So here is the reception part ;) I'll edit this part a little bit after I uploaded the first part. I thought I should put a few more things into it. I know there could be probably a lot more things and aspects I could have written about. After all, there are lots of characters which are attending the wedding to write about or to have their reaction written about. So I only choose a few. So I hope you like it.
Still writing on the next bonus-part. I haven't even finished the part where I want to set the first cut... so if you have something you want to see on their journey to become parents, this probably your last chances to tell me as I like to complete the last bonus-part during this week or at least next week to work completely on 'A different journey'.
Psycho the Random Vixen: You're welcome ;)
CelinaB: Aw^^ yeah, now they are inseparable forever. Happy you liked it=)
Vampiregirl0421: You seriously shocked me with your first two sentences. Because I didn't know what to expect.
Aw, that makes me that you like the scene when Marco proposed. ^^
Now you got me blushing that this is one of the best FF you read. Maybe I just a bit self-critical there as English is not my mother language... But I'll try to keep up the good work;)
To answer your question, there will be at least two more bonus chapter dealing with something I haven't written before (mpreg). So I take my time to plan it and I am also a bit unsure how long the whole bonus part will be. At the moment I have more than five pages in my word-document and it still doesn't involve all pages of my baselines (to where I set the first split), so I don't know. It can be two or three. I guess I will tell that in the next chapter.
~Bonus 4.2 - The reception~
Thatch looked around. It was quite nice even if the bat-shit crazy grandpa from Luffy and Ace was here who hadn't hit anyone, yet. Akagami seemed to be more around his child instead of drinking.
The child was cute. It definitely came after the mother except for the hair. But the sweetest thing was when Seán gave the present from his mother and father to Luffy and Marco. With a bright smile like Makino, he told them with a very light lisp: "Congratulations uncle Luffy and Marco." And how Seán had looked up to them like they were his role models.
He could go on about how cute this child was. He was going to get sugar-high by just looking and talking about it.
Thatch shook his head. He should stop now and checked in the kitchen area if everything was alright. But the red-haired stopped.
Zoro had stood up. This meant there would be a short interesting speech. The swordsman was a man of few words if needed. So this should be interesting, especially when Nami gave Zoro a paper.
"We know that the honour of the speeches especially the first one is normally with the parents or family if they are attending the wedding. But most of us know how this will end if let Ace or Sabo talk about Luffy."
"What does that mean?"
"Your brother-complex and now be quiet."
Zoro looked at the two brothers of his captain as Nami had shouted at them. Koala even pinched Sabo's cheek a bit, which made the second division commander. This resulted in Nami hitting Ace and glaring at him.
When they were quiet, he went on: "With us, it could be the same. As we follow this captain for more than six years now with a two-year break to train, during which Luffy decided to get himself a boyfriend and keep a secret. But that is beside the point we want to talk about. We decided to tell you a bit of the life with our captain, but not everything as the most of the adventures we went through made into the papers. We decided to just pick out a moment which is special for every one of us.
For me, it is the day I met this crazy man who decided that he become the pirate king. Back then, I had the title pirate hunter, because I did it to pay my debts, and thought of him as an eyesore and wanted him to get lost. But this idiot wasn't going to leave and even broke into the marine base to get my swords to blackmail me into joining him. Provoking this axe-hand idiot by destroying the statue. Seriously, I pity Ace and Sabo a bit and wonder why they don't have grey hair, yet. But I don't regret joining him one bit and I still stay to my words back in the East Blue, Luffy."
This made most of the guest wonder but Thatch noticed how Usopp and Sanji seemed to know what Zoro meant. Luffy grinned at his swordsman and nodded. "Didn't expect anything else."
The sniper took the paper from Zoro. "I could lie and tell you the world about the moment. But that wouldn't be right. I was a scary cat most of the time and would like to run away. Especially at the beginning of the journey. That changed in Alabasta when the mole-lady and the batter-guy laughed about my captain's dream. His goal. At that point, I decided for me, that I will stop running away if people started to laugh or insult the dream of my friends. Because that was the reason Luffy took on the most fights. To protect something we hold dear", Usopp started to sob.
