Chapter 26
"Dinner's ready." Bepo suddenly said walking into the room, breaking their stare off and completely ruining the moment.
The two jumped away from each other blushing a little and started to walk out.
"Did I disturb something?" Bepo asked worriedly.
"I'm sorry." he said.
"Don't worry big guy. You came in at a good time." Timi smiled and patted his head. Law just sighed making her look at him but she just stuck her tongue out, making him smirk.
Dinner was amusing as everyone tried to flirt with Timi but she just brushed them off or hit them if they said something too perverted.
Cori laughed at all of this, especially the fact that Law was glaring at whoever flirted with her.
"I'm sorry, I think I ruined a moment between them." Bepo whispered to Cori.
"Don't worry. There will be plenty of chances. We need to get them together somehow though." the blond whispered back.
"What are you two whispering about?" Law and Timi asked at the same time then looked at each other raising an eyebrow. Cori only smirked at them.
"Oh nothing. You two are just really cute." he said amused.
"We are not cute." they both complained then glared at each other.
"You have got to dress like this more often Timi." Penguin said walking up to them with Shachi.
"No I don't. It causes more trouble than it's worth." she complained dropping her head on the table but Cori put his hand under her forehead to prevent her from banging it.
"Aww. But you so hot." Shachi grinned but got a death glare from Law.
"What if one of your clients asked you to dress like this?" Penguin asked making her look at him.
"Then I just do it. That's different." she said.
"How is it different? You still dress like a girl either way." he said confused.
"I get to kill someone." she smirked making them step back.
"Haha. It's just like you to say that." Shachi said as the two laughed. It was good to see them so comfortable with her, it made her smile.
"Alright, alright. Get lost and let me be." she laughed.
"Today sure was eventful." Penguin commented and they both high fived her walking off.
"It's good to see you getting along with everyone so well." Cori said grinning at her.
"They're my crew mates. It wouldn't be too good if I didn't." she said turning back.
"Yeah. Don't get too close though." Law said but before they could question him, he left the galley.
'The fuck is he being so possessive for? It's not like they will do anything.' Timi thought pouting.
"You alright?" Cori asked looking at her.
"I'm fine. Getting tired of this attire though. It made people act weird." she said with a frown.
"It's cause you're beautiful. They can't help it. Just accept it." he said chuckling but she just pouted more.
Cori later gave her a lollipop and that seemed to have cheered her up a bit.
She went back to Law's office to carry on reading for the rest of the night. The book was pretty interesting with a lot of plot twists and dragons in it. By this point, she was laying on the couch with her head on the arm rest, her sandals off and her knee resting against the back rest of the couch and her other leg stretched out.
"Timi." Law called a couple of times but she was too engrossed in her book. He eventually gave up and walked up to her. He took her book and glared down at her.
"What do you want?" she asked glaring up at him for disturbing her reading.
"I've been calling your name for a good ten minutes now." he said and put a finger to the page she was reading and closed the book.
"Sorry, I was too into it." she shrugged and sat up straight giving him room to sit beside her.
"So, what s up?" she asked.
"I was asking if you want to go to sleep yet?" he said sitting down and let her rest her legs on his lap.
"I'm not tired. My mind is too awake." she said and reached for the book that he was still holding.
"It's about midnight, you need to get some rest." he said pulling it from her reach.
"But I want to know what will happen next." she pouted and sat up beside him properly, trying to reach for it again but he kept pulling it away amused.
He just chuckled at her and kept pulling the book away from her reach. As she tried to get it, he had to use his knee to push at her stomach and keep her away. In the end their little game ended up with him laying on his back while she straddled him to try to get to the book. He kept it out of her reach, which was easy seeing he had long arms and despite being tall, she was still shorter.
"Just give it up. There's no way you're reaching it." Law smirked amused.
"Whatever." she frowned and plopped down on top of him. He dropped the book on the floor and rested his hands on her hips.
