Hello everyone, here is another one shot. This is a missing scene

This is Marco and Aces date in chapter 39 The Perpetuation

And if it was not obvious form the chapter, there is going to smut. When it starts, skip until the -x-bonus-x- if you don't want to read it. It's not too long or bad, but it's there, hopefully not awful

And I will have it from Marcos pov mostly, and he will think of Ace as Ace, not as Ann. Just so people don't get confused when I sometimes say he and her/she a bit mixed and how people call Ace miss and such. I was thinking of using Ann, but as I had some issues concentrating at times as I' also working on the main chapter and such, so I just decided to screw it and go with Ace most of the time, to make it easier on myself. I'm lazy

This also got way longer than I expected, so hope people like that. A lot of Marco/Ace

Hope you enjoy

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Marco walked next to Ace, or Ann rather. They had gotten on Sabaody Archipelago half an hour ago, and they had walked around until now, just going down some streets and such. They would go and do something, other eat or something soon, but Ace still needed to get the information he was after. Ace had said it would most likely be an easy exchange, Ace giving the person he was meeting some money that was already finished, and the person giving him the folder he was after. Ace had said it was information for some he worked with now and then, and he was the one who had made everything ready, Ace was just going to pick it up and make the exchange since the one wanting it couldn't. Marco had to say he was curious on who this were, but Ace didn't answer that, and that was fine. But it had to be someone who would be recognized and therefore couldn't be seen out like this.

As they were walking down one of the main streets, where most of the restaurants, cafés, show places and such were, Ace gave a hum as he looked to one of the buildings. ¨Want to go see a show? I think one is staring soon.¨ Marco looked over to where Ace was looking, seeing people going into a building that was a theater it looked like. It would be fun to go watch a show, but shouldn't Ace do what he was supposed to do first. He looked at Ace. ¨What about the information, yoi?¨

Ace lifted an eyebrow at him, before he held up a folder. ¨Didn't notice it?¨ Marco blinked.

The exchange had been done? He had even been on watch for anyone who looked at them. Marco shook his head, watching as Ace put the folder down in the purse he had, giving a small chuckle. ¨We did as we passed each other. I gave the money, he gave me the file. Doing it as unnoticeable as possible.¨ Marco gave a nod. That gave sense, and the person who gave the information most likely knew what Ace, or Ann would look like. there weren't anyone dressed like her. Marco looked at the entrance to the show, seeing people having tickets. ¨But how will we get in? We don't have tickets, yoi.¨ A chuckle from Ace again. ¨I still get money from doing this, even though it is easy. We got enough to enjoy ourselves.¨

Marco gave a nod, that sounded nice. But they still didn't have tickets. But before he could ask, Ace lifted another eyebrow at him. ¨And we might not have tickets, but money gets you far.¨ Marco gave a nod, and they walked over to the entrance, going up to one of the people checking the tickets and spots there. When they got up, a gruff man looked at them. ¨Tickets.¨ Ace gave a kind smile. ¨We don't have any, unfortunately.¨ He moved to open the purse, ¨But I think we might can come to an agreement.¨ Ace then took a large amount of money out, and it had to be at least three times as much as the tickets should cost. The man gave a snort. ¨Miss, you can't just bribe like that.¨

Ace gave a small and light laugh, ¨Oh, of course.¨ And got some more money out, and Marco wondered how much he had gotten for this information run. ¨For your troubles of course.¨ The man looked at the money shocked, before nodding and looking down on a clipboard he held. ¨I think I can squeeze you in.¨ Ace gave another kind look, taking out a bit more, and the man swallowed. ¨We have a cancelation in a royal box. I think it will fit for the two of you.¨ Ace gave a nod, handing him the money. ¨Thank you, how very kind of you.¨ The man nodded, opening a rope for them to pass. ¨Would you like to be escorted to your seats?¨ Ace shook his head, ¨No, I think we'll be fine.¨ The man nodded, ¨Of course. It's the upper seats to the left.¨ Ace gave a nod and they headed towards the seats.

When they were inside, and not many around, Marco looked at Ace as they headed up some stairs. ¨Done this before, yoi?¨ Ace gave a nod, looking at him. ¨A few times. I enjoy watching a show now and then, and it's easier to bribe than get tickets at times.¨ Marco nodded, he would keep the information that Ace liked shows in his mind. He wouldn't mind doing this again later.

