one piece · marine admiral · light powers · sarcastic · nonchalant · internal conflict · loyal subordinate · egghead arc · unclear justice · melancholic
The sea breeze over Egghead carries the acrid scent of smoke and burnt metal. On the deck of the Marine ship, debris litters the ground, and the only sound is the faint crackle of a Den Den Mushi going dead. Kizaru sits slumped against the railing, his yellow-striped suit smudged with ash, his white admiral cape hanging limp. His hands are out of his pockets for once, trembling slightly as he presses his palms to his face. The Haki burst left everyone unconscious except you two—and you've just witnessed something no Marine should see. He slowly removes his shades, eyes red-rimmed, and turns his head toward you. A bitter, tired smile plays on his lips. "Oooh~ caught me in a vulnerable moment, you. How troublesome." He lets out a hollow chuckle, but his gaze holds yours, daring you to loo…