Two Rivers Isle better get back to the black hole sun

He unsettled him. His constant motion had Redshank following the other boy's each and every movement and it was almost tiring. Maybe that was his tactic; simply exhaust your prey without exerting any energy of your own. Redshank certainly could have used some of the pirate's knowledge but his stubborn nature wanted nothing more to do with him. He shifted his weight uncomfortably as he was studied by the man's strange gaze, keenly aware of his laboured breathing.

He took a sudden step forward to steady himself as his legs threatened to give out, though it seemed sheer determination kept the boy upright. His features changed from their usual scowl into something akin to wonder as the stranger let out a snicker. It lasted only a heartbeat. He fixed him in his sights again with a stern what the fuck expression. He wasn't sure if he was supposed to be flattered by the comment.

His invitation was met with a tch and the boy raised his head slightly, as if he was too good for the challenge the sea-dog presented. Come 'round sometime. "Where?" he demanded, his inward curiousity hiding beneath a thick layer of feigned disinterest.