#a-musing-mixologist (Kid)

[naviculariis]

*Slides some purple and crimson night-sky petunias into Killer's hair* (Kid)

ㅤ⠀Oh. Oh, he blinks in surprise at the flowers, though he stands still to let Kid work his magic. He can't help but grin to himself at the gesture. Sometimes, stopping at random, small islands was a good idea, it seemed.

ㅤ⠀❝Got me feeling like I'm a wee princess, love.❞

[per-oceanum]

❝ No life can escape being blown out by the winds of change and chance. ❞ (Kid)

Prompt

ㅤ⠀❝You speak as if we know one another in such an informal manner.❞ Crocodile rumbled, voice low- a threat lingering within the words. His gaze settled upon the infamous captain; young, hot headed, full of himself and his pride. A bounty worth hundreds of millions- he certainly was no upstart. Even so, the days of turning over heads for coin were behind him. 

ㅤ⠀Lips curve into a sneer; a crocodile-esque grin. ❝Or do you greet every person you meet in such a charming manner, Captain?❞

[draconxs]

@a-musing-mixologist said: Kid VC: Nobody needs to know that. :/ @aamaranthiine said: Thea pressing the bottom button like a cat would put its paws on something it shouldnt.

He wants to say something mean so bad but he doesn't want to get drawn into anyone's pace especially the youngsters.

[mingos]

@a-musing-mixologist ❤️'d for a thing from 999 years ago. // kid

　❝ eustass kidd. i'm told you're the type of person who likes to stay informed. ❞

　the king was taking a gamble here; he knew very little of this up & coming generation of pirates ー the 'worst generation', the media was calling them now. the government's new problem children. though, barring law, he had yet to find any of them impressive, or even any more brutal than the generation that came before it, that is to say his generation.

rookie pirates were always tough to get a read on. they hadn't accomplished quite enough for him to gauge their strength, or how much of an obstacle ー or ally ー they could be to him. as far as doflamingo was concerned, all they had done thusfar was upend an auction house he had been meaning to get rid of ー more of a favor than a nuisance, really ー and assaulted a celestial dragon. small feats, really.

　❝ what a coincidence ー so am i. i was hoping you could inform me on someone ー one of your fellow supernovas, actually. ❞

[aamaranthiine]

“ Got caught giving a fuck. Embarrassing. ” (Kid)

( will find meme prompt later bc im at work - for @a-musing-mixologist's Kid )

"You dont seem embarrassed to care about your crew," is Thea's cool response, "but dont worry, I wont tell anyone." A touch of wry humor there, even as she straightened wrinkled clothing and repinned braids that had come loose. It had been a close call, how she'd almost been thrown overboard. Kid had been in the right place, at the right time, and had plucked her out of the air before she'd gone too far and landed in the ocean.

And landing in the open sea meant drowning.

"I appreciate the save though, be a terrible fate to drown." Not too ruffled about the 'what ifs' of the situation, just relieved to be safe and firmly on her two feet again.

[infloresco]

@a-musing-mixologist liked for a starter. [Kid.]

Getting in trouble seemed to be ingrained into the DNA of all the worst generation pirates, specifically those who had made a huge name for themselves. Perhaps because of all the running or simply because they are pirates and it's expected of them. What is not expected is this, saving an entire country from the clutches of a tyrant. And no, it doesn't go amiss to the archeologist that everyone had their own ulterior motives, and she doesn't judge them for it.

As celebrations died down and the streets of Wano began to their new normal, Robin sat at the port, watching the three crew gather their supplies for the trip ahead. After so long they were all parting ways, but it also got her curious. She had spoken to Law during the celebration, picked his brain about certain topics that no one less could provide her knowledge of but now she is trying to figure out the endgame for the Kid's pirates.

Speaking of which...

"Kid." her voice is soft, but it carries itself over towards him loud and clear. "What is next for you?"

[medicus-felini]

↷ continued from ⸍here⸝

↷ ⸍@a-musing-mixologist (Kid)⸝

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     ❝ There is no need to act shy, Captain   ! ❞     Linn was beaming. It comes off as alien to her as to why he would like to keep his birthday between only few people. It is his day. The joy was only underlined by a white fluffy tail wagging happily   —   no shame, for a change.

