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Thought I'd give you the second part for Drum Island chapters before I become really busy with life ^^ I am looking forward to your reviews because they can be very inspiring. Just drop any question or opinion but I'll usually try my best to not spoil anything :3 If there is anything you don't like, or you think I should improve, feel free to tell me! (If you like it, tell me too!)
Warning: Vulgar languages, OOC, bad grammar, maybe a little illogical, TRIGGER (depression, anxiety, panic attack, trauma, phobia, abuse etc)
The weather in Drum Island was really cold. Luckily, Dr. Hiluluk's car was equipped with a heater so it was a comfortable journey all the way to the hotel. On the way, Dr. Hiluluk talked to Law about his practice and his attempt to grow a giant sakura tree on the island. He had always thought a sakura tree can heal all kinds of diseases. He understood well that sakura tree would not fit the climate of the island very well but he was willing to dedicate his time to create a seed that can withstand the island's cold temperature. Law thought it was ridiculous but he only listened and nodded while Luffy, at the back, enjoyed the view outside.
After listening to Dr. Hiluluk, Law came up with a conclusion.
Dr. Hiluluk was a quack.
Law hated quacks and incompetent doctors but for some reason he could not bring himself to be mean to Luffy's friends or whoever that was affiliated with him so he just smiled awkwardly.
On the way to the hotel, they dropped by Dr. Hiluluk's house - a medium-sized tree house to learn about the island. They had to climb a rope to get into his house and surprisingly it was very cozy. Dr. Hiluluk told them that the whole island is safe unless they are trying to climb up to the castle on top of the hill, south of the island because there resides a group of Lapahns - wild rabbit-like creatures. He gave them a copy of the island map and a copy of route map for the sightseeing trip by the tour agency he got from his friend. The agency had been following the same route for years and Luffy planned to follow the route to recreate the event ten years ago.
After the short briefing, Dr. Hiluluk asked Law to look at his research. Dr. Hiluluk was working with some complicated chemical formulas and Law helped him correct some mistakes while he was at it. When he looked at the papers and the apparatus, he could actually figure out what Dr. Hiluluk was trying to do but he decided to let the man works on it on his own.
The man was truly lucky Law got to see his formulas before he begins the work though.
One of those incorrect formulas is going to cause a big explosion.
"Brilliant! You're truly a gifted doctor!" Dr. Hiluluk praised Law, as he looked at the young surgeon's work.
"Thanks." Law smiled, awkwardly as the eccentric doctor looked at him with an admiring look.
It was late in the evening when they arrived at the hotel which was not actually very far from Dr. Hiluluk's house. Luffy asked Law to sit while he went to get the key. A moment later, Luffy came back with a key in his hand.
"Only one key?" Law asked.
"There was only one room left here and other hotels were full! I hope you don't mind. There are two beds! Don't worry! Shi shi shi" Luffy answered with a bright smile on his face.
Sharing room.
It had been years since he had to share room and now he had to share with the hyperactive teen. He thought he could at least get some rest while they were here. Luffy noticed Law's expression and said, "Don't worry! I won't bug you!" To which, the young surgeon slowly nodded to.
As soon as they got into the room, Luffy immediately threw himself on one of the beds inside and fell asleep. Law, once again annoyed by Luffy's sleeping habit, helped tucked him in properly before he proceeded to unpack some of his stuff. As soon as he was done, he took a shower.
While Law was in the bathroom, Luffy woke up from his sleep but he was still too sleepy to do anything so he just lay on his bed, staring at the ceiling. A moment later, Law got out of the bathroom, topless and Luffy could see his body tattoos. "Law, why do you have so many tattoos?" Luffy asked, sleepily.
"Just to scare people off but in the end I got a little obsessed."
"Why do you want to scare people off?"
Law did not reply him.
"They're cool though." Luffy said, as he stared at Law's tattoos, mesmerized.
"Stop staring." Law said, starting to feel uncomfortable.
"Sorry!" Luffy quickly buried his head under the blanket in embarrassment. He did not even realize what he was doing until Law told him to stop staring. Law on the other hand, made a mental note to be fully clothed whenever he got out of the bathroom later.
It was almost time for dinner and Luffy was really hungry but he decided to take a shower before they go get some dinner. Law was reading when Luffy got out of the bathroom, topless and he could see Luffy's toned upper body. Suddenly, he felt his cheeks burning.
