just take your time wherever you go
As Jiao actually fell silent, Saiden looked up from his work. He arched an eyebrow as he waited for her to finally speak. When she did, he remained quiet himself, letting her actually get the words out before responding.
"It's not dumb at all." His voice was soft, and all trace of annoyance was gone from his tone and his demeanor. Setting his notes down for a moment, he smiled at her. "The sea has been the only home I've ever known. And a crew will be a family to you, if you let it." Then he laughed. "Complete with squabbling and arguments. But we've got each other's backs."
"It's not dumb at all." His voice was soft, and all trace of annoyance was gone from his tone and his demeanor. Setting his notes down for a moment, he smiled at her. "The sea has been the only home I've ever known. And a crew will be a family to you, if you let it." Then he laughed. "Complete with squabbling and arguments. But we've got each other's backs."
