.:Assassino Amore Principessa:. (Locked, DON'T DELETE.)

[Cloudsong]

"Don't try to teleport me..." Elton muttered. If she fiddled with it and it stopped working, they might lose the ability to speak with each other. And that's definitely not what I want. What if this was the last conversation they would ever have together? "I don't know, Kateliana. No one here is willing to take me." He had asked so many people for help.... And all had refused. "Listen... they will probably try to get to you tonight; hopefully I'll be on my way out there, but..." His chances for catching a ride were quite slim. "Nothing I seem to say makes them seem willing to take them." He lowered his head in defeat, staring at the water underfoot.

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Marcel tipped his head to one side as Allegra asked him the question. He hesitated, knowing what she was thinking. Why would someone like me be among such animals like these pirates? "I alternate from different pirate ships," he responded finally. "Every ship knows of my name; when they are short of crew, and the ship I am on tires of me, I move on." His voice was almost bitter as he said this. "I have never been on the same ship for more than a month." Silently he leaned up against the railing of the ship, watching her carefully for her reaction.

(Lol I'm really tired d: Can barely keep my eyes open.... *yawn* After my next post I'm turning in, I believe x3)

[Captain Kaycee]

(Okay, I don't want to keep you up xD)

Kateliana let out a sigh, trying to figure out how they would be able to get Elton to get onto the ship. "Why not try telling them that they would get paid to sail to the pirate ship because a princess is on board?" she suggested. She knew that tht idea wouldn't be a good one, but it was at least another thing that they could try. She hated the feeling of being like a toy or a helpless woman against some of the pirates and other sailors, but it could possibly be their only way to get Elton to come and save her. She felt the tears coming to get eyes as she knew that she could possibly not be able to see Elton ever again. "Elton..." Kateliana choked, her tears beginning to come from her eyes. "If I don't see you again, I want you to know that I love you, and I always wanted to be with you.." she whispered, looking away to wipe the tears from her face. She couldn't imagine being in captivity with pirates in the New World without Elton.

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Allegra looked up and nodded once, feeling much sympathy for the boy. She could imagine what it would be like to be a child having to work with lots of different sailors and going from ship to ship. She wondered if he had any parents, but thought against of asking the question. "I'm sorry that you would have to go through that..." she whispered, her voice sounding much more like that of a woman's than a child. She lowered her head and brought her knees up to her chest as she looked away from the boy beside her.

[Cloudsong]

Elton felt his heart ache as she said this. "Don't..." he said quietly. "Don't you say your goodbyes." His voice was almost anguished. "I'll get out there, Kateliana. You'll see." He sighed, wishing he was there to comfort her. Though he couldn't see her, he knew her well enough to know that she was crying. "Don't lose hope." He knew that she was scared. He was also; the thought that any of the men on the ship would so much as lay a hand on him made his blood boil. The worst part was knowing that he was powerless. I always thought I would be there for her... to defend her from anything.. Now he could not. Silently he turned towards the ships again, intent on asking them again and again for their help. He needed to get out there.

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Marcel smiled almost sadly as she attempted to console him. After so many years of suffering, he didn't think of his life as a hardship anymore. He just... expected it to happen. These two had probably lived the life of royalty, and he wondered why they were here. "Do not apologize, señora." He glanced over at her for a brief moment before his gaze returned to the sea. "It is merely part of my life." What he expected.

[Captain Kaycee]

Kateliana looked away from the music box for a moment as she bit her lip. She felt like she couldn't talk to him for a brief moment, then she looked back over at the magic box. "Elton, I want you back. I can't take it here thinking that one moment I'm going to be taken by some filthy pirate. Please... come here as soon as possible," Kateliana mumbled to him, her voice sounding desperate. She looked down at the music box again and noticed that the song that came in between Elton's words was beginning to finish it's little tune.

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Allegra looked up at him and smiled slightly at him, but it looked sort of sad. She didn't enjoy knowing that he had been through hardships while he grew up, and she wanted to help him. Even if I am younger, she thought to herself. She watched him for a moment and let out a sigh, then looked out into the sea that he stared at. If she was older, she wouldn't mind being his girlfriend, but she suddenly shook the thought away. I'm too young for that, she growled to herself.

[Cloudsong]

Elton grit his teeth together. "No one is going to touch you," he said fiercely. "I won't let them.. There are plenty of ships out here... I'll get out there, Kateliana." Silently he approached another sailboat. "How much would it cost for you to take me somewhere?" he asked the man who was rolling up ropes that were connected to the anchor.

The man smiled a toothy grin. "How much you got?" he asked greedily, eyes bright as he imagined a large quantity of money.

