Between a Cook and an Agent

09

A/N

I apologize for not uploading a chapter in a long time. I was too focused on my Tokyo Debunker one shots and finishing up my Ouran High School One shot collection. Additionally, been through some mental health struggles so motivation to write was very tough. Please take care of yourselves, speak to a trusted individual if you can, always practice self care. My inboxes are always open as my profession as a Mental Health Counselor, I value everyone's well being. 

~Rin

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I entered through the doors of Blueno's Bar and was immediately greeted with Blueno's smile. 

"Heh heh heh, c'mon in (Y/N)" Blueno said mid-cleaning the counter. 

Since it was late at night, the bar was nearly empty except for a few citizens seated at the tables. I could also see Lucci sitting by the counter with his legs crossed and holding a glass of whiskey. Hattori sitting on his shoulder as usual too.

"Coo~ You finally made it." Hattori spoke. 

I gave the pigeon a faint smile, trying to hide the fact that I've been feeling slightly sad. "A lot has happened Hattori." 

I took a seat next to Lucci and looked at Blueno. "May I please have the usual? It's been a long day." 

"Coming right up." The bartender said as he picked up an empty glass and filled it up with red wine. He then added some ice to keep it chilled. "Care to tell us what happened?" 

Looking at Lucci, he didn't make eye contact with me. He was looking ahead, sipping on his whiskey but I could tell he was listening in the conversation. 

"Some really bad conflict happened between my friends so it just made me feel really sad. I can't help but to feel responsible for everything that took place since their arrival." 

"What do you mean? Coo~" Hattori asked. 

"It sort of feels like my bringing them here has been nothing but trouble and I feel really bad. I can't help but to think maybe they should blame me for their misfortune." I said quietly, taking a large sip of my wine, downing it immediately. 

I used the back of my hand to wipe off the bit of wine that streamed down the corner of my mouth. I passed the empty glass to Blueno.

"What makes you think you deserve the blame?" Blueno asked while refilling the wine. 

"I did promise Luffy that I would provide them a good shipwright if they brought me back to Water 7 if I had temporarily joined their crew. So technically, it is my fault for bringing them along with me. I could've came back here on my own." 

I grabbed the glass and started drinking more sips of the wine, allowing myself to get slightly intoxicated. 

"My friend Usopp decided to leave the crew because we found out the ship is no longer able to sail, I have never seen the gang fight amongst each other ever since my journey with them, and now our friend Robin is missing ever since they stepped foot here. I just hope Robin is okay and nothing bad happened to her." 

I knew Blueno, Lucci and Hattori were remaining quiet, allowing me to finish talking.

"What more nonsense type of bullshit could I be facing next?" I said sarcastically as I now finished my second glass of wine and handed it back to Blueno, indicating for a third glass. 

"Hm. It does sound like a harsh day for your return." That was all Blueno said. 

"If anything, I'm just happy to see everyone again. I know you haven't heard of this yet Blueno, but I was offered by our pirate captain Luffy to officially join the Straw Hats once they're ready to set sail again."