Our story takes place on a snowy island called Aurora. A forgotten island few talk about. Many stay their whole lives on this island, not seeking more.
The morning was cold and the snow glistened in the early light. Very few were up and about in the quiet town. A young girl, with crimson red hair and liquid blue eyes, stood in the tiny old kitchen. She was baking two loafs of bread for the day, one for her brother and her, and one to trade in town. She wore an old styled, long sleeve black dress that reached her knees. She also donned black, buckled boots that came about half-way up her shin. Her little home sat on the outskirts of town, the old cottage was not much to look at, but was satisfactory for her and her brother.
"Good morning Senri." She greeted him as he sat at the table. Senri had a sleepy gaze in his blue eyes and his oh-so familiar red hair was tousled and messy. He wore a worn black dress shirt and dark denim pants; he also had similar black boots as his sister.
"Morning Rinamara." He replied as she smiled slightly. They eat the bread in silence, like most meals. The room felt heavy with the silence between them, this was not unusual for this to occur. Rinamara's soft voice cut through the silence, as she spoke.
"Senri, wouldn't it be nice to leave this island? We could sail the seas." She spoke in almost a whisper; he stopped eating and looked at her.
"I don't want to leave, for this is our home. Why would you even think that? Don't you like it here, we have it fine here." Senri looked at Rinamara, she muttered an apology. Even though Senri was younger than her, he had a huge influence on her life. This was not the first time she brought the topic up, and every time he shot her down.
"You should hurry to Mr. Kain's store he does not like it when you are late." He nodded and rushed out the front door. Rinamara washed the morning dishes before heading out to town. She wore a thick, black cloak and her hair was in pig tails that flowed down the front of her body. A woven basket hung from her arm, the smell of fresh bread could be smelled from inside the basket.
The town was quiet, very few – if any – people were about. Rinamara walked through town, making her way to Mrs. Walker's tailor shop. Mrs. Walker sat at the counter reading the newspaper, Rinamara walked up to her setting the basket on the counter.
"Is this for fabric?" Mrs. Walker asked, Rinamara nodded. Mrs. Walker looked into the basket and nodded.
"When you are done today pick out some fabric." Rinamara nodded and sat down at a table. She started sewing a dress, for a young girl getting married. The dress needed a nimble hand for the intricate design. Rinamara hummed as she worked, the dress needed to be done by tomorrow.
"Did you hear pirates are docked here?" Rinamara stopped working, and turned to look at her.
"Really?" she asked with curiosity radiating off her like the sun, Mrs. Walker nodded. Rinamara quickly finished her work, grabbed some black fabric throwing it in her basket, throwing her cloak on and rushing out the door.
She swiftly made her way to the docks, noticing more people about. The people blocked her way as she tried to make it there, to see who they were. She stood a couple of feet away from the yellow submarine. She eyed with pure wonder at it, curious as to what it sees in the deep blue ocean.
"Miss, is there something you need?" She jumped as a shiver ran through her body, her face snapped to the owner of the chilly voice. He had a smirk and a bored expression as he eyed her.
"Um… Well... I…" She did not know what to say, he did not look familiar. She stared into his light gray eyes.
"Do you have business with my submarine?" He asked her, she now realizing he was a pirate. Her eyes locked on him.
"I was curious; you are a pirate, right?" She asked, as she wanted to know more about what pirates are like.
"Yes, I'm the captian of that submarine." He replied with little interest, pointing at the submarine behind them. Her eyes lighting up, and a small smile spreading on her lips. He noted her odd smile at his answer. He took in her appearance. How her clothing was dated, they were older than her most likely. She looked about his age maybe a little younger. She looked weak and sickly; she had bags under her eyes.
"Have you been to many places?" She asked stepping a little closer to him. He thought it to be a stupid question but answered it with a nod anyways.
"Can I join you? I mean... I… I am sorry" She put her head down, staring at the ground. He was intrigued, she had strong resolve, then it vanished and she backed away. There did not seem to be anything special about her. She was small in build and a little too skinny. She stared at the ground debating on if she should run.
"Why should I? You don't look as if you can do anything." He stated. Her head slowly made its way up, she made eye contact before speaking.
"I can cook, clean, anything you need me to do. I also know a little navigation." She put on a small smile. He thought about this, he could use someone to clean on a regular basis and she said she knew navigation.
"I'll think about it, but first what is your name?" She smiled, she took in his appearance. He was tall and lanky, he wore spotted jeans, and black pointed shoes and yellow hoodie. He had tattoos on his arms and a white, furry, spotted hat.
"Rinamara Cross, and your's sir?" She stared at him, awaiting the name that labels him.
"Trafalgar Law." He stated, she liked the name it suited him. He was thinking about letting her aboard. He has no woman on his crew, and they would be heading for the Grand Line soon enough. He might need more members, she might be useful. He was interrupted from his thoughts when he remembered he still needed to get supplies.
"I need to get supplies, so if you don't mind." He started toward town, when she spoke.
"Let me help, brother does not expect me yet." She awaited him to speak; instead he simply nodded and kept going. She followed close behind; he looked up and down the streets looking for a medical supply store. When he found it, he went in to find a bear wearing an orange jump suit. He waved to the bear and kept looking for what he needed. She stared at the bear, then asked.
"Do you know the bear?" She looked up at him, he nodded. "His name is Bepo." She nodded and followed him around the store. She held things for him, he noted the fact, that she actually had some strength. They went around until Bepo came up to Law.
"Who's the girl?" He asked, she was busy reading the labels on the boxes to have heard.
"Her name is Rinamara. She wishes to join; I said I'd think about it." He said looking behind him. Bepo nodded and held boxes for his captain. They soon started to walk back to the sub, she helped put boxes on the deck, and she stood and waited.
"Come back tomorrow morning and I will have your answer." She smiled and bowed. It was dark by then, and Senri would be worried. He did not like her talking about nonsense like pirates. This thought filled her mind as she made her way home.
