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Two more weeks until Christmas and one more week of finals until it was time for Law to return home.
Not that he had much of a home where he was staying. The DonQuioxte mansion wasn’t exactly a place to raise a child and Law saw so many unsavory things growing up. Women and drugs came in and out of that house like clockwork. There were drunken fights occasionally, and the parties were obnoxious.
He was lucky Cora had him move in with him to their own home when he was 16, away from the noise, the chaos, and Doflamingo. He had to fight for custody and was able to get it granted after he proved to the judge how unfit of a guardian Doflamingo was. The house he lived in now was small, old, maybe even a run down, but it was much more of a home than the mansion ever was.
Law was able to focus on his studies and got a scholarship to study medicine at Grand Line University.
That’s where he met her.
Nico Robin.
An archaeology and anthropology major. Just two years ago they met in an advanced calculus class where the two of them sat next to each other during lectures. He was quite standoffish at first, mostly keeping to himself, but even he wasn’t immune from Robin’s quiet intellectual charm.
The first thing he ever noticed about her was her smile. So kind and warm to everyone who encountered her, soft spoken, friendly, usually polite. Law found her so easy to talk to, but soon noticed that she was too polite. Too prim and proper, trying to please others and live up to their expectations.
She was the daughter of famed archaeologist Nico Olvia after all.
Robin lived in Ohara until she was eight after loosing her mother and was sent to live with her aunt, uncle and cousin. They treated her terribly and she spent those years resenting them and being forced to do chores day in and day out.
Then things changed drastically when she was thirteen.
The home she was living in caught fire in the middle of the night while she was out, reading a book in the woods after crying her eyes out after a fight with her aunt. Her relatives did not survive and Robin lost nearly all her possessions. She was scared of what was to come, but Olvia’s friend Saul, who was actually her godfather took her in and welcomed her into his home.
Robin was relieved to finally be in a home that made her feel safe, and Saul treated her as if she was his own daughter. He never forced her to do chores, only yelled at her once and instantly regretted it, and always made sure he was there if she needed anything.
She worked extremely hard in school and got a full ride scholarship to Grandline University, following in her mother’s footsteps to study archaeology and finish the work she started.
The only distraction might be Trafalgar Law, the handsome and mysterious pre-med major. He was quiet at first, not friendly, even downright rude at times. He once called out the professor over an error on a question about limits and they argued back and forth the rest of that class, their professor not wanting to admit to a student he was actually wrong.
That was the day Robin knew she was interested in him. He was so passionate about what he believed in, and she was a bit turned on watching him argue with their professor, not giving him an inch and even going so far as to complain to the department head. She decided to try and become friends with him, and invited him to study with her.
To her surprise, he said yes. In his eyes, she was the only other student in class he could tolerate and although he didn’t care to admit it, she was slightly better at calculus than he was.
At first things were stiff and awkward, neither of them not sure what to talk about besides class, but Robin kept pressing him until he began to talk.
Slowly over the next several months, as they spent time together, she began to relax a bit and when he took her for a ride on his motorcycle, she never felt so free. Even he became more comfortable and relaxed around her, letting her and sharing more personal things about himself that most people didn’t know. Her roommate Viola kept telling her to try and sleep with him, but Robin wasn’t trying to do that. She respected him. Even if he did look breathtaking in that black leather jacket he wore.
Law was waiting out on the quad for Robin to show up, the air was cold and crisp, and it had already snowed twice this month, coating the school grounds with a few layers of fresh snow that had hardened from the repeated melting and freezing from the constant temperature fluctuations.
Law was bundled up in a thick black parka over his jeans and boots, wearing his favorite clouded leopard hat, sipping on a warm cup of tea, and holding a second cup just for her.
Jasmine green tea with honey. Her favorite.
Robin appeared just moments later, flawless as ever, dressed in her light purple down jacket that went to her knees, marching earmuffs and her jeans were tucked into a pair of knee high boots. Her long black hair was down today in loose waves, nearly down to her waist.
He nearly melted when he saw her. Nico Robin was perfect in every way to him, and she brushed a strand of hair off her shoulder as she made her way towards him.
He loved when she did that.
“I got you some tea at the student café.”
She smiled.
“Thank you. You didn’t have to.”
“I wanted to.”
