We made to to chapter 4! May not seem like much but still...
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+And it all Comes Crumbling Down+
As the twins worked on the Merry Go the next morning, it stayed quiet. It seemed haunting to Yun to the point the silence is giving her goosebumps. She wanted to say something, but her brain couldn't form a sentence. There was one point she was too concentrated on figuring out what to say that she sandpapered over her hand.
"If you want to ask something Yun then ask."
His sharp tone made her flinch. "U-uh it's nothing."
She felt his glare at the back of her head yet stayed quiet. The question she wants to ask him didn't seem appropriate at the moment.
What are you hiding from me Raiu?
Yun stopped her sanding for a moment. After she saw him cry last night, after she saw the pain in his eyes, what is she to say? It scared her because it was like looking in a mirror when he broke down before her. Part of her even felt like it was her that was crying.
"Oiiii! Blueberries! You there?!"
The navy blue haired girl looked down seeing just Luffy. "Need something?"
"Sanji made breakfast and he said I can't have any until I get you guys."
"Alright just a moment." She glanced over at her brother who's back was turned to her. "Uh R-Raiu you want some-"
"Not hungry."
"Oh okay. I'll come back."
She left her things and jumped down, landing before Luffy. She smiled a little, trying to push the gloomyness aside. Luffy was already taking off towards the bridge and back to the house. Yun took her time, kicking a rock over the wooden planks and sighed. This is just like before, when he had beaten up their old friend after he beat Yun close to unconsciousness over something stupid she had forgotten. She did pass out shortly after Raiu arrived and when she came to he was bleeding heavily from a head wound while their former friend lay there barely breathing. She later found out he had suffered a broken nose, a couple broken ribs and many fractures. Raiu spent nearly a week locked in his room and ever after he came out, it was several days before he reverted to his normal cheery self.
"Not exactly a nice-oomph!"
Yun fell back on her butt from the something she bumped into. That something turned out to be a someone and not someone she really wanted to see. That dark gaze of the swordsman pierced right through her. They just glared at each other for several moments before she stood, dusting off her sweats.
"Watch were you're going brat."
"Don't call me a brat and maybe get out of the way."
"It's your fault for running into me."
"And it's your fault for not even trying to move or warn me to stop."
Sparks were flying from their glares. Yun wasn't backing down and she could see that it was upsetting him. Finally he just scoffed and walked in the direction towards the house.
"What the hell is your problem Midori?"
That stopped him dead in his tracks, looking over his shoulder. "The fuck did you just call me?"
"Mi. Do. Ri. Midori. Midori-chan. Baka Midori."
She's really swatting at the hornets nest now. His jaw clenched as he stomped towards her and grabbing her by the jacket, pulling her close to his face. She kept her gaze so steady, not flinching when his dark eyes glared daggers. She grabbed his wrist, her fingers slightly digging into his skin.
"I don't like you."
"Nice to know because I don't like you either. I'd be more than ecstatic to see you leave this island."
"I'll be more than happy to leave here."
Yun yanked his hand away, almost snarling. "Assholes like you make me sick."
"Bratty bitches like you piss me off."
If Luffy didn't start calling for them, it could have become a fight. Zoro scoffed again and stomped off. Yun stuck her tongue out at him as he left. She really doesn't like that guy with his damn glare and his cocky as hell look. She's sure he feels the same about her, but she doesn't really care. She followed shortly after, shivering a little from the cold morning breeze. There's a least a couple more days until the log sets and they are just about finished with what repairs they can do. Then the pirates are gone. She felt happy because she isn't going to have to see that swordsman around, but also a little sad to see the others go.
"Is your brother going to be joining us?"
Yun stopped when Robin spoke and turned towards her. "He says he's not hungry right now. May I ask what you're doing wandering around?"
"You sound a little suspicious Yun-san. I was just looking around, seeing if there was anything of interest."
"There really isn't much here."
"If you look hard enough, you'll find many things no one would notice at first."
That is one person Yun isn't sure if she can trust her or not. Her expression and words may seem the same, but there's something about her that make's Yun feel a little tense. She watched the dark haired woman walk away along the bridge before heading into the loud house. Luffy was trying to steal food from everyone, result in either him being kicked by Sanji or smacked by Nami. When the blond cook noticed Yun he went from the angry, kicking guy to the wannabe knight in shinning armor.
"My lovely Yun-chan! It is good to see you on this fine morning~ Would you like coffee or tea with your breakfast?"
"Tea would be nice thank you," she said, sitting next to Nami. "Would it be too much to ask to have grilled fish for breakfast Sanji-san?"
"Of course not! It will be my pleasure to cook for such a gorgeous lady as yourself."
He danced off into the kitchen area as Yun nibbled on toast and berry jam. She and Raiu use to fight over food sometimes too. The whole kitchen and dining room would be a mess and Axely made them clean it all up.
"You're talking a lot more than when we first met Yun-san."
"Hmm? Oh me talking more. I guess you can call it a flaw. Not much of a talker around new people."
