The Chef boy| Sanji x reader {Taz Skylar} fanfic

03 '𝑺𝒂𝒏𝒋𝒊, 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒐𝒌'

"Fiiine, you guys will regret it if I'm right about this," Nami cautioned, her voice filled with a mix of concern and determination.

"But she doesn't look harmful, right Zoro?" Luffy asked with a serious expression. Zoro, standing at the ship deck railing with one leg on a step, his gaze fixed on the ocean, responded in a calm tone, "I don't find her threatening to me."

"See? Even the man who will be the greatest swordsman in the world thinks she's cute " Luffy exclaimed. Nami rolled her eyes in response.

"Hey Nami and Zoro!, you two are so similar that I bet you argue over who's the better at getting lost!" Ussop teased, "tsk, He couldn't even find his way out of a paper bag" Nami said, Zoro fired back "Yeah, well at least I don't need a map to find my way back to the ship"

Ussop and Luffy can't help but chuckle at the banter between Nami and Zoro. Then after that, Luffy, who sniffs as if he can smell something that caught his attention. He followed the enticing aroma, "What's that? Is that food?" Luffy asked excitedly, his face lit up with a big smile as he realized it was dinner time. "Sanji!!!" Luffy shouted, arms raised, and dashed towards the kitchen.

Luffy burst through the door like he hadn't eaten in ages, laughing with excitement. "What's on the menu tonight?" he exclaimed. His jaw dropped when he saw the beautifully arranged feast on the table, They all gathered around the table, following Luffy as he led the way. The crew couldn't wait to dig into the delicious spread of food together!, and then Luffy hurriedly grabbed some large drumsticks.

Sanji was still busy preparing the food, but he placed a plate on the dining table from the countertop. Luffy, with his mouth full, exclaimed, "Hmm! Sanji, you're the best!" He gave Sanji a satisfied two thumbs up. However, his eyes searched for someone else in the dining room.

"By the way, how's the girl?" the boy with the straw hat wondered. "Girl who?" Sanji asked, pausing to think before understanding. "Oh, she's resting back there, sound asleep," Sanji replied, ladling soup into bowls.

"She seemed still in a trauma , she won't tell me about herself" he said, Concern filled the room as everyone exchanged glances. Just then, Sanji noticed Zoro's hands inching towards the food he had just placed on the table. "Hey, Zoro!" he shouted, grabbing his attention. "Hands off that! It's for Nami," he warned, protective of the dish.

Zoro tilted his head in annoyance and answered "Really? Then, why don't you just put it right here" he emphasized his point by moving the plate next to Nami, "So that no one will touch it for her"

Sanji shrugged and replied "Sorry, my bad!" He quickly turned around, grabbing a tray "Alright! I'll just serve this meal to our special guest, I'll be right back!" Sanji informed excitedly. You fell asleep while waiting for him, but a knock on the door wakes you up. A gentleman entered the room in his apron, holding a tray of delicious food in his hands. The aroma filled the air, making your stomach growl with anticipation.

"Apologies, my lady, for waking you up and taking so long with your meal. But guess what? I've got my special menu here, ready to make you feel amazing. Trust me, after tasting my food, you'll be blown away"he assured metaphorically in his british accent.

He carefully set a tray of mouthwatering dishes on the nearby side table and handed you a spoon. "Start with the soup, it's best enjoyed while piping hot," he suggested with a warm smile.

As you savored each bite, a whirlwind of emotions danced within you. The flavors exploded in your mouth, and as you closed your eyes, vivid images of the dish's deliciousness flooded your mind. You were at a loss for words to describe just how incredible the food was. Involuntarily, a sound of pure delight escaped your lips. Sanji couldn't help but chuckle and asked, "So, how was it?"

