Luffy took one look at you stepping onto the Sunny and instantly lit up, grinning like he’d just found treasure. From that moment on, he trailed behind you everywhere—leaning over your shoulder, poking at whatever you were doing, firing off question after question with bright, curious eyes.

The first time you lifted something heavy or handled a task well, he practically sparkled, cheering loud enough for the whole ship to hear. The crew exchanged knowing looks, snickering as Luffy hovered protectively at your side.

“Looks like the captain’s already claimed ’em.” someone joked.

Luffy blinked, confused for a moment… then stood even closer to you, smiling like he absolutely agreed, even if he didn’t understand why.