Sanji patted the sniper's shoulders and went on: "There are lots of moments I could tell you about. Like the time he recruited me. But there is another moment for me which solidified that I did the right decision back then on joining him and that I have some of the best Nakama I could get. I went alone to Whole Cake Island to settle things with my family, only to be forced into a marriage which would end in a bloodbath. This reckless captain of mine followed and I don't think I have ever seen him that weak like he was on Whole Cake Island. He didn't care about the consequences of saving my family just that I am coming back. Seriously, you shitty captain that was one of the craziest stunts you have pulled jumping out of the cake."
"It was fun with the mirror-Luffys and the cake", Luffy chirped while Marco looked kinda worried.
Thatch suppressed a grin. The Phoenix wouldn't let his pirate king close to danger any time soon. He pitied the person who was stupid enough to attack them anytime soon.
Also, Ace and Sabo seemed a bit fumbling. The second division commander more than the blonde revolutionary. The reason was most likely the orange-haired girlfriend who pinched Sabo's cheek again. Damn it would be the time that Ace found himself a lover, too. Maybe they should really get him a date.
In the meantime, Nami had taken over. "The moment I chose is the one when he decided to help me to save my friends and family. They went to fight for their freedom and risked dying. They were strong for several years while I struggled to get the money to pay for their freedom… A trick made the whole work worthless… I wasn't able to do anything any longer and Luffy just put his hat on me and screamed that he would help us. He did…"
Jinbe looked a bit guilty. That meant it had something to do with Arlong. So Nami was from the village Arlong had tortured. They had only heard about it later from Jinbe when the other Fishman was brought to Impel Down again.
"Monster. That was what people called me. Nowhere to go, nowhere to belong to. After my father's death, doctorine took me and taught me everything I knew. But I was still just a monster to most people. Then Luffy came along. He protected the flag of my father. He showed me a monster doesn't have to mean something bad. Also, if you praise me, it doesn't make me happy, bastard!"
Laughter could be heard. It was still fun to see this little guy cursing. Especially if Chopper did this dance of his.
"There are three times a person carrying the Will of D saved my life. Once on Ohara. The other two were in Alabasta when Luffy decided to carry me with him after his fight with Crocodile even if I want to die and Enies Lobby, where he encouraged me to live. A decision, I don't regret, because of Luffy I was able to fulfil my dream", Robin said with a simple smile. She kept it shorter than the others. But Thatch felt like this moment were just as precious as the others.
"So my turn to tell you about this super captain. The whole adventure in Enies Lobby made me respect him. Even if I hated him at first. But to see someone going so far just to save a crew member. Even declaring war against the World Government. It moved my heart. Also, the decisions that we are allowed to follow our heart like in Dressrosa when he allowed Sanji and the others to fight back against Big Mom's ship and allowed me to go wild on the fabric. This captain is just SUPER", Franky said, crying manly tears.
"I was in the Florian Triangle for fifty years. Five years of these without a shadow and fearing that I would never see Laboon again. That I failed my promise to my deceased friends. Until I met Luffy-san and the others. I think my heart would have jumped in joy back then if I still had one. Skull joke, Yohohoho. I am happy to meet a captain like Luffy and now to see him happy…" Now Brook was sobbing, too. The Straw Hats really chose some touching moments for them, if they started to cry or had teary eyes.
"If I die, take care of my little brother." The whole room got quiet. Even if Luffy's civilian friends and Law's crew didn't know for sure, every other person in this room knew when this particular sentence would have been said. "That was what Ace-san asked me to do before the war. My answer back then was, I would protect those I care and respect. I didn't know back then how much respect I would gain for this boy who would go through the hell to save his brother. A boy who didn't care what his enemies are, only what they have done. This actions helped the people on Fishman Island as much as the words of Whitebeard that Fishman Island is under his protection."
Thatch grinned when he remembered the effect of Luffy's action. On Fishman Island were hoisted two flags to protect the citizens. One was their jolly roger and the other flag showed a skull head with a straw hat. It was nice to see that protection of the island was more efficient.
The paper was back with Zoro. "So now you heard some moments or short versions of them which showed what Luffy has done for us. What made us following him until the end. So even if the protection of our captain is now with his husband. We will still follow your command, captain."
The swordsman had just ended the word captain when Luffy crashed them all in a hug. Thatch couldn't hear what he was mumbling. But it sounded like he was sobbing.
