Pirate's Bounty( Started)ADULT/CC (need Michael and Kyle)

[isabelle]

OOC -- Sorry about that!

*Maria*

"Oh...um..." Captain Michael says, stumbling over his reply. He sounds so adorable! "I'm not too sure at the moment. I have not seen Isabel in such a long time and Max and I have some...things to discuss."

"Well, perhaps I will see you another time," I say, vaguely, trying to focus.

I'm disappointed that he didn't immediately say that he would be available, but I'm still a bit giddy, just having his arm. He's so amazing. Boyish one minute, charming the next, and then, rakish and daring, rough and commanding. I can't believe I'm even thinking like this. He's a ship's captain. A pirate ship, but still, I'm just a maid. Or I was. Am I really one to pass time with Michael?

I feel myself colouring and I almost walk into Max as the group suddenly stops before a charming little cottage painted in yellow.

"This is Alex's house," Max says, turning to Alex. "Would you like to show Liz, Maria and Tess around so they can settle in? I'm sure they're all anxious for a comfortable rest after their ordeals on the ship."

[magikhands]

No problem Isabel


Michael

"Well, perhaps I will see you another time," She responds but did I hear a note of disappointment? Could it be that this fiery vixon would care to spend time in my company?

I stop Maria just before bumping into Max and Liz. I had been paying so much attention to Maria that I'd not seen we'd made it to Alex's home. My chest feels heavy knowing that our time together has eneded. It is a strange sensation as I've never felt this way toward another woman. Usually, I charm them into my bed then allow myself not another thought of their beauties until my body itched for another scratching.

"This is Alex's house," Max says, turning to Alex. "Would you like to show Liz, Maria and Tess around so they can settle in? I'm sure they're all anxious for a comfortable rest after their ordeals on the ship."

I turn to Maria, her hand still lying on my arm. I place my free hand over hers making sure she couldn't remove it just yet.

"My Lady. Once you rest, and are in need of my services, please do not hesitate to search me out. I will be lodging on my ship."

I give her a small smile and bow my head as I say the words. I wanted to make sure she knew where I would be staying if she wished for my company again. I knew if I was much more forward Isabel would cause me great harm tonight once we were alone and Max would probably help her. So I left it up to her is she wished my presence again.

I lift her hand from my arm and give it a light kiss. What no one around us saw was the my fingers holding her hand were genly caressing her palm and during my kiss, my tongue had quickly flicked her skin, giving me a delightful taste.

Releasing her hand I bow. "I bid you a peaceful rest, My Lady." Locking gazes with her for one last time I turn and walk back the way we came, toward my own house. It wasn't until I was several feet away when I allowed my self a full deep breath. Maria's scent and taste had been most sensual, screaming for me to push the limits but I had struggled not to.

My body was flared in arousal, never having felt so denied of fulfillment. I close my eyes and take in another deep breath of fresh sea air the blew across the island.

'Max, quit dallying. We've got things to discuss.' I communicate to Max so he'd hurry up and join me in our home. The sooner we talk, the sooner I can go and find a way to ease the ache in my groin.

[isabelle]

*Max*

I see Michael turn and almost rush away before the ladies have even entered Alex's home. I wonder why he seems to be in such a hurry to get away from them. I mentally shake my head. As much as I love him like a brother, Michael is often a bit hard to predict.

I walk with them inside and linger by the doorway as Alex tours the three ladies through his small home.

[StormWolfstone]

~Tess~

"As long as you do not tire of my presence." We arrive at a cottage and come to a stop, looking at it I hear Kyle say quietly, "I guess we are at your new abode."

"It certainly looks quaint, I am certain that it will be most comfortable." I say with a smile as I look over at him and then look at Alex a moment. I know this place is his and I want him to be assured that I am grateful.

"This is Alex's house," Max says, turning to Alex. "Would you like to show Liz, Maria and Tess around so they can settle in? I'm sure they're all anxious for a comfortable rest after their ordeals on the ship."

"I would indeed enjoy a small tour if you wouldn't mind, Alex. Though, Captain… seeing as how you, Isabel and your other Captain here are continuing on, would it be too much to request that you allow Kyle to remain so long as Alex is also present? Thus, you'll be assured that our honor remains intact." I couldn't help but smile as I said the last with a slight smirk. I didn't feel that either of the gentleman would be a worry. I just wasn't quite ready for my time with Kyle to come to a close just yet.


~Isabel~

I can't help but feel Tess' cause and comment, "Max, I certainly think that is a fantastic idea if Alex agrees as well. I assure you that Kyle can be trusted with their honor and I see no need for them to retire just yet unless you seem to feel the need to dictate how much rest they'll need." I wink at my brother, almost daring him to refute my words.

