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W/N: Thank you very much for your reviews, favorites, follows and views (this includes the anonymous guests of course!) They seriously keep me going! If there is anything you don't like, or you think I should improve, feel free to tell me! I am sorry if you think it is too draggy. I just love writing them being fluffy :3
Warning: Vulgar languages, OOC, bad grammar, maybe a little illogical, TRIGGER (depression, anxiety, panic attack, trauma, phobia etc)
"Luffy, aren't you tired?"
"No I'm not!"
"You just got back from sports training right?"
"Yeah, but I am strong!"
"Don't be silly. Take a break."
"Can't!"
"Then I'll grant you the day off."
"Eh?"
"I'm still your employer, after all. Now you can go back and rest."
"Thanks boss. Then I'll use the day off to take care of you."
"Seriously.."
Luffy just finished his sports training and he immediately headed to Law's apartment to check on Law. Law's condition seemed better but as usual Luffy could not stop worrying. He always felt like Law had not been taking care of himself.
That night, he sat next to Law on his bed. He thought he would keep him company while doing his revision. In the end, he fell asleep while reading his book. Law woke up in the middle of the night only to see Luffy sleeping in an uncomfortable position but he did not have enough energy to carry Luffy to the guest room.
"Luffy, wake up."
"Mmm.. Meat.."
"Sleep talking again. Hey Luffy wake up."
"Mmm..."
"Hey go sleep in the guest room."
In his sleepy state, Luffy unconsciously pulled Law's blanket over him and positioned himself next to Law.
"Luffy you'll get fever from me.." Law tried to wake Luffy up but Luffy did not budge. In the end, Law fell asleep from the drowsiness.
The next day, Luffy woke up in the morning feeling like he was hugging someone. He opened his eyes slowly and he was surprised to see Law, probably just 5 cm away from him.
He was hugging Law.
He quickly got up from Law's bed in panic. He took in deep breath, trying to calm himself down. Luckily Law was still asleep or it would probably be awkward. Then he remembered what he failed to do the day before.
Kissing Law.
Should he do it?
He was still contemplating when he heard Law calling his name in a weak voice.
"Luffy.. You look depressed again."
"Oh, it's nothing. Good morning Law." Luffy said and laughed awkwardly trying to hide how frustrated he was.
"Morning. Come over here."
Luffy walked back to Law's bed and sat next to Law. As soon as Luffy sat down, Law took the digital thermometer from the bedside table and took Luffy's temperature.
"Good thing you did not get the fever from me."
"I told you I am strong!"
"Maybe it's because you're an idiot."
"Hey!" Luffy's protest earned a smirk from Law. Then he felt Law's forehead. It was not as hot as the day before but Law was clearly still sick. "You're still sick. Just take the day off again today okay? Don't be such a workaholic."
"If I don't go to work I'll go back to being depressed.." Law mumbled to himself.
"Huh, did you say something?"
"Nothing. Just go get ready." Law smiled to Luffy and ruffled his hair.
That day, Luffy repeated what he did the day before - checking him during lunch time and keeping him company at night. Law's condition got better in the evening so he told Luffy he did not need to keep him company longer like last night. He did not want to risk Luffy getting the fever so Luffy went and slept in the guest room. Law was healthy again the next day.
It was the week before the sports festival. Law gave him a week off for the sports festival and Luffy wanted to ask Law to come so he sent Law a text.
"Hey Law, you know our sports festival starts next week right? Will you come and see me? It will be held at the outdoor stadium! If you have the time, come and support me!"
Law just stared at the text.
Sports festival. Sports festival means there will be a lot of people.
Law wanted to go and see Luffy but he hated being in places with a lot of people. Plus, he had a lot of works to do in the hospital. In the end he told Luffy about his workloads and he would go if he has the time. Luffy was a little disappointed but he understood the older man's busy schedule well.
Luffy pouted and placed his head on the cafe table in frustration. Nami was walking into the cafe when he saw Luffy looking depressed. "Hey Luffy!" Luffy heard Nami calling his name and he waved at her, before asking her to sit together.
"Why do you look so depressed?" Nami asked him as soon as she sat next to Luffy. Luffy told her that it was nothing but somehow Nami managed to figure it out. For the past 2 months since they became friends, the only thing managed to make the energetic and optimistic Luffy depressed was a guy named Trafalgar Law. Luffy did not realize it but he always mentioned Law whenever he hung out with his friends.
"It's Law isn't it?" Nami flashed her cheeky grin and poked Luffy's cheek. Luffy's eyes widened in surprise that Nami saw through him. He quickly denied it and told her he was just tired. Little did he knows, his face was already as red as a tomato.
