Fallen souls [Eustass X Reader]

Chapter 29:FROSTFIRE TUNDRA

I landed softly on the end of the dock and returned back into my usual look. I was welcomed by the freezing cold and my skin immediately forms goosebumps.

"Buurrrr i-its c-c-cold!"

I should've known all I had on currently was a shirt and some shorts. I grab my arms and looked around the dock. Snow covered the wooden dock like a heavy blanket, my feet melted the soft powder i stood on as I started my way down the dock. The only boats at the docks were the three regular fishing ship plus the large Marine Vessel that belonged to our division. I walked over the the large blue ship and placed my hand on the hull.

"Things have changed significantly since I was last here. Nightingale, whens the last time you've been out on the open seas? I'm sorry to say your sister Lotus won't be back in port anytime soon."

"Hold it! Move and we'll fill you with lead!"

I could hear multiply foot steps crunching in the dense snow and I could sense their gun sights set on me. I slowly rasied my hands in the air and didn't make any sudden movements.

"Who are you and how did you get on this island? Answer correctly and we'll have no problems."

I slowly turned around to look at everyone while I calmly replied to the question.

*"like a featherbed
is the snow, promising us
death’s sleep will be soft."*

*Kid's Pov*

The island that the eternal pose directed to was now in sight. I was well below freezing and the night wind didn't help much. I took in the sight of the huge mountain range covered in white snow.

'Of course this is where she lives.'

I buttoned up part of my coat to warm myself as I stood at the Bow of the ship. I was replaying what had happened earlier over and over again, still coming to the same conclusion. I kept telling myself that my actions were appropriate. I stared at the island wondering how this was going to play out.

'Would she stay- or leave.'

"Are you still cranky?"

Killer walked up from behind and took a spot next to me. I glared at him before returning my gaze to the island.

"You do understand that just cause she's a crewmate doesn't make her the same as the rest. She was also a captain trying to convince her she isn't in charge is going to be a lot more difficult then you thought hmm?"

"That's got nothing to do with it."

"Then why- what happened to cause you to snap at her like that-"

"RESPECT! Killer I can't lose my crew's respect and I won't let her run this ship!"

"When has that ever been an issue with you? You scare the crew shit less on a daily basis!"

"Until she got her!"

"Do you realize how ridiculous you sound. Where did you make up all this insanity."

"I heard it- last night, a bunch of the men were drinking last night and I overheard their conversation. They truly believe she has me wrapped her finger!"

"So you're upset over some petty gossip?"

"They think I'm weaker now that she's here! That since she's arrived I've let her do whatever she wanted and she even picked the heading for MY ship!"

"Kid you're being a bit dramatic. Don't forget she gave you an option she didn't tell you where to go. Truthfully I think she mellows you out- and that's what truly scares you."