Shit.
He turned to face other direction so he could just focus on his book. A moment later, Luffy came up to him.
"Law, let's get some dinner!"
Law looked at Luffy. His hair was still dripping wet.
"Dry your hair properly." Law said, his brows furrowed.
"Sorry. Shi shi shi" Luffy went to get his towel and dried his hair again but it seemed like he could not do it properly.
"Seriously.." Law got up from his bed and took the towel from Luffy. Then, he helped to dry Luffy's hair properly. There was no hair dryer around so they had to use whatever they had. "There. " Law said, when he was done drying Luffy's hair.
"Thanks Law! You're the best! I love you!" Luffy said, as he turned to Law. Law just stared at him in response.
That night, after dinner, they were in their room again where Law listened to Luffy talking about his plan for tomorrow. Luffy was so excited with the possibility of Law remembering him.
"What if I don't remember?" Law asked.
"I'll find other ways no matter how long it takes! I love you. I'd do anything for you!" Luffy answered with a big bright smile.
Law looked at Luffy with a skeptical look. Then, he turned his gaze back to the ceiling and smirked. "So you'd die for me?"
Without hesitation, Luffy answered, "Yeah, I would."
Law immediately turned to Luffy in shock. "Don't be silly!"
"I am serious." Luffy said, with a serious expression and his eyes were staring right into Law's eyes.
Law was speechless.
His heart started to beat really fast.
"I am going to sleep. Night." Law said, a moment later, as he turned his back to Luffy.
"Good night Law. I love you!"
The next morning, Law got up to see Luffy not in his bed. He looked at his watch, it was only half past six in the morning so he concluded that Luffy went to the bathroom and resumed his sleep. It was half past seven when he felt someone waking him up. It was Luffy. He was not in his sleep attire and it looked like he just got back from somewhere.
"Did you go out?"
"Yeah but I am not telling you where. Shi shi shi"
Law decided to just drop the subject and proceeded to get ready for their plan. It was eight in the morning when Law finished his preparation. Luffy was going to bring Law to all the places they went together to ten years ago and Law was dressed appropriately for the cold weather while Luffy was just wearing a long sleeves shirt, vest, short jeans, and sandal. His straw hat was hanging from his neck.
"What are you wearing?" Law looked at Luffy, his eyes widened.
"This is just like what I wore ten years ago. Maybe it will help you remember! Shi shi shi"
Law let out a sigh. "Forget it. I am not going anywhere until you dress properly."
"Hey, this might help you know?" Luffy tried to persuade him but Law did not respond. Instead, he started reading a book. Law seemed to have found a good technique to counter his persistent face. "Fine." Luffy said, pouting.
Law just smirked.
A moment later, Luffy was already appropriately dressed but he was not wearing any scarf.
"Where's your scarf?"
"I don't have any. I've been wearing yours. Shi shi shi speaking of which... " Luffy removed the scarf Law was wearing and replaced it with the scarf he gave Luffy 10 years ago. "You'll wear this today. Shi shi shi"
"Fine. Wear my scarf then." Law took the scarf Luffy removed and started wrapping them around Luffy's neck.
"Thanks Law. I love you! You're the best!"
Law just stared at Luffy. Then he said, "Let's go."
They went and visited the main attractions on Drum Island, one by one, following the route on the map provided by Dr. Hiluluk. The spots were mainly historical places and beautiful ice morphology. They stopped once in a while whenever Law got interested and decided to observe longer. It was not too long until they reached the place Luffy really could not wait to get to. "This is where I first noticed you. Shi shi shi" Luffy said, as they reached a large historical statue. "I hope it's still here."
"What is?" Law asked, as he looked around. Luffy scanned the whole area looking for something until his face finally lightened up.
"Follow me! I'll show you something nice!" Luffy said, as he grabbed Law's hand and took him through the woods. Even after 10 years he still remembered the entrance to the mysterious place. They walked through some trees and Law could feel the temperature getting warmer. From afar, he could make out some colorful things.
"Here we are!" Luffy announced proudly.
Law's eyes widened the moment he saw what was in front of him. Law could not believe it. There was a flower field in Drum Island. He could see many types of butterflies flying low and there were many types of flowers as well. He looked up for information about Drum Island before their departure from Grand Line City and found that the whole island was always covered in snow. There was nothing about a flower field.
