Hidden Lilly

Splinters

@MegaraFoxfire

"Let's give -em a hell o' a chase then, an' a hell o' a fight." Daniel retorted, smiling at her. She was only a few centimeters shorter than he was, no more than three. Conflict; he didn't like it but he couldn't deny the thrill of a fight. Plus, he had yet to be on the loosing side of a scrimish. He was glad that he kept his affects on him at nearly all times, it came in handy. Unconsciously he brushed his hands over the holsters on his hips. A simple pistol was held tightly to his chest under his billowy shirt, a cutlass at his hip and another pistol rested at his other hip. The guns of course were always loaded.

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Amelia heard some of the crew thunder down the stairs and begin shifting what sounded like wood. She looked to Scarlet to gauge her own reaction, hunkering down with the woman more.

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"After th' ship, are we as light as we can be?" Daniel asked. Fighting was somewhat simple, make the boat light and don't get hit. He was always careful not to take a life if he didn't need to, that didn't mean he hadn't before. There had been a few to test him and each tasted the bite of his bullet or the chill of his steel. He was invited into this crew and though he may not have trusted them before, he was going to have to take a leap of faith with them and fight like he was as much a part of the crew as the rest of them. Daniel began to wonder where Bane was, not to usurp him but rather to see how long he can help call the shots. As the Doctor, he was higher up on the food chain but he was still at odds with the authority at times.

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"A-alright then." Amelia sighed, calmed by the assurance of an escape route. She deeply hoped that the situation would not call for that.

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"Aye Cap'n." Daniel responded, shifting to barely stand at attention. It was so unnatural for a woman to be captain. Not as if they couldn't be, but rather it was a rare business to find such a soft creature in. It also surprised him as to how bold this... swabby was. On either vessel Daniel had been on before, the man would have bit his tongue after reporting to his captain. He did think the scruffy man's suggestion to be a good one though. If they were in fact in such a rush to find all the pieces, having the extra boat to haul across the sea was no help save for the coin gained at it's disposal. Daniel thought many things of this impending encounter. What concerned him most was that the Spanish ship was at a distance that the sails should be trimmed so that the two boats did not collide. The Lady Sophia as it were, did not look as if it was slowing down at all.

Daniel stood straighter in an attempt to get into character as Quartermaster. "Cap'n, their sails..." he breathed, leaning close enough to her that he could smell the salt mix with her sweat. He did not want the crew to hear his words, even if they may suspect what he was thinking. If she was so confident he would not say another word of the matter but he felt that he should bring it up.

The Lady Sophia continued to charge, full speed ahead and right towards them.

Academy of Heroes and Villains [Reboot]

Hmm, alright.

Thanks!

Splinters

Amelia nodded and followed Scarlet to the hiding place. They traveled below the decks, making Amelia uneasy. If they were to be struck and sunk... Scarlet and herself would have a hard time getting out to the surface.

"This is the best place to hide?" She asked, unsure and scared of what could potentially come.

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Daniel emerged from below decks with Iris just as Bane and Avery burst out of the captains quarters.

The sun hung low in the sky, it had certainly been a day. What should have been a quiet time on the sea was disrupted by impending attack.

"Ship off the port-bow! Captain! It's a Spanish Gallion- They're flying their colours!" The crow shouted from his nest.

"Damn." Daniel scolded. He had known that attaching the navy ship to them was a bad idea. A Gallion was a fast battleship often set to sail in fleets, where there was one there was likely another.

Avery would be a fool to stand and fight... she would be double the fool if she was to not cut the British Man-o-War free. The two countries did not get along, let alone with pirates. The Spanish vessel likely thought that though the Man-o-War was clearly a pirate ship, his old captain enjoyed flying the British flag. His logic was to tease the very country he came from and best as many crews as he could. Up until Avery, he had nary lost a battle.

Moving quickly though the crew, Iris and himself made their way closer to Avery to hear what her orders would be. The bustle of the crew's rushing diminished to silence in wait for their captain's orders.

"They are moving fast with the wind high in their sails!" The crow called down, providing the captain with rather discouraging information.

Academy of Heroes and Villains [Reboot]

@t2wave thanks :)

Are we back at the Academy then?
Is anyone willing to kind of sum up what's been going on for me? ^^"

Academy of Heroes and Villains [Reboot]

Jeeze, i missed the boat again :P
Sorry to not have noticed for like a month. Would you guys be willing to have me and Makoto in your story again? I'm thinking of adding in another old character of mine as well, just to add some variety.

Splinters

Frankly, Iris did give Daniel the chills but he did not fear her. His time as a pirate had opened his eyes to many things that the navy could not have done outside of produce a fear of the unknown and unchristian. The key was to stay on the good side of those that tamper with magic and Iris seemed to be rather even-keel.

"-right lass. Where did th' sailor hurt ye?" Daniel asked, prompting Amelia to talk about the experience she had. When Avery and himself had found her, her long skirt was up to her knees... Scandalous for any good man to look upon. Daniel wasn't entirely a good man though and it helped in making sure his patient was alright. Amelia had been shaken but she didn't seem too town up, her virtue may not have been taken. Then again, the man did have his hand up her skirt...