"Oi, let us go, Luffy. There is a part missing!"
The cook noticed how Sabo lifted the paper up and laughed before he read out loud: "So we will gladly do everything to assure that the happiness you found with Marco survives through anything. Also, we don't have any problems to kick your husband's ass, if your brothers aren't faster when something goes wrong between you two. But we wish you that nothing will ever tear you apart so that you can stay happy, because you deserve it. Also, we are sure Merry Go and Thousand Sunny are happy for you, too."
Aw, that was sweet. That they had included their ships. It showed how much they cared for their ship. He bet that both ships knew that they are loved.
Sabo looked at Ace and grinned: "Well, I guess we can add that we will also do everything in our power that you two stay happy together." "Even if you can be a real pain sometimes, Marco, and Luffy can be an annoying crybaby", the second division commander said which made the Phoenix hit him lightly.
Thatch laughed and he could hear other people laughing, too. Now, who would hold the speech on their side of the crew. Ace was out. The logia user had taken part on Luffy's side.
Thatch knew that most of them hadn't thought about it. Heaven forbids, if Vista did it, then it would be very cheesy. Normally, the best candidates would be Oyaji or Jozu. It made Thatch wonder if one of them had prepared something.
"Gurararara, I can tell you if I told my sons to sum up a bit about Marco or choose a moment, we won't be done in years. Even I would have trouble choosing one. After all, he is with me since the beginning of this pirate crew." So their father had thought about something and Marco kinda looked like he wanted to disappear. This made Thatch hope for some juicy details. "But I won't do anything like that. I am only going to say that you should always remember that everyone is a child of the sea and even if you decide that you won't stay on the Moby Dick or the Thousand Sunny any longer because you both want to be on your own. You both still belong to the family and if there is trouble, we will always come to help you."
"Cheers!"
Glasses were lifted and met to toast to the couple who was now next to each other again. Luffy pouting lightly because Marco took the alcohol away from him. But the black-haired young man looked quite happy to be in the blonde's arm.
"Then we proudly present the menu."
Thatch bowed slightly and the helpers brought out the food.
Sanji and he had decided on a vegetable soup with bread as a starter. Most seemed to enjoy the soup and the bread. But one guest was glaring at the bread like he wanted it to die. The surgeon of the death. Trafalgar Law.
He thought about going over and asked if everything was alright. But Sanji shook his head and just said: "He hates bread. So don't worry about it."
The main dish was a buffet. They had to make quite a selection for everyone to find something to eat. Different meat sorts. At least five different sauce and many different trimmings.
Thatch couldn't stop smiling. Everywhere he looked were happy faces. "You look like one of your pranks worked out. I hope you didn't prank anyone", Izo said, interrupting his thoughts. "No prank. I only had the shower for Marco and Luffy in my mind. The rest of reception is up to the Straw Hats. So don't worry", Thatch told him and peck the cheek of his lover.
For the dessert, the wedding cake was brought out. Thatch felt proud when he heard the praises about the cake.
So Sanji and he did make the right decisions for this one.
"I don't know if it is a tradition in other villages as well, but when we decided to plan a bit for the reception. We picked up one from my home village. The newly wedded couple has to cut out a piece of the wedding cake and share this piece without using a fork", Nami said and offered Marco a knife.
Good decision to give the Phoenix the knife instead of Luffy. The pirate king told the blonde where he should set the cuts (this would mean the whole cake for them). But Marco shook his head, kissed his husband's temples and cut out an average piece.
"Only to each other", Nami explained.
Now that would be something. It ended with both of the newly wedded couple having cake cream in their face.
Luffy giggled when the first division member pulled Marco away for a few minutes. Something about a tradition which his husband didn't seem happy about.
"Luffy."
The pirate king stopped and turned his head. Suddenly he felt nervous. His grandpa stood in front of him. Sure, he was somehow happy that Garp had come and behaved around the pirates. But he still feared the fist of his grandpa, because that hurt very much.
Suddenly he was … hugged by his grandfather?!
"I may not be happy about the path you have chosen or that you decide to wear a dress. But I am proud of the man you become, Luffy. So congratulation", Garp said. Luffy blinked. Had he heard a sob coming from his grandfather?
He didn't know how to react at first. He had never thought that he would hear these words from his grandfather.
