Bad Things

Disclaimer: It's the usual :3...I do not own any of the characters that appear in this fic and I most definitely do not make any profit by writing this story. Everything, but the plot, belong to the wonderful Oda!

Warning: As in every last one of my stories, this is yaoi...das boy on boy lovin' y'all! There is a possibility of torture and use of medical grade drugs at some point in the story line. Oh yes, and let's not forget to mention (cause let's face it someone will come after me if I don't) that this story will deviate fiercely from the original story plot Oda has created...as do most fics ever written by 'normal' people. I'm messing with Oda's work here people! oO

Pairing: Ace x Law

Summary: Being sold into slavery decidedly sucked ass, in the Dark Doctor's opinion: beaten, bruised, broken and hopeless he was starting to think that the life he hadknown and loved would never be his again. That is until an unlikely saviour strolled right into the human auction house.

Notes:

blah - talking via a com system

blah - putting stress on words

Bad Things

''Bepo, I need you to take the others and pick up the necessary supplies for the crossing.'' came a soft, lazy purr on the warm afternoon breeze, ''I'll be picking up some fresh medical supplies and we'll meet back at the sub later this evening.'' That last bit was easily interpreted as actually meaning 'I've found something that's caught my interest so screw off for a few hours while I slack it'. The polar bear, known as Bepo, sighed mentally as he turned glittering black eyes on the owner of that breezy voice; a one Trafalgar Law, captain of the Heart Pirates and one of the eleven Supernovas.

The bear regarded his slenderly built Captain idly, but nodded none the less, ''Of course, Captain.'' he replied almost too quietly in his deep bass voice as Law silently handed him the oversized nodachi he held loosely in his tattooed grip. ''Take care.'' the young, dark haired Supernova chirped lightly as he sauntered away from his crew-mate, though Bepo was unsure if his Captain's last words were referring to him or his precious weapon. The bear shrugged and turned to order the rest of the crew into action knowing that Law would flit around for an hour or so before his interest was sated and he came back to their 'ship'.

Trafalgar Law, however, was currently seeing it differently. Not twenty minutes earlier had his keen eyes caught the fleeting sight of a curiously rare straw hat bobbing innocently among the throngs of ne'er-do-wells, cutthroats and locals. Mind instantly jogged, Law's desire to confirm his suspicions became tantamount as he took off in the direction he had seen that particular hat go, ''There's only one Straw Hat out there that could get my interest going; Monkey D. Luffy.'' the Supernova mused aloud as he made his way through the crowds effortlessly.

Law covered ground quickly, making sure that he didn't stand out too much since the last thing he needed were the Celestial Dragons taking notice of him. The dark haired male was sure to listen carefully to the conversations around him as his eyes continued to scan the crowds easily, ''Can't be that hard to spot a straw hat in a crowd like this.'' Law muttered calmly as he suddenly caught the murmurings of excitement. The slender young male moved towards the excited chatter, catching the words 'straw hat' and 'whitebeard' as he neared the group that was talking rather animatedly by this point. Law paused at the word 'whitebeard', biting his lower lip in curiosity, 'What possible reason would they have to talk about the Straw Hats and the Whitebeards in the same sentence? Are the Whitebeard Pirates on Sabaody as well?' Law thought only to smile more widely, 'This just got way more interesting!'

The young Supernova listened for a few moments more and was rewarded with a possible location not a handful of sentences later, ''So they were seen heading for Sabaody Park...kinda childish, but it helps to offer a bit of insight into the type of people they are.'' he mused as he adjusted his hat unconsciously. He made his way out of the Lawless Area using a quick, precise path and before he knew it he was standing at the entrance to Sabaody Park. Not exactly a place Law was happy to be near, but in this instance he was willing to let it slip, ''They better be here.'' he said softly.

Law slipped easily into the cheerfully milling crowds and went back into 'hunt' mode, keeping his eyes out for that one particular Pirate. Nearly an hour passed before Law finally caught wind of his 'prey' and was more than delighted to confirm the straw hat, that he had glanced back in the Lawless Area, resting on top of some skinny kid's mop of black hair. ''Well that makes it much more interesting.'' Law said only to pause when he saw the skinny kid start poking at a sleeping figure across from him, ''That tattoo...''