"It was fun trying though." she smiled as she crossed her arms on his chest and rested her chin on it, looking up at him.
"Yeah. You're as stubborn as ever." he smiled looking her in the eyes and made her blush.
She had just realised how close their faces were.
'The make up really brings out her eyes. It's a beautiful silver, yet there are shades of pale purple in them. They're captivating.' Law thought as he brushed a strand of her hair behind her ear.
Blushing deeper, she suddenly jumped up and picked the book up off the floor.
"I think I'm ready to sleep. The book can wait till tomorrow." she said and walked out of the door, leaving Law on the couch blushing himself.
'What's wrong with me?' he asked himself and got up as well.
On the way to their shared room, Timi bumped into Penguin.
"Oh hey Timi. Here's the rest of the clothes. You should probably keep it with you." he said handing them to her.
"Thanks." she smiled but avoided his gaze.
"You alright? Your face is red." he said reaching up and poked her cheek.
"I'm fine." she said pouting. 'Damn Law. Why do I react to him like this?' she thought, while he still poked her.
"Penguin, go to sleep." Law suddenly said grabbing his hand and pulled it away from Timi's face, making both of them jump.
'When did he get here?' Timi thought and walked away saying goodnight to the engineer.
Unnoticed to them was Cori and Bepo around the corner, grinning at the exchange. Timi noticed and raised an eyebrow at them, making them hide and hoped she walked away.
Both captain and assassin walked to their room and everyone else who wasn't on night shift went to bed as well.
Law stayed in the bedroom to change while Timi walked into the bathroom.
'What the fuck is his shit?' Timi asked in her head as she was staring at the black lacy underwear she was still wearing. It was bothering her all afternoon but she tried to ignore it.
'They're sexy.' T suddenly commented making Timi jump.
"Would you fuck off?" Timi hissed out loud.
"You okay in there?" Law asked from right beside the door.
"I'm fine. T's being a bitch." she replied her face burning.
'You should show it to him.' T chuckled.
'No fucking way.' she thought back and summoned her pajamas but before she could do anything else the door opened and Law stepped in with a worried look on his face that soon turned bet red at the sight in front of him.
For a few seconds she could only stare at him wide eyed but T's maniacal laughter in her head snapped her out of it and she shoved Law out by the chest pretty roughly and slammed the door shut.
Timi leaned her back against the door blushing like crazy and her heart pounding.
'Why the fuck did he come in?' she asked herself starting to shake in anger.
She didn't hear much movement form the other side so she figured Law was getting over his shock.
'Holy fuck. I didn't mean to intrude but I heard her make a whimpering noise. I didn't expect to see her in that kind of underwear.' Law thought as he slowly stood up. 'Why am I reacting to her like this? It's not like I haven't seen a woman before.'
"Timi. I'm sorry to just have barged in like that, I thought you were hurt or something." he said trying to explain, he was sure she was pissed at him.
"Nice excuse. I'm sure you just wanted to check her out in her sexy undies." T said opening the door still in the same clothes.
"That's not it. What are you doing here?" he asked and turned around, so he can't see her.
"I know you like her. Just make the first move dude." T said smirking and patted his shoulder. She gave Timi back her control, making her squeal and run back to the bathroom yelling at her.
Law just blushed and changed into his night clothes, trying not to think about what he saw or what T said.
Timi walked out in her pajamas and climbed into bed without a word and Law followed suit. It was a bit awkward for a while and neither said anything, just tried to fall asleep.
'Do something.' T said a little later.
'No. Go back to sleep. You have done enough damage as it is.' Timi thought back annoyed.
'Aww. Shame. You know you two were so close to kissing today. Twice.' the raven haired entity said chuckling.
'No we weren't. Get lost and let me be. I don't like Law like that and I'm sure he doesn't either.' Timi said trying to explain.
'Aha, sure. Then why do you two keep blushing at each other?' she asked smirking.
