I know this chapter is short, the one I post tomorrow will make up for it! Enjoy.

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Problems, Drugs, Lies, Marco.

Ann cried, screamed, shouted, anything to lessen the pain she was experiencing. For her, this is worse than death itself.

"I don't love you anymore."

She couldn't believe those words came out of her mouth. They felt like acid on her tongue, the Lie burned her heart and soul. So much pain brewed from the sweet words she cherished. Why would the mystery man make me do this!?

'If you want me to keep your secret, you need to follow my orders.'

What can I do in this situation besides cry my eyes out? Pity is already overwhelming me. I feel like a caged bird, bounded by my own secrets. Not even mine, but my siblings and family! That is the only reason I'm putting myself through such pain! I can't have them suffer! I rather keep my burdens then share them.

It has been 16 hours since her break up with Marco, so many things have happened. One, her phone has been ringing nonstop. Ann has all the Newgate's numbers, she isn't surprised by the amount of notifications. What is surprising is that out of all the siblings, she hasn't gotten a single text from Izo. I guess she hates me. Two, Law and Shanks have been out for the entire day, even last night. Ann would call and text them, but… her phone has stopped working from all the texts she is already receiving. Three, Makino is living with them. Not that Ann minds, she likes Shanks's girlfriend, but Shanks hasn't told them why she is living here. Four, Luffy went out earlier with a very tall, purple haired man. Ann recognized him as Katakuri, but why does Luffy know him? What is Ann thinking? Luffy knows everyone. But… The eldest sister worries about the youngest. It is almost as if she has been distant, in a way. Maybe it's just her. Five, Ann hasn't seen Sab in almost two days. But she is with Koala, she should be fine. Honestly, everything feels so weird, it feels like everyone is keeping secrets. But we never keep secrets… never mind… I can't say that.

Ann decided she needed to take her mind off her current dilemmas and do some needed chores around the house. They now have two weeks off for thanksgiving break, and she is going to force herself to enjoy it. She started with cleaning up her room, then moving to the bathrooms and hallways. After that, she finally checked her phone. Millions upon millions of texts popped up on her screen once opened. Sadly, the first one that caught her eye was Marco…

Did I do something?

Teardrops fell on her screen from the message. She takes back what she said before… knowing that she is the reason Marco is in pain is worse than anything. Her finger swiped out of the text, her heart was broken enough. Why damage her and his further with another empty lie? The next text that crossed her gaze was from the mystery man.

Meet me tonight, I'll send my location.

Come alone and wear something nice.

Ann responded with an 'ok' and tossed her phone on the counter. More water came rushing out of her eyes. She couldn't even see what Law and Shanks texted. The eldest sister rubbed her cold hands on her pale skin to wipe her tears away. Once her eyes cleared, she went into Law's room.

It is messier than usual. Clothes scattered, bed sheets pushed off to the side, and food rappers laid on the ground. Ann let out a sigh, let's start with the clothes. She picked up the brother's clothing and tossed it into a basket. She stopped when she saw something fall out of one of the pockets. It was a pack of cigarettes. He's smoking again? The brunette's eyes dimmed. Because of Shachi… Ann doesn't know why, but she took the pack and stuffed it into her pocket. Something about the drugs was calling her, telling her all her problems could be solved.

Problems

Drugs

Lies

Marco

Ann thought she had no more water left in her body, but the stinging tears trailing down her face proved her wrong. The burning was worse since she hasn't slept in several hours. Another problem.

Knock. Knock. Knock.

The brunette wiped her agitated eyes and headed downstairs. She thought it was one of her siblings. On the way, her phone rang again, it was the mystery man.

You will want to be on your best behavior.

Ann bit her lip and glazed at the screen, unaware of the fact she was by the door and opening it. Many things piled into her head. What is he going to do to her? There are so many things.

"Ann."

The eldest sister's eyes widened when she heard the voice. Izo! Ann was shocked, she never thought Izo would visit her out of all people. Even though Izo is her closest friend, she thought she would be comforting Marco. Ann's phone slipped out of her hand from the shock. Next thing she knows, Izo was picking up the phone and studying the messages. That is when Ann came back to life, "Izo-"

"You're being blackmailed?"

How can she read that fast!

