One Piece Oneshots (Whumptober 2021)

Day 2 - Talking is Overrated (Caesar x Reader)

'How could someone's voice be this hypnotic?'

Caesar found himself asking this question every time heard your voice. It was soothing to his ears, making him want to melt into bliss each time heard the sound. He smiled like a fool when you spoke, and he hated it.

You were distracting him from his work. Caesar didn't want to be a snake charmed by the melody of your voice. He was supposed to be in charge here, he couldn't let a mere servant take control of him. So he devised a solution.

When you came to his lab one afternoon, with a few boxes he asked for, you began to greet him like always.

"Afternoon master, I got-" You cut off when you felt the oxygen in your lungs being taken away. You grasped your neck, choking with no air to breathe.

"Thank you, [Y/n] for bringing me those boxes that I asked for," Caesar thanked you as if everything was this normal. He had his back to you so he couldn't see you struggling.

"Master..-" you tried to say to get his attention but felt your throat grow tighter and you were struggling to stay conscious.

"Now, now, [Y/n], I don't want to hear your voice anymore."

Your eyes widened, and tears pricked your eyes. You wanted to ask him why, but you knew it'd only upset him more if you did try.

"So from now on, you will no longer talk," Caesar told you, turning towards you with a stoic face. "If you make any attempt to, you'll lose the privilege to breathe. Do I make myself clear?"

His gas figure towered over you, watching your movements carefully. You nod your head slowly, still trying to stay awake. You were refreshed by the cool air soaring into your lungs and you let out a gasp.

"Good." Caesar smiled, please with your response. He set his attention back to his chemicals, waving his hand. "You're dismissed now."

You gave him one last glance, a sad one before you stride over to the door, exiting the room and closing it behind you. Shaking your head, you prevented yourself from being brought down. Caesar just didn't want to hear your voice, no big deal. Talking is overrated anyway.

Caesar made a big mistake, making you stop talking. Sure he didn't get distracted by your voice anymore, but the silence only enhanced your actions. With no words, you picked up quickly on how to communicate using expressions and gestures. It made you adorable, and Caesar felt his heart flutter every time you smiled at him.

No matter what, he was doomed to fall for you.