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Post by pixie on Jun 7, 2021 15:25:01 GMT -6
Tavish nodded, retrieving his whiskey and taking a small sip “Ah, I’ve missed the burn of a good whiskey.” He sighed heavily before looking to his first mate. He caught her blue eyes as she readied herself to take a sip of her beverage. He had to decline himself hourly in order to keep his hormones at bay. The woman was perfect. Intelligent, fearless, wise, and beautiful. Sure he liked to play around, but when it came to someone to rely on, have drinks and a conversation with, it was always her.
“What are ya plans for the next weeks? Plan in’ on seeing anyone special? Ya can’t just stay on the boat. That’s an order.” He winked playfully “Believe it or not, I am quiet responsible when ah need to be, lass. I’ve got quarters just around the block above ground, should ya need a place to stay. And don’t worry...” he added with a sultry whisper “I’ll be a gentleman...”
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Post by Alagosa on Jun 13, 2021 14:49:07 GMT -6
Krys liked how quick the whiskey was delivered to them. It helped to be with the reputation of such a brutal captain at times. She knew what she was getting into when she joined the crew. It was all true and more. She took a large sip of the whisky as her blue eyes looked at the captain from the corner.
The liquid burned as she tried from spitting it all over the captain. She swallowed hard as she wiped the amber liquid from her mouth. She blinked a few times as she looked him in the face. The voice and words made goosebumps form on her tanned skin as heat rose to her cheeks. Was he flirting with her nearly sober? She knew it happened often on the boat through she laughed it off most of the time. It was hard to tell if he was serious and probing with offering up quarters with him being around.
She cleared her throat with a cough or two as she put down the glass. Her body turned towards the captain as she leaned on her elbow. The man could be rather hard to read. The whisper caused her knees to grow a little weak as she took in a deep breath.
"Well if you are ordering me off the boat for a few weeks, than I have to rethink my plans. So, I don't spend all my pay, I might have to bunk with you." She gave the captain a wink before she dared took another sip. "As for someone special, that is hard to say. If it was yes, would you be a little jealous, Tav? Or have there been signs that I have misread? All ye have to do is follow through? Ye know what the crew has been saying? Or are their observations false?"
She leaned rather close to him as she could let him smile the bits of whisky on her breath. Her blue eyes watching his as she tried to figure out what he wanted. It had been a careful dance which she was wondering if it was finally over with as she opened the door.
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Jul 18, 2021 22:12:48 GMT -6
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Post by pixie on Jul 18, 2021 22:12:48 GMT -6
Tavish wasn’t a dumb lad; he’d heard the gossip of his mates as they drank and sung poker into the night. Krys had been his right hand for years and they’d developed a trust with each other. That trust grew into a friendship, and then...well, he’d had some thoughts late at night when he was alone. The woman was as smart as she was beautiful. Her wit and sass had been unmatched by anyone else he’d ever known. Her loyalty had been proven countless times and yet he’d kept his distance.
He would be jealous had she bunked with someone else. He was jealous any time a man or woman had bought her a drink. He’d been a bit of a whore and had a reputation for slinging panties along his cabin. A reward for those he’d met along his way. He had wanted to uphold his reputation for his grit. He had been afraid that any form of commitment would appear soft. He was the most feared pirate of the seas and he wouldn’t let that die.
But then there was the loneliness. No expectations of the next conquest. No one that knew his favorite touches and whispers. It was really every single time. It was getting a wee bit...stale.
“Ye know what?” He cleared his throat before drinking the rest of his whiskey “I...” gods, she was beautiful under the candle light “A man in the company of a fierce first mate and one that can hold her own against a cackle of horny men, aye, if she were to bunk with some other man or woman, I will admit to jealousy.” He laughed, taking her hand into his. Feeling her warm fingers have him and electrical boost that sent shivers up his arms. Slowly bringing her palm to his lips, he kissed her soft skin gently “Of course I’ve heard the bloody rumors. Those bastards can’t keep their mouths quiet if their lives depended on it. They’re...not wrong. You’re my first mate, lass. You’ve been my right hand since we began...” he smirked “how about I get a room and we talk while we wait?”
The clock struck at the top of the hour and in came Skylar the Shade; the notorious gypsy woman with tales of the future and secrets to take the grave...