"No-"

"Ann, is this why you broke up with him? You said you didn't love him." Izo's voice drowned in concern. The tone and the words she spoke. 'you said you didn't love him'. It made Ann break down. Not only tears, but her chest felt like it was about to collapse itself. Her body felt suffocated in the walls of her home. Her brown eyes went wide from the aching feeling drilling itself in her body. Sweat poured out of her skin and her heart rate increased drastically. Her knees buckled and felt weak, her gaze couldn't focus on the light coming from her door.

A hand touched her face, "breathe." A calming voice spoke. It was Izo. Her fingers traced around her skin and made Ann's eyes focus on her face. The brunette's breathing cane back in order before Izo engulfed her in a hug. "I knew it! What is wrong with you Ann!" Izo clutched her best friend tighter. She knew Ann had a reason. She knew she would never hurt Marco without a good reason behind it. "Tell me everything."

Green orbs followed Law's hands. The pinch of the needle made the body jerk. Penguin wiped up some remnants of blood off the cold skin of the blonde. Warm skin touched the freezing flesh belonging to the wounded man. His gaze was foggy, but he could still tell who the touch belonged to. "Koala." He muttered. His throat was stale except for the blood dripping in it. The hand pressed harder on his face, it warmed up his whole body.

Killer hissed when he felt his flesh tugged on. "You're all stitched up; it is morning by the way." Law informed. The surgeon's eye sockets were darker than Killer's. Between the new leads Shachi gave them. The call from Koala about Killer, these last hours were hell. Koala ran her fingers through her boyfriend's golden hair. "What happened?" Her voice was as light as paper, it was as if she was dreading the question, but everyone is. "Kid's dad came in, kidnapped Kid and shot me twice." Killer groaned at the sudden pressure added to his sides. It was Penguin dabbing off blood.

Law let out a frustrated shout, he was tried, mentally and physically. All the shit that has been happening to him for the past month is adding up. Killer looked up to the right-hand man as Law continued to scream curses at the wall in front of him. Penguin shook his head, "Captain, we need a plan, and a quick one." Penguin bent down to pick up the laptop by his feet. Before he opened it he looked over to Sab, she has been rattling her leg in the corner since they got here. "Here are the things we know- Law shut up!" Penguin snapped. The young surgeon stopped screaming and glared at his right-hand man. Gold clashed with ash, the two men held animosity in their eyes. A hatred blazing inside of them. Law closed his orbs, he knew he needed to calm down. Especially since Penguin snapped at him, something that rarely occurs.

Welcome to your life

There's no turning back

Even while we sleep

We will find you

Acting on your best behaviour

"We presume, 'acting on your best behavior' is Kid's birthday. That part is clear, but we need some more info." Law sat on the bed and continued.

Turn your back on mother nature

Everybody wants to rule the world

"Who would be mother nature?" Penguin asked Killer, but Sab interjected. She won't let anything else happen to Kid, not if she could help it. "I don't think all it refers to Kid. Think about it Law, 'everybody wants to rule the world'. And since our dad is at the top."

"It is the people below him." Penguin continued.

Law snapped his fingers, "it's Big Mom." The raven-haired man took out his own laptop and started to type. While he was typing, Koala blurted a valuable piece of info. "Katakuri, he is Big Mom's son, right? He has been in contact with Luffy recently. I'm pretty sure they are hanging out today-"

"Penguin, call Zoro. Koala, do you know where?" Sab said. She is more alert now that her sister is in danger. Who knows what Katakuri might do? Koala gave Penguin the address, and the right-hand man called the swordsman.

It's my own remorse

Help me to decide

Law stared at the words and clicked his tongue, "they mean me and my decision for Shachi. Shachi must've known what was going to happen to him before he was caught."

"Doesn't that mean you are in danger Doc?" Killer asked. The brother let out a sigh, do I want to tell them someone tried to shoot me a few hours ago? Nah, I'll tell them later. "I'm fine, let's move on to the next set."

Help me make the most

Of freedom and of pleasure

Nothing ever lasts forever

Sab bit her lip, "that could be me and Kid." Law nodded and continued.

Everybody wants to rule the world

There's a room where the light won't find you

Holding hands while the walls come tumbling down

Law's eyes widened, "call Ann. Call her now! I'm going to the Whitebeard manner. Sab your coming too, you guys need to find Ann!"