When they got to the spot they would sit, it was a perfect place to sit as it was a place for only 5 people, being a small gallery spot to the side. It was called a royal box, and he could understand that. They had a perfect view of the stage and sat away from everyone. It wasn't one of the best boxes, as it was a couple that was closer to the stage and lower down. But it was still more private than the seats, and Marco had never had a seat like this before, always sitting down in the crowds. It was a nice change.

They sat down in the seats there, or more like a couch, which was nice. There was a small armrest in the middle, which was between them. There was space enough on one side for both of them to sit together, but Ace was still Ace, even though he was dressed as Ann. He was more leaned against him and the armrest than the other side, and he was happy with it. When Ace got more comfortable around him and trust him more, it might be different. But for now, this was fine.

When the show started, Marco watched it as he found the story interesting. It seemed to be about an orphan girl that ran away from the orphanage, and was taken in by a man that thought her to be a thief. And she was good, but still tried to be good. It was interesting. When it was a break, just a small one as it wasn't a too long show, he looked over at Ace and gave a small chuckle. Ace had taken his heels off, placing his legs in the couch and half sat on them, and he was now more leaned towards him, leaning on the armrest. He seemed comfortable. Ace looked at him when he heard the chuckle, and Marco sent a smile. ¨You seem comfortable, yoi.¨ Ace gave a small chuckle himself, giving a nod. ¨I like it here. It's calm, good seats and I enjoy the shows. Especially this one.¨

Marco blinked. ¨You seen it before.¨ Why would Ace choose something he had seen? Ace gave a nod. ¨I have. But I always enjoy it. It's a good story. ¨ Marco nodded, he got that. Some stories were worth to see more than once, and Marco had to say he enjoyed the story himself. It wasn't finished yet, but from what he had seen, it was a good one.

When it started up again, Marco moved a hand to Aces on the armrest, softly holding around it as he stroked it with his thumb.

Ace didn't seem to mind it, even having a smile as he was enjoying himself, and that made Marco smile too, glad he got this opportunity to be with Ace in peace like this. Not needing to be worried by the others seeing. He knew that if Thatch found out, he would annoy them, at least him, to no end. And as it was still early, or that they were still settling and getting used to each other, he would want to keep this information from most for now.

When the show was over, and the actors had bowed and gotten a standing applause, which they did deserve, it was an amazing show. As it was over and they headed out of the theater, Marco noticed it had stated to get dark outside, closing in on dusk. The show had lasted longer than he thought, and he hadn't noticed the time had moved as fast. When they got out on the streets, Marco looked at Ace, who seemed to still be enjoying himself, having a smile. It was good with a break like this, to be able to just go out and relax. When Marco looked around, to see what was still up and what they should do now, he noticed a restaurant not too far away, and it had been a while since they had eaten.

He looked at Ace, ¨Ace, want to go eat, yoi?¨ Ace looked at him and gave a nod, ¨That sounds like an idea.¨ Marco nodded himself, and was about to head to the restaurant close to them, but Ace stopped him with a noise. When Marco turned to look at Ace he motioned towards his left. ¨I know off a better restaurant.¨ Marco nodded and walked up to Ace and they headed another way, having some small conversation. He guessed Ace had been a lot here before, he seemed to know the place good and where things were. But then again, this might only be because of his work too.

They soon got a restaurant. A restaurant that was a bit hidden, but it looked to be a good quality one. When they got inside, they met a waiter that led them to a table, Ace asking for a one a bit hidden, not in the middle of the room. They got a table a bit to the side, close to the wall, but it was a good place to sit, they had a window next to them. The window was a bit shaded, meaning it wasn't easy to see inside, but they could see somewhat good outside. After they had ordered some food, they spoke about random things, too have time moving while they waited. After some minutes, the waiter came back up to them, giving them a bottle of wine. Before Marco could ask, knowing they hadn't ordered any drinks aside from water, the waiter gave a smile.

¨We always give first time couples here a bottle of wine.¨

Marco blinked. That was something he had never heard about before. Restaurants giving away free things like this to something as little as a couple. He knew it could happen to newlyweds and such, but that was it. It was nice though, Marco always enjoyed some good wine. After tanking the waiter, he and Ace shared a glass of wine, giving a toast.

When the food came by not long after, he and Ace enjoyed the food while talking, Marco really enjoying Aces company and everything around them. It seemed like Ace did the same himself, having a calm look and smile. The dinner was really nice, and Marco enjoyed the calmness and normalcy of it. Just sitting and eating, talking about things and having fun, getting to know each other better to some extent. Since they were around others, they didn't speak about the family, Aces work, or anything else someone could overhear. But they did speak about other things like what they had done, but not speaking about anything special. Marco did figure out what kind of shows Ace liked, and places he liked to visit. Marco would make sure to remember everything and see if he could manage to do this again later, but maybe prepare it more.

