yeah yeah I know, I updated this before my ZoNa fic. Boohoo. For the record, I do have the next chapteinr of that story about half done as they are currently running around Fishman Island.

As for this story, someone mentioned something about Rina's senses. I'll just explain what I'm pin g with her abilities. I'm basing them off Dare Devil, tbh. Very original, I know, but my argument is haki could give you that level of awareness. So yeah, all of her senses are awesome. Except for sight. Because she blind

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"Shachi," Law said.

"...Captain," the redhead responded, sweatdropping. He and Law held a staring contest for a few moments, much to the bewilderment of the crew.

"Do we REALLY need to coat the Sub? She surely must be made of stronger stuff than that.." the captain said. Shachi sighed.

"It's like we discussed earlier, Captain. Yes, we could possibly make it. But a coating would undoubtedly make it safer-"

"But it can be done," Law insisted. Shachi threw up his hands.

"I mean, I guess!" he hollered. The captain grinned.

"Well then. It's decided. Everyone!" he called out, bringing the crew's full attention to himself. "Gather as many provisions and supplies as you can and take them back to the Sub. We'll be heading out at some point later today," he instructed them.

"What do you have up your sleeve, Captain?" inquired Jean-Bart. Law smirked in his usual fashion.

"I found someone to join our crew, but when I pick them up, we're going to have to raise a little hell to get out of here," he explained, enjoying the looks of apprehension the crew showed. "I want Penguin, Bepo, and Jean-Bart to come with me. Shachi, you're in charge while we're out," Law told them. Everyone nodded and Law's selected party split off with him.

"So who's the new guy then? Why are we gonna have to book it out of here?" Penguin asked. The others nodded, also curious as to who their captain wanted to recruit. Law's eyes were hidden under his hat as he grinned.

"Oh, you'll see."

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"Ow!" Rina squawked.

"Then hold still dear," Merin said, twisting her hair into what Rina could only assume was a complicated updo. They had arrived in the special pavilion where the wedding was to be held and were now preparing Rina for the ceremony. The fabric she was now draped in was some of the softest she had ever felt. She had also been scrubbed clean and rubbed down with fragrant oils that threatened to overpower her already strong sense of smell. And now Merin was plucking at her face, smoothing away any blemishes with makeup. Rina wrinkled her nose when she accidentally tasted the stuff that was put on her lips.

Once she had been properly beautified, the waiting began. It was always a huge event when a Celestial Dragon got married, and Rina could sense the droves of people flocking to the pavilion. She started to feel the beginnings of doubt and worry about the mysterious stranger, as well about the whole situation in general. She had no reason to believe that this man, whoever he was, was really coming back. And if he did, what then? What did he even want? He might have never meant to take her anywhere, he had only said that she would meet him again.

"Don't wring your hands, child, you'll ruin your nails," chided Merin. The blind girl had to sit on her hands to stop her nervous fidgeting. Her mind continued to overthink.

Considering the man DID come for her, and DID take her with him, what would she do then? Did he expect her to stay with him, or would he just drop her off somewhere? And how would he get her away from the Celestial Dragons? Did he want to become a criminal? Not to mention that she would have to leave all of her belongings behind. She would only have the clothes on her back.

"Oh, it's time!" Merin chirped. Rina gulped. She allowed Merin to lead her towards the door. Taking a breath in an attempt to calm herself, Rina squared her shoulders and stepped out.

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It only took Law a few minutes to find out where the wedding was being held by simply asking someone. The wedding was a large event after all and open to the upper class to attend.

"Wait, we're crashing a wedding?!" Penguin asked.

"That is the idea, yes," Law confirmed.

"Will they even let a bear in?" Bepo asked.

"Doesn't really matter, we're not invited either way," Law retorted. Jean-Bart chuckled. The group was very near the pavilion now, and traveling around was starting to get difficult. Guards were everywhere. Law had them stop a ways away so they could figure out their strategy.

"Okay, so we're going to essentially be taking someone attending the wedding, so our best bet is to come in hard and fast, grab our friend, and then try to get out as fast as we can and to then just RUN. Only fight to get people out of your way, speed is of the essence here," the captain told him. The others nodded.

"I'll grab the new member, since they already know me. Now, let's head out." The group stood and split up, all heading for different corners of the pavilion.

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The first thing Rina could come up with to think about the wedding was how boring it was. Unlike normal weddings, this one started with long winded speeches and introductions of her fiancé's family. After what seemed like ages, music finally started and she was cued to start slowly down the aisle while she was introduced. As she took her first steps, she let her haki sweep out to include the entire pavilion. It wasn't until she was halfway down the aisle that she felt it. The stranger was here. And close.

She had no idea how he had gotten in, but he was obviously hiding. She faltered in her step a little, overjoyed. Merin hissed at her, and yanked on her arm to keep her pace up. Rina was happy, but then started to panic. She had no idea what the plan was.

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Law smirked. The girl could obviously sense him. He moved his hand, signaling to Bepo, Penguin, and Jean-Bart to be ready. He was making his move. He dashed forward, rapidly closing the gap between him and the center of the pavilion. Shouts of protest and outrage erupted all around him. He simply grinned and focused on the maid next the girl.

"Room," he uttered, causing the familiar blue bubble to appear all around them. The maid tried to pull the girl away into the crowd.

"Shambles," he finished. And then, he was standing right next to her, having swapped places with the maid. The girl's face was beaming.

"You came.." she whispered, sounding nervous, excited, and a little shocked.

"Hey Girly. I'm a pirate, by the way, want to join my crew? It's really the only way out of this," he said in greeting. She blinked.

"I don't think there's any turning back now..." she mumbled. Law grinned. She was right about that.

"We'll talk more in depth later," he told her, wrapping his arm around her middle. The other three were at his side in an instant.

"THE BRIDE? REALLY?" came Penguin's voice. Law simply nodded.

"Time to go, guys," he announced, picking up the girl completely. And with that, they started running.

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i checked out a Law/Nami fic the other day. All I have to say is it's not a NoTP or anything...they actually work quite well. It was a cool chemistry to read, and a nice change of pace from ZoNa. I do, however, prefer ZoNa over LaNa, and to put Law with an OC at this point. I'm gonna explore the realm of Law fics more extensively and see if there are any obscure pairings I like with him.

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