Corazon
Song His daughter by Molly Kate Kestner
When Brook first met the Strawhat crew, he could sense that there were presents of apparitions, though he could feel that most of them were ready to move on. The apparitions must have just wanted to spend some more time with their loved ones. What Brook first noticed was that the Strawhats each had someone, well everyone except the captain. The swordsman had a girl who looked young, who was following him around with a small smile that was glistening with pride. She must have been a big sister figure to Zoro, she was most likely the reason Zoro tried so hard and succeeded. The girl had a large bruise on the side of her head. A concussion, Brook had concluded. The navigator had one person, —though Brook could tell she had more, they had already moved on— a woman with a shot wound, she was quite beautiful and you could see how strong she was. She looked at Nami with admiration. You could tell she loved Nami. The warmth the woman showed, could only be one thing, a mothers love. The sniper had a woman who he resembled—minus the lips— she looked perfectly fine, though as time past he heard painful coughs corrupted the usual silent and calm air. The cook had a woman as well and she was much like the women he explained before, though held a very different appearance. She as he once again concluded, was sick as well. The doctor had a man who looked quite old, and this man would wake up Brook occasionally. Either from the man reciting medical knowledge to the sleeping reindeer, or the man tell the young doctor a short story, wishing him a good night. One of the first people Brook had seen was a giant, though he appeared later on and scared Brook, almost giving him a heart attack—though he doesn't have one—. The big friendly giant was one of the archaeologist's loved one, he held some frost to him, inundating he died in the cold. A woman with white hair accompanied the orange haired giant, usually lounging on the ship's deck, around Robin. She was almost always calm—unlike some of the other mothers who'd worried a bit much— much like Robin herself... The shipwright had a merman-like creature with a white beard, his face usually holding a scold when Franky did something idiotic. Though he held a hidden smile under his stern features. Then, it was the captain who strangely had no one. For the months and through the adventures Brook had been with Luffy, no one ever appeared. It was strange, to say the least. But, unlike his captain Brook had seen many people that were distraught, along with the apparitions, it was a lot to bare. Both the living and dead wanted one thing, and that was to be together. Brook always grimaced at the thought of his captain first lost loved one. Brook couldn't image the sunny and joyful captain, having teary and glossy eyes and the foreign facial expression of bitterness and despair... Brook didn't want to think about that, but it was life. It happened to everyone.
Not many people had such content spirits like the StrawHats. But, some were special cases. Like the spirit Brook saw on Sabaody Archipelago island. At the slave auctioning house. When Brook arrived, some spirits were there. Most of them upset and angered by the way the Celestial Dragons treated the people, most where mermaids, some fishmen, even some humans. But, one of those apparitions didn't hold a grudge against the celestial dragons, or well not personally. Instead of anger and despair, the spirit held a melancholy tone, it was strange. Brook's attention was brought to that region. His vision flickered to a transparent man who was quite taller than himself. He was littered with bullet wounds, and a small melancholy smile danced on his lips that contained a lit cigarette. Next to the tall transparent man, was a man who held a dull look on his face. His cold golden eyes stared at the slaves shown on stage. His light-colored skin contrasted greatly with the grayish purple that stained the under of his eyes, much like how his white hat contrasted with the brown shapes that were splattered on his hat. Brook has spotted this man once before on a wanted poster, his name was Trafalgar Law. The transparent man's eyes flickered to the pirate captain and to the front seats that held the celestial dragons. His eyes held a bitter and knowing tone, but they soon flicked back to Trafalgar. Brook's gaze followed to where the tall apparition's eyes once were, he then realized the auction house was full of small screeches about a loose Fishman. In that instance, he apprehended that Hatchi was the one that people were screeching about, but before Brook could comprehend anything else he heard a gunshot. A thud was heard and was followed by silence and then the loud cheering of the Dragon who shot Hatchi while the others muttered thanks for 'the Fishman' who would've made them contract an illness. It irritated Brook, but he was sure it irritated the other StrawHats just as much. But, Luffy was the one who conveyed it. Brook watched as Luffy was engulfed in anger, his features contorted with irritation. He watched as Hatchi tried to interrupt Luffy's action, but of course, Luffy didn't listen to Hatchi's complaints and disagreement. He walked up to the Celestial Dragon that injured Hatchi and punched him to the ground. All his anger was gathered into his one fist. Brook looked back to the melancholy spirit that was next to the pirate captain, he was now slightly laughing, he seemed giddy along with Trafalgar whose features held a knowing smirk... That's where Brook first saw this apparition.
