Warnings: Reader gender not specified, Cavendish is weird, reader doesn't like him, Cavendish is in love, disgusted looks
Characters: Cavendish x reader (gender not specified)
Cavendish
Imagine being the only one who doesn't fall for Cavendish's charms and he falls in love with you.
"You're a show-off, and I don't like you," you said, seeing Cavendish looking at you flirtatiously.
"It can't be, he doesn't faint like the others," the blond said, confused by your disgusted face. "I think I'm in love," he said with heart-shaped eyes. You and Luffy looked at each other in confusion.
"You're weird," Luffy said with a strange look.
You looked at him in disgust. The blond was already
☆ Beauty, But No Brains — Cavendish x GN Reader Fic ☆
Genre: Fluff, || They/them pronouns for reader || No warnings needed
A/N: Self-indulgent OP fic time! I'm pretty sure not that many people like Cavendish(?) but I thought of this (probably very common) prompt and it was so funny to me I had to write it. I hope it's at least an enjoyable read!
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You sat waiting at the center of your town, feeling nerves in every crevice of your heart. There was a decently large fountain in the middle of the town square that spouted clear water from three different nozzles. It shone brilliantly, reflecting beads of sunlight in the constant streams... perfect for a certain extremely dramatic rich man to make an appearance. Despite your better judgment, Cavendish had wormed his way into your heart. The real issue was getting a guy who almost always thinks of only himself to notice you
You nervously clung to the gift in your hands, looking down at the stems fighting for freshness in your grip. Roses seemed so simple, maybe even too much so. But Cavendish always carried them around, at least one could be seen being held between his teeth or carried in his hand. Sometimes simple was best, right? You felt doubt nibble at the back of your thoughts. This was only your third time trying to catch his notice, and you were doubting yourself more and more. Why would he even accept these? Does he even remember you? Why would he even come to-
Your doubtful thoughts came to a close when the distant sound of hoofsteps caught your ears. It was steadily growing closer, and before you knew it a white horse was galloping in. The townspeople gasped and ducked out of the way as the large stallion came to a halt. The man atop it slid off the saddle in a fluid motion, landing on the ground. A ruffled white shirt reflected the brightness of the sun, and the man threw his hands up in a grand gesture of displaying himself. "Now, now! No need to be so dreary, I have come back for you!" He announced. You seemed to be the only one among the groaners who felt your heart flutter at his presence
Noticing the lack of people throwing themselves at him, Cavendish crossed his arms with an offended 'hmph'. Which immediately melted away when a small crowd came up to fawn over Farul— and Cavendish immediately pushed himself into their line of attention. Your eyes stayed following his shining presence. It was no doubt he was beautiful— Cavendish himself knew that, to the point of staking the identity of his crew on it. Sky blue eyes, long blonde waves of hair, and somehow completely clear skin despite months at sea. If he simply didn't speak, you'd have no issue on getting others to see why you admired him so much
But, well, therein lay the problem. Cavendish's endless pettiness and self-adoration weren't exactly appealing to… a lot of people. But you couldn't help adoring him still. He was like if a prince hopped right out of a storybook (give or take the etiquette). He'd spoken to you a bit when he was held up on the road, and you were surprised at how friendly he seemed. Sure, he talked about himself a lot, but he was honestly sweet when given the right amount of patience. Your previous attempts to catch up might have faltered, but you were determined to make this work
With that thought and a small burst of courage, you stood from the bench you had been observing on. With each step across the ground, you felt your confidence waver little by little. Right before you could ask yourself if this was really a good idea for the billionth time, Cavendish was already turning on his high-heeled boots in your direction. He was in the middle of frowning as the last group, as it turns out, really did only want to visit Farul and not him. When his eyes met yours, you froze in the middle of a step. He seemed to scan you for a moment, before he quickly lit up like a fire fed new fuel
"A fan!" Cavendish greeted rather loudly. He straightened up, making sure his hat was positioned properly. "You- remember me?" You couldn't help asking. Cavendish flashed you a small smile. "How could I forget a fan, dear? Especially in a place like this! You're the only one to really understand me" He said, tone turning much more dramatic "Oh, these poor, misguided people! They can't see the beauty right in front of them!" He lamented. You couldn't help but snicker at his complete lack of subtlety "Yes, uh- a shame, really"
