot. What's up?”

Carrot picked up the spare fishing rod and smiled warmly as she said, “I've never fished before. Can you show me?” Chopper's eyes brightened and he nodded, immediately going through the motions of setting up Carrot's fishing rod with bait and how to cast the line.

Brook felt a bit better that Carrot was trying to help raise the crew's spirits, even though he could only do himself! Skull joke! He watched Nami walk back over to the helm and followed after her as he said, “How long do you think now?”

“Pedro gave me a rough estimation of two days. Not exactly as soon as we'd like, but we have to go a specific route to avoid being detected in Big Mom's territory.” Nami said as she adjusted the wheel to the left a few degrees.

Brook put a hand on the wooden railing and looked out to sea, his other hand going to his chest where his heart would be. “Sanji… I hope you're alright… Usopp, Zoro… Please wait for us and have faith…”

“Torao.”

Law twitched at the nickname and turned to glare at the green haired swordsman who dared to call him that. “What…”

Zoro glanced left and right then crossed his arms as he said, “Can I talk to yah in private?”

“Hn. Fine.” He motioned with his head for Zoro to follow and led the man to his room. He opened the door and snipped, “Don't touch anything.”

Zoro walked into the room and raised an eyebrow at the decor. He wasn't surprised by the medical sh*t all over the room, but he was surprised by the shelf of submarine figurines and a shelf dedicated to what looked to be comics. Not wanting to piss the already wound up man any more, he turned and said as the door was closed, “I wanted to talk to you about Luffy.”

“Didn't we already have this discussion?” Law growled and narrowed his eyes. “I believe you called me a liar about my own feelings or some stupid sh*t like that.”

“Still are. But anyway,” Zoro waved a hand dismissively before crossing his arms again. “I wanted to express to you that I'm not actually expecting you to join. We ain't gonna force you. Not our style. Hell, when Usopp first joined us, Sanji wanted nothing to do with him. Now they can barely keep their hands to themselves.”

“And…?”

Zoro huffed and said, “And, that means we'd still let you join us even if it takes you a while to figure your sh*t out. Being another captain doesn't matter to us. Or the fight towards the One Piece. We'll cross that bridge when we get to it, but for now we'd all not mind you joining us.”

“I think you should work on keeping your little… group together before coming and making an offer like that to me. Or another person in general.” Law said with a small lip curl. “Your cook is missing, and your crew is split in three. Focus on what we need to do to survive before thinking about getting your dick wet.”

Zoro scoffed and glanced to the side before looking back ahead as he sneered, “My dick wet huh? You say that like you're not attracted to me or even Sanji.” Law opened his mouth to argue but Zoro moved in and poked Law's bare chest as he smirked, “Oh don't go try and hide it. I've seen how you look at the cook. And Sanji has seen how you look at me and Luffy. Pervert.”

“f*ck off.” Law smacked Zoro's hand away and leaned in as he snarled, “You don't know anything about me!”

“No? C'mon, you and Curly are so predictable.” Zoro licked his teeth and took a step closer, Law unconscious taking a step back. “You like the fight. You're a lot like Luffy in that regard. But you like your brains and weapons… That's where you're like me, Usopp and Cook. You're scared by how well you'd fit into our little group of freaks and deviants.” He poked Law's chest again and let Law grab his wrist.

The captain grit his teeth then forced out, “You. Don't. Know. sh*t…” He tossed Zoro's hand away and stepped back as he pointed at the door. “Get out of my f*cking room Roronoa.”

“Mm… Fine.” Zoro flashed Law a wink before leaving the room, snickering as the door was slammed shut behind him.

“You should really stop teasing him like that.”

Zoro looked over to see Usopp leaning on the wall next to Law's door, his arms crossed and a frown upon his brow and lips. “Why not? It's fun. Might as well since I've got nothing else to do in this tin box.”

Usopp sighed and pushed off the wall with his back and walked up to Zoro. “It's not exactly nice or smart to antagonize the guy that's in charge of the underwater submarine we're stuck on. Plus with that freaky power he could pop you into the ocean if he felt like it. Or take out your heart!” Zoro went to argue but Usopp interrupted saying, “What if he took off your hands huh? He knows you're a swordsman too. It would destroy you.”

Zoro frowned in return then looked away as he said, “He wouldn't dare.”

