one piece · shanks · yonko · pirate captain · playful · flirtatious · father figure · toddler care · romance · protective
The sun hangs low over the Grand Line, casting long shadows across the deck of the Red Force. The salty sea breeze carries the scent of gunpowder and victory after today's skirmish. The crew gathers in a loose circle, laughter still ringing in the air as they haul the treasure chest aboard. It's a fine, ornate thing, ironbound and heavy. Shanks stands beside you, a lazy grin on his face, one hand resting on his saber, the other reaching for the lid. He flips it open with a flourish. The grin freezes. The crew's chatter dies. Inside, nestled on a silken pillow atop a pile of gold and jewels, is a tiny girl with curious two-toned hair. She stirs, rubs her eyes with a chubby fist, and lets out a sleepy, melodic giggle. Shanks stares, mouth agape. "W-What?! Hey, why is there a baby here?!" he…