It Started With A Smile, And A Wad Of Cash

[Bobbie]

While Alphonse wandered into the office, Danielle waited outside with the two robots. She would occasionally peer inside to make sure everything was alright, keeping him in her vision through the glass window most, if not all, the time while he was inside.

Twenty minutes or so of almost perfect silence except for the occasional sound coming from the robots’ mechanisms, and Al emerged. He seemed quite pleased with himself, and it brought a smile to Danielle’s face. Of course, she was very aware of her own gain in all of this, and she was nothing if not grateful, but accepting his offer was for more than simply selfish reasons and greed. It seemed to bring him as much happiness that it brought her, if not more. Once he was ready, they walked on, one of her hands occupied with a bag while the other remained on her shoulder.

Moving at a pace that suited Al, Danielle took the time to enjoy the scenery they walked past, the sun shining its warmth on her face and the sound of the two robots’ jibber-jabber in the background. She quickly grew insensitive to their arguments and while she heard their words - or rather, Andrew’s - she hardly processed them.

The docks soon became visible, and the largest ship that floated there caught Danielle’s eye. That must be The Wellerman, she thought to herself. There was so much activity on board that Al’s bodyguard felt a little intimidated, and slightly saddened as she recalled her adventures on another ship with some people she considered very dear to her. Suppressing those emotions, she continued to advance by Alphonse’s side.

“It’s a nice ship…” she couldn’t help but gawk at it a little bit. "Larger than any ship I've ever been on before, there must be quite a large crew to man it." She was no expert, but could easily appreciate a vessel as magnificent as this one.

There wasn’t a shadow of a doubt in her mind - this will certainly be a trip to remember.

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Danielle: #fffd17

[Kami-Gaz]

The captain of the vessel looked over the group that had arrived and nodded to the comment that Danielle had made. “The Wellerman is a fine vessel, crewed by thirty hands with enough space to haul enough cargo to feed a small island for a season!” He explained, beckoning the group to follow him up. Despite being old he had a spring in his step and a smile on his face despite the early hour.

Al was the first to make a move, hobbling up the gangplank behind the man. “This is amazing Mister Wellerfella!” He exclaimed weakly before stopping once on the deck, his robot was swiftly behind him to provide some support. “If you want to do any trading while we travel, please feel free too. I do not wish to hamper your business more than I already am.” The young red head said with an earnest smile, making an effort to stand up tall. Those that were on the crew and near enough eyed the lad and offered a soft smile… it must have been briefed to them what this job was, that way they could understand what their captain had decided.

“Nonsense!” The captain called as the crew returned to their business. One of the men pulling up the gangplank after Danielle had boarded. A offering her a hand shake as they passed on their duties, both out of respect and in greeting. “You and your entourage are special guests. I haven’t been on an adventure in years... so before I retire I want to have one last hurrah!” Willard spoke as ne raised his arms to the crews cheers. “After this im retiring and My first mate Johnny is taking up the business.” He explained with a firm nod, making most of the crew’s jaws drop.

“Thank you Mister Wellerfella. I am happy you can get your last hurrah with me.” Alphonse said before looking to Danny. “And this is Danny’s big break too! They’re going to propose to the childhood sweet heart after this!” He said moving closer to wrap his arm around the young woman. “Make a family with her.” He looked up and raised his voice as high as he could “So let’s make this one insane bachelor party for Danny!”

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Madam Saleen: ffd1f6

R0y: 818181

Big Baby Man: 8494dc

Willard Wellerfellar: d8b000
Johnny W. Hiskey: efff9b
Receptionist: a55eff
Elevator Attendant: 00c2ff
AnDRW: 7f5004

[Bobbie]

Danielle shook the hands of any crew member who offered theirs, reciprocating their greeting politely. As Alphonse suggested they go along with any trading business along the way, she also nodded in agreement, although a part of her hoped that it wouldn’t set her back too much. She was on a deadline, after all.

Then her partner introduced her to be on her ‘big break’, feeling a bit embarrassed by it, but hiding it well. She had to lean down just a little bit when Alphonse put his arm around her, being a couple of inches taller than the young man, and she put his arm around him in return with a nervous chuckle.

“A bit early for a bachelor party, but thank you.” She uttered, modestly. Thinking back at her journey, it’s been quite an eventful one. She’d have never imagined that hunting treasure and riches would have so many obstacles and she would meet so many interesting people along the way. Somewhere in that mix was a bit of heartbreak due to the people that she had no choice but to leave behind, but she had nothing but fond memories of those people, even amidst all the chaos that ensued due to some of their shenanigans.

Her most recent encounter with Rosalina and her father was quite a let down and a bit of a sore spot in this string of memories, but Danielle decided to look to the future. She loved Rosalina, and there was nothing she wouldn’t do for the ginger beauty.

This voyage, however dangerous it may turn out to be, will be no different to any other challenges she faced head on, all in the name of love.

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Danielle: #fffd17