First of all: Sorry for the delay!

I went out with friends yesterday and the state in which I came back... Well. let's say I wasn't exactly sober anymore and even writing the Autor's note might have proven to be a problem.

But I'm only a little more than half a day late on it, so I hope you guys survived it.

Disclaimer: All Oda's still... But I desperately need to get a hold on Law...

Warning: Possible OOC, kitsch, fluff

Enjoy!

Law spent the following day in his cabin only moving out of his bed to go to the toilet. Besides being worried, Penguin and Shachi got increasingly annoyed. But neither nice talking nor shouting did anything to change his behavior.

Shachi opened the cabin door, carrying lunch for three people. "It's not like I believe he would actually eat!" The murmured words made Penguin smirk. It was true, though. "Where is he?" Penguin's smirk widened. "I forced him to take a shower."

The surprised look made the pirate laugh. But he didn't need to answer. Bepo stumbled out of the bathroom, socked in soap water. Law followed after him, throwing a big white towel at the polar bear. The captain was rubbing his hair dry with another towel. Shachi sighed when he saw that the dark haired man was wearing the large black hoodie again.

Falling back into bed, Law completely ignored the food that was placed beside him.

His nakama had left his cabin a few minutes ago and he was alone for the first time in more than twenty-four hours. The darkness in the corners of his room, the quickly fading smell of Kid and his lack of sleep let Law tremble. He felt cold inside. "One more day…" He murmured and didn't know if he should be happy or not. Deep inside he had hoped Kid would come back. Every single minute he had wished the other captain would come back for him.

But of course he didn't. For the hundreds time he felt tears burn in the corner of his eyes. He willed them away and sat up. He knew that his body needed food. And he could see that the cook had done his best to prepare something that he would actually eat.

He grabbed for the plate and forced himself to swallow a few spoons of the stew. Law's hands trembled and he realized that he would need to return to regular eating schedule. He had grown extremely week. Putting the plate back to the floor he lay down on his bed once more and inhaled deeply, desperately trying to catch Kid's smell.

Kid's nakama were currently working under Killer's command. Their captain was still hiding in his cabin and wouldn't let anyone close. The masked pirate let his gaze wander over the stock that his fellow crewmembers had bought that day and sighed. It would have been easier if he could have gone with the rest of the crew and observe what they bought.

But leaving his captain's side was nothing to be discussed. Kid was eating if he forced him to. He drank, but would refuse anything that didn't contain alcohol. And as Killer wouldn't let him have that, he was served soup. The red head hated it. But he obeyed, knowing full well that his second in command was right about what he said.

Rubbing his neck he gave the waiting cabin boy a quick debrief on what was still needed in the stock. It was the third time they were going through the supplies now and Killer was slowly losing his temper. Weren't these idiots able to at least fill the stock properly? It was their third try after all… the THIRD!

Shaking his head the Massacre Soldier decided to grab some paperwork and join his captain again. Kid hadn't left his room since he arrived the night before and Killer didn't get a chance to slip away for long yet. He hadn't given up on his plan though. He would get Law. And he would let him pay.

Sitting down on Kid's bed he started to go through the financials. It would only result on a first draft, but it was a start. Killer felt his captain's gaze in his back but didn't react. He was well aware that the redhead knew him well enough to guess what he was planning. Killer knew that he would betray his captain the moment his sword would slice through Trafalgar's flesh. But he had to do it nevertheless.

Only a little more than two hours later he risked a quick glance at his captain. Kid was sound asleep, gripping his blanked tightly as if not to lose the comforting warmth. Killer stood up and left the ship, heading straight for the place where the yellow submarine of that bastard anchored. He would make him pay. No one was allowed to hurt his captain!

He reached the place quickly, running the few miles to his destination. When standing right in front of the yellow ship, the men on watch had already spotted him a while ago, and a white bear emerged from the inner room. "What do you want?" Forcing his voice to stay calm, Killer answered: "I need to see your captain." Another member of the Heart pirates stepped onto the main deck and looked down at him coldly. "I think your captain already caused enough damage. We do not wish to have any more of you bastards on our ship."

Killer was ready to fight his way through to Trafalgar Law but hesitated. "What do you mean?" The man's icy glanced focused on Killer. He was thinking hard about this that much was obvious. A few whispered words later he jumped down from the ship, now standing in front of Killer.

He was smaller than the blond and Killer had to look down to meet his eyes. "I highly doubt that my captain caused any damage. Or has your captain retreated to his cabin and won't allow anyone to come near him?"

Killer's jaw dropped when the other pirate nodded. "He's hiding in his cabin and crying his eyes out. Thanks for asking…" The cold sarcasm in the last words was obvious, but the blond was more interested in the first sentence. "Why would he do that?"

The smaller pirate rolled his eyes at him. "As if I'd tell you. You're my enemy. And at the current state of my captain I'd really like to slaughter every single one of your crew. What do you want? Spit it out or leave." Killer took a deep and calming breath. This was so typical. Damn pirate, he thought, ignoring for a moment the fact that he was one too and acted exactly the same.

