Dans l'amour avec un duc

~Here's out new story! French translations at the bottom!~

My dearest Olivine, May 21, 1722

My travels have gone great so far, but I miss being at your side. I how the baby is alright, I think of it and you every night before I go to sleep.. Your scent is long gone from the silk handicraft you gave me, I miss it so my sweet. I hope to be home soon, I picked up a few gifts for you along with some beautiful silk I know you will love.. Well, it is time for me to rest. I will think of your touch in my sleep my love..

Your husband,

Vincent...

Vincent neatly folds the letter into his jacket pocket as he prepares for bed. He dims the light of his oil lamp and rises from his chair and walks across the wooden floor of his cabin. He is knocked to his feet by a sudden and violent explosion. He rushes outside to the ship deck to investigate. His heart sinks when he sees an enemy pirate ship firing upon his ship. He attempts to catch his balance again as the bow of the ship begins to sink into the water. Vincent's body slides down the deck, causing parts of his expensive jacket to rip before he hits the icy seas. A few minutes later, he surfaces and holds onto a piece of driftwood for dear life. He looks back at his completely submerged cargo ship and struggles to catch his breath from the freezing water. He looks at the devastation around him.

Vincent: I'm...going to die out here... *He clings tightly to the drift wood as his long black hair clings to his drenched clothing.*

A pirate: Captain! A survivor! Wha' we do with 'im?

Reno: *Walks over to the edge with a smirk, glad of all the loot they got and looks down at the man holding on for dear life, holds in his shock.** (Damn, he's....) Bring him too! 'Lone with anything else you find yo! *Nods down at the sailor.*

Pirate: Yes, captain!! *Moves the lifeboat over and drags the man out of the sea, quickly tying his hands together before he grabs for a barrel.*

Vincent: *He shivers uncontrollably as his damp body hits the air.* (These sea rats...will kill me, surely...)

Pirate: *Sees theirs nothing else and rows back to the large ship.* Comin' up!! New meat! *Picks the man up and pushes him tot he ladder.* Get up 'ere!

Vincent: *He rolls onto the pirate ship deck, his body still shivering from the extreme cold temperature of the water.*

Reno: Thanks, Cid! Get the rest of the stuff now! *Walks over to the shivering man and rolls him over with his foot.* What we got here, boys? Can't tell if it's a man or a wrench yo!

Vincent: *He begins to breath heavily.* Je suis désolé. Je ne vous comprends pas. Laissez-moi partir !

Reno: Oh, a French one! Haven't had them in awhile yo! *Leans down and speaks loudly.* You have dick? Or women?

Vincent: *He scoffs at the pirate's tone and use of filthy language.* Une bouche si dégoûtante...

Reno: Speak English! I know ya can understand me! Answer me or I'll find out myself yo..*Smirks as he looks Vincent up and down, his crew laughing behind him.*

Vincent: *He answers the pirate back in a fine French accent.* I don't speak to illiterates.

Reno: Bonne chose je ne suis pas l'illierate huh ? *Smirks widely at the shock in Vincent's eyes.* Now, what you called?

Vincent: What do you want? I will give you all the gold I have. Take it!

Reno: I want ya name, and I'm guessin' your a man thou.. *Reaches out and grabs the man's hands and chuckles.* Well, well! You have the hands of a woman! You sure you have a dick?

Vincent: Do not touch me! *He jerks his hands away from the pirate.* Je suis Vincent Valentine, duc de la France.

Reno: Oh ho ho, we got us a feisty one, boys! And his name is Vinny! *Laughs at Vincent slap and sees a few gold necklaces around Vincent's neck and grabs them, yanking them hard till they brake.* Whoo! These could feed us for a year, and you have them 'round your neck? *Looks around and calls out for his first mate, a large dark skinned man walks forward and reaches out his one hand.* They're for you, Rude! Make ya look pretty yo!

Rude: ....*The corner of his lip lifts slightly as he looks at Reno before he walks off.*

Vincent: *He rubs his neck from the soreness of his chains being ripped from him.* Take them...

Reno: Already did! I think he'll enjoy them yo! Now, back to you.. Hmm.. What ta do, what ta do... Stand up, pansy man!

Vincent: *He stands slowly, his body still shaking from the cold dampness of his clothes.*

Reno: (Great, another one taller then me yo!) *Walks around Vincent, looking him over as he does.* What can you do? Other then dress up like a women?

Vincent: I am the Queen's brother. I do not dress like a woman, I am a proper man.

Reno: Oh, a proper man huh? *Stands in front of Vincent and runs his palm over Vincent's face and pulls it back.* Ya have make up on, you're a lady to us! But don't worry, you'll learn how real men work, pretty boy! *Chuckles as he wipes his hand off on Vincent's soaked jacket.*

Vincent: *He brushes off the area on his jacket the pirate touched.* Dégoût…

Reno: It was on your face yo! *Turns to face his crew.* Great job, boys! You earned extra rum tonight yo! After we get a few miles away, ya can drink yourselves silly! But we're headin' on our new course in the mornin'.so don't have to much fun yo! *Joins the crew in whoops and halers as they get to work, turns back to Vincent.* Follow me now, Vinny!

Vincent: *He scowls at the pirate and stands resistantly.*

Reno: I would move, unless ya want to sleep in the crew's cabin and I warn ya.. We've been on sea for a long time and you look very much like a wrench yo! *Chuckles, flashing his teeth amazingly white teeth at Vincent.*

Vincent: *He sighs sharply in disgust as he begins to follow Reno.*

Reno: Good, pansy boy! Didn't think you'd like stripin' there either yo! *Walks to the door and chuckles when he hears a 'oofm!' from behind the door.* Denzel! Go back to the cabin, boy! You know not to come up after a raid yo!

Denzel: Yessir! *He chuckles and hastily scrambles back to his cabin.*

Reno: Don't laugh, boy! I'll get ya, you little shit! *Laughs and shakes his head at Denzel as he walks in and head down to his cabin.*

Vincent: Vous avez une bouche fétide...*He says under his breath as he follows the foul pirate.*

Reno: My mouth is clean yo and you better get used to it, this is how ya talk in the real world! *Opens the door to his cabin, maps and knick-knacks all over the room and a large bed in the middle covered with a bunch of blankets and pillows.*

Vincent: *He ignores the pirate, not wanting to be spoken to in such a terrible manner.* You have no class, no manners.

Reno: I never want class and I have manners! I'm lettin' ya stay in MY room yo! Now strip, pansy boy! You're shakin' like a babe!

Vincent: No, I will not! *He turns away from the disrespectful pirate.*

Reno: Hey, ya on my ship and under my rule now, Duke! So undress and put this on yo! *Grabs a large shirt and hands it to Vincent.* Your status means nothing here!

Vincent: I will not wear the clothing of heathens.

Reno: Heathens huh? *Throws his head back as he laughs, turning Vincent around to look at him.* You have no idea what a real heathen is and when ya meet one, you'll wish you were here.. *Stares into Vincent's eyes before he lets him go.* Then ya sleep naked, up to you!

Vincent: Untie me...

Reno: Not when ya order me, I never take orders from the likes of you. *Goes and sits on his bed and pulls a knife out of his boots and uses it to clean under his nails.*

Vincent: The likes of me? I have done nothing to you. Now, untie me.

Reno: Maybe not you, but your 'class' of people you seem so proud of has yo! *Keeps cleaning his nails.* Now ask like your poor people are forced ta ask you.

Vincent: I refuse. *He narrows hiss eyes at the pirate.* Vous êtes un bâtard.

Reno: Fine then, sleep in cold wet clothes. Just so you know, it gets cold at night yo! *Finishes his nails and puts the knife back in his boots and takes them off.*

Vincent: I will gladly sleep in my wet clothing. I will not expose myself to the likes of a pirate.

Reno: And ya called us heathens yo? Fine, have it your way. *Takes his own shirt off and throws it to the other side of the room before he takes off his pants, living on his long johns.* Why? Worried I'd find out ya a women?

Vincent: *He closes his eyes as Reno begins to strip.* It is improper. I will not degrade myself, even in the presence of filthy pirates.

Reno: Filthy? *Sniffs himself.* I'm clean, I washed two day ago yo! And why? If your a man, we have the same things! Some just bigger then others! *Chuckles as he gets under some of the blankets and sighs in happiness.* God, I love meh bed!

Vincent: You have never been taught manners. Even the lower classes know the proper way to speak. You are uncivilized.

Reno: How you know? Did you see how we were all raised yo? As far as you know someone here is smarter then you! And I speak fine yo, you understand me don't ya? And you can open your eyes, or ya scared?

Vincent: *He turns away from the pirate and faces the wall.* Untie me, pirate...

Reno: No, I'm dumb remember? I don't know how yo! *Lays back and groans as his back cracks.* Fuck, that felt good!

Vincent: I'll only remove my clothes if you untie me and leave the room. If you can't release me, get someone else who can.