"It really, really is" Cavendish agreed with a solemn nod, dabbing the corner of his eyes to wipe away brave tears that weren't even there. "Well, I've got a gift for you, if that makes you feel better" You offered, holding out the bouquet more for him to see. He opened his eyes back up, and they once again brightened. He held the base of the bundle to look over the flowers, and his hands rested on top of yours, making you jump a little. His hands were startlingly soft-
"These are fresh!" Cavendish noted, finally pulling the flowers into his arms. "They are," You responded with a hopeful grin "I wanted to get you the best they had". "How sweet" The pirate coos. He gently cups one of the flowers under the petals, pulling it up to take in the sweet scent they provided. Your mind took the opportunity to fill the silence with nervous babbling
"I've been thinking about you a lot" You admitted, speaking quickly "You're- well, I'm sure you know this, but- you're very nice to talk to. Charming, and- kind... at times. I want to meet up with you more. I feel like we have a lot more in common than you'd think, and if you'd give me the chance, I'm sure I can make it worth your while!". You had to take a quick breathing break before continuing, "I know you're a busy pirate, but I just wanted to know if maybe you... wanted to go ou-"
Your thoughts abruptly halted when you saw Cavendish bite off the head of the rose. He had ever-so-calmly wrapped his lips around it, nipped the stem, and was currently contentedly chewing the flower. Your eyes drifted down to see three other roses had apparently already been bitten off in the time you'd begun talking
...What?
"Oh, you were saying?" Cavendish asked politely as if literal plants weren't being chewed in his cheeks as he spoke "I'm beautiful, awe-inspiring, and the center of your thoughts, yes?". "I-" You stammered, completely thrown for a loop "Something like that. I was asking if you..." You watched him nip up another rose head to chew "...Wanted to go out? With me?"
Cavendish heaved a sigh "Being so popular, I get these requests quite often. Beauty really is a burden, having so many suitors looking for my hand". "Is that a no?" You asked hesitantly, feeling your heart drop in your chest. Cavendish held up a finger. "Hold on, now" He said. He finished his mouthful of flowers and swallowed it down, which you were still processing as actually happening. "I was going to say despite the frequency of the request, I do admit, you charm me more than the others" He said
"Oh" You said simply. When his words processed, a warm ball of hope sparked within you as you let out a more excited, "Oh! That's- wow, um-" You suddenly felt much more flustered "I wasn't expecting that". "You've already given me my lunch, too" Cavendish hummed, gesturing to the flowers "Such a thoughtful one, you are"
...Right. That was- something. You settled on awkwardly saying, "I'm glad you like them". Cavendish smiled at you, and now you felt bad for silently doubting him, because his gaze had such a genuine warmth to it. "Same time tomorrow" Cavendish announced rather than asked, "We'll discuss our little outing right here. Until then". With a wink in your direction and your flowers tucked under his arm, he climbed back on Farul's saddle. And just like that, he was on his way out. The steps of his steed receded, and the empty space it left was filled with the usual sounds of a bustling town square. You were stuck between being awestruck and utterly baffled
Cavendish... eats flowers. Good to know. All flowers? Or just roses? Would he turn up his nose at a daisy or a tulip? Did the thorns ever hurt? Was that even healthy? And why in the name of all living things did he eat raw roses to begin with?? You mentally resigned yourself to not being able to know the answers at least until tomorrow. Then it dawned on you
Tomorrow! Cavendish had agreed to discuss a date! Joy ended up washing over the mild disturbance you felt, temporarily triumphant in your heart. You eagerly started towards your home, already thinking of the many ways you two could spend that fated evening… away from a rosebush, as you decided just then
My friends and I had a shared document on google docs for sharing fics. So none of this is mine and if you see initials by something, those are my friend's initials to show what character they brought to the table. The initials are mostly for the One Piece stuff though.
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Collected For: These are characters that got lumped in with characters we like. So while we might not like the characters listed here, they might be your favourite.
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Whitebeard Pirates x Reader
^ Includes: Marco and Thatch.
