Fallen Skies

Zoro/sanji

All One piece Characters belong to Oda

Saga could feel his heart pounding. He couldn't even hear what Sanji was telling him until the blonde physically shook him.

"Saga, did you hear me?"

Snapping his head to face Sanji, the silver hair teen answered, "Yeah, um... What were you saying?"

"I asked, if Zoro is awake. That's why you're here, right?"

When hearing Zoro's name, Saga felt his heart drop. "Yeah..," Saga closed his eyes, trying to sound as calm as possible. "He's still asleep." Saga looked back at Sanji. "Sorry blonde, but I have to get going."

"Sure, don't let me hold you bac-"

Saga's eyes widen when he heard Sanji stop talking, the blonde's eyes starting to widen. Looking back, Saga cursed himself. Zoro had apparently woken up, most likely hearing Sanji's voice, opened the back door, and was now leaning on the car door.

Sanji's blue eyes went to Saga; he was clearly confused on what was going on. He must be thinking, why was Zoro with Saga and not in bed where he belonged. "Zoro?" Saga clenched his teeth when he heard Sanji say Zoro's name.

"Sanji?" Zoro slurred. His body leaning heavily on the door. Deciding to take action, Saga opens the car door, and hits Sanji, who was still standing there in shock.

"Saga what the hell!?" Sanji screamed, stumbling back, as he tried to nurse where the car hit his chin.

Not even stopping, Saga went behind Zoro and pulled him back by wrapping his forearm around Zoro's neck, and taking out the knife he had, he pressed it to the flesh of Zoro's neck. Zoro made a noise of protest, but all he could do was slouch against Saga.

"Saga?!" Sanji asked, confused. He didn't care about the dull pain on his chin anymore, Zoro had a knife pressed dangerously on his neck. What was Saga thinking?

"I love him!" Sanji's breath hitched when Saga opened his mouth. "I took care of him. He is mine! I own him, not you! You think you can win-" Saga chuckled. "You can't win me Sanji, I lived through hell and came back unscathed, unlike this weak-" Saga tightened his hold on Zoro's neck, earning a weak groan from him. "-Waste of space."

Sanji didn't know what to do. He didn't even know if he understood what was truly going on. One thing he did know, though, he had to save Zoro. "Zoro's not a waste of space. And if he is to you, then why do you want him so badly."

"Zoro never came back for me. He didn't care to look for me! He left me to die in that cell; all he cared about was himse-"

"That's not true."

"Zoro?" Sanji felt relief wash over his mind and body when he heard Zoro speak.

"Robin said she was going to set you free and the rest of the kids."

"Robin?" Saga's anger seemed to get worst. "The court offered you more money because they felt you were younger, and had it worse than I did!" Saga pressed the knife deeper, blood starting to form as small tear drops.

Sanji lifted his hands, "Saga…" But the silver hair teen kept talking. "What the hell do they know who had it worst?"

At that moment Robin opened the front door in a hurry haste. Her blue eyes going to Sanji, Saga and Zoro, as her hand trembled with a piece of paper in her hand. "What are you doing Saga?" Robin stopped her approach when she saw the knife on Zoro's neck. "I found the paper you left. Why are you trying to take Zoro with you? Zoro is not yours, like you claim on this paper." Robin raised the paper to eye level.

Saga turned to face Robin, giving his back to Sanji. "You found out faster than I thought you would." Saga chuckled. "I guess there is nothing more to do then."

Sanji's eyes widen when Saga started to draw more blood from Zoro, as the Marimo groaned in protest. "Saga Don't!" Robin commanded in a weary voice. Taking the opportunity, since Saga was facing Robin, knowing if he didn't do anything soon, Saga was going to kill Zoro. The blonde dashed and tried to grab onto Saga's hand.

Without warning, Saga turned to face Sanji, seeming to sense the blonde coming, and moved the blade carelessly to aim it at Sanji. However, his careless action served him wrong as he felt Zoro push against him, and give an agonizing scream. His eyes went to Zoro, who was hunched over, clutching his left eye.

"Zoro?" Saga asked, fear in his voice. Touching his back, Saga looked at Zoro to see what had happened. His eyes widen when he saw blood running down the hand Zoro had clutched over his left eye. "Zoro, I di-"

"Marimo?!" Sanji sprinted to be next to Zoro. But apparently Robin had other plans, as she too went towards Zoro.

