One Piece (Love Story) [Part Two]

Chapter Three Hundred and Fourteen

-Chapter Three Hundred and Fourteen-

A/N: Do remember that the flashback in this chapter takes place near the beginning where they all thought Skylar was a guy. So remember that during this whole flashback, Luffy thinks Skylar is a man. Just wanted to clear that up in case the female pronouns used make it seem confusing.

"What?" Shawn owlishly blinked.

"Are you fucking stupid?" Devin asked, briefly laughing in disbelief—I didn't look up, only continued to bow. "You just tried to rob us and leave—do you really think I'm going want to let you back into my house?" he spat.

"I know, and I'm sorry!" I apologized once more. "From the bottom of my heart, I'm truly, deeply sorry for what I've done and I'll do everything in my power to make it up to you two! I'll cook, I'll clean, I'll even fix that damn wall of yours!" I told the two, clutching the grass beneath my hands.

"With what money? Thought you said you were broke?" Devin scoffed.

"I'll find a way—if I have to, I'll go into town and work!" I offered, knowing that there were probably a few odd jobs I could work around the island during my stay. "Everything I earn will go straight to you and your brother, I promise" I quickly added. "Just...just please! I'm begging you to let me stay!" I pleaded, ears twitching at the almost inaudible sigh the brunet gave after a brief moment of silence.

"Why?"

"Because you're the only two people I can turn to at this moment..." I confessed, slowly opening my eyes as I stared at the ground. There was no one else I could turn to or trust, they truly were my only options for a warm and safe place to stay. It was silent after that with only the sounds of the wildlife and bustling town nearby to fill the air. I almost lifted my head when I heard feet shuffling across the ground and low whispering before another loud sigh sounded out.

"Aargh! Fine, I guess you can stay as long as you do all the things you said you would" Devin groaned, sounding just the slightest bit annoyed. "Also, get up off the ground, you look stupid" I lifted my head, lips twitching as I stared at the irritated brunet with a bright smile.

"Thank you, Shawn" I chuckled, looking at the blond who was hovering close to his brother's side.

"Oi! What about me?!" Devin snapped as his brother laughed and gave his back a loud pat before sending a wide smile my way as he nodded. "Anyways, let's go—you got a lot of cleaning to do when we get back" as I got ready to stand, I stopped as I remembered one other important thing I needed to ask of them.

"Actually...that's not the only favor I have to ask of you..." I confessed, causing the two to stop once more. "It may sound strange," I began as I bit my lower lip, "but I was wondering if perhaps you could help me with my training? I'd really appreciate it."

"Training?" Shawn curiously echoed as I nodded.

"That's right—I can do it myself, but..." I blushed as I rubbed the back of my head. "I wouldn't mind a little help...," I shyly confessed, "...the training my father put me through when I was younger and that I find myself subconsciously doing sometimes isn't going to cut it any longer if I want to get stronger" I frowned, eyes becoming downcast before I chanced a peek up at the two. Nervous to see their responses only to chuckle once I spotted the excited look on Shawn's face.

"I can finally have someone to pass my teachings down to—my dreams are finally becoming a reality..." he breathlessly breathed, eyes sparkling as his brother sweat dropped before sighing.

"Aren't you a swordswoman? You know, someone known to be noble when fighting?" he asked. "How can someone like me, a person that uses completely different weapons and dirty tricks that would put anyone prideful man to shame, be of any help to your training?" he crossed his arms as he narrowed his eyes. "Why the hell do you need training anyway?" he suspiciously asked.