"Because of how you were treated."
"Yes I suppose."
"Here you go darling Yun-chan!"
Yun felt her stomach growl when the wonderful aroma hit her nose. Sanji placed a plate with two fillets of perfectly grilled fish with lemon pepper. She could just stare at it an awe for a moment before grabbing her fork, but stopped. Raiu still hasn't shown up. She set the fork back and took the plate, leaving the house without saying anything. She jogged over the bridge, noticing fog coming in from the ocean. That fog seemed a bit ominous to her.
When she reached the Merry Go, there was not sound of work being done. She carefully climbed up the ladder and hopped over the railing. Raiu's not on the deck. She looked in the little windows, but didn't see him. His tools were still here. Then she looked up towards the crow nest and saw him leaning against the wood, staring quietly at the sky.
"I've got some food for you if you want it."
Raiu didn't even look at her as he jumped down from the crow's nest, the ship dipping a little from his land. He looked close to his normal expression, but Yun still worried. He took one of the pieces and walked away to his tools without a word.
"Can you tell me what's on your mind Raiu?"
"You wanna know about last night." It was a statement, not a question.
"Yes I do. You're acting exactly like you did 8 years ago after... after what happened with him."
Raiu sighed. "It happened years ago so we should just forget it. Sorry for how I acted."
She wanted to know more, but stopped herself and looked down. Raiu patted her head and ruffled her hair a little before taking his tools and jumping over the railing.
"Do you think maybe you can get some things for me Yun? There's a list next to the mast. I'm gonna head back to the house for a bit."
"Yes of course. I'll go get them right away for you."
He smiled up at her and left. That smile hurt her a little. She wanted to know what he was hiding and at the same time is scared to know. She sat against the mast, eating little pieces of the fish. She looked over the list Raiu left, seeing just the basic nails and some extra planks of wood. Going into town isn't her favorite thing to do, but someone has to do it every once in awhile. She finished up the fish and left the plate in the ship's small kitchen and hopped down from the railing with the list in her pocket.
Yun stretched out her arms as she headed along the stone wall into town. There were a few kids running around that stopped playing and hid in the run down house when she passed. She ignored the uneasy stares from the adults. Part of her was hoping no one from the second or third levels would show up. She quickened her pace to the small shipyard where the close friend of Axely works and probably the only person on this island that doesn't look at the twins like they are demons.
"What are you doing here?"
And as always she's stopped by the 3 other workers at the shop's doors. She kept her gaze down and her fist clenched when they surrounded her. One of them placed a hand on her head, squeezing a little.
"Where's the other demon spawn huh? Finally got himself killed by the suits?"
She didn't answer.
"Silent treatment again? Come on now since your brother isn't here why don't we have a little fun with me and the boys."
Her nails were digging into her palms to the point of bleeding, but she stayed quiet. The guys hand went to her chin and forced her face towards his.
"I promise we'll treat you kindly."
"Leave her alone Sterren. She can kick you in the balls before you can make a move."
Sterren kept a hand on her chin for a little longer before letting out a growl and walked away with the other two. The owner of the shipyard Gareg stepped out of Yun's way as she walked in the shop without a word and started picking up what her brother needed.
"Not even a hello from you eh?"
"Hello."
"Brat. Where's your brother?"
"Raiu isn't feeling well."
"Not feeling well? That's different. Well get whatever you need and get. The suits are wondering around here. Near the bar last I heard."
"Still aren't going to let us pay you Gareg?"
The old man sat on a barrel, lighting a cigar. "I owe Axely a lot. Doesn't seem right to make his kids pay while they are doing his job."
Yun looked over at him, saying nothing. She doesn't know the whole story between Axely and Gareg. Just that they worked together for a long time. She finished up getting the items, setting them aside in a corner. There was curiosity bubbling in her stomach. She wanted to know why the suits were here, but she had a slight feeling she knew part of the answer.
"I'd be careful if I were you, brat," Gareg said, stopping her before she got through the door. "You wanna find those suits right?"
"What does it matter what I do old man?"
"You sure are different from your brother, but very much like Axely. Try not to get in trouble."
Yun nodded and jogged out of the shop and towards the lower level bar. It's far from being worthy of a suit or a Noble to feast at. There's barely anything in the place. She slowed to a walk when the loud chatter of the bar got closer. Who drinks this early in the morning? She made her way around the back, crouching down among the crates until she reached a small window. She kept herself hidden, yet close enough to here.
"Those fucking twins! There are always here interfering with our work!"
Yun recognized that voice. It was the guy from yesterday that was trying to pick a fight with the pirates.
"Calm down. Our boss has already decided what to do about the twins."
Another voice she knew, this one belonging with the second in command suit.
"Boss does? What does he plan on doing Morin sir?"
"He wants them gone. With those twins protecting the lower levels, Boss can't expand. He wants them dead."
"And what about those pirates and the other islanders?"
"Kill everyone."
I deeply apologize if it seems a bit dull
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