Chapter 15

Chapter 15 - Celebration»»——⍟——««

You excitedly made breakfast. It has been a couple of days since the visit from Shanks and Luffy.

You finally decided to celebrate Kid's adoption by bringing him to the best park in the country. Sabaody Park.

The place is stationed in the city called Sabaody Archipelago, an area where crimes are quite high so you do have to be careful. But the park is nonetheless a famous tourist spot. Heck, the whole city is well known.

One of the reason as well is, the gambling addict lives there. After touring your son around the park, you'd bring him to the old man to be examined.

But, you don't want to think about that right now. You and Kid would probably take 3 days to properly go through each market place and tourist spot in the area. So you won't be seeing that old geezer anytime soon.

You have told Kid that the both of you will be going somewhere. You didn't know if he understood but you told him nonetheless. 

Though, you are feeling a bit nervous. Sabaody archipelago is a prominent location in the country. Meaning there would be a lot of people going around the place. 

Your son isn't comfortable being near strangers, what more if there are plenty of them?

"It'll be fine." You assured yourself as you finished making breakfast. You glanced at the countertop to see Kid staring at you. Giving him a smile, you proceeded to prepare the table. 

Your son tilted his head a bit as he observes you. He has noticed how you seem to become a lot more excited as the days passed. He has also noted how you kept showing him pictures of different places. 

Kid didn't understand what was going on but he does feel happy whenever you act like so. Your delightful expressions make him cheerful as well. Hence, if you want to go to whatever area with him, then he'll be blissed to accompany you. 

You placed the plates and utensils on the table as you sat down on a chair. You grinned at your son as you placed your hands together. Prompting him to do the same. 

Albeit, Kid has probably etched the process into his small brain by now. 

"Thank you for the food." 

You giddily feed your son as well as yourself. Your mind going through different ideas on what the two of you will be doing in Sabaody. There are a lot of renowned stores, restaurants, and oddities in the area. 

You have visited the place a couple of times, especially when you want to relax or just ought to find new things. Whenever you explore the city, there will always be a new spot and establishment. Hence why you are excited to tour the location with your son. 

You brought another spoonful up to his lips, your son slowly opening his mouth. You have noticed that your son is a slow eater. Though, you felt amused when you remember him swallowing almost instantly that time when he and Luffy were competing.

You placed the spoon down once Kid leaned back a bit. Another you discovered was that there are times when he will eat a lot then suddenly he would only consume a bit. You have called Corazon as soon as you found out. Though, Rosinante only told you that it was normal because of how Kid has lived before.

"All done?" You smiled at your son. He peered at you for a second before finally nodding his head.

You ruffled his head before letting him play with his trinkets. You hummed as you proceeded to feed yourself.

Once you were done, you carried Kid on your arms and begin to walk up to his room. The two of you will take a bath then off to Sabaody you go. You have prepared everything else that will be needed and have already placed it in the trunk of the car. 

Fortunately, Kid has been able to let you leave his side for a couple of minutes. Though, more than that and he would surely be crawling over to the door.

"I'll go get some clothes, okay? I'll be back after a few." You patted your son's head as he played with the rubber duckies. He held into your fingers for a second, processing what you said, before finally nodding in understanding.

You gave him a small smile before sprinting over to your room. You snatched whatever outfit that you have in your closet. Making sure that they are maroon since those are the color that your son would be wearing. 

You hummed as you glance around your room. It has never looked so empty before. Since Kid can't be left alone, you have gathered a few of your things and place it in his room. So that it would be easier for the two of you.

You can continue working while your son is playing with his gadgets. Though, you do make sure to join him from time to time. Kid seemed to understand whenever you are busy since he left you alone, focusing on his toys instead. Albeit, there are times when your son would insist on sleeping by your side as you work.

Speaking of work, you haven't been able to visit the underground for the past two weeks. Hence why you focus on your legal job instead. 

You can't leave Kid all alone in the house why you go there. While you would have loved to visit, there is no way you are bringing your son with you. Though you are thinking of having a babysitter but you don't know how Kid would react. 

So if something important came up, worse comes to worst, you'll leave your son for Shanks to take care of. However, maybe Mihawk would serve a better option. You'll decide when it comes down to it. 

As soon as you step inside the bathroom, you heard the splashing of water. You turned towards Kid to see him waiting for you. He greeted you by patting the water, making it splatter all over the tub. 

You grin at your son while you settle your clothes down near the shower area. You walked over to him, ruffling his hair once you were near. You'll wash him before you take a bath. 

You took a couple bottles of shampoo. You always bought a lot since you're a sucker for scents. Humming, you open the container and let your son pick whichever he likes. 