     ❝ Birthday birthday birthday ~ ❞     Low, happy hums accompany the utmost prominent purr coming out of the feline's throat.

[ravarui]

She? What was the other talking about? Had he started to imagine things before getting washed ashore? Wouldn't be that surprising. Shanks himself had thought the younger and his crew were done for, that he would sink to the bottom of the ocean together with his ship, especially as a devil fruit user. And yet here they were. While he couldn't deny to be curious to know about whom the other was talking about, right now it mattered little. Maybe he would ask another time, even if he doubted he would get an actual answer.

Ah, just as he had suspected. Stubborn, but protective of his remaining crew. It was a trait Shanks respected. Who knows? If things might have gone different from the start he would have actually gotten along with the rookie. Not that he faulted him for trying to come after him. Kid wanted to become King of the Pirates like so many others and taking down the old order, defeat the current emperors was a necessary task. Just normal business actually.

As for the offer, well he had the feeling that it wouldn't be well received and Benn would judge him hard for it when he caught wind of it. Nevermind that his vice captain probably already had a good idea on what was going on in Shanks' head. But he had his reasons, reasons the others wouldn't understand, not yet.

"Join my crew." And before the other can interject or flip out he adds: "Temporarily!" Shanks was already bracing himself for a rather loud reaction from the younger redhead. He is well aware that technically he isn't giving him much choice. Would he kill them if he rejected? No, only if Kid would claim that this was what he wanted. Like he had told him earlier, but this was a detail they didn't know. For all they knew he would toss them overboard and let them sink the moment Kid would tell him no.

He lowers his gaze, lip curling as the other redhead approaches. He'd thought his journey over before now. Once in Udon, when he'd given up his freedom to try and save his partner. And once at Onigashima when, unbeknown to him, Hawkins had been interfering with his battle. Both times, he'd made it through. ... No, not just him. He'd survived because of others. Luffy, Killer, Trafalgar. Whether he'd wanted them to or not, there had been companions fighting for him. Some more tolerable than others. No matter how he looked at it, it had never been his own strength alone.

Was this truly the end now? The majority of his crew, gone. Not captured, gone. The three that had survived, imprisoned here now beneath the gaze of an Emperor's top men, and all of them subjected to Red Hair's whims. Trafalgar and Straw Hat had sailed their own ways. There wasn't anyone else. This time, it was truly all on him. Was it really over?

"Tch. Ye talk a big game, ye foxy-haired eejit. I can hear ye from halfway across town. But if ye cannae back up those words, then what guid are they? Ye comin' back here all torn-faced 'cause I kicked both yer erses in front of everyone frae laughin' at me?" She crossed her arms, glaring down at him. "I dinnae need th' likes ' ye on my crew, you blabbin' nonstop and that one not bein' able t' string twa words t'gether t' save his life. Thought betwixt th' twa o' ye, ye could grow a pair. I was givin' ye too much credit. Eh, whatever. I'm gyan tae leave this place an' find that treasure. Keep on buildin' yer wee toys, an' maybe one day they'll get ye somewhere. But I'll be far ahead o' ye, jus' ye watch me!"

Victoria. He huffs out a soft, broken laugh, a faint memory resurfacing in his tired mind. "Wasnae th' sea." He thought he'd been dreaming, but... It would be just like her. She'd carried them as far as she could, and when she could go no further, she'd flung them unceremoniously ahead with a wish and a threat. If he gave up now, he'd never be able to face her again. He didn't doubt she'd kick his ass in the afterlife if he dared to roll over and die here when their goal was nearly in sight. Not after everything they'd been through. "She said our journey's nae over yet. Heh. Stubborn lass, right up tae th' last... She wouldnae be afraid tae give you a few lumps, haki or nae."

Killer's hand closes around his, fingers tapping a silent message. I'm with you. Always. The decision was his, but he wasn't alone, was he? Not yet. Not yet. He raises his head finally, meeting Shanks' gaze. "Fine. I'll hear ye out. I've got my pride as a pirate, aye. But I've also got those who are yet countin' on me. I'll nae let those that remain down. Sae speak."