His visions became a bit blurry as tears started to run down his cheeks and he hugged his grandfather.
"Thank you."
"Sabo, pinch me." "Only if you pinch me."
A synchronic 'Ow' made Luffy look at his brothers who both seemed shocked.
"That must be a fake. Luffy get away from the fake old geezer!", Ace said.
Luffy tilted his head. Why would grandpa be a fake if he hugged him? He would know it with his Haki if this was a fake.
The next thing that happened made him laugh. Because that was somehow predictable without Haki even for him. Both of his brothers got a taste of the first of love. "I said you should call me Ji-chan. Not old geezer." His laughter only grew when Luffy heard them complaining.
It was a funny sight. Even if the last time this happened wasn't a fun memory. Garp had chased them around the forest the last time for training. He could only hope that his grandpa wasn't in the mood for this right now.
Luffy felt two arms snaking themselves around him from behind. He didn't need to turn his head to know that it was Marco who was now hugging him. Comfortable to be in the arms of his lover, he leant against the blonde's chest and watched his grandpa scolding Ace and Sabo.
But Garp seemed finished with his brothers as he turned his attention back to them.
"Normally there is a tradition in the family that the newly wedded couple is presented with a book so that they can contain their memories in there. But it would be Dragon's job to do it and since I don't if he would follow or not, I decided against getting one. So I guess this is more a present for Luffy as for both of you. But it was the best I could find without raising any suspicion", his grandfather explained and gave him a little box.
This surprised him. He didn't expect a present from his grandpa other than a fist of love which he didn't get(, yet).
In the box was a simple gold chain with a heart locket. Why should that be more for him? This gift was confusing. It got even more confusing when Luffy opened the locket and saw the picture inside.
Three persons were on the picture. On was his father Monkey D Dragon. One was a black-haired woman who did look kinda like him and the third person was a baby treasured in the woman's arms.
"It belonged to your mother. She wanted you to have it one day. When you were young, I didn't give it to you to protect you. I thought people could find out about Dragon being your father by looking at the picture. But now…", his grandpa explained. He had a sad smile on his face.
Garp patted his head, nodded towards Marco and then went to Whitebeard for a drinking competition or eating? He didn't hear it right.
Luffy's eyes were fixed on the picture. He felt confused… how was he supposed to feel? After all, this is the first time he even saw a picture of his mother.
"Are you okay, Luffy, yoi?", he heard Marco whisper and turned his head to look at the blonde. "I'm fine… just confused", Luffy mumbled and pecked the Phoenix on the cheek. He noticed the thoughtful look in these blue eyes. Then he felt the necklace around his neck.
Surprised he looked at Marco. The blonde had a soft smile. "It is okay to feel confused. But I am thankful to those two who did probably everything to keep you safe as a baby. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to meet you, yoi", Marco said and made their foreheads touched.
So feeling thankful towards them would be enough?
A chuckle reached his ear. "Don't worry about it now, yoi." Then his lips were sealed with Marco's. Luffy closed his eyes. Content with the answer for the moment and happy to have Marco with him.
Some coughed next to them.
Sabo and Koala.
His blonde brother did have a bump on his head but hid it underneath his top hat. Koala smiled at them. In her hands were two presents. One was packed, the other not.
Luffy turned towards them, facing them fully, but stayed in Marco's arms.
"This one is from Dragon-san. He said he would pay you a visit sometime during your honeymoon if he finds the time. But we shall wish you good luck on his behalf", Koala said and gave them the present which wasn't wrapped up.
It was a dark blue book with their names in silver letters on it. Looked like his dad was following the family tradition his grandpa had mentioned.
"This is something you are allowed to work on, Marco", Luffy said with a bright grin. The blonde just pulled his cheek a bit.
"And this from Koala and me. She thought you would like it", Sabo said, after they had put the book to the other opened presents.
The box from his brother and his girlfriend contained a book about massages and other techniques to relax and a selected choice of bath and massage oils.
"I heard that you complain often that your husband works too much so maybe this is a bit of a help", Koala said with a wink.
The package made Luffy smile. He liked the present and even if Marco mumbled something that he didn't work too much. He didn't sound uninterested.
"Thank you", Luffy chirped. This would really help him, he hoped. After all, Luffy hated it when Marco was tensed and cranky. Cuddling with the blonde wasn't fun then.