'I dunno. We just get into weird situations. Today was seriously weird. It's cause I dressed like a girl that all this stupid shit happened.' Timi grumbled annoyed. 'This was the last time I'm letting those three talk me into this.'
'Stop lying to yourself. You liked him for a very long time. I know because I can feel your emotions and hear your thoughts. You may be oblivious but I can tell what you really feel.' T explained.
'You're the most sadistic thing I have ever come across, you wouldn't know love if it hit you in the face. Don't go claiming false facts.' the red head growled in her head.
'Don't snap at me just cause you can't deal with the truth. You love him.' T growled back.
"Fuck off already and let me sleep." Timi hissed out loud making Law jump and turn to her alarmed.
"You okay?" he asked sitting up and looked at her. She just looked back at him and started to laugh confusing him. His reaction made her forget about T and her anger.
"Your face. I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make you jump. T's just being a pest is all." she said laughing.
"Argue with her in your head. You scared me yelling so suddenly like that." he said shaking his head but smiled and laid back down.
"Soz." she grinned and curled up against him as he draped and arm around her. Everything went back to normal between the two and they finally fell asleep.
In the morning, the two were a bit zombie-ish as they didn't get that much sleep. The crew complained that Timi went back to dressing like a guy but after a death glare, they shut up.
"What's wrong with you two?" Cori asked amused.
"Lack of sleep." Law said sipping his coffee.
"T kept us up, that stupid cunt." Timi cursed annoyed.
"Why? What did he say?" Bepo asked curiously.
"You don't want to know." the red head replied resting his head in his palm and his elbow on the table.
"I'm curious actually. Tell me more." Law said with a smirk.
"I don't want to." Timi growled slowly and glared at him. Law knew to drop the subject and quick. Timi might be his best friend but you don't anger a grouchy assassin and get away with it.
Cori handed him a lollipop and that seemed to calm him a little bit.
'Timi and her sweet tooth.' Law thought amused.
Timi summoned his den-den mushi and picked up the receiver.
"Hello?" he asked emotionlessly.
[Blood Viper. I have a job for you.] a female voice said with a confident voice.
"I'm listening." Timi said perking up.
[Meet me on Kichigai Island. I will pay you and tell you the details of the mission. You can take care of a large number of people right?] she asked.
"Of course I can. See you later tonight." the red head replied and ended the call. He can measure the distance once the client draws the snake and work out how long it will take for him to get there.
"I'm coming with you." Cori said determined and ready for an argument.
"Of course. Wouldn't have it any other way." Timi smiled surprising him.
"Oh okay. I thought you would make me stay here again." he said smiling.
"That was a special case. You've been with me from the beginning. Go get ready, we leave in an hour." he said and walked off towards his room with Law following behind.
"How long will you be?" Law asked as they reached their room and closed the door behind them.
"Depends on what the mission is and who my targets are." Timi replied.
"Don't take too long." he said giving her a strange look. It almost looked like he didn't want him to go and was worried about him.
"I'll try not to. I also have to train Rory for a bit and seeing as she asked about a group, T will most likely handle it. I can't say when we will be back." he explained.
"Look after yourself." Law said and pulled Timi into a warm embrace.
"You know I will. We just got reunited after so long. I don't plan on dyeing anytime soon." the red head smiled up at him.
"Good." Law smiled kissing her on the cheek, making Timi's heart skip a beat. After a bit of confusion of his body's reaction, Timi kissed him back on the cheek and walked into the bathroom to freshen up.
Timi also called Rory to tell him that he will be landing on an island and listened to the crew all wishing him luck and told them to take care of themselves, pissing him off bit by bit.
"Have some fucking faith. I'm an assassin for fucks sake, I can look after myself." Timi snapped at them.
"Leave them be, they just worry for a crew mate." Cori said chuckling and the crew pulled them into a massive group hug.
"We're off now. See you guys in a bit." Timi called as the two hopped onto their blood boards and took off towards Kichigai Island.