[thenorthblues]

@a-musing-mixologist asked: [ Walk in on my muse naked ]

Naked ( kid for Law <3 )

To say a vacation was needed was an understatement. With the events of Wano Kuni behind them, the Hearts (with the loudest being Shachi, Penguin, and surprisingly Ikkaku) convinced their captain to make a stop at some kind of tourist island. Law agreed begrudgingly, especially since he couldn't quite disagree against the medical and health reasons that were being brought up in favor of a short break.

Upon arriving, everyone was quick to go their own ways, delighted for not only the space outside the Tang, but the attractions and food abound the island. Law himself had found himself at an open air hot springs. It seemed mostly empty for the time being, not many guests around.

Sighing, Law settled himself on the edge of the bath, towel haphazardly draped accross his lap and feet in the water. Modestly was a bit pointless with no one else around. He'd get in eventually, but saw no reason to rush. Wanting to take advantage of the quiet, Law took his time just lounging, leaned back on his arms and stared off into the sky.

Surely, it wasn't likely for someone to come bursting in out of the blue. Most people were out at some event or another, and even then, it seemed like a somewhat slow season for the island. Law let his attention drift, thinking about everything and nothing all at once.

[naviculariis]

@a-musing-mixologist sent...

❛  you have the most perfect tits.  ❜ (Kid for Killer, if you want hehe)

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ㅤ⠀He was wet. No, correction: he was soaked to the bone. The storm had come out of nowhere, soaking the whole damn crew of the Victoria as they scrambled to draw the sails in and tie down every loose item on deck. The waves hadn’t helped, either, with sea water slamming onto the deck as the waves broke against the side of the ship. Poor Heat had almost gone overboard at one point before Killer had grabbed them and yanked them back up top. They were lucky to have made port for the evening, even if it meant walking into the tavern inn like drowned cats. 

ㅤ⠀Head tilted over, Killer wrung out his blonde tresses into the tub, grimacing at just how much rain and sea water had soaked through. A bath, later. Just to manage his hair, if nothing else. Towel acquired, he settled it across his shoulders as he flipped his hair back into place, damp bangs brushed back for the time being. He frowned as thunder rumbled, shaking the inn. This would put a delay on their timing in reaching the next island, but some things-

ㅤ⠀… Wait.

ㅤ⠀❝Come again?❞ He asked, lips tilting into an amused grin as he turned, leaning his hip back against the sink edge. His arms crossed over his chest as he studied Eustass curiously, head tilting to the left. ❝I dunnae, Eus. Have ye seen yerself lately? Could put some hens down in the tavern tae shame!❞ He teased lightly, though his gaze wandered down to his own chest, brows furrowing. Huh. 

ㅤ⠀Shite, maybe Eustass was right. Hands reached, cupping his own chest. He certainly had gained more muscle mass as of late. Nowhere near as much as Eustass, but Eus had always been able to gain muscle mass faster than he did. 

[sillygum]

Mouth falls open into a small 'O' with a understanding hum. "Explains a lot. 'm glad you guys made it outta there." Kid's near belligerent aggression makes more sense, it's still annoying but if Dawn island was one big Gray Terminal him and his brother's would have turned out worse too. "Yeah, yeah you won't let me." He laughs.

BETTER captain? SUPERIOR crew? Luffy can feel a vein in his temple throb, smile twitching. "Now wait a damn minute! My crew can beat yer crew any day of the week!" Finger jabs at his chest with each word, mouth growing larger and louder as he does. "What does that have to do with being a good captain?! That's totally different! They were wasting food!" One of the highest crimes when children are starving. "I'd do it again!" He huffs.

"Tsk, I'm not waiting for either of you when WE get there FIRST!" Up on his tiptoes now Luffy leans forward to smack his forehead against Kid's. "I told you I'M going to be king of the pirates, anything but first ain't happening ya bastard!"

"Our island wasn't affiliated with the World Government, so we only had each other. It was more like the lawless islands of Sabaody than anything. Nothing more than a hunting ground..." Wait, why the hell is he giving this guy any information? "What I'm sayin' is don't you dare underestimate us!"

"I'm gettin' there first 'cause I'm the better captain and we're the superior crew! I'm not the one who blew our damn cover at Onigashima over some red beans, so you don't get to talk about pickin' fights!" He jabs a finger in return, gold eyes blazing. "Maybe when I do get there, I'll be thoughtful and wait a bit until you and that annoying surgeon show up!"