Robin accepted the cup of tea, a brown paper cup covered in a cardboard sleeve and topped with a white plastic lid. It was a simple gesture she appreciated. Even on late study nights, he’d stop in to check on her in her dorm, even if he was up to his eyeballs in his own medical case studies and projects.
“Thank you.”
The tea was a bit hot, so she would drink it in a few minutes.
They began to walk around the campus together, the stone paths were sprinkled with salt to melt the ice, other students were milling about, many of them stressed or tired. Finals were especially grueling for the seniors, including Law and Robin who only had one more term before they completed school. Law had already applied for several medical schools and received at least five acceptance letters and was still deciding where to go.
Robin had put in applications to go on expeditions around the world, and was accepted into a program that was heading to Alabasta next fall.
As far as their relationship? Technically they were not in one, but they were very close friends.
He also had feelings for her. Every time she was in his space, his ears would grow hot and he was unable to speak in complete sentences. It was frustrating and he just wanted to tell her how he felt.
Trafalgar Law did not fall in love easily or with just anyone, but he knew he was in love with Robin. What he was not certain about was if she loved him in return.
They walked a bit further, eventually finding the center of town. All the homes were decorated in colorful strands of Christmas lights, or the simple white lights that gave off a yellowish glow. Some homes even had collections of giant inflatable Christmas characters in their lawns, which Robin found cute. Law found them ridiculous, especially the band of giant fat inflatable reindeer that played Christmas music in the background under the flashing red and green lights.
Cora was forbidden from putting up Christmas lights outside. The first year they moved in he almost fell off the roof and ended up in the hospital. Thankfully Law was able to stop him and held onto the roof for dear life as Cora climbed back up slowly. Since then, the tree was more than enough.
The ice skating rink was packed with children and families, a sled pulled by horses was running through the park, all the trees were bald except the pine trees, every single one covered in snow. A man was selling Christmas trees and had several dozen left. A woman dressed as an elf was collecting charity money for a local shelter and ringing a bell.
There was even a fake gingerbread house that children played in, and their parents were taking pictures of them with Santa Claus. A small child was sitting on Santa’s lap crying and throwing a tantrum while his parents tried to calm him down.
Cora tried to play Santa one year at the mall, and it was a disaster. The kids were so unruly and the parents were rude. One child even told him he wasn’t the real Santa and Cora got annoyed and told him he was getting coal for Christmas. That’s how he got fired. Thankfully Doflamingo still supplied them both with a steady stream of money, lest they take him back to court.
Suddenly Law felt the place had far too many people for his liking, so they continued on through the park until the noises and lights faded. The screams of children and the chattering of adults soon disappeared and it was just them.
Much better.
There was a pathway lit just by a simple row of lamps, each decorated with a wreath of spruce and secured with a big red bow. Still festive, but there was a beautiful timeless feel to the lamps that he liked. It was comforting and quiet.
Robin sipped on her tea, still hot, but cooled enough that she could drink it without burning her mouth.
“This is better,” Law said as they stood under the yellow glow of the lamps. “I didn’t realize there would be so many people out tonight.”
“It’s perfectly fine. It’s nice to see everyone in a festive mood this evening.”
Law smiled. She honestly would be happy no matter what they did together.
“Robin…”
“Yes?”
“Do you enjoy spending time together…with me?”
Robin was taken aback. What kind of question was that?
“I do. Why do you ask?”
Law took a breath. Robin knew he was about to say something important. He looked a bit pained from whatever he was holding in.
“We’ve been friends for a while now and I’ve realized that I may…”
He suddenly couldn’t think of a thing to say. Why was this happening now? This was the worst time to loose his words! His ears were growing hot and he was loosing his sense of reason.
“Law? Are you alright?”
A loud neigh was heard and the horse drawn carriage was barreling towards them, the sound of hooves against cobblestones and jingling bells echoed as the sleigh drew near. Law quickly grabbed Robin and pulled her out of the way and they fell backwards into the snow.
She was on top of him and their faces were so close together now, he could feel her breath so close to his, her heart raced and she blushed.
“I’m so sorry,” she said. “I should’ve paid attention. Are you alright?”
Law smiled.
“I am now. Robin…”
She began to climb off him and they got up, brushing the snow off themselves. Their teas had tipped over somewhat, but there was still some left in their cups.
