A/N: Here I go about to spam. Oh shanks again. I mean. You can't go wrong with shanks (wiggles eyebrows)

(Shanks x Reader)

It was quiet, the rain dripped onto the deck of the ship. The way the water lapped at the ship's boards. Oh, and his soft breathing.

You fluttered open your eyes to him. The scarlet haired man. He was a drunk, an idiot, and a loon. But. He was strong, protective, and knew when to be serious. He was the definition of fun. But also the definition of captain. He was always there when you needed him. The scarlet man's name sent shivers down any man that challenged him.

But.

His name only brought a smile to your lips. He was surprisingly charming. Romantic. At times. And knew how to cheer you up. He also knew your body like the back of his hand. That was Shanks. He was a great captain. He truly was. He only wanted the best for you. Always. Making sure you were well, warm, and always loved. There wasn't a moment where you weren't by his side.

You smiled softly brushing away his wild scarlet hair. Having his nose twitch. You smiled cuddling closer to his side drawing small, 'I love you's' on his chest.

"Darling." He grumbled.

You looked up to him, "Yes dear."

"Can you tell me what your doing up so early?"

"Sorry, I just like to watch you sleep."

"Tut tut, we made a rule."

You rolled your eyes as he pulled you close to his side. Drawing small hearts on your hip while his eyes remained closed.

"On rainy days like this. We sleep in as long as we can." He hummed.

"What about the others? Won't-"

"Benn is with them. Everything will be fine. If anything were to happen he would come to get me. And I would keep you down here until the danger is gone."

You sighed, "Yes dear."

"Good. Now go back to sleep."