Reno: Fine fine, ! But I'm no leavin' my own cabin yo! You'll just have ta deal with it! *Gets off the bed and walks over, quickly and expertly untying Vincent before he walks back.*

Vincent: Give me some amount of privacy and decency.

Reno: Yeah, yeah *Lays down on his bed and closes his eyes as he rests his head on his arms behind his head.* Go ahead yo!

Vincent: That is better. *He turns around once to check if the pirate is giving him the privacy he asked for before he begins to take off his wet clothes.*

Reno: *Listens to Vincent's movements and waits till he knows he's turned around and cracks one eye open to take a peek.* (Mm, got a nice ass on him yo! Wonder how big he is!) *Closes his eye again so Vincent doesn't know.* Hurry up, pansy boy!

Vincent: I am dressed properly. It takes time. *He removes his vest and losens his neck cravat.*

Reno: Ya have two more minutes before I opens my eyes, so I would hurry yo! *Starts to hum as he waits.*And you're dressed more than a women is!!

Vincent: Do not rush me. *He removes his jacket, vest and shirt and places them on the bed before he turns back around and begins to remove his pants.*

Reno: One minute yo! *Takes another small peek and licks his lips at the sight of Vincent's ass.* (Mmm, a really nice ass!)

Vincent: *He turns his body slightly to grab the shirt the pirate threw across the room earlier and begins to pull the long shirt over his head.*

Reno: *Keeps listening and cracks his eyes again and glimps Vincent's manhood.* (Fuck me, he's huge! Why does he have to be so hot and what I hate yo?!)

Vincent: I need a pair of pants. *He holds the long shirt down, trying to cover as much of his body as he can.*

Reno: Times up yo! *Opens his eyes and smirks at the sight of Vincent, chuckles softly.* No can do! My pants are to big for you yo and I don't feel like goin' to look a pair for ya, go without them for the night!

Vincent: I will not sleep without pants. This boat is probably infested with vermin.

Reno: Hey! I keep a clean ship yo! This ship is clean, Vince! And for that you differently get no pants! *Turns to his side, blowing out one of his candles.*

Vincent: I refuse to sleep on the floor as well. I demand a bed to sleep on.

Reno: You can't demand anything yo! There's a hammock over there ya can use.. Well, unless you want ta join me! *Smiles at Vincent with a shit-eating grin.*

Vincent: You probably have head lice and bed bugs. *He looks over at the hammock and sighs as he seats himself.* This is better than the floor and far enough from you.

Reno: Fuck ya too! You should be happy I didn't send ya to sleep with some of the crew! Or make ya sleep on the deck in the rain! So shut the help up and sleep cause you're gettin' up early and gonna work for the first day in your life yo! *Blows out another candle and turns of the oil lamps he can reach before he yawns and nuzzles into his mound of blankets and pillows.*

Vincent: *He lays back on the hammock and pulls his knees to his chest as he struggles to fall asleep.* (Such humiliation...)

Reno: Mmm...*Groans softly as he turns and breaks wind before he hugs onto a pillow.* Ax.....

Vincent: (Disgusting!) *He turns away from the offending pirate and rests his arm over his face.*

The next morning, Reno wakes up and smiles devilishly as he approaches the sleeping Frenchman, Vincent Valentine.

Reno: *Finishes getting dressed and walks over to the hammock and claps his hand beside Vincent's ear.*

Vincent: *He jolts from his sleep.* What, heathen?

Reno: Well, hello to you too pansy man! The sun is 'bout to rise and there's work ta be done, get off your ass!

Vincent: I am royalty and not meant to work on a pirate ship.

Reno: I don't give a shit, it don't mean anything here yo! Now get up unless ya want me ta see your cock when I push ya out to the deck in that shirt!

Vincent: Don't use that language around me. *He rises from the hammock.* Turn around.

Reno: No chance! You can't rule me here yo, the sea is freedom! No one here will listen to any order from you. *Walks over to his deck, grabbing a map to look over.*

Vincent: I have to put my pants on. I need privacy.

Reno: I'm not lookin' yo, hurry thou.. Denzy comes in 'round this time!

Vincent: *He turns away from the pirate and slips on his now dry pants from the day before.*

Reno: Hm...If we..no, not enough time.. maybe.. *Mumbles to himself as he looks over his maps, smirks when hear the sounds of little feet coming closer.*

Denzel: *Runs in, seeing the light from under the door.* Reno, breakfast is..Oh.. Hi! My name is Denzel! What's your name, sir?!

Vincent: Vincent Valentine is my name... What is a child doing in these conditions? (Reno must be his name...)

Reno: He had no where else to go, I found him half staved and brought him here yo! I make sure he stays in his cabin durin' fights and raids, he's safe!

Denzel: Yeah, he makes me stay under during all the fun stuff!

Vincent: You should be in school, not on a pirate ship.

Reno: It's time to eat, stop the talkin' and start walkin'! *Walks over and places a hand on Denzel's shoulder to push him forward before he turn back to Vincent.* Ya never speak like that to or in front of Denzel! What I do with my ward is up to me, not you... *Catches up with Denzel.*

Vincent: Such nerve... *He exits the cabin and stares out at the open, forbidding sea.*

Denzel: Mr. Vincent! Come on, Rod made eggs today!!! We haven't had them in weeks!

Vincent: I do not have an appetite. Thank you. (His mind has not been corrupted by these sea dogs yet. He is a respectable little boy.)

Reno: You're comin', unless you want ta start work already! I'm sure Cid will be more then happy ta show you what to do, you remember him don't ya? *Points over to the dirty blonde haired pirate that picked Vincent out of the sea the night before.*

Vincent: (He is even worse...) *He decides to follow Reno instead of going with the pirate called Cid.*

Reno: Thought so! *Continues down the stairs to the mess, listening to Denzel chatter.* I know, it will happen tonight before sunset! You sure your ready?

Denzel: Yessir!!!! I'm more than ready, Reno! I'm so excited!! *Walks with a little hop in his step.*

Vincent: *He holds his nose as he walks into the mess hall.* (I cannot stand this!)

Reno: What's wrong? Our foods not up ta your standers, your royal pansy? *Walks up and waves to the cook.* Yo Rod, we have a royal here! He's used to the 'best'!

Vincent: Not in the slightest. This is not the smell of real food.

Denzel: He's a really good cook! He makes the best stews!! You'll like them!

Rod: Well, this is the stuff from your cargo ship so you must not be eaten real food, your highness! *Passes out the food to Reno and Denzel and gives Vincent a smaller portion.* (Insult my cooking, do you?!)

Reno: You went fancy today yo! I see you heard the news! *Winks over at Denzel.*

Denzel: *He winks back at Reno with a smile on his face.*

Vincent: *His stomach sours at the sight of his food. He then looks over at Reno who is leaning his elbows on the table. He pushes his food away.*

Reno: For someone who cares so much 'bout manners, you ain't showin' any! *Digs into his meal, humming in approval.*

Rod: None.. *Takes Vincent's plate and puts the food onto Denzel's.* Eat up! It's your day today, Denzy!

Denzel: *He happily devours his food while kicking his legs under the table.*

Vincent: You have your elbows on the table, and you are holding your utensils wrong. The table is not set correctly for breakfast, and the dishes are not clean.

Reno: They're clean, just old! And again, it's my ship I can do what I want! And you're breakin' the biggest one! You don't deny food offered to you from other people, it's a insult! A pretty big one to us, we have limited food sometimes and we give what we have ta you!

Rod: Yes, if we were home you would never be invited to anyone's place again if they found out! *Walks back in to hand out food to the crew.*

Vincent: I am not hungry, and I thought I was your prisoner. *He holds his fork correctly and takes a small, reluctant bite of the eggs.*

Reno: I don't know what you are at he moment, we feed out prisoners too! Maybe not as good as this normally but they get food yo! *Quickly finishes his meal and down his orange juice and lets out a belch.*

Vincent: *He cringes at Reno's poor manners.* May I be excused?

Denzel: *Quickly swallows his food before he laughs.* Good one, Reno!! That was a big one! *Goes back to finish his meal.*

Reno: You want ta start work already, huh? *Chuckles and smiles at Denzel.* Bigger them yours yesterday!

Vincent: No, I can not stand being on this ship any longer.

Reno: To bad! We're far from France yo! You're stuck with us, now come on! We're gonna teach ya what your poor people go though everyday! *Gets up and pats Denzel's head.* Just help with the inventory today, Denzy.. I'll get ya before sunset! *Leads Vincent out.*

Vincent: (Terrible manners...terrible...) *He shakes his head as he follows Reno to the deck.*

Reno: I'm takin' ya to our Boatswain, Reeve! He'll tell you what need ta be done and he's nice unless people don't do they work! Yo, Reeve! I have a new worker for ya today!

Reeve: Hello Captain! Good morning to you, sir! That's great, I need some extra help today! *Walks over to Vincent and looks him over.* Um..Sir, why did you send a wrench, you know Cid sees them as bad luck on a ship and I tire of hearing him complain!

Vincent: I am not a wrench. Why do you call women by such names?

