A Million Lifetimes {Portgas D. Ace x Reader}

Letters

"My firefly,

You know it's hard for me to put all my feelings into words while writing letters, but I'll try. Not just because I need to reassure you I'm alright, but because I feel closer to you. And because even though we're apart, I want to remind you how much I love you.

I've been missing you every day. It feels weird to sleep without your warmth. I wish you could be here with me, but this is too dangerous, and it's something I have to do it myself.

Even though I'm made of fire, the nights feel cold. I also miss your kisses, hearing you laugh, or scolding me whenever I did something stupid. But I feel like I'm one step closer from finding Teach, which means that soon we'll be together again.

I also know I'll be safe, because I have the lucky charm you gave me, right?

By the way, do you remember my little brother? I found him a few days ago while I was in Alabasta. I can't believe he has his own pirate crew. They seem very nice, and apparently take care of him well. Of course, I still get worried, but I trust them. I'll tell you everything when I can.

I also told him about you, I'm sure you two would get along well. I hope that he can be at our wedding when I come back (it's not just because of the feast, I swear). He also has my vivre card, which means maybe I'll see him again soon. Luffy also told me to say "hi" to you.

I'll try to sleep now, and I hope to dream of you.

Take care, don't forget to eat, and don't do anything dangerous.

I love you,

Ace."

— See, he'll be safe. — Marco touched your shoulder, getting your attention. — Teach doesn't stand a chance.

— I hope so, pineapple. — you faked a smile. — I hope he comes back soon, or else I'll go hunt Teach myself, I swear.

— And I'll go with you if this happens. But for now, have a beer, sit with us and try to have a good time. Being around people might help a little.

— Okay, I'll be there in a couple of minutes.

You went to your shared room to put the letter, carefully folded, in the box. You sat on the floor just contemplating the memories that you kept in there. A picture of you two at a carnival when the Moby Dick docked at some island, little presents you gave each other ever since you two met.

Maybe Marco was right. He could take care of himself and defeat Blackbeard soon enough.

Trying to keep a positive mindset, you went to the deck to spend time with the others. It helped you getting a little distracted for a few minutes, but you kept wondering if Ace was ok.

It was past 2AM, you were on the deck, looking at the ocean alone, holding your blanket tight around yourself. You kept imagining your reaction when he came back. You'd hold him so tight and probably punch his arm because he got you worried for so long. Maybe you two wouldn't leave the bedroom for a day or two, or maybe you'd celebrate together, drinking and eating.

"My fire boy,

I'm so glad you saw your brother again, I'm glad he's safe, with good friends and his own pirate crew. He for sure is a strong one; he's your brother after all. Does he still wants to be Pirate King? The duel between him and pops will definitely be tough.