“I’m not sure if this is the best idea,” John said, watching as Frank lifted Kayla’s hand and pressed it to his lips. “You are enchanting, fair damsel,” Frank said. “I bet you pirates say that to all us fair damsels,” I heard Kayla say with a giggle in response. “It’s okay,” I reassured John. “I think Kayla can handle herself around guys. Even guys like Frank.” “But what about Furies?” John asked, his gaze serious. “Will she be able to handle herself around them?” “Oh.” I hadn’t thought of that. “Knowing her, she probably can, actually.” “Well, keep an eye on your necklace,” he said. “I don’t like that we’ve been out in the open for so long and there hasn’t been a single sign of them. They must know by now that we’re here. So where are they?” I glanced around. Everywhere I looked were happy revelers, enjoying themselves, while overhead, lightning continued to illuminate the clouds, and thunder grumbled. “Maybe that’s it,”