''New target acquired.''

Description.

''A young male with a slender body, average height, distinctive tattoo markings and piercings, pretty features and may possibly be a Pirate.''

Description noted. Location.

''The picnic tables near the Ferris Wheel.''

Noted. Acquiring target.

Law sauntered over to the picnic table occupied by the one person who he hoped really was the Captain of the Straw Hat crew...it was just a bonus that the slumped over figure happened to sport a tattoo of Whitebeard's Jolly Roger. ''Are you sure he isn't going to drown in his food, Luffy-chin?'' came a young girl's voice, confirming the name of Law's interest. A spirited chuckle was the immediate reply, ''He'll be fine.'' the Straw Hat said cheekily as Law took in the other occupants at the wooden table. A pretty, young girl holding a rather grumpy look starfish sat to the Straw Hat's right while beside her sat a rather large octpus-like guy...probably a Fishman.

''Hey, Hachin, wanna go on the Ferris Wheel with the others!'' the girl asked almost too excitedly, causing the big Fishman to chuckle, ''I'd love to, Caimie.'' Law heard the Fishman say happily as the two of them scampered off to the attraction they desired. ''Perfect.'' Law purred, happy that he could converse with the infamous Straw Hat alone and quite possibly be able to find out the identity of the Whitebeard.

Law slipped easily into the seat beside the slumped figure just as the Straw Hat decided that poking the other would be entertaining, ''Come on! Wake up, won't you! You promised that we could ri...eh?'' the Straw Hat whined teasingly, a smile on his face until he noticed the newcomer. Law ignored the questioning sound for a moment as he reached out and lifted the slumped figures head by his bangs, ''So I was right in thinking that he's a narcoleptic.'' Law said easily as the food splattered features niggled at his memory.

He released his hold on the freckled male, allowing his face to make 'nice' with his food once more, ''Eh...so that's what it's called?'' the Straw Hat mused childishly, seemingly having forgotten that an interloper was in his midst, ''He does that when he eats all the time.'' the be-hatted kid added as Law's left brow rose in mild curiosity and he hummed. ''Selective narcolepsy than.'' he offered as he eyed the boy, 'This kid's the Straw Hat Luffy...was kinda expecting someone more...fierce.' Law found himself thinking as he rested his scruff covered chin in his palm, tapping his index against his cheek.

A long, drawn out silence followed as the Straw Hat's brain seemed to do a restart. It was almost as if Law could see the kid's gears whirring around in his skull, 'Just about...' the Supernova thought with a small amount of amusement, a pleasant smile plastered to his face. ''Who are you?'' the kid finally asked, though it was more laced with curiosity rather than distrust like it should have been, 'Bingo.' Law thought teasingly. ''You can call me Law.'' he supplied, the Straw Hat's head tipping to the side quizzically as his dark gaze roamed Law's body, clearly assessing to see if he posed a threat or not. Once he had confirmed his silent suspicions a large, toothy grin formed across his young face, ''I'm Luffy!'' he said excitedly, chuckling lightly.

''Welcome to Sabaody, Mister 'Straw Hat' Luffy.'' Law said genuinely, finding that he quite liked Luffy's warm, friendly attitude as he leant forward, grin curling his lips. Luffy eyed him a moment more when Law dropped the boy's title, but before he could actually open his mouth to comment his sleeping companion suddenly bolted upright. Luffy merely turned his attention towards the other, but the sudden movement proved to slightly startle Law as he had been leaning close to the previously sleeping figure.

''This stuff sucks compared to Sanji-san's cooking.'' the food covered male muttered as he fiddled with the fork clutched in his hand. Law blinked at the food splattered man dumbly, 'Is it really possible to wake that quickly and completely from a narcoleptic state...' the Supernova thought dryly as Luffy laughed at the other male's comment. ''I told you, Ace.'' Luffy snickered. Law's shadowed gaze widened slightly, 'Fire Fist Ace!' the slender male thought in mild alarm before it caught up with him, 'Well...I guess it makes sense considering his attire and the marking on his back. Who would have thought...'

