Chapter 28 + Semi Hiatus (2) Announcment

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[Law's POV]

"Are you thinking about her?" Bepo asks me
" Maybe, I am." I reply to him

I'm with Bepo, Shachi and Penguin in the lobby area.

" Why aren't you telling her that you love her?" Shachi groans and facepalms

" I don't want Doflamingo get to her. I can't lose another person in my life, after my family, home and my benefactor."

" Y/N is not weak, Law. She's not that reckless person who was struggling to control their powers." Shachi tells me

" Also, you may act strong infront of the crew, but at the end of the day, when you are with the person you love, you don't have to do that." Penguin adds

" Captain! We won't mind if you both get together. I-I'll talk to everyone about it." Bepo Chimes in

They are fine with it? With the idea of me being in a relationship with her, a fellow crew member.

" Its better we all stay professional. We are a team...We are a crew." I say firmly

" Don't lie to yourself! It's better to take this chance for your happiness." Penguin shouts

"You always listened to your mind, this time, let your heart take the lead." Shachi adds

My heart wants to be with Y/N-ya. My mind wants to focus on the plan and figuring out her mystery.

I want to be with her, help her heal, figure out her abilities and past. I want that smile to stay on her face.

" I'll tell her, how I feel." I say

" Attaboy! I know she'll be happy if you tell her." Penguin gleams

" I don't have a plan though. I never did this before."

" The three of us made a plan especially for you, Captain." Bepo said

" A plan?"

" You can never function without a plan and a backup plan, so we worked on a plan since the moment we found the feelings of the lovebirds." Shachi said and signals Bepo

Bepo walks into the map room and brings out a map. He rolls the map onto the table. A island is marked in red.

Penguin points at the red and starts " This island is close to Sabaody, known for its nightlife and partying."

" Did you all marked this for a partying plan?" I sigh

" Kind of, anyways, back to our plan...When we were researching about this island, we found a place where you both can be alone and you can confess to her." He continues

" All the members will be together, how will you guys leave us alone."

" Christmas is coming up, so we'll do a secret santa event within the crew. I'll distract the members into buying gifts for each other." Shachi adds

" We will have the names in a box. I'll make a mark at Y/N's name so you can pick her slip. We'll hide yours and slide it in so that she'll pick yours."

Afterwards, they continue elaborating the plan. A stop will be made to an island close by the destination, where the crew will shop for the secret Santa. I will go along with Shachi and Bepo to look for her gift, while Penguin will stay with Y/N-ya.

" You have to get something special for her." Penguin instructs me

" What should I get for her?" I ask them

" A canvas?" Bepo suggests
" No art supplies this time,Bepo." Shachi counters

Bepo sulks, " I'm sorry."
" So weak!" Shachi groans

" Clothes?" Penguin asks me
" No, that won't work." Shachi dismisses Penguin's idea

" Does a necklace work?" I ask them

Shachi pats my back , " It's romantic. She'll like it."

A necklace on her. I'll help her wear it.

" Captain is blushing." Bepo gleams
" No, I'm not, Bepo!"

" C-Captain...I'll complain this to my bestie."

" Bepo, No."

He makes a cute face.

" Stop acting so cute!"

Bepo sulks again. This is getting annoying.

" You only like bestie when she's cute, not me!" Bepo cries

" No..No its not like that!" I defend myself

" Bepo, you are saying the truth." Shachi provokes

" This is what happens when someone falls in love, especially our little sister." Penguin chimes and give me a smirk

I roll my eyes on their banter, " Yes, I like it when she acts cute and it because only she's naturally cute."

" Knew it." Bepo sulks for a moment

" However, If bestie and captain get together, they'll be very very happy!" Bepo says

"That's right, Bepo! It's time to start Operation Lovebirds!" Penguin Announced

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[Timeskip to Next day]
[Y/N POV]

" We are getting late." Bepo shouted

" Let me get changed." I groan halfasleep

" Captain said, it's important!" he shouts

I sigh and walk out of the door to go for the lobby.

The whole crew is gathered at the lobby. I sit on Bepo's lap, Law-san leans next to his office door. Penguin-San is holding a box.

Law-San walks forward, " Guys, It's time for the annual Crew's Secret Santa. Penguin will bring the box around, you'll get a chit with the person's name on it. Get them a gift and the crew will exchange in on Christmas Day. We'll take a stop soon to refuel and restock, there you can look for the gifts."

" If you get your own name, we will do the mixing again!" Shachi adds

"Also, no weird gifts again, this time." Law-San adds

"Since everyone's clear, we'll start with you, Captain." Penguin streaches the Box to his direction

He russles his hand around and picks up a chit. He unfolds it, makes a frown and folds it again.

Next turn was Jean Bart's, he does the same thing as Law-San but with more exaggerated expressions. The turns go by and at the end its my turn.

" Here you go.." Penguin-San said as I took the chit from the box

I unfold it and see three clear letters.

Law

I can't even change my option now.

He liked the cap as well as the coat I gifted on his birthday.

What should I give him next time?!

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Author's Message

Hey guys!

I hope you all are doing well.

I'm sad to inform you all that I'll be taking a break till 3rd week of December due to my final examinations.

The following 3 chapters will be Christmas Special chapters in which the crew celebrates Christmas together.

Hope you all keep supporting my work.

Lots of Love
Pegasus

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