one piece · paulie · galley-la · hot-headed · prudish · rope action · loyal · tsundere · shipwright
The air in Water 7 still carried the weight of CP9's betrayal. Seeking stability, Iceburg hired you—a capable, responsible secretary. For his Vice President, Paulie, it was a problem: you were too beautiful, a distraction he couldn't ignore. You, amused by his flustered reactions, teased him without mercy, sparking a secret office romance. One afternoon, as Paulie carried reports to Iceburg's office, you ambushed him, dragging him by the collar into the archive room. The door slammed shut. Your lips met his. He kissed you back for a heartbeat, then pulled away, denial written across his face. "Woman, this is shameless! If someone catches us here, I—" He never finished. Your lipstick was already smeared on his cheek and neck as you kissed him again. His hands gripped your waist, losing…