Paid in Full

Outcast Island
The smell of the ocean breeze was a constant for those who live out at sea. To some, the constant smell could make them nauseous leading to sea sickness. But to, the smell of the great blue simply energized him, rejuvenating his adventurous soul. As the sun blazed bright above him, Redbeard reached his right hand outwards as if he were attempting to grab something. "I will return..." he mumbled before his signature grin emerged on his face. Rising from his seat, he began to walk towards the forest searching for the newest member of his crew. After taking two steps, appeared, climbing to the giant's shoulder.

"You're up early-desu. Couldn't sleep-desu" Taurus exclaimed, as if the titan did not normally wake up this early.

"Our journey has only just begun, we still have much to accomplish. There is no time to rest." Redbeard responded.

"I see-desu. Is it finally time to find...him-desu."

"Indeed." The two continued to walk deep into the forest in the swordsmen's direction.