Ivankov appeared then and gave them an average big box. "You better open this one later. It contains an explanation and be careful with it", the Okama said with a wink. Sabo and Marco didn't look happy about this and glared at Ivankov, while Koala seemed curious.
Luffy blinked confusedly. Ivankov's present to his birthdays weren't so bad. He had like the handcuffs to stop Marco from working.
Even if this plan included a fainting Jiru. It wasn't Luffy's fault that the man had walked in when he was asleep on top of Marco who the pirate king had chained to the bed with the handcuffs.
"Luffy, are you ready to throw the bouquet? Some sisters-in-law of you are already fighting about it", Nami said and interrupted his thoughts about Ivankov's present.
This topic change made Marco grin. Luffy nodded towards Namie but was a bit surprised at the expression of his husband. He wanted to follow Nami. But the blonde hold him back shortly and whispered something into his ear. This made him grin, too.
"I'll try", Luffy said and pecked Marco's lips, before he followed Nami.
His navigator gave him the bouquet and smiled at him. "Good luck hitting the right person with it", she mumbled and sat down at the table, where Ace was seated. "Shouldn't you be with the other?", his black-haired brother asked. "Not interested in a marriage. So I will let the other fight."
"The person who would marry Nami has to be very brave", Luffy said, before he focused. He didn't notice the glare his navigator gave him. He needed his full attention for finding this person who should get the bouquet. Luffy blended the noises out. A deep breath. Then he threw the bouquet.
There were sounds that indicate that his sisters-in-law are fighting to get the flowers, but then there was silence.
Luffy turned around to see if he had succeeded. A grin appeared on his face. The bouquet laid in Izo's lap. Perfect.
"Aw, that means another wedding will be soon", Vista said and used a handkerchief to wipe away a tear.
"Do you have a proposal in mind, Thatch?" "Yeah, Marco had got it done. Izo and you are together for a longer time than our mother-hen and the pirate king."
Thatch's face was so red that it did clash with hair and I zo was blushing. But the cross-dresser looked quite curious at the cook.
"Luffy, is it possible that you wear a garter?", Blenheim asked suddenly. "A garter?" Luffy tilted his head. What was that?
"Yeah, you wore it around your leg and on some weddings, it is tossed by the husband into the bachelors."
The pirate king blinked and then bent down to lift the skirt of his dress. But Marco stopped him. "Izo, Robin and Nami helped Luffy to get dressed. Why don't you ask them, yoi?" His blonde lover didn't sound happy. Also, his two brothers seemed a bit torn.
"Right leg around the knee", Nami said and pushed a stool next to them. "There for the easier access and less showing."
Right leg around the knee? Wait, there was this funny chain with the word luck on it. "Oh, so that's a garter. But why do you want it?"
"Because it said that the one, who caught the bouquet, and the one, who caught the garter, will be the next to get married, yoi", Marco explained quietly. The blonde then whispered into his ear: "They want Thatch to get garter, because this could be a push for him to finally get on his knees and asked Izo. So I guess I'll just throw it at him, yoi."
Luffy giggled as Marco sat him down and lifted the skirt a bit so that the Phoenix was able to get the garter. The blonde stretched it a bit before it flew directly in Thatch's face and then in the cook's hands.
"That wasn't nice, Marco." "You caught it. So congratulations, yoi."
"Izo and Thatch will finally get married. Now all that is left is a proposal."
"Marco, you ass! You probably asked Luffy to use Haki so that the bouquet fell in Izo's lap", Thatch said with a pout. "Maybe. Maybe not, yoi."
Marco grinned as the other commanders now bombed the redhaired cook with questions.
"So when these are busy, I'll have the honour to present the gift form the crew to you", Nami said and offered an envelope. Luffy blinked confused at it. That wasn't a present. But Marco had taken and opened it.
Gift certificate
A romantic dinner for two
Cooked by Sanji
Music by Brook
Served by Nami & Robin
Location: Thousand Sunny
"We promise you no interruptions if we can take of them. Zoro, Franky, Usopp, Chopper and Jinbe agreed to act as some kind of security", Namie said.
