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Chapter 20

Blue eyes stared out as night fall slowly started to come over the sky. The wind brushed through spiky red strands but never managed to dry a pair of plush lips. Stars slowly peeked out from the sky as it darkened.

A sigh escaped Rosalie and she briefly closed her eyes. She looked down at the newspaper in her hand, never letting it go since she found it. How many times has it been now? How many times was she going to be victim of lies?

This time, however, it didn't faze her as much as the first time. She knew it wasn't true. She knew that her crew also knew it was a lie. Yet, there was a nagging in her chest and she couldn't help but worry. He didn't know it was a lie.

It turned out that she was guilty of betrayal once again. An entire article stating how she betrayed the government, leaving the Heart pirates and joining the Kidd pirates. The Red Menace a lone wolf, bringing betrayal where she went.

She shook her head and then threw the paper into the waters below her. She didn't have time to mope around. It didn't matter what they thought. She was doing everything in her power to get to Law and bring him back to the crew even if he resented her in the end.

"I'm starting to think that you're suffering from insomnia. You rarely sleep, don't you?" Rosalie turned to see the voice belonging to Killer, his muscular figure walking up to her. His facial expression still hidden and a mystery.

"You can say that" A sad smile formed on Rosalie's lips, the dark circles under her eyes clear enough for someone to notice. "I haven't been able to sleep for a long time now. I guess I'm used to not getting any rest by now" She replied and he huffed.

"That's not going to end well for you. You should try to get some sleep. You have to be at your best when you're in danger in the New World" Killer warned and Rosalie chuckled, an amused smirk forming onto her lips.

"Aw, you sound like you're concerned" He said nothing but Rosalie tried to imagine a blush on his hidden cheeks. "Well, I like to sleep with one eye open. After all, my conscious keeps me awake and alert most of the time" She pointed out, resting her cheek on the palm of her hand as she stared out.

"I see…" He trailed off and stood in silence with her at the railings. Rosalie briefly closed her eyes, enjoying the comfortable silence that lingered around them. If only it could be compared to her busy mind.

Black feathers. Smoke.

The premonition was one of the factors she couldn't get in any sleep. Every time she closed her eyes, she was back where she was in the vision. It was frustrating. She couldn't decipher anything and wished she could get an answer, but none came.

"Neh, Rosalie" Killer spoke up. "I haven't had the chance to ask you about how you managed to save Kidd at that time. Suddenly appearing on the ship was a shock but I haven't had the time to show gratitude either. So… Thank you for that" Rosalie's eyes widened.

"I know that Kidd's an idiot. Don't expect to hear anything from him, but consider mine as a replacement." Killer said and Rosalie smiled softly at the male. She knew that he was thankful because Kidd wasn't only his Captain. He was a friend and a dear comrade.

"I'll accept it. It should be sufficient for now" Her teasing tone made him chuckle. "Besides, I'm surprised that I managed to do that. I usually struggle with my teleportation technique. I seem to be developing my haki better" She said and Killer stared at her in shock.

"W-Wait, that thing you did was using haki?! You're not a devil's fruit user?! That would explain why you were able to use your powers without drowning along with Kidd. How come you've have this much haki?" Killer asked and Rosalie gave him a mischievous look.

"That's a s-e-c-r-e-t~!"

Killer sweat dropped at her singing tone and it was soon followed by a snicker from her. She enjoyed keeping most of herself in mystery but it wasn't long until Kidd pulled everything from her. Furthermore, Kidd wasn't going to let her off this ship.

"A-Alright, I won't ask any more of that. What I am wondering is and I'm hoping you'll answer me on this. What type of business do you have to handle? You've only said you wanted to travel with us but that reason is still a mystery for me. Why did you leave your crew?" Killer asked, her face falling.

"Killer… Can I trust you with this? I know it's a dumb question. I don't want Kidd to find this out no matter what the cost" Rosalie asked the male, her blue eyes pleading him and her tone serious. He stared at her, debating whether he should agree or not and nodded in the end.

