Second Chapter is up because it was already written so I thought I should post it. And yes Law is here although we don't see him much. However, that will change soon don't worry about that. I'm ust trying to play to the actions of the anime/manga at the moment. Hope you enjoy the chapter.
Chapter 2- Eye to Eye
Leah stood there that strange world, that unknown place as the sun graced her pale skin as she stood alone. Staring at the area, the grass the trees and the damn bubbled. Seriously what the hell? What's with the bubbles? Her mind constantly asked as she continued to glance at her surroundings. Her gaze was then drawn to the large building, a large circular building that had a number of individuals entering it's premises many clad in what Leah would say was 'Posh' Clothing as they muttered about their own sad little lives in equally 'posh' accents.
She raised an eyebrow to the sight before her and looked at it questionably. Do I go in or do I try and get help? Leah continued to stare at the building. Pushing her glasses up her face she took in a deep breath and began to walk inside to the unknown establishment.
Inside the building towards the higher balcony a pair of stoic gray eyes, glanced around the room. Seemingly bored with the surroundings, idly the gazed at the stage staring blankly at the, to quote Mr Disco, 'merchandise' that was on offer in today's auction. Apart from the incident where a certain individual had bit their tongue rather than be sold as somebody else's property. The eyes continued to glance with no alteration to their bored glance until a small individual decided to walk down the balcony area.
The eyes trailed over to a young girl with questionable attire raced to the edge of the balcony. Her long brown hair with pink highlights and tips hid her gaze from the eyes view although it was clear to the eyes that she was wearing glasses. Her clothing was also pretty questionable, with a purple tank top and what looked like pajamas shorts that someone would sleep in. Along with a pair of fuzzy socks. The Owner of the eyes couldn't help but feel a small smirk appear on his face as he glanced at the girl.
Before she had known it Leah had made her way up some sort of stairs and reached some sort of balcony a thousand thoughts racing through her head. Until her gaze was drawn to the stage. "Merchandise? That means?" Leah glanced at the screen to see the sight before her. "An auction… A human auction?" Leah gasped as she glared at the stage to see the poor soul who had just being sold to the quote 'Posh people' In Leah's view. A young woman was crying on the stage as she was dragged away after she had being sold. Leah's eyes drew to her new owners, two young men with smiles on their face. It was obvious to Leah at least what their intentions were.
Leah gritted her teeth as she pitied the sight before her until the next addition came on. A young girl with short blonde hair and clad in pink PJs. Em? Em no… That basted. She looked so frightened and alone, her face was stained with a sickly liquid and it didn't take a genius to see that she had being crying.
Leah Clenched her fists as they hooked around the balcony barrier, as her face dropped and her body began to speak. The man who she guessed was the auctioneer began to complement on her little sister.
"Well Ladies and Gentleman we have a special treat for you, brought to us graciously by the Julius traders. A fine young girl at the age of 15, height five foot five inches and a flawless face. Perfect for any occasion, a servant or perhaps something better for the gentlemen. Place your bets… Do I heat 100,000 Beli?"
"I'll give 200.000"
"No 400.000"
"No 600.000" A voice said, Leah's glance was drawn to one of the two young men who had just purchased the young lady before her.
Disco smiled, "600.000 Beli… Going once…"
No, you can't have her
"Going Twice"
NO!
"NO…" Leah muttered with again drew the gray eyes to her as she bowed her head and the shaking. No you can't have her she's my sister you disgusting human…. She's my sister damn it. She thought for a minute contemplating what she could do. "DAMN IT IT'LL PAY 100. 000000. I'll PAY!" Leah blurted out at the top of her lungs as the entirety of the auction house gazed upwards to her with questionable faces towards the young woman who had just offered to pay so much.
Em, looked upwards and stared at the face of the individual who had offered so much. Leah? Leah damn it thank you. Was all she could say in her mind no matter, how bad this could be. She couldn't help but smile at her efforts.
Disco looked questionably upwards to her and smiled. What a profit was all he could think about as he looked impressed at the offer from the young lady. "Going Once, Going Twice…" He paused to drag the tension onwards to see if anyone else would better the deal. "Sold! To the young lady in the balcony, congratulations on you purchase come to the bottom of the house to collect you product."
Leah let out a gasp as Em was taken off the stage and presumably to the back to be marked as sold. Bowing her head Leah slipped down and slouched over to her knees, her eyes tightly shut as she continued to grip to the side of the balcony for dear life.
"I'm curious Miss… How do you intend to pay for your purchase?" A voice said in deep tones that were directed straight at Leah. Raising a head she stared at its owner and the others who were sat beside him.
There he sat in a lazy position as his eyes, those dark and intimidating gray eyes gazed at her from under the rim of a fuzzy and spotted hat. His face rested against his fist as he stared seemingly board at her. Upon closer inspection she studied his body to see a yellow and black hoodie with a strange icon in the centre, blue pants that were graced with the same spotted paten of his hat. His face was a drawing factor to the girl with dark caramel skin, a goatee and black sideburns that seemingly complemented the smirk on his face as he gaze was still on her.
Leah stared at him for a moment; her face was bland and still hidden from his gaze staring at him through her glasses Leah glared. She knew he had a good point but he had no reason to point it out to her. It was her choice, what right does this guy have to intervene?
"I… I have the money." Leah managed to blurt out quietly as she continued to glair.
His smirk grew, that jerk is smiling? What was worse that the three individuals surrounding him also turned their heads to look, it was difficult to see two of their faces as they seemed to be covered by hats and boiler suits that weren't really flattering to anyone. The only one that had a recognisable look was a bear. Wait what a bear? Yes a bear there he was with a questionable look on his face and clad in an orange boiler suit with the same symbol as the man sat in front of him. He must be a trained pet or something, but I'm still not shore how the guy had trained him to hold or handle a large sword like the ones he's clutching in his hands… I mean paws. Leah quickly debated on the possible variable but soon gave up as she felt his gaze on her again. His dark gaze it was just as bad as that blonde guy from earlier… Just as bad, just as dark and foreboding.
"Glad to hear it." He said in the low tones. "It would appear looks can be deceptive, sorry for bothering you Miss." He muttered and turned his head back to the auction.
Leah frowned; she didn't appreciate that comment from him, like he had a right to create a commentary on her appearance? Sorry but a bright yellow Hoodie and a fuzzy hat doesn't normally warrant the intimidation from me buddy. Although she wouldn't admit it that dark smirk more than made up for it. She shivered at the thought of that and stood up slowly knowing his eyes were occasionally darting back to her.
He smirked as the girl stood up and began to leave, he had to admit it would be kind of interesting to see what their response would be, it was clear that she didn't have enough money. Wouldn't be surprising if she ended up on that stage after a few minutes as a payment for wasting their time. He allowed his smirk to grow a little more. It would be interesting indeed wouldn't it? And rather amusing for such a boring place.
However, his boredom was about to be cured with the arrival of one Straw hat clad pirate arrived and began to race heavily to rescue the young mermaid who had arrived. How did I miss the mermaids' arrival? Was I busy talking to that girl? He thought as he was drawn back to the Straw hats dramatic entrance. "Yes this is going to get more interesting…" He muttered as his dark smirk returned.
Leah ran, she ran hard ignoring all the commotion from everyone as she sprinted towards where she guessed the 'slaves' were being held. With one goal one goal only. Em… I have to get to Em forget about that Jerk and everything else Em… Get her safe Get her out.
Ta Da… Happy Yay Law has arrived as promised he will be back and obviously the main addition to the story. I just wanted to introduce him a little. I'll update soon and I hope you enjoyed this. See ya' soon and don't forget to leave a review or a PM. :D
