More than a prostitute (Zosan)

Chapter 6

A month had passed, and Zoro didn't have any news from the blond. At first, Zoro was searching for the man when he was waiting for his next customer. He always looked into the entrance, waiting to see some golden hair, but it wasn't the person he hoped to see. He wasn't disappointed. He didn't really care. It was a lot of money he could gain, but he didn't like the man. So, after a few days, Zoro never expected to see the blond again.

In the meantime, everyone in the bar was talking about just one thing: the takeover. It had never been made official, but someone had seen the boss with a tall blond man exchanging a handshake and a cheque. Moreover, this afternoon they have a meeting of all the workers with the owner. Everyone knew he was going to make the announcement official.

Zoro was walking his way to the bar to find Brook like always. Due to the announcement, the establishment was closed during this afternoon, resulting in a limited number of customers. Which wasn't to displease Zoro. He likes calm and quiet, even if the music is very loud.

On his way, Zoro got pushed around by a young man.

"I'm sorry." The young man told staring at the floor and leaving the second after. Zoro stared at him. Was this man crying? He sighed and followed the boy. Brook talked about a new employee who started a few weeks ago.

He didn't take long before finding the boy. He was outside near the ban, sitting with his knees bent and his head hidden, so you can't see his eyes crying. Zoro felt his heart clench. He saw himself as a little younger than the boy, with the same fear, suffering, and frustration.

He sat silently beside the young man. He reached into his pocket and pulled out a packet of handkerchiefs, which he handed to the young man. A little thanks could be heard while the young man took the handkerchief. Zoro looked at the sky. It was a beautiful day without clouds.

"The first times are always the hardest. It's unfortunate, but after some day you will get used to it." Zoro explained, keeping his eyes on the sky. He heard a sniff, and the young man looked over at Zoro.

"I hate it. I disgust myself. I feel dirty." The young man stated, now looking at Zoro, who turned away from the sky and fixed his gaze on the person next to him.

"You do what you need to do to survive. It's a hard job, and you can quiet, but it's only been a few weeks since you arrived. In every job, the first weeks are the hardest and if you came looking for this job I'm sure you needed it. What will be the consequences if you are quiet? Just remember yourself, why you came in the first place, and what will happen if you leave. They give you one chance; they won't give you a second." Zoro finished and stood up, heading for the entrance.

He stopped one more time and turned back to the boy: "If you decide to stay and need to be advised or to talk, you can always find me." And with that said, Zoro entered the place once again.

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All the employees gathered around the big stage of the bar, waiting for the big announcement.

They were all talking, Zoro sat on a chair near Brook, who was smiling like always. Not very far from him, he perceived some pink hair, so he was still there. Zoro was a little proud of himself. He was one of the longest serving with Brook. They knew everyone who came after them, even if they didn't talk to everybody. Brook, and he always makes sure to have a safe space for all the employees. It should be the owner who does this, but like always, the owner only thinks about the money and the productivity. He doesn't care about the safety and well-being of his employees.

Talking about him, he made his way onto the stage. Everybody, slowly, ends their talk, to focus on the person.

"Thanks to everybody for coming on this afternoon. I know that there were a lot of rumours going on. So, I'm here to make what everyone already knows. I decided to sell the Pleasure Bar. I took my time to sell, making sure that the person who took over would be someone who fit the spirit of the place. And I finally found him. So please welcome, the new owner." The old owner stated with a grin. Behind him, a man walked to the front of the stage. At first, he was in the dark, so nobody could see his face, but the more he was walking, the more people could describe him.

Zoro frowned, "From all the people, him? Really? " Zoro thought. The man stopped once to arrive at the front and introduced himself: "Hello to everybody, and thanks for coming. My name is Sanji, and I'm the new owner of the Pleasure Bar."

Why did this man buy it? Zoro shivered. He didn't have any esteem for the employees. He was afraid of what would be happening in the future. And more than everything, what will happen to him? Will Sanji ask for some private moment without paying, saying he is the owner and owns him? Zoro wouldn't even be surprised.

"What will happen to us?" One of the employees asked, afraid of being fired. Everybody in the crowd nodded, waiting for an answer too.

"Nothing will happen. Everybody will keep his job." Murmurs of relief could be heard from the employees. "I will be around more often to see how everything works, so please do as always. Now you are free to go, and good luck for those who work tonight."

Sanji and the ancient owner went back to where they came from in the first place. People went toward the exit of the building, leaving the place with a smile. Even if they didn't like their work, they knew it was one of the safest places in town to work in a bar or as a prostitute.

"Are you going home?" Brook asked with a smile.

"No, I have to work tonight, and I will not have the time to do the round trip, and you?"

"I don't have to work tonight, but I think I'm going to play some pianos. Do you want to come with me?" Zoro nodded and followed Brook. Brook was an excellent musician; Zoro could listen to him playing for hours. When Brook wasn't on his shift, he always played songs for the clients or coworkers.

They reached the piano, which was in a corner of the big room. It was surrounded by a table and sofa to create a more cocooning space. Zoro sat on one of the couches near the piano, and Brook started to play. Zoro closed his eyes, letting himself be carried away by the music. The music was enchanting. Zoro cleared his head, hearing only the notes of the music.

After long minutes of peace, he felt someone sitting next to him. He didn't open his eyes to make the person who was bothering him understand that he didn't want to talk.

"He is very talented!" The voice next to Zoro stated. Zoro immediately opened his eyes, knowing the voice, Sanji was there shaking his head to the beat of the music. What did he want? Thought Zoro staring at the man.

The songs Brook played ended but a few seconds after new music started again. Sanji took his time to look at Zoro. They never have been that close. He admired the millimeter-length hair, the three piercings that sparkled despite the half-light, and the emerald silver eyes. Sanji didn't know the man was so handsome. "What was he saying, Sanji, pull yourself together, you're not gay, and he's just a whore." He thought.

"I came to talk to you." Sanji started, Zoro still staring at him. "I wanted to be clear with you. When we are in your room, I'm not the owner anymore, I'm just a client, and otherwise, I'm the owner, and you need to respect me and my authority. Is it clear?" Sanji asked, Zoro only shrugged as he responded and closed his eyes, putting himself back in the position he was in before the other man disturbed him. Now, Zoro had his responses and was good with what Sanji just said. It wasn't like he plans to do otherwise. Sanji took that for a response and left the man back at his moment.

Hey!
Here is the sixth chapter. Already! 😱
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Koby made its appearance. I like to show the protective side of Zoro...

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Amaya