A Few Words Before Many (Future works below the excerpt) · 1:13am May 20th, 2023
“No like carry soldier, Sea Swirl. Blood, no blood, it not matter. But carry soldier, because carry soldier my purpose. Why I here. If not fight, who fight? Who carry you?”
“...But who carries you when you need help most, Reckless?”
The ex-sergeant’s eyes softened. “I carry. If was fortunate one, would not be alone.”
“You could teach me to think the way you do. I wouldn’t mind being your voice, if you’ll be my eyes and ears.”
“How mean?”