Danica is the youngest daughter of Morgan and Gavin Abner. She comes from a strong and proud family. Her parents built their trade company from the ground up. Now that all of the children are grown Gavin and Morgan left the business in the hands of their capable children as they go on one last sea adventure, just themselves Ariadne and Danica are left in charge and all breaks loose. A new trading company opened up on the other side of town. They are stealing their contracts and money out from under the girls. They have a deadline to meet and funds are dwelling. Ariadne the oldest is very mature and trying to handle everything in a business manner. Danica who is a rebel and wild heart has another way of thinking. With the deadline fast approaching Danica stumbled upon one of her fathers old treasure maps. She sneaks off one night stealing one of their trade ships in search of the treasure.
view more*warning: book contains violence, adult content, sexual content, and foul language. Some content may trigger some and is not appropriate for all ages. Thank you for reading _ S.E Dymek*
Tomatoes:
The rotten tomato she held in her hand was black and mold ridden. She was angry as she ducked behind the boxes hiding. She poked her head out and looked about to see if anyone might notice. She smirked seeing no one around. She launched the tomato towards the building. The tomato hit with a thud and busted into pieces on impact all over the sign. The wooden sign swung back and forth as pieces of the rotten tomato slid off. She reached into her sack finding another tomato. She aimed again at the sign that read “ Smith and Brothers Trading”. The second tomato spirals towards the sign, following the same pattern as the first. Exploding all over the sign. She stifled a chuckle this time. She quickly reached into her bag again and was holding the third in her hand. She let it fly, each tomato flung; she felt a little less mad. As the third tomato was headed to its destination the door of the building opened up and out stepped an older man. He was dressed perfectly right down to his shoes. He adjusted his collar pausing in the doorway as his salt and pepper hair blew lightly in the breeze. Seeing him she ducked behind the boxes peeking out just as the tomato erupted all over the sign. Pieces of the rotten vegetable splattered all over the man’s white shirt. She couldn’t help herself, it was too good to be true, her laughter rang out in the alley she had been hiding in. The man’s eyes shot her way and his face frowned, spotting her.
“You wretched creature!!” He bellowed.
“That's what you get Smith! You thieving bastards!” Danica yelled back no use in hiding since she had been spotted.
“Just you wait!” He yelled back.
“Father?’ Another voice coming out behind the man came.
This man was a younger version of the man splattered with tomato. His chocolate brown eyes studying the scene in front of him. Realizing what had happened, part of him wanted to laugh.
“Well don't just stand there!” His father yelled angrily at him.
The man shrugged trying to figure out what his father wanted him to do. Danica was now almost doubled over laughing at the scene.
“Go get her, boy!” His father yelled, slapping him in the back of his blonde head.
Hearing that she paused locking eyes with the man who was probably only two years older than her. He smirked after recovering from the wack in the head, starting across the road towards her. Fine she thought, come and catch me then. Laughing she took off running down the alleyway. Her raven black hair flew out behind her as she did. She rounded a corner running down another alley way. She could hear him catching up. She was fast but he was gaining on her. Her footsteps pounding on the cobblestone street as she ran across a busy road ducking in out of people walking by. She glanced back seeing his blonde head pop out just on the other side. She quickly ducked into another alleyway. She just needed to make it two more streets and then she would be home. Looking back and not paying attention she slammed into a fence. She blinked, stumbling back. This was new. When did this go up? She studied it, she could climb it. Being in the stupid skirt was going to make it hard. She heard footsteps stop at the top of the alleyway she was in.
“Hey! Girl!” The blonde man yelled down the alleyway to her.
Danica grumbled why was he so fast? She thought, glancing from him to the fence.
“Come on now, he’ll probably just want you to clean the sign that's all.” He said to her walking slowly.
“Yeah, I don't think I will be doing that.” Danica grumbled back to him.
“Seriously, what's your problem?” He said as he was approaching her.
“Really? What's My problem. My problem is you and your family.” Danica said backing herself against the fence.
“Who are you? What did my family do?” He asked, confused, pausing.
Danica rolled her eyes at him. She glanced down at the bag she was still holding. She reached inside pulling out a rotten tomato. She smirked as she sent it flying at him. The tomato hit him square in the forehead. The Rotten juices running down into his eyes and mouth.
“Are you kidding me!” He yelled, wiping his eyes.
Danica used this opportunity to climb the fence. By the time the man was done whipping the tomato out of his eyes, the girl was gone. He shook his head, not sure what any of that was about.