"How did you know this place?"
"You know what, you asked the same thing 10 years ago and this time the answer is still secret. Shi shi shi." Luffy answered with a cheeky grin and Law's brows furrowed. But still, Law could not hide how mesmerized he was by the sight in front of him. Somehow, he had a feeling that he had been to the flower field before. It was a very familiar feeling but he could not remember anything more. Law kept looking around the flower field in awe, until he felt his sleeve pulled by Luffy. Then he felt something slipped into the back of his ear.
A sunflower.
"W-w-what are you doing?"
Luffy looked at Law and smiled. "You look so pretty. Shi shi shi"
Law froze.
"Don't say weird things! I am not pretty!" He pulled his fur cap down in embarrassment.
"Yes you are! Shi shi shi! Hey, Law! I can reach your ear now! Shi shi shi last time I had to ask you to kneel down." Luffy said, as he tiptoed, trying to touch Law's furry cap. "Maybe I'll be taller than you soon!"
"Yeah, right." Law smirked as he lifted his hand up, trying to take the sunflower off his ear.
"What are you doing?" Luffy said as he grabbed Law's hand."Don't take it off!"
Law was annoyed but he gave up and kept the sunflower on.
They stayed for around half an hour before they walked out of the flower field and started heading somewhere with Luffy leading the way. On the way there, Luffy started commenting on Law's furry cap.
"Law, your cap is funny!"
Law looked at Luffy, his eyes narrowed and his hand held his cap defensively.
"You like fluffy things do you?"
Law lowered his cap and kept walking, ignoring his question.
Halfway to the next spot, Luffy's stomach grumbled. Law took out a bar of chocolate from his backpack and gave it to Luffy.
"Whoa, chocolate! Law, you're always so prepared!" Luffy said to Law, with his eyes sparkling. Then, he remembered something. He opened his backpack and reached inside. "Wait, look what I got! Luffy said as he took out a big bento box out of his backpack with a lot of onigiri and side dishes inside it. "Here!"
Law's eyes widened. "Where did you get this?"
"I went to Dr. Hiluluk's house early in the morning to make them! 10 years ago you brought a lot of onigiri with you so this time I brought some! Shi shi shi take it, Law!"
Oh. So that was where he went to.
Law reached for one of the onigiri and observed it. He could tell that the shape got better every time. He took a bite and his face lightened up because it tasted a lot better than before.
They sat down for a while before they continued moving. A moment later, they reached a rocky path. The rocks were a little angular so they were supposed to walk slowly to avoid falling and hurting themselves. To Law's surprise, Luffy started running on the rocky path.
"Oi, Luffy! What are you doing?! It's dangerous!"
As soon as he finished talking, Luffy fell. His knees, palms, and his jaw were wounded. He looked like he was on the verge of crying and Law immediately rushed to him.
"You're really an idiot, aren't you?" Law said, as he examined Luffy's wounds and started tending to them. As soon as he finished treating them, he noticed Luffy looking at him with a wide grin. "What?"
"Law, you're amazing. You make good onigiri and you can treat wounds too!"
Law looked at him, confused. "This is just basic aid and how do you know if I make good onigiri?"
"Ten years ago, Law! Shi shi shi"
Oh, right.
"You're kind too, you know?" Luffy added.
Kind?
Luffy must be joking.
Law furrowed his brows.
"I'm not kind." Law said, as he covered the wounds with the band aids.
"I've decided. I want to marry you!"
"I've decided! When I grow up I want to marry you!"
Another voice resounded in Law's head as soon as he heard Luffy's words. He blinked his eyes a few times, trying to check his consciousness. Then, he got back to his senses. Law's eyes widened and he pushed Luffy's face away in surprise. "Y-y-you're really crazy, you know?"
"I love you. Shi shi shi how about you?" Luffy said, as he stared right into Law's eyes. Law could feel his cheeks starting to burn. He lowered his furry cap and replied, "I don't like idiot."
"Ahhhh!"
They rested for a while until Luffy felt comfortable walking again. Then, they continued their journey. Luffy said the next place would be the last spot and Law noticed Luffy's expression changed gloomy.
"Are you okay?" Law asked.
"Yeah, I am okay. Let's go."
