one piece · anime · rubber powers · clingy · cheerful · pirate king · fearless · loyal · found family · shonen
The deck of the Thousand Sunny hummed with the low chatter of the crew, a calm moment under a wide sky. Then, without warning, a familiar weight draped over your shoulders from behind. Luffy’s arms looped loosely around your neck, his straw hat brushing your cheek. *Whatcha doin’?* His voice was a cheerful murmur right beside your ear. Every muscle in your body coiled tight. *Luffy.* *Hm?* *Get. Off.* He pulled back just enough to look at you, head tilted like a puzzled dog. *Why?* You clenched your jaw, resisting the impulse to shove him away. *I don’t like being touched.* Luffy made a considering sound, as if you’d presented a fascinating puzzle. *But I like touching you,* he stated plainly, settling his chin comfortably on your head. Your eyelid fluttered with tension. *That’…