It was at that point that Ace turned to glance at Law with his lunch still stuck to his freckled face in places, leaving Law with the challenge of not laughing, ''Who's he, Luffy?'' Ace asked even though he was staring right at Law. The young Supernova's grin only widened as he tilted his cheek into his palm further, lifting a napkin into Ace's line of sight, ''It's nice to meet the infamous Fire Fist Ace. Never in my life did I think I would ever get the chance...call me Law.'' he offered while Ace took the napkin with a slightly embarrassed blush. As he wiped the remnants of food from his face he hummed softly, ''Law you say...sounds familiar.'' Ace mused as it was his turn to size Law up, ''I'm sure it isn't.'' Law offered, not feeling up to disclosing who he really was lest the knowledge insight a fight. He wanted to learn a bit more about the two seated near him before something like that could happen.

Ace's left brow rose questioningly, but he didn't comment on the evasive reply, choosing to accept Law's need for privacy. ''Is there anything we can help you with?'' Ace offered instead, though the question was in no way rude, in fact it held a note of curiosity to it much like how Luffy had sounded moments before the tattooed male had woken from his narcoleptic state. Law beamed at the two of them, ''I simply had an urge to meet the newest upstart rookie to join the Supernova's rank...and being able to meet the Fire Fist Ace...well...is just a wonderful bonus. Though, for the life of me I don't see why the two of you would be near each other?'' the tattooed rookie offered.

''That's, because Ace is my brother!'' Luffy chirped, huge grin plastered to his face. Ace smiled warmly as Law fought the urge to let his jaw drop in surprise. Instead he laughed softly, ''Well I'll be damned. Certainly wasn't expecting that to be the answer.'' he replied as he leaned over onto his forearms, ''What brings you to Sabaody?'' Law ventured to ask, though he figured he already knew the answer anyway. Luffy practically glowed as he responded, ''Gonna find One Piece...and Ace is just visiting me.'' Law nodded.

''I had to see my baby brother off to the New World.'' Ace added as an after thought, finally removing the last of the food stuck to his tan skin before giving Law his undivided attention. Law nodded, but felt his stomach suddenly flutter, 'The hell?' the Supernova found himself thinking, not understanding what the fuck that weird feeling just was. He promptly ignored it in favour of cooing at the touching brotherly moment. Ace laughed at the adorable sound the tattooed male made at his comment and found himself quickly growing to like the young, scruffy looking male.

He was about to ask if Law would like to join them for a drink only to be interrupted as Caimie came running back over to them, an absolutely excited bundle of youth, ''Oh, Luffy-chin, Ace-chin you need to come with us for a ride on the Ferris Wheel! It's so much fun!'' she gushed happily, bouncing up and down ecstatically. Ace turned his attention to the little mermaid before glancing at Luffy who was quickly becoming as equally excited about the prospect of enjoying another of the park's attractions.

Ace smiled sweetly, ''Why not.'' he offered, much to his brother's delight. The freckled male turned his attention back to Law, ''Looks like I'll be accompanying my brother and his friends for a ride, but would you like to join us for a drink after we're done?'' Ace asked as he leaned forward slightly, waiting for Law's answer. The Supernova paused for a moment, knowing he should be picking up the medical supplies his crew needed, but the urge to further slack his interest was far too great to pass up, ''I've got a bit of time to kill.'' was Law's response, ''I'll just wait here until you guys are done.'' he quickly added, not feeling the need to join them on their little Ferris Wheel ride.

Ace grinned cheekily as he stood up to follow his enthusiastic brother, ''Be right back then.'' he winked playfully and sauntered after Luffy with a final wave over his shoulder. Law felt his stomach flutter oddly once more, causing the young male to frown in confusion, ''Am I getting sick or something?'' he muttered softly as he rubbed his errant stomach. Law watched his interests board the Ferris Wheel and begin the ascent to the peak of the ride when a sudden chill shot down his spine.

Law made to rise only to feel a sudden pressure between his shoulder blades, forcing his upper body roughly down onto the picnic table's uneven surface and knocking his hat from his head in the process. He began to struggle as a large body pressed down on him, moving his hands into his customary attack position, ''Room.'' Law began, voice an angry hiss at being manhandled so rudely, but got no further as his head was yanked back by a sudden grip on his soft, short hair. He bit down on a pained yowl only to tense when he felt a sharp bite on the flesh of his now exposed throat.