When they were finished, they sat a bit and enjoyed it, before leaving, heading out. It was starting to get late, shops and such closing. As they were walking, Ace looked at him. ¨Want to head to the casino? We have some more money left.¨ Marco nodded, that sounded like something they could do. ¨Going to play Blackjack again, yoi?¨ Ace gave a small chuckle. ¨I was thinking something more along the lines of Dice, as it is harder to cheat at. More luck based.¨ Marco nodded. That sounded like fun, especially since it was harder to cheat or read the game like Ace could in Blackjack. It was probably possible and it wouldn't surprise him if Ace knew how, but it would still be fun.

They made their way to the casino, Ace finding a Dice table and sitting down. Marco stood beside Ace, not having any experience in this kind of casino game and wanted to see how it worked. He half knew how it worked, but that was it. As Ace was about to throw some dices, he looked at him. ¨What do you think it will be?¨ Marco thought for a second, before saying an eight, and Ace nodded before throwing the dices. Marco wasn't really sure how the game worked, a bit too many rules to grasp at once, but he got the half hang on it. But it was really funny to watch Ace play, Ace seeming to enjoy himself and having fun. Ace did both win and lose, but he did win more than he lost. Marco had sat down on a chair next to Ace, liking to see how it went and the reactions from everyone. Ace was good at it. There was some other that joined them, trying to play against Ace as they bid against each other it seemed like.

When it was starting to get late, closing in on midnight, Ace betted everything he had, waiting for the others to respond to that. it was 2 out of 3 who joined in, and Ace were the last one to throw, making everyone anxious. Even Marco thought this was interesting, and couldn't help but lean towards the table, wanting to know what Ace would get, if he would win or not.

And when he felt Ace suddenly kiss him, he was too shocked to react, and before he could, Ace threw the dices.

The second the dices stopped, everyone besides Ace groaned, Ace clearly winning, and he, or she had a grin to accompany it. He was still a bit shocked by Ace suddenly kissing him, but had seen the other couples doing it. It was a good luck charm to kiss someone you cared about, have them blow on the dice and so on. And Marco couldn't help but smile, giving a small laugh as the others around them groaned, not happy about losing. When he looked over at Ace, Ace gave a laugh and looked at him, giving a wink. And Marco almost couldn't keep the laugh in, but managed. Ace must have cheated on that throw somehow, and he had dragged him into it, which was funny and a good way not to be caught.

Ace grabbed the tokens he had won and looked at him. ¨I'm going to turn these in, be right back.¨ Marco gave a nod, and Ace walked off to do that. When Ace was gone out of sight, a guy next to him whistled at him. ¨Not only is she beautiful, but she knows how to play. How'd you score something that great?¨ Marco gave a look to the man, who had a woman leaning on him, and she didn't seem too happy about him wooing over Ace, or Ann. ¨What can I say, yoi. Someone is more lucky than others.¨ The man didn't seem happy about that response, and before he could speak, another man did. ¨Wait. You're Marco The Phoenix!¨ That certainly got everyone's attention as they hadn't noticed it before.

The woman who was leaning on one of the men went over to him, ¨My, Marco the phoenix. What's someone like you doing way out here alone?¨ Marco shook his head, using a hand to stop the woman from coming closer. She was clearly someone out for fame, and Marco was already with someone. ¨I'm not alone, yoi. I'm here with someone, and we are leaving too.¨ The woman gave a clear pout, ¨Why not come with a real woman?¨ Marco gave a small snort as he shook his head, and before she could speak again, Ace, or Ann, was back again, holding a small bag of money she was looking at. And since the woman did not get the hint, even giving Ace the bad eye, Marco decided to be a bit bold, and no one here really knew him. And who would even believe them when they told.

As soon as Ace was next to him, Marco moved a hand to Aces back, making him look up at him with a bit shocked eyes, before Marco leaned in and connected their lips.

