A short bonus chapter about Shanks coming to see his sister. Enjoy.

Shanks walked towards Whitebeard. Kira sat by his side and Marco stood beside her. Shanks looked only at his sister, with relieved and happy eyes. She smiled to him.

"Kira … I'm so happy to see you," he said, hugging her gently.

"Brother … Sorry for worrying you," she said.

"It's not your fault, so don't apologize," he said and stood up. He looked at Marco. "Whitebeard told me that you found her. Thanks for bringing her with you."

"Don't think about it - yoi," said Marco.

"Now what to do with you sis? I can't let you be alone," said Shanks.

"She won't be alone Akagami. She's now my 'daugther'," said Whitebeard.

"She is what? Kira?" Shanks looked at her, daring her to say it was true.

"It's true bro. He asked me long time ago and he told me the offer still stood, so I said yes. Now I'm ready to live out my dream and I know I'll be safe here," she said firmly.

Shanks looked at her with strict eyes, but then they softened. He smiled. "Then I can't do anything. You've decided, even though I get the feeling it is not the only reason you stays here. At least I know you are safe," he sighed.

"I am safe. And you're right. There is another reason," she said.

"Love. I get it. At least tell me what happened 6 years ago," he said.

"Pirates and they were too strong for me to handle. They caught me and sold me. I've been a slave since, but I got lucky. That's all I will tell you brother," she said.

"You won't tell who raid our home or who bought you?"

"No. Don't seek revenge for me. It's not yours to take," she said.

"Still stubborn I see. Alright then sis, as you wish. Then let us celebrate," said Shanks.

Kira sighed relief and looked at Marco. It was going better than she'd hoped for. He had his hand on her shoulder and he squeezed it gently. Shanks and Whitebeard was already talking and drinking, while Benn, Yasopp and Roo were allowed to come, since Kira was their friend too. And so they partied for three days and nights. Kira couldn't be happier, since her brother accepted her decision and love. She barely thought about the past 6 years. Marco helped her get over it and she loved him even more for doing so, without wanting something in return. That was what she loved about him. That he didn't expect something in return.

"It seems your brother knows you more than you give him credit for," whispered Marco.

"It seems so. I'm happy he didn't pleaded more, because my mind and heart is made up. I'm staying with you my love," smiled Kira to Marco.

He bended down and kissed her lightly. "And I'm not letting you go," he said.

Shanks looked at his sister and Marco. It was clear to him that she loved him and Marco her. His love helped her getting over the slavery. In his heart, Shanks knew that Kira and he couldn't stay together. They were too different and they always fought each other. He loved her, but this way was really the best. He took a big sip of his sake.

"You know Whitebeard, you could have told me that you asked her to join her years ago. I would have brought her to you if she was ready," said Shanks.

"And she could have told you so herself, but it doesn't matter. What done is done and it ended well. Marco loves her more than anything and he will protect her. Be happy for her," said Whitebeard.

"I am. So take good care of her for me. I can't," said Shanks.

"We will," smiled Whitebeard.

Hope you liked it ;-)