Koneko

Pairing: Sanzo UssopKaya Franky/Brooks Ace/Smoker Law/kid

Disclaimer: All one piece characters belong to Oda

Italic: Character Personal thoughts

Bold: Flashbacks

A/N: This is a sequel to Take You In. I advice to read the first part, but you're also welcomed to read Koneko.

Zoro slowly brought his legs over to the edge of the bed. Franky was kneeling on one knee, with a something on his hands he didn't recognize. Law was standing right over the blue hair man, pointing and instructing what to do. Sanji was next to him, helping Zoro move since it pained the cat to move his body too much.

Franky held up the item in his hand, his large hands going over the metal. Shrugging Laws hand from his back, Franky looked at Sanji to answer his question. "Once I slip this around his calf and shin, it should be able to support his weight, which will allow him to walk."

Before Sanji could say something, Law spoke up. "I'm scared his bone isn't ready for any type of weight." The veterinarian shifted from one foot to the other, trying to see over Franky's broad back.

Even with Laws persistent warnings, Franky smiled at Sanji. "I'm a builder, and I did this." The man said proudly, showing how much he believed in his work. With his hand, the blue hair man slipped his hand under Zoro's small foot and slowly lifted it, being mindful to not hurt the cat. He only stopped for a second when he felt Zoro tense. Franky smiled apologetically at Sanji, who sent a frown at him.

"Franky, can't we wait until he has healed a bit more?"

"No, I want this." This time it was Zoro to protest against Law. "I want to get up from this bed."

Placing the straps around Zoro's leg, Franky smiled and declared for Zoro to try it. He stood on his feet and stepped back, giving Sanji and Zoro enough space to stand as well.

Sanji wrapped his arm around Zoro, his hand gently placed under Zoro's arm. Standing up first, the blonde helped Zoro as well. Being mindful to not rush Zoro and hurt him.

"Don't be scared to put weight on it?" Franky encouraged. Law had a frown on his lips; he was not with the idea of Zoro standing on his injured leg so early. The cat fractured his leg in three parts, in which he was scared he was not ready to put weight on just yet.

Zoro slowly placed his left foot onto the floor, testing it before adding more weight. Sanji feeling the Marimo had a little more confidence, decided to release the cat. "You got it Marimo." Zoro instantly grabbed onto Sanji, using his nails, making Sanji wince slightly in pain.

"What happen?"

"I feel off-balance."

Sanji glanced at Franky with a worried expression. The blue hair man nodded. "Don't worry, he has to get used to it. Once he does, he will be able to walk by himself. Until then, I guess he will need help.

"I still feel that's it's too early, but as long has he's helped, I think he can walk around."

Zoro gave Sanji a toothy grin. "Sanji will help me." The blonde held onto the cats hand tightly. The veterinarian kneeled, his eyes going over the metal brace strapped to Zoro's leg. Law frowned.

"So what will happen when his body starts to change and grow?" he asked, sounding skeptical.

Franky went to the bag he had brought in with him. Opening it, the blue hair man glanced inside and looked back at Sanji and Zoro with a smile. "I built extra, for when he starts to grow. Then he could switch into them."

Sanji pulled lightly on Zoro's ear. The cat pulled his ears down out of Sanji's grasp, his green eyes locking with Sanji, a questioning gaze on them. Sanji raised a curly eyebrow. It wasn't until the second time that the blonde did it, that the cat understood what the blonde wanted him to do.

With a slight blush now on his face and feeling highly uncomfortable, Zoro leaned his weight on his right foot, his uninjured one, before opening his mouth. "Thanks Franky, for helping me."

"Any time cat-bro."

A knock on the door brought the small group's attention to it. Nami was peeking inside through the door. Her brown eyes going to each person in the room. A smile crossed her lips when she saw the green hair cat awake and standing with the help of Sanji.

"Sanji…" She signaled with her head behind her. "When you're ready."

Zoro glanced at Sanji, not sure what the ginger hair girl was talking about. "Zoro, Luffy has planned something for you." Sanji grabbed one of Zoro's shirts and placed it over the cat's head, hiding the white bandages that wrapped around his torso. Helping Zoro, Sanji and Zoro made their way to the dining room, with Law and Franky right behind.