Damn it! Why can’t I just tell her how I feel?
What’s wrong with me?
“Let’s keep walking,” Law continued. Robin kept walking beside him, enjoying the crisp cold evening air, glad they bundled up for the weather. The sky was quite dark and they could see some stars, but the light pollution made it difficult to see everything.
Robin was now suspicious as to what Law was up to. He wanted to tell her something…but what? What was this mysterious secret he wanted to reveal to her?
They made their way out of the park and down the streets, walking by the library that was closed for the evening; Robin’s favorite place to visit. They continued walking and found the elementary school, the playground out front was empty and Robin gave Law a sly look after finishing her tea.
“Race you to the swings!”
Before Law could react, Robin broke out into a fast sprint and he ran after her, she was laughing as she tried to stay ahead of him before he finally caught up to her, but before she could touch the swings, he grabbed her in a bear hug.
She was a bit surprised by this, but also found it rather endearing. They often hugged each other and teased one another, but Robin wasn’t always sure if he wanted anything beyond that. He kept his feelings in and his cards extremely close to his chest. It was so difficult to figure out what he was thinking sometimes.
There was no question that Law was extremely attractive. All the girls wanted so desperately to go out with him, but he never really paid attention to them. The man was so focused on his studies, and she was certain he had only one woman in mind.
Her.
The only problem was he wouldn’t say anything. It was so obvious he liked her, and she was just waiting.
Just like tonight.
It finally clicked.
He does like me! Why else would he keep staring at me and stuttering every time he tries to tell me!
As they let go of each other, there was a very serious moment between them for a second, and Law knew this was it. He was sweating and shifting uncomfortably, but decided to just go for it.
“Robin…”
“Yes Law?”
“I like you.”
She felt her face flush and she was blushing, her eyes focused on her feet and then back to him.
“I was waiting for you to say that. About time.”
He grumbled, feeling embarrassed and hiding under his hat.
“Hey, you’re the first girl after high school I’ve liked, give me a break!”
Robin smiled and leaned in, her warm breath was creating a mist in the air when she said softly, “I’m only teasing you.”
Law smirked and Robin hadn’t seen him look at her like that before. His steel gray eyes were focused completely on her and it was clear what he felt.
Without warning, he pulled her close to him and their eyes locked. Blue against gray. Robin reached up and touched his face, smiling.
“I like you too Law.”
Then their lips touched, pressing gently into a kiss.
They parted for a moment to gaze into each other’s eyes, Law was smiling knowing Robin felt the same way about him.
They kissed again, this time with more passion, and he pulled her in so her body was pressed up against his, their lips caressing each other over and over again, as if they had been waiting for this for so long.
When they finally parted, Robin went to the swings and Law did too, both of them attempting to swing with their long legs, but not getting very far without their feet hitting the ground. The swings were made for shorter people and they were both too tall, a common problem they both seemed to share.
They eventually gave up and Robin leaned over on her swing and kissed him.
“It’s getting cold, do you want to head back?”
Law sighed. He really didn’t want to get back to studying. He’d rather spend time with her.
“Okay. I do need to study…”
“I do too, but taking one night off won’t hurt us too badly.”
Law raised an eyebrow with interest.
“What else did you have in mind?”
“We can watch a movie in my room…and I can bake some chestnuts.”
“Let’s go.”
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The oven was set to 350°F and the chestnuts were currently baking in the oven. Robin made crosshatches on top so they wouldn’t explode in the oven just like her mother taught her as a kid.
Law and Robin were sitting at the counter, waiting for the chestnuts to finish baking while sharing a bottle of mulled wine from a dorm party two nights ago that was never opened.
They talked about finals and their holiday plans, Robin planned on staying with Saul, her godfather, and Law would stay with Corazon and they’d go out to eat so Cora wouldn’t scorch another turkey. They each had another drink together before the timer in the oven dinged and Robin went to go take out the pan full of chestnuts, using her oven mitts.
Law got up to inspect the chestnuts, each of them were baked and split at the top, exposing the yellowed flesh, the smell was sweet and savory and the brown shells looked crisp.
“We should let them cool for a few minutes before eating them.”
“I’ve never had one. What do they taste like?”