"Sanji, you take care of Saga, I'll treat Zoro."

Understanding what she was referring to, Sanji quickened his pace and with a powerful kick sent Saga soaring through the sky. Saga body flipped a few times before landing on his back.

Robin by then had reached Zoro's side and was helping him stand so she could help treat the wound. Sanji wanted so badly to be with Zoro, but he needed to take care of Saga first. Tapping his foot on the floor, Sanji took out a cigarette and lit it. His eyes slowly went to Saga.

"Zoro is like this because of you. Those weird ideas Zoro kept coming up with, that was you, wasn't it? Filling his head with things he didn't need. You're a manipulative person. You don't love Zoro, but you can't stand to see him with me, and happy." Sanji kicked Saga's stomach, making the other man cough.

"You believe he should keep suffering like you and never get better. You're scared I will make him better..." Sanji closed his eye. "Let me tell you one thing, Saga. I will keep helping Zoro, even if you don't want me to. Zoro will live a normal life with me." Sanji made his way towards Saga's body. The silver hair teen kneeling on one knee. "Cause even if Zoro's skies fall, I will hold it for him."

Bringing his leg back, Sanji collided it with Saga's jaw, effectively knocking him unconscious. Sanji looked back when he heard the police sirens. Finishing his stick, Sanji threw it on the ground and started making his way into the building.

Sanji knocked on the door, after asking a nurse where Robin was. He was told she was in the infirmary. Sanji stepped inside. Robin was cleaning the stuff she used to help Zoro. Sanji nodded to Robin as she went to leave, allowing Zoro and Sanji to talk alone.

"Hey?" Zoro was seated on a stool, a lazy smile on his lips. Half his face was covered with bandages that were already starting to stain with a tint of red.

Sanji didn't say anything as he wrapped his arms around Zoro's head. Zoro closed his eyes as he also wrapped his arms around Sanji's waist. "Sanji, what happened to Saga?"

The blonde shook his head before answering. "The police came for him. I don't know what's going to happen… Zoro…"

Hearing his name, Zoro looked up at Sanji, who had a frown on his lips. "Lucci called and I have to leave for a good while… he already started with the preparation for the All Blue, in Northblue and will need me there." Sanji patted Zoro's head when he felt Zoro tighten his hold. "I'll be there for 7 months."

"It's ok." Sanji looked down in surprise. "I was talking to Robin and… I think I should stay here a while. To get myself straight. The… help I need. Robin said if I help myself, then I can live away from Mihawk… make my own life. But she is the only one who can decide it."

Sanji kneeled, tears in his eyes. "7 months without you seem like such a long time." His lips started to quiver. "I'm gonna miss you, Marimo."

"You'll come back for me?"

Sanji kissed Zoro.

/

"I'm sure he will be happy to know you've come back.

"You didn't tell him?"

Robin chuckled. "No, I told him to pack his stuff because he can go home today."

Sanji and Robin stepped in front of the door. "Can I count on you to take care of him?"

A small smile took Sanji's lips. "I will."

Sanji breathes in, as he took hold of the door knob and opened the door slowly. Its been so long...

Zoro was there folding some clothes, not even glancing back to see who entered his room.

"I came all the way here to be ignored, Marimo?"

Zoro stopped moving, his eyebrows creasing. His lips parted as he repeated the word Marimo. Turning around, his eyes widen. "Sanji?" Like a puppy that sees his owner step through the door, Zoro dashed towards Sanji and hugged him. Before the blonde can even say or do anything, Zoro started giving him barrages of kisses. Only making the blonde laugh.

"I almost forgot how handsome you are." Sanji said in between breaths. Reaching into his pocket, Sanji took out a small item. The blonde took a hold of Zoro's wrist and took off the bracelet he had there and tied the other one around it.

Zoro brought his hand up, looking at the engraved script. Marimo, if lost return to this address, All Blue. Zoro's eyes snapped to Sanji when he heard him speak.

"That's if you still want to come with me. Robin already signed the papers and you are free from Mihawk." Sanji passed his fingers over Zoro's scar, which ran down his left eye. "Zoro… the only thing keeping us apart is you… if you still want to be with me." Sanji meekly looked at Zoro's stunned face.