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Post by Alagosa on Jul 20, 2021 22:29:57 GMT -6
Her eyes searched his face as she watched carefully. She snorted as she noticed he downed the rest of his drink before answering her question. It made her wonder if he was nervous. She had seen him seduce countless woman into his bed throughout the years. She had heard the cries of pleasure as she passed by his cabin in the middle of the night. She helped ensure that his reputation where he is feared stayed intact.
She took in a deep breath, unsure of where he was going until he took her hand. It was nice as her fingers squeezed his hand all on their own. There were times after everyone had fallen asleep, her mind wondered to what it would be like to join him in the cabin as it would be her sounds that others would hear. The kiss on her palm gave her goosebumps as she felt the soft lips. She felt herself on edge as he spoke of getting a room. It was serious if he wanted a chat in private.
The clock struck as murmurs crossed the room as Skylar entered. She sighed as their moment seemed to end. She downed the rest of her drink as she took a half step closer, leaning in. Her breath tickling his ear, "It seems that our host is here. Shall we continue this conversation later? We have a long overdue chat." She kissed the corner of his mouth before she pulled back.
She rolled her shoulders as she stepped back. Her eyes bore into his as there was something burning deep underneath. Her attention turned to Skylar as she let out a deep breath. The woman had perfect timing as they had been so close. She started toward the dark haired woman.
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Post by pixie on Aug 26, 2021 21:26:26 GMT -6
“You’ve got bloody good timing, love.” Tav lamented as he downed his whiskey. Shaking his head to the raven haired woman soon approaching, he smirked to his first mate “We’ll chat after.” He promised softly.
Skylar laughed “Is it not 5? I can always come back if you’ve got someplace better to be. I’ll take your earnings with me.” She winked with a devious smile. Noting the blush on the pirate’s plump cheeks, she could tell something was amiss. Keeping her thoughts to herself, she grabbed gold coins from her pouch, placing them on the worn wooden counter of the bar “Another round.”
It was with a heavy sigh that she continued “My brother has been taken. The fool slept with the Duke’s wife and now he’s bound for the Americas.”
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Post by Alagosa on Sept 6, 2021 18:24:04 GMT -6
A sigh left Krys's lips as she looked glanced over at the captain. Her lips curled into a smile before it faded. The look he gave was full of promise of the talk. She knew all of the pent up feelings would come out in that talk. It had been long over due for the both of them.
Her blue eyes looked at at the dark haired woman as she stood in front of them. Skylar had a wicked sense of humor. She doubted the woman had missed the blush or her trying to hide the smile. The woman was smart as nothing got by her.
She turned be body half way as the bag of coins was placed on the counter. Her hand slid through as she mentally counted them. While Skylar had never cheated them, there had been plenty of others who had. She took nothing for granted.
Another sigh left her lips as she heard what happened. It would seem as if their stint on dry land would be cut short. Her hands were placed on her hips as her eyes narrowed a touch. "So you want us to go after him? You do realize it will be double, maybe triple the normal fee depending on what trouble we get into. What say you, captain?"
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Sept 11, 2021 12:32:44 GMT -6
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Post by pixie on Sept 11, 2021 12:32:44 GMT -6
She laughed, smiling to Krys and her counting. It was a friendly snicker as drinks were poured and set onto the bar top. She wouldn’t keep them long; it was just a simple meeting after-all. “From what my bird has informed me, they depart at dawn, so hopefully you can relax a bit.” She winked “Bloody fool of a man. I’ve told him that if he kept up the shenanigans, his arse would pay.” She huffed before taking a long swig of her pint.
Looking to the Captain, she brought her hand up to his cheek and gently pinched it. Tavish and Skylar went way back and besides Krystal, she was the only other person to kid around with the man without demerits. “You look winded, Captain. One so flush, I would think a night’s rest with the warmth of a woman’s bosom would be in order!” She chuckled before turning to Krystal “and my love, how is the fiercest First Mate of the Seven Seas? Have you thought about a ship for yourself? You already command his crew better than he does. Must be a woman’s touch.” She winked playfully.
Her playfulness masked the intense pain of the lashings she’s encountered earlier. She could feel the wounds begin to open under her corset.
Tavish closed his eyes, slightly annoyed at the gypsy’s interruption “Aye, a woman’s flesh is always welcome against this battered man’s skin. I have hopes of settling that a bit later...” he replied softly, stealing a glance at the beautiful blonde next to him.