x•x•x
After two years and some time, Brook never suspected to see the melancholy spirit again. But, destiny had different plans. It turned out the Strawhats and the Heart pirates—or at least their captain— made an alliance. Throughout their journey to capture Caesar Clown, Brook was only able to stare at the apparition who was now huffing and complaining about how this was a horrid idea and how he was going to get hurt. Brook could see the worry in the glints of his eyes Brook could tell that this apparition knew more about the plan then the Strawhats. Or maybe the apparition wasn't confident that the surgeon could go through his plan. But, whatever it was Brook decided not to question it. It was never good to doubt a comrade. But, once they captured Caesar. Brook couldn't keep his gaze off of the apparition. Apparently, the spirit was named Rosinante. Or at least that's what some of the other spirits knew him as. Mainly the big friendly giant—known as Saul— and Nami's apparition— who Brook found out was Bell-mère—. Brook listened to their conversations and learned that Rosinante was a commander in the marines and the retired fleet admiral, Sengoku, was considered his father. But, that's all Brook was able to hear because Luffy was complaining about how he wanted music.
It took some time, but later on, when the sky was an ink-like color and the moon sat near the top of the sky. Everyone was asleep. It was a bit weird that it was quiet because usually, the spirits would catch up with one and other but, tonight the apparitions had gone to see their other loved ones. They'd most likely be back in a few days maybe a few weeks but, they always came back. Bell-mère would be visiting her other daughter Nojiko as well a Vivi, who was a girl that was the Princess of Alabasta. An island Brook sadly never got to visit, but apparently, Bell-mère cared for the girl who lost her own mother. Belle-mère was very caring. Kuina—the little girl that followed Zoro— had to check on her dad and then Milhawk, she had to see how much he was improving and try and push Zoro even farther. Even though Zoro couldn't hear a word she said but, that never stopped her. Saul and Olivia would go to Ohara just to look at the island that they died on, and perhaps they'd visit the retired Marine Admiral, Aokiji. Banchina would be visiting her husband, Yasopp, as well as a girl and some boys who lived on Syrup island where Banchina once lived. Sora always told them that she had to visit her other children. Tom would be visiting Water 7, to check on Kokoro, a mermaid who could turn human. He also needed to visit Iceburg, who like Franky was a shipwright who Tom taught. Along with a giant frog named Yokozuna. Hiluluk would be going to drum island and see a woman named Kureha, a doctor who Hiluluk begged to teach Chopper the medical arts. But, that just left one apparition. Rosinante.
Brook walked out onto the deck of the boat. Rosinante was sitting on the fake grass that made up most of the deck, he was on the other side of the sleeping Caesar. Brook sat next to the apparition, his knees bent and legs pushed up. He glanced at the quiet spirit who looked like he was contemplating something as his blue eyes eyed the sky that covered them. Brook suspected that Rosinante didn't notice him. So, Brook spoke up,
« Quite a beautiful night, wouldn't you say? »
The apparition breathed out,
« Yes, it is quite gorgeous... I never do look up at the sky much...»
It took Rosinante a minute, but he soon turned to Brook, who was staring at him. He was startled, to say the least. Rosinante quickly jumped back and fazed through both the mast and Caesar. Brook heard the spirit shiver in disgust when he fazed through Caesar, but that was suspected. It was always quite weird and nasty going through someone else. Rosinante stood up and walked in front of Brook and sat down, facing him. His face held confusion, as he pointed at himself.
«Can you see me?»
Brook quietly laughed his "Yohohoho"s' and nodded. The spirit was filled with relief and joy. His eyes gleamed in happiness and he yelled in triumph, he was so happy he could finally tell Law... Tell Law... Law! Rosinante's features converted from the happiness he once felt to fear and concern.
« Skeleton, You have to tell Law that Doffy's going to slaughter him! Tell Law I'm not worth it, all I wanted was for him to be free... I.. I.. » The spirit stopped talking. He was slightly shaking, as his eyes started to gleam with tears. He put his head into his hands as he said loudly, «Uh!! It's all my fault, why am I so clumsy?! Idiot..» The spirit finally stopped wallowing in his self-pity and looked up from his hands. He then apologized to the Skeleton, Rosinante felt confusion radiate off of the bones in front of him. A wide awkward smile replaced his concerned features.
«Sorry about that» Rosinante bashfully apologized,«Its just, it's been 13 years... And I just want to protect Law from this demon. Why can't he just accept the fact that he's free! He could be a doctor in some rich country, but no. He had to be a pirate and go after Doffy!! I swear.. ugh!! He's so thick!.... That didn't sound right. Oh.. I rambled again sorry. Anyway, I didn't introduce myself, I'm Rosinante... And umm... Skeleton?»
