They collected a very merry Yuko, before rowing back to the The Gimel, once Yuko had been treated, the anchor was hauled and Black Isle was left behind.

Hamish leaned over the wooden railing at the side of the main deck, he held out his hand shaped the water below into a graceful ribbon that waved independently of the ocean.

Looking out to sea, from this far he couldn't see any of the continent of Nall but it would be there soon, back on familiar ground. Effie appeared next to him. 'How did you enjoy being A Contractor?' She asked. Joining him in looking out at the seemingly endless ocean.

'It was fun.' Hamish admitted.

'Want me to put in a good word for you?' She asked.

He through for a second and shrugged 'Contracting is mostly a solo act.' He shook his head. 'I don't think that's for me.'

'Let me know if you changed your mind.' Effie turned and heading into the guest quarters for some much needed rest.

A couple of hours after the night rolled in, Mat collared Hamish on the main deck.

'H-H-Hamish, the Captain has r-requested your p-presence in h-her quarters.' the nervous Gnome said, before returning to his post at the helm. 'Thanks Mat.' He made his way there.

The door was a jar, he peered though and announced his presence, 'Hello?'

The room was a good size, lived in and homely, a large desk stood in the middle. Filled with books, maps and various navigation instruments. There was a sofa and books piled against the walls. Towards the back, a four poster bed with the curtain drawn.

'I'm here love.' she called emerging through the purple curtains. She wore a white silk corset with a lace trim. 'I was thinking that after today you could do with a proper rest.'

Hamish looked into her eyes, her warm, piercing green eyes commanded that he go to her.

She pulled his robe off. He took her in his arms and kissed her deeply.

She twisted her body, pulling him on to the bed. She giggled as she moved and straddled his skinny frame.

There was nothing stopping her now.

The sounds of Ovlai hit them before they had fully docked, Liz jumped onto the pier with a thud. She taxied the ship into it's proper docked position before tying it in place at multiple points. Mat levitated the loading ramp into position.

Captain Nabila rung her pedal bell to get the crews attention to the helm.

'Hello lovelies, so we have erm-' She looked around and spotted Mat holding up three fingers from the deck. 'three days shore leave before we need to set off to The Dragon Isles, so relax, don't drink yourself into oblivion and just want to say thank you to our passengers.' She put her hand over her mouth and whispered at her normal volume 'And their employers deep pockets.'

The siblings and the crew laughed.

'but seriously, because of you're employers The Gimel Sailing Company will be running for at least another eight months, so there's that.' She clapped her hands, 'That's it, you're revealed from duty, see you in a few days.' The crew gave her a clap before alighting.

She came down the stairs to see of the siblings, Thanks you both so much 'Defiantly one of the nicer transports I've dealt with.' Effie said, 'I'll put in a good word for you with the company.'

'That would be amazing.' Nabila said excitedly.

'Hamish, I'll be at the start of the pier.' Effie told him as she descended the ramp.

Nabila closed the gap between her and Hamish, they kissed, arms around each other. Their lips parted but their foreheads were still touching, both smiling like idiots. 'Shame it was such a short journey.' she said.

'We'll make up for it next time your in Morgrush' Hamish asked. 'You remember where to go?'

'Protector's Rest.' She replied. 'C'mere.' She beckoned him, he came in with a quick peck on lips, before leaving the ship and heading over to his sister.

'She could be your wife.' Effie teased.

'Can't, she's already married.'

Effie's face dropped. 'What?'

'To the sea.'

Effie rolled her eyes, 'That was shit.'

'Sounded way better in my head' Hamish admitted.

They made their way back through town to the stables. The horses were well rested, the ear muffs must have been effective.

They rode out to the North, the Olorian countryside faded into the heavy woodlands of Alberton. The worn path through the woods eventually split in two, to the right Morgrush, Hamish's destination.

They slowed down and dismounted. They sat at the base of a nearby tree and shared a drink before parting ways.

'If you ever want to have like a fun little job, just send a letter.' Hamish offered. 'We run the guild, we get to keep the fun ones.'

'I'll keep that in mind'

'Oh almost forgot here.' Hamish passed her a leather pouch, she unbundled it and in her hand was a smooth black rock.

'This is a rock?' She asked.

'It's something Aramil cooked up, called a communication rock. Hold it with both hands, think of me and it'll open a telepathic line of communication to me.' He pointed, ' If I'm free that is and you need someone to talk to.'

Effie placed a hand on his shoulder, 'Thank you.'

'Love you sis.'

'Love you too Hamish.'

They finished their drink and got to their feet. Hamish saddled up, wincing in pain as he sat down. This did not slip past Effie.

'You need a healing potion?' She offered, also saddling up. 'You've had a face on since we started riding.'

'I must have pulled something in that fight.' He rubbed the top of his leg. 'Have a proper bad ache. I'll get Aramil to have a look at it.'

'That's a good idea.' She stroked the mane of her horse, getting it into position and let out a small laugh. 'Hopefully you didn't catch anything from The Captain.'

'You think I'm that stupid? He asked knowing the answer. He chuckled 'You remember when the mayor put that sex education notice on the community board?'

'Don't be a chump and wrap up your junk.' She recited with a smile. 'How the hell could I forget that, what a scandal.'

'The hell was he thinking?' The siblings laughed for a while before falling into a comfortable silence. They made eye contact and nodded.

'Be sure to visit mother more.' Effie called to him as they both trotted down their respective roads.

'I will.' Hamish replied as they both pick up speed and went their separate ways once again.