"…I'll give you my word"

Rosalie nodded. "That's good enough for me… The truth is, I'm looking for Law. He left the crew more than a year ago going off on his own and hasn't returned since. I'm going after him and I'm bringing him back to his crew where he belongs" She revealed, Killer's shock once again hidden behind his mask.

"I didn't know. I thought you had personal business to attend to and left your crew. Guess I was wrong about that" He let out an innocent laugh, then turned serious as the atmosphere. "Do you know why he went off?" He asked, Rosalie shaking her head.

"Nope. That idiot went off on his own without any words. If I find him, he's going to be in a world of hell and when I'm done with him, he'll wish he was never born! Who does he think he is going off like that?!" She fumed, then took in a deep breath and smiled back at Killer.

"Thanks, I guess I needed to get that out of my system." Killer could see the sadness in her eyes and the longing as she stared out to the sky. He didn't ask how long she had been traveling, finding the answer in the silence.

"How's Kidd doing?" Rosalie asked, quickly changing the subject and Killer let out a half-sigh-half-groan sound. Rosalie laughed. "That bad, huh? You have it rough as his first mate" She patted him sympathetically on his back.

"He refuses to take the medication Virus gave him and he's already busy tinkering on his gadgets. He's as stubborn as they come. Then again, he refuses to stay down. He always comes back as heavy as he fell. That's why we all admire him" Killer said and Rosalie laughed.

"Hey! I heard my name! What are you two up to talking about me?! Moreover, since when the hell are you two this chummy?!" Kidd snapped at them as he came onto the deck, his reddish orange eyes glaring at the two conversing.

Speaking of the devil… "Look who it is! I'm glad to see you're up and running, Goggles. Whole ship was worried about you" Rosalie spoke up, Kidd rolling his eyes. He looked back at her, smirked and leaned closer.

"The whole ship, huh? Does that mean you too, Sweetheart?" He yelped when Rosalie pushed him back on his bandaged shoulder, the flesh still sensitive. Killer chuckled and quickly received a deadly look from his Captain.

"Nice try, Goggles, but I don't worry about pirates like you. You're the type that the world wants dead but you don't ever die just to spite everyone. Besides, I saved your ass. I knew you'd be fine" Rosalie said, her voice laced with pride.

"That's not entirely true. As soon as you pulled him from the water you shouted: 'I'm fine! Kidd's not! Get that damn bullet out of his shoulder!' Then later: 'How's he doing? That idiot! He's too stubborn for his own health'" Killer imitated Rosalie.

Rosalie stared at him in horror, her cheeks flushing a deep crimson that matched her hair. Kidd stared at Killer before a splitting grin came onto his lips. He looked back at Rosalie, a chuckle escaping his throat and his eyes gleamed brightly.

"You did worry about me, Sweetheart. There's no use in lying on my ship, someone will rat you out sooner or later" Kidd stated and Rosalie wanted to hide her face filled with embarrassment. Unfortunately, it was too late since Kidd already saw it.

"I know where you sleep, Killer, you better sleep with one eye open" Rosalie threatened the male, her index finger pointing at him. He held his hands up in surrender while Kidd laughed, Rosalie's threat becoming a mere joke.

"Watch out, Killer. Little monster is coming for you. I'm jealous. You get more attention that I do. I would love to wake up with her on top of me, a knife to my throat and a cheeky grin on her face. Complete turn on and a perfect morning" Kidd said, his grin widening.

"Y-Y-You pervert!" Rosalie yelled while glaring at him, cheeks never fading lighter. "I promise not to slit your throat! I'll just have you drown in the ocean next time! Stupid, Redhead!" She stormed off, steam practically coming out of her heated face.

"You're a Redhead too!"
"Shut up!"

Kidd laughed loudly while Killer snickered at the female's behaviour. She was hot tempered and easily embarrassed, making it fun to tease her. Kidd shook his head and then looked back at Killer, his grin never fading.

"Like I said: 'I'm not letting her go'"

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