He felt the telltale sting of foreign fluids being injected into his body and knew instantly that he was in greater danger than if he had been simply battling another Supernova or the Marines. ''S...shit!'' he stuttered out, voice already becoming slurred from the drug as he thrashed around wildly, ''Calm down, Sweetheart. The sooner ya allow the drug to take affect the less likely we'll have to hurt ya.'' a gravelly voice grunted into his ear, signalling that Law's assailant was having trouble restraining him despite the drug's affects.

Law released an enraged howl, a most unusual response for him, but a clear indication that the situation was fast becoming dire, 'Why the hell isn't anyone doing anything to stop this bullshit!' he found himself thinking, though even Law knew that no normal human-being would ever dare endanger their own lives to help a complete stranger. The more lucid part of his mind was telling him that that particular thought only arose due to the fear the drug was inducing in his system...his body was still human after all.

The Supernova could feel his head beginning to swim as the images before his eyes began to warp and twist alarmingly. His body felt heavy and weak as his stomach clenched nauseatingly, ''Sh...

shit...'' Law moaned sickeningly, a chuckle resonating in his left ear, ''There we go.'' the assailant cooed disgustingly, petting Law's mussed hair and making Law shudder as he was suddenly hoisted against the bigger man's chest, his back resting against the man's broader body. The young male sagged limply in the attackers hold, head lolling back and to the side as the underside of his chin was cupped in a meaty hand, forcing him to look up.

''Such a pretty little thing. A lovely caramel skin-tone, dark hair, slim build and even all those tattoos work well for ya.'' the bastard said lewdly, ''What's even better is the fact that I know who ya are now that I've had a good look at ya; Captain Trafalgar Law of the Heart Pirates, one of the stronger of the eleven Supernovas.'' the words caressed like grease on Law's ears and he felt a worried shudder roll up his numbing body. ''I think you, dear Surgeon of Death, will be the main attraction at today's auction.''

Law jerked in alarm as the last of his conscious mind registered those words, 'The human auction! This fucker's a slave trader! Shit! Fuck! Of all the goddamned...!' the tattooed male mentally swore, not even able to finish his own thoughts considering how mad he was at himself for letting his guard down. ''Uuuhhnn.'' Law moaned as his vision began to blacken on the edges, 'I'm so boned.' was the last thought that echoed within his skull before he finally succumbed to the drug floating within his veins.

''Target acquired.''

Ace lounged back in the seat of the bubble he currently occupied with his brother and the little ball of energy; Caimie as the Ferris Wheel hoisted them high above Sabaody Park, allowing the trio a spectacular view of their surroundings. ''Hey, Ace. Ace!'' Luffy yelled, bringing his big brother back into the land of reality. Ace hummed as he turned his gaze to his smiling brother and couldn't help but lift an eyebrow in curiosity at the odd look on Luffy's young face, ''What's that grin for, Brother?'' the fire user enquired.

The grin on Luffy's face only got that much larger, ''You've been watching that guy with the fuzzy, spotted hat since we got on the ride.'' Luffy teased, showing Ace that the usually innocent boy did indeed have moments of clarity. Ace's grin turned a bit evil as he leaned forward and flicked Luffy on the forehead with his index finger, causing the boy to whine with distaste, ''I'm merely trying to place his name. It's familiar to me.'' Ace provided despite the slight blush tinting his freckles.

Luffy tilted his head curiously, ''He's familiar?'' the younger asked, promptly forgetting his indignation over being flicked in the head. Ace nodded, ''But it's just not coming to me.'' the older muttered as he turned his gaze back to where they had left Law only to get an eyeful. Ace surged to his feet, making their bubble rock on it's axis, ''The hell!'' he very nearly yelled as he watched Law get assaulted by a guy twice his size, ''Why isn't he fighting back?'' the fire user questioned, concern lacing his voice as his muscles tensed.

