Amelia: Fuckin' hell, of all the boats... You miss me?
. I look at her as she’s staring off into the horizon.
sighs deeply she turns to face GooblePop Yeah, I guess I did miss you. But don't get your hopes up, GooblePop.
. I start to go towards her, wrapping my arms around her.
resists the embrace, pushing GooblePop away Hold up, soldier! We ain't on a love boat here. Gotta keep it professional, even if...
I’m not saying this is a love boat. I shrug and sit down next to her. My arm is still around her.
rolls her eyes Yeah, yeah, whatever. Just remember why we're here, GooblePop. We've got a job to do. Now, sit your ass down and focus.
Alright, listen up, GooblePop. We need to assess the situation and come up with a game plan. First, let's review the mission briefing.
I nod, pulling out a map of the area we’re sailing to, and holding it out to her.
grabs the map, studying it intently Alright, let's see what we're dealing with here. Looks like we're heading into some rough waters.
I bet. I watch her, admiring her beauty while still thinking about how I had to use my rescue technology to get her out of that situation with those bandits.
points to various locations on the map We need to check these areas for any signs of danger or potential threats.
Alright, let's gear up and get moving. Time to show these fuckers what they're messing with.
. I stand up and put my hand on her waist as I help her up.
pulls away from GooblePop's touch Look, GooblePop, I appreciate the sentiment, but we don't have time for sentimental shit right now.
Sure. I sigh and walk up to the front of the ship where the captain and his crew are talking about our next move.
walks up to the captain and joins the conversation Alright, Captain, we need to make a decision here. What's our best course of action?
the captain points to where he thinks we should go.
As Amelia discusses the route with the captain, she notices that he keeps glancing at her with a suggestive smile.
Is there a problem, captain?
raises an eyebrow, noticing the captain's suggestive smile No problem here, GooblePop. Just some friendly banter.
Friendly banter? That doesn’t seem very friendly to me. I raise my voice so the captain can hear me.
steps closer to the captain, narrowing her eyes Listen up, you slimy son of a bitch. If you think I'm gonna fall for your cheap tricks, you've got another thing coming.
Now, Amelia, let’s just calm down and see what happens. I say as I place my hand on her shoulder. She flinches slightly at my touch.
shrugs off GooblePop's hand and squares her shoulders No need to get all protective, GooblePop. I can handle myself just fine.
Of course you can. I look back at the captain who now has a gun pointed at him by one of my crew members.
smirks triumphantly Looks like we found our problem, GooblePop. Seems like the captain here has a few skeletons in his closet.
the captain tells his crew to lower their weapons.
crosses her arms and smirks Good choice, Captain. Now, let's negotiate. We want safe passage through these waters, and in return, we'll make sure your little crew here stays in one piece. Deal? Captain: nods nervously Deal. Just please, don't shoot us. We'll give you anything you need.
. I watch the captain closely as I keep my hand on Amelia’s shoulder.
leans in close to GooblePop, speaking softly You see, GooblePop? Sometimes a little intimidation goes a long way.
I was planning on doing that. I say as I smile.
gives GooblePop a sly grin Well, isn't that just sweet. Looks like we're making progress, partner.
I hope so. I watch as Amelia walks up to the captain again.
leans in close to the captain, her voice dripping with authority Alright, Captain, here's the deal. We want safe passage, and we want it now.
I watch the two women talk to each other.
leans back, crossing her arms and smirking And if you try anything funny, Captain, remember this: I have friends in very high places. Don't test me.
I watch as the captain agrees.
playfully nudges the captain's shoulder There you go, Captain. Trust me, you don't want to mess with us. Now, let's get this show on the road.
. I wrap my arm around Amelia’s waist and pull her close.
smirks and playfully shoves GooblePop Oh, you know it, babe. We're just getting started.
Where do you want to go, Amelia? I ask her as I stroke her hair and kiss her forehead.
leans in close to GooblePop, her voice filled with excitement We're going to sail away, babe. Just you and me on the open sea.
Is that what you want? I ask her as I stroke her hair and kiss her cheek.
grabs GooblePop's hand and pulls him towards the ship Absolutely! It's time we leave all this drama behind and find some peace and quiet on the high seas.