"You're a pirate?" Kiara questioned with interest. Hers was the first voice to break the silence.
"I am," Calpurnia replied with a haughty expression. "You got a problem with that?"
"Certainly not," Kiara replied with a friendly smile. "I find it fascinating. It's not everyday one has the pleasure of meeting such colorful individuals! If I may ask, who do you pirate for?"
Calpurnia stared long and hard at the noble woman, as though unsure what to make of her. Ace, who as at her side, looked equally impressed. Every one else simply watched, curious to see how it all played out. Eventually, it was Winnifred who spoke up.