Reeve: Oh! I'm sorry, you just..Never mind! And it depends on the women, sea lasses like being called it. If a woman say anything then we stop but if not then we know they're okay with it and they call us names too, oh boy do they!

Reno: Yep! Anyway, show him the ropes, Reeve! I trust you yo! *Pats Reeve on the shoulder before he walks up the stairs to the helm.*

Vincent: Show me what to do so I can get what needs to be finished out of the way. *He turns away from the salty, aromatic breeze from the sea.* (This is going to ruin my complexion.)

Reeve: Well, let me think.. You look like you haven't worked a day in your life so I'll have to chose something easy! Hmm... *Looks around the ship.* Ah yes, the ropes have become worn and need to be changed! Take that big pile over there and change all on the deck you can reach!

Vincent: I am not as weak as you think I am. *He picks up the ropes with ease and walks to the end of the ship to change the ropes.*

Reeve: Lets see how you do, if you do good then I'll give you something a bit harder! *Watches Vincent for a few minutes to make sure he's doing okay before he goes to his own work.*

Vincent: *He begins to change the ropes.* (I need leather gloves for this...This rope is burning my hands.) *He changes more rope and frowns as hhis knuckles begin to bleed.*

Reeve: *Walks over to check on Vincent a few hours later.* Ah, yes..These ropes are tough, but don't worry! Hands toughen up, I don't even bleed anymore! *Pats Vincent's shoulder.*

Vincent: My hands are not meant to be bleeding. I am not a pirate.

Reeve: I know, but we all must do this we detest sometimes! And I think you can do it, if Denzel can then you should be able too! *Touches his chin.* Thou Captain gave him gloves! *Chuckles.* Little brat threw them over broad after the first day, saying he wants to be like everyone else. That boy has the heart of a lion!

Vincent: You can not force me to do this. I will be in the cabin, do not disturb me. *He walks in a huff to Reno's cabin. He sighs in relief as he lays on Reno's bed.* (I can't stand sleeping in the hammock. As long as that pirate isn't in this bed, it is mine.)

Reno: *Walks in after a few minutes.* What's this? You can't take a few hours of real work? That is nothing compared to what everyone else does yo! *Chuckles.* I thought you were a man and you couldn't do something a eleven year old boy can! *Walks over and looks down at Vincent.* Thought I had head lice and bedbugs, pansy boy?

Vincent: This bed is mine when you are gone. You can get another bed with the gold you took from me.

Reno: Um, no. That is my bed and it already has another owner and that's not you! I'll let you rest on it but I will get on it when I want ta! Plus, that gold is Rude's! He's sellin' it for his babies!

Vincent: If you feed me, then I deserve a more suitable bed for myself.

Reno: How ya figure that? And there is one bed free.. *Smirks devilishly.*

Vincent: Yes, this bed. Now, laissez-moi!

Reno: No, this is my bed. And I've told you, you have no status here, Vincent! (I like his feistiness yo!)

Vincent: Soon enough, the French navy will find you. You will have to beg me for your life when they capture you. Laissez-moi, païen.

Reno: They can try yo, but never will! It will take them 'bout a month for them to get the news? We'll be far away, plus...I always get out yo! And no, I came back to check the maps again. *Walks over to his desk and flips though them.*

Vincent: I will personally guard your prison cell and make your life malheureux!

Reno: Yeah, yeah.. I'll just piss on ya then! *Finds one and quickly puts it on top, looking it over.* Yes, I think...after that we could make.. yes!

Vincent: *He sighs and closes his eyes from not having enough sleep.* Your voice is too loud...

Reno: Oh, so sorry! But it is my room, would you rather room with Cid, Loz and Barret? They have a free bed yo.

Vincent: No, they are even more disrespectful than you are.

Reno: I respect those who prove themselves and deserve it yo. I have ta go do some actually work today, you know what men do. I'll be back before sunset, have ta get something before the party. *Walks out and slams the door.*

Vincent: (Such rudeness...) *He places a pillow over his face to muffle the noise from the deck.*

Later that night, Reno and all the pirates celebrate Denzel's induction into pirate society. After the party begins, Reno leaves for a brief moment to check on Vincent, his sleeping hostage.

Reno: (Shoulda woke him up, Denzy was a little upset he wasn't there.. He loves everyone..) *Walks into the room and looks at the sleeping French man, becomes drawn to him.* (He's so... How can he be so beautiful?) *Softly touches Vincent's lower back.*

Vincent: *He shifts slightly in his sleep to rest his head against another pillow. He turns onto his back and his lips part slightly in his sleep.*

Reno: *Looks up and down Vincent's chest and abs, licking his lips at the sight before he runs his fingers down them.* (For someone who never did a days work, he nice and fit yo!)

Vincent: *He slowly opens his eyes at the feeling of being touched.* Wha...?

Reno: *Pulls back.* Hi there, sleepy head! Ya made Denzel upset yo, sleepin' thou his party! Thought ya were proper!

Vincent: I was pulled from freezing water just last night.

Reno: Yeah, so? I swim in that water all the time! Now get up, Rod saved ya a plate yo.*Pulls the blanket off Vincent.*

Vincent: *He ignores Reno and rolls onto his side.* (I thought it was clear I wanted to be left alone.)

Reno: Fine, don't eat! I'm gonna go back ta the party, Denzy keeps beggin' Cid for rum so I have ta stop before he gets some! See ya in a few hours yo! *Walks to the door, decides to torture Vincent an breaks wind before he runs out, laughing as he walks.*

Vincent: *He groans sharply and places another large pillow over his head, knowing that once Reno returns for the night, he won't be able to sleep in the hammock.*

A few hours later, Reno returns to his cabin to rest after a few hours of drinking and eating. He smiles when he sees Vincent still asleep on his bed.

Reno: *Stumbles a bit to the bed as he takes his clothes of and gets under a few of the blankets, moves closer to Vincent.*(I haven't shared my bed in awhile, I miss it yo.)

Vincent: *He awakens when he feels weight on the bed. He sees Reno in bed.* You smell of alcohol.

Reno: Yeah, it was a party yo! We all drank, but don't worry Rude's at the wheel and he barely drinks, we're safe! *Grins as he nuzzles into one of his pillows, pulling the blankets tighter around him.*

Vincent: *He quickly leaves the bed to lay in his hammock.* When do we reach the next port?

Reno: Bed not good enough now yo? Fine, more for me yo! *Spread out on his bed, taking it all.* Mm, it's nice and warm! Feels good on my ass! *Yawns as he spits at he candle, making it go out.* Tomorrow night if the wind is on our side, but you get ta stay here since you skipped out on work!

Vincent: I will not stay here. I need to replace my torn clothing. I won't escape, this is my only way home.

Reno: I gave ya a shirt. And i got ya pants, you don't need clothes! And you haven't earned leave yet!

Vincent: I have earned leave by being on this miserable boat.

Reno: One, it's not a boat; it's a Barque and it's the best one on the sea yo! And it's up tame if you can leave or not, if forced I can lock ya in the brig yo!

Vincent: Lock me up, then. *He crosses his arms across his chest while resting on the hammock.*

Reno: Hmm... not tonight, don't feel like movin'! Plus I'm naked and don' feel like gettin' dressed again! So just go ta sleep, pansy!

Vincent: The nerve... *He mumbles as he closes his eyes to fall asleep.*

Reno: My ship, can do what I want yo! *Pulls the blankets over his head, sniffing at the pillow and shudders at he scent he knows must be Vincent's.* (He smells good, I'll sleep perfect tonight yo!) *Falls asleep quickly.*

Late into the night, Vincent is disturbed again by movement in the cabin. He shifts in the hammock and finds an inebriated Reno use the bathroom by urinating out the cabin window near him.

Vincent: Do you not know how to properly use the bathroom?

Reno: Yep, but it to far and I'm to tired yo..Plus it all ends up out there anyway so I'm jus' thinkin' ahead! *Shakes his cock of before he closes the window, runs a hand though his hair as he gets back into bed.*

Vincent: You are too drunk to properly use the bathroom...

Reno: Nope, I'm normal yo! You're just lucky that's all I had ta do! *Chuckles drunkenly.*

Vincent: I never thought it could be worse than a normal heathen. Now I have to deal with a drunken heathen.

Reno: You're just lucky I wasn't so drunk I pissed on you! It's no fun ta wake up to yo, believe me! *Curls up under the blankets.*

Vincent: This is why I will leave the ship tomorrow night.

Reno: Whatever, go ta sleep.. Some of have work ta do, can't sit on our rich ass all day yo..*Yawns as he snuggles into his pillows.*

Vincent: More foul language... *He sighs sharply as he tries to fall back asleep.*

Reno: Mm..Fuck ya too, Vince... *Falls asleep to the sound of Vincent's breathing.*

The next morning as the sun rose, our Captain of the ship called the Turk woke up to his body releasing from dream he was having. Sits up when he is finished and looks around to find the man of his dream asleep across the room from him.