Ace did feel Ace tense, Marco obviously shocking him. But Ace relaxed and went with it, even moving a hand to his shoulder. When they parted, Ace lifted an eyebrow at him, and Marco turned back to the woman, who stood shocked. ¨As I said, I'm here with someone. And we're leaving, yoi.¨ Before any of them could react to that, he took Aces hand and they left. When they were outside, Ace gave a laugh, looking at him with amused red eyes. ¨Made some friends?¨ Marco gave a chuckle, ¨Sort off, yoi. The woman was being intrusive.¨ Ace gave a chuckle, and looked at him amused. ¨Well, you certainly put her in her place.¨ Marco gave a chuckle. ¨I did say I was with someone, but she didn't get the hint apparently.¨ Ace gave a chuckle to that, and Marco was glad Ace didn't mind it. He was taking a chance with it and was glad it turned out as it did.

As they walked through the streets, most places closed by now, they decided to head to the roof atop of the brothel again, enjoying the silence there for a bit. It was a nice small break from everything, the entire night and day had been that. And to just sit on the roof like this with Ace was also just perfect. It was calm and the everything was calming down below too, just a few loud drunks walking around, but they were heading into hotels or the brothel. Ace was sitting with his eyes closed, seeming to enjoy the silence. Marco had a hand over Ace, enjoying everything himself.

They stayed on the roof for about an hour, before heading down to the vip room as it was starting to rain outside. When they were almost at the room, Ace started to open the hair clips and taking them off as they walked. When they got inside the room, Ace took the last hair clips off and placed them on a table, moving a hand through his hair. Marco gave a small smile as he went up to Ace, moving a hand to his head and threading through his hair, moving it in a massaging way. Ace made a small noise at that, almost leaning into the touch. Ace really enjoyed this, and he had almost worn the hair clips the entire day too.

After some minutes, Marco moved his hands down Aces body, moving them along his sides, making Ace give a low moan.

As Marco moved his hands lower, he crouched down and moved his hands under the dress, slowly bringing it up, making sure his hands still moved along Aces body. When he was standing, he moved the dress over Aces head, him lifting his hands so the dress could be taken off. When it was off, Marco dropped it to the floor, moving his hands to move along Ace body again, moving in to place his lips over Aces. Aces hands came to his chest, moving inside his shirt, deepening the kiss. The rest of their clothes soon found the floor too, and they moved to the bed, Ace straddling Marco as their lips was still connected, hands roaming. As Marco was going to speak, knowing they didn't have the necessary things like lube, Ace suddenly moved to the side, reaching down in a drawer and taking a bottle of lube out.

When Ace looked back at him, seeing the half confused look he had, Ace gave a chuckle, ¨We're in a brothel.¨ He said before leaning down and connecting their lips, handing him the bottle. Marco leaned up in a half sitting position, leaning against the headboard behind him, Ace lifting his hips to be a bit above him, not straddling him anymore. Marco didn't waste much time in opening the bottle and coating his fingers, his sitting position and the way Ace was raised making it easy to reach around and prepare Ace. Marco loved every sound and movement Ace made as Marco prepared him. Ace having his hands on Marcos chest for some small leverage, the hands tightening at some points when Marco hit the right places, also making Ace moan. When he felt Ace was loose enough, he moved to sit a bit more straight, moving a hand to Aces hip, the other coating his member in lube.

When he was ready, he moved his hands so both was on Aces hip, helping to guide him down, Ace having moved his hands to his shoulders for leverage. As he eased down, both moaned, Ace arching. When Ace was fully seated, Marco panted, moving his hands to Aces lower back, leaning forward and placing his lips over Aces color bone. He had learned Ace was sensitive there and he always tried to use that to his advantage. Marco was being careful as to not use any teeth, just in case he did a wrong move or scared Ace, keeping to sing tongue and lips, keeping an ear to the sounds Ace let out and how his hands moved on his chest and shoulder.

It wasn't long before Marco moved his hips upwards to meet Aces downwards movement, a hand moving to Aces member, moving it with his thrusts. When he felt Ace arch more, breaths coming in more gasps, Marco knew he was closing in on his finish and moved his mouth to Aces, connecting their lips in a deep kiss. When he felt Ace shudder, a long moan leaving him as he tightened around him, Marco lasted a few more thrusts before he reached his own orgasm.

They slowed down their movement, riding out their pleasure, before Ace stopped giving a few breaths before he moved off Marco, laying down next to him.

