Pio glanced toward Daisy to see how she was doing. The brisk wind had blown her curls all about her face, and rouged them with its coolness. But she stood firm and kept the ship on a true course. There was a light in her eyes as she looked ahead, and her easy stance at the wheel gave off an air of contentment and surety.
Veritas nudged Pio. She seems well suited to this.
Yes, I think this might be just the place for her to blossom! She looked at Veritas inquiringly.Will you take her on and teach her to be a navigator if I send her to you
Of course, Pio! With pleasure!
Veritas bent to the map once more, seeking a certain landmark. 'Was this where you meant to put in for a while?', she asked.
Pio looked to the map. 'Yes, anywhere near that, where you can put in safely. It should only take an hour for us to get what we need.'
Veritas went to Daisy and showed her the navigational map, explaining the symbols for currents and for hidden reefs, rocks, and other obstructions. She told her that when the ship reached the area they sought, that she would take the helm from Daisy and show her how to pilot the ship safely in near shore.
'You have about two hours before we drop anchor.' said Veritas. 'If you like, Daisy can stay here with me while you attend to other business.'
Pio thanked her and hurried off to find Child.
[ July 19, 2002: Message edited by: piosenniel ]
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