The Pirate's Fate: The Expanded Universe

Fleeing to find a Solution

By: unknown

Darious got up and began to flee. As he ran he commanded all those not infected to flee. Yet, as he fled he could hear screams mixed with the demonic laughter of his brother.

As Darious, a few servants, and his mother and father fled the mansion, the mansion itself warped into an insidious structure.

Meanwhile, Edward grinned as his new thralls gorged themselves on food. As long as they have the mark of Gluttony they are under his control. Edward summoned two demonic goats to capture those who have fled so they be corrupted.

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Meanwhile in the Shifting Scoundrel Mila and Morgana were speaking with Tam-tam, a lizard lady who claimed to have found a coin. She was accompanied by a stern and well muscled red panda who had his arms crossed.

"I so happen to know a man in town who has a coin that can change the past," Tam-tam said.

"What the catch?" Morgana asked.

"There's no catch. Just valuable information."

"Are you sure?" Mila asked.

"For once she's being honest. Yet I demand an audience with your captain," the red panda said. "It's a matter of great importance that can be of great help."

"What do you have to tell Darious if you can just tell us?" Morgana asked.

In the middle of the conversation Darious, the few remaining servants, and his parents rushed into the Shifting Scoundrel. They were dripping with sweat as dread filled the air.

"Edward has become corrupted and has infected Leeko and most of the servants!" Darious said as he plopped himself on a large chair.

"Great noble captain allow me to introduce myself," the red panda said. "I am Rodrigo. I have an ancient book full of purification spells and holy magic."

"My name is Tam-tam. I believe that finding the coin that can change the past could be a better option."

Darious looked over at Tam-tam and Rodrigo and couldn't decide. His mind was still filled with panic. That's when he saw Mila approach him. Concern was on her face as she approached and hugged him.

As she hugged Darious the coin around her neck glowed. Her appearance changed into a plump house cat with clothing that befitted a beautiful merchant. The transformation ended when Mila was as plump as Darious' mother.

Darious blushed as what was the most beautiful woman stood before him. However, he regained his composure as the next decision could change the fate of himself and his loved ones.