“Can you say that for certain??” Usopp huffed then grabbed Zoro's hand, dragging him away towards the guest room he commandeered. Over the handle of the door was a small snapping plant, Usopp tossing it a treat and opening the door before tugging Zoro inside. He sat down on the bed and said with a serious expression, “Are we not enough for you?”

“Wh-” Zoro froze up as he sat down next to Usopp then quickly grabbed Usopp's hands, “Yes yes! You are! I just…” He sighed heavily and said with a touch of embarrassment, “I like arguing and teasing Law because… it reminds me of when I fight with the Cook…”

“Oh…” Usopp blinked a few times then laughed and patted Zoro's shoulder. “Oh! Okay that makes sense actually! This is the longest we've been apart since the two year break!”

“Mm…” Zoro fidgeted then said, “I guess I've a bit on edge and… well, I miss fightin’ with Curly.” He chuckled and said with a wink, “Sorry, but arguing with you ain't the same.”

“Fair fair.” Usopp chuckled and leaned against Zoro, shifting a little as the swordsman lifted his arm then wrapped it around Usopp's waist.

Zoro tugged Usopp into his side then kisses his temple before saying, “I miss them…”

“Me too… But at least Luffy has Brook and Pedro. And they're going to get Sanji back.”

“What if he doesn't want to come back?” Zoro muttered, his eye lidding as his hands clenched into fists. “Maybe he is content with actually marrying someone and not just-”

“Don't.” Usopp raised a hand to press a finger to Zoro's lips. “Don't say what you don't mean.” He moved himself to sit in Zoro's lap, hands sliding up to hold Zoro's head. “Tensions are high right now and everyone is worried. I get it. I'm scared he won't come back too. But… we just have to have faith that he loves us. I know he does.”

Zoro leaned left into Usopp's hand, feeling the calluses their resident sniper had on their hands as a testament to how hard he trained those two years he was gone. “I guess… I think I'm still wound up from the family visit and then Sanji missing…” Zoro rubbed his face as he said, “It just feels like I keep giving excuse after excuse!”

“Hey hey…” Usopp gently took Zoro's hands and held them together with his own as he said, “It's alright to feel that way. Guilt is good. I'd be worried about you and our relationship if you didn't feel like sh*t after all that happened.”

“Nh…” Zoro leaned in and thumped his forehead against Usopp's shoulder, sighing heavily as he sagged and muttered, “I wish we never got connected by that damn family… Our lives would be so much better…”

“Well. We can't. So we just have to deal with it.” Usopp hugged Zoro's head to his chest and sighed softly, feeling Zoro's strong arms encircle his waist. After a moment, Usopp chuckled then said, “It's interesting to realize how much of a glue Sanji is for us. I mean, Luffy obviously is too, but… it feels like we all heavily connect with Sanji in one way or another.”

“It feels like a part of my chest is missing…” Zoro mumbled. He suddenly groaned and turned his face to nose at Usopp's pec then grumbled, “I just want everything to go back to normal…”

“Oie. That's my line.” Usopp grabbed Zoro's nose and smiled as he wiggled it, Zoro batting at his hand lightly with a scrunched face. “I must be rubbing off on you. All those lines sound like something I would say.”

“Hn.”

“Now that's your line.” Usopp grinned then laughed as Zoro pinched his thigh. “Ow! Okay okay~!” Usopp giggled a little then ran his fingers through Zoro's short hair. “Let's go back out. There's a bottle of sake with your name on it in the kitchen~ Asked Franky to grab and guard it.”

Zoro perked up at that, then smiled, leaning up and kissing Usopp's lips, murmuring against them, “Love you…”

“Mm. Love you too. Now stop adding to the drama.” Usopp scolded with a light smack to Zoro's head before getting off his lap. He turned to walk away but yelped as Zoro grabbed his wrist, twirled him then brought him to his chest. The sniper squeaked at the sudden kiss but then leaned into it with closed eyes, his hands settling on Zoro's biceps.

Zoro slowly parted from the kiss, giving Usopp a last parting peck before saying, “Thanks… For talking to me…”

“Of course.” Usopp smiled and patted Zoro's cheek fondly before holding his hand, walking out of the room with Zoro behind him.

“Hey… Ro?”

Pedro blinked at the voice then looked up from tending to his swords. He noticed Luffy and put his cleaning supplies down as he said, “Luffy. How can I help you-gara?”

Luffy seemed to be debating on something for a moment then said, “I want you to have naked cuddles with me and Brook.”

Pedro raised a brow at that then said with a confused tone, “Do you-gara mean sex?”