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Amelia began to recount the events to the doctor. It pained her and made her feel ill to her stomach. Still, she told the doctor how he had forced her into a secluded area and pinned her down with his and and knees.

"It seems as though I still have my virtue," Amelia said with a shaky voice. "and only a few bruises."

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Daniel listened carefully to her rememberings.

"I' sounds as though ye will be fine aside fr'm th' scare." he said, his gruff voice teetering on compassionate. He had no need to check her bruising visually unless it was rather bad, she would probably prefer if he didn't... but as a doctor he should check.

"Jus' t' be safe, I'mma 'ave a look see at her bruising." Daniel instructed her on how to shift her skirt so that he could look at her legs and keep herself covered at the same time. She blushed as red as an island dragon-fruit but to his surprise, she obliged. The girl must be incredibly naive then, or far too innocent. The bruising on her arms and legs didn't looks extensive as of yet, nothing tender.

"Ye'll be fine." He said, attempting to assure her. He was about to send her off when a clear bell toned through the ship. The pattern it rang in only described one thing, a ship near by that was not of the friendly sort. Instantly he looked to Iris for direction. Nary a breath passed between the two before bolting out the door.

"Scarlet, 'ide th' girl." Daniel called back over his shoulder, following Iris to the poop deck.

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Amelia entered the small quarters just behind Scarlet. She was glad to see that the doctor had a separate sleeping area. Goodness knows that it would not reflect kindly on her if she was ever caught waltzing into a mans quarters, even with two other very capable women.

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Daniel had picked up the crate upon the women's arrival and placed it in the center of the room for the ladies to pull things from. He continued to stock the shelves until the work was done. He surveyed the room and found that within reason most things were where they should be.

"Scarlet," Daniel began, using the name she had told him to for addressing her. "I 'ave some herbs tha' ye could use fer cookin' but i'll need t' keep some 'ere for salves." he said, leaving the statement somewhat open. Of course, it was his way of asking. Despite the siren's screaming in his head a warning he offered an attempt at friendliness. "If ye be interested, I know a recipe or two tha' can help some illnesses."

He was aware of the girls presence but she seemed to shrink behind Scarlet more than not. She was startled when the larger woman moved out of the way, rather enthusiastically accepting Daniel's meager offer. This time, the pirate and playful part of his personality in him won.

"Scarlet, who be yer friend?" he asked, drawing attention to the girl who clearly didn't like it. He enjoyed watching her cheeks flush a pink colour. Iris had told him who she was, he knew how she came to be on the ship but she was rather fun to embarrass, most shy women were.

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Amelia stammered, trying to explain at first. She was caught off guard by the sudden attention that was drawn to her.

"I-i... My name is Amelia." she said, attempting to draw herself upward. Her mother had taught her to do so to hide any fear or embarrassment when out in public. Mother would not have been happy with Amelia's stammering, but then mother would not approve of her current situation regardless. Willingly cooperating with pirates, as it were.

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"Well Miss Amelia, did ye need t' be looked a' after yer ordeal?" Daniel asked, trying to poke her further. He was aware of his company however, and would rather not get into too much trouble. The women on this vessel, he theorized, were not to be trifled with. Done with his moment of fun he wondered how far he could press.

"Iris, would ye be so kind as t' bring any injured t' me so I can do me job?" He asked, clearly lacing it in mild jest but still trying to be polite in his order.

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Amelia answered in a more even tone this time. "Yes." It was a simple statement, but it was also permission giving. She turned to Scarlet, "Will you stay with me?" she asked. Whenever the doctor at home had come by, both of her parents were usually in the room with her.

State of Heroes and Villains

@Caits @t2wave

Makoto let Phoebe get balanced on the board before trying to climb on herself. She placed her feet just behind Phoebe's almost like a shadow and fastened her arms around Phoebe's waist. It was almost like being on a motorcycle but without the seats.

"Alright, I-I think i'm on." Makoto said, only stuttering for sake of maintaining her balance. She took on her friend's enthusiasm. Maybe today they could make a difference. Thoughts of Storm and what Estella had said tugged at her mind but she pushed them away. She was feeling capable, but not ready to work through that yet. Maybe tonight... she could think about it some more. Makoto did feel bad for shutting Estella out like that though, it wasn't the kindest thing she could have done even if she was in pain. Unconsciously she heaved a sigh.

Phoebe checked one last time to make sure Makoto was alright, agreeing that she was the two women were ready to head out for the day. Phoebe activated the board and they sped off, leaving ruffled papers in their wake.

State of Heroes and Villains

@Caits

Makoto looked at the board in Phoebe's hands. It looked rather futuristic and of course was vibrantly coloured. Chances are, if Connor made the device, it would work perfectly.

"Sure, why not." Makoto said, pulling her heavy text books out of her bag but leaving in the essentials. She had yet to have a suit of her own but she had found that there was not much need for one in her every day life. At least, that was the case until now. After all was said and done she may need to look into getting a suit of sorts constructed. Inwardly she cringed at the idea of potentially wearing a rubber suit. Regardless she hoped that with the removal of her cosmetic glasses and contacts she wouldn't be as easily identifiable... As long as she didn't end up on thew 6 o'clock news.

Makoto smiled at Phoebe, an attempt to encourage them both.

"Let's go."