Luffy drew up beside him as Caimie suddenly gasped, covering her mouth in alarm and drawing both Luffy and Ace's attention, ''What is it?'' Ace asked, feeling his gut drop uncomfortably. Caimie whimpered as she pointed down toward where Law was, ''T...that's a...slave trader.'' she said brokenly, causing her male companions' gaze to snap back to the scene unfolding back on the ground. ''Shit!'' Ace swore loudly as he watched the burly man shoulder Law's still body and begin walking away from the crowds.

The fire user's muscles tensed further as he carefully observed the burly slave trader, painstakingly cataloguing the features that he could see, ''Where are they taking him, Caimie?'' Ace asked stiffly, keeping his gaze glued on the slaver's retreating form. Caimie swallowed thickly, licking her lips before replying, ''To the Human Auction House in Grove One.'' as soon as she finished speaking Ace leapt from the car, plummeting towards the ground to land harmlessly among the startled park goers. Luffy grabbed the edge of the car, preparing to jump as well, ''Stay with Hachi and the others, Caimie. Let them know where we went so they don't worry.'' he said before leaping from the car's protective bubble.

Caimie leaned up against the side of the bubble, ''Be careful, Luffy-chin! Ace-chin!'' She yelled after their retreating forms. Luffy waved at the girl from over his shoulder as he drew to a stop beside his brother, watching Ace lift Law's discarded hat from where it rested on the ground. The fire user ran his fingers lightly over the soft, white fuzz covering the hat, ''So we're heading to Grove one. Come on Luffy we need to catch up before they get there or it'll only be more difficult to get him back safely.'' Ace informed as they took off in the direction Ace had seen the slaver go.

By the time Law's senses began to return to him he could no longer recognize his surroundings and the only thing he could grasp conceptually was that he was lying on the dirtiest fucking floor he'd ever seen...and he'd been in some pretty skanky dives before in his short life. This one definitely took the cake. ''One of the Supernovas, you say. Well if that isn't a pleasant surprise. Let me have a look at 'im.'' came a disturbingly nasally voice, though it was clear to Law's muddled senses that that voice belonged to the guy in charge. He gritted his teeth, wishing to whatever fucking God there was out there that his limbs would regain motor function sooner rather than later. It didn't work...it never fucking did...

He grunted softly as his drugged body was hauled from the floor by the scruff of his hoodie, being picked up like he was no more than a bothersome kitten as he was turned easily to face the man he suspected was in charge. Law would have made a gagging noise had he been able to work his vocals properly when he finally laid eyes on the guy in charge...definitely not a looker, 'Wow...did this guy's mom slap him with the ugly stick a couple hundred times when he was born.' Law found himself thinking dryly as the guy obviously thought differently of him, 'That's right asshole I'm hot. Now stop eyeing me up like I'm gonna fucking suck your cock.'

Law felt even dirtier than when he had been lying on the floor and, frankly, that was saying quite a bit about his current situation as the man reached up to seize his jaw in a tight hold. Law allowed an annoyed snarl to rumble in his throat as his head was twisted from side to side, ''He matches the wanted poster perfectly, markings and all.'' the freak sneered, ''You'll fetch a right pretty price considering you're a Supernova and a Devil Fruit user. It certainly doesn't hurt that you're young and easy on the eyes, either. Welcome to the world of slavery, Trafalgar Law.''

The Supernova's eyes narrowed in annoyance when the freak started chuckling like he knew something utterly fantastic. 'I'm going to disembowel this asshole the next chance I get.' Law thought darkly, fingers twitching with the urge to use his Devil Fruit powers, 'Fucking lucky he had me drugged.' he was going to enjoy making the freak suffer when he finally got his chance. ''I'll take him in personally. Disco's going to flip his gourd when he sees today's haul.'' the guy practically crowed as he bound Law's wrists behind his back tightly, gagging him once he was satisfied with the strength of the knots.

Law grudgingly allowed the treatment, patiently waiting for the affects of the drug to where off as he was unceremoniously shoved into a burlap sack, 'How original.' the dark haired pirate thought dryly, grunting as he was slung over the Freak's back rudely. The trip to the Human Auction House was mercifully short as by the time Law was plunked down on the nearest hard surface yet again, most likely another filthy floor, he was beginning to feel a wee bit nauseous. He flinched as light suddenly assaulted his eyes when the material of the sack was pulled away from his upper body, revealing yet another...surprise, surprise...dingy room.

