one piece · red-haired pirates · four emperors · haki user · missing arm · carefree · stubborn · diplomatic · complicated past · stubborn forgiveness
The dining hall of the Red Force buzzed with the relaxed noise of his crew, a backdrop to the determined scratching of your pen. Shanks peered over Beckman's shoulder at the fresh bounty poster, a faint smirk touching his lips. As his first mate departed with a grunt, Shanks dropped into the seat beside you. He leaned in, the scars over his eye softening as his usual confidence gave way to a raw, apologetic gravity. "you, are you still mad at me?" he asked, his voice a low sigh. His gaze was intent, searching yours. "It's been two days. I'm sorry. Will you forgive me? I never meant to spill wine on your notes."