Usopp X Reader 💕One Shots💕

Let's Change That

"Wow... This is... Really nice, actually." you finally spoke, cautiously sitting down across from him, feeling a bit like you weren't really supposed to be there. "I honestly didn't expect something like this."

"I wanted it to be as perfect as I could make it. Y'know, to set the standard." He replied nervously.

"Are you sure Sanji won't barge in and lose his mind again? I saw the argument you had to have in order to get this dinner going." You asked jokingly, intending to break the ice with lighthearted topics before both of you were too flustered to speak.

"Oh no we won't have to worry about that." He replied, turning back to you. "I have Nami and Robin keeping him occupied. Like babysitting, but for a whiney grown man."

This made you laugh, leaning on the table. "They had to drag him off after he made dinner eh? I'll have to repay them later." You joked.

"Both of us will." He nodded with a smile. "You look great, by the way. Just... thought I'd get that out there."

"A-ah, thank you! I could say the same for you." You replied, blushing a bit, not yet accustomed to genuine compliments.

Both of you now a flustered mess, you continued to laugh at Sanji's expense and carry on with the dinner, eating with continuing casual conversation. The pasta dinner itself was incredibly delicious, and went above and beyond the standard that Sanji usually cooked. It surprised both of you pleasantly, and you soon got lost in a conversation about all the old adventures you experienced together, going back and forth with your crazy tales on a trip down memory lane. The conversation practically came naturally, spending a good forty-five minutes on your main meal alone until you both had finally finished.

"Well that was incredibly delicious. I'm guessing it was your suggestion?" You commented.

"It was indeed. But it doesn't stop there. There's still dessert, after all." He said excitedly, getting up from his seat and rounding the counter for a moment, coming back with a plate in hand. "So... I know you hate heart shaped shit and all but... Happy Valentine's day _______."

What he set before you was a heart shaped brownie, drizzled generously in chocolate and caramel sauce with a heart dollop of whipped cream in the middle. It was big enough to be perfectly shared with another person, and you couldn't help but smile at the sheer amount of effort that went into everything this evening.

"Usopp... Y'know, I don't think I hate Valentine's day as much anymore. Thanks to you , of course." You told him with a soft smile.

"R-really? That's great to hear!" He grinned, sitting back down.

"Dibs on the first bite then~!"

Feeling a bit more free, you happily indulged in the delicious brownie dessert with Usopp. This one didn't last very long at all compared to your main meal, the sweetness winning your tastebuds over. It was gone within minutes, and you sighed appreciatively. For some reason though, Usopp began to laugh, and he covered his mouth as if making a poor attempt to look as if he wasn't.

"What? What's so funny?" You asked.

"You've got whipped cream on your nose you goof." He informed you through his laughter.

"I do?" You replied, crossing your eyes to try and see.

This only made him laugh harder, adoring your goofy expressions. Then, without warning, he stood and leaned across the table, kissing the little bit of whipped cream off of your nose with one swift movement. This made your blush flare up an extra degree as you stared back at him with wide eyes, in complete shock.

"What?" He asked with a cheeky grin, displaying a large amount of confidence.

Slowly a smile began to spread on your face, still staring intently at him. "Idiot." You then mumbled, standing from your chair abruptly.

Reaching across the table you grabbed him by the lapels and pulled him back towards you, locking him in a proper kiss. Your actions were shocking to both yourself and him, but with all the unspoken affection hanging in the air you both couldn't help but melt into the sensation as if it were always meant to be. His hands were originally supporting himself on the table, but he lifted one to reach over and caress your cheek gently as he lost himself in your soft lips. Your own hands soon loosened their grip and slid up and around his neck, the only thing stopping you from getting closer being the damn table. When you finally parted from each other, you both looked lovingly into one another's eyes, still lost in the bliss of the moment.

"You know what, Usopp? You win." You spoke dreamily, letting your hands fall to the table to hold yourself up.

"I win?" He questioned, tilting his head a bit.

"Yep. You did indeed change my outlook on today. I don't think I hate Valentine's day anymore." You sighed, releasing the chains that held your heart back and letting your emotions run free.

"Did I now?" He remarked victoriously.

"You did. And you know what? I love you, Usopp. I really do. I feel safe enough to admit to that now." You told him, meaning every word that left your lips to the bottom of your heart.

Usopp's face darkened in blush before a huge smile spread on his face, his heart practically jumping for joy. With a sudden burst of strength he ran around the table and lifted you up into his arms, encasing you in a tight yet loving hug. Laughing as he spun around with you, he finally came to a stop and leaned against the counter as he let your feet touch the floor once again, still keeping you in his grasp.

"I... I love you too! I've always wanted to tell you that, and now I can!" He said excitedly, weaning the biggest smile you've seen in months.

Resting your arms on his shoulders, you smiled back up at him brightly. "I realized that today when you were talking with everyone else. It's a bit embarrassing because I've actually liked you for a while now myself... And I was just too dumb to realize or say anything." You chuckled.

"Oh, who cares? I have you now. I have my Valentine here in my arms." He spoke lovingly.

"The date was a really good idea honestly. You showed me genuine affection and freed my little heart from its chains." You mumbled, holding him tight.

"Good. And I'll keep doing dumb little things to make you happier that you've ever been until the day I die." He reinforced, leaning down to you for a quick little kiss.

"I can't believe someone actually feels this way about me. It seems... surreal." You chuckled, resting your head on his chest.

"You better believe it. Whatever happened in the past will never happen again. Not with me. That's a promise."

Yeah... Perhaps Valentine's day wasn't so bad after all. At least, when it was with him, it wouldn't ever be bad.