|Paulo the Sparrow|
"Luffy, please stop eating those grapes. The Mayor will get mad when he sees you…" I took the untouched grapes that we just had harvested today. Since I know the best that I can't return what has already swallowed, I took what I was able to save and inserted them inside of the bubble so that he won't be able to steal some when it is in air.
"You too Red Hair, stop drinking the fermented wine. If the Mayor notices that it decreased, you're on your own…" he stop drinking at the barrel filled of wine and looked at me in circular eyes of surprise. He looked at me and gulped down the alcoholic liquid he supposedly stealthily sip on. Too bad, I'm not an idiot.
"Is this your definition of sneaking? Have shame! You look like a creep trying to peep on a women's washroom." whistling like he never did anything wrong, I sighed and then made a bubble with the size that was enough to carry the barrel and summoned the same for the other barrels as well.
"Hmph..! Having a convenient devil fruit…" I smirked and then let the small bubbles gather around him for entertainment. Seeing that Luffy had already finished eating his food. I turned my back and started walking towards the town forgetting the fact that I had just casted a spell to trouble the red headed pirate.
"Nee, Chaos. Don't you think pirates are cool?" what's with this random question?
"Hmmm, nothing much amazes me at the moment. But being free on roaming around the wide seas… isn't it nice? I heard there are some parts of the sea that is undiscovered and frightening. Yet, even though they know the risks, they chose to take it as a challenge and sail towards the danger they always call romance." Remembering the story of my father back then, about him and his friend joining a very troublesome pirate crew and set sail for five years. But he eventually stopped because he had some more important things to give attention to… which is my mother, Monkey D. Horizon.
"What a crazy bloodline we have." Luffy was confused of what I just said. It's true… in my age of infancy, my mother and father are actually very contrasting. They aren't what you expect to have a long relationship. But they, without a doubt, gave me the love that a mother and father would.
"Hey Luffy, I have a new magic to show you…" his eyes sparkled with excitement "… but it isn't as impressive as all the other magic I have. This magic is called Sentinel, meaning guard or keeper." Unlike all the bubbles I make, a single green colored bubble slowly produced itself on my left palm with the help of the water and wind sprites circulating around it.
"… and, this spell exists only for one sole purpose…" the bubble floated towards him and then floated around him like a little butterfly finding a fragrant flower "… it is to watch over its master. It also serves as a vessel of communication. If ever I am away, just talk to the bubble and your words will be directly sent to me." He took hold of the bubble which he held very gently thinking that it might pop if wrongly handled. I chuckled from his cheerful sight and then curved a smile on my face.
"That's awesome! Can you give me one too?" my smile turn into a frown as the red head who had bubbles stuck on his head suddenly appeared next to me seemingly enjoying the show I made earlier.
"No..! Like I will make one for an old fox like you!" the pirate whimpered and looked down like a dejected puppy. I huffed and tugged at his coat telling him to bend down at me which he complied. I took the bubbled off of his head one by one and making it all fly.
"Geez, what a child of a man you are. Can't you even tend yourself? Or pirates really have a low hygiene?" it must be ridiculous seeing a pirate getting scolded by a child, even the villagers who passed by let out a snicker or even crack up a smile. It must be warming to see a child caring for old people I guess.
"You talk like an old man…" oh but I am. I snorted then patted his head that felt a little moist from all the bubbles.
"There, at least you look less stupid. Now let's go— Hey..!" I clung to my dear life fearing of getting myself an injury when I fall. The man just suddenly carried me up to his shoulders with that ever annoying grin on his face.
"Now look at you! Looking like a fresh little rose." I smacked at his head and looked away. It's obvious that I am not used to this at all.
"Shut up! Let me down you old man!" he only laughed and started walking with me grabbing tightly at his red hair.
"Oh! Beeeeennyyyyy..! Where have you been?!" yes, good timing! Go get your Manwife and annoy him instead!
"O-oh! Now let me down and go to your Benny…" to my utter terror, the man didn't place me down and ran to where his friend was.
"Beeeennyyyyy~! Where did you gooooo~?" before you go lovey dovey at each other will you please let me down first?!
"Shanks, I think it would be better if you put down the boy before he barfs on your head." finally someone sane arrived.
"Just get me off this crazy idiot already…" I choked and was taken by Benn. Before he could place me down, I heard chirping next to me and saw a single chick in a nest on his arm. Noticing my interest on the small being, he slowly elevated his arm for me to reach the nest which I gratefully took off him.
