piratejournal | [voice]

[it was disheartening she didn't know, but it sounded like she at least had some sort of idea. And no, a reaction to the water didn't make sense...but at least he hadn't reacted to the freshwater she'd given him for the pills. He'd be fine if he could just get to some freshwater sometime soon, then]

[he stood up slowly, perhaps feeling even worse than before, but at least his itchy skin was a little more moist. He was more concerned about her, and what she'd been through the last couple of weeks. Seeing this little incident with the water probably wasn't helping]

Are you okay?

Okay? You're asking if I'm okay?!

*Faye looked outraged at the thought. Now that he was standing and not so obviously in pain it was easier for her to get her feelings out. And there were a lot of them*

You DIED, Thash. You were killed. Then you're supposed to come back, but no... Stay away for nearly weeks, leaving me all depressed and guilty and hating everything! Do you have any idea how much I drank when you were gone? Then you come back and pull this stunt with the poisoned water and finally you ask me if I'm OKAY?!

Well, I'm not. I'm not okay one bit.

*She'd been getting gradually closer as she ranted, until eventually she was nearly standing on his toes and prodding her finger hard into his chest*

[of course most of that stuff wasn't his fault. But he didn't feel the need to say that because he knew she knew it. She just needed to express herself]

I know you've been through a lot, baby...and I'm sorry. It may not have seemed as king to me but I still missed you and wasn't happy about it...[he looked down a bit, then took her pointing hand in his hand]

Will you let me make it up to you? We are right next to an island that's great for relaxing...I think you could use some pampering.

*When he held her hand in his, Faye instantly fell against him, resting her head against his chest as she held herself close. Her shoulders shook as she began to cry, a steady stream but silent*

I just...don't want you to leave me. Not ever. I couldn't stand it.

[he felt her sadness seep into him and he sighed. He thought about what it would have been like if they were reversed and he'd spent two weeks without her, wondering if he'd ever see her again. It made him tear up a bit and he hugged her, holding her tightly close]

I don't want to leave you...ever

Then don't. We have to do everything we can to stay together. Whatever happens.

*Faye looked up at him again, her expression fiercely determined rather than upset. She blinked, aware that her mascara was probably smudged, but not caring*

Right?

Yes. Absolutely right.

[a conversation came to mind that he'd had with Marco...Marco had done sort of big plans for this world. He wasn't sure what, but it sounded like he was going to try to take people where they wanted to go if this world ended. Of course, Thash had asked to stay with Faye, wherever she went. It didn't matter where]

And now I've really got it in for Jones, keeping me away from you for so long...he's going to pay

Good.

*Faye managed a tight little smile, then stepped back from him slightly, her hands still touching his arms*

Come on. You need food, and rest. Otherwise you're going to be too tired to kiss me...

Yeah...and water that's not gonna burn me...that fresh water seemed okay

[he was starting to wonder if that, too, was jones' doing]

*Faye led the way downstairs. With her back to Thash she allowed her expression to relax, because she was really worried, chewing her lip as she thought it over*

Maybe...you caught something from - or maybe it's some kind of after effect.

*In the galley, Faye went straight away to getting a jug of fresh water, and putting together a tray full of fish, meats, bread, cheese, and she put it in front of him, doing her best not to look anxious*

[he hadn't expected her to go through the trouble of getting all that but smiled warmly]

Thanks, sweetheart...you're eating too right?

[he dug right in, realizing how hungry and thirsty he was]

*Faye smiled brightly when he called her sweetheart, but before she got teary eyed again she turned round swiftly to fetch herself some food*

Eating is a good idea... I haven't done much of that lately...

*She sighed as she made herself a plate of bread etc, and brought over more for Thash*

Just in case you need it.

Thanks...[he smiled in gratitude and continued to inhale the food and whatever water was available. It was a good thing they were near an island to restock fresh water because he might just drink all of it]

[but despite his apparent focus on nourishing himself, he was watching her...just appreciating being with her again]

*Faye just picked at her food here and there, but soon got up more of an appetite, working through a decent meal. Eventually she got up to make some time, glancing back at Thash frequently as if to make sure he was still there*

Feeling any better...?

Yeah, definitely. Skin is still dry and itchy, but at least I'm not starving it wasting away from a lack of drinking water anymore...

[he looked at her more seriously]

How about you? Feeling any better?

*Faye sat down with the tea things and stirred a spoon round her cup. She managed to give him a small smile, her foot reaching out to him under the table*

A bit. I just - this isn't really how I imagined it would be when you got back. It feels weirder than I expected.

I know...and I'm sorry I'm in such crappy condition or I'd be massaging you myself right now...but I think after a short stay on the island I'll be better.

[he looked down at his hand, at how dry the skin still looked. Being part shark had it's disadvantages at times]

We could find you a pool. Would that help? It'd be water but not sea water...

*Faye stared down at her tea, hands clasping a little too tightly around the cup*

Are you going to be okay...?

Yeah, I'll be okay. If I go a long time, like a month or so without sea water specifically I'll start to feel malnourished...but going without submerging in any water for a few days is what makes my skin like this. Swimming in fresh water will make it normal again... Hopefully we'll figure out what's going on between me and sea water within a month.

Oh, I'll have figured it out by then. Like I said, it seems like an allergic reaction...but I'll have to look into it somewhere. Meantime, when we get to the island, at least there will be other pools you can use...

*Faye sipped her tea then cleared her throat, glancing up at him in concern, but clearly trying to lighten the mood a little*

I wouldn't mind soaking in a pool with you for a while...

Yeah, that sounds great...and I'd love it if you'd join me [he finished eating the rest of his food and downing yet another bottle of water]

I'm impressed you guys were able to sail to
me with just the three of you...the ship must be a pain to handle with three

Barely. And to be honest, I don't really know how it worked. I did nothing...

*She shrugged as she picked up her tea and finished it off*

We're probably going to have to join another crew as it is...

Id be all for it. There's strength in numbers. But something tells me Grell won't accept a deal unless she's the top captain, heh...

[he stood up] you wanna head to the island now?

*Faye looked at him carefully, eyeing him over for any sign that he wasn't well or that he was unhappy*

Now? Are you sure? Shouldn't you rest?

I feel cruddy, but... It's really uncomfortable to be this dry. And I'm real itchy...I'm not sure id be able to sleep. I slept a lot on that island too, cuz there wasn't much else to do...I think I'll feel better after a dip in a pool.

[and besides physical discomfort, he was also sort of mentally bothered by the whole experience, but he didn't intend to trouble her by talking about it]

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