Funny story; so I was watching some Disney MEP's on Youtube and I came across one that had Kale in it. I couldn't remember his name but I remembered he was from Sinbad, one of my favorite movies as a kid. Then I started watching more MEP's with Kale in it and suddenly I became obsessed with the movie all over again. And let me just say that Kale is an awesome character who needs a lot more love. This world needs more Kale! (I kind of laughed when typing this cause out of context it sounds like I'm talking about the vegetable) Also, I think I'm starting a Youtube channel because of this. So, here it is after 14 years, Kale gets an OC! Shout out to Kale! (Send help cause I'm obsessed)
Chapter One
I sat down at the table while keeping my head down. Even though I had been in this bar a hundred times, I still had to keep a low profile. The regular waitress came up to me, "What will you have, dear?" I'm pretty sure she already knew, but I always gave her the same answer. "Water please." I pulled a couple of silver coins out of my pouch and gave them to her. She walked away and that's when the whispering began. I couldn't exactly hear everything, but I got the gist of it when I heard 'girl' and 'hood'. I was the only one in the bar wearing a cloak, and the only reason why I did was for my own precaution. I heard footsteps coming my way and I reached down onto my belt and clutched onto my dagger. Suddenly a man sat down in front of me with a smirk on his face. "Don't be alarmed, I just want to talk." I still gripped my blade handle with caution. I slowly looked up at his face. He seemed young, had a short beard, and long hair. "Hi, from under there. Listen, I heard that you may have something intriguing that you're hiding." Shit. I slowly began to pull out my dagger while remaining in full eye contact with him. Judging by the way he dressed and presented himself, this guy was a pirate. "Depends on what it is," I replied to him. He leaned more forward and whispered, "You have some information about the Chest of Trinity." I relaxed a little but still kept my guard up. "What about it?" I asked. The waitress came back and placed my water in front of me. "Can I get you anything, sir?" She asked. "No thanks." She nodded her head and walked away. "I happen to be looking for it and could use some guidance." Oh great, here we go. "So, this is a classic treasure hunt? Finders keepers, right?" I asked. He seemed a little surprised of my forwardness. "Yeah, basically." I sat up a little and took a sip of my water.
"Listen, you aren't the first pirate to come looking for me and wanting to know a thing or two. So, what exactly do you know about the legend?" I asked him curiously. Everyone before really didn't have a clue but they sure did know that treasure was involved. "Well, the Chest of Trinity is the lost treasure from the three heroes who stopped a potential war. The knight, the pirate, and the witch. Each of them had their own problems and came together. Before they died they had placed their most precious belongings in a secret location. Whoever is able to find it and open it is worthy enough to keep it." I had to say, I was slightly impressed. He obviously knew more but was just wanting to know what I knew and leave. "Very good, now you never mentioned of who you were," I asked while taking another sip from my water. "Sinbad." I nearly choked and quickly put down my water. About a year ago, this guy practically saved the world. And here he is trying to find some treasure. I stuck out my hand and shook his. "I've heard of you, so much for seeking guidance," I said in a joking matter. Once I let go I then shrugged. "Alright, what did he tell you?" I asked him. "Who?" He asked suddenly confused. "Who was the one who told you about me?" I already knew who it was. "Oh I forgot the fellow's name but he was nice." I raised an eyebrow at him. "Fernando is anything but, he also likes to talk and stick his nose in other people's business," I said to him.
"I mean, I'm here aren't I? And hey I want to know what exactly you're keeping from me." He was right. This entire time I had him talking and he doesn't even know a thing about me or what I have. Who knows, maybe this is the right one to help me find it. I might even have an adventure and get out of this dump of a town and be alive rather than just survive. I then nodded my head. "Fair enough, but under two conditions." He sighed heavily. "You want it that bad, you follow my rules," I said sternly. "The first one is that I am going with you. You try to get rid of me, you won't be able to open the chest." He nodded his head. "Alright, and let me guess, you want a part of the treasure?" I held my hand up immediately. "I'm after one particular item, you can have the rest of whatever resides in it," I replied. "What is it that you want?" He asked now curious. "You'll have to wait, now, is it a deal?" I stuck my hand out one more time. "Don't shake, unless you keep your word." He then took my hand and gave it a good firm shake. "I know you have trust issues constantly surrounding you, but stick to the pirate's code and everything will go smoothly," I told him honestly. I let go and looked around for a bit. With one hand I pulled out the map that I had kept on me for over a decade. I then showed him the famous engraving on the back of it. I had my knife steady underneath the table just in case he became tricky. I then slightly opened it to show him their famous signatures at the top.
His eyes went completely wide. I quickly slipped it back into its secret pocket. "He never said anything about a map…." He confessed to me. I smirked. "It's because he never knew about it." I then finished the last of my water as he continued to look at me amazed. Someone else then came walking towards us. I gripped my knife again and was prepared to jump up. "Sinbad, what are you doing?" I heard a feminine voice say. I relaxed a little and loosened my grip. "Marina, you are not going to believe what I'm about to tell you." He said as he jumped up and wrapped an arm around her. When I saw her, my eyes widened. Shit. "What is it?" She asked still confused. "We're going on an adventure!" I gritted my teeth in angst and looked around carefully. People were beginning to stare, and not the good kind. Why is he this obnoxiously loud? I might as well have a glowing red arrow pointed at me. "We're also getting help from…." He then looked down at me. They both did. She obviously didn't recognize me which took some weight off my shoulders. "I never quite got your name." He said slowly. "Salma," I replied. "Cool, well thanks to Salma here, we're going to be having the time of our lives….again." She smirked slightly and shook her head. "I apologize for his behavior, Salma." She said to me sweetly. It seems like she hasn't changed a bit. "I hope he didn't scare you. And Sinbad keep your voice down." She said the last part with a lower voice. "You want to get her in trouble? Can't you see she isn't comfortable with you shouting her business." I sighed and placed my dagger back in its holder. At least somebody understood.
I stood up and straightened myself. "Follow me," I said to them both. I needed to get out of here before someone else begins to socialize with me. I walked towards the exit as they followed. Once we were out, I faced both of them and pushed back my hood a little. "Listen, you can't be telling the whole town. People will come looking for me and that means I'll have to get lost. We have to leave as soon as possible." Sinbad then raised his hands up. "Woah what? We just got here. Can't we just wait here for a couple of more days? At least till we can gather some supplies?" I looked around anxiously and suddenly two large men that were staring at us in the bar appeared before us. "I'm afraid it's not that simple," I confessed as I grabbed onto my dagger. They both seemed to catch my drift because they both looked at each other. "Tomorrow morning at 6:00 o'clock. I'll meet you at the docks. If I don't show up, you need to leave without me and forget everything." I whispered to them. The two men walked away, but I knew my troubles weren't over yet. "Alright. We'll see you then." Sinbad said to me before turning around. "Good luck," Marina said last and followed him. I quickly turned around and walked home to start packing.