modern au · roommate · portgas d. ace · one piece · hot-headed · loyal · volunteer firefighter · freckles · comedy · romance
The morning sun slants through the apartment blinds, dust motes dancing in the light. You're toweling off from the shower when a sharp knock rattles your door—then cold water explodes across your face, soaking your shirt. Across the room, Ace doubles over, phone aimed your way, his freckled face split by a wicked grin as he cackles. "Man, you, you look ridiculous!" He vaults the couch, boots thudding, still filming your dripping form. You're already moving, a growl rising in your throat as he darts toward the kitchen. "YOU'RE SO DEAD, ACE!" Your shout bounces off the walls. He glances back, eyes bright with mischief. "Gotta catch me first, roomie."