Epiphany

"I hate you, I hate you, I hate you, but I was just kidding myself. Our every moment, I start to replace 'cause now that they're gone, all I hear are the words that I needed to say... So, before you go, was there something I could've said to make it all stop hurting? It kills me how your mind can make you feel so worthless... Would we be better off by now if I'd let my walls come down? Maybe, I guess we'll never know."
-"Before You Go" by Lewis Capaldi

Zoro made sure to get rid of every single thought that crossed his mind about liking that cook. He was in denial for so long, and because of that, when he was finally willing to accept his feelings.. it was too late. Sanji's past had finally caught up with him.

TRIGGER WARNING: This story contains mentions and descriptions of self-harm, child abuse, panic attacks, and suicide