“Who the hell was she?” He muttered to himself turning around and going back the way he came.
Danica laughed to herself as she crashed through her front door. Closing it breathlessly she straightened herself up before continuing into the kitchen. Ariadne raised an eyebrow at her as she entered. Ariadne was hovered over paperwork upon paperwork that she had scattered about the kitchen table. She didn't have enough room on the desk in the office.
“Danica, I could use some help here.” Ariadne said frustrated as she tapped the paper.
“All right, what are you looking for exactly?” Danica said, walking over to the table.
“A loophole, a miss print, a flaw, anything at this point that we could use against those bastards.” Ariadne muttered.
Danica frowned; she knew exactly what her sister was feeling. Ever since her parents left and their brother Orion went off to secure their trade business in the east, everything had been falling down around them. Most companies don't want to work with a woman and with the new trading company underhanding their offers. The only thing that they had going for them right now was they had more ships and still had the queen’s favor. The queen though was getting up there in age and she knew Smith and Brothers trading company was buddying up to the queen’s son. Danica buckled down, taking a stack of paper and began reading through it. Not too long into researching there was a knock on the door. Ariadne glanced at Danica who raised her eyebrow looking at the direction of the door. Before either one of them could move a more forceful knock followed. Ariadne grabbed a pistol from behind her that she had casually sitting on the counter. Danica went and grabbed a sword. She nodded for Ariadne to go to the door. Being alone just the two of them they were prepared for anything and unfortunately the town had become noisy and everyone knew each other's business.
Open it, Danica mouthed to Ariadne as she held the sword ready to attack. Ariadne tucked the pistol into the door slightly as she cracked the door open. A man was standing outside. He had blond ruffled hair and deep chocolate brown eyes. He was tall and looked strong, his shoulders and stance said he could hold his own against anything. He smiled politely at Ariadne as she waited for him to say something. After several seconds Ariadne became frustrated.
“Can I help you?” Ariadne said her tone annoyed.
“Aye sorry, I was looking for someone...I guess. This is Abner’s trading correct?” He asked his voice held warmth as he spoke.
Danica perked up at the sound of his voice. The words seriously what's your problem echoed in her head. She let out a small gasp as Ariadne shot her a funny look.
“Aye it is but I don't have any appointments today so kindly state your business.” Ariadne said frankly to him.
Close the door, Danica mouth to her. Ariadne was busy studying the stranger that she didn't see Danica trying to get her attention.
“Aye my apologies. I could come back at a later time and talk to your boss whenever he is available.” The man nodded his head as he spoke.
Fire lit in Ariadne’s belly at his statement, like he was looking down on her. This wasn't the day she thought.
“Well unfortunately for you SHE will most likely not want to speak to you. You can send a letter to HER, with whatever it is your wanting.” Ariadne said making sure she was overly loud as she used the feminine pronouns.
Danica snickered and then went back to trying to get Ariadne’s attention. The men cleared his throat realizing he had offended her, Danica leaned closer and poked Ariadne gently with the tip of her sword. Ariadne swatted the blade away as she locked eyes with the man burning a hole in him.
“ I am so sorry madam. I didn't mean to offend.” He began to apologize.
Danica went to poke her again, this time Ariadne didn't see it coming and winced as the blade poked her.
“Aye, most men don't think that a woman could possibly be running a business, never mind being in the world of trade.” Ariadne said trying to recover from the awkward motion Danica was making her do.
“No ma'am, that's not what I meant to imply at all. I am from-
Danica had enough of this. She was done. She made her way over to the door and grasped the door pulling it open wide. Ariadne stumbled slightly.
“Yeah we're not interested in anything you have to say or offer. If i were you i would walk myself back down our walkway while you can.’ Danica said sword still by her side and her eyes narrowed with intent.
“Tomato girl?” The man said, confused.
“Aye and you better be going before i throw more than just a tomato at you this time.” Danica threatens him.
Ariadne looked confused as tomatoes were brought up but she quickly recovered going back to being composed and firmed as her sister was about to chase this man off their property.
“Dani.” Ariadne said softly.
“Dani?” The man said almost by accident as he tried to remember her name.
“Danica and you are-” Danica went to say as she was cut off
“Patrick.” The man said, holding out his hand to her.
“You are leaving...leaving” Danica said continuing.
“Ladies, I think we’ve gotten off on the wrong foot. I am Patrick Smith, from Smith and Brothers trading company across town-
“We know...bye now” Danica said, still glaring at him.