"Think on it, what time would Kyle need to be ready to report for duty next?" I give Max and Michael both a look that informs them that our talks may well take more then a few hours and it wouldn't be too much to ask that they give Kyle and Alex free reign for at the least a couple of days.

"I myself am hoping that perhaps the eight of us might also dine together on the morrow, I assume, brother, that you have food in store at your abode?" I look at him questioningly. "I can cook after all and perhaps the other ladies might also join me in making a meal for you gentleman." I turn, letting my gaze envelop Liz, Maria and Tess. I see Tess nod and smile, knowing that she was probably glad that I was coming to her defense about her having more time with Kyle.

[isabelle]

*Max*

I look around sharply as Isabel suggests that we allow Kyle and Alex to look after Liz, Maria and Tess. It's not that I don't trust Alex to keep things under control, but I was really enjoying spending this brief time with Liz. We hadn't had a lot of opportunity to speak on the ship and it's been so nice to just start to get to know her...

"As Alex and Kyle are berthing together aboard the Star, they could certainly remain together," I say. Afterall, that had been the plan, that Alex could keep an eye on Kyle and show him around town, as needed.

It's been a long time since I've been able to speak to Isabel. Meeting with her and Michael in the same place should be my most urgent desire, but my eyes keep drifting to the small brunette standing there with her friend.

"Tomorrow, we will need to make arrangements to sell the remaining perishable goods and livestock from the ship," I comment, as Isabel asks how soon Kyle will need to report to work. It is a routine that Alex knows well. The dry goods can wait, but the ship will require our attention tomorrow, at the latest.

"Our home should be well-stocked although we may need to re-provision before preparing a meal for eight," I tell her, hoping that the mice haven't taken too big a portion. They'll soon be gone when we return. I open up my sack and carefully divide the perishable good I'd taken from the ship. I had thought to only need enough for myself, Michael and Isabel for a few days, but I can share with the ladies and get more on the morrow. I hand Liz a small bundle containing eggs and meat.

"That should suit you for a short while. I'm afraid you'll need to make your own loaves," I say, giving her a gentle smile as I refer to the freshly baked luxuries afforded to the ladies who stayed at the Inn. Living on their own here, they will be deprived such services, but there are other benefits to off-set that inconvience.


*Maria*

I watch Michael turn away with a surprisingly great sense of disappointment. I know he is a pirate and is completely unsuitable for even a maid such as myself, but am still facinated with him. I look up sharply as Isabel mentions gathering tomorrow night to prepare dinner for both captains.

"That would be great fun!" I tell her, hoping my enthusasiam isn't too obvious. "I would love to help prepare such a meal. And it will be lovely to see you again, Isabel," I say. Truly, it is Michael I would be more interested in seeing, but it doesn't seem right to say so.

[magikhands]

*Kyle*

I am surprised at Tess's question to Max....and quite pleased. Pleased that she wished to spend more time with me. My stomach flutters as Max looks my way. I'm sure that he will say no. I am aware that only these four girls have trust in me. The others, I will have to earn.

I'm grateful for Isabel's words. Though she will leave with her brother, she still feels as if she can trust her friends to me...or maybe it's Alex who she trusts? Either way, I am able to stay awhile longer.

"I shall be ready to work at the desired time Sir. " I say to Max bowing my head when he mentions the work still left to do. I can see that his eyes hold distrust for me still. But he is right about his mate Alex and I were to make our bed aboard his ship. Thus allowing Alex to watch over me, more than just showing me the way of the island. That is fine with me, if I can convince Alex that I am not out to harm anyone then he can then help me with the two captains. Especially Michael, whom I have a feeling I'll be working under.

I stay silent as they make plans for the dinner the following night. I know I will be working most of the day so I do not volunteer to help. I turn and study Tess, her lips graced with a smile and look forward to spending the evening with her.

[magikhands]

Michael

I stand outside the cottage waiting for Isabel and Max to say their good-nights but I hear them talking as clearly as if they were standing next to me. Alex and Kyle...grrr...will stay with the three women for a time. I'm not sure if I like that. I trust Alex. We've known him for years and have fought many a battle side by side, but Kyle... my opinion still stands that he's a Slaver.

I close my eyes while leaning against the outside wall. They speak of getting together on the morrow, to have a dinner. The thought of a nicely cooked meal makes my mouth water. It has been weeks since I've had such a meal. Normally Lady Lynn makes me come to her inn to have a hearty meal several times while we are home. She thinks I don't eat enough. It's not really that, it's just there is only so little choice of food upon a ship and having the same thing day after day, meal after meal, gets tiresome.

My thoughts linger to the spunky one, Maria. What a beautiful name. It fits her. Knowing that I shall see her again makes my heart race. Letting out a low growl of displeasure at how my body is acting like a youngling with just the thought of her, I push off the wall and run my hand through my hair aggitated.

'Must we linger here all night?' I question Isabel and Max through our wonderful connection.