[draconxs]

@a-musing-mixologist asked: ❛  i know what you want, but i’m not going to give it to you, no matter how hard you try. so do your best.  ❜

The only thing Kaido wanted from this petulant brat was submission, nothing else mattered except if it came down to it, death would be a last resort. Kaido was not that merciful, and he did not want to give the redhead an easy way out of this. He wanted him to understand that for all the uproar his generation had caused that it would never match up to the emperors imposing hold over the new world.

"Stubborn one, are we? At least you have guts unlike your allies." Those other two captains and their respective crews fell as easily as a house of cards to a stiff breeze. How could he possibly expect any different result even if it took a bit more effort on his part? The emperor was no stranger to getting his hands bloodied to get what he wanted.

"Tell me this much, does the rest of your crew have the same drive as you? Or would they rather follow the flag of a much stronger man?"

[mingos]

💥(Kid)

well if kid ever wants to fuck around and lose his other arm he knows who to callー

[aamaranthiine]

( continued. for @a-musing-mixologist's Kid. forever later lol )

The technicality didnt feel quite necessary to mention in her opinion but she doesnt say such. He had helped her out and that meant she is grateful. Though she certainly wouldnt lay it on thick, as the saying went. "Hmm, I dont typically wear metal, carry plenty of it in my artificer's kit though." Which isnt with her right then, but she does loose the wide sash around her waist to reveal a set of daggers.

"I always have these on me, your Ability should work on at least one of them." The small blades had very intricate hilts - almost like branches twisting their cross guards and off the pommels - "Just in case I get tossed like a sack of potatoes again."

Thea also looks to the retreating ship, which looked worse for wear considering the recent scuffle, "They were wise to run, but it's almost a shame I didnt get a real chance to fight.. My skills might be getting rusty." Musing as she retied her sash securely.

[songofnoheart]

rules: bold which trope you prefer ( or, in some cases, maybe just hate the least ) out of each of the following pairs.

slowburn or love at first sight

fake dating or secret dating

enemies to lovers or best friends to lovers

oh no there's only one bed or long-distance correspondence

hurt / comfort or amnesia

fantasy au or modern au

mutual pining or domestic bliss

smut or fluff

canon-compliant or fix-it

reincarnation or character death

one-shot or multi chapters

kid fic or road trip fic (not sure if "kid fic" means them having kids or being kids but if we talking BEING kids then kid fic is my choice))

arranged marriage or accidental marriage

angst or crack

college romance or middle aged romance

time travel or isolated together

neighbors or roommates (and they were roommates..!)

sci-fi or magic au

apocalyptic or mundane

TAGGED BY: Borrowed from @lovehungered !!

TAGGING: @waxgentleman , @kaizokugaris , @ikkaku-of-heart , @chatcambrioleur , @melodysian , @a-musing-mixologist , @diabelskoga , @climatact (SORRY IF YOU DID THIS ALREADY)

[seaoftales]

He'd normally leave Beck handle whatever was happening up on deck, even when one of the crew up in the crow's nest announced a ship approaching theirs. Still, even Beck knew when to get Shanks, as was the case now. He poked his head inside the captain's cabin.

❝ You'll want to see this. ❞

Shanks, looking up from his desk, gave the older man a questioning look, to what Beck just motioned with his head towards the outside. A spyglass was handed to Red Hair as soon as he stepped out. There was a ship approaching. Not just any ship, either. Spyglass raised, the emblem on the sail and on the Jolly Roger all too familiar --- but how?

It was none other than Eustass Kid.

So the bugger somehow managed to survive their battle on Elbaf, even being thrown into the water. Shanks was well aware how this could very well end very ugly very fast for them. He didn't underestimate the threat Kid posed, far from it, in fact, though clearly he severely underestimated how stupid one could get. Sadly, you couldn't cure stupid, at least not in his experience.

The crew got into positions, specifically instructed to hold fire unless the Kid Pirates fired first. There'd be hell to pay then.

❝ Third time's the charm, isn't it? ❞ He mused as the ship came close enough he'd be within ear shot. ❝ What do you want, Kid? Came here for revenge? Or lose that other arm you have? ❞

@a-musing-mixologist ♥'d / for Kid