Chapter 17: Chapter 17: A New Beginning
Xander stood silently in Kaya's room, the soft glow of evening light filtering through the curtains. Kaya, sitting on the edge of her bed, looked up at him, her eyes filled with a mixture of gratitude and uncertainty. The room was quiet, save for the faint sound of her breathing, and the weight of everything that had happened hung between them.
In his mind, the system's prompt rang clear:
[Ding! New Mission Activated!]
Mission: Invite Kaya to join your crew as a doctor.
Reward: +5 Armament & Observation Haki, 10 Healing Potions.
Xander's crimson eyes softened as he looked at her. This was his chance—not just to fulfill the mission but to give Kaya a new purpose. He knew her potential.
"Kaya," Xander began, his deep voice cutting through the silence, "have you ever thought about seeing the world?"
Kaya blinked, startled by the question. "Seeing… the world?"
He nodded, stepping closer, his presence calm and steady. "I know you've been through a lot—trapped here, sick, and betrayed. But you don't have to stay here anymore. I want you to come with me."
Kaya's breath hitched. "Come with you…?"
"As a doctor," Xander clarified, his tone firm. "I know you've learned basic medical skills. With a bit of training, you could become one of the best. And I need someone like you on my crew."
The words hung in the air for a moment. Kaya looked down at her hands, trembling slightly. "I… I can't," she said softly. "I want to… but my body—"
"Your body is weak," Xander interrupted gently, "but I can help you."
Kaya looked up at him, confusion flickering across her face. "Help me? How?"
Without another word, Xander reached into his inventory and pulled out a small glass vial filled with shimmering liquid—a Strength Potion. The soft glow from the vial cast a faint light on his hand.
"This," Xander said, holding it out to her, "will heal you. It will make you stronger—strong enough to live the life you deserve."
Kaya stared at the potion in disbelief. "That's… impossible. Something like that can't exist."
Xander stepped closer, his voice low but filled with conviction. "How do you know if you don't try it?"
She hesitated, her heart pounding in her chest. A part of her wanted to believe him, to believe that such a miracle could exist—but she had spent so long in weakness and doubt.
Finally, she reached out, her delicate fingers wrapping around the vial. "If… If you're lying…"
"I'm not," Xander said softly.
Kaya's hands trembled as she uncorked the potion. A faint, sweet aroma wafted into the air, filling her with hope. She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and tipped the vial back, swallowing the liquid in one smooth motion.
For a moment, nothing happened.
Then—
A warm sensation spread through Kaya's chest, like fire and sunlight flowing through her veins. She gasped, clutching at her heart as the feeling spread to every limb, every muscle. Her body, once frail and weak, now felt alive—stronger than it had ever been before.
Tears welled up in her eyes as she looked at her hands, no longer trembling. "I… I feel… better."
Xander smiled faintly, stepping forward. "I told you."
Kaya looked up at him, tears streaming down her cheeks. Without warning, she stood and threw herself into his chest, sobbing softly. Xander's arms instinctively wrapped around her, holding her close as she cried into him.
"Thank you," she whispered between sobs. "Thank you… so much."
Xander gently patted her back, his voice low and soothing. "You're not alone, Kaya. You don't have to carry this by yourself anymore."
[Congratulations to the host gaining kaya affection 60% Reward: 100HP]
Xander was stunned for a while and then
Slowly, Kaya pulled back, looking up at him. Her tear-streaked face was flushed, her golden hair framing her soft features. Something shifted in her expression—a warmth, a spark. Her chest rose and fell as an unfamiliar sensation burned within her.
Before Xander could say another word, Kaya leaned up on her toes and pressed her lips to his.
The kiss was soft at first, tentative, but the fire in Kaya's heart only grew stronger. Xander blinked in surprise, but as the seconds passed, he responded, his arms tightening around her waist.
When they finally parted, Kaya's face was bright red, her breathing uneven. "I… I'm sorry. I just—"
Xander smirked slightly, brushing a strand of hair from her face. "You don't have to apologize."
Xander then pulled her close and kiss her again this time using his tongue and played her tongue, while his hands going down , then he grabbed her butt and lif her while she gasped in surprise but play along and allow him to do it.
While she wrapped her legs in his waist, he walked towards wall and push her onto the wall while kissing her passionately, he then broke the kiss and allowed her to breathe then , he start kissing her neck and lick while she moaned.
Kaya's lips trembled as she looked at him, her eyes filled with a mix of emotions she couldn't quite name. "Stay with me tonight," she whispered, her voice soft but filled with resolve.
Xander's eyes locked onto hers. He could see the trust, the affection, and the burning desire in her gaze. He leaned down, capturing her lips again as the world outside faded away.
(AN: you have a big brain right , yeah just imagine it you know what happened
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The next morning, Xander awoke to the soft sunlight streaming through the windows. Kaya was curled up against his chest, her breathing soft and even, her golden hair spilling across his bare skin.
He looked down at her peaceful face, a faint smile tugging at his lips. The night had been… unexpected, but he didn't regret a moment of it. Kaya had been through so much, and now, for the first time, she looked at peace.
And after while he received his reward from the system and also additional reward : taking the virginity of kaya
As if sensing his gaze, Kaya stirred, her eyes fluttering open. She blinked a few times before looking up at him, a soft smile spreading across her lips.
"Good morning," she murmured.
"Morning," Xander replied, brushing a hand through her hair.
Kaya's smile faltered slightly, as if she remembered something important. "Are you… still leaving?"
Xander nodded. "Yeah. But I meant what I said, Kaya—I want you to come with me. Join my crew."
Kaya looked at him, her cheeks flushing pink. "And if I say yes…?"
"Then you'll see the world," Xander said softly. "You'll have a family—a crew who'll protect you. And you'll never be alone again and something spicy hehe."
Kaya sat up, her expression serious as she looked into his eyes. "Then I'll go with you."
Xander grinned. "Good."
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Later that day, Xander stood at the docks with his crew—Nami, Mari, and Nojiko—who were all stunned to see Kaya walking toward them, and thinking , who is this new competitor.
" Pleas take care me I'll be your crew from now on" Kaya said firmly, looking the girls with a smile on her face.
Xander stood beside her, his arm resting casually on his sword. "She's also giving us a ship."
Kaya nodded. "It's the least I can do."
As the crew boarded their new ship, Xander turned to look at Kaya, who stood beside him, her eyes shining with determination.
"You ready for this?" he asked.
Kaya smiled brightly. "More than ever."
And with that, Xander's crew set sail once more, the wind carrying them toward their next adventure.