''What ya got for us today, Peterman? Just another pretty boy.'' some clown-like weirdo asked from where he sat at a desk, eyebrow raised under his ridiculous hat. The Freak laughed as he dug into a hidden pocket and produced Law's wanted poster, ''Have a look at that and then tell me he's just another pretty boy.'' was the response. It took a moment of glancing between Law and the wanted poster before it clicked in the guys head that what he had bound and gagged before him was indeed something special. Law glared coolly at the weirdo.

''Well damn, Peterman! How the hell did you manage to get your mitts on a Supernova!'' the guy practically yelled with excitement, making the Freak's chest puff up, ''I've got my ways.'' the Freak preened. Law rolled his eyes, 'Fucking liar.' he thought viciously as the 'clown' came around the desk to get a better look at him, ''He really is Trafalgar Law!'' the idiot said, as if by saying it aloud could make it any truer. He circled the Supernova like a vulture, practically salivating from excitement, ''The boy's definitely gonna fetch a high price! Being a Devil fruit user and all! Easily over a hundred million!''

The Freak, Peterman, chuckled at the 'clown's' obvious enthusiasm towards his 'catch', ''I expect no less than forty percent for this little prize.'' he crooned, ''He wasn't easy to catch.'' Law wanted to spit on the fucker for his lies, but remained still and outwardly composed. He watched the 'clown' pause a moment to consider the request before nodding, ''That should not be a problem considering who he is.'' was the response as the Freak turned and exited the building. ''I'll be back later for my share then, but coincidentally you'll wanna use a bit more of this on him. Ya know...to keep him all docile.'' was Peterman's parting remark as he tossed the 'clown' a small vile of the drug that had been used on Law earlier.

The 'clown' caught the vile easily enough as he allowed the door to shut behind the slaver, ''Well it looks like you're going to be the main attraction today.'' the guy chuckled as he signalled a few lackeys to come get Law, ''Be sure to administer a small amount of this drug before he's taken on stage. I'll go and inform Disco-san of the new arrival.'' the 'clown' instructed as Law was dragged from the room to the holding cells behind the main stage.

Law felt his stomach drop a little once he laid eyes on the caged slaves only to have his attention drawn to his current handlers when his ears picked up the telltale clink of metal chains, 'Fucking shit!' he mentally swore when he saw the thick metal collar in the hands of yet another of the auction house's staff. Law knew exactly what those shackles could do, having seen a few of them blow up in the faces of slaves that had tried...and failed...to escape their miserable fates. He knew once that thing was around his neck there was no way of removing it short of the matching key.

He could feel his muscles trembling with the urge to move and was sorely disappointed when the drug would still allow for no motor response, 'Shit, shit, shit! NO!' he howled mentally, though externally he appeared as calm as possible. The man drew level to him, neck ring held open to snap around his slender throat when an amused cooing sound filtered through the air, ''So this is the specimen that Peterman brought in. Let us have a look at him.'' a falsely cheery voice called.

Law's head was suddenly yanked back, filling his vision with yet another grinning weirdo, ''Trafalgar Law.'' the man, with long blue hair and a stupid looking yellow hat, purred disgustingly as his eyes roamed Law's body, ''Yes, you'll make a wonderful main event and it just so happens that we are entertaining both the Celestial Dragons and our wonderful proprietor, Doflamingo-san. Perhaps one of them shall feel inclined to buy your lovely body.'' the man informed, a cruel smile plastered to his face, causing that nauseatingly horrible feeling of dread to fill Law's gut.

''Unbind the boy and slap the chains on him.'' Disco said only to pause as his grin curled sickeningly, ''Strip him.'' he added, to which he received a few confused sounds, ''Disco-san?'' one of the lackey's questioned. ''You heard me. Strip the boy. Put him in a removable smock...I would like to be able to display him properly.'' Disco intoned as he gave one more glance over Law's body, ''Are you a virgin, Boy?'' he decided to ask, though all he received as an answer was a hate filled glare and a muffled grunt from behind the gag in Law's mouth. However, this seemed to be more than enough of an answer for the auction master.

