We Are (Family)

Summary: Set in the universe of "They Don't Know About Us", a look into the lives of Portgas D. Rouge, Gol D. Roger, Gol D. Shanks, Dracule Mihawk, Portgas D. Ace, and Monkey D. Luffy. A series of different moments, missing scenes, and alternate realities, etc.

Author's Note: Hey everyone and welcome to "We Are (Family)", this is just a series of different moments, alternate versions, and just anything I can think of regarding the Gol/Mihawk Family dynamic from "They Don't Know About Us".

If there is something you would like me to write (rather it's for this or even just something completely different) drop it below or hit me up on tumblr at phoenixtodoroki. I always accept prompts (though if you do for Omegaverse, please try to stick with Omega Shanks and Omega Ace… I can't write them any other way). I do hope you enjoy!

Warnings: ANYTHING COULD SHOW UP! WARNING WILL ALWAYS BE PLACED AT THE BEGINNING IN THE AUTHOR'S NOTE! SO PLEASE TREAD CAREFULLY!

Pairings: Akagami no Shanks/Dracule Mihawk, Portgas D. Ace/Marco the Phoenix, Monkey D. Luffy/Trafaglar D. Water Law, Roronoa Zoro/Sanji, Nami/Nefertari Vivi, Nico Robin/Franky, Izou/Thatch, Gol D. Roger/Portgas D. Rouge, Monkey D. Garp/Portgas D. Shay (OFC), Sabo/Koala, probably more at some point.

The Mystery of Portgas D. Ace and the Former Second Division Commander

Summary: When Portgas D. Ace became a Whitebeard Pirate, his family soon became a hot topic because of his name and his hat. Curiosity spikes as they question him about his family, only for him to dodge the question. It all comes to a head when for the first time in years, Rouge shows up on the Moby Dick.

One of the first things that a lot of the original crew members of the Whitebeard Pirates noticed when Portgas D. Ace was brought onto the Moby Dick was the bright orange hat that he wore. Every single one of them recognized the hat. The hat looked identical to the one that Hibiscus Rouge, their former Second Division Commander used to wear. The only difference was the lack of the hibiscus flower that she kept within the beads of the hat.

Then there was the detail of his family name. Portgas. That had been Rouge's family name. When they found out his age, putting the math together, it was about the same time that Rouge had left the Whitebeard Pirates and didn't return. No one knew her whereabouts, but Whitebeard would assure them that she was alive and well.

There was also his appearance. The decoration of freckles on his cheeks that made him appear a lot younger than he actually was. He was seventeen when he was brought onto the ship. Just a rookie Captain of the Spade Pirates. His cheek bones, nose, and eyes were all hers. The color though wasn't. His hair color was pitch black which was also a difference. It was almost clear as day. He had to be related to their former Commander.

They were both Omegas with a cherry blossom scent as their primary scent indicator. It was scary just how much alike the two were.

None of them decided to question him when he first came on board, instead deciding to build trust with him before diving headfirst into the questions of his heritage. There was absolutely no way that he wasn't related to Rouge.

After over a hundred assassination attempts by Ace and futile escape attempts, a conversation with Marco was all it took for him to decide to join their crew. Time came and Ace finally got his mark, placing it over the entirety of his back. The tattoo beautifully inked into his skin. His was special, it was the only mark among them that was the official jolly roger of the Whitebeard Pirates. Whitebeard had actually cried tears of happiness when Ace revealed the tattoo to him. The last time that Whitebeard had cried at the reveal of a tattoo had been Rouge's.

A lot of him reminded them constantly of Rouge. Directly down to his personality. Both Rouge and Ace were hotheads, reacting first compared to actually taking the time to think. The excellent swordsmanship that both showed. It made them miss Rouge even more. They hadn't seen her in eighteen years by that point. The last time they had seen her, she departed the ship with Red-Haired Shanks and never turned back. Giving in her official resignation as the Second Division Commander and leaving the crew permanently. Though her spot was always open if she wanted to return.

Watching Ace fight, everyone had been quick to decide that he should fill the position as the Second Division Commander. The only position that hadn't been filled in years. He was hesitant to accept the invitation, but ultimately agreed.

When a party had been thrown for him, it had been Thatch to finally break the ice about their questions. "How does it feel to have the same position as your mom?" He had asked. The rest of the crew had watched in anticipation as Ace turned to look at him.

Confused.

"Huh? What are you talking about?" The Omega questioned, the confusion clear on his face as he looked around at them. "My mom wasn't a Whitebeard pirate."

Stunned silence had followed. How could they be wrong?

"Ace, do you know who Portgas D. Rouge is?" Izou questioned.

Ace's face lit up almost immediately. "Who doesn't know Hibiscus Rouge?! It's an honor to be in the same position that she had." Marco and Thatch shared a look, Ace acting almost oblivious to what they were trying to ask him. Even his smile was just like hers. The Omega Commander turned to face the others, grinning as crossed his legs to sit down. "She used to duel Uncle Rayleigh all the time. She couldn't ever actually beat him though."

