Chapter V: The Assignment
The night air was refreshing. After hours of their love making. The feel of the cool sea air was close to perfect. Penelope sighed. And snuggled closer to him. He held her close by the waist. And then, there came Penelope's father.

Before he spoke to his crew member, he turned to Penelope," Get below.I need to meet in private with Hornblower." Penelope exchanged glances with Horatio and did as told.

" I just wanted to speak to you about my Penelope, Hornblower." Pellew began.
"You need not worry sir, I am a gentleman, and as one, I have only the best intentions with Penelope." Though that was a white lie. He already have been given Penelope's virginity.
Pellew nodded and spoke," You have a job to do, which requires your care . This is a chance for you to prove that you are truly worthy of my daughter."
" And what is this job, sir?" Hornblower asked.
"We are approaching an island, not far from the Spain. There is a French camp set up, not far from shore. You are going to be my spy, and Penelope is going to accompany you and your men, Hornblower." He said.
Hornblower opened his mouth to protest, but decided, that if he wanted to keep Penelope, then he would have no other choice," Yes sir."
Pellew nodded and wondered towards the stairs of the bridge, "Oh, yes, and Hornblower, if you fail to bring her back, alive, or if she is captured. Then you will never see her again, and by that I mean she will be shipped home, and never return to this ship. Nor any other ship you may sail upon." Pellew warned. Hornblower nodded in acknowledgment.
Upon leaving the deck entirely, Pellew passed his daughter," He has agreed to your care." He said and left her to Hornblower.
"Horatio." Penelope began.
Hornblower turned and smiled, "Penelope. I was not sure you'd come." He said, touching her cheek.
"I told you to meet me on the stern, sir. You do not obey orders very well."She said with a smile. Taking his hand.
" No, I suppose I do not. But I thought it would be more prudent, to meet you in a higher location, such as the bridge. You are not mad, nor disappointed, are you, Penelope?"
Penelope answered him with a peak on the lips. And she smiled warmly at him." I know that no matter what, nothing could bring me to be angry at you, Horatio." She said.
Horatio smiled and leaned down, his lips touched her, and their kiss was so warm, and deep. Their tongues met. And that the moment, Horatio knew that he was madly in love. Or else he may not have done what he did a few hours ago.