A smile took over Zoro's lips, his small fangs showing as he and Sanji entered the kitchen and dining room. The room was decorated with balloons hanging from the ceiling with confetti. Tables and chairs were lined against each other along the wall. Most of them green. The tables were filled with all kinds of foods and dishes. There was a big cake in the middle of the table; it was green with three cakes stacked on top. Nami, Luffy, Kid, Brooks and Chopper, who was by Kids foot, were there waiting for the rest to join.

But what made Zoro smile was Luffy. The kid, who was at the time taller than him, had a big smile on his face. When the raven hair teen saw the cat, he instantly jumped from his chair and hugged him. "Zoro is awake! Time to eat!" It was simple as that. When Luffy said it, the party was going to be something huge.

Sanji helped Zoro take a seat, and sat next to him. "Zoro, this is a party for your recovery."

Nami raised her glass, everyone's attention going to her. "To Zoro and his recovering."

The group grabbed their glass as well; brining it to the height Nami had it. "To Zoro!"Sanji smiled at the cat's obvious embarrassment. Zoro wasn't used to the attention, but he deserved it, after the fight against Kuma, and saving all the people of that city.

Zoro's ears twitched as he tried to cover his face by trying to hide behind Sanji. The blonde laughed at the cat, while moving slightly to the side so Zoro couldn't hide his reddened face. "Marimo, don't be so shy."

The raven hair boy was the first to start eating; stuffing his face with all the meat there was on the table. Sanji selected a few foods the cat would be able to eat. Law had informed him that Zoro's body was not ready for many things. With that in mind, the chef had cooked something suitable for Zoro to eat.

"Don't give me that look Marimo. You can't eat anything too heavy until you've recovered a little more."

Zoro made a face at the plate in front of him. Even though he loved the color green, he didn't like to see it on his plate. There was only a small piece of chicken, and the rest was a variety of vegetables and fruits. Zoro's green eyes glanced to Luffy, who had turkey, steak, and grilled chicken.

This was just not fair.

During the party, Franky stood up from his seat. "Brooks and I have something for you, cat-bro. Well, to be fair, it was all Brooks's idea."

"Don't be so modest, Franky darling." Turning his dark gaze to the cat, the skinny man smiled. "It's from the both of us." The tall man leaned down and picked up a box, which was hidden by the table, before he stood from his seat. The only other person listening to what was going on, being Kid, the rest of the group kept eating and laughing with each other.

Brooks slid the box lid open as he took something green from it. With both his hands, Brooks handed it to Zoro. "I thought it would be nice for the winter months that are approaching quickly."

The cat took the material, still not sure what it was. Bringing the green material closer and inspecting it, Zoro still didn't know what it was. Seeing the confused expression on Zoro's face, Brooks decided to shed some light.

"It's a haramaki. I used to utilize one when I was a beginning my sword play, but now all I need is my cane-sword, which Franky was such a dear and made for me. It is warm and comfortable to wear. I know it's a little big, but Law told us you will be growing fast, once your body is ready."

"A haramaki?" Zoro asked. His ears going down. The blonde leaned over and grabbed the material from Zoro.

"It's like a belly warmer. So when you feel cold."

"A belly warmer." Zoro glanced at Brooks. "Thanks." His eyes went to Franky after, but only giving the blue hair man a smile. Zoro yawned, starting to feel tired. His body was still trying to heal and it took a lot of energy from him. The blonde adjusted his weight when he felt Zoro lean on him. "You ready to go to sleep, Marimo?"

"It seems so." Brooks commented. His unique laugh closely following.

All Sanji got as an answer was a noise of approval from Zoro. Sanji slipped his hand under Zoro's knees and placed his other hand behind Zoro. He lifted him. He placed the cat's long tail over Zoro's body and started to make his way to the cat's bed. The blonde kicked open the door, as he entered, and after placed Zoro in bed.

"Sanji?" Zoro's voice sounding tired.

"Yeah?"

Zoro stayed quiet for a few seconds, before shifting into the covers. Sanji frowned, but decided not to question the cat. Before leaving, the blonde placed one of his hands on Zoro's green hair as he leaned down a placed a gentle kiss. "Sleep well Marimo."

A/N: Chapter one! I know it's a little short, but the rest of the chapters should be (hopefully) longer.