Bab 42: Family Time
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The next morning, Jack awoke to find Titi still asleep beside him. Her hair was splayed across the pillow, her face relaxed in peaceful slumber. He couldn't help but admire her beauty, a soft smile playing on his lips as he watched her sleep.
After a while, Titi began to stir, her eyes fluttering open as she awoke. She smiled up at Jack, her voice still heavy with sleep. "Good morning, Mr. Bounty Hunter."
Jack smirked, his voice low and teasing. "Good morning, Princess."
Titi stretched languidly, a mischievous glint in her eyes. "So, now that we've... ahem... bonded, what's the plan for today?"
Jack contemplated for a moment, his eyes narrowing slightly in thought. "Well, I suppose we could explore more of Rainbase. There might be a few bounties to hunt down, or we could just enjoy the sights."
Titi smiled, excitement dancing in her eyes. "Sounds like a plan. Let's make the most of our time here."
They got dressed and left the hotel, hand in hand, ready to face the day's adventures together. As they walked through the bustling streets of Rainbase, Jack couldn't help but feel a strange sense of contentment. Despite his usually stoic demeanor, he found himself genuinely enjoying Titi's company, her playful teasing and laughter infectious.
After spending two incredible days in Rainbase, seeing everything it had to offer with his family and Titi, Jack decided it was time to head to the capital, Alubarna. He was still eager to find a Poneglyph, and thought that asking King Cobra about it was a reasonable plan.
With Titi and his family safely tucked away in the Pocket Space created by the Bodily Refinement Bead, Jack began his trek through the vast desert towards Alubarna.
The sun beat down on him relentlessly, but his enhanced physical abilities allowed him to traverse the desert at an impressive pace, his face showing no signs of discomfort. His calm blue eyes remained focused on the distant horizon, determined to reach his destination.
As the sun began to set, the desert transformed into a sea of orange and red hues. Jack found a small oasis where he decided to stop for the night. He stepped into the pocket space, sat with Aria, Amelia, Robin, Olvia, Liana, Luna, Sophie, Isabella, and Titi in front of the mansion he built on an isolated island.
They gathered around a campfire, the flickering flames casting a warm glow on their faces. Aria, Jack's five-year-old daughter, looked up at her father with a smile. "Daddy, can you tell us a story?"
Jack glanced at Aria, his eyes softening. "Of course, Princess." He began to tell a tale of his previous adventures, describing the fierce battles he had fought and the interesting people he had met along the way.
As Jack spoke, his voice remained steady and calm, his face betraying no emotion. But as he recounted the thrilling encounters and narrow escapes, his eyes seemed to come alive, turning into a deep, raging blue that held everyone's attention.
Robin, Jack's two-year-old surrogate daughter, listened intently, her wide eyes reflecting the dancing flames. She occasionally repeated words Jack said, her excitement evident in her small voice.
Titi, sitting next to Jack, couldn't help but be drawn to his steady presence. She marveled at the contrast between his cold demeanor and the passion with which he spoke about his adventures. Even though she had only recently met Jack, she felt a sense of belonging in this strange family gathered around the fire.
As the story progressed, Jack described a particularly tense battle where he had been cornered by a group of powerful enemies. His voice grew lower, the intensity in his eyes increasing. The others listened, captivated by the vivid scene he painted with his words.
Aria, her eyes wide with amazement, finally broke the silence. "Daddy, how did you escape from that situation?"
Jack looked at his daughter, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "Well, Princess, I used my wits and my strength. I managed to outmaneuver them and turn the tide in my favor."
Aria's eyes sparkled with pride, clearly impressed by her father's bravery. "You're the best, Daddy."
Jack's eyes warmed, filled with affection for his daughter. "Thank you, Princess. I'll always do my best to protect you and our family."
The conversation shifted, with each person sharing stories of their own. Luna, Jack's sister, recounted a hilarious tale of a time when she had accidentally stumbled into a local festival, becoming an unexpected participant in a dance competition.
Sophie, Jack's childhood friend, told a heartwarming story about the day she and Jack had met, reminiscing about their shared memories.
As the night deepened, the family continued to share stories and laughter, enjoying the rare opportunity to be together. The atmosphere was warm and comfortable, a stark contrast to the harsh desert landscape outside the pocket space.
After some time, Aria began to yawn, her eyes drooping with sleepiness. Jack noticed and scooped her up in his arms, carrying her towards the mansion. "Time for bed, Princess."
Aria nodded, snuggling into her father's embrace. "Goodnight, Daddy."
"Goodnight, sweetheart," Jack replied, his voice tender.
As he carried Aria away, the others began to say their goodnights and retire to their rooms. Titi lingered by the fire, her gaze following Jack as he disappeared into the mansion. She couldn't help but feel a mixture of admiration and affection for the man who had managed to capture her heart so quickly.
The next morning, Jack left the Pocket Space early in the morning, walking towards the capital once again. His calm blue eyes were focused on the horizon, his face betraying no signs of discomfort despite the harsh desert sun.
As Jack walked, his mind drifted to the previous night's conversations and laughter. He felt a strange sense of contentment, his usually stoic demeanor softening as he thought about his family and Titi. Despite his cold exterior, Jack was deeply protective and caring towards those he loved, and he found himself wondering how he could better provide for them in the future.
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