"Will there be meat?", Luffy asked. He felt Marco's arm around his waist. But didn't react to it much more. Nami laughed. "It will be there. Sanji just would like to know the date a weak ahead to plan the dinner", she added and pointed on the backside of the gift certificate.
"Thank you, yoi", Marco said and Luffy grinned. He jumped out of the blonde's reach and crushed his whole crew in another hug.
"Luffy, don't crush them. We still need Brook to play the piano", Curiel said. "Did we already agreed on a song for them?", Haruta asked. "How about we just leave it to Brook. Something sweet and lovely for the king and his bird to dance", Kingdew said with a grin.
Luffy noticed a frown on Marco's face. But this title was better than king and queen.
"Yohohoho, it will be a pleasure. For Luffy-san and Marco-can", Brook said and sat down on the stool in front of the piano. His musician didn't need long to decide for a song. Soft music filled the air. [the song I have in mind is: Bryan Adams – (Everything I do) I do it for you]
Luffy looked up to Marco and grin. The blonde looked a bit defeated. But a small smile was on his lover's lips when his husband took his hand to lead him in this dance. Looked like the dancing lessons with Nami and Robin would pay off.
"How many people did you watch to learn, yoi?", Marco asked quietly. Luffy grinned. He pecked Marco quickly on the lips before answered in a whisper: "I asked Nami and Robin for lessons. They say I am natural."
When the first song was over and Brook started to play another song, other people started to join on the dance area.
Shanks led Makino in a dance while Seán was on Benn's lap. It did look interesting to see how the red-haired pirate was able to lead with only one arm.
Thatch hadn't to deal with the others any longer and was now able to dance with Izo in peace. The question of their marriage stopped for now.
"May I cut in for a short dance with my brother?", Sabo said and bowed slightly. "Behave, yoi", Marco only told him with a kiss on the cheek and let his blonde brother take the lead. With his eyes, he followed his husband who sat down at the table with Whitebeard, Jozu and Garp.
"Focus, Luffy. Do you think you are able to also dance with Dadan? She looks like she wanted to, but don't want to ask", Sabo interrupted his thoughts.
Luffy blinked at his brother. "I don't know. Robin and Nami only taught me this part of being led in a dance. Ace can dance with her. After all, Ace was with her the longest", the pirate king chuckled at the thought of Ace dancing with Dadan.
His blonde brother only shook his head with a laugh. "He will take over dancing with you in a few seconds. I hope you like spinning", Sabo said. "It's fun", Luffy chirped and found himself face to face with his other brother in the next second.
The pirate king turned his head slightly to see Sabo bowing before Koala to ask her for a dance.
"They seem happy", Luffy whispered, when his blonde brother led his girlfriend to dance. "Yeah, he is one lucky bastard to have her. But it is good to know that both of my brothers are in good hands." The pirate king turned his head to Ace. His older brother had a sad, but happy smile on his face. This made Luffy stop and hug his big brother. "You will find someone, too. I'm sure of that, Ace. Because you are with the Sabo the best big brother", the black-haired pirate captain chirped.
He felt Ace's arms around him and heard him chuckle. "I don't think I have time for that. I have two brothers to watch after even if they are in healthy relationships", his brother said.
They just stood there for a moment. "I think, as much as I like to hug you now you like to be in some other's arms", Ace said and spun him around.
Luffy was a bit dizzy when he felt another familiar pair of arms around him. "I don't think spinning around is behaving, yoi", Marco said. "But the best way to land in your arms", Luffy told his husband with a grin.
So now he was at one of his favourites places in the world. A place he didn't leave for the rest of the reception. And to be true, he didn't even want to leave it.
Luffy giggled happily as Marco carried him. "You know for someone who said that he likes to be a boy, you really like to wear dresses for special occasions, yoi." "I only thought you would like me in a dress more than yourself", Luffy chirped and kissed Marco's cheek. "I would prefer you wearing my clothes than dressing up, yoi", the blonde mumbled while he opened the door to their rented room.
This was Whitebeard's present. A room away from the ship to get some privacy. Also, many unopened presents were brought to this room. Ace's and Sabo's idea to have them busy.
"Why do Ace and Sabo want us busy with opening presents?", Luffy asked while Marco kicked the door to close it. "Oh, they do think it would make us break the wedding tradition of making love on the wedding night, yoi." "They are stupid. I'm happy just to cuddle with Marco and get kisses. Opening presents is only an obstacle for this", Luffy mumbled as his lover put him down.
