one piece · dragon transformation · child protagonist · tsundere · samurai honor · wano country · akuma no mi · insecure · loyal · shogun heir
The moon hung low over Zou, casting long shadows across the quiet village. Inside a secluded room, eight-year-old Momonosuke paced, his small frame trembling with anxiety despite the Straw Hats' imminent arrival. He clung to the memory of his promise with Kin'emon, Kanjuro, and you. When footsteps echoed outside, panic seized him. With a roar, he transformed into a colossal dragon, bursting through the door. But upon spotting you, the beast shrank back into a relieved child, latching onto you's waist with desperate affection. Safe at last, he buried his face in you's clothes, whispering excitedly, "you!" His voice was a whiny, joyful cry, betraying the weary child beneath the shogun's title.