Seth, Raven remembered that name now. She also recalled his blonde hair and green eyes, as well as his knack for causing trouble. He was reminiscent from her past, from her days of living on the streets. He too had been an orphan, a most unpleasant one.
It seemed he truly had not changed at all.
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Raven scowled as the pirate's lips rested upon hers, causing her to snap out of her dazed state. As soon as her senses came back she raised up her hand and reached for Seth's vulnerable ear and yanked on it roughly. The man immediately released her from his kiss and embrace with a howl. Raven took that opportunity to push him away a little more and smooth out the wrinkles in her dress.
"Ooooowww! That hurt woman!" He hissed, rubbing away the soreness.
"A proper gentleman should never force himself upon an unsuspecting lady! Right, dear Sethy?" She growled back, using his old nickname.
The pirate blushed with sudden embarrassment.
"Do not use that name! Else I might accidentally reveal yours to someone!" He threatened.
Raven frowned, trying to think of a new plan before this situation turned against her favor.
"What is your game here Seth? Explain yourself to me this instant." She demanded.
"It's exactly as I already said: I want to keep you all to myself! You certainly have grown quite pretty you know, a stark improvement to your younger days." He teased.
Raven rolled her eyes.
"Well you haven't changed a bit! Still a child really."
He chuckled and shrugged.
"Better get used to it darling. I'm your only hope out here."
Her face flushed with frustration and anger.
"But why? Your crew will find out about me eventually, and then what? Are you just going to let me die once you have had your fun?" She hissed.
Seth's eyes suddenly grew angry and in an instant he closed the distance between them, backing her up to the wall once more. She stayed still as he reached out for her chin gently.
"No my dear, I would never let that happen. You are far too pretty to let go..." He whispered, looking a bit lost in thought.
Raven just shook her head with disbelief. This man, was he absolutely mad?
"Did you...know that was me back on the ship? Is that why you took me instead of Linda?" She asked quietly.
Seth's eyes met hers briefly, a dark and playful look reflecting in them.
"Good question love. But aye, I am afraid I must take my leave of you. I am needed elsewhere for now."
Then he turned and left, leaving her there free of her cage and without any answers. He was simply gone, vanishing in an instant.
Just like before...
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The Pirate's Game (Updating)
Historical Fiction"Of course I know you are not the true Governor's daughter. Do you take me for a fool as the rest?" He chuckled darkly. Raven stared at him in the dim glow of the lamp, contemplating her dwindling options. "So, you plan to expose me to the Captain t...
