Thread: Relentless (Reno x Lila Lupin)

Avery had just finished giving orders as to what the crew was to do in her absence and had gathered a group of some of her stronger and more combat capable crew members to accompany her ashore when the lookout cried out. CAPTAIN, IT'S THE WRAITH!!!!! Blake, Andre and many of the other crew members ran towards the starboard beam of the ship. Avery cursed under her breath. It had been wishful thinking to hope that they would have gotten more than a few hours lead on that ship. CAP'N THEIR RAISING THE BLACK FLAG!!!! Avery glared. If she wanted that treasure she'd have to get on that island to find the next clue, but she couldn't allow the navy to get their hands on the Domina Malum . That would give the navy an advantage against pirates that she just couldn't afford to give them. However going to war with the Wraith was bordering suicide. There would be no way to come out of this alive without revealing the inhuman nature of part of her crew, save to surrender. The crew looked at her in anticipation. Everyone was on edge at the danger before them. What would you have us do, Captain? Andre's deep baritone came from beside her. Avery sighed deeply at the heavy decision that now faced her. She turned to the crew, steeling herself for her next words. The Wraith has finally caught up to us, men! She said as she gestured towards the navy vessel that was barreling towards them. They believe to have us cornered. The crew nodded gravely in response. However we have an advantage that they are unaware of. The crew smirked knowing full well what she was referring to. However using this advantage would not only make them aware of it but put many of you in grave danger. She took a breath before continuing. If we surrender now they'll most likely hang us, and the Malum will have fallen into the hands of the Navy. Should they realize the secrets she holds they will have an advantage that would all but seal the fate of many of our own. The crew began to grumble at this but she raised her hand in response. Should we refuse to surrender and try to run they will know what many of you are, and should they capture us you will most assuredly be tried for more than piracy. There was discontent in the crew once more. But we can try our damnedest and perhaps make it out of this alive. The crew stared at her intently as she spoke her next words. So tell me would you give in to the navy dogs... A smirk fell across her face. Or would you die fighting? The crew seemed to have already made their decision, but before they could voice it Andre spoke up again. Captain, I'm sure I speak for the entire crew when I say that I would rather be burned alive and see the Domina at the bottom of the ocean before I would see her in the hands of the navy. At this the crew erupted in cheers. It seemed as though they all agreed. Well then, Tyrna? Aye, Cap'n? Spoke the silver haired sea witch, as many of the crew called her. Get us out into the water so we can attempt our escape. AYE, CAPTAIN!! With that Tyrna made her way to port. She stood there, staring out at the island as she placed her hands behind her and began to push towards the island slowly. As if responding to her movements water began to rush it's way onto shore causing the ship to move ever so slightly. She raised her hands just a bit and the waters rose, picking up the ship. She closed her eyes before quickly pushing her hands behind her. With that they were no longer aground and the crew began to ready the ship to run. AMIRA!!! Avery called out. A young woman with soft, curly honey brown hair that tossed in the sea breeze and eyes like sea water made her way forward from amidst the crew. Yes, Captain? Distract his crew as best you can. Avery said with a heavy sigh. But Captain, what if The Keeper comes? Amira asked with a furrowed brow. The Keeper was a name all but forgotten to sailors. It was a name given to a sea monster rumored to have the top half of a wingless dragon and the bottom half of a Kraken that swam in the depths of the seas. Few sailors had see it many years and it was rumored that it may have very well died off or retreated to the Ager seas. The Keeper had rarely attacked sea vessels, and was more often merely seen. The Keeper was rumored to have a fancy for Sirens and it was said that the keeper hunted for them. No one really knew what The Keeper did with the sirens once it had them, but supposedly it never killed them when it took them. Some said that The Keeper collected them for their beauty, others for their beautiful songs. Regardless of what The Keeper did with them it would be dangerous and foolhardy to let a siren sing on the Ager Seas lest one had a death wish. Do you fear The Keeper, Amira? Avery asked with an almost motherly concern. No, Captain, but- Amira trailed off as she pulled some of her golden brown hair over her shoulder to busy her hands. Speak your mind Amira. The Keeper could sink the Domina. I may be able to sufficiently distract his crew but both