The Neighbor across the street

A Meet Up Part 2

*Hiii, I hope you enjoy and all have a great life😁😁. I hope this Lawlu story helps you get away from life and make you happier😄🙂. I hope non of you have a fucked up life. Just enjoy😉.*

"Yeah, I get that a lot." *Luffy says with a small chuckle.*

*Law can't help but smirk at Luffy's nonchalant response. He takes a step closer again, his eyes roaming over the younger man's body.* "You're young and reckless, and yet you've managed to kill more people than most grown adults." *He says, his voice dripping with sarcasm.* "Impressive."

*Luffy grins.* "Honestly, looking younger helps me to look more innocent. Most people wouldn't guess that I'm a serial killer."

*Law rolls his eyes at Luffy's explanation.* "Yeah, well, you definitely have a knack for deceiving people." *He says, his tone slightly mocking.* "But don't underestimate me. I'm not so easily fooled."

"Takes one to know one."

*Law chuckles darkly, a smirk playing on his lips.* "Touché." *He says, his eyes glinting with amusement.* "But don't forget, I'm the Surgeon of Death. I've spent years perfecting the art of deception."

"How many years?" *Luffy asks.*

*Law's smirk falters for a moment as he thinks about the question.* "Let's just say...a long time." *He replies, his voice low and guarded.* "Enough years to know that you can't trust anyone."

*Luffy thinks for a moment. * "Well, I've killed since I was about seven.. I think? I don't remember that much, but somewhere around 7." *Luffy grins again.*

*Law's eyes widen in surprise at Luffy's casual revelation.* "Seven years old?" *He repeats, his voice laced with disbelief.* "You've been killing people since you were seven years old? How the hell is that even possible?"

"I have a pretty messed up family." *Luffy chuckles.*

*Law raises an eyebrow, his curiosity piqued.* "Messed up family, huh?" *He repeats, his tone intrigued.* "Care to elaborate on that?"

*Luffy crosses his arms.* "Nope, since you won't tell me when you started killing then I won't tell you about my family."

*Law scowls at Luffy's stubbornness, clearly frustrated by the younger man's refusal to share.* "You're infuriating, you know that?" *He says through gritted teeth.*

*Luffy smiles.* "I know. So....you gonna tell me..?"

*Law sighs heavily, knowing that he's not going to get anywhere by arguing with Luffy. He hesitates for a moment, debating whether or not to reveal something so personal about himself.*
"Fine." *He mutters, his voice reluctant.* "I started killing when I was 17."

*Luffy grins.* "Cool. Ok so, about my family, I have two older brothers, one is an assassin, the other is part of the Revolutionary. My father is the leader of the Revolutionary. My gramps is a marine, people call him the Hero Marine or something like that. Then there's Shanks, he's not actually part of my family, but I like to think that he is, he's the reason I became a serial killer, he also a serial killer, that's why, oh and he also gave me his strawhat that I'm wearing right now."

*Law listens intently as Luffy rattles off the list of his family members and their roles. He's shocked to hear that the younger man's family is so intertwined with the world of crime and violence. He can't help but be intrigued by the fact that Shanks, a fellow serial killer, has played a role in shaping Luffy's life.*

"Your life is...complicated." *He says, trying to keep his tone neutral.*

*Luffy nods.* "Oh, and Shanks has a daughter, her name is Uta, she's a famous singer, you might have heard about her, but she's also a serial kill. But don't tell anyone she's Shank's daughter, no one outside of me and my family knows. Well, you do now."

*Law's eyes widen in surprise at the revelation about Uta.* "A famous singer and a serial killer?" *He repeats, incredulous.* "That's...impressive, in a twisted way."

"So Torao, what about you? Got any family members?" *Luffy asks, crossing his arms and leaning against the tree again.*

*Law's expression darkens at the mention of his family. He looks away, his jaw clenched tightly.* "I did." *He says, his voice cold and distant.* "But they're all dead now."

"Who took care of you after that?" *Luffy grins softly.* "Cuz I would count them as family if they did."

*Law looks at Luffy, surprised by the younger man's perceptiveness. He doesn't say anything for a moment, contemplating whether or not to reveal the truth.* "I had a...mentor." *He says finally, his voice laced with a hint of reluctance.* "He took care of me and taught me everything I know."

"Then Torao does have family." *Luffy smiles.*

*Law glares at Luffy, annoyed by the younger man's insistence on calling him 'Torao'. He sighs in resignation, knowing that there's no point in arguing.* "Yeah, I suppose he is family." *He mutters begrudgingly.*

*Luffy looks at his watch and notices how late it got.* "Man, we were out here a while." *Luffy pushes himself off the tree, and starts walking away, waving bye.* "Bye Torao, I still have homework to do for my math class. You can walk with me as I go home if you want, we do live across from each other after all." *Luffy says, still grining.*

*Law watches as Luffy waves and starts to walk away, feeling a strange mix of emotions. Part of him wants to grab the younger man and pull him back, to demand more answers and more of his attention. But another part of him knows that he should let Luffy go. After all, he's not supposed to be getting attached to anyone. He stands there for a moment, debating with himself, before finally deciding to follow Luffy. He runs to catch up with the younger man, matching his pace as they walk together. Law walks silently beside Luffy, his eyes fixed straight ahead. He tries to ignore the way his heart beats a little faster every time their arms brush against each other, or how the younger man's smile makes him feel something that he can't quite name.*

*He steals glances at Luffy every now and then, studying the younger man's profile as they walk. He notices the way the moonlight casts shadows across his face, highlighting his sharp features and making him look even more attractive than usual.*

*They eventually reach their homes and part ways, walking inside. Law stands outside his house for a moment, watching as Luffy disappears into his own home. He can't help but feel a pang of disappointment at the sight. He lingers there for a few more seconds before finally turning and heading inside himself.*

*Once he's inside, he leans against the door and lets out a heavy sigh. He runs a hand through his hair, feeling frustrated and confused by his own emotions.*

*Hiii, I hope you enjoyed😁😉. I rushed a bit so I hope it wasn't that bad🥲. Anyways, see-ya in the next chapter😁.*