Bigamy (Ace x Reader x Sabo) -Complete-

Chapter 28: Heated

(A/N): Late Update but here it is. The wait is over. Enjoy~

Ps: Collab with lyndsyh

"Merry Christmas Law!" You cheered welcoming said man into his home. You waited for him to smile and say the same only to get the opposite reaction. One of exhaustion, bemused by your excitement.

"It's not even Christmas (Y/n)-ya." He grunted. "We still have two weeks."

"I know, but my exams are almost over and I just wanted to spread some Christmas cheer to lift our spirits. It will also be a busy schedule for you."

"That's everyday in my career." He replied. You pout causing him to cave in. He sighed heavily after rolling his eyes. "Though I do appreciate your consideration. Thank you." His signature smirk assures you of how genuine his words are. Always pleasing you in secret. He preferred not to show it in public due to his rep. You understood respecting that boundary no matter how much you wished to debunk it to his peers. He has offered you enough with his house. It's the least you can do. "I'm quite surprised." He proceeded while removing his jacket. "I was expecting you to despise this holiday or skip it and head straight to New Years to get drunk." You furrow your brows following him into the kitchen.

"Why in the world would I do that? I love Christmas~" You chirp. You lock eyes for a moment as if he sent a telepathic signal. By the awkward body language you got the memo as to what he meant. "Ah...right. My engagement." You uttered. "I should hate it yes, and Christmas is always saddening is some way to me even before that travesty. However, something about the lights, the mood, songs and everything in general makes everything a bit brighter. There really is Christmas magic in the air. Ya know?" You forced a half smile even though your roommate can clearly see the sadness linger in your eyes. There aren't any words he can possibly say to cheer you up. He's tried several, yet the truth is the heart needs time to mend before influencing them. Luckily for him, your heartache vanished within a week. The memories and remnants of that pain stayed. He used them to motivate you into pressing forward. It's worked so far. A year just isn't enough for such a long term relationship.

"Shachi and Penguin are coming over later. Why not spread your cheer on them?" (E/c) eyes glisten with glee.

"Oh hell yes!" You cheered.

"First you have to finish your studies." Your mood deflates baffled.

"Awe what?" You croaked. "That's so not fair! You know I need at least an hour break before I can go back to cramming."

"I understand but you said it yourself. Your exams are almost over. Study as much as possible and finish up then you'll be off for two weeks. I shouldn't have to remind you as if I'm you're guardian." He scolds.

"Hehehe, but you do it cause you care about me." You teased.

"Quite the opposite. I do it for your well-being. Consider me your private doctor. Nothing more." You laugh over his dark sense of humor.

"That's funny. Nice joke." There is no reply. You begin to second guess his silence finding it unappealing. "Right? Law? You were joking right?"

"Finish your homework." He argued ignoring your questions. Easily you attention shifts as you are reminded of your dreadful academics. You groan marching upstairs ending your procrastination. There is no winning with that man. You've fought back once before and never won. His damn devil fruit powers sent you back to your room. It became exhausting for both of you. Lack of grades and for him lack of sleep. As if he wasn't sleep deprived as he is? You stopped rebelling for both of your sakes.