"Yes!" Zoro picked Sanji and spun him. "I'll go with you!"

/

Sanji had asked to see Saga. Apparently, from what Robin had told him, while Saga was in the orphanage they thought him to be manipulative. To do what he wanted no matter the cause. She said hopefully with enough treatment he will heal.

Sanji would never blame or hate Saga. He was just as messed up as Zoro, but people failed to see it. He was hurting. Unlike Zoro who had a family, all Saga had was Zoro. So when Sanji came, Saga must have felt rejected.

And another reason he couldn't hate Saga. He was the one to take care of Zoro in that horrid place. Saved him from the beating of those children that took out their frustration on other children. Saga was the one to hide Zoro when Sade wanted to beat him. Saga was messed up, but he was not a bad person…

"Sanji?" Saga asked. The teen was seated writing something when he heard the door open. Turning in his chair he didn't expect to see the blond of all people. A scowl took Saga features. "I know why you're here. Yes, you won. Zoro is yours while I'm stuck here to live the rest of my life alone. I don't need to hear that!"

"I know." Sanji said calmly. "I came here to tell you thank you… and wish you well, from both Zoro and myself."

Saga's eyes widen. "After all I've done?"

"It's because of all you've done that I'm thanking you. I wanted to tell you, I'm leaving with Zoro. I gave my number to Robin, whenever you want to talk to one of us… you can." Sanji turned around and made his exit.

Saga stayed staring at the blonde, who left the room. Tears starting to form in his eyes. "IM SORRY!" He cried, regretting his actions.

Sanji closed the door as he heard him scream his apology, he leaned on the door, and opened his eyes. His eyes, however landed on Mihawk, who was waiting for him.

Standing up from his chair, Mihawk approached Sanji. "I can't stop my son from leaving now, since Robin released him from my care… but I want you to know, you have my blessing."

Sanji's eyes followed the raven haired man as he headed for the exit. "Don't you think you should be telling that to your son, not me?"

/

"Open your hand, Sanji" Perona commanded. The small group was by the airport. Telling the two their farewells.

Sanji opened his hand like Perona had said. The small girl placed something small and cold in his palm. Sanji's eyes widen when he saw what it was. "Before I knew about his past, I asked him for one. And after I found out, I couldn't find the heart to give it back. I think you should keep it…" Perona said, her eyes showing how regretful she was of her younger self.

In the palm of Sanji's hand, laid the fourth earring. Sanji bit his bottom lip. Taking the girl's hand, Sanji placed it back, squeezing it tight. Perona looked at him with a confused expression. He shook his head. "Thank you Perona. I would have taken it, if I didn't see how important this is to you. But thank you."

"You blonde chicken." With smile, Perona hugged Sanji.

"Mihawk isn't coming?" Zoro asked his older sister.

Bonney shook her head.

"You know, every part of me is screaming for me to hold you and to not let go." Bonney's voice quivered as she tried to contain her emotions. "But I know you've grown up… and I can't hold you tight anymore."

Zoro hugged his sister, holding her tight as she started to cry. "Bonney, thank you, for taking care of me and Perona. You took the role of mom, and you did a great job. Thank you."

"Stop being mushy with me." Bonney scowled, freeing herself from Zoro while wiping her tears. "No matter what… I don't care what time it is, or where you are…"

They both said it together. "You call me."

"Can I have a word with, Roro- my son?"

Both Zoro and Bonney looked back to see Mihawk standing there. With a quick hug, Bonney left the two.

Mihawk didn't say anything as he wrapped his arms around his son. Zoro stiffen, Mihawk had never showed any form of affection towards him. "I'm sorry for not being there for you. I just wanted the best for you. I didn't want to give into my feelings. Because Zoro, you became part of my family. And I am proud to call you my son… I love you."

Zoro slowly hugged his father back, his body shaking because he didn't want to cry in front of all these people. But it was becoming something hard to do, as his eyes watered as he tried to blink the tears away. "I know all you wanted was the best for me. Forcing me not to drink, forcing me to go see Robin, and to take my medication. If you didn't love me, you wouldn't have cared."

Mihawk slowly released Zoro, when he heard their flight number. "Take care Zoro." The teen nodded. Looking at Sanji with a smile, Sanji held onto his hand.

"We can finally be together."

"I love you, Marimo."