Calming breathing didn't help, so he grabbed the smaller man by the collar of his overall and lifted him into the air without any difficulty. "Because of you're captain, Kid is nothing like himself anymore. And as I know he would never fucking hurt Trafalgar I'll let him pay instead. I don't care what his state. I wouldn't even give a shit if he's already half dead. I will kill him."

"I'd love to see you trying." An exhausted voice from behind said. Law merely looked like a ghost of his usual self. The dark circles around his eyes were deeper than normal, the eyes red and swollen. Nevertheless he held a tight grip on his long sword. "Let Penguin go. He's got nothing to do with this."

Upon the sight the captain gave, Killer really released the other pirate. His brain was working, quickly combining the various hints he had. Could it be that… "I only got one question. And I'll beat the answer out of you if I have to." Law just raised an eyebrow. Killer snarled. "You'll have to get a little closer."

Law smirked coldly. "And come in the range of your swords? Not going to happen." He had only come out of his cabin because Shachi had told him that Penguin was in trouble. And now he stood here, facing Kid's second in command. He was tired of all this. He just wanted to go back below deck and sleep until the ache in his heart would be gone.

When he saw Killer drop his swords he frowned. The blond really wanted to talk to him then… Jumping down to the ground he walked over to the other pirate, shoving Penguin out of the way in the process. He didn't want his nakama to get in between him and the Massacre Soldier. "Bring it on. And then we'll see if I answer."

"Do you love him?" It was only a whisper. Killer really didn't want the others to hear. But Law couldn't bother to even notice this little fact. His sword landed on the ground with a loud thud and his jaw dropped. He paled. "I… he…" Before he could form any proper sentence, Killer had sent him flying against the wall of his ship.

"Then why did you hurt him? Why let him give everything he has to you and then drop him?" Killer's voice was loud and filled with rage. "Why?" Bepo lifted Law back on his feet, the dark haired pirate standing on wobbling knees.

"It didn't mean anything to him. I was there, you moron. When he woke up his eyes were as cold as his metal hand. It didn't mean anything to him." Law wasn't sure anymore if he tried to convince Killer or suffocate his newly arising hope. He couldn't hope for a happy end. Never…

"It meant everything." The blond stated and took a step closer to Law. Bepo growled. Placing a hand on the bear's arm, Law made an unsure step towards Kid's second in command. "I wasn't just another one-night-stand then?" Law hardly dared to ask.

"I know what my captain is talking about when he tells me he gave you everything. He wouldn't give that to a one-night-stand. Besides… I've never heard of one who could top him." Law had at least the decency to blush a little. Killer smirked behind his mask. "Let's go."

And Trafalgar Law followed the other pirate through the dark night to Kid's ship; ignoring the worried looks his crew gave him. When the large boat came in sight, he stopped. There was no one to be seen, but he was sure that they had at least a few people on watch. Killer turned around. "What are you waiting for?"

"I doubt that he will want to see me. He isn't one to give you a second chance." The Surgeon of Death shrugged. He had had a little time to think about the whole situation while walking here and came to the conclusion that he should better turn around. Kid wouldn't forgive him. And he would somehow have to live with it. He should at least try to keep the remaining pride he had and go on. He owed that to his crew.

Killer sighed. "Of course he wants to see you. Don't act like a fucking schoolgirl and come onto the ship. I'm fed up with babysitting you. And Kid by the way. You can take that one over from now on." This caused a small smirk to appear on Law's features, though he still didn't move.

Shaking his head Killer walked away. Law just stood there and watched him leave. It was probably better this way. They were pirates. They both had high bounties on their head, were chased both by the marine and the bounty hunters. Other pirates were up for attacking them, hoping to get their own bounty up. They lived a dangerous life. Having relationships with other people, let alone other pirates made them vulnerable. They couldn't hope that the Marines wouldn't find out.

Law sighed and turned around. He had to go back. Tomorrow the Lockport would finally show them the way to the next island. And then he would hopefully not see the other pirate ever again. His heart screamed at the mere thought of this, but it couldn't be helped.

"Law…" The dark haired captain stopped dead in his tracks and partially turned to stare at him wide-eyed. Killer had literally dragged Kid out of the cabin and kicked him off the ship. And now the red-haired captain stood here, in the middle of the night, looking at Law.

He had to admit, Killer had been right. The surgeon didn't look particularly good. He was still wearing the dark hoodie and the jeans he had on when Kid left the yellow submarine. His face was pale and the dark shadows under his eyes were even worse than usual. Unsure Kid took a step into Law's direction.

He didn't know what to do or what to expect. The raven-haired pirate turned around completely and faced him. His eyes were still red and so Kid found that this statement of his second in command had been true too. With a few slow steps he came to a halt directly in front of the other. Only an arms length away, he could hear the other breathing. "Have you… Have you been crying?"