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Post by Alagosa on Sept 12, 2021 21:05:17 GMT -6
Once she was satisfied that all the money was there, Krys turned her attention back to the conversation. She picked up her pint as she listened about their next job. She took a swig as she sighed. Part of her was not surprised that they would be rescue the ass of the brother.
"We can easily catch them on the high seas. It would be fair to give them a head start before we catch up. After all, we are one of the fastest ships out there. Our payment is coming from his allowance? We should charge triple than."
She gave a throaty chuckle at the thought. It would not take them long to get Matthew rescued. She took another swig as she watched the dark haired woman tease her captain. The comment about being in the arms of a woman gave her pause as she looked down at her ale. It was almost like Skylar had sensed something. She shook her head before looking back up.
"It's nice to be on dry land for a little bit. After all, the company of other women is nice. Keeping all those horny men in line has my work cut out for me. As for me own ship, I can't leave the captain. After all, we both know he would find himself in heaps of trouble that he can't get out of."
It was at that exact moment that her eyes locked with Tavish's. Her heart fluttered at his words as she looked at him with a bit of longing. She chewed her bottom lip as she took in a deep breath. There was great potential that she would be up all night. A shiver ran up her spine at the thought of that.
"I am sure an arrangement can be made with that, sir. All ye have to do is ask." She gave him a soft smile hidden behind her mug as she winked at him. Her answer would be yes to him.
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Post by pixie on Nov 10, 2021 19:25:44 GMT -6
Oh bloody hell, get a room... Skylar thought to herself as she finished the pint. “I actually had another idea in mind. In true fashion of my kin, of course.” She chuckled. “We follow the Duke’s guard as they travel toward shore. They’ll be coming from the manor, of course. Right before the clearing, your mates shoot the carriage, making it immobile. No injuring the horses, of course. Then...” she grinned, pulling out a cigar from the hidden pocket in her skirt “I beg my case. If they refuse, which they will, you two brilliant minds will take the guard down, including the Duke himself and then have your way. Bastard knows not to mess with the family of the gypsies, regardless of our wrongs.” She whispered, taking a match and dragging the stick along the bar to night it.”
Tavish listened intently, his eyes pondering in thought “An interesting plan. I’ll pick the crew before nightfall. What are you thoughts, Krys?” He asked softly. “I just hope that brother of yours will keep his dick where it belong before someone severs it. I’m surprised it hasn’t fallen off.” He laughed
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Post by Alagosa on Nov 12, 2021 22:47:12 GMT -6
Krys chuckled at the comment made by the captain. He had a point about her brother always needing to be bailed out of something or other. She scrunched her nose as she played the plan over in her mind a few times. There was something which was bugging her.
Her tankard was placed on the counter as she cleared the space between her and Skylar. Her blue eyes narrowed as she inhaled a bit of the smoke. Her arms crossed over her chest as she leaned in towards the woman. Each vessel they attacked or village they pillage was carefully planned for things not to blow back on them. She would be damned if this was going to happen this time.
"How do I know none of this is going to be pinned on the captain, myself, and the crew? You are talking about killing a Duke which an investigation will be launched. I need to see a map and where everyone will be located. How are you going to ensure that no one sees us? It is a loose plan in which many things can go wrong."
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Post by pixie on Jan 16, 2022 13:41:44 GMT -6
And that was exactly why he chose Krys as his first mate. He was better at leading than deep thinking or looking at the bigger picture. Looking to the gypsy, he slyly folded his arms awaiting her response.
Skye smirked, taking a long drag of the cigar as she mapped out her reply. The burning embers lit up her face as she pondered. "Imagine, if you will, at the the stroke of 10..." she began, grabbing a discarded paper from the bartop and quill "The north shore, approximately 5 miles from town, prisoners within a metal carriage. Two," she breathed in deeply as her fingers continued to scribble onto the thin paper "guardsmen will lead the charge, while the Duke follows the carriage in back, along with two more men behind him. Now, the Duke of course, fancies seeing those who have wronged him being sent away across the sea."
