Don't you all just LOVE me~ I decided to make it up to you all by giving you both chapter 6 and 7. I may even be nice enough to give you chapter 8~ This is all thanks to my editor, she has been able to make up for her laziness by checking all 3 chapters that I sent her! Enjoy Chapter 7!
~MysteryNightSky
Every now and then, I would glance back to check if Chase and Luke were following. After going through the docks, which I considered a maze, I finally reached my boat. It was sleek black, with gold engravings on both the tip and the sides. The side engravings read: Floral Island Royal Ship. It was in fancy writing. I picked it myself. On the tip of the boat, there was an intricate design. I also picked it. I smiled proudly at my boat.
"I picked out the designs myself!" I exclaimed.
Both Chase and Luke were quiet, too busy staring at my boat to listen. I looked to see if the plank was out. Sadly it wasn't. I sighed and trudged to the other side of the dock. I'm gonna have to jump across again, aren't I? I looked out ahead of me and angled myself. Don't want to be hitting the side of the boat now do we?
I crouched down into a runner's position then, taking a deep breath, I ran as fast as I could. I jumped as far as I could. I was soaring through the air for about five seconds, and then I hit the deck with a silent, thud. I slowly steadied myself, and stood upright. I quickly remembered having Lavender on my head. I checked, and thankfully, she was perched on top of my head, clinging to my cowlick. I chuckled slightly, and then I examined the deck. There was no one in sight…strange. Shrugging off the idea of the military or police being on board, I reached for the plank. Using all the strength I had left, which wasn't much anyway for I had not eaten in about two days, I heaved the plank over and slid it into place. I placed my foot on the plank and added pressure. It seemed sturdy.
"Come on! You two can gawk at my boat later!" I said, irritated. Chase and Luke quickly followed me onto the deck.
"So you really weren't lying…" Chase spoke, his voice drifting as he was taking in all the sights of my ship. It wasn't the largest ship in the world, honestly that would be pointless. My boat is between 20 and 30 feet in length. My room took up about 10 or 15 feet, so it is definitely larger than 20 feet.
"Listen guys, you have to be quiet. First we are going to sneak into my room, just to make sure my ruined clothes are there. If they are still there, than that means no one even knows I was on the boat.I want to sneak up on my friends, like I always do. Also I'm hoping it will get me out of the trouble I'm in for running away without a word." I mumbled the last sentence. I wasn't very proud of running away and I didn't want someone to rub it in. I nervously chuckled after explaining my plan.
"Why are we here again?" Chase had to ask, didn't he?
"BECAUSE! I need to let my friends know that others know my secret too, a.k.a you two! Plus I need witnesses- I mean support; yeah that's what I mean!" I stuttered hoping they didn't hear the last part. It was true that I needed witnesses though. I was in a lot of trouble. Anyone would be. You, your friend, even your dog… the list goes on and on.
"Follow me!" I said, gesturing with a wave of my hand. My voice may have sounded a little urgent; it's because I didn't want to get caught, and I didn't want them to get caught either. I quietly trotted across the deck, and found the steps that lead to the cabins below the deck. My friends would all be in the throne room, where my father, mother, or me, myself sit when not in our cabins. It was also where we were served our meals. The throne room is located on the other side of the boat. Hugging the walls, I try to stick to the shadows…Luke and Chase, not so much.
"You two would make TERRIBLE spies!" I whispered, frustrated with their little effort. Chase just rolled his eyes. I stuck my tongue out at him. Luke whimpered slightly and it was my turn to roll my eyes. OH, IDEA! I will just snatch Luke's bandana off of his head, causing him to follow me in efforts of getting it back. Then Chase will be forced to follow Luke to keep him out of trouble. A perfect plan to trick them into doing what I want! I'm pure genius! I was going to carry out my plan when we would head off to the throne room.
After a series of turns, we finally reached my cabin. I checked to see if the door was locked. It wasn't. I sadly couldn't remember if I had locked it in the first place. I slowly opened my door and peeked inside. My poor excuse for clothes was lying in a crumpled heap on the floor. Good, so no one knows I was on the boat yet!
"No one knows yet." I whispered faintly. Now it was time to put my plan into action, but first, time to make Luke keep quiet while I steal his bandana.
"Luke, wanna play the silent game?" I asked cutely, batting my eyelashes.
Slightly blushing, Luke agreed. I smiled; glad to know the first part of my plan was a success. Out of nowhere, I quickly snatched Luke's bandana off the top of his head, leaving his navy blue hair a mess. I took off running down the hall while also trying to put the bandana on my head. Lavender was on my shoulder, according to plan, for I had also informed her. She just gets me! I thought affectionately. I bobbed and weaved my way through the halls. I spotted a patch of sunlight, knowing at once that it was the stairs that lead to the upper deck. I ran up the stairs two at a time. Once I made it to the top, I glanced back quickly to see Luke and Chase running after me. Giggling slightly, I took off again, across the deck towards the throne room. I scanned the entire deck, but no guard was to be seen. They're probably looking for me. Reaching the familiar door that led to the throne room, I slowed down enough to calmly remember everything I did there. The throne room I visited every day, where I ate my meals, and spoke to my family members. I flung the door open causing it to bang into the wall behind it, leaving an indent of the doorknob. I flew in, holding Luke's flame bandana firmly on my head, incase it were to fall off. I soon reached the throne, made of gold, glistening as the light hit the individual gems just right. Four pairs of eyes stared at me in shock and relief.
"You guys can send the SWAT team away now! For I, Skyler, have returned to bless you all with my presence once again!" I exclaimed, completely scaring the four.