Ace took some breaths, getting it back before moving to sit up, grabbing his underwear, throwing Marcos boxer to him, making him take them on too. It did feel better to have some clothes on when sleeping as Marco wasn't one who liked to sleep with nothing. As soon as Ace had his boxers on, he moved to lay down next to him again, dragging the covers with him. When Ace was laying down, seeming to get in a comfortable position, Marco moved his hand to Aces head, threading his hand through his hair again, making Ace give a breath. When Ace opened his eyes and sent him a look, he noticed that Ace still had the lenses on. ¨Shouldn't you take the lenses off, yoi?¨ Ace made some movement, shaking his head. ¨They can stay in, they're safe to sleep with.¨

Marco gave a nod, keeping his hand on Aces head, messaging it softly as he closed his eyes as he relaxed. When he opened his eyes a bit later, he noticed Ace was already asleep, an Marco gave a smile, keeping his hand on Aces head, slowly moving it.

Today had been a perfect day.

-x-BONUS-x-

Henry, David and Oliver walked through the streets on Sabaody Archipelago, having a break from the normal marine duties, which was good for once. They were still new to the marines, and they wanted to do something amazing, to get higher up, but they wouldn't do that if they stayed on the boat doing nothing. They walked around, hoping to find anything interesting to report to the captain, hoping to impress him. But there was nothing interesting happening now, no interesting people to take on. ¨Guys, guys!¨ Henry turned to David, who was whisper yelling, motioning for them to come closer to him. ¨What? See something interesting?¨ Asked Henry, walking up to David with Oliver. When they were close, he pointed into a restaurant and Henry felt his jaw drop at who he saw.

It was Marco the Phoenix! And he was out with a woman.

After staring for some seconds, Henry grabbed at Oliver, making him protest as Henry took the camera out, sneaking closer to the entrance to the restaurant. There was no doubt about it, it was Marco the Phoenix and he was out with a woman. Maybe someone from the red-light district? No, who would treat someone from there a dinner in a place like this.

Was this maybe a lover?! Henry couldn't help the grin. This was their chance! They didn't even need to tell their captain, they could send this straight to the admirals! Henry managed to sneak closer, snapping a half okay photo, moving to get a better one. Just as he was about to take a better one, finally having the perfect view, a pair of feet obstructed the view. Just as Henry was about to tell whoever it was that stood in the way to fuck off, he got white as a sheet as he was met with a gigantic security guard of the restaurant. ¨Ehh… hi..?¨ The guard shook his head, before grabbing him by the shirt and throwing him out. A man in a suit, most likely the managed stood in the door, glaring at them. ¨No sneakers. Stay out!¨ And went inside the restaurant again, the guard staying out and glaring at them.

¨Well, damn.¨ Said Oliver, and Henry could only nod. Henry looked at the Picture Den Den, seeing the picture he got was good enough. He could see it was Marco the Phoenix and a woman. A real pretty woman. When Oliver was on his way to speak, Henry waved his hand at him. ¨Shhh! Let's see what they do.¨ Both of the others nodded, moving to hide behind a barrel with him, watching the restaurant.

It was over an hour later that the pirate and woman walked out, heading down the street, walking close. Henry could not believe their luck! This was great! As he was about to take another picture of the two, a broad chest was in the way and Henry looked up to see the guard again. ¨Come on! They're not in the restaurant anymore!¨ As the guard moved to grab him, Henry let out a small shriek, running away, the others following. When they were a safe distance away, they relaxed for a second, before trying to find the pirate and woman again. But they were nowhere to be found.

But the picture and story they had could be enough. They just needed to send it to the admirals and everything would be fine.

-x-BONUS 2 -x-

Garp walked into his office, drinking a coffee as it was still way too early to do anything. He grabbed the newspaper at his desk and half read it as he tried to wake up, not really concentrating on anything as he read. But as he got to a page, he spit the coffee out as he stared at the newspaper in shock.

Marco the Phoenix seen with a mysterious woman.

No! He knew that woman! That woman was Ace! Ace in disguise. Now fully awake, he read the article, or what he could read as half of it was soaked in coffee, but it was clear they were out to dinner.

Ace, Rogers and Rouges son, the kid he had promised to watch out for, who were supposed to be a marine was out with Marco the Phoenix! That was not okay! It was bad enough Ace had joined the pirates, but going out with one was worse!

When Garp was done panicking and hyperventilating, he went to Sengoku and tried to be sent on a work-related thing close to the Whitebeards. He would not stand by this! But he was denied! Sengoku saying there was no reason to go there, and Garp couldn't figure out a way to pursue him to let him go.

Why couldn't Ace just stick to being a pirate? Why did he need to go out with one to. And Marco the Phoenix at that.

The only thing worse was if Luffy did the same.

And that's the chapter, hope you enjoyed

This chapter got way longer that I thought, but I hope you still enjoyed

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