Chapter 1
Caribbean sea 1630
The sun was setting on the beautiful sea. Kai looked at his crew working to get
the ship inside the harbor. He let Marcos, his right-hand-man give the orders.
He trusted the man with his life. He knew the island was little but they needed
some rest and distraction. Tomorrow they would head to Port Royal with their
goods. Tonight they would probably go to the local tavern to get a drink or two.
He knew very well most of his men would also go see the ladies and he didn't
mind. He wanted them focused on their work and sometimes men had needs.
The ship was now safely tied along the pontoon. The men looked at him
waiting for his decision.
Kai : he smiled You can go have some fun, folks.
His words were welcomed with joy.
Later on
They were in a tavern. The place was already crowded but since they didn't
want any room to sleep but just a few tables to drink the crew was accepted.
Not all of them were here because some went to find other pleasures. Kai
hoped they would be back on the ship by morning. They didn't want to miss
the tide. He was sipping on his beer when he heard noises. Screams to be more
wasn't looking for trouble but if someone needed his help he was
always here. He got up. A few seconds later, a couple of men went in the main
room. They were pulling with them a slave woman. That wasn't easy because
she was screaming and kicking. Her green eyes were furious and she looked
like an angry cat. They got her outside and left. Kai was seriously intrigued. He
went to talk to a woman working in the tavern.
Woman : She stabbed the master.
Kai : Badly ?
She gestured towards the kitchen. He took a look. A man was sitting on a stool
while holding his belly. A small amount of blood was visible. He would live.
Kai : Where did they take her ?
Woman : Probably in jail.
Kai : And where is that ?
She explained him how to go.
Kai : Thanks he gave her some money
She nodded and walked away. He left the tavern and went to the jail.
Guard : Where do you think you're going, sir ?
Kai : I need to see a prisoner.
Guard : It's too late. Come back tomorrow.
Kai : How about now ? a golden coin appeared in his hand
The guard took it and let him in.
Man : What are you doing here ?
Kai : A slave was brought here earlier.
Man : None of your business.
Kai : I wish to know what will happen to her.
Man : She tried to kill someone. She'll be hung tomorrow morning.
Kai : What if I buy her freedom ?
Man : How much ?
Kai : he grabbed five golden coins Is this enough ?
Man : he took the coins This way.
Kai : A few minutes alone before you free her.
The man shrugged and sat back on his stool. Kai went in the indicated direction.
The young slave was alone in a cell.
Kai : Did they hurt you ?
?: What do you want ?
Kai : Well, you could answer my question.
?: I'm fine.
Kai : Why did you stab him ?
?: That pig tried to rape me. Slave or no slave, my body is not his.
Kai : He'll live.
?: I should have aimed lower then.
Kai : I'm Malachai but you can call me Kai.
?: Bonnie.
Kai : Well Bonnie, I have a ship and I'm asking you to be in my crew.
Bonnie : Why would I do that ?
Kai : I don't know. Maybe you don't want to die.
Bonnie : I don't know.
Kai : Bye then he pretended to walk away
Bonnie : Wait ! I...I accept.
He smiled and whistled. The man came and opened the cell. They left.
Bonnie : Out of curiosity, how much did you buy me ?
Kai : Five golden coins.
Bonnie : she snickered So less.
Kai : he shrugged It was enough for them.