ships could be lost should The Keeper come. She said with concern. We do not fear death, Amira. She said as she looked on towards the Wraith as it drew closer. And it would be best to lose the Domina to a sea monster than to Dead Man Newcastle. The crew shouted out their agreement at their captain's words. Then I will do my best Captain, and may the seas be kind to you and the crew. She said as she and several other crew members took up instruments and made their way to the aft of the ship as that was now closest to the Wraith. --------------- Peter's crew could only watch as an unnatural wave gripped the Domina from shore and placed her safely back in the waters. What witchcraft! Shouted one of the sailors. Seems them crew of the Domina Malum is even less human than we thought. One of the older members of the crew, and old sea salt named Gregor, stated gravely. Captain the Domina appears to be running! One of the crewmen shouted. Many of the crew scoffed at the seemingly feeble attempt. Some wondered why the Domina didn't fight them, but instead tried to run when the Wraith had the obvious advantage. It was at this moment that the faint sound of music traveled across the sea breeze and reached the ears of the crewman of the Wraith. Is that.....music? One of the men asked wit confusion. Many of the crew began to hush so they might hear a bit better. It was indeed music that the crew heard and one of the men laughed. Is that how they plan to fight us, with a sea shanty? His voice soon fell quite though as a beautiful voice echoed across the winds and at that moment one would believe that music was in the middle of their vessel, the voice of a beautiful woman echoing clearly as though it's owner were standing in the middle of the crew. --------------- An old man by a seashore At the end of day Gazes the horizon With sea winds in his face Tempest-tossed island Seasons all the same Anchorage unpainted And a ship without a name --------------- The Gregor's face twisted in fear. By gods they have a siren 'board that ship! He cried out. The younger men looked at him in confusion. They've come undone, Captain! He exclaimed as he turned to Peter. No sane man would dare set about a siren's song on these seas! --------------- Sea without a shore for the banished one unheard He lightens the beacon, light at the end of world Showing the way lighting hope in their hearts The ones on their travels homeward from afar At this moment the crew of the Domina began to join in with Amira's song softly as they guided the Domina in her escape. This is for long-forgotten Light at the end of the world Horizon crying The tears he left behind long ago The winds howled as the music seemed to only grow louder and Amira's song rang through the salty sea air. The crew stopped their singing to give way to Amira's entrancing voice. The albatross is flying Making him daydream The time before he became One of the worlds unseen Princess in the tower Children in the fields Life gave him it all An island of the universe The waves began to crash and the clouds darkened almost in response to the heart wrenching tale spilling from Amira's lips. It was at this point that the crew joined in once more. Now his loves a memory A ghost in the fog He sets the sails one last time Saying farewell to the world Anchor to the water Seabed far below Grass still in his feet And a smile beneath his brow The crew's voice rang out alongside Amira's own, as though they had not only accepted what was to come but almost challenged it. This is for long-forgotten Light at the end of the world Horizon crying The tears he left behind long ago The song seemed to calm for a moment and the crew's voices died down, leaving only Amira's voice to break through the howling winds. So long ago So long ago As the music continued alone the wind whipped around the ships. Amira looked out at the seas as they crashed about. She could feel it. The Keeper was, indeed, closing in on them. Amira turned to look at Avery and nodded. PREPARE YOURSELVES MEN!!!! Avery yelled to the crew who manned their posts. THE BEAST WILL BE UPON US SOON!!!! Lightning cracked across the sky and as thunder sounded in time with the music that still played Amira shouted for them to stop. The beast would be upon them in mere moments. She had achieved her goal in distracting Peter's crew, but her goal had been only to distract them and she held no desire to see them destroyed by the beast that was coming to retrieve her. Perhaps if the Wraith kept it's distance they might come out of this unharmed. It was with that thought in mind that she ceased her singing in hopes to give the crew of the Wraith at least a few moments to prepare before the monster that would soon be upon them. Mere moments later a roar ripped through the seas and The Keeper rose from the depths. They had indeed invited a monster to their fight, whether that had been their intention or not, and now only the gods could ensure that these ships and their crews didn't die in the Ager Seas.