Holly sea witches tits, this card game was like some thick eyeballed staring contest. And truthfully Jax was lost. He had to lose because he couldn’t figure the group out. Then why should he? Let the Captain win. His boat, his ladies. But one thing for sure this group had undercurrents that could pull a man under. So he was glad when it was over. He had fun enough, little fishes, but then he most always does. 

Hot sea milk wet nurse was licking the Captain's ears about something. Gawds Jax couldn’t help but think of her tongue in there the way her lips worked all around. Jax didn'tt look away. He just licked his lips and watched. Until sugar started.The honey voice straight faced beauty first mate was getting all stiff and ready to flee for some reason. Hell she lost, what was she worried about? Then as quick as she was tight she was all smooth voiced again agreeing to the Captain.

What was going on? 

Oh wait, Jax sat back very relaxed now, it must be the who beds who sort of play. Maybe the Captain takes turns or something. Or maybe the two women share more than he was figuring. Oh fuck, give it up. He couldn't tell. Just made the idea of figuring all this out even more reason to stay on the ship he loved. Maybe they were bad luck, these sea witches, but they were a hell of a kick to watch. That and the Captain who wiggled around them both. 

Jax laughed. “Opportunities?” Jax pushed his chair back and crossed his arms over his chest. “Well, I hope to hell it’s not some idea to beat coins from some other crew.” He grinned at them all sure they all felt the game had not been as fun as promised. But then, some of them were women. Some of them didn’t know much about fun.

“And tell me please there was more to this circle than just cards.” Jax's smile was light, thin and questioning the Captain more than any expression of joy.