"This is… a sparrow…" a smile cracked on my lips as the baby sparrow stopped chirping when it sensed my presence.
"Yassop accidentally shot his mother so we had to bury it and take her baby." I snorted and then took the little bird from the nest and cuddled it carefully to my chest. It snuggled against me which made me chuckle.
"… It seems that you fools won't have to worry about taking care of it… Be thankful, I took a big load of worry out of you." He nodded in thanks and then held me with both of his arms.
"Awww, why do you like Benn carrying you and not me?!" I huffed and then rolled my eyes away.
"Well, if you were not crazy enough to move around without thinking that I might fall, I might've enjoyed it. Okay, now put me down while I'll look for something to feed the little one." Benn did so which I hummed thankfully. When my feet touched the ground, Luffy went next to me and looked at the chick with sparkling eyes.
"What will you call him Chaos?" his question made me get deep thoughts. I wondered what name will I gave to this little one. Maximus? Vladius? Aeraqnae? I wonder…
"Paulo… His name is Paulo…" the name will really wreck my soul, but still… isn't this little one a bit similar to my companion back in my days?
"Woooooh..! That sound cool! Yosh, let's take care of Paulo and let him grow as big as a mountain!" both pirates laughed being ridiculed at his statement. Well, I can't blame them, since a normal sparrow can't even grow as big as a whole hand— no, not even a single normal bird can grow as big as a mountain.
"No Luffy, Paulo can't grow that big. But it is possible for us to raise him as big as a dog." I gave him an assuring smile which he replied with a wider one. Without anything more to do, we went back to the bar with me lining up the grapes and barrels of wine.
"These are all that are, Makino~san, Mayor~san. Is there anything more you need?" Makino nodded and lent me a den den mushi which I looked at in confusion.
"Garp~san called earlier and said to call back if you are here." I nodded and then dialed the little snail trying to contact the old man. Finally, the old man picked up greeting me with loud hello and speaking his name proudly.
"Garp~jiji, you called? Could it be that you have trouble with your work?" the pirates stiffened confirming that the person who was currently on the line is the real marine.
"Ahhh, Chaos..! I'm in a little pinch but I will try to get off. Anyway remember not to get near to any Marines at all cost! It's a chaos here!" wow, nice pun Old man. I sighed and then looked at the pirate crew who remained really silent at the moment.
"Nee, Garp~gigi… I think you should stay at your work for awhile. If you keep visiting me, people will get suspicious eh? And besides, I can take care of myself perfectly fine. So don't skip work and be safe. Bye!" I ended the call without letting the old man speak and then faced the red haired captain with both arms crossed together and the little chick clawing towards my shoulder.
"There, you don't have to worry about anyone. I'll shoo him off if needed so you don't have to panic. Don't misunderstand me, these are all for Luffy. He's enjoying your company so I beg of you please don't go." With that, I ran through them without listening to their calls and went to the clinic. I closed the door shut, jumped to the nearest bed and then hid my face in the pillow.
I don't know why, but I feel embarrassed and selfish. I didn't want them to leave, I was actually enjoying my time with them… which I will never admit. So much for acting like I dislike it…
My thoughts were interrupted by the chirping of Paulo. He must've been worried.
"I'm sorry Paulo, did I worry you?" I took off the pipe off my mouth and then pecked the little head of the baby bird. He kept on chirping and chirping until he got tired and closed his eyes to take his rest.
"… Paulo… eh? Don't worry… the Little you will be a great one. Trust me, I gave you that name." a few moments later I fell asleep with him on my chest.
|TO BE CONTINUED…|
Hey hey hey~~! Megane~kun is here to update! Thank you for reviewing to my story and would like to tell that the anime and this story will be a little different and will have to make other OP characters a little OOC. But i hope you don't might and thank you!
Immachi: Magico? Yep, i read the manga (just last night LOL)! I like the art and story so i got hooked up and started getting eyebags from staying late at night just to read xD Well, sadly, i just didn't have a name for the place so Magico was a really random name to make. Sorry xD
imacchi11229: Thanks! Well, it will take a little longer for them to meet since i'm still planning to reveal parts of Chaos' magic and little of his past. Also, i would like to confess that i am a fan of vocaloid so please don't mind me xD
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