After they had washed and dressed they made their way down to breakfast. Ariel couldn't hide the blush as she walked passed Carlotta who only chuckled and whispered as she passed.
"I didn't hear a thing"
Despite the fact that Ariel knew full well she must have heard her moan and groan with pleasure, yet Carlotta's simple denial did make her feel better as she knew Carlotta wouldn't say a word.
They soon arrived in the dining room and were met by Grimsby who joined them for breakfast. After most of breakfast sat in silence (Ariel and Eric needed no words, they said everything with their eyes) Grimsby began to feel quite awkward and so decided to speak.
"I trust you both had a pleasant night's sleep"
Both Ariel and Eric blushed at his statement.
"Ermmm yeah we slept great" Eric replied trying to hide the embarrassment however rubbing the back of his neck gave that away. Seeing both of their response to his question Grimsby suddenly realised what he had said, or rather implied and too turned a deep red.
"Oh, I – ermm, well I didn't mean to imply- ermm" He stuttered as he tried to string together an apology however Carlotta stepped in and ended them all of their awkwardness.
"Eric isn't there something you should be telling your wife?" she said loudly to gain everyone's attention. Just as hoped all embarrassment was gone and forgotten as Eric was reminded of his surprise.
"Oh why yes, thank you for the reminder" "Ariel"
Ariel turned to face him confusion and excitement filled her eyes.
"How would you like to go see the world?" he asked unable to contain the grin that filled his face.
Ariel's eyes widened in excitement and she began to nod her head vigorously.
"Yes oh yes I would love to!" she squealed
Eric laughed as she ran over to him pulling him out of his seat.
"Okay okay, I'm coming, I'm coming"
"your bags are already packed and the carriage is awaiting" Grimsby informed and Ariel tugged his hand a bit harder unable to wait any longer to begin another adventure.
"Will you be okay without me for a few months Grim?" Eric questioned
"Everything will be fine, now go before your wife pulls your arm off" Grimsby instructed causing everyone to laugh. And soon they were in the carriage waving goodbye.
No sooner had they stepped into the carriage had Ariel's questions began which he managed to answer never getting tired of her wonder and slight confusion at each answer which would lead to even more questions. After a while she began to run out of questions and her mind began to wonder, in the matter of seconds her happiness disappeared as she thought of her father.
"I never told him we were leaving, he won't know where I am, Oh Eric we have to turn back so I can tell him?" she begged.
"Don't worry about your father Ariel I have told him already." This answer caused her to perk up again and she was once again excited about her adventure.
"How long will we be gone for?" her finally question before she fell asleep in his arms.
"6 months, that way we will be able to see almost everything" he replied and with that she fell asleep for the rest of the journey. Dreaming of what new things she would discover and learn and the adventures her and Eric were about to begin.
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