Red Haired Pirates
^ Includes: Shanks, Hongo, and Benn Beckman
Jack The Drought:
Finding out their S/O is pregnant (By trashytoastboi)
Charlotte Daifuku:
Fantasy/Soulmate AU (By trashytoastboi)
Gunko:
Holy Knights Taking Care of their Sick s/o (By cerberus-bites)
Shepherd Sommers:
Holy Knights Taking Care of their Sick s/o (By cerberus-bites)
Akainu:
Newborn Child (By fleet-admiral-hiba)
Benn, Garp, Akainu mini sfw headcanons (By myonepiece)
Bringing the Admiral's Lunch (By luvcozy)
Marine Admirals with a Shy!S/O (By lild00td00t)
Marine Admirals when you’re on your period: Fem! Reader (By lild00td00t)
Borsalino:
Newborn Child (By fleet-admiral-hiba)
Bringing the Admiral's Lunch (By luvcozy)
Marine Admirals with a Shy!S/O (By lild00td00t)
Marine Admirals when you’re on your period: Fem! Reader (By lild00td00t)
Tashigi:
What are they like when they kiss: MARINE EDITION! (By lild00td00t)
Koby
Masira:
Younger S/O (By multifandomthoughts)
Blackbeard Pirates x Reader
^ Includes: Van Auger, Jesus Burgess, Shiryu, Doc Q, Catarina Devon, and Laffitte.
Black Leg Sanji
Germa 66 x Reader
^ Includes: Reiju, Niji, and Yonji.
Cavendish:
Relationship Headcanons: Cavendish and Caesar (By one-piece-aus)
Hey so i saw that you were finished with the dressrosa arc and i was maybe wondering if you could write something for Cavendish. I know he is not listed on your list but i really have been thinking of that beautiful man recently 😔. Maybe you could write something along the lines of like maybe the reader and Cavendish had a thing with eachother but like before she joined the strawhat pirates. Like Cavendish was deeply in love with her but she suddenly left and now obviously is under Luffy’s command. Maybe she met him before he was a pirate and she knows of his alter ego Hakuba. Then like they cross paths with eachother again in dressroas. If you can’t do this character i’m totally fine with that✌🏻I just can’t find much on cavendish. OH! And it would be cool if the reader is in the grunge/goth style just because that’s what i am :) THANK YOU! I HOPE UR DOING WELL
Hi hi hi!!! So i really like this idea so I did write it. This won't be a one time thing and I'm placing a new rule for my account, if you want me to write for someone in One Piece that is not listed on my character list then the prompt/idea must at least, make me giggle or laugh, or it's a really good idea for angst. So please enjoy your Cavendish, I hope I wrote it well enough and that you like it
Warnings/Tags:
Spoilers for Dressrosa
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Narrator POV
Cavendish, the man that made every woman fall to heir knees in love was smitten. And saying that was unusual because he was always the one making people fall in love, not the other way around. And why was he so in love? Because you didn't show interest.
Yes it sounds crazy but for some context, you and Cavendish knew each other even before he became a pirate. He was the hottest boy around and you were the first to not be affected by his charms, you were different than the other girls he's met. You sat there in your dark grungy outfits, ignoring his advances to charm or impress you with his beauty. It was shocking to him, women fell at his feet and you weren't, and he needed to know why. So he started talking to you and you both actually got along really well. Now here's why he started falling, most of the girls he meets only fell for him and liked him because of his charming looks, but since you weren't attracted to his looks you got to know him on a personal level, you became a genuine friend that cared about him deeply and not for just his looks, and he liked that, it felt nice to be genuinely cared for. You were the first person he told about his alter ego, Hakuba, and surprisingly you didn't run when he told you and that meant a lot to him. Meeting such a genuine person He started to fall for you. He continued trying to charm you, hoping to get you to feel the same but it seemed like nothing worked. Then one night after a frustrated confession from him you actually confessed back and he was surprised. But from that night you were closer than ever, you were a strange couple him being all charming and dramatic while you were all dark and quiet, when people saw you together it resembled a peacock and a crow. He was a flashy peacock and you were a crow that loved flashy things.
