The Black Sail Of The Storm Hawks (Pirate AU)

Chapter Seven - Collective Madness

After making port on the pirate haven of Atmosia, Aerrow led the Storm Hawks to the tavern. As most of the men drank and celebrated, Aerrow gathered Piper, Finn, Junko and Stork to a table.

Finn: So what now Captain? We live out the rest of our lives in merrymaking?

As Finn says this, he eyes a bar keep handing out drinks to the Pirates. Aerrow lets out a hearty chuckle.

Aerrow: We have much bigger things to attend to Mr. Kenway.

Junko: What kind of things?

Aerrow: What if I told you all that we could be the richest pirates in the Seven Seas?

Upon hearing that, most of the others became interested with the exception of Stork who knew exactly what he was talking about.

Piper: What are you proposing?

Aerrow: Captain Arygyn's treasure.

Finn: You mean the Pirate Lord? That's a bold statement Edwards.

Junko: I thought it was just a legend.

Aerrow: So did I at first until I came across a Cyclonian Talon who was looking for it on behalf of Admiral Cyclonis herself.

Piper: What could she want with a pirate's treasure?

Aerrow: I traveled to Cyclonia under the pretense of friendship. When I didn't get exactly what I needed, I staged a little visit to her mansion along with Stork and Radarr here.

Finn: So that's why you were in the slave ship!

Stork: Aerrow's plan wasn't exactly a good one.

Aerrow: But I got what I needed. Show em mate.

Radarr then pulls out Arygyn's journal from his pouch and placed it on the table. At first glance, the journal seemed nothing special.

Stork: So you went through all that trouble just for a book?

Aerrow: Not just any book mate! This right here is Captain Arygyn's personal journal. But more importantly, our map to the treasure!

Upon hearing this, everyone became even more interested. While everyone had their own motives and agendas, it became clear that this could help them in some soft of way.

Aerrow: So what do you say? Will you join me in this endeavor? Will you sail under my black flag?

Soon enough, everyone accepted.

Aerrow: This little....piece will stay between the six of us. Rest assured, you'll all get your cut when we find it. But in the meantime, I'll need to assign you duties for the ship! After all, the Captain can't control the ship alone.

Stork: Considering I've operated this ship, it seems only fair that I should continue sailing the Condor under your watchful eye Captain. Even if it's a doomed endeavor.

Aerrow chuckled at the hermit's words. He then turned his attention to Junko.

Aerrow: Mr. St. Pierre? What position do you fancy on the Condor?

Junko: I will happily be the Condor's Boatswain if you would have me!

Aerrow: Aye my friend. I'd feel better to have a man like you keeping all the Condor's affairs in order. I have no doubt that you'll whip the Condor into proper shape!

Finn: What about me Captain? I think we both know I'm a dead eye shot with a rifle. Perhaps First Mate would be fitting for man of my skill!

Aerrow smiles as Radarr whispers in his ear. After that, Aerrow chuckled.

Aerrow: Perhaps not First Mate, but how about the Condor's Gunner? If you can handle a rifle, then it would a reasonable assumption that you would know the workings of a cannon.

Finn: I worked onboard a Frigate in the King's Navy. The pay was shit and the food was worse, but at least the weaponry was decent enough.

Aerrow then turned his attention to Piper.

Aerrow: What of you Ms Escuela?

Piper: I will be your Quartermaster. Nothing more, nothing less. I trust that won't be a problem Captain?

The brash young Irish captain was impressed by Piper's bold approach. This caught the attention to the others as well.

Aerrow: Then we're of the same mind!

As all of Aerrow's top crew members were assigned their roles, Aerrow raised his cup of rum.

Aerrow: Then may our endeavors leave us richer! May we all relish in our collective madness! To the Storm Hawks!

They all soon took a sip from their cups. Afterwards, Finn spots the same pretty girl from before.

Finn: My my mate! Perhaps it's time to have me some fun! Come Junko! Perhaps she'll have a friend for you!

Junko and Finn then left the table to participate in the merrymaking. Stork and Radarr soon joined, leaving Aerrow alone with Piper.

Piper: I trust you haven't forgotten our arrangement?

Aerrow: I haven't forgotten Ms Escuela. As we search for Captain Arygyn's treasure, we'll be on the lookout for the Colonel. If the Cyclonian Armada is seeking the treasure as well, then it's only a matter of time before we run into the Colonel.

Piper: Be sure that you do.

Aerrow: Might I ask of your vendetta against the Colonel?

Upon hearing that question, Piper simply glared at Aerrow.

Piper: That is none of your concern Captain. Just know that when we find the Colonel, he's mine. Understand?

Aerrow: Loud and clear. But let us not focus on the past. Let us focus on our future endeavors! Enjoy the celebration!

As Piper and Aerrow got up from their chairs, Piper noticed Aerrow walking away from the celebration.

Piper: Where are you going Captain?

Aerrow: To meet with the other captains. It won't be long.

Aerrow then proceeded to leave the tavern and made his way to where the other pirate captains were meeting in.