“Kind of like a sweet potato. They’re creamy like acorns. It’s not common knowledge, but those are edible too.”
Law enjoyed listening to Robin discuss the many types of nuts native to the area, really enjoying how intelligent she was. Sometimes she’d even surprise him and teach him something new, and he’d enthusiastically explain something he learned in class back to her.
Sharing these moments is what made him like her more and more each day, and he was relieved she felt the same way about him.
When the chestnuts were cool enough, Robin placed them into large glass bowl and they went upstairs to her dorm room that she was happy was empty since her roommate Viola was gone for the weekend visiting her boyfriend.
“What would you like to watch?” She asked him.
“I’m up for anything. Just nothing cheesy.”
Robin laughed.
“Oh Law, you know nearly every Christmas movie is somewhat cheesy. How about The Grinch?”
“The animated version or the live action?”
“Animated obviously. It’s a classic. Shall we?”
Law sat down on her bed and Robin sat next to him, both of them peeling and eating chestnuts as they watched the Grinch together.
The chestnuts were creamy and savory, the flavor was very nutty and robust as Law ate one after the other while Robin was eating her half of the chestnuts.
As they both reached into the bowl, their hands touched and they both stopped and paused to make eye contact, both of them blushing faintly.
Law leaned in and gently kissed her lips, enjoying how soft and warm they were against hers.
Robin could feel her heart race and her eyes fluttered closed as she returned the kiss and moved the bowl out of the way. The movie continued to play in the background as they continued to kiss, he gently bit her bottom lip, surprising her before slipping his tongue between her parted lips.
Law hummed with excitement as his tongue caressed hers, feeling a rush of blood go straight to his loins. He certainly could have sex if he really wanted to, but he decided to be a gentleman and let Robin take the lead. In the very least, making out with her would be enough to satisfy him for now.
Robin returned his kiss, and their arms wrapped around each other, pulling them closer until Robin felt Law pull her into his lap.
When she sat down, she could feel the growing bulge in his pants. She internally chuckled. Even Trafalgar Law was still a man with desires.
She could feel her insides tingle and the feeling of wanting him began to take over. Law kissed her gently on her jaw and her neck and slowly they settled onto the bed together with Robin on top of him. Law grabbed her in his arms and they flipped, making sure she was beneath him.
“Law…do we want to go all the way tonight?”
“Are you okay with that? If you’re not ready that’s alright.”
Robin smiled up at him and they kissed once more, their lips colliding and their bodies pressing up against each other as the movie continued to play in the background, the Grinch was stealing all the Christmas decorations from every Who in Whoville as Law slipped his tongue back into Robin’s mouth, their tongues fighting for dominance once again.
“No…I want to. I feel comfortable enough with you that I wouldn’t mind sleeping with you.”
He could feel himself become hard, he wanted so badly to get her naked, but it was only their first date and he was a bit nervous. She was his close friend, but could he really do that to her right now?
Robin moaned beneath him as they kept kissing and she ran her fingers down the back of his neck, sending a chill up his spine.
Damn her. She’s making me want her so badly…
Law got up and began taking off his sweatshirt, and Robin got to see how truly attractive he was for the first time.
He certainly did not disappoint.
His upper body was marked in intricate tattoos, only having seen the ones on his arms or his chest piece peeking out from his t-shirt. He couldn’t help but notice that Robin was staring at him, biting her lower lip and shifting beneath him, wanting him to take off her clothes.
“You like what you see?”
She nodded.
“Would you like me to get you naked?”
Robin sat up and lifted her arms and Law began to pull her sweater up and over her head, and then began to undo the clasp on her bra. He kissed her again as she reached for his waistband, unbuttoning his jeans and pushing the thick denim fabric off his hips.
When her bra came off, Law finished pulling down his jeans and his boxers, letting Robin see him naked for the first time. He was long and lean with well defined muscles, and his member was quite large and becoming erect for her.
“You’re so hot,” Robin whispered as he began to kiss her neck while unbuttoning her jeans, unzipping them and pulling them off her hips so she was only in her underwear.
“You’re so gorgeous,” his voice was quite low and Robin was mesmerized when he left kisses along her collarbone and then the tops of her breasts. “Everything…about you…makes me…only want you more.”