Ariadne nudged her lightly, she wanted to hear what he had to say. Danica sighed, rolling her eyes as she waved her hand telling him to continue.
“Anyways, My father wanted to make an offer to you. He knows the recent competition between our two companies are..taking its toll on your business and he wanted to make an offer to buy you out.” Patrick continued.
“Can I kill him now, Ari?” Danica growled as she tightened the grip on her sword and she stepped forward.
“Mr. Patrick, how kind of you to think of us poor women here and offer a buyout in our time of need. We will be declining. You can tell your …..charming father to take his offer
“And shove it.” Danica finished for Ariadne who cracked a smile.
A smile cracked across Patrick’s face as he looked in amazement at these two very strong and very capable women. He threw his hands up in defense as he tried not to chuckle.
“All right I will let him know.” Patrick said with a smile dancing on his lips.
“Goodnight.” Ariadne said, walking away from the door.
Danica stood there continuing to glare at patrick. If looks could kill, Patrick was sure he would have died over and over again in the short amount of time he had been standing there. He nodded slightly at Danica as he began to make his way away from the house.
“Another thing Mr. Patrick. If your father wasn't a lying, cheating low life we wouldn't be in any situation. There is enough world out there that there is no use of us fighting over it!” Danica yelled at his back.
Patrick paused this was the second time she had brought up his father being a liar and a cheat. He wanted to go ask what she meant but chose to keep going. He had been away for so long that he really idnt know exactly what was going on but his father had always been an honest man. He shook his head slightly as he began making his way further away from their property.
“Ari give me a tomato.” Danica said loud enough so Patrick could hear it.
Patrick heard her but chose to ignore her as he heard her laughter at his back, the whole situation made him want to find out more. He thought hard about this whole scene as he began to make his way home.
Danica came inside and slammed the door. She was still angry as she turned to look at Ariadne who had already gone back to work.
“Tomato girl?” Ariadne asked her.
“Yeah don't worry...how bad are we?” Danica asked her.
“We haven't made any real profit in almost two months. We are barely keeping afloat and that's just because of Orion making his contracts out east. We are just lucky enough Smith and Brothers haven't found a way to head east yet. I don't know how long we can keep this up. Even if Da and Ma cut their time away short I think they would be falling victim to this as well.” Ariadne said a tinge of hopelessness in her voice.
“Ari go rest a bit, you've been doing this for hours. I’ll take over and maybe by tomorrow we will have a solution. But staring at the same pieces of paper forever isn't going to help and you need a break.” Danica said, going over to her and nuding her as she spoke.
“Fine but the same goes for you. Don’t be up all night.” Ariadne muttered, feeling the exhaustion from it all.
“Aye I won't.” Danica smiled as she watched Ariadne make her way upstairs and she took over.
Forever: The next several days were a blur. The Smith’s had buried Edward. Patrick had come by several times to see Ariadne. They were now official and very out in the open. They couldnt be in a room without touching one another. Patrick was now co-owner of the company with Kaleb being his partner. They had been discussing merging or being partners in the company. Danica sat by the dock, dunking the tips of her toes in the water reflecting on the first day Patrick came over. He and Ariadne were sitting closely at the kitchen table talking terms of agreement and partnership between the two companies when Danica walked down the stairs. Patrick smiled brightly at her. “Morning Danica.” Patrick said politely to her. Danica smiled back at him, her eyes searching to see if maybe he had com
Treasure Chest:Danica walked silently back to her house with Kaleb. He was clenching his jaw off and on. She didn't know if it was because of the pain in his arm or of everything that happened.“You know, I'm still so angry. He’s dead and I am numb to that but I'm angry. Every ounce of me wanted him to hurt for the years of pain he put us through. The constant beatings , the be the best or else attitude pounded into us, and hurting my mother. I took off as soon as i could and still feel so much guilt from it. I never knew if I did the right thing. My mother begged me to go. He had told her he would kill me the next time he was upset or one of us failed. I was always the least favorite. I don't know if I ever did the right thing leaving. Part of me wanted him to suffer more. To feel what it felt to live the way he made us all.” Kaleb said the
