Author's Note: This is my very first story and I do appreciate your reviews. Enjoy reading!
DISCLAIMER: I do not own The Adventures of Sinbad. The story I write here comes from my own imagination.
It's been a while since the Nomad crew last encountered an adventurous journey. Sinbad, also known as the master of seven seas, has successfully established a trust-worthy reputation for himself as well as for the crew. Eventually, any businessmen would wish to conduct business with Sinbad, mostly about delivering cargoes. Their business actually went quite well these recent months. Thank goodness, Sinbad was able to keep up with his cargo deliveries without falling into any sort of adventures. Sailing continuously from ports to ports, the crew has been able to make good money. Everyone seemed to be in their great mood and could take some time off between voyages. Today wasn't exceptional. After delivering wine to the city's caliph of Baraz, Sinbad decided to spend a night here before returning to Baghdad the next day. Obviously, Doubar was the one to be excited the most. He couldn't wait to take some relaxing time at a local tavern. Fine ale, pretty barmaids, and delicious food have been calling him since the moment he stepped foot on port. Without telling his brother, Doubar dragged Rongar and Firouz to the tavern and started to enjoy themselves. Why on earth would the Moor and the inventor protest? So, that left Sinbad alone with Dermott and Bryn who wished nothing else than checking out the market.
"Go ahead and join the guys," happily said Bryn. "I'll be fine going with Dermott. You deserve some rest, captain."
"It's quite noisy there. I'd rather take a walk around after a while being at sea," was the captain's simple reply.
With that being said, they headed together towards the market. If Sinbad was to be honest with himself, he'd like to spend some time alone with Bryn, a lovely brunette young woman whom he cared a great deal about. It's been almost five years since their first encounter on the Cayman's island. Over time and the adventures they have been through, Sinbad and Bryn found themselves growing closer to one another, both physically and mentally. They both grew the habits of watching each other's back during the battles. With the bond they share through the rainbow bracelets, they most likely could sense the other person's feeling and thoughts. It made them feel more relaxed and comfortable in each other's presence. The longer time they had together, the more each of them realized they have fallen in love with the other person. At first, they were both afraid to admit their true feelings because of the fear that the other person wouldn't feel the same way. However, Sinbad was brave enough to finally decide one day that he would be completely open to Bryn about his heart. The entire crew, especially their young witch, was overjoyed to see their captain allowing love to lead his way. Sinbad could never forget the moment Bryn replied that she had her heart, her mind, and her soul only for the sea-blue-eyed captain. From that moment, they were more attached to each other and more frequently seen to be together. However, they didn't always get to be in their private little world. On busy days at sea, he'd be too occupied by his captain duties, while Bryn was to help other crew members with their jobs. At night, Sinbad attempted to seek Bryn to make up their lost time. Sometimes he succeeded, sometimes he didn't, for Bryn might have felt exhausted after a long day and Sinbad didn't want to disturb her from getting a well-deserved sleep. That's why taking every precious moment to be alone with Bryn was all what Sinbad wanted to. Browsing the market might not seem to interest him that much, but who cared? The most important thing was to have Bryn by his side at this very moment and he wouldn't ask for anything else.
"So, what are you planning to buy?" Sinbad asked.
"Oh no, not at all," replied Bryn. "I was just thinking of what to get for you guys this Yuletide. It's coming very soon. I'm afraid I might not have a chance to buy anything nice, so I'd like to scheme around and get some ideas."
Not so surprised at her words, Sinbad always knew how caring Bryn was for others. From the first time they met until now, Bryn occasionally proved herself to be living for her people's good. Even just a little detail would not pass her attention. She had the ability to see what was on somebody's mind and how to help them get their wishes granted. It always amazed Sinbad how she could do it. So when she said she'd start shopping for gifts, he started picturing how great this Yuletide would be and totally looked forward to it.
"Well, if you say so my lady," he bowed at her and offered his hand. "May I have the honor to accompany you? Perhaps, it could get me some prizes from you in the end."
Bryn could not hold back from his funny expression. She let out a loud laughter as if she had never freely laughed before. His voice was so warm which lifted up her spirit. And he was willing to go through any difficulties just to win her happiness. Taking his hand in hers, they walked around the market and examined numerous items that the town people had to offer. From the finest fabric to the simplest tools, they did not pass any small thing. However, they did not attempt to make any purchases. This tour was just to give Bryn an idea of what she should buy and if she could afford to. Once they reached Baghdad, Bryn would probably take another browse to make up her mind.
So the entire time Sinbad and Bryn just walked together. Along the way, they talked about their time at sea, how great it was to get rest frequently, and especially about how they would like to spend their Yuletide together. It excited them both as the season was approaching. There were many things to get ready for such as gifts, decorations, and most likely one place to settle down and to enjoy the seasoning. Probably none of their crew members wanted to spend the holiday at sea, so they had to come up with a specific port where everyone would be satisfied. Getting so involved in into the topic, neither of them noticed those two eyes that have been watching them since the beginning. The eyes of hopes, containing sense of trust and yearning, have been on both sailors. *Not so long till you can no longer smile sailors.* They seemed oblivious of their watcher and had no idea of what was to happen soon. But one thing was for sure: this peaceful moment of Sinbad and Bryn was going to be their last beautiful piece of memory. This moment was just the beginning of a long journey ahead which no one could imagine to encounter. Their future held both the up's and down's which tied closely to their fates.