The sounds of violent waves crashing and cannon fire filled the air.
A sailor screams, "we are under siege, man your stations." This is not a drill.
In the midst of all the cannon fire and waves crashing. The faint sounds of whimpers came from one of the ships.
Inside one of the cabins in the ship, a family fearing for their life.
Daaad. The girl is trembling. Im scared, Daddy.
Don't worry, baby. I'm sure these brave sailors will keep us safe. Said the father.
The cannon fire continues with no sign of stopping. The boy looks around with a look of excitement.
Wow, this is awesome! I have to see this! The boy shouts.
The boy looks out the porthole and sees a cannonball explode in the water. The mother pulls him away from the porthole.
Don't be stupid, Ray! Screamed the mother.
Ray looked away from her in frustration. The cannon fire got louder as the other ship approached. Ray used the loud noise to slip out the cabin.
Hehe, I get a good look at the battle. Then I'll slip back in before mom and dad notice that im gone.
He approaches the deck. He hears sailors screaming and yelling.
Hit the bastards. If they get any closer, they'll hit us. Screamed the Captain.
We're trying to, sir! Yelled one of the sailors.
Meanwhile Back in the cabin with Ray's family. Ray's parents were whispering to one another. Ray's sister notices Ray wasn't there.
Daddy? Mommy? Said Ray's sister
Yes baby, what is it. They both replied.
Where is Bubba at.
He is right over there, baby. Said the father as he looked around.
Oh no, he didn't go out there, did he! Screamed the father.
Ray's father darts out the cabin, running full speed to the deck.
Ray stepped out onto the deck. Noticed the ship attacking was a pirate ship. Ray lite up with excitement once again. The captain noticed Ray.
What the he'll? Why is this boy out here. Yelled the captain.
Ray looks at the captain. As soon as he sees the captain. A cannonball hits the captain and knocks a hole in the ship.
Ray saw the captain explode in front of him. Ray finally realized that they were in great danger. He starts to cry profusely. His father makes it to the deck not long after the cannonball hit. He runs towards Ray, screaming and yelling.
Ray, come here. we need to get back to your mother and sister! Ray!
Ray couldn't hear his father he was in shock from seeing the captain obliterated. As his father got within grasp. Another cannonball hit the side of the ship, knocking Ray overboard.
Ray! No! Cried his farther.
Ray hits the cold waters. He is snaped back to reality. He swims up to the surface with great speed. He reaches the surface and grabs hold of the nearest piece of debris. Ray looks around for the ship. He sees it, but it had sailed a good distance.
No! Daddy! Mommy! Cried Ray.
A loud blast from a cannon goes off behind Ray. Ray turned to see how far the pirates were. As he turned, he was hit by the pirate ship. Everything goes black as cannon fire filled the air.
Ray begins to wake up. The sound birds chirping and waves washing to shore. He opens his eyes and sits up. His head is pounding, and his lips are dry. He tried to stand up. As he did, his head started to ring, causing him to collapse. As he fell, he saw a couple approaching.
Honey, that boy just collapsed. Should we help him? Asked the woman.
No, it might be a trick. If he is hurt, im sure someone else will help. Said the man as they walked away.
Hour's past and an old man in a green decorated robe noticed Ray.
Oh, you poor boy.
He took a look around for any eyes on him. Then, with a grin on his face. He envelopes Ray and himself in a shadowy mist. They both vanish, leaving nothing but dust.A few moments passed, and they appeared in his room. The old man lays Ray on the bed. He turns to the shadowy figure in the corner of the room. He smirks, and he begins to approach it.
I think i found a good one here. All you have to do is pretend that you are helping him. He will be like putty in your hands. States the old man.
I think you're on to something Withers.
Said the shadowy figure as it changed into a woman with scanky clothes.
Lady Rain, you grace me with your beauty. Withers screams as the blood spraying out his nose sends him flying.
Shut up, let's take him back to the manor. If he dies, your plan will fail. States Lady Rain.
Yes, ma'am! Withers says as he dashed to Ray and scooped him up and vanished once again.
Right before they vanished, Ray regained consciousness for a brief moment. At that moment, he saw a blood-stained room with what looked like dead bodies. Then he passed out once again. Withers appears in Lady Rain manors with Ray atow. In what he thought moments behind her.
Lady Rain, im here. Where should I take this boy. Hello! Withers screams.
Hello. Said the butler who just appeared behind Withers.
Waoh! Yelped Withers.
Withers turns and jumps backward to make distance between the two. The butler puts his hands up.
Sorry about that. Did I give you a scare?
Asked the butler.
Yeah, I'm sorry about that. Lady Rain asked me to bring this boy here. Said Withers.
Yes, yes, I understand. Hand the boy to me. I will take him to Lady Rains, a private physician. Explained the butler.
Right, what should I do. Withers asked as he handed Ray to the butler.
You will find Lady Rain in her study. Head up the stairs and go right, and it's the first door on the left. Said the butler as he walked away.
Withers begins his way to Lady Rain study, and he notices odd paintings on the walls. All the paintings were of Lady Rain, but some looked ancient. He becomes scared but remembers he is super old. With the fear gone, he walks into her study.
