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Screaming at the Beast

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Published: Sep 20, 2013

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How many have I had? Why would you ask such a question?

I've had--only three! Yes, three I swear.

What? No--of course not, what are you suggesting.

Those: I can't quite see them clearly. Oh! Oh dear...

No, you, you must understand this was--just a bit of relaxation,

A little sip to help me sleep.

No--No, don't cry, I'm not going back to those days; I'm not!

I swear it was just--just a passing shower I...

I...

I'm sorry...

It's just been hard...

It's been so difficult!

WHERE WAS I SUPPOSED TO TURN?

...

But it's not your fault, I know that.

I suppose I was simply looking for an excuse...

I was drowning you know, in the icy water.

Cold enough to freeze the lungs.

I stopped and simply drifted away.

Before I knew anything I was already at the bottom of the sea.

...

Thank you...

I'm glad that you at least didn't give up on me...

And I suppose for your sake, I should actually return.

...Very well

I was growing tired of simply drowning in the sea.

What say we try sailing on it once more?

What do you say to that my friend?

Are you bloody with me!

Arrr m'friends,

It's been a VERY rough couple of days fer me. I won't go into details of what happened, simply because I honestly don't feel like talking about it.

But I'm glad t' have those around me who'd know enough t' slap me too me senses.

I've been drowning again for a long time, but it feels good t' see th' sun once again.

I suppose it be time t' get some hands on deck.

If yer done with yer land-lubbin' business, then I want th' sails down and a course set for nothing less than the king's throne!

Now do I hear an 'aye Captain' or do I have t' bring out th' complaints department? That's me GUN by the way.

-Captain Chenbeard of the Black Fedora Pirates