Chapter 11: Rumors
As JF's powers teleported the crew to Tortuga, Gastro sighed in relief.
Tortuga was the same as usual. The King's Arm tavern was filled with partying pirates, the sand was smooth, the shipwright was repairing ships, pirates were fishing, and most importantly, pirates were gulping down their favorite drink: rum.
Del ordered the crew, "Alright, mates. Seeing as to that we're already in Tortuga, we'd best be heading to the Faithful Bride tavern for new rumors." The crew responded with a hearty, "Aye!"
The crew walked to the busy tavern called the Faithful Bride, and entered it. It was full of rowdy pirates drinking rum and playing poker and blackjack. The only person who wasn't crazy in there was the bartender. Gastro said his name, "Carver!" Carver looked up from washing the counter and said, "Ah, welcome, my friends! What can I do for ye?" Del answered, "We're looking for new rumors to solve. Heard any?"
Carver stroked his chin while thinking. Finally, he replied, "Well.. there is one... but, it may be too dangerous." Gastro replied back, "Not at all! Please tell us."
Carver looked around for any eavesdroppers and found none. Finally, he said, "Alright. The rumor is about an island called Raven's Cove. It is said to contain El Patron's Lost Weapons. They are unique cursed blades, said to be the most powerful in existence!" Gastro said, "Great!" Carver continued, "But... the island is overrun with ghosts from Jolly's recent invasion. The only good ghosts are the ones you have to find yourselves. Plus, the only place you can find the weapons are El Patron's ship. Unfortunately, ye need to use the mines to access it. And, to get to the mine, you need to find the key to an elevator..." Del immediately responded, "I think me mates are up to the challenge."
Everyone nodded, and Del said, "Alright, mates, we're taking me ship, the Victory Shark, to Raven's Cove. Any questions?" Nobody raised their hands. "Good!" said Del with a confident voice. Carver replied, "Before you go, two things. One, be careful when venturing there at night, for there are red ghosts that haunt the living when the sun falls. Second, I think ye'll be needing this to find your way there." Carver held out his hand, and in it was an old map. It contained a never before seen section of the map that contained Raven's Cove. Del took the map, and said, "Thank you, Carver. Until we meet again!"
The crew walked out of the tavern, and to the docks of Tortuga to launch the Victory Shark. Jack and Mark stared at Del's ship in awe. It was a war frigate with many sails and looked like it packed quite a punch.
Del said, "Alright, mates! Let's board me ship!" Jack and Mark were already on it, eager to explore the ship's nooks and crannies.
Del whispered to William, "Psst, mate. Wanna steer me ship? I know you're a devilishly good sailor." Will nodded his head and took the wheel. The rest of the crew manned the cannons and climbed the rigging to prepare the sails.
Will said, "Ready the masts!" The crew untied the masts and with the wind blowing, they were off. Will steered west to Raven's Cove, and the crew had plenty to eat.
Jack and Mark were excited. They have never been on a ship voyage before! And now, they were on one. Gastro got ready to use his sword to deflect any cannonballs, and the moment the ship set sail, he knew it would be a long journey.
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Did ye like it? It wasn't very long, but I try my best. Anyways, the crew has a new destination which will be featured in the next chapters to come! Until then, ye'll have to wait for the next chapter! And, by the way, I'm back from me trip!