They walked for a while before they saw a higher ground with a house on top of it and an exposed rocky part. Even after 10 years, everything was still the same as before. Suddenly Law felt his head aching upon seeing the sight. He cupped his face and sat down, trying to cope with the pain. Luffy noticed and tried to help but Law held out a hand, stopping him from doing anything. After a moment, he felt better and proceeded to ask Luffy about the place.
"This is the last place we went to. The weather was getting worse and we were trying to climb on those rocks to get to the house up there before.." Luffy paused. His face looked guilty. "..before you got injured."
They were silent for a moment before Luffy spoke again. "I think this is it. Let's go back."
Law looked at the exposed rocky part and said, "Shouldn't we try climbing-"
"NO!" Law was shocked by Luffy's tone. He immediately turned to look at Luffy who looked extremely upset. "DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT IT!"
"Okay. I won't climb up. Why are you so upset?"
"Because the last time we climbed those you almost died!" Tears started to fall from his eyes. It was the first time Law ever saw Luffy crying and he could feel his heart broke a little inside. "It w- was all m- my fault. I-" Before Luffy could finish his words, Law pulled him into his arms.
"Shh.." He ran his hand over Luffy's back, trying to soothe him. "Crying doesn't suit you."
"I wish I- I.. W- was the one injured instead. T-too m-much blo- blood.." Luffy said, sobbing. To which Law replied, "Don't be silly." Law patted and rubbed Luffy's back, trying to calm him. He kept hugging Luffy until the teen finally starting to calm down. "Let's go back."
Luffy slowly looked up at Law, his eyes still teary, and slowly nodded. Law smiled and placed his hand on Luffy's head in response. Then he put his hand on Luffy's shoulder, guiding him away from the place.
On their way back, Law noticed a small body buried under the snow. He walked over to check and discovered a baby Lapahn, still alive but it was very weak and its leg was injured. They were surprised because the area was in the north so there should not be any Lapahn there. Luffy insisted they treat the baby Lapahn's injury while Law contemplated walking away before they see another Lapahn but for some reason he did not really have the heart to leave the tiny thing untreated.
"He is cute! I wonder where his parents are." Luffy said, as he looked at the tiny baby Lapahn. Law just finished treating it and they had no clue what to do with it.
Suddenly, they were both overshadowed by something big. Law and Luffy slowly looked at each other. Then, they heard a grunt. They slowly turned their heads back to see a big Lapahn behind them, just few inches taller than Law with a buff build. It was very close and its hand aimed for Law who was holding the baby Lapahn. Luckily, his reflex was fast enough. He managed to jump out from the spot, one hand grabbing Luffy and another hand holding the baby Lapahn. The ground he was standing on earlier shattered.
Law immediately told Luffy to escape while he distract the big Lapahn. He suspected that the Lapahn thought they were harming its child. However, Luffy refused to leave Law alone. "Just go! Don't be stubborn!"
"No. I won't leave you alone!" Luffy replied.
While they were busy arguing, another strike came. This time, Luffy was the one saving Law.
"Luffy, as long as this thing is here with us it will attack us! Just let it chase me! I will think of a way to escape!" Law said, as he and Luffy ran from the big Lapahn. Luckily the snow on the area was not so thick, making it easier for them to run faster.
"Then give it to me!" Luffy snatched the baby Lapahn from Law and ran to another direction, away from Law. "You go! Run!"
"Oi, stop! Don't be silly!" Law quickly went after Luffy.
Despite its big body, the Lapahn was very agile. It managed to catch up to Luffy's speed. Law was fast too but still, he was left a little far behind. The Lapahn chased Luffy until they reached a cliff. He looked down and saw how high the cliff was, with rocky surface below.
Dead end.
Luffy was cornered. He could not go anywhere else. The Lapahn approached Luffy slowly and its hand moved again, going to deal another blow. Luffy hugged the baby Lapahn tightly and closed his eyes.
Law watched as the Lapahn lifted its hand. He was almost there but it was not close enough to stop the Lapahn. His eyes widened in fear.
No. No. No. Please don't.
"LUFFFFYYYYY!"
"Aaaaaee.." Suddenly they could hear a loud, high-pitched sound.
The big Lapahn stopped moving. Its fist hanging mid air.
"Aaaaaee.."
Luffy opened his eyes slowly. It was the baby Lapahn.