His voice was low. When Law shrugged, Kid had to admit that he hadn't really expected a different answer. He dared to step a little closer and saw Law's unsure look. "What's wrong?" The other captain shook his head, not knowing what to say. The redhead bent down, his lips almost touching the other. "Law…"

Kid was a little shocked when a tear ran down the other's cheek. Taking the slightly smaller pirate in his arms he held him close. "Law." He whispered the surgeon's name over and over again, afraid that the other might vanish into thin air if he didn't take care. He buried his face in the crook of Law's neck, taking in the comforting smell.

It felt like they stood there forever before Law gently pushed away. Kid had no intention of letting him go, but allowed him a little more space between them. He searched the other's eyes for anything that might help him. He didn't know what the other was up to now. Law didn't have his sword with him, but that didn't mean that he couldn't kill him right away. Kid didn't care. Law had everything he could give him anyways. So putting his life on the list wouldn't be a big change.

The Surgeon of Death raised a hand, gently caressing his cheek. Kid felt himself leaning into the warm touch automatically. He brought his human hand up to mirror Law's touch. The other captain closed his eyes sighing lightly. Kid had his metal arm still around the other's waist and for the first time he truly hated it. He couldn't feel anything with his left hand. And he wanted to feel the other so badly…

The cold metal in his back felt oddly reassuring. Law couldn't quite explain it, but he felt like this was exactly where he was supposed to be now. Opening his eyes again, he met Kid's gaze. There was so much he wanted the taller pirate to know, but he couldn't bring himself to say anything.

When Kid bent down once more, he held still, waiting for the other to capture his lips. The redhead stopped before their lips could meet. Law could see the doubt in the other's eyes. He knew he should say something, but he couldn't. Placing his free hand around Kid's waist he pulled the other closer again. Resting his head on the strong shoulder, Law let out the breath he hadn't realized he'd been holding.

He mover his other hand to rest on Kid's metal arm, stroking the cold metal softly. "You know that I don't feel this, right?", the red haired murmured. Law nodded. "But you like it." His voice was as low as Kid's. He felt the other pirate's heartbeat speed up. "Law..?"

"Hm?" The surgeon had turned his head and followed his fingers on the metal with his eyes. "Was… was it a one-night-stand for you?" He felt the red-haired captain tense when asking the question, as if dreading the answer. "No." And Kid relaxed. He hugged him a little tighter, Kid's nose pressed into the dark hair.

"That's good…" Law chuckled, pushing away a little so he could look Kid in the eyes. "So tell me, Mister Eustass, has the evil Surgeon of Death won you over?" A mischievous tone edged in his voice. Kid gave him a broad grin. "Only if you start calling me by my name."

"Kid…" Law whispered.

The word, so simple, sent a warm shiver down Kid's spine. He cupped Laws cheek with his human hand, carefully placing two metal fingers on the other side of the dark haired's face. Law smiled. And Kid bent down for a kiss. Capturing the soft lips with his he moved his right hand to the small of Law's back, pulling him closer.

The surgeon didn't seem to mind the touch of cold metal on his skin. He leaned into the touch, gently returning the kiss. Kid felt Law's hand sneak around his waist. He smiled into the kiss when he felt the slender fingers trailing along a long scar he had on his lower back.

Kid broke the kiss, giving the other captain a lopsided smirk. "You really don't seem to mind my scars. Or my arm." The last sentence had been a mere whisper. The redhead felt suddenly rather unsure about this little fact again. Law smiled softly and grabbed Kid's left hand. Placing a soft kiss in what would be his palm, he said. "Of course not."

"I love you, Law."

The four words made his heart race. Law felt a light blush cover his cheeks. What was he? Some fucking schoolgirl, he remembered Killer's words. "Let's go to your cabin, Kid." A lopsided smile was playing on his lips when he looked up at the other and the redhead lead him to his ship.

The night was still young and there was plenty enough time for Law to answer the unspoken question. And they both knew it.

And this my friends is the end.

'Changing Me' is herewith officially over!

Thank you all for reading and following this story!

Special Thanks go to: LaraLuvKakashi, meka18, Silverwoulf, Snowiki and Anonymous Fan. Your review's mean the world to me!

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For those who are interessted in more stuff from my side:

Currently I'm still working on 'Always' my fem!Ace/Marco story.

Two more Kid/Law (or Law/Kid) stories are titles are 'I got your back' and 'December Fairytale'

December Fairytale will be a High School AU. I plan to go for daily uploads, but shorter chapter (similar to 'Two and A Half Years Later'); starting December 1st.

I got your back will be a longer story also with longer chapters. Timeline goes over two years, starting the day Kid and Law fist meet on Saboady Archipelago and going on until they meet again (and again and again) in the New World. Upload will start as soon as I have two or three chapters pre-written, weekly basis.

I also plan to write another Ace/Marco story, though I don't have a solid plot there yet. So this might come in the next year only.

I hope I will see some of you in another story again!