Elaine - Splashes Into Books

“Her gaze cut over to Drake with a knowing half smile, then back to the captain. “You see, captain, dead men tell me all kinds of tales.”
― Lisa Kessler, Pirate's Persuasion

“He’d never given it much thought before, but every second he spent with her, the yearning to connect, to know every chapter of her story, ate at him. He shouldn’t pry. It was none of his business. After tonight, she’d have her replica to sell for the Digi Robins.

For all he knew, she’d go back to being a broker at his firm, nothing more.

His hand slipped off the ratline and he cursed under his breath. “Damn it.”

“If you fall on me, I’m gonna be pissed.” Harmony called from below.

He grinned in spite of himself as he found his rhythm again. “I’m not fallin’ anytime soon, love.”

But truth be told…he was starting to suspect he’d already had.

For her.”
― Lisa Kessler, Pirate's Pleasure

“..the past belongs to nostalgia or regret, the future to hopes or fears.... whereas the present belongs to nothing but opportunity, if you've the gumption to.”
― Samantha Tonge, Lost Luggage

“She turned toward Drake with a grin. “You’re a genius.”

“Nah.” He chuckled, shaking his head. “I’m a pirate.”
― Lisa Kessler, Pirate's Persuasion