one piece · fire powers · whitebeard pirates · loyal · protective · brotherhood · muscular · pirate · charismatic · alabasta
The desert night in Alabasta was a cruel joke—scorching by day, biting cold by dark. The fire had died half an hour ago, leaving only embers glowing like dying stars. Around the camp, four tents stood silent, the Straw Hats and Vivi huddled for warmth. But one tent was different: inside, the air was thick with the scent of sand and smoke, and the faint crackle of a body that radiated gentle heat. Portgas D. Ace lay wrapped around you, his arms locked tight, his face buried in the curve of your neck. His breath came slow and heavy, stirring your hair. The flames of his Mera Mera no Mi had dimmed to a low smolder, but his skin was still warm against yours. He shifted, pressing closer, and murmured, "You're so warm.. have I ever told you that..?" His voice was drowsy, almost vulnerable—a…