But one day you just disappeared without a trace. No note, no reason, he just never saw you again. He was upset, thinking you were just using him but he managed to move on, then he became a pirate and he only cared about the attention. Now he was in Dressrosa, a famous pirate loved by the ladies and his anger towards Strawhat Luffy.
Despite his anger towards Luffy he was currently helping him by giving Luffy and Law a lift on his horse as they rode to Doflamingos castle. After his horse was hurt and now he was stuck with Robin and Bartolomeo, he saw someone running towards them. He had his sword ready but when the person came closer he almost dropped the sword. Why were you here? Of all the places and all the times to see you again you just had to appear in the middle of a fight. But you ran past him and towards Robin. Robin was catching you up on the current situation while Cavendish just stared. Once Robin left to go catch up with the others in the Sunflower fieldyou turned around, wanting to help here but then you also froze. You didn't know that Cavendish was here so you both froze as you stared at each other. Step by step you both made your way towards each other.
Once you were only inches apart he spoke, "You're okay....?" He questioned, not sure exactly what to say or ask, you nodded, "Always have been.." "Why did you leave me?" He asked with a hurt tone as he took your hand in his. You sighed and admitted, "I got into some trouble with some bad people.... And I didn't want you to get involved" "So you left without saying anything?" "I didn't want you to be worried..." "You didn't want me to be worried?! I was worried sick because you just disappeared without a trace!! I thought you used me to get me vulnerable so I would tell you about Hakuba and you could turn me in to the marines! You can't just disappear like that when I... I care about you so damm much..." Cavendish cupped your cheek and have you a genuine look of care. "You were my lover, why wouldn't I care...?" He moved to hold your hands again and rested his forehead against yours. "Don't disappear again... You're the person I'm closest to, my heart can't take it again.." He asked as he gave your hands a tight squeeze "Alright... I won't disappear... I'll try better to keep in touch this time.." you squeezed his hands back reassuringly.
Cavendish smiled and pulled away, "Good, now I'd love to hear what you've been up to but we have a fight going on so afterwards I say we find the least destroyed place in the kingdom and catch up, I'd love to hear where the Hell you've been since I last saw yo-" Cavendish was cut off by Bartolomeo, "OH MY GOD, IS THAT ANOTHER STRAWHAT?!?! *Sniff* *Sob* THIS IS THE BEST DAY OF MY LIFE!!!!!!" Cavendish looked at him with disgust then looked back at you with concern, "Please don't tell me you're-" "Yes.. I'm apart of Luffy's crew..." "Strawhat Luffy...?" "Yes.. Strawhat Luffy..." Cavendish visibly twitched at your confirmation at being apart of Luffy's crew. His teeth and jaw clenched at this and his hand gripped his sword but once he saw your look of concern he took a deep breath to calm down, "I'm fine... I'm fine with that... Strawhat Luffy... I'm... Fine with that.... I'm glad you found a crew you're happy in... Even if it's someone I wanted to kill.... Yes... It's fine... Everything is fine..." He was still twitching. Someone tried to attack him from behind but you quickly took them down, "Cavendish I know you're having another one of your dramatic breakdowns but it's not the time for that!" Cavendish snapped out of it when you saved him and nodded, "Right, but I'm coming to find you after this!" he announced as he drew his sword and the fight continued.
The fight was over, Doflamingo is in jail and Luffy had won. As promised, Cavendish hunted you down and now you were both walking and talking through the flower field near the cottage you and the others were resting in. You were holding hands and as you both told stories of your adventures over the seas. Soon it was getting dark and Cavendish would have to go back to the castle soon so you both decided to lay in the flowers and watch the sun set. "It's all so beautiful, isn't it?" you asked as you turned to face Cavendish, "It is, not as beautiful as me, or you of course, but it's nice to lay here with you and watch the sunset with you again" he replied as he moved closer to you. "Is there really no way I can convince you to join my crew...?" He asked you. You sighed, "I'm sorry Cavendish, I've been with the Strawhats so long it would feel wrong to just leave... I love you more than anything but my loyalty lies to Luffy, even if my heart belongs to you." Cavendish frowned but gave you a small nod, "I understand... You're a loyal person, to me and Luffy.. I trust you to take care of yourself, and I trust Luffy enough to make sure you are safe.." "Really..?" "Yes you're still my closest friend and the love of my life and this won't be the last time we will see each other, I'll make sure of it. I'll sne letters, I'll get transporder snails, I'll do whatever it takes to communicate with you and speak to you. All I ask is that you don't disappear again and leave me alone again.." Cavendish fully turned to face you and you did the same, "I promise, I won't do something stupid like that again. I'll communicate to you this time if I ever need your help." Cavendish smiled and cupped your cheek, you both leaned in shared a tender and passionate kiss under the setting sun, your bond stronger than ever.
