The sun was just starting to rise as the team prepared to set sail towards their next destination, a nearby island in Palawan. The ship was state-of-the-art, with the latest technology inside, but it looked like an ordinary shipping vessel on the outside. Every crew member was well-trained and experienced in their respective fields.
As they boarded the ship, they were greeted by the captain, Sam. The moment he saw Jericho, he immediately kneeled down in respect.
"Sir Jericho, it's an honor to have you onboard my ship," he said, bowing his head.
The scene then flashes back to a time when Captain Sam was just a fish vendor in Divisoria Market. He was a skinny man with a brown complexion, and he was often bullied at the fish port while trying to buy fish to sell in the morning. One day, a group of con men took his money and nearly beat him to death. Desperate and with nowhere else to turn, his family sought Jericho's help. In a show of honor, Jericho avenged Mr. Sam and gave him enough money to feed his family.
"I will do my best to repay you for what you've done for me and my family, sir," Mr. Sam said, as he swore to protect and serve Jericho for the rest of his life.
"Mr. Sam, please stand up. I don't need any repayment from you," Jericho said, trying to comfort the captain.
"But sir, I owe you everything. My family and I would not have made it if it weren't for you," Captain Sam replied, still kneeling.
Jericho then asked about Mr. Sam's family. "How are Jen and Glyn? I remember them being so beautiful, often mistaken for actresses."
Tears welled up in Mr. Sam's eyes once again. "They still are, sir. But their beauty also makes them targets for bullies. I want to repay you for everything you've done for us, for protecting them."
Jericho placed a hand on Mr. Sam's shoulder. "There's no need for repayment, Captain. Just continue to take care of your family and protect them. That's all I ask."
And with that, Captain Sam stood up, wiping away his tears, and promised to do just that. He was grateful for Jericho and would do anything for him and the team of medical assassins.
But Jericho just shrugged it off and told him not to worry about it. He didn't want anything in return, he just wanted to do what was right.
And so, Captain Sam dedicated himself to serving Jericho and his team, always ready to do whatever it takes to help them on their mission.
As the ship set sail towards the island, the team couldn't help but feel grateful for having such a dedicated and loyal captain. They were ready for whatever lay ahead, knowing that they had Captain Sam by their side.
Jericho asks Captain Sam to show him around the ship. Captain Sam happily showed him the equipment they use for hacking from various satellites globally without being detected. While they are talking a familiar face came rushing towards them. She is wearing a wetsuit at hugs the curves of her body. Her hair is dripping wet and her angelic face shines brightly seeing them. Then she kneels down in front of them.
"Good day sir," she said, looking up at them. "I am Glyn, the marine biologist of the ship. I've been working with my father on this vessel for the past few years."
Captain Sam proudly introduced his daughter to Jericho. "Glyn is my youngest daughter, sir. She's a brilliant marine biologist, one of the best in the country. I'm so proud of her."
It was Glyn, Captain Sam's daughter. She was now a part of the crew, working as a marine biologist for the ship. She was studying the sea creatures and their behaviors for research purposes. Glyn was thrilled to see Jericho again and greeted him warmly.
"Mr. Jericho, it's been so long! How have you been?" she exclaimed.
"I've been well, Glyn. How about you?" Jericho replied.
"The ocean is full of mysteries and wonders," Glyn said. "I feel so lucky to be able to study and protect these creatures."
Captain Sam chuckled, "Glyn here, she's one of the best marine biologists we have on the team. She's been doing great work and I'm proud of her."
Glyn blushed, "Thank you, Daddy. But I couldn't have done it without the support of the team."
Jericho smiled, "It's great to see that you're doing well, Glyn. Your father has been taking good care of you and your sister."
Captain Sam nodded, "Jen and Glyn, they're my pride and joy. I'm grateful to you, Mr. Jericho, for giving me a chance to start anew."
Jericho patted Captain Sam's shoulder, "You've done well, Sam. You've repaid me a hundredfold. Keep up the good work."
As they continued their tour of the ship, Jericho couldn't help but think that Glyn was the perfect example of the kind of person he wanted to help. He was inspired by her dedication to preserving the ocean and the creatures that called it home.
"I'm glad to have met you, Glyn," Jericho said, smiling. "I'm sure our paths will cross again."
Captain Sam beamed with pride, knowing that his daughter had made a great impression on Jericho. He was grateful for the opportunity to repay the debt he owed, and was determined to continue doing his best for Jericho and his team.
The trio continued their tour of the ship as the rest of the team went about their tasks, setting up for their journey to the next island. Despite the mission at hand, Jericho couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and satisfaction in seeing how far Captain Sam and his family have come.
Glyn felt a rush of gratitude towards Jericho. She had always looked up to him and was grateful for what he did for her family. The memories of her childhood flooded back as she stood there, but she quickly shook them off, not wanting to be too obvious.
Captain Sam led the way, and the three of them continued their tour of the ship. As they walked, Glyn couldn't help but steal glimpses of Jericho, still in awe of the man he had become.
She had always admired Jericho since the day their family sought his help. She was just a little girl then, but now she was a grown woman, a marine biologist, and very competitive in her field.