Reno: (Fuck, I haven't had a dream like that in forever yo! Man, these blankets are soaked! I need ta fuck soon!) *Sighs as he gets up from the bed and wipes off the seed still on him before he pulls on a pair of pants.*

Denzel: *He bangs on Reno's cabin door and runs inside to retrieve Reno and Vincent.* Ready for breakfast?

Reno: Yep! Thou pansy is still asleep, why don't ya wake him up yo! *Smiles brightly at Denzel as he pulls on his shirt, the beads and metal do-dads in his hair banging together from moving.* (I love the sound my hair makes!)

Denzel: *He runs over to where Vincent is sleeping and touches Vincent on the shoulder to wake him.* It's breakfast time!

Reno: Wake up, highness! The sun is up and so are you yo! Don't make me drag ya out there naked!

Vincent: *He slowly wakes up from Denzel touching his shoulder.* Hm? (It's the child...) *He rises for Denzel and follows him out of the cabin for breakfast.*

Reno: (At least he's nice to Denzel yo, but then again..Who can say no to him!) *Follows after them, smiling at the sight of Denzel chatting with Vincent.*

Denzel: Do you feel better today? You slept along time yesterday! You missed my party *Pouts slightly.*

Vincent: I apologies, Denzel. I was very tired.

Denzel: It's okay! I understand!! I slept for two days when I first got here! But Reno let me stay on his bed, it's REALLY soft! Have you been on it yet?

Vincent: I slept on his bed for awhile...

Denzel: I like it! He would let me stay with him in storms when I was a scared, but I'm not anymore! *Stands proud, nodding his head as if agreeing with himself.*'

Vincent: Oh? Did he take you from a cargo vessel like me?

Reno: Not scared huh? So that wasn't you who climbed in my bed last week yo? Shakin' and huggin' me? *Grins and laughs at Denzel's blush.* Denzel: Tthat was then!!!! I'm big now, Reno! *Pouts and sticks out his lower lip.* Big meanie!

Vincent: I was not speaking to you, Reno I was speaking to Denzel. Will you answer my question, Denzel?

Reno: And Denzel is my ward, I told ya yesterday, leave it alone, Vincent.. *Walks forward and takes Denzel up to see Rod, nursing his hangover.*

Denzel: (Why is Reno being like that? Does he think I can't handle it? I can! I know what happened and won't cry when I talk about it now! I'll just wait till he's gone to tell Mr. Vincent!) I liked talking to Vincent, why did you take me away?

Reno: He's bein' to nosy, he keeps stuff from us so we keep things from him! And..I don't want you ta get upset, Denzy.. It's still your day today as well, now go eat up!

Denzel: I know...but what has he kept from us? He's a good guy! He reminds me of my dad sometimes!

Vincent: *He moves closer to Reno and Denzel to listen to their conversation about himself. He sits down at the table.*

Reno: Just don't worry 'bout it, I'll deal with Vince and you have fun! Hey, I got an idea! How 'bout he help you with your chores today yo? You could be his boss! (I know you're listenin' to us, so much for high class!)

Denzel: I'm a part of the crew now, Reno! You don't have ta' keep everything from me now. *He grabs two breakfast rolls, one for him, and the other for Vincent.*

Reno: I know you are, squirt! But I haven't told anyone, not even Rude! It's a secret yo! *Makes his own plate, waiting for Denzel to finish before he walks to the table.* Rod slacked today, he should know better then ta try and out drink me! He pays for it! *Laughs as he sits down and begins to dig in.*

Denzel: You two were funny last night! I heard you singing when I went to bed, Tseng was growling cause you were keeping him up! *Giggles as he starts to eat, giving Vincent his share.* Here, I got you some Vincent!

Vincent: *He takes his share from Denzel and eats his breakfast roll.* (Reno keeps talking about me and acts like I can not hear him...)

Reno: He's just pissy cause he hasn't gotten laid! And took that vow not ta drink so he's no fun yo!

Vincent: *He quietly continues to eat his food.* (How can he speak like that in front of a child?)

Denzel: *Giggles loudly and reaches out for his glass, hisses in pain as his shirt sleeve moves up.* Ow..

Reno: Careful, Denzy! Take it slow the next few days yo. *Gets Denzel's glass for him.*

Vincent: (They branded him...What a horrible act!) *He stares at Denzel's wrist.*

Denzel: No, I'm fine! I can take it, I'm tough!! *Smiles brightly before he sees Vincent's staring at his wrist and pulls his shirt back down before he continues to eat.* (He won't understand! I know that look!)

Reno: I know you are, but even tough men need a break! I..Huh? *Turns when someone taps his shoulder and whispers to him.* Damn it, Um.. I'm sorry, Denzy but I have ta go on deck! You stay here with Vince and show him what ta do! *Ruffles Denzel's hair before he stands up and follows the crew member.*

Vincent: Now that he's gone, we can speak freely...

Denzel: Huh? We always can talk free, Vincent! He seems hard but Reno is really nice!

Vincent: He would not allow you to speak to me when I asked you where you came from...

Denzel: He was just trying to protect me! I..*Looks around and whispers to Vincent.* I used to cry alot when I would talk about it. He knows I don't like the crew to see me cry!

Vincent: I heard him. He does not want to tell me anything, and he thinks he can control me.

Denzel: He wants to protect us! He's always like that with new people till he knows he can trust them! And I heard them talking, you could really hurt us and put us in prison if you wanted... Please don't do that, Mr. Vincent!

Vincent: I would not hurt you. I most likely would take you in. Reno abducted me from my ship...

Denel: But I'm apart of the crew! I want the same they would get! It was a cargo ship, I'm sorry.. But we needed that stuff and you were in the sea! Now you're with me!

Vincent: How can you stand Reno?

Denzel: *Cocks his head at Vincent.* What do you mean? He's great!! He's the big brother I never had, I love being here with him!

Vincent: Do you have an education? Can you read or write?

Denzel: Yeah, I went to school at home and hated it! All the other kids made fun on me cause I was smaller than them.. *Pouts.* But I'm going to be big like my dad and tough like Reno!

Vincent: *He shakes his head, ashamed for Denzel.* You need to be in school...

Denzel: No, I don't! I'm fine, I was taken out of school anyway because I was smarter than the other kids so my dad taught me! And I get lessons here!

Vincent: A boat is not a place for a child... *He looks back when he sees Reno enter the mess hall.*

Denzel: I'm not a child! *Crosses his arms, glaring at Vincent.* And it's not a boat, it's a ship! Maybe YOU need to go to school!

Reno: Fuckin' Loz.. *Walks back in, wiping sweat off his forehead.* Denzel, Loz is in the brig.. Don't go there today yo. Stay with Sephy or Vincent or me, okay?

Vincent: (This child has no discipline.) *He leaves the mess hall as Reno enters to breathe in the fresh morning air.*

Denzel: Okay, but why? What did he do, Reno?

Reno: Don't worry! Not lets go after Vincent and tell him what his chores are today yo! *Grabs Denzel and follows after Vincent.* (I can't tell him..)

Vincent: *He sighs as he hears Reno and Denzel follow him.* (There is no privacy or decency here...)

Denzel: I think I made him mad at me.. I didn't mean too! I just don't like being called a child, I'm not! Now I lost a friend... *Looks down as they walk.* Reno: Hey, I'm sure he isn't yo! He's.. It's a big change stayin' on here yo, he's just moody and tryin' to get used to it!

Vincent: *He turns his head as Reno approaches him from behind. He bites his lip in restraint before he turns to face the sea again.*

Reno: Here, I'll give ya a very easy job today! Watch after Denzel, help him if he needs it but stay will him till we make port yo. Think you can do that for me?

Denzel: *Keeps looking at his feet, kicking at the deck.* (Something is going on...Maybe Vincent can tell me! If he'll even talk to me now...)

Vincent: I will watch him... Denzel...

Reno: Thanks yo! *Turns to Denzel and kneels down.* Hey, perk up! You're one of us now and you get to order Vince around yo! I'll check on ya when I can and Sephy agreed to take ya ashore tonight! So be good! *Ruffles Denzel's hair before he climbs up to the helm, shouting out orders.*

Denzel: I...I'm sorry I made you mad, Mr. Vincent.

Vincent: (He still has the heart to admit a mistake.) You are a good boy, Denzel...

Denzel: I try too! Now, I did inventory yesterday but wasn't able to finish.. Want to do it with me? It's kind of boring but you can sneak snacks! *Giggles and puts a finger up to his lips so Vincent knows it's a secret.*

Vincent: Show me what you do. It is better than working on deck. You are the one pirate with decency on this ship.

Denzel: Nu uh! You just haven't met everyone yet! Tseng is really nice, he's the one up there um..what was it called...Oh! Meditating on the bow! But we're going under, to the bottom level of the boat! *Takes Vincent's hand and starts to pull him below deck.*

Vincent: *He follows Denzel below deck to work on the inventory.* This...is all from my ship.

Denzel: Yeah, we were running low that why Reno did it. Just count what's in the boxes and write it down before you move it to the other side!

Vincent: I understand... *He begins to take inventory of the same articles that were on his own ship. He looks around and finds another room filled with food and alcohol.* What is this back here? You are not out of food...

