The Thousand Sunny sailed smoothly through the Grand Line, its crew enjoying a rare moment of calm. The sky above was clear, and the sun shone brightly as they made their way toward their next adventure. But despite the tranquility, Luffy’s curiosity had been piqued once again.
Zoro and Robin had been adjusting to parenthood with a quiet ease. Hana, now a few months old, had grown into a lively and giggly baby who had already captured the hearts of the entire crew. Still, Luffy’s mind kept returning to a question that had been on his mind for a while.
### The Scene Begins
One afternoon, while the crew relaxed on deck, Luffy approached Zoro and Robin. Hana was in Robin’s arms, happily gurgling and reaching out for the soft breeze that blew across the ship. Luffy had a grin on his face that suggested he’d been thinking about something important.
“So...” Luffy began, his voice full of casual curiosity, “since you guys have a baby now, when are you two getting married?”
Robin nearly choked on the drink she’d been sipping, while Zoro’s eyes widened in disbelief.
“Luffy, we’ve talked about this already,” Robin said, her voice calm but amused. She could already tell where this conversation was heading.
“Yeah, yeah,” Zoro grumbled, rubbing the back of his neck. “But that doesn’t mean you have to keep asking every time something happens.”
Luffy ignored their reactions, continuing on with his usual excitement. “But it’s different now! You’ve got a kid! That’s like... the best reason ever to get married, right?”
Zoro and Robin exchanged a look, both silently agreeing that Luffy’s logic was, as usual, straightforward but a bit off-track.
### Robin’s Thoughts
Robin, always the calm one, smiled softly and glanced down at Hana. "Marriage isn't something that we just jump into because we have a child, Luffy." She paused for a moment, choosing her words carefully. "It's about the bond we share, the commitment to each other, and that’s something we both understand deeply."
Zoro, who had remained silent until now, added with a grin, “And besides, we don’t need some big ceremony to prove it. We’re already a family.”
Luffy tilted his head, clearly puzzled but undeterred. “But it would be so cool! I want to be the one to officiate your wedding!” he said enthusiastically. “Then I can give you both a huge cake and throw a party with tons of meat!”
Zoro groaned. "Luffy, stop trying to make everything about food."
“Yeah!” Robin chuckled, looking at her daughter as she softly patted her tiny hand on Robin’s chest. “But if we were to get married, it wouldn’t be for a cake or a party. It would be for us—just like everything else in our lives.”
### The Crew’s Reaction
As the conversation continued, the rest of the crew had gathered nearby, overhearing the exchange. Usopp leaned in with a wink, his hands clasped together in a dramatic fashion. "I think Luffy’s got a point, though. You two are perfect for each other! A wedding would be fun. Maybe a pirate-themed one?”
Franky slapped his hand against his chest proudly. “SUPER wedding! I’ll design the best outfits for you two!”
Sanji raised an eyebrow, a teasing smile playing on his lips. “If we’re talking about weddings, I’m going to make sure Robin’s dress is the finest, of course.”
“Not everyone gets the attention they want, you know,” Zoro muttered, clearly unbothered by the talk. “I don’t care for all that wedding stuff, really.”
But his hand tightened slightly around Robin’s, a subtle hint that he wasn’t entirely indifferent.
“Well, I think it’s sweet,” Nami said, crossing her arms as she smiled. “You two are already married in the way that matters most. But if you want to throw a wedding for the crew, I won’t stop you.”
Robin couldn’t help but laugh softly, the sound of it filling the space between them. “You’re all very persistent. But as Zoro said, we’re already a family. A ceremony won’t change that.”
Luffy, still not fully convinced, scratched his head. “Yeah, I guess so... but a wedding would be fun, right?”
“Fun for you,” Zoro muttered.
“And a lot of food,” Luffy added with a grin.
Robin smiled again, her hand gently cradling Hana as the baby yawned in her arms. “Maybe one day. But for now, we have everything we need.”
Zoro nodded, pulling her closer as Hana made a soft, contented sound in her sleep. “Yeah. We’ve got what matters.”
Luffy’s expression finally softened, though a mischievous glint still lingered in his eyes. “Well, when you change your minds, let me know. I’ll be the best man!”
The crew erupted into laughter as Zoro rolled his eyes. Robin simply shook her head, grateful for the love and warmth that surrounded them. No matter what happened, she knew that they had something even more important than a wedding—a family built on trust, support, and love.
### A Quiet Understanding
As the sun dipped lower in the sky, casting a golden hue over the deck, Zoro and Robin shared a quiet moment together, holding Hana between them.
Zoro leaned over, brushing a kiss against Robin’s temple. “You’re right,” he murmured softly. “We don’t need anything extra. We’ve got everything we need right here.”
Robin’s smile was serene, her heart full. “We do.”
And with that, the crew continued their journey through the Grand Line, knowing that no matter what, the bond between Zoro, Robin, and their daughter would remain unbreakable. Whether or not a wedding ever happened, it didn’t matter. They already had everything that truly mattered.
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A Quiet Crush
RomanceOn the Thousand Sunny, Roronoa Zoro faces an unexpected challenge: a quiet crush on Nico Robin. Through subtle gestures and shared moments, their bond deepens as they navigate danger and find solace in each other. But will Zoro find the courage to r...
