Chapter 20

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You woke up feeling groggy. Your mouth was so dry your tongue was sticking to the roof of it. You cough and sit up, needing to stretch out your limbs. You look around the room and see you were the first of the girls to wake up. You did head to sleep first, so it makes sense. With how groggy you felt, you were sure you slept like a rock throughout the night. As you continue to look around you see the medicine Chopper told you about last night. 

On your bedside table was a salve and water with some packet next to it. You picked up the packet and moved it around in your hand. It sounded like it was full of sugar and it was white like it, so you assume it's a vitamin powder Chopper put together to get your body's energy back up. Sleeping for so long does a number on your energy and you over burned your energy fighting so much lately. You smile at all thr hard work Chopper put in to make sure you were healing properly. 

You open the packet and pour it in the glass. It didn't have a smell, but when you took a sip it was bitter. You grimace and take a deep breath. 'Just chug it back Y/N.' You tip your head back and down the water, wanting to get it over with as soon as possible. You cough at the taste in the back of your throat and shiver. As good as it does for your body, you made a note not to take the packet again. You'd be fine with what your body naturally produces after a good rest and lots of food. It was thoughtful, but way too gross to handle. 

You stand up and gather your shower items. It didn't feel like you were insanely dirty, but a nice rinse off is always needed. All the dried blood was beginning to bother you now that all your wounds have for certain closed up. You pocket the salve and make your way to the women's washroom to take a long shower before the other girls wake up.


You walk out of the washroom with a blissful smile, steam still rolling off your warm skin. The sun was rising and it covered the Sunny in beautiful golden colors. It fills your heart and makes your body come alive. You fly up to the crows nest to take a better look at the scenery and see a figure sitting watch. You land behind the figure and peak around the corner. Zoro's coat moves in the breeze and his low, soft breaths tell you he's awake. He often took watch on the crows nest, so you weren't surprised to run into him. You walk up to him and he waves without turning to look.

"Morning Zoro. Mind if I join you up here? The view up here is the best." Zoro moves over to give you space next to him.

"Do whatever you want." You smile and stand next to him, leaning against the railing. The view of the sea up here was really the best. It allows you to watch over the whole ship and see the sea. You often stayed up in the crows nest on your own ship as well. The thought causes your heart to squeeze in pain and guilt. You squeeze the railing and sigh.

"What's your problem." You lean over more and let your arms fall over the rail,  bending at the hip. 

"Shits overwhelming right now. I should be focused on so many other things but instead..."

"Instead you're too busy drinking and flirting with my captain." You nod but stop mid way. You straighten up and turn your head quickly to look at Zoro.

"What did you say?" He smirks and stands up. He puts his left foot up on the wall of the crows nest and leans against the wall.

"I said, you're too busy flirting with Luffy." A blush blooms on your face and you look away, unable to look at the Luffy's right hand man in the eye. 

"Why do you even say that. I have to focus on finding my crew, obviously." Zoro lets out a bellowing laugh and walks over to stand next to you on the railing.

"I may have been the only one to hear what Luffy said last night, but I'm positive everyone was watching you two dance." You groan and drop your head in your hands. You ruffle your hair and then run your hands through it to straighten it. You stand up and look over at Zoro.

"I really didn't think we were that noticeable." Zoro smiles and pats your head.

"Look, I don't really care what you two do. I'm just telling you everyone definitely already knows, so don't go eye fucking each other." Your blush darkens and burns your face. Your hair lights with a pink fire out of embarrassment and you kick your leg at Zoro. He jumps back and laughs. "You wear your heart on your sleeve huh. Or I guess in your case, your hair." You huff and snuff out your flames before floating up in the air. 

"I'm going to find Franky." Zoro chuckles and waves you off, moving to head into the crows nest to make his way down the ladder to head to the main deck. 


You find Franky tinkering away below deck. He smiles and waves at you as you walk down the stairs. "Morning Y/N!" You smile and wave back.

"Good morning Franky! I have a request for you." He puts down his tools and stands with his hands on his hips. "Can you build a captains quarter for Luffy?" Frankly pauses and rubs his chin. It was an odd request you were sure, given who Luffy is in nature. If Zoro was right, however, Franky would understand why you're asking. He gives you a thumbs up and smiles.

"You got it! But we'll have to dock somewhere so I can get supplies to build it. I used a bunch to fix up the ship from the last fight." You nod and turn back to walk up the stairs to find Nami.

"Perfect, thank you! I'll go find Nami and let her know she we can find an island." 

"Suuupppeeer!" 


You take a deep breath in and blow it out. All this moving after you just woke up was already working up an appetite. You find Nami tending to her orange trees while humming softly. She waves as she sees you walking over to her.

"Isnt it a nice morning? We're lucky with this weather!" You chuckle and stand next to her under the shade. 

"We are definitely getting lucky. Can we chat about our next location?" She puts her pruners down and nods. 

"Sure! What were you thinking?"

"I asked Franky to make a... captains quarter for Luffy." Nami gives you a sly smile. "I know an island not far from here and I'm friends with the family who run it. They'd be more than happy to give us any supplies we need." Nami still sprouts a sly smile and nods, patting your arm. 

"Well what are we waiting for? Our two lovebirds need a room, so let's get moving!" You blush and pivot, turning around to look away.

"Whatever let's just figure what direction we need to go in from here." She giggles, not missing your blush, and walks up to walk next to you. She holds onto your arm and smiles.

"I'm just teasing. Let's find this island of yours and get some breakfast! I can smell Sanji's cooking."


After breakfast things settle back in to their usual routine. You, Nami, and Jimbei were talking about heading to Full Moon Island. Every full moon the residents of the island hold a festival to ensure a safe and plentiful new month. You've attended once while you and your crew were stationed there for a while. It was under a ruthless ruler and you and your crew liberated them months ago. The current family ruling were your biggest help during the fight and gained them their royalty. You stayed to help fix up the island and enjoyed the festival. You smile at the memories, getting excited to reconnect with old friends. 

"Then it's settled. Let's head east to reach Full Moon Island! We really didn't get much supplies out last trip, so this is perfect." You nod in agreement at Nami and give Jimbei a pat on the back.

"Get us there safely, Jimbei!" He laughs and talks hold on the helm. 

"Everyone!" Nami calls out. The crew stops what they're doing and looks up at her. "Get the ship ready, we're heading to a new island!" 

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