''Thought as much.'' he laughed, ''At the very least you have a virginal backside.'' Law wanted nothing more than to rip the guy's throat out as he turned and began to walk away, ''Get him ready and be sure to administer the drug again.'' Disco threw over his shoulder, disappearing from sight moments later. Law made an indistinguishable noise in the back of his throat when they began to strip him none to gently. Once they removed the gag and had him suitably naked they threw a flimsy, white smock on him, the material barely coming past his upper thighs before they secured the heavy neck ring and cuffs around his flesh.

''Hope you enjoy your new life as a slave, Trafalgar.'' one of the garishly dressed lackeys chortled and slapped him on the ass harshly, causing Law to snarl deep in his chest as he finally managed to get his thick feeling tongue to form words, ''Go...fuck a sea...king.'' he ground out as calmly as possible. He silently delighted in the reactions he got before they stuck him with more of the drug that fucking ape freak; Peterman, gave them. Law's world once more took on a nauseatingly fuzzy haze.

It hadn't been hard to enter the Human Auction House...in fact they had just strolled right in and stood in the shadows at the very back as the auction was well underway by now. Both Ace and Luffy were horrified to see humans being paraded onto the stage below only to be judged and bought like cattle...frankly it was disgusting! They quickly discovered that the possibility that they were too late to intercept the slave traders was well over fifty percent if the excited murmurs about a huge main event were anything to judge by.

Ace felt his guts churn at the thought that Law, even though he had known the other for only a handful of moments, could very well be paraded out onto stage like a prized pet at any moment. It made the heat rise in his body as he clutched the spotted hat tucked into his belt, urging him to burn the fucking rat-hole to the ground before any possible bidder got a say in edge wise. However, he knew that that particular idea was not only dangerous, but down right stupid as it would only put the innocents in harms way as well...so he simply chose to bide his time.

''Let's just storm the back.'' Luffy whispered harshly, lean muscles tensing in preparation to move. Ace immediately latched onto his impulsive brother's arm, ''Hold it, little brother. We need to be careful.'' the fire user supplied as he eyed their surroundings with a critical gaze, taking in the security that was placed in strategic locations. ''If we act stupidly it could put the innocent people at risk...and if I'm reading this right these...people...will do anything to possess a...slave. If we endanger their interests than they will simply have them removed from the building to auction at a later date. We can't risk them moving Law elsewhere.'' Ace went on to say.

He saw the look of annoyance cross his brother's young face and knew Luffy hated the idea of having to wait. Ace was about to calm Luffy's urge to barrel on in head first when he felt the approach of an unintended party, ''Did I just here you drop the name Law.'' a deep, rich voice asked, full of mildly spiteful curiosity and forcing Ace to pull up his guard as he turned to face the newcomer. He was greeted with the sight of a tall, pale redhead wearing a large fur coat, brightly coloured pants and goggles atop his brow. Though, what made Ace pause the most was the fact that the man's lips were painted black...or was it dark purple..., making the fire user think of the man as a rather colourfully confused goth.

''Excuse me?'' Ace questioned as Luffy glanced curiously over his brother's broad shoulder at the strange man with the heavy...don't fuck with me...aura. The aforementioned man crossed his arms over his chest, hips cocking just sightly as he favoured his left foot to put most of his weight on, ''You heard me, Ass-wipe, so don't make me repeat myself.'' the guy said, voice lifting in a lazy drawl, causing Ace to scowl at the man before him while Luffy appeared to be rather impressed by the jerk's gusto.

Ace sighed through his nose, ''Yes I said the name Law.'' the freckled male supplied only to see the redhead's left brow move towards his hairline in a rather sardonic look. ''So you've met that little punk; Trafalgar Law.'' the redhead said rather than questioned and with the drop of a full name clarity came rushing back to Ace. The fire user's eyes widened in understanding and unconsciously clutched the hat hanging at his hip, 'That's why his name felt somewhat familiar to me! He's the Trafalgar Law! One of the eleven Supernovas.' Ace thought in alarm as he felt his stomach sink uncomfortably.

