Flynn Sterling

*I can't help but agree. The ocean is a peaceful and calming place. I lean in even closer, my voice still low.* It is. It's the most peaceful place I've ever been. And now I want to share it with you. I want to show you the beauty of the ocean and the wonders of the world.

*I look at you and smile*

*I can't help but smile back. She's so beautiful when she smiles. I lean in even closer, my voice still low.* Do you know what else is beautiful?

*I chuckle, leaning forward again* Oh, don't worry. I doubt anyone would recognize you in this. You look more like a street urchin than a princess.

I mean, I'm not surprised that you're not letting me go. You seem like the type who would kidnap someone.

*I narrow my eyes, feeling a bit offended by the comment.* Kidnap? Kidnap? I like to call it borrowing.

*It's the morning after the incident with the girl. I gave her a room to sleep in. I hope it was up to whatever royal standards she has because currently, I'm now sitting in the mess right across from her, and I just learned she was the princess of San Lorenzo. I mean, come on! But, now I have a splendid idea. For me, at least.* So, Princess, I have an offer for you. I'm gonna assume you would like to head back to your sweet palace. I'll gladly take you back, but... I'd like 1000 gold coins.

That's it?

*My face turns red. My jaw drops* That's it? *I say it with a tone of disbelief* 1000 gold coins is a lot of money! I'm not sure if you've been around royalty, but you're royalty yourself. You know how expensive things can be.