Denzel: Huh? Oh no, we can't! We can't use that stuff! We're sending it out today when we get to port anyway, so leave it alone! Ohh! what's this? *Picks up a little gold metal on a ribbon.* I'm going to give this to Reno, it will look good in his hair!

Vincent: *He sighs sharply.* (That ribbon comes from my ship...) *He continues to take inventory, trying to ignore all of the expensive food items that formerly belonged to him and his estate.*

Denzel: *Pockets it and goes back to work, after an hour he stops and grabs an orange, peels it and walks over to Vincent.* Here, it's snack time! Share with me!

Vincent: (One of my oranges...) Thank you... *He sits down on top of a crate and shares the orange with Denzel.*

Denzel: Mm! I love oranges! And they help so you don't get sick, Reno makes sure we always have some! *Happily eats his half, his feet kicking against the crate. Hisses when some of the juice runs down his hand and to his brand.* Ow, ow ow!

Vincent: *He frowns when he hears Denzel in pain.* These oranges are from Spain. Have you been there before?

Denzel: Spain.. I..Yes, I think my dad took me there once when I was little but I only remember a man in red! And music! I love music! *Switches the orange over and smiles at Vincent, the pain going away.*

Vincent: Spain is beautiful. I have an estate there.

Denzel: Wow, really?! You must be really rich then! *Finishes his orange and licks the juices off his fingers, humming at he taste.* Yummy!

Vincent: I have many estates... Spain, France, and one in India...

Denzel: WOW!!! That's amazing! Oh, Reno gave me a gift from India! It's called a sitar! I keep it in my cabin, I've tried to play it but I'm not very good.. Reno says soon we'll go there and I can get lessons!

Vincent: I can play the sitar. I can show you how to play sometime.

Denzel: Really?! You can and you wwould?!?! Thank you , Mr. Vincent!!! *Jumps and hugs Vincent tightly, but makes a face of pain of his srist rubbing against Vincent's jacket.*

Vincent: Easy... *He looks up as he hears several sets of footsteps.* (What is going on?)

Denzel: It must be Reno! He said he was going to check on me! But... I don't hear his hair thingys..

Vincent: It sounds like more than one person... *He quickly finds a crate that contains swords from his ship. He picks out a broadsword and conceals it in his jacket.*

Denzel: Vincent? What are you doing? Put those back! No one here will hurt us, its probably just Reno and Rude! *Runs over to Vincent.*

Vincent: They were mine to begin with. *He adjusts his jacket to completely hide the blade.*

Denzel: Yeah, but only members of the crew are aloud to have weapons! I want Reno to trust you so you can stay with us! Please! *Looks begging at Vincent.*

Vincent: That is what I am worried about.

Denzel: Tthen.. hide them! Good, I want you to stay my friend, Vincent! *Hugs Vincent tightly, burring his face in Vincent's chest.*

Loz: Come on, they're down here.. I know he would want to keep the kid far from the brig.

Cid: And we can 'ave a piece of tha pretty boy I pulled from the sea the other night. Did ya' see 'im?

Loz: Yeah, the captain's been keepin' him to himself! Like he does with he just wants them for himself! But the boy's open game now!*Licks his lips as they sneak up, gripping tightly to his two knifes.*

Cid: *He smirks devilishly and kicks the door open to the storage compartment where both Denzel and Vincent are.* There they are!

Vincent: (I knew this was trouble.) *He reaches carefully inside his jacket and grips the hilt of his broadsword.*

Denzel: Cid! What is Loz doing out? He was suppose to be in the brig!

Loz: Got out, dumb ass captain thought he could stop me but he won't..Now you're mine boy.. *Looks at Denzel with lust as he walks towards him.*

Vincent: (Something is very wrong...) *He quickly draws his broadsword and quickly takes his stance in front of Denzel.*

Denzel: Lloz? Why aare you looking at me like that? Vvincent.. *Moves closer to Vincent, peeking out behind him.* (What's going on?!)

Loz: Look at this, Cid! The pussy thinks his can fight! *Laughs at Vincent.*

Cid: He can't even change the damn ropes! Tell me, pretty man, what makes ya' think you can use a sword right?

Vincent: *He takes a quick swipe at the two gnarly pirates, appearing to miss them, but smirks when locks of their hair fall to the floor without them noticing at first.* I do not want to fight, but you two came down here to start something.

Denzel: *Looks in shock up at Vincent.* (He's amazing!!!) Loz: Like you can do anything other then fucking cut hair, wonder if you're even have a cock.. Maybe we should check, Cid.... Then the boy, we can take turns with him... *Licks his lips as he throws a knife at Vincent, it slicing his side.*

Denzel: *Cries out for help at the sight of Vincent's blood.* Reno!!! Someone, help!! Please!!!!

Loz: No ones gonna help you.. You're mine!

Cid: Get 'im Loz! Vincent: *Despite the superficial wound, he manages to stab Loz in the chest before he reaches Denzel.* You will have to do more than that to phase a true swordsman

Loz: You bitch! *Goes to stab Vincent's arm but is stopped by a dagger being imbedded in his hand.*Ahhhhh! Fuckin' hell!

Reno: What the fuck is goin'on down here yo?! Speak now or the next one will kill... *Speaks coldly as he looks at them*

Vincent: *He points his bloody broadsword at Loz and Cid.* They attacked us.

Denzel: Rreno, you came!! Tthey they said I was there's aand they wanted me! Lloz hurt Vincent!*A few tears fall.*

Reno: *Growls as he walks up, grabbing rope off the walls.* Thanks Vince.. But I will take care of this yo, take Denzel to the cabin now.... *Ties Loz's hand together, before he does Cid's.*

Loz: We were just taking what was rightfully ours..You keepin' them to yourself you fucking, pansy! You're nothing and shouldn't be captain! Denzel: Ttake that back!!!!! Reno is a ggood captain!!!!

Vincent: Hush. *He quickly removes Denzel and takes him to Reno's cabin.*

Denzel: Bbut tthey're wrong! Rreno is great, hhe he's the best!! *Holds on tightly to Vincent, getting comfort from him.* I want Reno!

Vincent: (I hope Reno comes back soon. I need an explanation.) He will be back...

Denzel: *Sniffs, wiping his eyes off on his shirt.* Ssorry, I got you dirty.. *Looks down but still keeps a tight hold on Vincent.*

Vincent: It is only blood. I should remove my jacket. *He places his broadsword on Reno's bed before he removes his blood stained and torn jacket. His vest and white shirt become wet as the blood stain grows.*

Denzel: You're really hurt! Iit's..It's my fault! *Holds himself.* It's hhappening again, all my fault. I'll lose you too! *Tears come back.*

Vincent: Come now, stop crying. It looks worse because my shirt is white.

Denzel: *Shakes out of it and wipes his eyes again.* I'm n-not crying! Rreno has bandages by his bed.. *Walks over to the bed and climbs up on it, curling up and grabs a blanket.* Eww! This one is all dirty!

Vincent: (What would you expect?) *He carefully lays on Reno's bed next to Denzel and lifts his shirt so Denzel can treat him.*

Denzel: I'll get him some of the new ones! *Grabs the clean clothes and other healing thing and starts to work on Vincent.* I'll throw this one out! *His eyes grow at the sight.* Tthis is to big for me to heal, we need the surgeon!! Come on!

Vincent: (A heathen surgeon...I am looking forward to this...) *He carefully rises from Reno's bed and follows Denzel to the surgeon.*

Denzel: Zack is really nice and good! He's been teaching me how to clean wounds and stuff! *Walks to the where the surgeon is kept and hears loud voices.* Uh oh..Cloud's at it again...

Cloud: Zack...Zack! I hear something coming! *He pounds on the sides of Zack's cabin.* It's going to fuckin' kill us!

Zack: Cloud, calm down! We're safe, we're safe it's just the crew.. *Quickly grabs ahold of Cloud, holding him close.* I've got ya, you're safe now. Just listen to my voice and come back, breath with me.

Cloud: *He gasps as the door opens and holds on tight to Zack.* I smell...blood! *He stares at the tall man's wound.*

Vincent: (He belongs in an institution...I hope he's not the surgeon.) *He enters the Cabin and lifts his shirt to expose his wound.*

Denzel: Um..Sorry, Zack but Mr. Vincent is hurt and it's to big for me... *Looks sadly at Cloud.*

Zack: I see, I'll be right with you just..*Sighs as he holds Cloud tightly.* Let me get him to lay down, clean it and put pressure on it.. *Leads Cloud to the back.* It's okay, he's not going to hurt us and I'm going to make the blood go away, just lay down for me, baby...

Cloud: He's the Kraken! A...a sea serpant! I know it, Zack. Don't go back to him! *He eventually lays down and pulls a blanket over his body.*

Zack: I have the protector spell, remember? *Shows Cloud a necklace Cloud gave him years ago.* As long as I have this, the Kraken can't hurt me! Just go to sleep, you didn't get much sleep last night..

