'And here I thought the only thing I'd have to worry about is his temper' you sighed. 'I'm so glad my pay check covers all of this'
13, 12, 8, 16 and 2. Those numbers don't really have any significant meaning to the world, but for you, they were your current predicament. In the space of 2 hours you had visited 16 different shops which now had 8 staff members scared silly resulting in 12 managers taking it upon themselves to supervise the both of you. As for number unlucky number 13 that was the number of times you had to explain to Kid that he needs to get changed in the changing rooms and not just wherever he wanted.
"Kid? We have to leave now if we want to meet up with Law and Luffy in time" you called after wandering around the store for a third time.
"Those fuckers can wait..." he grumbled to himself from behind the curtain.
Kid has made it evidently clear that he didn't completely trust you however, even he understood that you were the reason he was out of the junkyard. As a result, he was willing to give you a chance, only one, before deciding whether he hated or not. Of course, this was in the form of blunt responses or silence. Furthermore he also made sure that you didn't carry any of the bags, rather he just strung everything carelessly over his shoulder. Whether it was his lack of trus in you as an individual or just your strength in general, you didn't mind. If anything, not having to carry bags was a bonus. Your thoughts were interrupted when you identified the sounds which could only be described as 'you're going to have to pay for that' along with a string of hushed curse words.
'Is he wrestling in there?' You sweat-dropped
"Kid? Are you-!?" Your words were caught in your throat as you watched said person stroll out of the changing room.
Previously, Kid would just try on clothes and come back out in his uniform with clothes in hand. However this time he'd come out in the clothes of his choice and you could not argue at all... for chill clothes anyway
"Pay for this" he demanded as he strolled off.
"Would it kill you to say please" You sighed.
His response was no response at all, leaving you to deal with his mess.
"Hey can we pay for these like this?" You asked one of the fearful staff bullied into monitoring you and Kid.
"I-Um it's not really store policy-" the words died in his mouth as Kid glared him down from over his shoulder "B-but I'm sure we can make an exception" he corrected before hurrying off.
"Wow Kid, if looks could kill you would've committed a brutal murder just now" you chuckled.
He made a small huff which you considered progress when it came to conversation. The fearful staff member scurried back with a portable scanner. After punching in a few digits he feebly handed the device for you to pay. When you finished paying for the clothes and store damages you both left without another word. So far, Kid had managed to buy a set of short-sleeve tops, a couple vests, 3 pairs of pants and a leather jacket. In other words, your shopping ship was a success.
"I guess you're all set" you smiled.
Again you met your familiar friend silence.
"You know the last time you gave me silent treatment we played a yes or no game, then you suddenly ended up being personally escorted to SKDD battle HQ by lieutenant Doflamingo himself"
Tapping your finger lightly against your lower lip you reminisced on the memory. Kid seemed to be deep in thought aswell, but it still didn't encourage him to make conversation. So you decided not to waste your time on small talk anymore.
"Well it's fine if you just listen. I'm not going to send you back." You stated in a matter of factly tone
Kid stopped dead in his tracks. Surprise was probably the best word to fit his facial expression and if you were being honest with yourself, which you were, it was definitely the highlight of your day.
"Not unless you want me to, of course" You smiled with a shrug. "I chose you for a reason Kid but you're your own boss here, you choose how you want to live your life, I can only take you so far!"
Standing in the middle of the mall was starting to feel awkward so instead of waiting for kid to come around you made a start for the fountain.
"And what happens if I say no?"
'Done with silent treatment are we?'
"Then it was a pleasure to meet you" you continued walking "but maybe wait till the end of the day before you make your decision"
"And why should I?"
"Wouldn't you like to know" you laughed.
"What!? Don't give me that bullshit!" Kid growled, now finding an adequate reason to follow.
"Don't worry about it, think fast!" Reaching into your pocket, you threw a small object in his direction.
In a quick and simple motion, he caught the unidentified object in one hand, without any hesitation. The displeasure on his face made you raise your hands in a surrender position immediately. But no matter how hard you tried you couldn't remove the excitement that was beginning to show on your face.
"Don't use it all in one week" you grinned before retreating
Unclenching his fist, Kid found himself staring at a small bottle of black nail vanish. He'd unconsciously been staring at it in the last store and so you picked it up while you were paying for the other stuff. Kid stared at it blankly, before letting a microscopic smile slip past his impregnable defences.
"Who the fuck finishes nail vanish in a week?" He huffed to himself as he trailed behind.
The fountain was just ahead.
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