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Chapter 111 Overwhelmed by Emotion
The dark red liquid swirls repeatedly in the glass, reflecting the dim yellow light, as if the gentleness of the entire night has been blended into this small piece of glass.
Robin raised her hand and took another sip of wine. This time, she didn't rush to swallow it, letting the rich aroma of the wine slowly spread on her tongue, carrying a slightly intoxicating warmth, quietly shedding her usual calm and composed facade.
A faint blush rose to her cheeks, and her usually clear and calm eyes were now misty, adding a touch of tenderness and languor rarely seen in her.
Bai Yu's heart stirred slightly as he looked at her like this.
Having known Robin for so long, she has always remained calm and wise, and nothing in the world can shake her determination to pursue the true historical truth.
In the quiet cabin, under the influence of alcohol, the vulnerability and loneliness hidden deep in her eyes finally revealed themselves.
Bai Yu didn't speak, but simply held his wine glass quietly, his gaze falling on her gentle profile. The light outlined her beautiful jawline, her long hair cascading over her shoulders, carrying a faint scent of sea breeze, making her elegant and charming.
"Actually... I never thought I would have such a peaceful moment."
Robin suddenly spoke softly, his voice slightly hoarse from drinking, yet all the more gentle: "I had a turbulent childhood, and later I was always on the run. I've long been used to facing everything alone."
Robin raised his head and looked directly at Bai Yu, his eyes swirling with complex emotions—confusion, weariness, and a barely perceptible dependence.
"It wasn't until I met everyone, and met you, that I realized how wonderful it is to not have to be constantly on guard, and not have to bear all the feelings alone."
Bai Yu thought of Robin's past, the deep-seated hatred she carried, and her years of loneliness and helplessness, yet she didn't vent her bitterness on innocent marines after gaining power. Bai Yu slowly reached out his hand, not touching her rashly, but stopping an inch on the back of her hand, and asked softly, "These years have been hard for you, but now you still have us."
This simple sentence broke down Robin's last line of defense. Over the years, she had heard too many schemes, too much exploitation, too much mockery, but never before had anyone so gently said "thank you for your hard work," even though Bai Yu had said similar things before.
Tears welled up in her eyes instantly, blurring her vision. She could no longer hold back and leaned slightly forward, gently resting her cheek on Bai Yu's shoulder.
The warm touch made Bai Yu's body stiffen slightly, then he slowly relaxed, raised his hand and gently placed it on the top of her head, stroking her soft, long hair with gentle movements.
Robin's hair was soft and had a faint fragrance, mixed with the scent of a young girl, lingering around the nose and calming the mind.
Robin's body was light. Leaning on his shoulder, it was as if he had found a safe harbor. The grievances and loneliness that had been suppressed for many years were released at this moment. Tears soaked his clothes, but he did not make a sound of sobbing. There were only soft sobs, which were particularly clear in the quiet cabin.
"Bai Yu..."
Robin's voice was thick with a nasal tone as she mumbled his name: "I'm so afraid... afraid that one day, this peace will disappear, afraid that you will all leave me..."
No, it won't.
Bai Yu's voice was firm, carrying an undeniable power. He gently pulled her into his arms, letting her lean closer to him: "I will not leave you, neither will we. I will accompany you on the road ahead, whether it's searching for the Poneglyphs or facing the World Government, whether it's a journey through wind and rain or a peaceful time, I will always be there."
The body in his arms trembled slightly, and Robin looked up at him with teary eyes.
Under the dim light, Bai Yu's eyes shone brightly, as if filled with starlight. The tenderness in her eyes gave her once helpless heart a sense of belonging.
She looked at Bai Yu, at herself reflected in his eyes, and at the undisguised affection in his eyes. Suddenly, she mustered her courage and gently touched his cheek.
His cheeks were warm to the touch; his nose, the corners of his lips—every part made her heart race.
Bai Yu didn't move, just quietly watched her, his gaze so tender it could melt hearts. He let her fingertips roam freely across his face, his emotions surging like a tide, completely overwhelming his reason.
As the wine intensified, so did their feelings.
Robin's fingertips finally lingered on the corner of his lips, gently caressing them. Her breathing quickened, her cheeks flushed, and the moisture in her eyes gradually transformed into deep affection. She tiptoed slightly, emboldened by the alcohol, and slowly leaned closer to his face.
The two grew closer and closer, able to clearly feel each other's breath and the rapid beating of each other's hearts.
The aroma of wine in the air grew stronger, mingling with the scents of the two of them, creating an ambiguous yet intense atmosphere. When her soft lips gently touched the corner of his lips, Bai Yu's mind went blank for a moment, followed by a strong surge of emotion that swept through his body. He reached back and held her waist tightly in his arms, deepening the kiss.
This kiss, carrying the aroma of wine, the bitterness of tears, and the deep affection of this moment, was both tender and passionate, lingering and tender.
Robin's body went limp instantly, and she leaned completely into his arms, wrapping her arms around his neck and responding to his kiss, wanting to pour all the grievances of the past years into this kiss.
Outside the cabin, the waves continued to lap against the hull, making a long and gentle sound, as if accompanying the emotions of this late night.
Moonlight streamed through the window, bathing the two in its glow and outlining their embracing figures in a tender and serene scene.
The flickering light of the oil lamp cast an ambiguous glow over everything in the cabin. The temperature in the air gradually rose, and burning emotions spread rampantly between the two, consuming all words and reason.
Bai Yu gently lifted Robin up in her arms, her arms instinctively tightening around him. Her cheek pressed against his chest, she could clearly hear his steady and powerful heartbeat, a sound that seemed to have a calming power, making all her unease and fear vanish.
He moved very lightly, carefully placing her on the soft couch inside the cabin, then leaned down and kissed her lips again.
Bai Yu's kisses changed from gentle to burning, from tender to urgent. His fingertips lightly brushed her hair and her back, carrying a careful and cherished feeling, as well as an overwhelming and deep affection.
Robin closed her eyes, completely succumbing to this tenderness and heat. She shed all pretense and defenses, surrendering herself entirely to Bai Yu.