As Captain Jack slowly returned to the present moment, he found himself lying across Mary's lap. Her eyes were filled with concern, her face illuminated by the soft glow of blue.
"Oh, Cap'n, ye're awake. What happened?" she asked, her voice a blend of relief and curiosity.
Jack stirred, pushing himself upright. "Nothin' much, just delved into some of Ret's memories," he replied, his tone carrying a hint of weariness.
He could have recounted the full extent of what transpired, including the encounter with the demonic entity and the deeper revelations from Ret's memories. However, he chose to remain silent. It wasn't due to a lack of trust in Mary, but because, as Captain, he felt a duty to remain resolute and handle matters independently. He believed that he should only lean on her in the direst of circumstances, reserving his need for support for the most critical moments.
