Never Bore a Pirate ~ by SaralynArati

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"You will have plenty of time to arrange your affairs: explain to your crew and grant promotions as desired; visit whatever family you may have; acquire funds from any resources that you have available; and do whatever else you deem necessary before such a prolonged absence from the island archipelago," the king says. "We also highly recommend that you make use of all the advice Silver Fox can provide you with, as he is a citizen of that country and knows its laws and customs," adds Queen Rian.

10 years ago

SaralynArati

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"For how long," Shooting Star inquires with superhuman patience, "do you suggest that I remain the new ambassador to the Central Kingdom?" Rian's eyes twinkle... almost. "At first, we shall experiment; this is understood to be on a trial basis only, but perhaps two years?" "Two. Years," Shooting Star repeats after her flatly. "The Central Kingdom is reputed to be quite hidebound. We fear that to set a shorter term would be to inhibit your efficacy by making you too transient to notice."

10 years ago

SaralynArati

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"We have considered it, and we have decided to take you up on your offer," Queen Rian begins. Shooting Star does not recall making any offer; this is not a good sign. "It does you credit that you wish to serve your country in this manner," adds King Galad fulsomely. "Lately we have turned our minds from internal troubles to affairs of state between nations, and we feel that you are peculiarly well suited for the position you propose to fill." An apparently ill-timed joke comes rushing back.

10 years ago

SaralynArati

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Led by example, all those aboard the Firebrand have plundered and buried wisely. Some have even invested in... whatever. Yet, as much as a respite from constant fighting is welcome, too extended a period of peace and quiet can become tedious. In short, they are restless and long for a little excitement. Shooting Star admits it to herself: she is bored. Therefore, when the dual crown summons her, she is not as unwilling to go as she would normally be. At least there is no bounty this time.

10 years ago