“Assuming we haven't all been chopped into fish food and chucked over the side,” said Ollie.
“Is he always this cheerful?” asked Gemini.
“No,” said Stitches. “Sometimes he can be quite gloomy and pessimistic.”
“Marcel,” shouted Wally, “bring us about a bit. Let's head towards them.”
“So, Gemini,” said Ronnie, sidling closer towards her. “How do you know so much about pirates then?”
“Well, Ronnie,” said Gemini, sidling away from him. “I spend a lot of my time out on these waters so it pays to be conversant with all of the rules and regulations, especially the ones that can save your life. I find it comes in handy when there's a gap toothed maniac bearing down on you and you're able to throw a couple of technicalities at him.”
“Must get awfully lonely,” said Ronnie, oozing smarminess t