That had been correct, though the last time they had seen Rayleigh was when Oden left the crew to go to the Roger Pirates. Years before Ace was even more. The only way he would know that is if Rouge told him. It was almost as if he was dodging the question even. Marco looked at his eyes as Ace looked at Izou. They were calculating. Trying to see where this conversation was heading. Ace wasn't oblivious to what they were asking, he was dodging it.

Deuce and the other former Spade Pirates were grinning and eyeing Ace the entire time. Staying completely silent as they looked at their former Captain.

Marco sighed. This was going to be harder than he thought.

The next time anyone asked about Rouge was when Ace was wearing his hat out on the deck. The hot sun beating down onto their skin as they relaxed. He was standing by Marco, leaning close to him. The blonde Alpha's arm thrown over his shoulder. "Is that Rouge's hat?" A nakama from the sixth division asked.

"Sure is." He stated, turning back to the sandwich that was in his hand, not giving room for another question. He had walked off almost immediately after that.

Marco could only sigh again. Why was Ace dodging the question?

Dinner time a few weeks later was when Jozu questioned him next. "What do you know about Commander Rouge?"

Ace had looked at him, mid chew as the entire room went quiet. Waiting on the answer from him. Swallowing, Ace smiled over at the Alpha Commander. "Well, I know what brought her to the crew was saving an entire Whitebeard territory on her own. She had been shipwrecked there." He stated, turning back to his food almost immediately. Jaws dropped around him, not many people knew that. It had been what caught Whitebeard's attention of her in the first place. She had joined them with no hesitation following his request for her to join.

As they continued to ask questions throughout the days, Ace only started to give vague answers. Starting to snap at the mention of Rouge. The final straw for him was when he was asked if he learned from Rouge. The Omega snapping with, "I'm not her! Stop asking me questions about her!"

It had dawned on Marco that Ace was thinking that they were comparing him to Commander Rouge. It sent a ping of guilt through him that he didn't try to stop it before. He had also been just as curious. Apologies had broken out among the crew following that and the questioning had soon stopped.

A month after Ace became the Second Division Commander, the announcement of an approaching small vessel had all of their attention. The crew was out on the deck, the Commanders lined up by Whitebeard. Marco knew the haki signature almost instantly as the small boat got closer. It was one he would never forget.

With the small ship tied to the Moby Dick, the person climbed on board, her feet touching the deck. Dressed in her old gear and Whitebeard mark proudly displayed with a hibiscus flower tucked behind her ear was non other than Portgas D. Rouge herself.

Excitement broke out among the crew as they crowded around her, her laughter filling the air as she took turns hugging her old crewmates. It had taken probably a good twenty minutes before Rouge had made it through to where Whitebeard was sitting. Whitebeard grinning down at her. "Welcome back, Rouge." He stated.

"It's nice to be back, Eddie." Rouge replied, smiling up at him. Her gaze turned from Whitebeard to Ace. The Omega breaking away from the Commanders and running up to Rouge almost as soon as her feet hit the wood below her. She laughed as his arms wrapped around her and his nose buried in her scent gland.

Well that answered the question of him at least knowing her. Just didn't answer anything else.

Ace mumbled into her shoulder, but no one was able to catch what he had said. Whatever it was made Rouge chuckle. "It's nice to see you too, Ace." She said as he pulled away.

The two smiled to each other as Whitebeard questioned, "What brings you back home, Rouge?"

"Well, I wanted to congratulate Ace on becoming the Second Division Commander in person!" Rouge stated. "I hope he isn't causing too much trouble."

Marco snorted. "He tried to kill Oyagi over a hundred times. He's got quite the stubbornness in him."

Rouge laughed, placing a hand on her stomach as she threw her head back. Ace turning away with a heated face. "Of course, he does. He's a Portgas after all."

Thatch exclaimed, "Ah-ha! We knew it! We knew that she was your mom!"

Ace and Rouge just blinked at him, sharing a look before they both promptly broke into laughter. Practically bent over as they laughed. Rouge wiping at her eyes from the tears that came to them from how hard she was laughing. Ace wasn't fairing much better as he was kneeling down.

"What's so funny?" Haruta questioned. Haruta was the only Commander who didn't know Rouge, joining after she left. She knew of her but had never got the chance to meet her in person.

"She's not my mom." Ace stated as he managed to stand back to his full height.

Rouge smiled, reaching over and rubbing her thumb over Ace's cheek. "I have a son, but it's not Ace." She added.

"She's my grandmother." Ace finished.

Silence fell over the deck as all eyes were on the two Portgas Omegas. Ace just shrugged as Rouge announced that she was hungry and would be raiding the fridge. The Omega woman pulling her grandson along with her. Thatch quickly making a squeaking sound before following after them.

"If Ace isn't her son… who is?" Izou muttered.

They all shared looks and shrugged. Whitebeard chuckled from his seat, taking a drink from his tankard.

This was going to be fun. At least for Whitebeard, who had the sneaking suspicion he knew who this mysterious son was.