Law was at his work desk, arranging all the files neatly into a pile. Law finally finished all the workloads he was assigned with. The past 2 weeks had been tiring. He slept and ate less than usual. He leaned on his chair trying to relax and then he remembered about the sports festival. It was the last day of the festival. Law looked at his watch and figured he would probably make it if he leaves now. He quickly arranged to have his half day off, grabbed his stuff and headed to his car.
As soon as he arrived at the outdoor stadium area, he immediately looked for Luffy. To his horror, the stadium area was filled with a lot of people and aside from the noise, the surprisingly hot weather was also very disturbing. He contemplated leaving but he told himself he had to be strong. Since he was already there he should at least go and give Luffy some encouragement. Luckily it did not take long for him to find Luffy thanks to the straw hat he was wearing.
Luffy did not see Law around for the past 6 days and he was a little disappointed. He did not want to disturb Law too much because he knew the older man had been busy with his works at the hospital. Luffy was sitting under the tree when he heard a familiar voice calling his name.
"Luffy."
He turned to see who it was and to his surprise, Law was standing behind him, still in his work attire and he looked terrible. He looked like he had not slept for a while and he looked like he lost some weight. Even so, Luffy noticed the girls and some of the boys would not stop looking at Law. If Law noticed, he certainly had mastered the skill to ignore them. Luffy had to admit even in that condition Law still looked really hot.
"You came! Hey, you don't look too good!" Luffy was so happy to see Law but he could not help but worry when he saw Law's condition.
"I've been busy." Law answered shortly but Luffy knew he had not been eating and sleeping well.
Did you take the day off?"
"Half day off. " Law looked at Luffy. Luffy was wearing the sport shoes and the tracksuit pants he bought. Suddenly he regretted his color choice.
Too much red.
"For me?" Luffy asked Law in excited tone and it was answered by Law with a smirk. Luffy thought it was amazing how Law managed to find him among the sea of people so he asked Law how did he manage to spot him.
"I saw your straw hat."
"You remember my straw hat? Shi shi shi my event is after the next event!100 m sprint final!"
"Final? You're that fast?"
"Yeah! Of course! I won all other events I participated in. Now only one event left. Shi shi shi"
Law just looked at Luffy and suddenly he felt like he had seen the straw hat Luffy was wearing somewhere before. He tried to recall the details but he could not. Luffy noticed the change in Law's expression and asked him what was wrong. Law told him he was okay but Luffy was still doubtful.
Before Luffy could ask more, the MC announced for the next event's participants to get ready. Which, was the cue for Luffy to start warming up.
"Hey I gotta go warm up. See you later?"
"Yeah." Law said with a nod.
"By the way.. " Luffy took his straw hat and placed it on Law's head. "It's kind of hot here is it? Take care of the hat for me."
"Err.. Okay.." Law held the straw hat, confirming that he would take care of the straw hat but before Luffy left, he called out to Luffy once again.
"Yeah?" Luffy turned his attention to Law again.
"Run fast." Said Law, awkwardly.
It took Luffy a while before he understood what Law was trying to convey. "You mean, do your best?"
"Uh, maybe?" Law pulled the straw hat down a little, covering his eyes. Law was not used to encouraging people and Luffy thought it was funny and sort of, cute.
"Thanks. You're the best!" He flashed his wide grin and left.
[Flashback]
"Law, your hat is funny!"
"Don't say that. I like this hat." Law answered while holding his hat defensively.
"You like fluffy things do you?"
"How about you? What's with that straw hat? Isn't it cold here?" Law stared at the younger boy.
Straw hat, long sleeves shirt, vest, short jeans, and sandal. What an attire for a winter island.
"I am not cold! I am strong! Shanks gave this straw hat to me! This is my precious possession. Shi shi shi" Luffy answered with his wide bright grin.
"Your parents don't even care to dress you properly?" Law questioned in disbelief.
"I don't have parents!"
"Then who did you come with?"
"I came with Makino and Shanks! I told them I want to wear this outfit because I'm strong!"
Law just stared at Luffy. Law was not sure if the boy was an idiot but that smile he wore was always as bright as the sun.
"With smile as warm as that you probably won't feel cold." Law mumbled under his scarf.
"Did you say something?" Luffy looked at the older boy with a questioning look.
"Nothing."
All of the teams were just finished with the parading and there were all assembled in the middle of the field for the closing ceremony.
"And the Best Male Athlete goes to... Monkey D. Luffy!"
Luffy got up to the podium and received his trophy with a wide grin. Law could see him from where he stood and he was happy for the boy. As soon as Luffy got off the podium, his team mates circled around him, pulling him into photography session. Right after the photography session ended he immediately looked for Law. Then, he found Law standing not far away from the track.
"Law, look I won!" He held up the trophy and his medals so Law can see them clearly.
