I honestly dont own anthing related to one piece! I wish I did though! heh heh!

oMG, THIS IS TOTALLY a new thing for me! Im supah nevous about posting this story! its my first Zolu story! hope you enjoy it! Reviews are nice!

A Disguised Love

There once was a young man who traveled a lot. He traveled with his father to distant lands. Lands that to most people would seem like a dream. The boy and his father had many great adventures together and always had fun despite living in fear. You see, there's a mystery to this young man's life. His father was a famous outlaw known to every bounty hunter. There was a hefty price on his head and people that sought out for him knew he had a son. Therefore in order to protect his son he disguised him as a young lady.

Years past and the disguised boy's father died from a horrible sickness know as tree-fever. The disguised boy was now seventeen and often visited his father's grave. He spent days and night at the cemetery talking to his grave as if his father would hear him and respond.

"Shanks" he would whisper softly as he fought back the tears. "I miss you, I'm so lonely hear without you. I wish I knew what to do about those people that are still after me." He shrugged "I guess, for my safety, I'll have to stay like this until I know it's safe."

Three days passed and the disguised decided to look for a job. No job means no money and no money means no food. He searched high and low for work. Any job would do, but still no luck.

One night the boy, cold and hungry walked down the silent, empty streets. There was a slight breeze and it sent a chill up his spine. The boy kept walking past many house but all the houses were the same. No lights were shining from within. He began to give up hope when he saw only one house with the lights on. It was a big house in his eyes. The house itself was painted white with golden colored trim. The steps were made of marble as they lead up to the tall white wooden double doors. The court yard had green grass that was freshly cut and the surround trees almost seemed to touch the sky. There was also an interesting bird bath on the right side of the yard. Its design was breathtaking!

The young man's jaw dropped! Never had he seen such a beautiful home in all his life. He took a step closer and rubber his eyes. "I'm not dreaming" he said in awe. He clasped his hands together and stared at the house. "Maybe I could ask for a job here."

Suddenly he felt a hand on his shoulder. He turned around to see two buff men with swords glaring at him. "What business do you have with the young master?" the man on the left asked with an impatient tone.

"I-I'm here to-"

"To what, harm our master?" the man on the right took a stepped closer "Who sent you?" he pulled out his sharp sword from his sheath and put it close to the young man's neck. He now felt goosebumps crawling up and down his body and was speechless. He bit his lip and began to panic.

"I ask once more" the man on the right demanded "who sent you?"

the door of the mansion opened slowly making a slight creaking noise. Hearing all the commotion from outside the young master quickly walked out and inquired to know what all the commotion was about.

"Stay back young master." The man on the left warned "We have questioned this young lady with what business she has with you at this godly hour."

The young master raised an eyebrow as he walked slowly to examined the girl behind the sword. He saw the slight fear but something about this girl seemed off. He looked in her eyes and knew at that moment she couldn't possibly be a threat. He rolled his eyes and shook his head "leave her be, she doesn't seem menacing to me."

"But young master…"

"Are you disobeying your orders?" he looked both of them straight in the eyes.

Both men backed away from the disguised male. He took a deep breath of relief and wiped the sweat from his forehead. "Th-thank you sir" he said in a feminine voice as he looked down at his worn out flats.

"You seem a bit worn out, sleep here for the night and accept my hospitality." He said stepping closer to the young girl. "My guards are harmless; they are all talk and looks. Don't worry about them."

"You're too cruel young master" both men said putting their swords away.

"Johnny, Yosaku" he said looking at them once more.

"Yes young master!" they both said.

"Prepare dinner and a warm bath for this young lady. She is now our guest of the night."

"Yes sir young master!" Johnny said running inside

"As you wish master!" Yosaku bowed to him and the disguised young man "Sorry for the misunderstanding mistress. I shall make you a wonderful meal." With that he straightened up and ran inside.

The young man looks down at the young girl. "Who are you?" he asked gently running his hands through his short green hair. "You have a name right?" he asked cocking his head forward towards the girl.

"Portgas D. Ruffia" he said in a low feminine voice.

"I see. Well, it's nice to have you here. We don't usually get many welcomed guests here." He sighed "So I don't really know how to treat a guest besides food and rest. If you need anything..."

"Thank you." Ruffia said softly as a small smile appeared. "I never got your name." Ruffia looked up at him.

"Roronoa Zoro" he said as he motioned towards the doors. "Let's go inside, it's cold out here."