Kid frowned a bit as he smells one of the shampoo bottles. His nose scrunched up before letting out a small sneeze. 

Not gonna lie. That was cute as fuck. 

You snickered when your son promptly pushed the bottle away. Guess he didn't like that one. Taking the other shampoo, you brought it up to him. Kid sniffed at it before patting your hands in a sign of agreement. 

You look at the bottle, reading the label. Cinnamon and spice. 

Your son stared at you, his eyes twinkling a bit. Aww~ It seems this will be his favorite scent starting today. You better start stocking up more of this then. 

Kid leaned closer to your hands when you started to wash his hair. He played with the rubber duckies, your son trying to make the duck stay below the water. You chuckle when it backfired on him causing water to splash all over his face. 

Your son remained his eyes shut as he reached for you. You continued to laugh for another second before drying your hands and wiping his face. Kid slowly opened his eyes, blinking at you owlishly. You gave him a small smile before proceeding to wash him off. 

Once he was all cleaned up, you wrapped a red fluffy towel around him. Your son shivered as he attempts to steal your warmth. You have noticed that it has gotten colder these past few days, surely Sabaody would be a little bit warmer, though, it will still be cold. 

You need to be careful. You don't want Kid to get sick all of a sudden.

You swiftly put his clothes on him. Your son leaning at your stomach while you look at his head wound. Rosinante said that it was all healed up but you still need to check it from time to time, making sure that the injury didn't reopen. 

"All set." You mumble to yourself as you settle Kid down on the mattress. 

Your son yawned, scratching his eyes drowsily as he laid down. You hummed, pulling the comforter over his small body. The extra warmth seemed to make him even more sleepy. 

"Get some rest, Kid. I'll just take a quick shower." You whispered to your son. He seemed to understand what you said since he let go of your fingers. Brushing his hair one last time, you proceed towards the bathroom. 

All the playing and the warm bath must have made him tired. 

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You sighed in relief once you step out of the bathroom. Kid is still sleeping quite peacefully in the mattress, hugging his robot toy. That trinket has become his favorite. Though, if you have to guess, it's probably because it was the first toy that he received.  

Quietly walking over to your bag, you placed your personal things inside. Making sure that you have everything that is deemed important. 

You sling the strap on your shoulders before crouching down at Kid. He looks so comfortable that you almost didn't want to move him. Though, the trip to Sabaody will take a while so the two of you need to leave now. 

You gently carried your son on your arms. He moved a bit, peering up at you with half-lidded eyes. You gave him a small smile, internally cursing at yourself for waking him. Kid glanced around for a second before cuddling closer to you while he continued to hug his toy. 

You relaxed at the action, making sure that he was comfortable in your arms. Closing the lights, you proceed to walk towards the first floor. You quietly hummed as you double-check the lights, faucets, and electricity in the house. 

You don't want the house to suddenly catch on fire or something. 

Once you were sure that your home won't be exploding when you leave it all alone for three days, you casually walked out of the front door. Locking the doors and windows along the way. 

You carefully opened the passenger seat, placing Kid down. The action was enough to fully wake him up, he glances at you in confusion as you put the seatbelt on him. You still haven't bought a car seat for him. 

You were actually second-guessing if your son should be in the back instead. There would be more space for him but then you won't be able to properly take care of him. Since it is quite hard to reach back while in the driver seat.

He's already in the passenger seat anyway. 

You enter the car as well, placing your bag on the foot space of Kid's seat. Your son patted your hand, gazing at you in confusion. Giving him a small smile, you ruffle his hair. 

"We're going to Sabaody. We'll be celebrating you." You explained to him as you start the vehicle. Kid tilted his head, seeming to be processing what you said. You peered at him, waiting for his reaction before you start driving. 

It will be his adoption celebration as well as his 1st birthday. Though, you have hoped that you could have made it much grander. But then you can do just that on his official second birthday. 

You gape in confusion when he started to cry. You flail your arms around as you tried to find out the reason for his distress. 

"K-Kid?" You stutter out while you gently placed your hand on top of his head. 

The action made him cry even more. You were just about to take your hands off, concerned that he was injured or something. But your son was quick to hold onto your fingers. 

You continued to gape for a few more seconds before carefully pulling Kid towards your chest. You hummed quietly to him while you patted his back. Your son clutched onto your shirt, burying his face on the crook of your neck. 

"Kid, you better get used to being celebrated because I'll surely set a lot of parties just for you." You beamed towards him. 

Your son gazed at you, seeming to be euphoric at the statement. You leaned down ever so slightly, placing a small kiss on his forehead. You gave him another grin as he finally calmed down.

You'll make him love parties so much that Shanks would be proud. 

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July 18, 2020