Gum Flower Wedding

Robin sighed as Nami kept asking her question of a perverted nature. It really was hard being the only other woman. "Miss Navigator. I'm not good at this questioning… This isn't an area I have much experience in." Robin finally admitted. She wasn't skilled in this. She just picked what she thought Luffy would find..sexy. Nami realized what Robin meant and stopped. Amazed she had kept it for twenty eight years, especially in her previous line of work.

"Well, Nami." She responded. "I was saving myself. You know. The one." She said, smiling as she looked at the ceiling. "Besides, knowing you could grow teeth anywhere will scare a man." She giggled. Getting a frightened yell from Nami.

Luffy had changed into his suit at the church. It was a bit tighter than he remembered, but that was alright. He was happy. Everyone looked so cool in their tuxes.

Franky groaned, he hated clothes that covered his magnificent body.

Zoro groaned, he hated clothes that made it harder to fight in.

Chopper groaned, he hated putting clothes on over his clothes.

Usopp groaned, he hated to be left looking like the others when he was better!

Sanji swooned, Nami-Swan would find him so hot in this!

Zoro patted his pocket. He had been working on his speech for hours. Seeing Luffy go all monster had really motivated him to not screw this up.

Luffy was anxious. He hadn't seen Robin in soooo long! He wanted to barge through and kiss her, but his entire crew stopped him, struggling to do so. Stupid rules… He liked kissing! It made him feel warm. Like eating meat.

Robin was nervous. She looked at herself in the mirror. The tight purple dress was beautiful. It puffed out at the bottom while being tight at the top. She liked the way it felt. Revealing yet private. The only opinion that mattered though was Luffy's.

Luffy was waiting by owl guy in the front of the middle of the church. He wanted Robin. He was told by Zoro he'd be getting something special tonight if he waited. Owl guy hit him for it, but Luffy was glad Zoro told him. It made the wait manageable.

The music played and everyone instinctively looked more…respectable. Chopper was chosen to walk Robin down the aisle. He was the only one Luffy didn't get angry at for being beside her. He had gotten very protective since the arena.

He couldn't think of that right now. His eyes were locked on the goddess he was about to call his wife. He couldn't see anything else as she approached, slowly. Smiling at the few guests. Iceburg had come. Trying to sit far away from Kokoro. Chimney had dressed Gonbe up in a little suit to be presentable. Some Franky Family members were there, more for supporting Franky than anything. They had watched the fight and were scared for him to be alone with the monster. Not that they could really help.

The owl guy was halfway done talking when Luffy began to get restless. It was important to Robin so he'd try and focus on owl guys words, but it was hard. Something about being together forever. He already planned on that! Next part! Finally he heard the good part. Vows.

Luffy took a deep breath as he took the paper from his pocket. He wanted to memorize it, but it was hard enough getting it out and put all, wordy. He glanced up to see Robin's comforting smile. He didn't feel bad about reading it off paper anymore.

"Robin. Though I haven't known you long, I…I've cared about you from the moment we met..." He had to take a deep breath. He was spilling his guts for the World now, not just Robin. "I didn't know what it was, but I cared about you a way I didn't expect. You wanted to die but, I couldn't let you. You were a nice woman inside, that's what mattered." After the fight with Crocodile wasn't the first time they had seen each other. But for truly meeting, it was a good moment. He said, looking to his crew. He smiled as he saw nothing but warm looks. They understood. Their captain saw the good in everyone he could. "So I had to promise myself, don't let the ones you care about get hurt.." He gripped his hand, thinking about the times he had failed. The threat of Ear Lobes, that Fox Freak, Ice Guy, Pigeon Guy.. Luffy didn't give them the honor of remembering their names. He took another deep breath as he stopped focusing on his enemies. On the times they had won. "From this point on, you won't be. I will fight the World for you!" He yelled, getting more excited. "We'll fight them together!" His eyes beamed at the prospect. He dropped the paper and smiled wide. Going off of script. "It'll be so great! We can beat up all kinds of people together!" A smack from owl guy got him back on topic. "Sorry…" He was about to pick up the paper but stopped. "Robin…I love you. I can't think of anything better than being with you. Be with me forever."

Robin was on the verge of tears as she listened to his words. He was adamant about taking the world on together. He was so ridiculous most of the time. But now, he was so serious. She fought herself from hugging him. Her cool demeanor didn't falter.

"Luffy...When we first really met, I wanted to die. But, you wouldn't allow that." It was funny they had both picked their first meeting. She paused, thinking back to his fight with Crocodile. He was injured, close to death. But he wouldn't let her die. "You gave me a new reason to live. To join your crew. To make sure you became the Pirate King. But, it became more…" She paused. This was all overwhelming. His look secured her. He was enjoying this. "I wanted to make you the most powerful man in history. With me at your side." She smiled at the thought. She was picturing it more and more. "We could take on any foe. With the two of us, we will be the most powerful!"

Everyone sweat dropped as they heard the vows. Except the priest. This was supposed to be all about eternal love. To have and to hold. This was about fighting the World! The priest simply smiled. He had heard it a lot. Pirate weddings went like this. It was a promise that you would fight for this person before anyone else, though the man wished these pirates would talk more about their feelings. He had Luffy place the ring on Robin's delicate finger. He was wearing the simple band that came with it. They kissed. Causing tears to fall around the room.

