Stranded (Brett Eldredge )

(1) Well Deserved Vacation

I rose early and fixed my hair in a high pony tail and slipped on a casual pair of cut off shorts with a sleeveless tank. The usual , white chocolate cappuccino , was already brewed and awaited my arrival. I sipped tenderly , scrolling through today's news on Facebook and twitter. Finding nothing exciting or worth sharing , I finished my drink and gathered my luggage. Making sure everything was packed I left the apartment. Locking the deadbolt tight.

"Have a good trip Meghan" The desk clerk had told me as I exited the doors. Flagging down a taxi , the blue sky turned a dullish grey. I frowned hoping my trip wouldn't be delayed.

I sat eagerly in the back seat. I had waited on a vacation for almost a year and was relieved when the chief  finally approved it. The taxi pulled into the port rather earlier than I predicted. Giving the driver a ten , telling him to keep the change. Then I walked the port with luggage in hand looking for the Emerald Green.

Once spotted I climbed aboard and a plump man with ash colored hair with a matted beard greeted me.

"Good day to ya mam" he greeted while rolling up a thick strand of rope.

"The names Cody Crews" he said and shook my hand. I smiled and allowed him to show me were i'd be staying.

It was small with blue curtains and a full size bed by the wall. I set my suitcase down and headed back on deck. Taking in the scenery, I sighed. So many months with straight working, this was what I had been waiting for.

"Well mam, it seems we have a late passenger " I frowned.

"Cody, I booked a single ship cruise " I told him and he nodded.

"I know , but ya see he's got the money to change people's minds" I huffed. I wasn't letting a stuck up rich boy ruin my plans.

We sat waiting for Mr. Richly. Finally a limo pulled up and a tall casual dressed man came strolling up the walk. With him was a guitar and behind him was a cart full of luggage. He shook hands with Cody and took a seat on the lounge chairs while the men stored his belongings.

After they left we began our journey. I sat opposite to Mr. Richly, he took out his phone and snapped a selfie.

" This view is perfect " he said and I rolled my eyes.

"So you must know me right ?" he asked tucking his phone back in his pocket.

"Actually I don't know you "

"Sure you do , I'm Brett Eldredge" I scratched my chin .

"Meghan; nope can't recall you " I said looking off into nothing but ocean.

"Well this might spark something " he picked up his guitar and strummed a few cords.

" Standing here , watching you . Turning every head in this crowded room. lights down low , dancing slow.... ohh if fallings how you feel and perfect is what you see , then i'll be what you mean to me" he finished and smiled.

"Well Brett that was good, but I don't know you" I said and got up from my seat looking for dinner.

Leaving him to himself ; I thought about his slightly scruffed chin. His voice was amazing and even through his t-shirt the muscles could be seen. Okay, enough thoughts. I searched around the two bedroom ship , with its one Captain headquarters and dining hall with a local chef to prepare food.I finally found dinner still steamy , and it smelled heavenly.

Piling my plate with lobster, chicken , broccoli and cheese aside with pouring a glass of red wine . I laid my plate down and went to eat, but was interrupted.

"Mind if I join ya?" I nodded and ate a spoonful of the lobster. He piled his plate and sat down.

"So, what do you do for a living ?" so much for a happy , quite meal.

" I'm a surgeon " I replied and poked the broccoli , suddenly losing my appetite.

"So you enjoy slicing people open, that's cool" he said eating around his plate.

"Where are you from?"

"Chicago Illinois , you ?" I asked and he coughed.

"Paris Illinois , how about that not too far apart   " he wiped his mouth with a napkin . Then we discussed a few more topics  till Cody entered the room.

"We might be delayed " he huffed ," its began to rain and the storms coming fast"

"That's okay Cody , just be safe " Brett was relaxed in his chair.

"Well, it's been nice chatting  with you ,but I'm going to turn in" I said and he got up as well and helped me clean the table.

"Goodnight ...."

" goodnight Brett " I turned and walked to my room.

Digging through my clothes I put on my white button up blouse and green cotton shorts also paired with my black Victoria secret bra set. Letting my hair down I slipped into bed.

Waves , violent wind, dark..... All met me when I woke. The storm Cody predicted had arrived at full force. I casually strolled to my small port window and saw dark almost black waves crashing against it. The boat lurched from side to side throwing me to the floor.

Minutes later my door flew open and a soaked Brett and Cody came in. They looked rather rattled and exhausted.

"Are ya okay mam?" Cody asked as he evaluated my arms and head.

"I'm okay, is the storm over yet?"

" Over , it hasn't even started !" Brett said as Cody sighed glumly.

" hate to admit it , but the lads right we got a big one coming and we need all hands on deck"

"Alright then " I walked to my suitcase and grabbed my jacket and a pair of sandals.

"I'm ready to go" I said as I followed them out.

The winds wiped my hair around my face as the water splashed over the sides covering my feet. We walked to the sails were Brett held the ropes tight. Cody returned to watching the wheel.

The rain poured so hard I could barely see in front of me. I tried to see my way to the upper deck when a wave knocked me to the ground.

"Meghan !" I heard Brett yell as another wave washed my body across the deck. Banging my head on something then my vision blurred.

"Brett the storms a settlin just watch her and keep them ropes steady" 

I struggled to stay awake as my  head throbbed. The rain still poured as it hit my face.  I groaned as the ship lurched causing another object to smash my head. Closing my eyes I let sleep take me over.