Oh my god I'm sorry for the late update ;; I really wanted to update though, especially after the newest chapter oh my god the lawlu feels oAo I've also fixed some things in the previous chapters but nothing important... I've changed some punctuation marks etc. Anyways, enjoy ;;

Today is already Luffy's fifth lesson. At the same time, it also means that Law knows the boy for four weeks now. It was after the second driver's lesson when he realized that he likes the younger raven-haired more than just a student, but it isn't because of his maddening driving skills.

"Luffy-ya, check your mirrors more often," the man lectures as he changes the course of the car by turning the steering wheel on Luffy's side of the car.

Luffy grunts in respond, as he's being told the same thing for the third time this day. Fortunately, Law is patient enough to repeat it as many times as needed. There has to be a point when Luffy will obey his instructions right?

Then again...

Luffy is in fact a simple, stubborn guy, so driving turns out to be really difficult for him and paying attention is not something he does on regular basis.

"How am I supposed to drive and look at the same time?" the boy complains puzzled, unable to believe how people could simultaneously steer the wheel, check the two mirrors and lastly, anticipate to the current situation. Luffy is the type that prefers easy, straight-forward, quick-to-learn things.

"That's why we're practicing. One day driving will be simple. Even for you."

Despite all the complaints and troubles, the taller man can't help to prevent his feelings towards his student; Monkey D. Luffy, a boy who is able to attract a demanding, serious, hard-working man with only a friction of his smile.

Another thing that Trafalgar Law has noticed is how lady luck is always near the Luffy. They have encountered many trucks, tractors, buses and if it isn't for Luffy's inhumanly luck, Law isn't sure if he would still be sitting here right now. Alone without luck, it is impossible to keep up with the straw hat.

"But being stuck in a car is boring..." the childish teen whines.

And that is another thing that Law didn't understand. Despite Luffy's open and straight-forward personality, he's still full of mysteries. If he doesn't like driving, why is he still trying to learn how to drive? And no matter how hard Law tries, he can never forget the exploding front door from the first day.

The man sighs deeply. "Then why are you taking these lessons in the first place?" Law asks as he is getting a bit tired of Luffy's cries. Not that Law wants him to stop his courses. He likes his weekly company and that is all he needs to compensate for Luffy being a slow learner.

"Because grandpa was forcing me," the boy grumbles while bringing his eyebrows together, feeling displeased.

"You're the first person who doesn't feel excited about learning how to drive," Law points out. He stares at the boy for a moment and adds: "And having a driver's license can't hurt your future I suppose."

"That's what grandpa said too but I really wanted to..." Luffy's grip on the steering wheel tightens. "I wanted to sail instead!"

"Sail?" Law questions curiously.

Luffy nods. "My grandpa is a famous hero in the navy! I want to sail like him... And become a pirate!" the boy yells enthusiastically, words loud enough to surprise the older raven-haired.

Law stares silently at him, a bit dumbfounded. Becoming a pirate... Aren't those people usually bad? Bad as in stealing from citizens and murdering victims? Why does this innocent, naive Luffy wants to become a pirate? Not that Law could say anything... He isn't exactly an angel himself, having caused some ruckus in the past and all.

But still...

He likes people with interesting ambitions.

"What's the reason?"

Luffy laughs, but it ends quickly. His gaze becomes more serious, an expression that Law has never seen before. "I want to visit various places, meet new friends, but mostly... I want to have freedom!"

To gain freedom...

It is indeed, a nice and very adventurous dream, one that suits the straw hat boy. The lands are bound by the many laws, thousands of surveillance cameras and life is, he admitted, restricting as people are forced to work or learn these days. Becoming a pirate sounded ridiculous in this age and day, but seeing the teen's smile makes him think otherwise.

Living on the sea just might be the ultimate freedom.

"It's a good dream," Law compliments, returning a small smile. "I'm sure you'll succeed Luffy-ya," he adds.

The student laughs. "You think so?"

"I'm certain of it."

"I see," Luffy replies softly and slightly hides behind his straw hat. "I'm glad I've met you. Traffy's really a good guy."

The older male snorts as he is far from being a 'good guy'. "You're too trusting."

Which is the opposite of Law.

Trafalgar Law is far from trusting.

The smaller raven-haired shakes his head in a disagreement. "But I'm telling the truth!"

"And why do you think so highly of me, Luffy-ya?" Law asks, unable to hide the smug smile on his face while he leans closer towards the boy, slightly invading his privacy.

"I admit that I fail in driving... Yet you're still teaching me, unlike all those previous teachers who dumped my after one lesson!" Luffy shouts. "That's why, I want to thank you."

"Luffy-ya..." Law calls softly. He isn't surprised about the other driver instructors. Teaching Luffy how to drive is energy-consuming and if it isn't for Law's quick reflexes and unlimited patience, he might had done the same thing.

Law moves his hand towards the boy's thigh and gently squeezes it, wondering what reaction it would pull out while trying to make the touch seem casual.

"Luffy-ya, I'll make sure you'll pass your exams," the man encourages.

The boy somewhat jumps in his seat, but doesn't flinch hard enough to lose control of the wheel. Law picks up the small surprise, which unconsciously causing him to smirk.

"R-really?" the boy questions, stuttering from the earlier startle.

Law's smug smile only widensfurther before answering.

"By all means."

Yes. He would be teaching the student thoroughly.