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 Posted: Sat Apr 08, 2006 7:07 pm
*Smiling ever so slightly, Kurisutofa pretended as if his deftness had returned to him. Continuing with his bath, grabbed his brush from the steps. Submerging himself underwater, he ran the brush through his long, silver hair, trying desperately to save what well-kept ends he had.*
"Ugh, dead-ends... I must see to finding a barber."
*Ridding himself of tyhe last of his ratsnest's, Kurisutofa re-emerged from the depths and flipped his hair out of his face. As his long locks fell over his shoulders and to the middle of his well-toned torso, he lathered up the soap and repeated the process until the dirt on his scalp had vanished.
Soon finding himself finished with the cleansing, he made time for himself to enjoy the nice relaxing waters of the Bay of Toulon. Hopefully the crew would make time for themselves also and follow in suite.*
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Posted: Sun Apr 09, 2006 3:14 am
*After Destiny spoke her piece, Jaden seemed to be in a blurr of thoughts, as she did not notice her further being led to the Captain's quarters. It wasn't until coming before a door and seeing the sign upon it, did she realize where she was:Quote: *Stepped Out.
I'm: Bathing. Come To The Starboard Main-rail If You Need Me.
Sorry For The Inconvenience!*
She fiddled again with the shackles once more out of nervous fidgetting*
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Posted: Sun Apr 09, 2006 7:44 pm
-Sparrow had had her little laugh and shushed herself. Just as she leaned back in her nest, she heard small muttered words below her and then Ares voice calling up to her, and it didn't seem pleasent. With a sigh she climbed down and landed on the deck with a thud. She looked ratehr cheerful, seeign as she ddin't care about the bath anymore.- "Yeaaaasssms?"
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Posted: Sun Apr 09, 2006 10:59 pm
*she looks to both Destiny and Sparrow*
Why don't you two go below and help with some of the wounded, as opposed to spying on the Captain? I'm sure the wounded would appreciate you changing some of their bandages...
*she smirks and sends them off*
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Posted: Mon Apr 10, 2006 8:38 am
Ms. Ares, I am merely taking a well-earned break from my labors below. I have worked non-stop since coming back aboard after the sacking of toulon. Surely even you take breaks now and again. Besides, I was also standing here waiting, to tell you that the Feast for lunch is done in the galley. Lastly, I was waiting to hear what the Captain will do with Jaden. If he's not speaking with her now, I'll take her back to the galley with me, I could use the help."
Destiny stood with her arm folded, eyes sparking. The one time she decides to try to take a break... she shook her head. But she didn't budge.
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Posted: Mon Apr 10, 2006 12:42 pm
While the break is well-earned, Destiny...
*she looks around the deck*
Most everyone here has been working since before the rummage of Toulon. Mostly those who are resting are badly injured.
*she nods her head to Jaden*
As for her, the Captain is still thinking. You both can go off to your duties now. Inform the rest of the crew about lunch.
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Posted: Mon Apr 10, 2006 2:01 pm
-She stood stark still, her arms crossed and an eyebrow raised. She listened to what Ares was saying, and looked in her general direction, but her mind was wandering. The word that had caught itself in her mind was 'Tattle-Tale'. Her eyes narrowed ever so slightly and she forced a wretched smiel to her lips. She hated goign below deck, thus the reason she praticaly lived in the nest. Between smiling, gritted teath, she spoke.- "Myess...I'll get to it."
-And with that, she left.-
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Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 12:31 pm
*Finding himself fully cleansed and revitalized, Kurisutofa gathers his belongings and heads up the side-ladder. Reaching the Maindeck, he brings himself over the side, picks up his fresh linens and makes way to the Helm.
Dressing himself on the open aired Quarterdeck, the Captain pulls the cotton shirt over his shoulders and down around his mid. So much had happend over the past month, and the Crew seemed to have found itself in a position that was rather hard to shake off. With Toulon sacked and the City defenseless, Kurisutofa had to decide on whether or not they would claim Toulon as a settlement or be on their merry way.*
O', Wandering Rover... what ever shall you do. You've never been one to establish yourself in one place. It's not like you, and the Crew seems to be in their prime. Why upset that by staking your claim and builing your homstead? Get on with it, Jack. Move on.
You've brought this City to it's knees... what else do you want? You have it's riches... it's wealth. There's nothing else left. Let the Villagers reclaim what land is rightfully theirs and wish them well.
Set sails and strike outward bound over that broad horizon towards a new, exciting journey full of Adventure, Romance & Glory...
*Wrapping his necktie around his throat and adjusting the stocks, he tightens them about his neck and tucks the ends into his shirt. Pulling on his vest & throwing his coat over his shoulders, he grabs his speaking trumpet and places it to his lips...*
ATTENTION ALL HANDS. CONCLUDE ALL BUSINESS ASHORE AND MAKE READY TO HEAVE ANCHOR. THE LADY NEEDS TO STRETCH HER LEGS.
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Admiral Lord Cochrane Captain
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Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 12:44 pm
-Coming on deck for a breath of fresh air, he spotted the captain. He decided to walk up to him and explain about his actions earlier. He wanted to be at peace with him.-
"Captain, if I may have a word with you?"