Luffy slowly held out the baby Lapahn, showing it to the big Lapahn and it slowly took its offspring from Luffy. It looked at the baby for a moment and then turned its gaze to Luffy and Law, who was now standing next to Luffy, as though it was apologizing before making its way out of there.
"Whew!" Luffy wiped the sweat off his forehead as he slowly sat on the ground. "That was close."
Then, he noticed Law was standing in front of him, trembling. His expression was angry. Luffy swallowed his saliva in fear. "You idiot..." Law said with a shaky voice.
Luffy was about to protest when he felt Law's hands pulling him into a tight embrace. " That was close! I was scared! Damn!" Luffy could feel his shoulder wet. He could feel Law's heart beating fast and the older man was trembling.
"Law?" Luffy was surprised but he slowly wrapped his hands around Law. "I am sorry."
The hug lasted for what seemed like an eternity for Luffy.
It took a while before Law finally stopped trembling and released his hands from Luffy. Then, he lifted both his hands, cupping Luffy's face.
"Law?" Luffy looked at Law who was staring right into his eyes. He could see traces of tears on Law's face.
"IDIOT!" Law flicked his finger on Luffy's forehead, making the teen shriek in pain. "IDIOT, IDIOT, IDIOT, IDIOT!"
Those were five fierce, consecutive attacks.
"Ouch, ouch, ouch, ouch, ouch!" Luffy touched his forehead with both hands, tears started welling in his eyes. "What was that for?!"
"FOR BEING AN IDIOT!" Law said as he stood up. "If you do that again I am going to cut all ties with you!"
Cutting all ties?
Luffy shivered to that thought.
He quickly got up and hugged Law from behind. "I am sorry Law. I am really, really sorry. Don't cut ties with me!" He kept pleading but Law did not respond. They were silent all the way back to the hotel.
As soon as they reached the hotel room, Law took his stuff and headed to the bathroom. Luffy tried to talk to him again but he shut the bathroom door to Luffy's face.
Law stood under the shower, letting the water washed away all his fatigue as he cupped his face with both hands.
It really had been a long day.
It was unfortunate they had to stumble upon a Lapahn. It was scary.
Damn scary.
He wondered how he would feel if Luffy...
He could not. He did not want to imagine it.
As soon as he got out of the bathroom, Luffy jumped at him, apologizing again. "Hey, you're all sweaty! Get off me!" Law said, as he struggled to push Luffy away from him.
"Please, please, please forgive me. I'll do whatever it takes to stop being an idiot. I'll get a brain surgery, eat a lot of fish eyes, or shave my head bald. Please stop being mad at me!"
Law smiled a little, unconsciously.
What with those weird ideas?
Then he noticed Luffy staring at him. "You smiled!"
Law's eyes widened in realization and he pushed Luffy's head away. "Idiot!"
"Law, I am sorry! I promise I won't be reckless again. Please, forgive me?" Luffy looked at Law with teary, doe eyes.
Law looked at the teen in front of him and let out a sigh. "Fine. Now go and take a shower. You smell really bad."
"Yay, you're the best! I love you!" Luffy said, as he gave Law a smile that could rival a sun.
That night, they were both on their own beds, looking at the ceiling. It had been a long day and both of them were really tired. Earlier, they told Dr. Hiluluk about the Lapahn and he was extremely shocked. Dr. Hiluluk apologized to both of them and he made sure to tell the island community about it later . He was really glad both of them were not injured.
"Luffy, I'm sorry. This place seems familiar. I had a feeling that I've been here before but I can't recall anything else." Law spoke, breaking the silence. He was disappointed.
"It's okay. I'll find other ways. Shi shi shi"
Then, they were silent again for a moment before Law said something again.
"Luffy, do you want to work for me again?"
"You want me to work for you again?" Luffy got up from his bed with a surprised expression.
"Yeah. This time we don't need the long ass contract."
"I don't care if you want to sign a contract. I just want to be close to you. Shi shi shi"
That left Law speechless.
"Fine then. What do you say?"
"I'll do it! Shi shi shi Law, I love you. You're the best!"
Law just remained silent and a moment later he could hear Luffy sleep talking. He slowly got up from his bed and tucked the teen properly. Then, he looked at the young teen's sleeping face, ran a finger on his cheek, slowly caressing it, and smiled.