Silently counting on her fingers, she recalled the group as many times as she had seen it happen before. 5 men, including the Duke, and an uncounted amount of prisoners. "5 men, prisoners, and us. I promise you, on my life, and your men will not be taken or be rolled into a pit of rumor. This is my brother and I will go unto the ends of the earth for him. If at any moment, you find yourselves in a state of panic, leave."
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Post by Alagosa on Jan 22, 2022 18:48:38 GMT -6
Krys caught the stance of the captain change as her questions about the mission were asked. It meant that he approved of her thoughts about their safety. She never went into something half assed. It was another reason the crew was loyal to them as their lives were always put first.
She stepped behind the gypsy as she watched the crude drawing take place. Something didn't feel right as the duke had only 4 men with him. Her foot tapped the ground as she picked up the paper to bring it closer to her face. Her ice blue eyes rolled as she heard about the panic.
"Skye, you know that we don't panic, even when the odds are against us. It is a mission that we will finish, regardless of what happens. We have never taken money and ran."
She picked up the quill as she flipped the paper over. The image of the north shore appeared as she put a series of Xs and Os around the map. Her mind raced until she felt as if there was a solid plan. She didn't trust the lack of guards though she would deal with that.
"Here is what we are going to do. The area will be scouted to double check there are no surprises. I don't like the lack of men with the duke. You and I will stop the carriage as you plead your case. I highly doubt your words will turn the heart of this man. Our men will be well hidden in the woods. Once the duke says no and orders your head as well, the captain and crew will attack. We will take out the caravan and free your brother as well as the others." She turned towards the captain with a glint in her eye, "I am sure, captain, that we might be able to convince the others to join us on the ship. I mean the duke probably burnt those bridges."
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Post by pixie on Mar 22, 2022 18:08:52 GMT -6
Skye gave a friendly sneer. "You underestimate me, love." she chuckled "You forget how enchanting gypsies can be. You seem to have forgotten our gift of illusion and spellwork..." she muttered softly "Very well, as you wish." she whispered, slowly passing by the couple, her skirt swaying as she walked "Be seeing you two at dawn then." she winked knowing full well of the item she'd just confiscated from the captain. A risk, but a playful one. The head of gypsies mustn't be toiled with. The duke would be no matter; it was his wife she worried about.
Tavish rolled his eyes "Pay no heed, Krys. She's just a gypsy witch that like to see those suffer from time to time." he sighed, grabbing his money stash from his pocket.
Except...there was no bag. "Bloody.." he muttered, palms feeling the other pocket "AYE GYPSY!" he scowled.
Skye turned around and gave a laugh. Swinging the pouch with its strings, she gently tossed it to the captain "Have a lovely evening.." she bowed slowly "my dear friends."
Catching the pouch in one hand, Tavish turned to Krys "Gypsies." he growled "What ye say we retire, eh?"
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Post by Alagosa on Mar 26, 2022 10:32:35 GMT -6
Krys rolled her eyes at Skylar. She knew the effects of gypsies and the rumors which surrounds them. She could care less about the charms of such a person. She didn't trust anyone with a few well earned exceptions. She also knew about men like the duke. She worked on the other side before she defected to the ship and the captain. There were reasons why she was rather careful when it came to being on shore. She knew she would be arrested and tried for treason. She rather liked her neck how it was.
She laughed as she watched the interaction between Tavish and Skye. She was not surprised at the playful manner. Skye had known better than to try that trick with her. She always kept on hand on her valuables. She took another sip from her glass as she smiled. It was a rather eventful evening.
Her hand slipped into the captain's as he spoke about retiring. A playful smile filled her cheeks as she leaned closer. "You did promise a talk that needs to be finished. Lead the way, Tavish."
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Post by pixie on Apr 26, 2022 21:12:11 GMT -6
“Aye, indeed!” He laughed, finding himself some composure. “Yes, lass, let’s retire.” He grinned happily, the bourbon warming up his cheeks.
Leading the way along the underground, he could smell the incense used to cover up the stench of emptied chamber pots and other sewage. Tracing his fingertips along the cool stone walls, he found a wooden door. Placing his gold key into the lock and a swift turn, the door allowed itself to move with the room. “Welcome to my humble abode. It’s been a while since an actual woman of intelligence entered here.” He chuckled.
Looking around the room, he could tell that one of the maidens had lit candles to warm the place up. Turning his heels to face his first mate, his hand slowly grasped hers “It’s been a long journey…”
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