Rescue:Orion gathered what weapons he had in the home. He had several daggers stashed on him, his pistol and sword hung by his waist. Claire was determined to come with him. She walked back into the kitchen for the third time, Jack’s pistol hanging from her hip with her sword on the other side. Orion could tell she also had a dagger in her boot. He smiled a little bit. They couldn't come up with a plan so now they were just going to storm the castle and see what would happen.“Are you sure you're ready?” Orion asked, looking at Claire.“Stop asking me boy, you have no idea what your aunt has done in the past. Now let's go get Jack.” Claire said walking to the door.Ariadne was nervous as she stared the ship into the harb
Kidnapped:Ariadne came out of the captain's cabin, her face flushed a little. She smiled a little embarrassed at seeing what she saw. She straightened up and gained her composure. Patrick raised an eyebrow at her asking what was wrong but she just smiled sweetly in return. He walked over to her with a puzzle look on his face.“Are you alright?” He asked, taking her hand in his.“Aye I’m ok. Kaleb and Dani that's all. Anyways, how's it going with the rest of the crew?.” Ariadne laughed, his fingers entwining with his.“Good we're just waiting on the rest of the flower water.” Patrick said, nodding to the lower deck.The men had lined up and were waiting to get
Cure:Several minutes which seemed like hours passed. They began setting up a system. Each person infected would get serum followed by the flower water. Then those not infected would have the flower water as a precaution if the rash occurred then the serum. Ariadne glanced at Danica who was still out. She sighed heavily, Kaleb touched her shoulder lightly trying to comfort her.“ I don't know what else to do. I can't think of anything else.” She whispered, her voice cracking as she spoke.She could feel her hands starting to shake, she was about to lose it. She took a deep breath in trying to calm herself before she lost control. This was too much, this all was too much. The company, the pressure, the voyage, and now she needed Dani to wake up. She didn't realize it but her breathing rapidly change
Poisoned:They made their way out of the jungle so much quicker and faster than they did before. Their feet hitting the sandy beach soil, arms filled with flowers as they made it to the rowboat all running the best they could on the sand. They all wanted back on the ship as soon as possible. Kaleb dropped his arm full of flowers into the boat Danica and Araidne climbed in. Patrick dropped the ones he was carrying into the rowboat as well. Kaleb and Patrick began pushing the rowboat into the ocean. One the boat was floating in the water they both climbed in. They began to row back to the ship hoping everything was still ok. The ocean water seemed to be effortless to paddle through and they reached the ship in no time. The ropes were lowered down to help capture the row boat. Patrick and Kaleb fastened the rowboat to the ropes and the crew began pulling it up. Once on board they unloaded
Flowers:The rowboat crashed into the ocean Ariadne was flung forward into Patrick’s lap. He wrapped his arms quickly around her, steading her. She smiled softly at him as he helped her sit back on the seat. Danica watched the exchange and she was slowly starting to believe he might be a good guy or a very good actor. It was hard to trust him. Kaleb handed the oar to Patrick and they began making their way back to the island. The sky was now riddled with stars and the moon was the only light they had guiding them. Danica prayed that they could find the way back to the arch way with the white flowers. As they approached the shoreline Danica went to hop out but felt a hand catch her shoulder.“You and Ariadna stay in the boat we can pull it in.'' Patrick said and jumped into the water before she could say anything back.
Almost: Danica’s feet hit the beach sand and the amount of joy she felt finally being out of the jungle and nothing bad happening was overwhelming. She scanned the beach and realized the crew was gone. She could see the Evening Star sitting out just past the shallow. She glanced quickly at Ariadne , her eyes questioning where everyone was. “They are safe. I had them go to the ship. I thought it would be safer.” She smiled at her sister. Jonah came out and stood next to Danica scanning the beach as well. His eyes found the Evening Star and he smiled seeing it sitting in the ocean waiting for them. “Let's get in the row boats.” Jonah said walking ahead to the row boats, he wanted nothing more than to be on his ship. Danica
Tea:Kaleb smirked watching Danica lead the way his eyes fixated on her. Patrick glanced at him slightly as he helped carry the chest. Kalbe caught him looking at him and raised his eyebrow. A silly smile formed on Patrick’s lips.“What?” Kaleb said his voice was drawn out as if he knew what his brother was going to say.“So did you find a reason to stop your endless roaming?” Patrick asked, his smile growing.Ariadne squeezed by the brothers hurrying to catch up to Danica. She raised an eyebrow at Kaleb hearing the question Patrick asked him. Instead of stopping to listen she kept going. They didn't have time for endless chit chat and she needed to form a plan with her sister.“Did you find a reason to take chances?” Kaleb shot back at him and nodded towards Ariadne who hurried to catch up to Danica.The two stared at the two women, both men stunned at the view. One bright like the sun, constant l
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