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So this is what i managed to come up with for now, I hope you like it,
and sorry for the lateness, life's getting busy .
Chapter 28
Ace was abruptly awoken from his mercifully dreamless sleep by angry shouts and a creepy laughter that seemed too familiar for comfort.
Cracking his eyes open, black orbs scanned the room, only to widen in horror that this wasn't his room, the lack of decorations were a testimony to that. Within seconds, everything from the previous day came rushing back, letting out a groan the young human shut his eyes once again.
Damn it...that wasn't a dream...that really did happen...urgh...
The noise in the house got louder with each passing second much to Ace's annoyance.
Can't anyone get any peace around here...
Suddenly, the bedroom door flung open with a bang, forcing a shriek from Ace and Shanks, who both vaulted off the vein sheer reflex.
"Good morning~~~"
Ace stared at the blonde dressed in the feathered coat while the red haired godfather was rubbing his eyes to get a clearer view of the uninvited guest.
"Come on guys we got a long day ahead of us, first we have to-" Doflamingo stopped as he viewed the two humans who were still in their borrowed pjs,"what?! You guys are still in bed? Get up already! We've got things to do and people to see!"
"Doflamingo…" Mihawk seethed, appearing silently behind the blonde, shadow cast upon his face, "My house is not for the likes of you to just waltz in like that."
"Oh come on Hawky~, I'm just here to-" the tall blonde fell silent as the hunter shot him a hard glare, clearing implying the vampire's impending death if he didn't shut up.
Ace breathed a sigh of relief, the vampire's talking was making him annoyed and dizzy, it was the last thing he wanted to start the day with and he had a hunch that today was going to be long day….
"Go to the living room and wait!" Mihawk snapped, "You're disturbing my guests."
Shanks felt a rush of gratitude towards the hawk eyed man; he needed time to re-adjust to the knowing the supernatural actually exists, that's why he hates mornings.
Doflamingo pouted but silently obeyed the hunter, slinking past the pale man, the hunter sighed as the blonde disappeared from his sight, he couldn't stand that vampire, he was even worse than Zoro. Turning his golden gaze back onto Ace and Shanks, he tossed a small bag onto the bed.
"Doflamingo took the liberty of dropping by your house to pick up some clothes, oddly strange if you ask me," Mihawk said, "Get dressed, I expect you to be downstairs in ten minutes, or don't expect anything to eat."
The instant Mihawk turned away from the room the two men scrambled to get washed up and dressed, Ace shoved Shanks back onto the bed before running towards the bathroom, he had no doubt that Mihawk was going to keep true to his word and he didn't like to start the on an empty stomach, especially today of all days.
When Mihawk entered his living room, he found the feathered blonde smirking at Smoker who was still sprawled on the couch and Zoro who was standing in the adjoining kitchen drinking. Resisting the urge to pull out his sword and slice the vampires into bits, he stalked over to the couch and kicked the white haired man, causing Smoker to land on the floor with a thud, a loud curse resonating through the house.
Mihawk brought his fist down on the man's head, ignoring his son's gawking face and Doflamingo's irritating laughter.
"Watch your mouth Smoker," Mihawk said simply, earning a death glare from the vampire, if the logia wasn't wearing the kairouseiki ring, the whole room would have been filled be smoke.
Smoker didn't not appreciate being woken up in such a manner, he wanted to throw another sharp insult at the other teacher, but the moment he opened his mouth, Ace stepped into the room. It wasn't the sight that stopped him, it was the scent that invaded the room, it was thick and sweet, overriding all other scents.
Ace had a small frown plastered on his usually cheeky face, his dark eyes were darting around nervously, Smoker moved towards the human and fear immediately flared in the teen's eyes, his movement was halted all of a sudden, he couldn't even open his mouth to call Ace's name.
"Zoro, help Portgas get his breakfast," Mihawk directed, snapping the moss head out of his thoughts
Under normal circumstances Zoro would have snarled, he might be dense but he wasn't dumb, he could sense the strange atmosphere between the people that were occupying his home, shrugging he beckoned Ace with his fingers and the raven quickly made his way into the kitchen. Sitting at the table, Zoro set a plate of bacon, eggs and toast in front of him, the delicious aroma was making his stomach growl.