In reply, Elton shoved a large heap of coins into his outstretched hands. "Is this enough?"

The man glanced up and down the dock, to make sure no one had spotted them. "More'n enough," he muttered, pocketing the coins. "Get on."

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Marcel was silent for a moment, then nodded to the two. "I'll be right back," he murmured to the twins, then left the hiding place. As he approached the last man who was awake, he tipped his hat to him.

"Ah, Marcel. Here you are, kid. You'll be takin' over for the night, then." He yawned, showing chipped teeth.

Marcel smiled placably as he inwardly grimaced at the man's smelly breath. "Yes, sir."

"There won't be no trouble tonight... so you needn't be worried." Without saying another word, the man climbed the steps down towards his cabin, steps uneven and swaying. Marcel rolled his eyes. Most of the men on this ship spent the majority of their time drunk, or worse.

When he was sure that no one was there anymore, he turned towards the twins' hiding place, and nodded, as if to say 'the coast is clear'.

[Captain Kaycee]

(I'm so sorry that I haven't been on. My life is going to be REALLY chaotic until next Friday. D:)

Kateliana watched as the music box ended it's song, along with Elton's voice. She felt somewhat sad to know that he was gone, at least for the moment. I want him to come back... please Elton, come here soon, she thought to herself. She closed the lid of the music box and began to stare around her cell again. There isn't anything else I can do, she muttered under her breath as she let out a sigh. She began to wonder about where the kids could be on the ship, and if they were still actually alive. She knew that they were far too young to know how to get around the ship, let alone be able to hide to long periods of time without getting hungry. She closed her eyes and leaned back in her chair as she let out a small growl of irritation.
And here I thought that we were going to be in Fortuna being a family for the rest of our lives.

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Daelen waited until the man was down at least most of the steps to their barracks before coming out. He pulled himself over the large barrels and boxes, then helped his sister over them as well. Allegra rolled her eyes as she was helped by her brother, knowing perfectly well that she could have done it herself. They walked quietly over to Marcel, knowing that if they ran, it could wake the men that were underneath the deck in their hammocks.

Allegra looked over at her brother for a moment when they reached Marcel, then glanced over at their new friend. She felt herself smiling towards him, but when she finally noticed that she probably looked like a fool standing there with a grin on her face, she stopped and looked towards the ground as she shifted her weight. Daelen looked at his sister and let out a small chuckle, then looked back over at Marcel. "Let's go?" he whispered to him, knowing not to use any of his native language because he knew that the kid wasn't from around their home country.

[Cloudsong]

(Aww.... But on a positive note, by next Friday I'll be back in the states! 8D Then we won't have such a large time difference! )

Elton grinned, and got onto the sailboat. He looked around the large ship, obviously impressed. It was a large fifty-foot vagabond with white sails, and a rather shabby looking cockpit with squishy cushions that looked stained with wine, or blood. It didn't bother Elton in the slightest that this boat wasn't exactly top-quality. The important thing was that it was fast, and the wind was blowing in their favor.

"So where to?" the man asked, casting off the lines of the boat. He glanced behind them to make sure no one was coming, and began to steer their way out of the slip.

"Follow that pirate ship," Elton commanded, watching the man carefully as he fiddled around with navigation tools.

The man looked over at the dark looming shape out in the distance, and scratched his head. "You sure? Them pirates got some serious tempers." He, as well as the rest of the people there, knew that the specific band of Spanish pirates were quite barbaric, and it wouldn't exactly be wise to follow them.

Elton clenched his teeth together. Of course, the man would want to worry about his own safety. It was natural. "They have my wife and children on their ship, and I need to get them back."

An understanding look crossed his face. "Ah... I see." He nodded at Elton. "You got any experience with sailing?"

Elton shrugged. "I've been on ships before, and my father taught me a little bit about navigation..." He knew how to navigate by the stars, which was how most sailors would.

The man grinned. "Excellent. You're good enough; take the wheel while I raise the sails." Without another word, he stepped out onto the deck, going over to remove the bags that he had placed over the sails.

As he watched him go, Elton sighed, taking the steering wheel into expert hands. He looked around them, seeing few boats that were out sailing. Their green and red lights flashed, and he knew exactly which direction they were headed in.

The man returned within minutes, having raised the sails. They billowed around, being caught by the swift breeze that carried them quickly towards the direction of the ship. "I've got my own kids," he said, taking the wheel from Elton again. "I reckon I'd feel the same way if they got taken."

Elton smiled, feeling respect for the man. He seemed noble and humble, though he was only a sailor.

"The name's Enker," he added, peering over at Elton for a moment before returning to his work.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, Enker," Elton said, smiling slightly. It didn't, however, reach his eyes. The worry he felt for getting to Kateliana before it was too late kept him from any positive emotions.

