Captain Hook bowed near Cecilia and sat near her. A sudden frown replaced his smile. ''I saw tears in your eyes earlier. I was near the stage,'' he said. Captain Hook viewed tears appearing in Cecilia's eyes again. A concerned expression formed on his face.
Captain Hook embraced Cecilia and kissed her. ''I'll get you out of here. I'll take you to my ship,'' he said. He saw wide eyes. Captain Hook heard Cecilia while she sobbed. His smile came back.
''The knife thrower won't harm me,'' Captain Hook said. He kissed her again. ''You will be safe.''
After focusing on Cecilia's hairless head and long teeth, Captain Hook began to sob. Many tears streamed down his face. ''Cecilia, I'm sorr…'' His eyes widened the minute Cecilia kissed his wet face.
''I'll protect you this time,'' Captain Hook said. He smiled again. Captain Hook continued to embrace Cecilia. He viewed her closing her eyes. Captain Hook released her. His smile remained as she rested her head on his arm. He fell asleep with her.
Hours later, Captain Hook opened his eyes. He viewed Cecilia as the latter still slumbered. *You'll be safe.* Captain Hook stood. He lifted Cecilia and carried her. He ran out of the tent.
*I never forgot about my hat. There are other hats. There is one Cecilia.*