[KatnotKath]

OOC: hopefully Liz will be coming up in just a moment, I hope this works okay for now though

~Alex~

Walking with the Lady Isabel on my arm, the walk to my house seems to last all too short a time. I know that once we arrive, it is likely that I will have to bid farewell to the beautiful woman who walks beside me at the moment for she is to stay with her brother of course... Still, I try and make light conversation, doing my best not to come across as an idiot as we continue to walk along the path. I note that all three other women seem to have eager escorts, and I cannot help smiling as I see Max with Lady Liz... They make a handsome couple, although I would not think to refer to them as such out loud...

Michael, I'm less happy about, knowing his reputation with women, but I can't help thinking there's something about the way he is acting which perhaps suggests this is something more than usual.

The final man, Kyle, I cannot make much judgement about, not having been on the boat with him the past days, or having spoken to him at all. He was on the slaver's ship, but the women vouched that he was not a slaver, and Lady Tess seems happy in his company...

Looking around, I only just stop in time as we reach the house, hearing Max announce that this is my home, and suggesting that I show the ladies around. I smile and nod. "It would be my pleasure..." I look at Isabel, removing my hand and leaning forward slightly in something of a slight bow. "Thank you for allowing me to escort you M'Lady... I hope to see you again soon..."

From the way that Max was speaking before, and the impatient look on Michael's face now, I'm expecting her to be leaving with them very soon, even if I would like the chance to talk more.

Albeit reluctantly, I now turn from her to the other ladies, looking over at Max as Tess makes the request that Kyle stays with him. Isabel seems to like the idea too, and after waiting for Max to voice his agreement, I nod slightly. "I have no objection...and when everyone is ready, I will be happy to give you a tour, and then when the ladies are settled, Kyle and I can make our way back to the ship."

[KatnotKath]

OOC: hope this one's okay, not so sure about it

~Liz~

I am surprised to find that the rest of the walk to Alex's home seems to take little time. I think it must be a sign of the fact that I feel comfortable in the presence of the Captain. Certainly I find him easier to talk to than I would imagine Michael to be, although from the look of it Maria seems to be getting on rather well with him.

I find that I have little to say as we walk, but the silence seems comfortable rather than strained, and that's not altogether a bad thing I would think, and when we stop, Max announcing that we have arrived, I do feel a certain sense of regret to have to bid him good day so soon...

As the suggestion of a meal is made for the 'morrow, I smile and nod, agreeing that it sounds like a nice idea, although silently unsure how much help I would be... Isabel might now how to cook, and I know that Maria does, but the most I have done is a little bit of baking, and that was when I was younger... My father hardly approved, and did little to encourage me, but until he thought it neccessary to stop them, my 'lessons' with the cook did continue... Of course I do not know that baking will be very useful here, but I suppose that it yet to be seen, and besides, I meant what I said before to Maria, she might doubt my ability, but I am willing to try and learn...

It's arranged that Kyle will stay with Alex while he shows us around, while Max, Isabel and Michael leave. Max hands me a bag containing some food, commenting on the fact we will not be provided with bread and such as at the inn, but I am sure that we will find a way to manage. Truely, the chance of a proper bed to sleep in will be enough for me this night I am sure... "Thank you Captain...for everythng..." I drop a curtsey to him before looking over at Isabel since she is the one it is proper to say this to I suppose. "I look forward to seeing you again soon Isabel, I hope you have a pleasant evening..."

[isabelle]

*Max*

'Max, quit dallying. We've got things to discuss.' Michael says and I try to ignore him. So often I've wished we could communicate like this when we are on the seas. It would save the show of 'marksmanship' for delivering messages by arrow-flight. Yet now, when we're close enough together for this kind of silent talk, I'm wishing he would just be still. I don't want to end this moment yet. I want to stay and maybe help them set up.

But no, it does seem clear that Alex and Kyle should be able to handle that job on their own. And perhaps it is best to allow the ladies some time to themselves. They've lived in such close quarters with so many strangers for such a time, I'm sure they're looking forward to their privacy and a chance to relax.

'Must we linger here all night?' Michael asks, impatiently.

"Thank you Captain...for everything..." Liz says, curtsying to me. Then, she addresses Isabel, "I look forward to seeing you again soon Isabel, I hope you have a pleasant evening..."

'We're leaving now,' I promise him.

"Fare well until we meet again," I say to her, although I deliberately lift my eyes to meet with Tess and Maria as well. To Alex and Kyle, I add, "I shall see you both at first light." It would be redundant for me to again suggest that they take good care of the ladies, so I hold my tongue on that subject.

Then, I turn away from Liz and move off towards our home, hoping my reluctance does not show.

'Why such a hurry?' I ask Michael as I meet him at the garden gate. 'I thought you were pleased with the company of these ladies. Perhaps one in particular?'