Adele watched the mansion disappear on the horizon. She had made her decision. Marc showed her how to use the ropes and tie the sails for their journey.
"Where are we going?" Adele asked, breaking the silence.
"Jacques told me only to tell you your destination."
"Well, that's helpful." Adele tried not to roll her eyes. "What can you tell me then?"
"Only that our voyage must be complete in three days. During this time, you must learn how to sail the seas. Whether you see Jacques or not depends on the way you can keep a secret. He wasn't supposed to survive."
Adele bit her tongue, knowing that if she asked Marc what that meant, he would shake his head in silence.
"What do I need to learn?"
"How to survive the Siren Islands. These islands are more of a myth than an actual place. Jacques needs to find his father there. He will tell you the full story, but I must warn you that words are not always truthful here. Once you begin your training, you will face many threats and harbor many secrets."
"With that introduction, I suggest we get started." Adele took the pearl necklace and hid it in her pocket. Not trusting anyone seemed key, even from her own teacher. It was time to fend for herself.
Marc went to the map and handed Adele the dagger.
"This map and dagger are the tools we used to find you. The necklace is a gift. Only wear it when you feel you are in danger. The points of blood are where we believe the islands are. Rough waters border their shores. Your first lesson is to sail through a storm."
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