Cloud: *He whimpers as he tries to sleep.* Love you, Zack...

Zack: I love you too, Cloud.. (Come back to me, Cloud.. I miss you.) *Walks back to Denzel and his patient.* Sorry about that! He had a rough night.. Anyway, you must be the French man I keep hearing about! What happened here?

Vincent: I was stabbed by one of your fellow crew members...

Zack: Really?! Damn.. Looks like Loz's work..I hope that bastard dies a horrible death.. *Growls as he looks over Vincent's wound, grabbing to alcohol to clean it again.*

Denzel: He..He said he wanted me.. I was going to be his! Iit was scary! But Reno came just in time and saved us, bbut he looked really scary too!

Vincent: I would not have let him hurt you... *He groans and bites his lip as Zack disinfects his wound.*

Zack: Don't worry about him anymore, Denzel... And sorry, I know this hurt but has to be done! Unless you want the yellow pus to come.. (Reno was right, his accent is very sexy!)

Vincent: I have been stabbed before. This is nothing. *He relaxes as he feels the cool alcohol run over his wound.*

Zack: That's done..Hmm, you'll need a few stitches. *Walks over and grabs some thread, a needle and a bottle of rum.* Here, take a drink. There should be some left, I don't think Cloud drank it all last night..

Denzel: He looks like he's put on weight! *Tries to lighten up Zack with a smile.*

Vincent: *He stares at the rum bottle in question.* (Heathens and their drinks...It will be better than nothing.) *He takes the bottle and takes a few reluctant swigs.*

Zack: Good, now I'm going to start. *Starts to sew up Vincent's wounds.* He has! At least, ten more pounds! But now it's taken him a but more rum to calm him down. But I hope I can stop that soon.. He did ask for you the other day! He wanted to know where little starfish was. *Chuckles softly.*

Denzel: Really?! I'll come by tomorrow to spend time with him while you work! I like being with Cloud!

Vincent: *He groans loudly when Zack hits an area on his wound not yet numbed by the alcohol.* Soyez condamné!

Zack: Sorry.. *Keeps going, looks up when he hears a familiar jingling.* Hey there, Captain!

Reno: *Walks in.* Une bouche si fétide Vincent ! *Goes over to Denzel.* It's okay, they can't hurt you yo. Seph is watchin' over them till we get to port..

Denzel: Reno! You're okay! *Hugs Reno tightly.* I knew you would save us, thank you! And Zack is patching Vincent up, it was to big for me..

Reno: Of course I would, I knew you were with pansy man! *Grins, walks over to Zack.* I thought you would like to help me tonight with Loz and Cid.

Vincent: (I just saved Denzel from an attack, and he still disrespects me.) Est-ce que c'est comment vous me remboursez après l'économie Denzel ?

Reno: Pas maintenant Vincent. Je n'ai pas besoin de traiter plus de merde aujourd'hui. Je vous ai déjà remercié de elle ainsi laissez-la vont ! *Looks over at Vincent before he goes back to Zack.* Where is Blondie yo?

Zack: *Looks between Vincent and Reno before he answer.* In the back, just got him to lay down.. You can go see him if you want, you always seem to calm him.. (Even when I can't..And that hurts the most..)

Vincent: *He narrows his eyes at Reno before he looks towards the wall, wishing the surgeon would hurry so he can leave the room.*

Reno: I think I will yo! *Walks back to the bed and smile down at Cloud staring at the wall.* Hey Blondie!

Cloud: Jingles! *He turns to face Reno.* I heard...the sea serpent scream in tongues! He's coming!

Reno: I did to yo! I came down here ta help puppy slay it! Now just a man is left! He won't hurt us, he's harmless!

Cloud: You...sure? I still smell blood.

Reno: Yes, just a human like us! The blood is from it leavin' the man's body! You know Zack will always protect ya!

Cloud: I believe you... *He sighs and covers himself with his blanket again.*

Reno: Good! Now I'm gonna go take him and starfish to rest, why don't you. I'll tell Zack to join ya when he's done!

Cloud: That's fine. *He says from under his blanket.*

Reno: I'll see you tomorrow, okay? I'll bring ya your favorite treat yo! *Pats Cloud's shoulder before he walks back, seeing Zack finishing up.* I got him to believe we killed the Kraken and all that's left is a human!

Zack: Thanks sir.. I..Just thanks, Reno! *Pours alcohol over it again before he starts to clean up.* All done, come back tomorrow so I can check on it!

Vincent: *He quickly pulls his shirt down and nods to Zack before he leaves the surgeon's cabin.* (I did not have to save Denzel. What would you have done if I was not there?)

Reno: *Sighs and walks out with Denzel.* Denzy, I need ta talk to Vincent alone.. How 'bout you go help Tseng on deck, okay? Or Rod in the mess hall yo!

Denzel: Yes, Captain! *He smiles and runs off to the mess hall.*

Reno: (This is gonna be..Good thing I have tons of rum left yo!) Let go ta the cabin yo, we need ta talk..

Vincent: Yes, we do. *He follows Reno to his cabin and closes the door behind him. He stands across from Reno.*

Reno: *Sighs as he walks over to a dresser and pulls out a bottle of rum and takes a long drink.* Ahh, needed that yo.. *Sits down on his bed, his hair clings together.*

Vincent: Put the rum away. You need to speak to me sober. You have had much more than just that one drink.

Reno: I need it today yo, you would too! *Takes another drink before he lays back on the bed.* Fuck everything...

Vincent: I thought you wanted to say something important. *He turns around and heads for the door.*

Reno: They wanted to rape him and you.. That's why I locked Loz up, Barret told be he overheard him talkin' 'bout Denzy.. I shoulda locked Cid up too, damn it!

Vincent: Rape? Is that not typical of you pirates? Let them try...

Reno: *Growls.* Some yes, but no one I let on my crew yo! And never, ever a child!! No one hurts Denzel and gets away with it, Loz was already on the plank for what he did to Cloud but now nothing with save him.. *Looks with fire in his eyes.*

Vincent: First, and foremost, take your anger out on the right person. I did not have to save Denzel. In fact, if it were you, I would have left you to the lions.

Reno: Oh I will, believe me I will.. And if you would not save the life of a child then ya no better then the heather you claim I am! And don't worry, I can take care of myself..And I already told ya thank you for savin' him, he is a son ta me..

Vincent: There is no reason the disrespect me, even if you thanked me. If you are thankful, show it.

Reno: You disrespect me all the time yo! And what ya want, you already took weapon which you should not have but I guess I can let it pass since you used it ta protect Denzy..

Vincent: Take notice, Captain. I only disrespect you when it is called for. On the other hand, I have not disrespected Denzel or your surgeon because it was not needed.

Reno: If you ever did Denzel, then I would punish you and the same with Zack! He's gone though enough hell in his life he doesn't need anymore yo.. And know this, no one here will treat you like royalty, you will be treated like a normal man on my ship.

Vincent: I am sure...The surgeon told me you've been talking about me. You would not do that if I were a "normal man".

Reno: Course I would! I talk 'bout everyone! And his name is Zack, Z-A-C-K! You could at least call him by name yo.. (Oh shit! Did Zack tell him I thought his accent was sexy yo? Damn!)

Vincent: Zack...*He sighs and crosses his arms.* Are you going to tell me what was said, or is that a secret as well?

Reno: Same stuff you told me yo, I tell Zack everything, same with Rude. And that you think we're all heathens with no manners which Zack laughed at along with me yo! (Thank you Zack, You're gettin a raise for keepin' your mouth shut!)

Vincent: I do not have time for your games. *He uncrosses his arms.* I will be on deck because I need a little more fresh air. *He calmly leaves Reno's cabin.*

Reno: (Damn, he's so irratain' yo!!! But sexy as hell...And no one else would talk ta me like that.. Mm, I like him yo! He's fun!) *Gets yo and follows after Vincent.*

Vincent: (He's following me like a buzzing insect. What does he want now?) What?

Reno: Nothing, I need ta go to the deck too yo.. I have things to plan..And if ya must know I told them what you were yo and that you won't undress in front of anyone.

Vincent: Really? Tell me more. *He rests his hand gracefully on his right hip.*

Reno: Zack thought it was funny, but he's used ta Cloud runnin' round naked so it is to him and Rude understood. He doesn't get naked in front of people unless he's gonna do them! Hmm...Can't remember anything else, we were pretty drunk yo!

Vincent: (He is not telling me the whole truth...) You are not telling me everything, are you?

Reno: You'll just have ta find out yo! *Chuckles as he walks past Vincent, his hair cling. Takes a quick look at Vincent's ass as he walks by.* (Mmm, still so good lookin'!)

Vincent: (Reno is acting strange...almost coquettish.) *His analyzing glare follows Reno as he walks across the deck.*

Reno: *Goes over and pulls out a telescope and looks out.* We're almost there boys! Hour more till we make port, bring up the prisoners and Zack!