Picking up a fork, he started to eat and Zoro plopped down beside him.
"So….What's going on? Between you and Smoker?" As soon as Zoro said that, Ace choked on whatever was in his mouth
Zoro frowned, he knew something was off but he decided not to push the matter further, looking away from the teen he found his raven haired father leaving with Smoker and Doflamingo in tow the three were headed for the study.
Emerald eyes narrowed in suspicion, Mihawk never lets guests into the study before, before he could go after them, Shanks ran into the kitchen.
"I didn't miss breakfast did I?" the red haired man panted
"No, so sit down," Zoro growled, pushing himself off his seat to grab a plate and a cup of coffee.
By the time Mihawk returned, Shanks had already downed his second cup of the aromatic brown substance.
"You're done? Good, now get going," the golden eyed man snapped
"Where are we going?" Ace asked, looking at Doflamingo nervously.
"We're going to find Luffy," the blonde smirked
"Find Luffy? Did he disappear again?" Zoro demanded, worry flaring in his eyes, his body tensing.
"His perfectly fine, don't worry he's at my place, we're just going to pick him up,"
"I'm going too," Zoro declared moving towards the door, but was stopped by his father
"You're not going anywhere, you got training to do," Mihawk snorted grabbing the green head teen by the collar causing Zoro to growl.
Doflamingo strode past the father and son, heading for the door, turning back he found no one behind him.
"Well? Come on! We don't have all day you know, Luffy is not the only one with things to settle you know."
"Doflamingo..." Zoro blinked at the warning tone in Mihawk's voice
These guys are keeping secrets, I swear one day I'm gonna find out what they are!
"Come on Portgas... The sooner we finish this the better..." Smoker muttered, grabbing Ace by the arm and dragging the wide eyes teen towards the door.
Shanks yelped in shock before hurrying after his godson, leaving Zoro confused and Mihawk relieved, finally some well-deserved peace.
The tall blonde unlocked his sleek silver BMW and slide into the driver's seat, turning the ignition key the car purred to life, just as the cool air of the air conditioning started to fill the car, the other doors opened, Smoker took the passenger seat, leaving the two humans to take the rear seat.
Wordlessly Doflamingo directed the car out into the main road and headed towards the North. The grin plastered on his face did nothing to calm the nerves of Shanks and Ace, but he hardly noticed, his mind was occupied with the thought of whether Vergo had managed to get his hands on the certain item he requested it was extremely rare but if you know where to go, a deal can be easily sealed.
Hmm... It's so warm...
Luffy purred with content, snuggling deeper into the soft material and closer to the warm body beside him.
Amused chuckles rocked the bed, causing the young raven to crack open his eyes slightly.
"What?" Luffy pouted
"It's nothing," Law chuckled, tightening his hold around his mate's waist, nuzzling the dark locks, inhaling the fragrant scents wafting of the other vampire. Luffy frowned; he squirmed in other's arms pushing himself upwards until he was face to face with Law's neck, grinning mischievously he start nipping playful at the tanned column.
"Come on, tell me,"
Law groaned, those canines were really prickly, each nip sending small shocks through him.
Taking a shuddering breath, the older grabbed Luffy and pushed him into the bed so that he hovered above the other, dark eyes gleaning in the soft sunlight filtering from a nearby window.
"I suggest you stop that unless you want to spend the rest of the day in bed,"
"Really? Cool, I've never slept for a whole day before,"
"Who said you'll be sleeping," Law purred, pressing his lips against Luffy's.
The young vampire flushed, but when he opened his mouth to say something, Law thrust his tongue into the wet carven earning a throaty moan. Slim fingers grasped Luffy's chin, pulling the younger closer, deepening the kiss in the progress. Just as he was about to throw today's agenda out of the window, a shrill ring caused him to break the kiss growling furiously.