Two more pairs of eyes came in behind me. Luke grabbed my waist and swung me around with one arm while with the other he snatched of his bandana and plopped it back onto his head. We both laughed. Chase stood behind us, leaning against the wall with a bored expression, as if this were nothing special.
"Hey guys! Miss me?" I beamed at my four startled friends and gave a small wave after Luke released me. Then Luke gave me a noogie, messing up my hair, sending it sticking up here and there. I began to laugh again.
"Think you could get away with snatching my bandana AGAIN!" He chuckled and then let go.
"Of course! I always THINK I can get away with something." I replied with a wink. Then it got quiet while I waited for my friends to register my sudden appearance.
"Skyler? Is that you?" A quiet voice broke the silence. I looked at the person who spoke and it was Cliff. I smiled again and walked up to them.
"It's me. In the flesh, but a little low on blood, may I add?" I joked, gave a small wink and wagged my finger.
All four of them were sitting together before I walked in, or rather burst in. Now all four of them stood upright, their eyes full of relief. I walked up to them and gave them a big hug. It turned into a group hug. Everyone had something to say about my return.
"You idiot, you could have gotten yourself killed…Glad you're safe." Gray mumbled, pulling his hat over his eyes. I knew he was embarrassed.
"AWWW, YOU MISSED ME~" I cooed. I saw his cheeks turn red and I gave him a big hug.
"Glad you're alright!" Cliff exclaimed, swinging an arm over my shoulder. I gave him a hug too.
"HOW DARE YOU MAKE ME WORRY LIKE THAT!" A loud, bold voice lectured me. Its owner was none other than the Witch Princess, Vivi. I stuck out my tongue, laughed and gave her a hug too.
"Thank goodness…Don't…run off…ever…again." A calm voice spoke out. I saw Gale's eyes, and they were full of relief and hope. I smiled and gave him a hug, causing him to blush.
"OH, YEAH! These are my two new friends, if you could consider them friends, Luke and Chase! They both know my secret, after Luke couldn't keep his word." As I finished talking, I shot Luke a glare that said 'you are in big trouble'. Luke hid behind Chase. I smirked and shot a smile at my friends again.
"That should cover just about- OH MY GODDESS I FORGOT!" I gasped. I had almost forgotten our most beloved partner.
"BOW DOWN TO THE MIGHTY LAVENDER!" I exclaimed, presenting Lavender, who seemed to enjoy the attention. I had a huge grin plastered onto my face.
"What the- why do you have a squirrel?" Gray questioned me.
"'Cause I wanted one, and Luke nearly doomed the poor thing for LIFE!" I exaggerated, waving my arms. Gray rolled his eyes and sighed. Cliff was petting Lavender. Vivi and Gale were in the back of the room, discussing something. Confused, I marched over to them and presented Lavender again.
"BEHOLD!" I shouted, startling poor Gale and Vivi. "Are we going to eat it later?" Vivi questioned while eyeing my little buddy.
I gasped, "THERE IS NO WAY IN HELL I'M GOING TO LET YOU EAT LAVENDER!" I shouted, shocked at her gruesome interpretation. I held Lavender closer and it was obvious she was scared of Vivi. Little Lavender snuggled against my shirt and tried to make herself as invisible as possible, which didn't quite work.
"Ugh, fine. I won't eat her." Vivi mumbled, clearly upset. She crossed her arms across her chest, sat down, and pouted. I laughed and carefully placed Lavender on my head.
"Why…would you pick a squirrel?" Gale's voice suddenly spoke out. Now that I think about it, I don't know why I chose the squirrel. I could have gotten a dog, cat, ferret, turtle, horse, chicken, penguin, and many more. Out of all of them, I picked the squirrel with a crooked tail, which I fixed. I pondered a while. Gale figured he wouldn't get an answer, and sighed. I giggled and messed up his hair. I walked over to Gray and took off his hat, which was still covering his face. I moved Lavender to my shoulder, and put the hat on. I smiled, and then did what no one else expected.
I ran off… again!
I laughed hysterically. I couldn't help it, honestly. I just had a feeling that I should run. Then I decided to shout something.
"IT'S ADVENTURE TIME!" I screamed at the top of my lungs. While running, I jumped in the air, shot up my fist, and cheered. As my feet hit the floor, I immediately began to sprint. I was happy. Every now and then, I would spin, stumble, laugh at myself, then continue running.
"Let's see, where to go, where to hide, where to SPY!" I screamed. Considering there was still a war going on, I shouldn't have said that. Still, I screamed at the top of my lungs and laughed. I laughed so hard that I tripped. I collided with the floor. Nice to meet you, Mr. Concrete! I was still laughing; my thought making me laugh even harder… if that's even possible. My laughs hurt my sides. There I was, crazy random chick, laughing at nothing in particular, in the middle of town. Every comment I thought of made me laugh harder and harder. Soon I couldn't breathe. I began to cough. My coughs turned into a violent coughing fit. I held my hand up to my mouth, trying to muffle my coughs. Not working, I removed my hand. I stared at it in utter shock. All my laughing stopped immediately. A small splatter of bright, glossy, red liquid was now in my palm.
It was blood…
Cliff hanger! I just love doing that, even if everyone else may hate me for it~ My readers may just be able to get to read chapter 8 as well! I encourage you all to review! Also for those who are just waiting for more Gill, don't worry, he will be appearing soon. Very soon *wink* I think maybe chapter 10 will be the wedding. I'm actually surprised I haven't gotten there yet.
~MysteryNightSky