My lady, I have arrived. Said Withers as he struggles to bow.
You're late. I guess it couldn't be helped dew to your frail body. Lady Rain states as she crushes something in her mortar and pestle.
I apologize, my lady. I have gotten up there in the years. Said Withers
There is no need to apologize. I will fix that. Lady Rain says as she mixes something in a vail.
With a look of confusion on his face, Withers asks. What do you mean by that Lady Rain.
Just shut up and drink this. I'll need you in your prime for my plan. Lady Rain said as she handed the vial to Withers.
Is this what I think it is. No, there's no way it can't be true. Withers thought as he gulped.
Oh, but it is true. I've used it many times. Won't you help me. Lady Rain asked as she rubbed against Withers.
Without hesitation, Withers drank every last drop. At first, nothing happened. Then, all of a sudden, Withers started to look younger and younger. With shock painted across his face, he jumps up in the air.
I'm young again, Yahoo. Yelled Withers.
Wow, you are quite the looker. Said Lady Rain.
You honor me, my lady. Shall we talk about this plan of yours. Asked Withers.
Eager, are we very well. Said Lady Rain.
In the room where Ray was at. The doctor is treating him while the butler watches.
Poor boy. He has several broken bones and a nasty concussion. If he had gotten to me any later, he would've surely died. Explained the doctor.
So he will survive my lady will be thrilled. Said the butler.
Well, that's up to him. I've done all that I can. Now all we can do is wait. Stated the doctor.
A few days went by, and Ray began to regain consciousness. The doctor notices and waves to the butler. The butler understood his gesture and excused himself from the room. Ray eyes started to flutter open and close. Ray sits up fast and immediately falls back.
Take it easy there boy your injuries haven't quite healed up. Said the doctor
Injuries. Ray said with pain in his voice.
At that moment. Ray started to remember what had happened and began to cry. Before the doctor could comfort him, the door swings open.
Where is he! Yelled Lady Rain
He is right over there. But my lady, the boy, is still recovering. Loud noises might unsettle him. Explained the doctor.
Lady Rain looks at the doctor with a look of such malice. The doctor bowed at Lady Rain and stepped aside.
You boy, what is your name? Lady Rain asked with a mean expression.
Ray was intimidated by Lady Rain and couldn't find the words to answer her. This infuriated Lady Rain. The butler noticed and whispered something in her ear. After that, Lady Rain took a deep breath. She tried to smile but ended up looking even more scary. Ray took one look at her and covered his face with his blanket.
Look here, you little shi... Lady Rain tried to say as the butler cut her off.
It's okay, boy. I know sometimes she might look mean, but Lady Rain is a good person. She is the one who found you and brought you here. Said the Butler.
Ray, come out from under the blanket. The butler greets his eyes with a smile. He looks over at Lady Rain. She is looking at the wall with a look of annoyance.
Let me properly introduce all of us. My name is Theodore, the doctor's name is Gallant, and this is the lady of the house. Said Theodore.
You may call me Lady Rain. Lady Rain said.
May we have your name. Asked the doctor.
Ray looked around the room and noticed how pretty Lady Rain was. His face goes from scared to calm.
My name is Ray it is nice to meet you. Said Ray.
Ray struggles to get up but eventually does. He walks over to Lady Rain.
You shouldn't move around so much. Said the doctor.
Ray is standing in front of Lady Rain. They both stare at each other.
What is he planning to do. He couldn't possibly know my plan. Lady Rain thought as she got prepared to attack.
Ray ran up and gave Lady Rain a hug. Lady Rain was caught off guard by this and was in a state of surprise.
Thank you so much for saving me. He wailed as he continued to hug her.
Lady Rain had no idea how to deal with this situation. She had never been in this situation. Not even her own parents hugged her before. So, with a nervous look, she pushed Ray away. Then she ran out of the room.
Did I do something wrong. Said Ray.
The butler nodded his and said. No, my boy, she just needed some air. While she is away, do you happen to remember how you ended up on that beach.
Ray shook his head, and tears started to fall as he explained his situation.
Ah, I see what an unfortunate event. Pirates attacked the ship you and your parents were on. Asked Theodore.
Yeah. Ray said as he sniffles.
Do you know if your parents survived. Asked Gallant.
No, I don't know. Cried Ray.
I hate to be the one who tells you this, but the odds of them being alive are slim to none. Said Gallant
This hit Ray hard and made him cry. Theodore, with great speed, slapped Gallant across the head.
Ouch! I was just stating the facts. Yelled Gallant.
He didn't need to know that he's just a child! Screamed Theodore.
No, it's fine deep down. I already knew that they were gone. Ray said as the tears still fell.
I think that's enough for now. Get some rest, Ray. If you fell up to it, tomorrow I'll give you a tour of the grounds. Said Theodore.
Ray's nodded and laid back down. Moments after he laid down, he fell asleep.
Gallant and Theodore leave the room and head to Lady Rains study. They make their way to her room and notice Withers standing by the door. All three of them enter the study. Lady Rain is standing at a table with a map of Falmere on it. They gather around the table.
Let us put my plan into action. Lady Rain said as she slams a knife in the table