Sab started Kid's motorcycle; the loud roar of the engine made her smile. "Since when did you learn how to do that?" Her older brother asked as he hopped on the bike. "Kid taught me, now explain." Sab gripped the hand on the bike and came out of the driveway before speeding up on the road.

Law gripped his sister tighter. "Ann is the only sister who has not been affected, and she was the only one dating at the time. Holding hands while the walls come tumbling down. They could mean their relationship. Judging by the fact we haven't heard from our sister for two days because of our own problems. They have probably made a move." The young surgeon shouted through the air smacking his face. He was shocked by how fast Sab was going. "What if they broke up? What do we do then?" The blonde sped up faster from the thought. Everything is happening so fast! How can she keep up! Shachi is in a coma, Penguin arrested, Kid kidnapped, Killer shot! "I have another plan if we have to use it."

The siblings parked the bike by the side of the house and knocked on the large door. A tall man answered the door, it was Oden. Sab has never met the guy, but Oden knows all about Sab. Ann's sister, related to the girl who broke his little brother's heart. "What the he-"

"Move it!" Both siblings shouted and pushed their way into the house. They walked into the living room and weren't surprised by the growls they got.

All the siblings were glaring at them, with Pops at the center. If they were Luffy or Shanks, they would have been hurt by their fast distrust. But they aren't and they don't care. "Why are you guys here!" Juzo hissed. Marco turned around and gave the same malice look to the siblings. "When is the last time you talked to Ann?" Law blurted. Marco felt pain invade his chest from the mention of his lover… ex lover. "When she broke up with him!" Thatch growled. His cheery and nice personality was burned to a crisp. Only hatred radiated out of him.

Sab shoved her hands into her long blonde hair and let out a scream. "Fuck!" She cursed. Law whipped out his phone and swiped and scrolled. "You are all idiots." he blurted. This added to the Newgates's anger. How dare he call them idiots! "You couldn't even see the pain in someone's eyes, yet you have the audacity to show resentment in your's." The surgeon continued.

This time Whitebeard spoke up, "liste-"

"No! You have been friends with our father for years, yet you think his daughter would do something like that!" Sab snapped. Her stress was tearing her down, Kid is missing, now Ann. The blonde turned away from the now shocked old man and pointed her angry finger at Marco. "AND YOU! YOU DIDN'T THINK THAT MAYBE SHE COULD BE HURTING!"

Law wanted to yell that, but he was satisfied with Sab doing so. "She is being blackmailed. Someone has our identities and is using it against her. She is in danger, a lot of danger if we can't find her soon." Everyone was shocked, they didn't' know what to feel, good thing Law didn't give them time to feel anything. "GET YOUR ASSES IN GEAR AND LETS FUCKING GO! I HAVE PEOPLE TO CALL!" The young surgeon grabbed the siblings's hands and threw them out of the house. This is when Izo arrived. She explained everything to her brothers, which made them feel worse. But, Law didn't have time for their pity filled faces. He shoved them in different cars and hopped into one of the vans. Sab took Izo with her on her bike after the older woman went inside her house to grab a large purse. The blonde didn't have time to ask any questions.

They drove for hours around the city but couldn't find Ann.

Law crouched in his seat and studied his screen. "Law-"

The raven-haired man interrupted Oden before he could even apologize. "I don't care. I need to find my sister, then Shanks, then Lu, then go save a stupidly rich child from being married off." His statement shut everyone up. Including Marco and Whitebeard who were the sorriest.

Law picked up his phone and dialed a number. He placed the phone on speaker and continued to type.

"Hello Captain!" Bepo answered.

"Bepo, send Bart to my dad and Uni to Dragon. I need Clione to go and find the Strawhats. Tell Ikkaku to find Shanks and bring him and his crew to my house. The others need to bring every shred of info we have to my house."

"Got it!"

Bepo hung up. Law started to dial another number.

"Hey Law! I missed you!" Corazon answered.

"I want you to do me a favor. I'm going to send you a location, send it to your brother. I never thought I would say this, but I need Doflamingo."

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I know I haven't been showing a lot of Luffy, but I will next chapter! Though... when you read it... you'll want me to be focusing on something else.

Next chapter focuses on Zoro, Luffy, Ann, and Kid's twin. Just a little news to get you motivated!

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