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Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 4:30 pm
*Gazing down at Quasan from the Wheelhouse, he strolled over to the rail and raised an eyebrowl. His young midshipman seemed to be troubled by something.*
"You have my undivided attention, Mr. Quasan. What might you have on your mind?"
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Admiral Lord Cochrane Captain
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Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 4:40 pm
"I just wanted to apologize about earlier. I had no right to leave the others by themselves to treat their wounded, but I too was a bit concerned when I could not find you on the battlefield. Eventhough I took care of my own squad, I also had the responsibility to take care of my other shipmates. Can you ever truly forgive me?"
-He bowed down a bit to show that he was truly sorry and concerned for the captain as well.-
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Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 5:01 pm
*The stern appearance on his face turned to one of complete respect. A smirk crossed his face as he shook his head. Placing a hand on Quasan's shoulder...*
"Rise, lad... No need for formalities."
*Turning and walking to the Lee-rail, Captain Kurisutofa turned and looked at Quasan squarely. His eyes locking on the boy that, in only the time period of two months, had aged significantly. Not in appearance, but in maturity. The essence of battle had brought the wisdom of the world to his door. Quasan was no longer a boy, but a young man.*
"Mr. Quasan, as a midshipman, you have a long way to go and much to learn. Your performance ashore was honorable, yet left much to be desired. Your squads' manuevers were disoriented, confusing and downright gastly. Infact, many a man was left wondering what he had to do next.
Throughout all this, your leadership skills still found a way to standout. Not only were you able to follow my commands to the best of your abilities, but you found your own unorthodox ways of completing the set task, and you accomplished your goal.
Pondeirng over all this, I am left with the decision of whether to hug or hang you, son. But your apology has brought a new light upon my quanderings. In light of your realization and your wanting to bring personal misconducts to the forefront and see them righted, I am willing to forgive you, Mr. Quasan."
*Approaching the lad, Kurisutofa placed his hands on the boys shoulders and smiled at him.*
"Now... on to bigger and better things, my boy...
You must realize by now that, as a 'Middy' you have the unique responsibility of learning the ways of an Officer. In the time it takes many able seamen to learn how to splice knots, you must learn how to properly manage the navigation of a ship. Though, I must say I leave it to you to decide whether or not your up to the challenge.
So, how about it. Ship's Boy, or train to become Master's Mate?"
*Releasing his shoulders, he gives him a big pat on the back and returns to the helm.*
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Admiral Lord Cochrane Captain
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Time-Spanned Soul Vice Captain
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Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 5:27 pm
Having ferried the last of the wounded aboard the Rescue, Dr. Morgan heard that the Lady would be departing. It seemed he would not have the chance to do any rooting in town for new books or anything else of interest.
As the crew of the rescue disengage their ship from the Lady, Dr. Baxter approached the Captain at the wheelhouse.
"My Task is complete, Captain. All wounded have been temporarily relocated to the rescue. The mainsail has also been transferred. The final count is at 23 souls lost, sir. of the wounded, there are some 27 who might not make it. Oh, and I must ask what I am to do with these instruments of death he said," looking down at his waist. In addition to the sword and two pistols given him by the Captain, he had two more pistols with additional shot and powder, a second sword, a short sword, and a dagger in his boot.
Whilst on the quarterdeck he picked up his satchel of medical supplies he had left, and he took an inventory of what was left. Everything except some bandage material was still in the bag. That reminded him,
"I confiscated these from the stowaway, sir." Reginald said rooting through his pouch and producing the picks he had taken from the woman when he came back aboard. "I took them lest she pick the locks on her bindings and take flight once more." He held them out for the Captain to take.
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Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 5:33 pm
Now right alongside the Lady Washington, Dr. Morgan hears Kurisutofa's announcement. He shouts to his men.
"Ye 'ear tha', lads? means we've li'l time. Nae 'urry an' ge' th' woun'd on deck. Johannes, I leave 'er in yer 'ands, fer I need tae make a run intae town an' bring back s'me more 'elp. Dr.'s Wilson and Tamarack t'will be aboar' in less'n 'n 'our, wheth'r they wan' tae 'r nae. Nae le's ge' workin'!"
Making his way onto the Lady, he arranges the men into a ragged chain, down which they help Baxter move the wounded. Once this is done, he then quickly makes his way to Dr. Baxter
"Dr. Baxter! Good tae see ye, ye look a wreck... I 'ave tae run a few erran's, so I'll leave ye in charge o' th' runnin' o' th' repairs tae th' inj'r'd. I kin see yer tired, so dinnae worr', the two doct'rs I 'ave aboar' be more'n comp'tent. Ye'll jes' sup'rvise an' se tha' nothin' goes wrong. If'n th' Lady is tae leave afore I return, Ye're tae 'and over th' charge tae a Dr. Wembley. Please convey me mess'ge tae th' Cap'n, if'n ye 'ave a spare momen'."
Once back aboard the Rescue, he joins up one of his sailors, and they begin to row to shore in the ship's boat.
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