Tseng: Yes, Captain! *Walks off to do at Reno ordered.*

Vincent: (Finally...I will be able to get new clothes and a bath...) *He sighs to himself in relief.*

Reno: *Sighs as he watches his crew ready for the execution, pulls out his knife from his boot.* Knew I'd have ta kill today.. Thought it would be fish for dinner yo! *Sees Zack walk over, his Father's large sword strapped to his back.* Little bit of overkill, Zack.. *Chuckles.*

Zack: Not for me.. Let me have Loz, you can have Cid. *Stands next to Reno as he waits.*

Vincent: (They're going to execute those men. I want to see this...) *He turns his body towards the small, growing crowd.*

Reno: Fine by me, I know you've been itchin' too yo. Plus you haven't fought in awhile, we'll have ta spar soon! *Smiles softly at Zack before Cid and Loz are walked up, his face turning cold at the sight of them.*

Vincent: *He walks closer, drawn to the event about to take place. He walks just close enough to see the killings.* (I love public executions...)

Reno: Loz, Cid! For crimes against me and my crew you are sentence to death! May you rot in hell forever! *Turns to Zack.* You can go first yo!

Vincent: (Strange...does he see me as a crew member?) *He keeps watching, enthralled by the building suspense.*

Zack: My pleasure! *Takes his sword off his back and presses his forehead against the hilt before he walks up to Loz.* You blood isn't worth to touch my blade.. But for once, I will make let it taste unworthy blood! *Slashes at Loz, starting at his groin and up to his neck. Then quickly stabs him in the stomach, pushing it in deep and using the sword to pick Loz up and carries him to the edge, hold him over and smirks at the look of fear and pain in Loz's eyes before he jerks his sword back, letting him fall into the sea.*

Reno: Mm, very good Zack! I forgot how beautiful that sword was yo! Now my turn.. *Walks forward and cuts off Cid's pants, looks in disgust as he grabs Cid's cock and slices it off before he stuffs it in Cid's mouth. Takes the cannon ball and chains it to Cid before he throws him over. Looks down at the sea.* I need ta burn my hands now yo! *Smirks when he hears the crew cheer at their death.*

Vincent: (Interesting...) *He begins to walk away and enters Reno's cabin to have time to himself.*

Reno: *Nods to Zack, knowing he wants to get back to Cloud incase he wakes up. Looks around and sees Vincent walk off and follows after him.* Did the killin' make ya squeamish?

Vincent: Not at all. I enjoyed it. Public executions are beautiful things.

Reno: Really now? *Smiles, walking beside Vincent.* They are fun, but only if the people deserve it yo! Which they did! I feel bad for the buster thou!

Vincent: I prefer beheading. I have not seen castration in a while, it was refreshing.

Reno: Other then touchin' his nasty cock, it felt good yo! Wish I coulda done it to Loz but he was Zack's kill. *Walks into his cabin and start to take off his shirt, not wanting to be covered in Cid's blood.*

Vincent: *He sighs and turns to face the wall when Reno removes his shirt.* Did you follow me here to torment me?

Reno: No, I want ta get his blood off me! And this is my room yo! *Balls up his shirt and uses it to rub himself to get he blood off.* I'm keepin' my pants on, you can turn around.

Vincent: I will not turn around. *He keeps faced away from Reno.* ~Maybe Reno can be a little happy! He can take a good look at Vin's ass! and not just a glimpse!~

Reno: So weird! *Shakes his head as he turns around and takes a nice long look at Vincent's ass.* (God, I could look at it forever yo! Mm, it's makin' me hard! I need a fuck yo!) *Turns back around and grabs a new shirt to put on.*

Vincent: No, you are the strange one. *He keeps himself facing away from Reno.*

Reno: No, I'm normal yo! (I..I want to touch it, feel how firm it is yo!) *Keeps looking at Vincent's ass as he buttons up his shirt.*

Vincent: I will wait until you are done, see I am respecting you. *He shifts his weight to his left hip, causing his ass to move and show it's full tightness.*

Reno: Yeah, but I don't care 'bout this! It's just a chest yo! I don't even have tits! (Oh god! He's teasin' me yo!) I'm done!

Vincent: *He turns around once Reno says he's finished.* You said we will land soon, and to let you know, I will leave the ship tonight.

Reno: Hmm.. No, not tonight! You can tomorrow when the crew does. Only a few get to go the first night and I'm gonna let some people who've been on here longer than you go first yo! *Walks over to his desk, passing by Vincent and secretly look to take a look at Vincent's package.*

Vincent: Do you think I will run off? You have all of my belongings, and I would have no way to return home.

Reno: No, I don't think ya will. You know how Denzel feels for you and it would hurt him for you to run! But I'm already losin' a few crew member tonight for a few months and so only five are goin' on land the first night, you can tomorrow!

Vincent: Alright...Reno. (This is the perfect time to ask...) Do you consider me a part of your crew?

Reno: Hmm.. Not sure, if you were I would of had to whip ya a few times already yo! But the crew seems ta like ya so..I guess in a way I do, but still as my hostage as well! Or whatever you are yo!

Vincent: Will you make up your mind? *He crosses his arms.*

Reno: Not today! I've had way to much shit go on and the rest of today I'm gonna rest my mind yo! *Smirks and starts to play with some of the beads in his hair.*

Vincent: You remind me of a coquette, you dance around straight forward answers and play with your hair. *He heads for the door, not able to stand much more of Reno's games.* I will go out tonight.

Reno: No you will not, I will lock you in here if I have ta! You are a member of my crew and you must follow me or be punished.. *Walks forword and grabs Vincent to stop him.*

Vincent: You won't be able to stop me, now let go. *He jerks his shoulder free of Reno's grasp.*

Reno: No, stop actin' like a baby and sit down! We still have a bit and every know you're not ta leave and will stop you from gettin' of this boat!

Vincent: (I will just wait until he falls asleep tonight.) *He drowns out Reno's protests and holds his tongue.*

Reno: And even if I'm asleep, the night crew won't let you go yo! They'll knock you out if needed.

Vincent: They'll be too drunk to do anything to me. *He lays back on Reno's bed.*

Reno: No, they won't yo! *Looks at Vincent up and down but then quickly turns.* (Damn it, I need a whore yo! Tseng goin' on land, I'll have him send on back! I can't stand seein' Vin teasin' like this!) I'll be right back yo, don't leave the room! *Walks out the door and closes it behind him before he goes off to find Tseng.*

Vincent: "Don't leave the room." You can not hold me to that... *He quickly rises from Reno's bed and leaves the cabin for the deck. He startles when he hears screaming and sees the blond man who stays with Zack run full force towards him in the buff.* (It's the one who belongs in an institution!) *He quickly slams the door to Reno's cabin to retreat.*

Cloud: It's here! It's here! Wwe're gonna die!! *Goes to the cabin door and starts to pound on it.* The Kraken's here! It ate Jingles! Jingles's blood everywhere! Kraken ate Jingles!!!!

Vincent: And you are crazy! Fou, aliéné!

Cloud: NOooooo! Ddon't kill me, pplease! no! Zzack, Zackkkkkkk! Iit's here! Zack, wwhy did you leeave! *Falls to the floor, pulling his hair as he lets out heart breaking sobs.* Nno, no Zack no leave..Nnot crazy.. Zack!!!!! Sscared, Zzackkk!!

Zack: Cloud?! Cloud!!! *Hears his love's sobs and runs to him, falls to the floor as he holds him tight.* What are you doing?! I said to hold on, I was cleaning up then I'd take you to pee! Oh shit, don't scare me like that, Cloud!

Cloud: You're not gone? *He hugs Zack tight.* But...it ate Jingles, and I thought it got you...

Zack: *Sighs as he holds Cloud tighter, tears burning his eyes.* No, I'm here! I'm never going to leave you, Cloud and jingles is find, I saw him! And Remember? Jingles and I killed it, we're safe now..It can never get us.. (I hate seeing him like this..) Never go anywhere without me, Cloud! Never!

Cloud: I saw it myself. Don't cry, Zack. I love you, make love, Zack. I will make Zack feel better. *He holds Zack lovingly.*

Zack: He's okay, baby.. Jingles is alive and kicking! *Holds Cloud tighter as he kisses his forehead.* I love you, it scares me when you go off baby..Don't leave me.. *Looks at Cloud in a bit of shock before he smiles softly at Cloud.* You.. want to make love, Cloud? (He..he hasn't asked for that in six months...It's getting better! Or getting close to a period when he's back... Please Cloud, come back!)

Cloud: *He nods slowly.* Please, Zack? I miss love, take me back to your bed. *He plays with the folds in Zack's shirt.*

Zack: Anything you want, baby.. I've missed it too, we'll stay in the bed all night.. *Smiles at Cloud with a seductive smile as he stands up, picking Cloud up as he does.* (I see you baby, you're getting close keep fighting..) *Heads back to his room.*

Cloud: Zack... *He smiles as Zack carries him back to the cabin.* You...you have become stronger. *He nuzzles Zack's neck.* Take me, Zack...

