I'm back Minna-san!~ I'm sorry for the wait, but finally here is the next chapter! A warning for this chapter... There is fighting

Law: ... fighting...That's it? *sceptical look*

Author: Well... yes...

Law: This is a story about Pirates, Of course there is going to be fighting.

Author: *pouts and mutters* i just wanted to warn them

Law: ...

Rocinante: Sooo... Are we going to start this story any time soon? The readers have been waiting whilst you two have been arguing.

Author: Right, sorry. Minna, enjoy the story!

Law: You forgot the disclaimer *Smug smile* So Lillian-ya here owns absolutely nothing, not One Piece nor any of the characters.

Author *shocked face* Law! That's my thing!

Law: Deal with it *smirks*

Author: *huffs* Fine, i'll get my revenge later *evil grin*

Rocinante: O-oi... what are you planning?

The tall blond was sitting on the floor of the sub watching Law sleep. He himself never felt physically tired, at least since he died, but he worried about the dark-haired captain's irregular sleep patterns. He was relieved the Law was finally getting some rest, it had been almost a week since he had managed a decent sleep. He knew the lack of sleep could not only lead to Law getting sick, but that it also weakened his ability to use his devil fruit. An effect that could be fatal in a fight, if not to Law but to his crew as well.

There had been plenty of close calls, moments when events had been far too risky. He thought about the teenager still learning to control his devil fruit, and learning how to fight with the ridiculously long nodachi. He still didn't know why the kid he picked such a big blond smiled, thinking back to the past.

The blond was watching the dark-haired teen nervously, only the week before he had snapped his sword in a fight. For some reason that was beyond the older man, the teen had chosen a massive nodachi as his new weapon. The blade was easily taller than him, and the kid was having trouble learning to manoeuvre the nodachi. Now, off all times, a group of bounty hunters had appeared out of the blue and were surrounding the teen.

One of the group stepped forward, a sword in hand. The man was average height, only a half a head taller than the teen. He had dirt brown hair, and matching brown eyes. He gave a mocking smile "Well now kid. Aren't you a bit young to be playing around with weapons". Law glared darkly at the leader, lifting the nodachi with some effort and holding it diagonally in a double grip. The leader smirked and moved forward with lightning speed. Law barely managed to swing the unwieldy sword in time to deflect the attack. Instantly the leader twisted and swung his sword back around, the teen barely deflecting the strike.

The blond felt his stomach clench nervously (if it even could since he was a ghost and technically didn't have a stomach) He can't win this. He hasn't had enough practice with his nodachi.A deep frown creased the blond's forehead. If Law had a normal sword he would have won this fight easily. He would have been able to use his devil fruit. Law deflected another attack, this time the deflected blade sliced into the teen's arm. He gritted his teeth against the pain, his eyes darkening. The blond knew he had to interfere, his hesitation had already caused injury to his beloved Law. He moved forward, ghosting through the men surrounding the teen. Standing directly behind Law he bent and gripped the hilt of the nodachi.

He waited, watching the leader's eyes for a hint of the next attack. There! The blond flicked the long blade forward, deflecting the leader's sword and using the momentum to score a hit, slicing into the man's stomach. The leader stared in surprise, his sword dropping to the ground. With a cry of pain he pitched forward, collapsing onto the ground. He gripped at his stomach, futilely trying to stem the flow of blood that rapidly soaked through his tunic.

Already the blond was directing the blade to block the swords of the other men. He instinctively stepped forward, only to feel resistance as he dragged the bewildered teen forward. With a frustrated sigh the blond restricted his movements,parrying and then disposing of another of the attackers with a cross-cut. Looking around, he located the other three men and shifted his grip on the nodachi, holding the blade in one hand. The remaining men attacked simultaneously, the blond deflected one blade and stopped the other two with a flick of his wrist. Moving as fast as he could, he disposed of the two then blocked the attack of the remaining man.

Seeing that the teen had somehow defeated his comrades the last bounty hunter turned and ran off. With a sigh of relief the blond released his grip on the nodachi. Unprepared for the sudden increase in weight, Law fell forwards. Slowly picking himself up from the awkward position he had fallen in, the teen settled into sitting cross-legged. Law stared at the nodachi

"So you area cursed sword."

The blond smiled, relieved that the fight was over and somewhat amused by the teen's assumption. He stepped back and promptly fell over. Staring up at the blue sky he smiled. He was so happy to be able to watch over Law, to be able to watch him grow up.

"CORA-SAN!"

The blond jerked upright, dragged from his memories. He blinked, looking around the dark room confusedly, before focusing on Law. The black-haired captain was lying in bed, his eyes shut.

"CORA-SAN!" He called out desperately. He tossed in the bed, his forehead damp. He was trembling and clutching at his blankets.

The blond stared at Law, before getting up and walking over. "Law..." With a worried frown he gently placed his hand on Law's forehead.

The captain whimpered, tears beginning to run down his cheeks. "C-Cora-san" he choked out.

The blond gently stroked Law's hair. "Hey, it's okay Law. It's okay." As he ran his hand through the captain's hair, Law stilled, his breathing becoming more regular. His expression becoming peaceful and relaxed. The blond smiled, still stroking Law's hair. "Don't worry Law. I'm right here, even if you don't know it. I'll take care of you."

Author: *whispering* Law looks so cute when hes sleeping =^o^= ... Thank you for reading, i hope you enjoyed it! Please review, and i would love it if you send me ideas for ghostCora and Law. :)

Rocinante: *reading* Thanks to Lilli-chan's brother and sister and also Aurora D. Comet for ideas and editing. Massive thanks to Doffy...

Rocinante: WHAT!?

Author: Ah... See... that's my best friend...

Rocinante: *eyes narrowing* "You're best friends with Doffy!?

Author: Wait! No! She's...

Rocinante: SHE!?

Author *very faintly* y-yes... that's just my best friends nickname

Rocinante:*still suspicious*...Hmm

Author: *looking nervously at Roci* W-well massive thanks to Doffy for her time and effort. You are an amazing editor! Thank you! *looks around nervously*Alright, goodbye Minna-san! Have a great day!