An adventure to remember

Disclaimer: I do not own Tintin or any of the characters (except my OC). They all belong to Hergé.

Tintin x OC

Rating: K

Notice: This story wont follow the movie version to 100% accuracy.

Summary: Follow Amanda Byrnes as she somehow ends up joining Tintin in his quest to solve the mysteries regarding the old ship called The Unicorn. With the help of an overly drunk captain, will our heroes live through the day and solve the puzzle?

Chapter 1

It was an early morning when Amanda Byrnes arrived at her new home in Brussels. Her new home was located at Labrador Street. It was one of the more quiet areas in Brussels according to the driver who had helped her with the move. The fog was still present at random areas along the street but that didn't stop Amanda and her moving aid to move her belongings into the new apartment.

'I hope you'll like it here at your new home miss.' The driver said after all the boxes and furniture had been moved into the apartment.

'I sure hope so.' Amanda said while paying the driver for the help and rent of his truck. 'Have a safe journey back. And tell my parents that it all went well with the move.' Amanda says as the driver enters the truck.

'I will.' The driver yells as he drives off.

As soon as Amanda enters her new apartment she starts to unpack her belongings. Luckily she had help with the heavier furnishing. Because of that it was easier for her to unpack most of the boxes and put different objects in their designated place. As soon as Amanda felt satisfied with what she had done so far she left to go look for a job. Although she knew that her savings would keep her out of trouble Amanda still wanted to find a job to make sure she stayed out of trouble.

To Amandas great luck a nearby bookstore was currently looking for a new employee. Thanking the owner for the opportunity Amanda left after they had worked out a good schedule. Amanda would be working between eight in the morning to three in the afternoon every weekday and every second weekend she would be working Saturdays.

And with that settled her routine started. Before she knew it she had lived by herself for almost a half a year. Since Amanda had the day off from work she decided to visit the local market area to see if there was anything of interest. Walking around the crowded area she saw booksellers, fruit and food stands and people selling furniture and other small objects.

Amanda was passing through a stand with mirrors when a small white terrier came running and stopped before hitting Amanda. Bending down Amanda started to pet the dog and scratch it behind the ears. Feeling happy the dog laid down making it possible to Amanda to scratch the belly.

'Aren't you a sweet little dog?' Amanda said. 'Where's your owner?' Amanda asked the dog but the little fellow seemed too occupied feeling good from the scratch.

'Snowy where are you.' Amanda heard someone yell and the little terrier seem to have heard it too. Soon after Amanda saw a young man, not much older than herself bend down to pat the dog. 'Where did you run off to? Chasing cats again were you?' The young man said.

Before Amanda could introduce herself something had caught the young man interests. Looking in the direction Amanda saw a pretty model of a ship. Being interested in boats as well she too walked towards the model to have a better look.

'Look at it Snowy. Tripled mastered, double deck, fifty guns. Isn't she a beauty?' The man said.

'That's a rare specimen.' The seller said. 'It comes from an old sea captain estate

'The Unicorn' the young man said looking at the bow.

'The Unicorn a man-of-war sailing ship that is. 16th century. Used by Charles I.' the seller said.

'17th century and Charles II' the young man corrected.

'You won't find another one of those. It's only two quid but I'll take the highest bid between the two of you.' The seller said.

That caused the man to look in Amandas direction.

'Oh, don't worry about me. I was just curious about looking at the ship. If you want to buy it, it's all yours.' Amanda said.

'In that case I'll give you a pound for it.' The man said.

'Deal!' the seller said and started to take the boat out of the glass case.

'That truly is a beautiful ship. I'm Amanda by the way.' Amanda said and introduced herself.

'I'm Tintin and you're right. Are you sure that you didn't want to buy it?' Tintin asked.

'No it's fine.' Amanda said. 'I might have an interest in boats but I would much more prefe…'

'Hey kid, how much for the boat.' A middle aged man in a blue suit asked while interrupting Amanda mid-sentence.

'I'm sorry but it's not for sale.' Tintin said to the man.

'Tell me what you paid and I'll give you the double.' The man said.

'Thanks but it's not for sale.' Tintin said again.

'Look here kid I'm trying to help you and your friend out. You might not know this but you are about to walk into a whole mess of danger.' The man said while looking first at Tintin and then at Amanda believing they were friends.

'What kind of danger?' Tintin asked.

'I'm just warning you. Get rid of the boat while there's still a chance. These people don't play nice.' The man said before walking away.

'What people?' Tintin said.

'I have no idea.' Amanda said.

'Wonderful.' Another man said making Tintin turn around and Amanda jump to the side. 'It's simply wonderful. Don't bother to wrap it up I'll take it as it is. Does anyone object if I pay by check?' The man said.

'If you want to buy it you'll have to talk to the kid and his friend.' The seller said and Amanda could see that he started to get irritated.

'Then I'll have them tell me their prise.' The man said.

At this the seller sat down looking devastated that he missed an opportunity that was now happening.

'I've already explained it to the other gentleman.' Tintin said.

'An American it was with oily hair and no socks.' The seller said.

'It's not for sale.' Tintin said while Amanda kept herself back, not wanting to get too involved in whatever was happening.

'Then let me appeal to your better nature.' The man said. 'I've just acquired the estate of Marlinspike and as you know this ship was once part of the estate.'

'Of the late sea captain.' Tintin interrupted the man.

'That family fell apart and lost everything. We are talking about several generations of hard drinking and irrational behaviour.' The man said but before he could say anything else Amanda decided to interrupt.

'Like my friend here told you. The boat is not for sale. Have a good day sir.' Amanda said while dragging Tintin away.

'Those two what's their names?' The man asked the seller.

'Almost everyone knows the boy, that's Tintin. Who the girl is I have no idea. Think her name started with an A or something.' the seller said.