“No no. Like- cuddle cuddle.” Luffy smiled but it felt forced as he said, “I like having naked cuddle piles with everyone and we haven't had one in forever. Well… not everyone's here…”

Pedro could pick up Luffy's slowly declining mood and quickly put his sword away and stood up. “I would gladly join you-gara.”

“Okay!” Luffy perked up again and stretched his arm out slightly to grab Pedro's hand, turning and walking away as he did so.

Pedro smiled as he followed Luffy into the proclaimed “Captain's Room”, a bit surprised but not to see Brook already there. The skeleton musician looked over as he unbuttoned his shirt and tilted his head in greeting. “Welcome in! Glad to see you join us Pedro.”

“I'm happy to be thought of.” Pedro took the hint as Luffy started striping and undressed himself. Once fully naked, he took a moment to appreciate both of his new mate's bodies. Not particularly in a sexual way, but just admiring the stories that could be told with every imperfection and scar. They've both lived hard lives and Pedro appreciated the hardships they went through to be where they are today. Perhaps it could be on much better terms, with Sanji missing and the crew split, but he would do his duty as a part of this family to try and keep spirits up even a little bit.

Pedro got into bed and opened his arms, smiling toothily at Luffy. “Come.”

Luffy brightened and immediately jumped into bed, snuggling up to Pedro's furry body and humming happily. His fingers gently dug into thick fur and its undercoat as he said, “Your fur is so soft…”

“Thank you-gara.” Pedro preened at the compliment: a Mink's pride and joy was how much their presence and appearance could bring their mate(s) happiness. Any Mink with fur always enjoyed having their excellent grooming brought up, Pedro was no different. His clawed fingers ran through Luffy's hair as he watched a naked but boxer-clad Brook climb into bed and snuggle up behind Luffy, petting their shoulder and joining Pedro's hand in their Captain's raven hair.

Brook looked at his much shorter lover then looked at Pedro as he said, “I do feel a bit bad that you joined us at such a-”

“Do not feel bad.” Pedro gently interrupted with a shake of his head. His band drifted over on top of Brook's to hold it as he said, “I accepted this full heartedly once I offered my help to find Sanji. I care for Sanji just as much as I care for each of you-gara. We may not have known each other for long and the future may be unknown, but I vowed my help and offered my heart to you-gara all.” Pedro lifted Brook's hand and kissed it then said, “I feel no sense of regret in joining you all. Your sense of love and care is truly remarkable and heartwarming. I am not ashamed nor am I backing out of this.”

“That eases my mind to hear. Thank you.” Brook said, honestly relieved to hear Pedro's words.

Pedro smiled then looked down as he heard a small snore, Luffy's cheek squished against his furry pectoral, fingers curled into his soft belly fur. Pedro's hand lowered again to pet Luffy's hair, shoulder and arm, the ravenette snuggling closer with a sleepy mumble. He looked back up at Brook and said firmly, “We will get Sanji back and we will have everyone together again.”

Brook reached up and gently scratched Pedro's jaw, cheek then behind his ear as he said, “I believe you.”

Pedro leaned into the rubs and scratches with lidded eyes, his tail swishing happily before curling over Luffy and Brook's legs. Pedro leaned over Luffy carefully, Brook meeting him halfway to connect their teeth and fangs in a fond but odd kiss. Pedro licked Brook's teeth and chin before settling back down, yawning with a curl of his tongue. “Ah… I am more tired than I previously thought…”

“Go ahead and sleep. I'll watch over you two.” Brook offered.

“Are you-gara sure?”

Brook shrugged and ran boney fingers through Luffy's hair, the younger of the two grumbling a little and tried to bury himself into Pedro more. “I don't mind. I do it all the time. I don't really have a need for sleep. It's more of a meditation or I go into my spirit form to socialize with the night watch.”

“I see… Well, then I shall take you-gara up on your generous offer.” Pedro smiled warmly at Brook then reached out, settling a furred hand on Brook's chest as he curled around Luffy, closing his eyes to rest. Brook started rubbing his ears and making the Mink purr lightly for a few minutes before the rumbles slowly receded, Pedro's breath leveling out as he fell asleep with Luffy.

Brook watched Pedro and Brook for an hour, not really realizing the passage of time before deciding to go limp and hover out of his bony form. Brook hummed softly as he exited the room through the roof then meandered over towards the top of the ship, silently electing to keep an eye on the waters.

Though he didn't have any eyes!

Skull joke!