[Voice]

[mikangirl]

[The announcement doesn't come until she's tracked down what's left of her crew and paid a visit to Ace and Sabo to inform them in person. She could wish Sanji and Zoro were here, because she winces at the idea of them finding out on the grapevine before they even return home. But it can't be helped.

Besides, maybe he'll be back before they return. He always has before.

She can hope he isn't.]

[Voice]

For those that knew him, Luffy has gone home. [She sounds perfectly calm, if a little distant.] He didn't leave anything, so... wish him well.

Comments

[weakahoshi]

L- Luffy's really gone gone this time? Maybe he'll be back in a few weeks...

[mikangirl]

He may very well be, Shirahoshi. But it's better if he stays home.

[weakahoshi]

[She gets quiet at that, her expression falling, tears welling in her eyes.]

Mm. I guess so...

[Shirahoshi sniffles, then wipes her eyes. She's not going to do this.]

It isn't something to be sad about, if he's gone to a better place. Let me come be with you for awhile.

[mikangirl]

[It's ...not entirely for Shirahoshi that she accepts, because right now the idea of the mermaid as company is sort of attractive. So she lifts her chin a little and smiles warmly, even if it's an effort to look that cheerful.]

You'd be most welcome. I could make us some cocoa.

[weakahoshi]

[Shirahoshi has no idea what cocoa is. Buuut she'll go along with it.]

That sounds great! I'll be right over!

[mikangirl]

[That's all right. Nami will introduce you to the concept. Along with the concept of marshmallows and chocolate bits melting into sludge in the bottom of your cup.

Because indulgence and comfort sugar, yes.]

See you soon, Shirahoshi.