«Oh, it's Brook..» Brook commented, still very confused about his interactions with this apparition. But, that necessary wasn't a bad thing. Just from seeing the spirit's face contort in a distressed way and hearing his jumpy tone of voice, and hearing him change topics at a rapid pace, Brook could tell that Rosinante greatly cares and worries about Law.
« Ah, yes Brook. Sorry about 'Skeleton' anyway. Do you happen to know where Law i-» Rosinante was cut off by a slight creaking noise which was caused by the upper wooden door opening. Franky always said he'd get to it but, he had too many ideas about making other fun creations, then fixing a slightly squeaking door. A deep and shuddered exhale was also heard, as if someone was trying to rid of some thought. Brook had done that exact exhaling breath when he woke up from the memories of his crew's death, but it has been much better after he joined the StrawHats. Though, that doesn't mean he never has them.
«Oh.. Hello Brook-ya..» The Heart Pirate's captain said in a tranquil tone that cut through the silent night like a steel knife. His tranquil voice was very opposed to how he appeared. When Trafalgar was in Brooks glaze, Brook saw that he was sweating and looking a bit paranoid as his eyes held a bit of self-loathing. The darker circles under his eyes hadn't help Trafalgar's case. He looked as if he'd been up for hours and had been blaming himself for something—it strangely reminded Brook of someone—. Rosinante must have thought the same. Brook heard a little sigh that was full of despair, it came from the spirit sitting next to him, now wallowing in sorrow. Law was walking down the stairs that led to the deck where Caesar slept and where Brook and Rosinante sat.
«Why... Why» Rosinante kept mumbling... «Why does he have to do this... Doffy wouldn't have searched for him... He was free. Why does he have to be so dense... So headstrong, so naive... » The apparition's voice held no poison in it. It only was full of concern and pity. Law silently sat down next to Brook and looked up to the clear inky sky with his calculating golden eyes that held despair, much like the one girl he made a promise to some time ago. Law must have caught on that Brook was looking vacantly at him. Because his shoulders slightly tensed and he asked, defensively what was wrong. Brook hesitated, wondering if it was right to question something. But, he backtracked and asked another question on his mind...
«Who's Doffy?» Laws eyes slightly widened and he kept quiet for a few seconds. Trying to work out the sentence in his brain. He only knew one person who called him that. Law replied, his voice low and steady.
«Doflamingo..» It was quiet for a bit, or well at least for Law. Brook was getting a mouthful from Rosinante...
«Why'd you ask him that?! I.. I was one of the only ones who call him that! Why didn't you ask me, I could have gladly told you. Oh.. Now he's going to be in despair. You're... You're. Not listening to me, are you?» Rosinante's voice who's once contained venom and anger was now shutting up. Most likely because he—like Brook— was looking into his golden eyes. They were focused on the night sky above him but, his eyes held a tint of pink in them. As if he had been crying, his nose was also a touch pinker. When Brook looked at Law, he could help but think of the girl he made a promise to. But, he didn't know why. Maybe the way he looked. Trafalgar looked fragile, something Brook never thought he could say about him. He looked a bit scared and vulnerable. This was not like Trafalgar... Then Brook saw something that was on Law's skin. They were fading spots of white that were barely noticeable, but it was just like Lammi's. Brook gasped. It just clinked, her brother... She couldn't find him, he's still here... But, how? Lammi had said that this isn't contagious, but there was no cure.. and Lammi had said that her country was blocked off from the others.
«Brook-ya are you okay? You seemed to doze off a minute ago... It's best if you get some rest, though you're a skeleton.» Law said his voice calm and collected... Brook nodded saying everything was fine and that he'd get some rest. That's when he walked away but, not until he glanced back at Law who was slightly shaking, and Rosinante who was desperately trying to comfort him.. Sadly, that was the end of his night. He had to think of how he was going to ask Law about Lammi and Rosinante... Maybe he'd ask Rosinante. But, that'd have to wait until tomorrow night. During the next day, Law seemed like normal. Ignoring Luffy's annoying antics, and Usopp's ridiculous stories... Though, that last one could usually be told off by a glare. Chatting with Chopper about medical notes he gave him, asking about his medical research. His sarcastic and quite scary remarks traded with Robin. Though, Brook can tell by the concerned look on Rosinante features that something was wrong.
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