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Marcel nodded to Daelen before leading the way, quietly yet quickly, towards the staircase. He held one hand over his hat, almost out of habit than anything. With his other he gripped the handle of his sword, which still remained on his belt. He was silently wondering what they would do exactly, even if they did manage to get Kateliana free. They'd catch us for sure, and make me walk the plank. Silently he pushed the thought away. This was his only chance for freedom also.. The only chance to finally find a place in life. He also wanted to help them; they seemed nice enough. "Andiamo," he replied, winking. It was an Italian word, yet he used it to show them that he understood some of their language. A few months ago he had travelled with Italians, and had learned their ways of living. These people, however, seemed much more refined than the savages he had lived with.

He led the way down through the dark spiraled staircase. The only illumination came from the candle that was lit down in front of Kateliana's cell. With every creak that sounded from the ancient wood, he winced, wondering if it would wake the sailors.

[Captain Kaycee]

Kateliana looked at the music box for a few couple, moments, then let out a sigh and closed it softly. She closed her eyes and began to hum softly to herself, but it began to get a being louder as she got into the song. She sang the song that had been played by the music box, and it was sweet but also with a bit of a darkened tone.

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Daelen continued to follow Marcel, but suddenly he heard a soft humming coming from lower below. It was a woman's voice, and he glanced quickly over at his sister. She wasn't singing, and she nodded as if to know that her mother was singing. "We have to hurry," Allegra whispered to Marcel.

(Fail post sorry ;___;)

[Cloudsong]

Enker piloted the ship quite expertly, knowing exactly how to angle the oat so that it would be taken by the wind quickly and easily. He went to the front of the ship, standing out on the edge of the bow to look down into the dark, deep waters below. He remembered with an aching pain in his chest how excited Kateliana had been to go and see the ocean. And now... What if she stayed forever in the ocean? Those pirates were barbaric, and would want to keep her if they got a chance. It made his blood boil to even think of what they would do to her. He would slit their necks if he caught them... Silently he clenched his hands against the rail. Somehow, he knew everything would be all right. I won't let anything happen. Though he knew it wasn't within his power, he felt that somehow, his love for her would be enough to keep her safe.

They approached the ship quickly, and soon, they were almost side by side of them. "Get as close as possible," Elton commanded, approaching the stern of the ship, where Enker still was steering. "I'll be back soon. Stay close by for our arrival."

Enker put his hand on Elton's shoulder for a moment, then nodded. "Go with god," he said. In his eyes, wisdom and kindness shown, and Elton smiled slightly.

"Thank you," he murmured. As the sailboat came within distance enough for him to jump, he did so. He landed almost clumsily on the side, and heaved himself up onto the deserted deck. Silently he looked around, not daring to make a sound. It was dangerous to be on a ship without asking permission.

(Lol I'm not really religious myself, but back then, most people really were. So I thought it would be more realistic to make them like that ^^)

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Marcel nodded, and took the lead as they descended the stairs. He took the keys off of the ring on the wall opposite of Kateliana's 'cage', and silently turned towards her. "I brought company," he breathed to her, smiling slightly as he inserted the long key into the lock. It clicked loudly, and he cursed in his native language, thankful that the two twins didn't understand. After all.. I am older and I should be more responsible. He smiled slightly, pulling the door open as slowly as he could to not make anymore noises. He stood back to watch the two greet their mother.

[Captain Kaycee]

Kateliana heard a sound come from the stairs, and looked up to see the boy along with her two children safe and sound. She immediatly got up from the chair and ran over to hug her children. "My god... you two did come to find me!" she whispered, bending down and hugging them tightly against her chest. She felt the tears coming, but kept them back since she didn't want her children to see. Now if only Elton was here, she thought to herself, then looked back up at the boy. "Thank you so much," she whispered to him, happiness gleaming in her eyes.

Daelen and Allegra ran up to the cage and hugged their mother. Daelen back aaway after a few moment and looked over at Marcel. He knew that they would have to tell her how he was able to keep them in hiding until the pirates fell asleep in their hammocks. "Marcel here helped us get down here to see you. We need to go now, or at least hide until somebody comes to find us," Daelen muttered to his mother.

Kateliana nodded once, then looked back up at the stairs. "How are we going to sneak past the pirates?" she asked, her head turning towards Marcel. Allegra skipped back over to Marcel's side and hugged him quickly, her sign of thanks since he brought them back to their mother.

(I'm not that religious myself (at least in Christianity), but I love religious studies. I really love learning about the Catholic Church when the Pope had divine rule over Europe :3)