"Cong-" Before Law could finish his words, Luffy jumped and hugged him. The momentum from Luffy caused Law to lost balance and both of them fell to the ground.
"Oi Luffy.." Law protested and Luffy just laughed. Then he realized the position they were in and what he had done. He quickly got up and pulled Law with him.
"Sorry I got carried away! I was just too happy!" Luffy apologized to Law while the older man dusted his outfit.
"It's okay. Wanna go grab dinner?" Law asked while placing the straw hat back on Luffy's head. It was almost 6 PM and he figured the younger boy in front of him was already tired and hungry from the event.
"I promised my friends to have dinner with them! Would you come along? I want to feed you! You look terrible!"
Law hesitated with his answer. It was true that Law had started to open up to Luffy but he still did not like to be among people. Luffy understood it well and he promised Law his friends would not bug him. Law thought for a little while more and agreed. "Okay then."
It was almost 7 PM when they reached the grilled meat restaurant. Zoro, Nami, Usopp and Chopper came with Sanji while Luffy came with Law. Luffy sat next to Law as usual and next to Law was Chopper. As expected, Law and Chopper connected well because of their interest in medical field. Somehow Luffy got a little jealous looking at them. As soon as the food reached the table, Luffy immediately filled his plate with the meat. It was a usual sight if you were eating with Luffy but to his friends' surprise, Luffy placed the plate of meat in front of Law.
Luffy's friends went silent for a while as they stared at Luffy and Law. The only voices could be heard were Luffy's and Law's, arguing about the amount of meat.
"Law, eat up!"
"This is too much."
"You have to eat at least one quarter of it!"
"This is like portion for ten people."
"You missed a lot of meals right? You need to make up for that!"
However, it was not too long until Nami interrupted them. "Oh, isn't that cute? Luffy, you're like a super caring boyfriend." Her expression was cheeky.
"W-what are you talking about?" Luffy's face turned red, his voice shaky.
"Nami-swan is right! Luffy you really look like super caring boyfriend." Sanji added, supporting Nami.
"Luffy, your face is red." Zoro commented while laughing.
"No it's not!" Luffy tried to deny.
"Luffy, I have a mirror." Usopp said while searching his bag.
"Luffy, are you Dr. Trafalgar's boyfriend?" Chopper asked Luffy with sparkling eyes.
"Luffy, is it true you're being super caring?" Asked Law, while looking at Luffy.
"You guys, shut up! Wait, Law! Why are you joining them? Let's just eat!" Luffy protested with both his fists up, his face turned redder.
"Just kidding." Law smiled faintly while ruffling Luffy's hair. Luffy pouted but not long after that he smiled again. He liked the way Law ruffled his hair.
Everyone started eating and chatting again and as usual Law only responded when he needed to.
It was still early when everyone decided to go home. Everyone thanked Law for the treat and they all said good bye at the car park. As usual, Law just nodded and waved at everyone. Luffy waited until everyone left and said his good bye to Law.
"Good night Law! Thanks for the food! You're the best! See you soon!" Luffy waved at Law excitedly as usual as he walked backward heading to the bus stop.
"Where are you going?" Law asked Luffy with a stoic face.
"The bus stop is that way." Luffy answered while pointing to the location of the bus stop.
"I'll drive you home."
"Eh?"
"It's not too far right? Get in my car."
"A-a-a" Luffy was so excited he started to stutter.
"Are you okay? You stutter a lot lately. I'll give you a medical check up"
"N-n-no! I am fine. Let.. Let's go!" Luffy immediately went to the passenger side, leaving Law confused.
It took them around 15 minutes to reach Luffy's apartment complex. It was a five-storey building located next to an array of shops and behind the building were some terrace houses. The area was really lively and there were a lot of hawkers selling food nearby. It was located very near to the bus stop making it very convenient.
Law stopped his car in one of the parking lots near the building and Luffy asked him if he wants to stop by. Law thought for a while and he decided to follow Luffy. He turned off the engine, locked his car and followed Luffy to his apartment. The apartment complex had a very clean environment and it was very quiet. Luffy's unit was located at the third storey of the building and as soon as they reached the door Luffy suddenly had the urge to go to the toilet. He quickly unlocked the door, switched on the lights and asked Law to make himself at home before storming to the toilet.
Law stood in front of the door, observing Luffy's apartment. Despite not having so much furniture, his apartment was a little messy and Law found it a little ironic since Luffy was working as a cleaner. He decided to sit on one of the couches and wait for Luffy to come out. Then something caught his attention.
Luffy was just done with his business and was washing his hands when he recalled that he slept with Law's scarf on the couch the night before and it was still there. He panicked and rushed out of the toilet but it was already too late. Law was already holding the scarf.