The redhead, who also appeared to know...or at least heard of...Law, regarded Ace's silent reaction and laughed, ''So you didn't know who he really was than. Pathetic.'' the guy snorted, clearly feeling himself to be the superior. He leaned his larger frame up against the wall, ''So the little Surgeon of Death is playing coy now, is he.'' the redhead chuckled as Ace couldn't help but feel slightly annoyed, ''Perhaps he simply didn't wish to create conflict with a potential opponent by omitting his full name.'' Ace challenged.

The guy only laughed again, tipping his head back with the gesture, ''A potential opponent, you say. You can't possibly mean the two of you. That one's a runt and you look too soft.'' he teased cruelly as he suddenly leaned down to Ace's level for but a mere second before resuming his previous position against the wall. Ace frowned as Luffy's attention went back to observing the stage, well into displaying slave number thirteen, ''Oh I'd say he was right on the money about being cautious when he decided on talking to Straw Hat Luffy and Fire Fist Ace. Seems pretty smart in fact.'' the freckled male sneered as his frown turned into a crooked grin.

Ace was pleased with the sudden look of shock on their intruder's pale face before the guy laughed again, ''Shit! The two of you...well fuck me. Guess it makes sense considering certain attributes.'' the redhead chortled as Ace showed off the tattoo that decorated his back and pointed sidelong at Luffy's hat. The man grinned widely down at the D brothers, ''Hehehe! So Trafalgar managed to spy himself the newest rookie Supernova and the infamous Fire Fist. That coy little slut!'' the guy said, though Ace could hear no disdain in the other's deep, smooth voice.

''Well than it's only fair you two know who the fuck I am.'' The redhead suddenly added, smirk going cocky, ''Eustass 'Captain' Kidd.'' the brute intoned as Ace had to fight his jaw dropping in shock, 'Shit...he's one of the Supernovas too...and the most wanted no less.' the fire user thought as Kidd thumped him on the back, making Ace lurch slightly and drawing Luffy's attention once more. Kidd grinned at them as Luffy's eyes sparkled in wonder, apparently having remembered what Hachi's lady friend had told them in regards to the Supernovas.

''Cool!'' Luffy gushed, most likely causing Kidd's ego to inflate if that cheeky grin was anything to go by, ''So now, Children, what brings you to the house of filth and depravity?'' Kidd asked, evidently genuinely curious...even if his tone of voice was a bit condescending. Ace opened his mouth to answer only to draw back as an eerily familiar presence sauntered into the auditorium. Kidd stiffened and Ace's jaw tightened as the bat fucking crazy grin of none other than Donquixote Doflamingo greeted the audience seated before his overly large, pink feathered frame.

Ace quickly pulled Luffy closer to him as he moved them against the wall, further into the darkness that made up the back of the auditorium as one of the Auction House's 'drones' quickly stepped forward to escort the sadistic Shichibukai to a specialized seating area. Kidd frowned almost violently as he observed Doflamingo with no little amount of vile distaste, ''What's that fucking bastard doing here?'' Kidd hissed, eyes narrowing dangerously in the Shichibukai's direction.

Ace felt his own stomach clench, 'I would like to know the same thing.' he thought only to be pulled from his worried musings when the auction master's voice boomed over the speakers, louder then ever. ''I welcome you once again; Ladies, gentleman, our esteemed Celestial Dragons and a special welcome to the brilliant man who made this establishment possible; Doflamingo-san! Welcome!'' the auction master said, voice becoming more enthusiastic as he continued to speak, ''We have a very special main event planned for tonight. A pretty little creature with a bite...so for the safety of the audience in attendance we have sedated him to better show off his attributes.''

Ace tensed further, 'This is it!' he thought, feeling his own gut twist sickeningly. Kidd saw the reaction Ace had to the announcement the auction master just made and quickly became more interested, 'Something good's about to happen.' Kidd found himself thinking as he licked his dark painted lips and watched the stage carefully. Ace's gaze darted from the stage to all the big key 'players' that sat among the regulars and knew that everything was about to take a violent turn for the worse. They were not going to walk away easily this time.

AN: So what the hell possessed me to write this cracktastic mess of a pairing...cause it's just that; cracktastic! Seriously though, I knew I had to seriously mess with and deny nearly...okay almost all...of Oda's amazing plot and storyline, but I was in the mood for a different kind of pairing and...well...this just kind of happened. Go figure, eh. So ya, will it work? Who knows? :3