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Chapter 21

I stormed back up to the bridge, angered beyond belief. At the beginning, I felt that being engaged to Thomas Andrews couldn’t be too horrific, but once again, I was wrong. Totally wrong. I walked past a very surprised Lights, who was now back from the party, and he just gave a confused look in my direction.

“Thomas, again?”

“Yes, he knows Lights. He knows!” I exclaimed, running over and hugging him.

“It’s okay, we’ll help you out. Thomas won’t get his hands on you, ever again.”

“That could be just a little hard.”

“Why in the world would it be hard?”

“I’m his fiancée, of course it’s going to be hard!”

“Well, you aren’t going to marry him anytime soon, are you?” Lights asked.

“Good point. No, we’re supposed to get married when we dock back in New York.” I sighed.

“Well, there’s still time. Why don’t you get changed, and rest for awhile. I’ll stay out here.”

“Are you sure, Lights?” I asked, immediately feeling guilty.

“As sure as I’ll ever be! Now, go!”

I nodded in thanks to him, and went back in my cabin to change.

James’ POV

I kicked my dresser as I went back into my cabin. That bastard! I thought, as I sank down at my desk. I took out a few sheets of paper, and wrote to my brother.

John-

I have never felt so happy in my life. The best things are around me, The sea, this ship, and a woman whom I love with my whole heart and soul. Yes, I’m sure you are saying ‘Aw, James found a companion….finally’, but this one is different. I think this actually has potential to go far. I’m sure you are wondering who she is, what she looks like, and all that. I will tell you the most surprising thing first. She is the Chief Officer, of this wonderful, beautiful ship. I know, you think: ‘How can a woman become a Chief Officer?!’. To tell you the truth, I have no idea either. It shows how strong she truly is. She is the most beautiful woman you’ll ever see. When we dock in New York, I’ll bring her to see you, as I think the two of you would get along famously! She has a quick wit, and has an excellent sense of humor. She is kind, smart, and she takes everyone as a friend, even though they may not be. She would be the first to give up a seat out if it was a death matter, even for one of her enemies. It just shows what kind of person she really is. I look forward to seeing you again, and best wishes!

-James

I sealed the letter in an envelope, and sighed, as I had no clue what to do next.

Kristen’s POV

Disobeying Lights, I went back out to the bridge after I was back into my uniform. It was dark, yet my eyes had been trained to see well in that light. I was looking out at the black waters of the Atlantic, when I saw two figures. One lugging a tub, the other helping him carry it. Fleet and Lee. I thought. I rolled my eyes, and followed them. I was just about to climb the letter to the Crow’s Nest, when I saw a familiar person. I looked closer, and I recognized Kady.

“Kady?” I asked, walking towards her.

“Kristen?” she asked back.

“Hi! It’s so good to see you!” I exclaimed happily.

“You as well! How’s being an Officer going?”

“Fine. The usual, I guess.” I shrugged.

“Me too.”

“aren’t you supposed to be down at the party?” I asked, surprised that she wasn’t.

“Supposed to be, but that doesn’t mean anything.” she laughed.

“No, it certainly doesn’t.” I replied. Then I sensed something. It was too quiet up in the Crow’s Nest. I looked back, to see either fleet or Lee with a bomb up in his hand. He threw it, and I yanked Kady out of the way just in time, as a few seconds later, a water bomb slammed where she once stood.

“What was that?!”

“Fleet and Lee’s signature. Water bombs. They throw them at any helpless passenger who is talking to an Officer.” I rolled my eyes. She just laughed.

“I have never heard of such a thing!”

“They use sea water as well. The only way I could stop them would be to throw them both overboard.”

“Why don’t you do it then?” Kady asked.

“I wish I could, but I like my job a lot.”

“Oh, yes, that’s true. I must go though. They will all be looking for me.”

“Bye, it was good to see you!”

“You as well!” she replied walking away. After she was gone, I glanced up at the Crow’s Nest. Those two had better watch themselves. I thought.