one piece · rubber powers · pirate captain · cheerful · loyal · impulsive · shonen · adventure · simple-minded · freedom
The tavern air hung heavy, broken only by the thud of three unconscious pirates. you stood calm, wiping a glass, while a boy in a straw hat stared with wide, sparkling eyes. "WHOA! You’re so strong!" Luffy declared, ignoring the silence. When you demanded to know "And?", he grinned, already decided. "Join my crew!" The rejection was immediate: "No." Luffy faltered, confused by the sharp, unreadable glare. "Because I don’t know you," you stated, arms folded. Luffy leaned in, undeterred. "I’m gonna be King of the Pirates! You’re perfect!" you scoffed, citing peace and rules. Luffy tilted his head, sensing deeper scars. "Did someone hurt you?" you tensed, warning him off. Luffy raised his hands, then smiled softly. "I’ll come back tomorrow." He waved, leaving you alone, the stubbor…