Luffy whined softly but stopped when he saw Law push himself of the bed and stalk to one of the clothes pile. Pulling out the small metal device out from the pocket, the vampire flipped it open and put it to his ear.
"What?!" Law hissed
Luffy sat cross legged in the middle of the bed, looking at his mate with growing interest.
"Fine I got it!" Law snapped the phone shut with an exasperated sigh, his eyes turned to the younger who was casting him a questioning gaze
"Sorry Luffy-ya, looks like we can't stay in bed today," when the teen corked his head to the side he continued, "Doflamingo went to pick up your family from Mihawk's house, we need to head back to the main house."
"Ace and Shanks are coming?!" Luffy screeched, frog leaping out of the bed.
If he was still human, he would have merely tumbled from the bed, but forgot and put a little too much strength into pushing himself off the bed and ended up in the air and crashed head first into Law.
Law swore he saw stars dancing in his vision, who knew being head-butted would be so painful. It's been so long that he forgot.
"Law!Law! You okay?!" Luffy screeched again, shaking the stunned vampire.
"I'll be okay once you...stop...shaking ...me..." Law slurred,
"Oh..." Instantly the violent movement ceased, once his vision focused, Law found his mate peering at him, onyx orbs reflecting guilt.
"Sorry..."
"Don't worry about it, you're just not used to your new strength yet," Law smiled, pulling the teen into a tight hug, pressing a soft kiss on Luffy's forehead
The small raven glanced at Law nervously before nodding.
"Come on; let's go hunting before we return to the house,"
Luffy's eyes widened, but before he could protest, he found himself dressed and sitting on soft green instead of hard wood, with Law standing beside him.
"Get use to it Luffy-ya we'll be doing it for a very long time," Law smirked
The teen sighed and pushed himself, dusting off some dirt of his pants.
No escaping this I guess...
"So...what do I need to do?"
"For now...all you have to do is catch me."
"Catch-" before Luffy had a chance to finish his sentence, Law was gone leaving behind only his scent and an echo of laughter.
Instinctively Luffy gave chase, following his nose instead of his eyes.
The trees whizzed past him as he ran, Law's scent was mixed with the earthly scents of the forests, and golden shafts of sunlight broke through the thick canopy, morning dew shone on the leaves and grass reflecting the seven colors in the rainbow.
Dodging the trees, the young vampire sped through the forest, his laughter echoing through the trees, it was amazing, he could practically hear, smell and see everything.
Suddenly his sharp eyes caught sight of something in front of him, it was brown, furry, wearing a pink hat and running at full speed.
Luffy grinned, he could smell the blood running through its veins, honestly it smelt somewhat...good.
"Oiiiiiiiiii! Stop!"
Without stopping the deer turned and let a scream, before running even faster than ever.
"NOOOOOOOO! DON'T EAT ME! I DON'T WANT TO DIE!"
"But you smell good!"
"NOOOOOOOOO!"
The chase continued for several more moments before Luffy decided he was tired of running, he tensed his muscles and leapt towards the screaming creature, successfully pinning it to the ground.
"You don't smell as good as Law but you do smell yummy," Luffy grinned, his tongue darting out to lick his lips, running the pink muscle over his canines.
"Luffy-ya!"
"Hm?" The said teen turned to voice that called his name.
"You can't bite him!" Law exclaimed, snaking his arms around his mate and pulling him off the terrified animal.
"Why not?" Luffy frowned, "but he smells good."
"That's the school nurse you're trying to eat there."
"...EHHHHHHHHHHHH?!"
Tony Tony Chopper has never felt more terrified and relieved in his life. He was absolutely sacred out of his wits when Luffy had chased him earlier, he knew it was a bad idea to step into the forest, the last time he's ever gonna do that.
He almost got sucked dry by one of the students he treated less than a week ago, at that time he was dead sure Monkey. was still a human, not one of those terrifying blood drinking creatures that prowl the woods looking for their next meal. However, he was grateful to Law, how managed to appear in the nick of time and pull the teen off him.