Chopper finally started to grasp marriage. They would make great kids together.

Franky was in tears. He was so sappy at stuff like this. They fought the World once and now they'd do it forever. He looked at his Family in the church. They were tearing up too. He loved these guys!

Nami still couldn't believe she loved that idiot. But was happy they loved each other. Robin deserved happiness and Luffy could certainly give it. He had an infectious way of making everyone happy.

Sanji couldn't hold back the tears. Despite how hard he fought. His beautif…Robin was never going to be his. At least Luffy only wanted one woman. Nami-Swan was all his!

Usopp was proud of his captain, and envious. Not over Robin, but over marriage. He hadn't even thought about marrying Kaya before he left. He felt such guilt. But it would be better once he was a Brave Warrior of the Sea!

Zoro had finally given in, after the pervert cook of course. He didn't know why he was crying. It just felt…right. Luffy, his best friend, was becoming a man worthy of being the Pirate King. Dartbrow better not say a word about these tears.

They finally broke away from the kiss. Staring each other in the eye. It was official. The World didn't have a chance. Two Devils would fight them.

The reception was a blur in the mind of everyone who attended. The booze flowed like water and the good times rolled on. The only memorable part, besides Luffy getting his face smashed with a piece of cake which he then licked clean, was Zoro's speech.

'Damnit. I hate this crap.' He thought as he tapped his glass, getting everyone's attention.

"I would like to give a speech!... But not a shitty one like people usually give!" He yelled, feeling the eyes upon him. He didn't like this pressure.

"I've known Luffy the longest on our crew. He can't do much to surprise me anymore. This, however, was a shock." Zoro said with a smirk, looking at his captain. "I thought Luffy was too hard headed to get a girlfriend, let alone a wife. Though girlfriend's don't work too well on Pirate crews I guess. If you care about each other, you can't hold back. There is no question of feelings. Not with these two." He drank from his wine glass, which was filled with rum. "So this wasn't stupid." He eyed Nami, Sanji, and Usopp. "But it was quick. Everything happens fast, so why not this? Luffy. Robin. I have faith in you. So now I'll be fighting to make you the Pirate King and Queen!" He said, downing the rest of his rum. There was a cheer and another kiss from the happy couple.

Luffy and Robin were now in the Girl's Quarter's. Luffy was happy to change out of his suit, and Robin felt more comfortable in something she didn't have to constantly protect her clothing. Laying on the bed together. Robin looked at her bag in the corner. Wondering what response Luffy would give from it.

"Hey, Robin." Luffy asked, seemingly calmer than usual. "What's Con Sum Mate? Who're we conning?" He asked, ignorant to the true meaning.

Robin merely giggled. The constant embarrassment she felt from actually buying those passing as she looked at the ring. She had gotten what she really wanted. She could wait for that. After all, he needed to learn more before she gave him free reign. "Oh Luffy. Don't worry about that yet. When we get more settled, I'll teach you."

Luffy frowned. He didn't know what it was, but he was promised it! He huffed and crossed his arms, upset the promise was broken.

"Oh come on, Luffy." Robin said, pushing him a bit. She smiled as she thought of what would typically cheer him up. She whispered and hands sprouted from Luffy. Tickling him all over.

"R-Robin! Mercy!" He yelled out, howling in laughter. His frown was gone as she stopped, giving him a smile before she felt him pin her to the bed. He leaned in to her ear and whispered "My Turn!"

The rest of the crew was starting to go to bed, when they heard something interesting from the Girl's Quarters. Whatever it was could be heard throughout the ship to a lesser degree. When they stood outside however, it was clear what they were doing.

"L-luffy!" Robin called out, hardly able to breathe. This was the first time her captain had countered her tickle onslaught. She turned beat red as he tickled with intent. Smiling as he attacked her belly with wiggling fingers. Able to wiggle at incredible speeds. "S-slow down! It's too much!" She screamed out, laughs muffled in a pillow. She didn't yet comprehend what she was yelling. Causing some…confusion.

The male Straw Hats, excluding Chopper, fell to the ground with nosebleeds. Nami sighed and kicked each of them with anger. Now it was certain she wouldn't be sleeping in her bed tonight. There was no chance she was going to interrupt them. The stupid men made her contemplate taking all of their quarters, but decided against it. They were just being men. Stupid, Perverted Men.

The morning sun shined up The Thousand Sunny. Nami had slept in the dining room, with the assistance of Sanji making her a cot fit for a Queen. It was hard on Sanji to not rush to wake Nami-Swan and Robin up for their perfect meals. Nami was already in the dining room. Luffy had done a good job scaring Sanji out of lovey dovey mode with Robin. Assisted with the help of the Marriage and Robin herself.

Luffy had woken up first. If anyone was in there, they'd be surprised. He didn't rush off to get food. He simply lied there, petting her lightly. She had woken up shortly after Luffy, but didn't let him know. She liked this side of Luffy. The world just seemed to stop for them. She slowly pretended to awaken. Looking up at him as he smiled. "Good morning, Wife!" He said with a laugh. Liking her new title. Not as much as she did however. "Let's go eat breakfast!"