You were too engrossed in savoring the food to respond, quickly devouring each bite with enthusiasm. His chuckle faded, replaced by a serious gaze as he watched you eat with such intensity. "You're quite hungry," he remarked, "It's hard to believe such a beautiful lady like you could get lost in the sea. I'm glad I could be the one to save you"

You took a momentary pause, suddenly aware of his watchful eyes fixed upon you. The realization made you momentarily forget about the food, causing a subtle blush to creep onto your cheeks. His intense gaze made your heart flutter with shyness.

-THIRD-PERSON POV-

The next day, the crew gathered on the ship deck, enjoying each other's company. Sanji leaned against the cruise ship deck railing, taking a drag from his cigarette. As he finished, he casually stamped it out on the ground. Curious about the unusual silence, he strolled along the deck, his mind filled with intrigue. To his surprise, he spotted Luffy on the other side of the ship railing, engrossed in fishing, while Usopp stood beside him, peering through his trusty monocular.

Sanji's smooth words flowed effortlessly as he approached Nami, who was lounging under the sun. Leaning against the wall, hands in his pockets, he offered, "Care for a drink? Your beauty shines even brighter under the sun. Let me quench your thirst and revel in your loveliness."

"No thanks, Sanji. I'm not in the mood for a drink right now" Nami's dismissive tone made it clear that she wasn't interested in Sanji's offer. Just, then, Luffy's voice echoed across the deck,

"Hey, Sanji, could I get a glass of milk?" Luffy chimed in, "And a beer for me please, thank you, Sanji!" Ussop followed. However, being the kind-hearted chef that he is, Sanji didn't mind, even though he had initially offered for Nami. "Sure thing, Luffy! One glass of milk coming right up! And Ussop, a beer for you!" Sanji happily obliged, After all, they were all friends and he was always ready to serve them.

As Sanji walked past Zoro, who was peacefully sleeping on the hammock, he paid him no mind. Making his way to the kitchen, he grabbed a glass cup and a beer mug. However, his attention was suddenly caught by some mysterious noises coming from the barrel area. Curiosity piqued, he decided to investigate and followed the sound.

As Sanji turned the corner, he was taken by surprise and bumped into someone shorter than him. "Oh, shit!" he exclaimed, quickly catching the person's arms to prevent them from falling. He bent down slightly to get a better look at their face and recognized them. "Cora! What are you doing here? You scared the hell out of me," he chuckled nervously. "You should be resting in the room. Are you feeling alright?"

"I just went to find some food because I'm hungry" you said, "Oh, so you were just hungry, huh?" Sanji chuckled, noticing your shy demeanor and the way you rubbed your stomach.

"You had me worried for a moment there, thought something serious happened," he said with a playful smile. "But turns out, it was just you, looking absolutely adorable while searching for food." His eyes sparkled as he spoke.

"I'm sorry for sneaking in your kitchen, I just can't help it," you said, your voice filled with sincerity. Sanji listened attentively, his eyes fixed on you. "But Sanji," you continued, holding his gaze, "Just wanted to say, I really appreciate everything you've done for me. From saving my life to taking care of me and feeding me and your food..was amazing." As you spoke those heartfelt words, a warm smile spread across Sanji's face, and his eyes twinkled with gratitude.

He nodded, understanding your gratitude, and gave you a slight smile. "Well, saving a beautiful lady like you is my duty," he responded with a charming tone. "And It's my pleasure to take care of you." Sanji couldn't help but notice the smile that lit up your face.

He motioned towards your face, a flicker of delight in his eyes. "Wait a sec! It's much nicer to see you with a smile," he remarked, his eyes sparkling with genuine joy. Your smile quickly vanished from your face, leaving you feeling a bit flustered and self-conscious.

"I do-" you were about to say, but your words were cut off by a sudden turbulence of the ship. You stumbled and found yourself getting closer to Sanji's chest, causing your cheeks to flush red. "What's happening?" you asked in confusion. Sanji's face switched from playful to serious as he responded, "I don't know, come with me. I'll get you somewhere safe." In that moment, he became fiercely protective, gripping your wrist with a strong yet gentle hold, reassuring you that he would keep you safe.

[to be continued ;) ]