Zack: For you.. Mm, I will but I want this to last.. God, I've missed you so much. *Lays Cloud down carefully on the bed before he quickly takes his pants off, eyeing Cloud's body with lust as he crawls on top of him and lovingly kisses Cloud.*

Cloud: Mm, I love you, love kisses. *His stomach flutters as Zack covers him with kisses.* Zack, don't leave the cabin tonight!

Zack: Mm, never I'm never leaving it.. I have all I need right here! *Runs his hands all over Cloud's body, remembering the places that would make Cloud go wild as he keeps kissing and nipping Cloud.*

Cloud: No...here, Zack! *He helps Zack's hand find a sensitive, erogenous zone just under his naval. His body blushes slightly and his cock begins to harden as he slowly becomes aroused.*

Zack: Mm.. You like me touching you here, Cloudy? So soft, especially this part! *Reaches down to stroke Cloud's slowly harden cock as he kisses down to Cloud's neck and starts to suck hard on his neck as his other hand move to play with one of Cloud's nipples.*

Reno: Zack, Cloud are you guys okay yo? I heard.. ooh! *Smirks in he doorway.* I see your better then okay!

Zack: *Strokes Cloud faster as he moves to suck on Cloud's earlobe, gives Reno a thumbs up with his other hand.*

Reno: Alright, you two have fun yo! *Chuckles as he closes the door behind him and heads back up to the deck.* (God, now I really need ta fuck! Hell yeah, she's here!) *Smirks as he walks up to the only women on deck.* Follow me yo!

The woman's flirtatious voice calls out to Reno as she follows him. "Don't you want to know my name, Captain?"

Reno: Of course, what is it darlin'? (Not really, your just a fuck yo! *Wraps an arm around her shoulders as he leads her down.*

Kayli: It's Kayli. *She smiles and exposes her neck and the curves of her breasts.*

Reno: Mm, you're not shy at all Kayli..Just what like yo! *Leans down to kiss her neck as they walk, his blood already pumping. Cups one of her firm breasts.*

Kayli: *She adjusts her corset to enhance her breasts, making them almost fall out of her red dress.* A lot of men like my breasts...

Reno: Can see why but me.. *Moves up and licking his way up her neck as a hand moves to grope her ass.* I'm more of an ass man yo.. (And you're is nothing compared to Vinny's but it will do!)

Kayli: *She blushes as they enter Reno's cabin and throws herself onto his bed. She notices another tall, handsome man in the room.* Captain, is he going to join us? *She eyes the man with lust.*

Vincent: (She's a prostitute! Reno brought a prostitute to the same room I will sleep? No matter, she is a woman, and I must be respectful.) Excuse me, miss... *He begins to leave the room, but is blocked by Reno.*

Reno: If he wants yo! *Walks past Vincent and goes to the bed, crawling on top of her.* why, does that make you wet? Bein' fuck by two men yo?

Kayli: Aw, look at him, you're making him blush and he's going to leave! I want to be alone with him, he's very uptight, and that needs to be fixed... *She smiles at the tall French man she lusts after.* Vincent: Ma dame, I have a beautiful wife in France...I have to refuse your offer.

Reno: *Freezes for a few minutes, his mind trying to catch up with all he's heard.* (He..he has a wife? A beautiful one yo? I..I never have a chance with him yo..

Kayli: But you're not in France.. And I bet it's been months since you've felt a women touch, it can make a man go crazy..

Vincent: It could be worse, ma dame, but I love my wife.

Kayli: That is sweet, but how do you know she is faithful to you? And she'll never have to know.. *Gets out from under Reno and walks over to Vincent, her breasts close to falling out.*

Reno: *Stands up, a low growls rumbles from his chest.* Get out of my cabin and off my ship now...

Vincent: Ma dame, it would be best...if you left the cabin. I apologies.

Kayli: *She scoffs at Reno.* You owe me for my time! *She walks out of the cabin, wildly shaking her hips as she walks onto the deck and off of the ship.*

Reno: Like hell, go back ta givin' it away for free yo! *Growls as he walks over and grabs a bottle of rum and downs half of it.* (Not that I can blame her... I would rather sleep with Vincent.. But hey, I'm not bad yo! I'm damn sexy!.....Not that it matters, he has a 'beautiful' wife!)

Vincent: Why are you fond of loose women like her?

Reno: I'm fond of anything when I need a fuck.. And they don't want a commitment yo....Tseng picked a bad one this time, makes me miss Elena! *Takes another drink.*

Vincent: The feeling only lasts for the moment. Are you saying you wouldn't want a lasting, unconditional love?

Reno: I have a few who feel for me and I them yo. But I haven't found that one yet yo.. (God, will he stop fuckin' teasin' me?!) *Sets his rum down before he goes to the door.* I'll be back tonight, need ta goon deck.. *Opens the door and mumbles.* Shit, I need a fuck...

Vincent: The feeling only lasts for the moment. Are you saying you woudn't want a lasting, unconditional love?

Reno: I have a few who feel for me and I them yo. But I haven't found that one yet yo.. (God, will he stop fuckin' teasin' me?!) *Sets his rum down before he goes tot he door.* I'll be back tonight, need ta goon deck.. *Opens the door and mumbles.* Shit, I need a fuck...

Vincent: (He said he would be back tonight...When I know he is gone, I will go to port.) *He listens and waits until he knows Reno is far enough away to not notice him escaping. He looks around Reno's cabin and he finds about ten gold coins to pay for new clothing. He hides the gold coins in his sleeve before he leaves the cabin and sneaks off of Reno's ship.*

Reno: *Walks to his first mate's cabin and knocks once before he enters, leans against the door and whistles.* Mm, love ya without a shirt yo!

Rude: I thought Tseng brought a whore for ya'. *He winks at Reno.*

Reno: Did, but dumb wrench wanted pansy man and not me yo! I sent her packin'! *Walks over the Rude and climbs into his small bed, Rude's large frame taking up all of it.*

Rude: Oh, I see! *He chuckles.* Is pansy man makin' you jealous?

Reno: No! I have nothing to be jealous of yo! *Moves to straddled Rude, his hair clings with the movement.* I...I want him yo.. I want ta fuck that ass and have him fuck me till I can't think!

Rude: What's stopping you? You don't have trouble telling everyone else you want 'im. Sooner or later, he's gonna find out from the crew. *He presses his fingers against Reno's chest.*

Reno: Hey, I've only told you and Zack yo! And... he has a wife yo... Plus he's so.. uggg! He wouldn't even look at me when I had my shirt off! *Arches a bit, starts to take his shirt off slowly.*

Rude: You gotta' understand where he's coming from. He's trying to show ya' he's givin' you your space.

Reno: I don't want space yo! I want touchin'.. *Runs his fingers over Rude's chest.* rockin'.. *Starts to slowly rock his hips against Rude, leans down.* Kissin yo... *Not able to take it anymore he passionately kisses Rude.*

Rude: Mm, you taste good, as always... *He spanks Reno's ass hard.* If you really like 'im, give 'im some time...

Reno: Mmm! Fuck, just like that yo! *Moans at the spank, pushing his ass back against Rude's hand.* Ffine, I will just please, fuck meh yo! *Grinds harder against Rude, kissing him again as his hands start to rub Rude's nipples to hardness.*

Rude: *He smirks and squeezes Reno's ass.* I love it when I make my Captain beg... *He smirks and begins to tease Reno's entrance with his fingers.*

Reno: Ohh..Yyou're lucky your so good at this yo.. Mmm..Or you may get punished fer talkin' like that! *Moans softly ashe clenches against Rude's fingers, trying to get them in.*

Rude: What can I say? It turns me on, baby. *He smirks with lust and leans forward to kiss Reno passionately.*

Reno: Mmm!* *Kisses back fericly, moves his hands down to undo Rude's pants, pulling out his large cock.* Shit, I've missed this yo.. Make me feel ya for days, Rude!

~That's the first chapter! We hope you love it!~

Je suis désolé. Je ne vous comprends pas. Laissez-moi partir ! (I am sorry. I do not understand you. Let leave to me!)

Une bouche si dégoûtante... (You're mouth is disgusting!)

Bonne chose je ne suis pas l'illierate huh (Good thing I am not l' illierate huh?

Je suis Vincent Valentine, duc de la France. (I am Vincent Valentine, duke of France.)

Dégoût (Disgusting)

Vous avez une bouche fétide... (You have a filthy mouth…)

Vous êtes un bâtard. (You are bastard.)

laissez-moi (leave me)

Laissez-moi, païen. (Leave me, heathen)

malheureux (misurable)

Soyez condamné! (Damn it!)

Une bouche si fétide Vincent ! (Fuch a foul mouth, Vincent!)

Est-ce que c'est comment vous me remboursez après l'économie Denzel ? (This is how you respect me after I save Denzel?)

Pas maintenant Vincent. Je n'ai pas besoin de traiter plus de merde aujourd'hui. Je vous ai déjà remercié de elle ainsi laissez-la vont ! (Not now Vincent. I do not have time to deal with shit to' today. I already thanked you for it thus leave it! )

Fou, aliéné! (Crazy! Insane!)