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Nothing much to say this time, I will most likely finish my Slasher Rob Lucci this week where I will talk more so see you all next time
OP to you being clueless to their flirting/feelings I
ೃ⁀➷ TW/CW: Fluff, Nothing much tbh, A little bit of Teasing, Gender Neutral Reader, let me know if I need to add more TW/Tags ♡ Minors please interact with me only by liking or reblogs.
➳ Characters: Ace D. Portgas, Luffy D. Monkey, Sabo, Zoro Roronoa, Sanji Vinsmoke, Izo, Cavendish, Rayleigh, Trafalgar Law
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I wrote this when I wasnt that well so if some stuff sounds/seems weird I'm sorry, I tried my best to correct it HAHAHA I need to write more about one piece sob,,,,
Ace and Luffy are the worst for the mere reason that they are straightforward. A lot. Like they both clearly stated that they like you in a more romantic sense when you stated that you two were friends, but if you somehow still didn't get the hint they would be clueless about what to do other than scream their love. Ace would be a lot more flirty and teasing than Luffy, mostly because the latter isn't interested in it lmfao. Also Luffy is oblivious too, he isn't that interested in having a love relationship, while Ace not at all, and would notice things pretty quickly.
Sabo isn't that bad. But I feel like he could be quite oblivious too, making the situation both funny and annoying to everyone else. You both like each other, flirt even, but still convinced that the other is just being friendly koala is screaming into her pillow please. Luckily Sabo braincells would connect and realize what has been happening for a while, also thanks to Koala, so everything is well. Kind of. He has no idea how to make you realize his feelings without screaming like the other two
Zoro is both oblivious and straightforward. He lives in his own world of training, not noticing it your flirting or his own until it's too late. Drives him a little bit insane how oblivious you are even if he thought it made things pretty clear; he likes you and wants to take your relationship further, but maybe his wording wasn't the best and you misunderstood... Somehow.
You just think that Sanji is being, you know, Sanji. So you don't think too much about it. Expect the fact that he is being much worse when it's about you; he knows your favorite food, drink, book and he is always, always thriving for your attention and praise. Not also very shy about it, will remind you time and time again that he likes you. Without batting an eye. Maybe tearing a little bit considering how you constantly reject his feelings by calling him friends, although you didn't mean it
I like to think that Izo is into a more traditional way of courting, so your misunderstanding of his gestures is pretty normal, considering that they both be seen as platonic and romantic. However, he is gonna make stuff pretty clear soon while slightly teasing you, finding your obliviousness simply adorable. He won't mind it that much, using it mostly to tease just a tiny bit. A tiny bit he says, lying.
My sweet boy Cavendish is so confused and perplexed. He honestly thought it was pretty clear, considering how clearly he favors you over anyone else. Not that he minds it, he finds it as a battle to make you understand his feelings, and it's a good excuse to pamper you with gifts and affection. Like the dude would propose to you to be his partner like he's asking your hand in marriage, he is not subtle by any means. Probably took the word out of his dictionary.
Rayleigh is a fucker. He noticed how completely oblivious you are to his flirting right from the start and he is amused by it, loving to tease you and make you question what his action actually means. He doesn't do it with malice and would clarify pretty quickly his feelings, waiting for you to get embaressed over the situation with a smirk.
Poor Trafalgar has no idea how to work in this situation. You can literally hear the gear in his brain trying to work out, because, in all honesty, he thought his feelings were all over the place. He's glad that it isn't the case, but he has no idea how to confess his feelings without secondhand embarrassment. Especially with how many times you have called him a dear friend in his face, ignoring his groan and grunt.
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