When Law finished his sentence, his lips were around her nipple, licking and sucking at her pink bud gently.
“Law…oh…”
He made his way over to her other breast, taking his time and licking at her nipple gently, then flicking his tongue against the hardened bud and gently blowing on it, making her tingle with anticipation.
“You’re so special to me and I know our lives are taking different directions after we graduate, but I just want to spend the next few months with you.”
Robin felt his words warm her heart and knew she loved him.
“Law…I feel the same way. I’ve always felt drawn to you and I admire your passion and your ambition.”
“Yeah?”
“I will also admit I was a bit turned on when you argued with our professor in calculus. Seeing you debate and get so into a topic…your intellect is incredibly sexy to me.”
Law smirked.
“Everything about you is sexy,” Law purred. “Now, how about you take off those panties so I can make you feel good?”
Robin licked her lips subconsciously and pulled her underwear off so Law would see her naked for the first time. He was loving what he saw, and Robin had a beautiful body that was just as stunning as her mind.
“Damn. You’re beautiful. I’m going to ruin that pretty little pussy of yours tonight…if you’re okay with that.”
“I like that very much…”
Robin giggled and pulled Law in for another kiss, their tongues intertwined gently as she felt Law’s hand make its way down to touch her between her legs. He gently rubbed her clit, earning a soft gasp from her as he slipped a finger inside her.
“You like that?”
“Uh huh.”
Robin moaned as his finger went deeper inside her, enjoying her slick wet walls as he slowly curled his finger inside her. His finger pulsed inside her, and Robin moaned again and laid down so he could access more of her body. He slipped a second finger inside her and kept curling his fingers, the pulsing against her sensitive spot continued. Law bent down so his head was between her legs and he looked up at her and smiled.
That smile got her every time and made her melt. He left soft and sweet kisses along her thighs, and her lower stomach, slowly circling but not touching her clit. He was teasing her all while he kept moving his fingers inside her, feeling her become wetter. Law finally made contact with her clit, flicking at it with his tongue and she let out a loud moan this time.
Her back arched as she pressed her pussy into his mouth, looking down as he sucked on her clit, flicking it with his tongue and never tiring for a moment. He was clearly hungry for her and couldn’t get enough of her.
Robin was wetter now, feeling herself leak all over Law’s fingers as she began looming closer to her climax.
“Law…I’m close…I think…”
He hummed.
“I think I have to pee.”
He chuckled and continued to pleasure her, and Robin had no choice except to relax and enjoy herself for a little bit longer as she could feel the build up starting to happen, her moans became louder until she felt a gush and she came onto his fingers.
Law pulled away and looked down as she coated his fingers with her arousal.
“I made you squirt…that’s good. You must really like me then?”
“I did? No one’s made me do that before…”
“Really? I’m guessing the other guys didn’t know what they were doing then.”
She laughed and they kissed again before they stopped and he gazed into her gentle blue eyes.
“I really do like you Law. I want you to make love to me.”
Law had been so busy pleasuring Robin that he deliberately ignored his hard his cock had become, it was curved slightly upward and throbbing to be inside Robin. He took a hold of it and gently pushed himself into Robin’s pussy, looking into her eyes as they both moaned together.
There was no turning back now. Law knew she was special to him and now he would give her the love and pleasure she deserved.
Law was gentle to start, sliding in deeper and pulling out just a bit so just the tip was still inside, and going back in again to tease her. He pushed himself back in so he filled her and slowly began to thrust into her.
“Oh yeah, this is nice,” his voice was soft and he moaned as his throbbing cock moved inside her. Robin moaned softly, enjoying being filled by him.
She pulled him down to meet her lips and they kissed, Robin was giddy and wanted to show him how much she cared for him.
Law began to pick up speed, grabbing her hips and tilting her pelvis upward. Robin wrapped her legs around him and moaned when she felt him bend down to lick her nipple once more.
“Oh! Yes!”
“You like that?”
“Oh!”
Law smirked.
“I guess you do.” His thrusting continued, feeling his cock throb as he moved in and out of her.
“You feel so good…amazing!”
Robin couldn’t speak anymore, her insides were soaked, she was overwhelmed with feelings of ecstasy and love for Law. Her moans became louder, not caring if anyone else on their floor heard them. She was just happy to be with him, making love and feeling loved.