With Luffy secure in Law's arms, Chopper reverted back to his brain point, panting heavily in exertion.
"So cool a transforming talking tanuki..." Luffy gaped in awe, his eyes shining, "Huh? Why is the school nurse a tanuki?"
"I'm not a tanuki! I'm a reindeer!" Chopper yelled indignantly
"You are?" Chopper fumed at the reply, he was sick of people mistaking him for a stupid tanuki, can't they see the horns on his head? What they think they were? Corals? But that was talk for another time, now he wanted answers...
"Why does he smell like a vampire?" Chopper demanded, pointing a hoof at the smaller raven.
"Long story short, he was almost killed by shifters and I had to change him to save him,"
Chopper's eyes widened, shifters almost killed Luffy?
"So you saved him..."
"I told you before that I would rather kill myself then hurt Luffy-ya," Law replied, unconciously tightening his grip on the teen.
"Sorry I got angry at you, I thought you forced him," Chopper murmured," I guess I better go now."
"It's fine, Chopper-ya, it's understandable and I suggest you stay clear of the forests in the North and West for now," Law advised
"You don't have to tell me that, I don't think I'll ever want to step into the forest ever again after today," Chopper laughed changing back to his walk point.
"Bye reindeer!" Luffy shouted, as Chopper quickly bounded away heading towards the Grandline.
"So shall we head to the house? This time I'll run with you and make sure you don't attacking anyone," Law laughed
"Hey! I didn't mean too!"
The pair took off once again, this time Law made sure to have a strong grip on Luffy's hand.
Ace totally regretted eating breakfast, now he was lying pale as a sheet, his stomach churning uncomfortably.
Doflamingo's driving skills were absolutely terrifying, he drove like was on a race track, drifting when turning corners, even Smoker was snarling at him to slow down. When they had finally reached the mansion, it took a good ten minutes for his world to stop spinning and another five to twitch his fingers.
When he finally could step out of the car with Shanks, Smoker and the tall blonde was standing outside waiting.
Last night was dark and he couldn't really see the house properly, but now, Ace couldn't help but admire the magnificent building standing before him. It was like the house was brought from the olden days themselves, but the forest behind it did give it an eerie feel.
The grin that was plastered on Doflamingo's face wasn't really helping them to feel any better. Nervousness, anxiety, fears were fighting for priority.
Smoker wanted to bash himself against the wall instead he opted for digging his fingers into his palm, and gritting his teeth.
The scents Ace were releasing were positively driving him mad, the youth's fear made in want to comfort the other, even if he was the reason the male was feeling like this.
This mate thing was a real pain...but yet he couldn't deny the feelings he harbored for the human.
A escaped the raven's mouth, how did his life get so complicated? Just a few days ago everything was perfect, now he's worried and afraid of facing his own brother and lover, and the fact they're not human anymore.
"I know my house is awesome but are we really gonna admire it the whole day?" Doflamingo sang
"Shut up...stupid bird," Smoker muttered
Ace managed to crack a small smile at that, a bit of tension leaving him, it brought back the familiarity of Smoker's temper and sharp tongue.
"Hey, I was just stating the truth!" Doflamingo snorted in defense
He was going to say something to the smoke logia when rings of laughter reached his ears, causing him to pause and cock his head to the side in wonder. Seeing that the blonde was no longer looking at them but past them instead, the trio turned to the forest, wondering what attracted the blonde's attention.
Within seconds the loud peals of laughter could be even heard by the humans, and in the next moment, Luffy and Law burst through the trees yelling something about beating each other.
Shanks stared at his godson, Luffy looked the same as before, the only visible changes was the scar on his chest and his body had a bit more muscle than before.
Ace was speechless, was that really Luffy?
It took a while before the young vampire noticed his human family standing in the compound, when he did, he smile stretched into a full blown grin, without thinking he leaped.
"ACE!"
So any guess to the item Doffy is trying to get? How about the how Ace would react?
It's short I know but just wanted to post this and just it out of my head, now i need to start on the next one...plenty of ideas but no time to write them
