"To bad I never became a botanist, that is a research project I would love to get involved with." "I know what you mean. But... the best we can do is make sure we excel in our chosen lines of work." he argued, while straightening himself. He moved closer to her and rested his back on the same rail, next to her. "Who else is going to take care of the people working on this flora issue?" - he snickered while facing Doreen.
Moments later, the boys entered the balcony, their pirate demeanor still on-point. "Ye be ready for a fight?!" Peter exclaimed at his father, coming forward with his sword at the ready and Ben close behind. Erik quickly picked up on their game and took a few steps to the side. He took off his glasses with haste, placing them neatly in his shirt's pocket, then held his hand towards the boys and replied in a funny voice "Ay! But are you ready to become fish food?" As luck would have it, he managed to time his comment almost perfectly, for just five seconds later... a few magnificent Skewer Sharks jumped out of the water, offering a unique display of Yuma's oceanic life and splashing the ship's windows.
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