04-02-2021, 01:34 PM
She too shivered with cold after they were out of the cave. "Thank you," she said to the sailor who let them out. Her smile was genuine, though her teeth clattered a good deal. Her jacket had been left on the ship because it was scorched. She was looking forward to sitting near the fire again, feeling exhausted by the adventure they had just shared. Treasure, a real treasure. It was almost surreal, to be truthful.