“So…close…”
“That’s it…”
Robin held onto him tightly as she felt herself surrender and her insides began to grow sore and contract. She closed her eyes and moaned loudly as she came, and Law came with her, releasing his seed inside her.
He moaned loudly with her, feeling her insides tighten around his cock, squeezing him as he came. He gazed into her eyes as he felt their heart rates come down, and kissed her gently on the lips, then her forehead.
“Merry Christmas,” she whispered.
“Merry Christmas,” he said smiling as he pulled out of her.
The movie had concluded ages ago and now “Elf” was playing and they turned to watch as Buffy the elf was yelling for Santa inside Macy’s Department Store in New York City. They both started to laugh and got settled on the bed and spent the rest of the evening watching the movie together, not bothering to get dressed.
Law lay beside her, his arm wrapped around her waist as they laid under the covers watching another movie as the show continued to come down. Robin closed her eyes and sighed, enjoying the warmth of his body against hers. Eventually they both fell asleep for several hours, snuggled together under her sheets in her nice warm bed.
A few hours later Law opened his eyes, remembering where he was and smiled.
For years he had such crappy Christmases with Doflamingo, a few decent ones with Cora that always ended up with the two of them eating at a Chinese restaurant because Cora scorched the roast, or set something on fire (or himself from his cigarettes). Law knew the school year would be over in a few months and the two of them would go their separate ways, but he couldn’t help but feel like they were meant to be together.
Robin stirred next to him, leaning into his chiseled body and her arm was wrapped around his waist, as if she didn’t want him to leave. Law turned to face her and left a miss on her cheek.
Her eyes fluttered open and she smiled.
“Hey.”
“Good morning.”
Robin yawned and began to sit up in bed, the blanket falling off her body, letting Law see exactly what he enjoyed last night. The sun was not quite up yet, but he knew he’d have to head back to his dorm soon to resume studying.
“How’d you sleep?”
“Great. Especially next to you. That’s the best sleep I’ve had in a while.”
Robin giggled and kissed his cheek.
“I had a great time last night.”
Law slowly sat up and smiled and kissed her gently on the lips. Robin felt the warmth spread across her body.
This man…my god…
“So did I. I’m just glad that sleigh didn’t run us over.”
Robin smiled at Law, and they leaned against each other for a few moments, knowing that it was bittersweet.
“Do you have to go back?” She asked him.
“I do. I did fall a bit behind but when I’m done I’ll text you.”
“Alright. I’ll miss you until then.”
“I know. I’ll miss you too Robin.”
Law decided to get up and get dressed in the clothes he wore the night before, not really caring if anyone saw him come out of Robin’s dorm room. He was pretty sure their friends already knew they liked each other.
Robin decided to throw her clothes last night into her laundry hamper and put on a pair of purple sweatpants and her matching school sweatshirt, wanting nothing more than to lounge around all day with Law.
They chatted for a few more minutes about their holiday plans. Law would return home in a few days to stay with Cora and most likely have another Christmas dinner at a restaurant, not that he was complaining. It was a tradition he slowly grew to enjoy.
Robin would stay with Saul and they would celebrate with his friends and family in his hometown. There was always a roast lamb or goose, but what Robin enjoyed most was how they believed in Krampus, a monster who would come to all the homes of naughty children and punish them by beating them in a burlap sack. When she first read this information, Usopp happened to be right next to her and he was absolutely horrified. She found it amusing.
She made sure to never let Chopper read that book. He loved Christmas more than any of her friends and was such a sweet pure soul.
When it was time to leave, Law kissed Robin for a few minutes, enjoying the feel of her soft lips against his, slipping his tongue between her parted lips once more to taste her.
When they pulled apart, she gently traced his lips with her finger, smiling.
“See you later,” he said gently.
“Later,” she kissed his cheek.
Law left Robin’s dormitory and it was 8 a.m. as he headed back to his building and the sun was finally up after being dark for so long. He turned around to look up at the lit window that he knew was her room, and he smiled. This woman had his heart and he couldn’t wait to see what the future held for them. As he turned to head back, it began to snow once more, the white snowflakes slowly floating down from the sky as if they were telling him that he made the right decision.
He was in love with Nico Robin.
The End