Feelings. Zoro never really went through the whole “relationship” crap, he was too focused on becoming the worlds greatest swordsmen, and was even more set on it after Mihawk left him with a scar across his chest. He was fine without having a relationship or even falling in love, he’d always say “my goal comes first, I’ll consider a relationship afterwards, if I’m even alive by then.” But despite all this, he was somewhat lying to himself. You were a long-time member of Luffy’s crew, there before he himself was even roped onto the future pirate kings ship. You were everything he could imagine; Strong, Powerful, Loyal, Beautiful (or Handsome) especially, and you had a ridiculous knack for being by his side and aiding him if chopper was busy. Maybe this was love he was feeling, whatever it was was making him..neevous. He was afraid of his feelings, not only because they were unusual; but because they were feelings for you. What if he told you how he felt and you laughed in his face? Or maybe it ruined the mutual relationship you two held as strong allies and you never spoke to him again, or better yet; what if you disappear? Just like his childhood friend. It scared him, scared him so bad he avoided it as much as he could. Until one day: You confessed how you felt, you liked him, better yet loved him. He was scared shitless, but he managed to blurt out:

“I like you too, I’ve liked you since I met you!” Zoro blurted, his body shaking with fear, but also relieved he got it out his system.

“I…I didn’t tell you because I was afraid. Afraid that youd give me any answer besides returning the feelings I had deep inside me.” He muttered, averting his gaze, sometbing you’ve never seen him do.

So what now..?