[ If there's one thing Shanks won't deny, it's that he was fortunate to be found by the Roger Pirates. Fortunate he didn't grow up with his biological family. Celestials or Germa 66 - not much difference there. ]

Not all pirates, no, but it's not that uncommon, either. There's a whole pirate crew the captain insists on calling all members of his crew, even his extended fleet, his sons. Some pirates, all they want is more family and free adventure.

[ He chuckles, a low rumble as he recalls the past. ]

It was an interesting life. We got into many adventures, yes, trouble, too.

Now, I have to ask [ his tone gets a bit more curious and hopeful ] this dream you two shared. What is it?

[ Typically, that does feel like a romantic sort of question, asking about one's dream, but in this case, it can sound like a follow up. ]