He could hear the blonde chuckling. Soft kisses were left on his temples. "We can do what you want. It is not like they can control us, yoi", Marco said and kissed his bare shoulders. The blonde's arms were around his waist while he snaked his around the Phoenix's neck. Nuzzling against the other and enjoying the fondling. "Kisses, hugs, cuddling and making love. I like being with Marco", Luffy whispered, before their lips met in a soft kiss.
Pity, that it didn't last long, because there were loud voices outside. These voices clearly hinted at a very drunk Thatch, Curiel and Kingdew.
He heard Marco sighing and pouted when the blonde separate from him. "I'll make sure that this three are thrown out. I'll hurry, yoi", the blonde promised and kissed him shortly before he left.
Luffy sighed. But he could understand. Many people didn't know how to handle the drunken Whitebeard commanders.
But… he hadn't want Marco to leave. When they were finally alone. It wasn't that he didn't enjoy everything that happened. Luffy felt that it had been a bit too much, even if their family and friends had tried to stay as simple as they could. But that didn't mean he wasn't happy about them all being there.
He looked at the presents. Maybe he should open some. Better than just sitting on the bed and wait. The dress was tricky, so he would need Marco's help to get it off.
The first present Luffy opened was from Law. It was a plushie of Marco's Phoenix form. How did his friend did get that? The bird plushie even had the Whitebeard symbol on his chest.
So that he can be always with you.
Luffy grinned about the card. He hugged the plushie and looked at the other presents. Maybe he should open Ivankov's. So Luffy could maybe use it against Marco when the blonde came back.
The present was a glass bottle with a clear light red liquid. On the label was a soother surrounded by hearts. Funny label. The liquid itself smelled strange, too. Somehow sweet, but also somehow it had an exotic scent. But it didn't seem to be a drink. There was cannula on the bottle. So it was to inject?
He looked at the paper. It said that this should be injected around his waist and also Iva-chan had written 'Have a fun night'. That sounded good. Maybe he should try before Marco comes back.
He lifted the skirt of his dress as high as possible and then poked himself with the cannula. Luffy didn't feel any changes. So he didn't stop the injection. He only stopped when the bottle was empty and a heat wave clashed over his body.
A whimper left his lips. What happened? He could hear steps, so he quickly hid the empty bottle and the present. He didn't notice that there was something written on the backside of the note.
"Sorry, that it took longer, yoi", he heard Marco saying after the blonde had entered. A moan left his lips when he heard his husband's voice.
"Marco…", Luffy whispered. His tone was whiny. His body felt like it was on fire. He watched his blonde with half-lidded eyes.
Marco sat down next to him. "Did something happened, yoi?" The Phoenix looked kinda worried at him. "I'm fine", Luffy said and pulled Marco down for a long kiss which was only the start of a wonderful night that left the pirate king and his lover breathless.
So yeah, I know some people may not like mpreg, but read this Fanfic until now. I want to thank you for your support. The next chapter will include mpreg. So if you don't like it or don't feel comfortable reading it, don't feel pressured to read it.^^
There are also some things I should say which I wanted to include in the chapter but left them out, because for reasons. Also, I owe you an explanation why Luffy was wearing a dress.
First the explanation. Like I said in the last chapter I had trouble to decided what Luffy should wear. But when I started to think about the reception scene and the bouquet, I remembered that there is also something that the husband throw. So I looked it up and the idea for the Thatch/Izo-teasing scene was born. Also, I could clearly see Luffy in front of me not knowing what they meant and would just try to lift the dress to look. So there is your explanation ;)
Things, I wanted in the chapter, but were left out:
-a little conversation between Sabo and Koala about a possible marriage. But the problem is there, I haven't thought how the whole political order would change in this years, but I still have Dragon as one of the most wanted men in the world. So... I left it out.
-speeches from a drunk Thatch and other drunk persons. It was a thought, but I left it out because they would be a bit the same. That even if Marco annoyed them with work, they still love their mother-hen of a brother.
-also the presents from everyone towards them. I only included a few I could think off (because it isn't as easy as it sounds to think about potential gifts).
So until next week when their journey of parenthood start~